The 2008 Echuca Rotary Steam, Horse and Vintage Rally is two whole days packed with excitement and spectacular entertainment.

How is the Echuca Steam Rally different from others? It’s not just for steam or engine buffs - it’s got heaps for the kids and Mums, Dads and grandparents! (see Family Entertainment) And it’s affordable!

For 45 years Rotarians in Echuca-Moama have staged the rally to raise money for deserving causes (see Community Benefits). Through the foresight of early members, the club owns the rally venue, Rotary Park, off the Northern Highway.

But the rally also does the hugely important job of exhibiting dozens of rare and beautifully restored engines and pieces of farming machinery, thus encouraging the proud owners to continue finding and preserving them. Exhibitors come from far afield – and a tractor club even holds its AGM at our rally.

Today, more than ever before, Australians love to “touch history” – to get close to our heritage. You’ll see hundreds of examples of machinery in working order, agricultural implements being used for their real purpose, old-time trades and Clydesdale horses working the land in scenes straight out of yesteryear. (see Highlights and Program) And each year we try hard to bring you new and different attractions.

Hundreds of volunteers and other Rotarians come to help our club run the events and catering.

Steam Rally Director John Stuckley and the Steam Rally Committee warmly welcome you. If you’re an exhibitor, we deeply appreciate your participation and ask that you get your entry form in promptly (link to form which is on the program page). If you’re a visitor, feel free to say hello and chat with we Rotarians and exhibitors – we’d love to hear your comments and questions.