From the website-
Annually a group of ex-Military Vehicle Collectors gather at Ball Park Caravan Park in Corowa on the beautiful Murray River to display their lovingly restored military vehicles participate in a vehicle display and a swap meet at the Corowa Showgrounds, go to local schools and places of interest both in Corowa and the surrounding areas. The event attracts collectors from throughout Australia and the World. There are clubs in each state and the organising association is Khaki Vehicle Enthusiasts Incorporated. March 2025 represents the 45th year of the gathering at Corowa. The theme is Year of the Unimog and Mack. We also encourage ex-military vehicle owners with other makes and models of vehicles to attend the event where they can exchange information and parts. The Theme for 2026 it will be Year of the 6X6 and in 2027 Year of the Utility.
Annually a group of ex-Military Vehicle Collectors gather at Ball Park Caravan Park in Corowa on the beautiful Murray River to display their lovingly restored military vehicles participate in a vehicle display and a swap meet at the Corowa Showgrounds, go to local schools and places of interest both in Corowa and the surrounding areas. The event attracts collectors from throughout Australia and the World. There are clubs in each state and the organising association is Khaki Vehicle Enthusiasts Incorporated. March 2025 represents the 45th year of the gathering at Corowa. The theme is Year of the Unimog and Mack. We also encourage ex-military vehicle owners with other makes and models of vehicles to attend the event where they can exchange information and parts. The Theme for 2026 it will be Year of the 6X6 and in 2027 Year of the Utility.
The event was initially organised by Ian Grieve [Qld] and Alan Newton [SA] and was for Amphibious Jeeps [Ford Model G.P.A. ¼ -Ton 4X4 Amphibian] but with so much interest amongst military vehicle enthusiasts it became a large-scale gathering not only with GPA’s but also other historic military vehicles.
People have asked “Why was Corowa chosen as the venue of this event?” Corowa, on the Murray River, just West of Albury is a fairly central location. It has fresh water, with easy river access and is a historic town. The collectors enjoy the wrecking yards and disposal stores in Albury and Wodonga. There are a variety of shops, wineries and antique shops to make this a family orientated event. The townsfolk of Corowa have always welcomed our presence and we look forward to returning each year to enjoy their hospitality and support. The Federation Council, Club Corowa and the IGA were sponsors of the 44th Annual Corowa Swim-In and Military Vehicle Gathering.
Through the week the vehicles go on trips to nearby towns. We encourage visits to schools and aged care facilities. The vehicles will visit the Club Corowa for a Veterans & Vehicles Reunited event on Thursday 13th March. All veterans from the local community are welcome to attend.
On Saturday there will be a parade down Sanger St to the Corowa Showgrounds. There will be a large military vehicle display at the Corowa Showgrounds along with Swap Meet. In the evening we will hold a presentation evening commencing at 8pm.
The majority of vehicles attending our event are of World War 2 vintage. They include many Jeeps, Blitz’s, Dodge Weapons Carriers, Studebakers, GMC trucks, White Scout Cars, Chev trucks, Ford trucks, Bren Gun Carriers, Harley Davidson motorcycles, Amphibious Jeeps, DUKW’s and many more. The event also attracts members with post-WW2 vehicles including Land Rovers, Saracen Armoured Cars, Ferret Scout Cars, HUMVEE [Hummer], ACCO Internationals and many others.
Event Venue: | Ball Park Caravan Park
Bridge Road Corowa 2646
Event Times: | 8-6 Monday to Saturday
Facilities: | Car Park
Access with assistance for Disabled
Child Activities
First aid equipment
Gifts, souvenirs available
Public Toilet
Shaded Area
Toilet facilities for the Disabled
Contact: | Jan Thompson
Address: | 31 Bexhill Ave Sussex Inlet 2540 NSW
Telephone: | 0412078096
Mobile: | 0412078096
Email: | kveinc@optusnet.com.au
Bridge Road Corowa 2646
Event Times: | 8-6 Monday to Saturday
Facilities: | Car Park
Access with assistance for Disabled
Child Activities
First aid equipment
Gifts, souvenirs available
Public Toilet
Shaded Area
Toilet facilities for the Disabled
Contact: | Jan Thompson
Address: | 31 Bexhill Ave Sussex Inlet 2540 NSW
Telephone: | 0412078096
Mobile: | 0412078096
Email: | kveinc@optusnet.com.au
