THE 27TH ANNUAL GOULBURN VALLEY HOSPICE RALLYE... was not only a huge success raising $138K but was also a great deal of fun with a fancy dress circus themed dinner on the first night. From left are Tracey and Geoff Rustem, Michelle and Reg Qemal followed by Mark and Kate Eaton. Photo:Supplied
THE 27th annual Goulburn Valley Hospice Rallye, which occurred on May 6 and 7, was deemed a huge success by Kelvin Maude, the chair of the rally committee.
The event featured the largest number of participants in recent years, with 47 vehicles and 121 participants, and was able to raise over $138,464 for the GV Hospice.
THE 27TH ANNUAL GOULBURN VALLEY HOSPICE RALLYE… was not only a huge success raising $138K but was also a great deal of fun with a fancy dress circus themed dinner on the first night. From left are Tracey and Geoff Rustem, Michelle and Reg Qemal followed by Mark and Kate Eaton. Photo:Supplied
The navigational challenge was held on sealed roads and showcased the beautiful scenery of the upper Goulburn Valley. Even though the weather was inclement on the first day, all participants still enjoyed the event.
Additionally, vintage vehicles from the 1920s, such as a 1925 Bugatti Brescia Type 23 and a 1960 Porsche 356B, were part of the event, making it even more spectacular.
RALLYE SUCCESS… The Innes-Iron family took out the Richy Trevaskis Spirit of the Rallye Award. Pictured from left, Georgie Castles, navigator, Paul Custance, Jill and Min Innes-Irons, Chelsea Crouse, Lily Innes-Irons and Will Goulding. Mietta Innes-Irons and Nick Castles were part of the successful team, however, were absent for the photo. Photo: Geoff Adams
Lily Innes-Irons, Chelsea Crouse, and Will Goulding emerged as the winners of the rally, driving a 2011 Audi Q7. Lily Innes-Irons, Jill Innes-Irons, and Nick Castles won the team’s event.
Min Innes-Irons and Paul Custance received the most popular vehicle award for their 1925 Fiat TIPO 501. Over the past 27 years, the rally has raised more than $1.1 M dollars, and it is open to vehicles of all ages.
HARDWORKING COMMITTEE… The 2023 Goulburn Valley Hospice Rallye has proved a resounding success again raising a record $138,464. Pictured after the presentations at the Flowerdale Estate, Flowerdale were from left, Min Innes-Irons, Kelvin Maude, Bill Parsons, Andrew McNabb, Myra Quick (front) Bob Sutton and Matt Innes-Irons. Photo: Geoff Adams
Jeanette Powell, the president of GV Hospice, expressed gratitude towards the Hospice Rallye Committee for their dedication in raising essential funds to support the specialist palliative care service.
The rally is held on the first weekend in May each year and open to vehicles of all ages. For more information about next year’s event, please contact Kelvin Maude on 0418 992 270.
TAKING CHARACTER ON THE RALLYE…Min Innes-Irons (left) and Paul Custance drive a 1925 Fiat through rain and shine on their first campaign with the Fiat. Photo: SuppliedThe BEST THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES…Stuart and Jeneane Brown hit the road in their 1970 Morris Mini K. Photo: Supplied
