The Wodonga Lions Club 2009 – “Motorbike Show and Shine”, hosted its inaugural event in 2008.

The charity event was founded by a small group of motor cycle enthusiasts who wanted to share their passion for motor cycles whilst raising money for Kidney Health Australia.

The Gateway Island Wodonga was selected as an ideal location to host the event as it is situated between the inland cities of Albury and Wodonga which boast a regional population in excess of 100,000.

The aim of the show is to exhibit a range of motorcycles from the early 1900’s through to modern era, including vintage, veteran, classic and custom bikes and is designed as a community event to raise money for charity. The event also provides an opportunity to socialize and enjoy a casual family day out and view a wide range of motorbikes in a relaxed safe environment.

The 2008 inaugural “Motorbike Show and Shine” proved to be a great success, displaying over 150 motor cycles, it attracted in excess of 1000 attendants and raised $6000 for Kidney Health Australia. The event was haled as a success and both exhibiters and attendants requested that it become an annual event.

The organising committee contacted the community, clubs and businesses to participate in the event. A range of local businesses sponsored the event, and many took the opportunity to set up trade displays and stalls to promote their business and products.

The support provided by the Wodonga City Council and Wodonga Lions Club was paramount to the success of the show.