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Truck show rolls into Casino from 31 July

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With all 550 truck entry spots snapped up in less than an hour, organisers say the North Coast Petroleum Casino Truck Show is gearing up for another massive event.

Richmond Valley Council say, ‘Returning on Friday 31 July and Saturday 1 August, the Casino Truck Show will once again bring the CBD to life with the Pittsworth Fleet Maintenance Friday Night Lights, the Dawsons Haulage Parade, live music, family entertainment, food vendors, industry displays and more’.

‘Popular broadcaster Luke Bona will host a live Bonafide podcast panel discussion, while the annual truck show auction and trophy presentations will round out Saturday’s program.

‘Visitors can also take advantage of free shuttle buses operating between local accommodation sites, the showground and the CBD.

‘Proudly delivered by Richmond Valley Council, the Casino Truck Show continues to attract visitors and trucking enthusiasts from across Australia, with support from Destination NSW through the Regional Event Fund’.

Find out more at casinotruckshow.com.au.

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