The thousands of people at the greatest truck show in the Southern Hemisphere are still celebrating after a record breaking event at the Casino Truck Show.
There is live music at many pubs and there is likely to be lots of celebrating tonight, Saturday, August 1.
More than 70 trophies were presented to the best rigs in the country today, with the Tiny Lollback Rig of the Show trophy going to Matt Haylock of Emerald Carrying Co with his Kenworth T900.
Casino Truck Show volunteer committee lead Darren Goodwin said this year’s event had exceeded expectations and reinforced the truck show’s reputation as one of Australia’s premier trucking events.
IndyNR.com met people during the day from Newcastle, Katherine, Tasmania and New Zealand.
“Every year we challenge ourselves to make the Truck Show even bigger and better, and this year has surpassed anything we’ve achieved before,” Mr Goodwin said.
“To see these trucks filling the streets of Casino from across the country and thousands of people enjoying the event is something our entire community can be proud of.”
Richmond Valley Council general manager Vaughan Macdonald said the Casino Truck Show brought economic and community benefits to Casino.
“The Casino Truck Show injects millions of dollars into our local economy each year, supporting accommodation providers, cafes, restaurants, retailers, service stations and businesses right across the Richmond Valley,” Mr Macdonald said.
Since the truck show’s revitalisation in 2022, the event has donated almost $100,000 to charities and community organisations.
“This year we raised another $59,000 and this ongoing commitment to giving back has become one of the defining legacies of the event,” Mr Macdonald said.
“The truck show is about much more than trucks. 
“It’s about creating lasting benefits for our community through tourism, local business, and charitable giving.
“After this year’s record-breaking success, we’re already looking forward to welcoming the trucking industry back to Casino for an even bigger and better 2027 show.”
More info about the Casino Truck Show here.