Thursday, April 1, 2021 Print Post approved – 100003237 $1.70 inc GST DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS Regional Turn your clocks page 5 roundup back Sunday Off to the Royal pages 9 & 10 EASTER LONG WEEKEND Home away from home THE origins of the Earlies Rod Run, held in Narrandera each Easter, actually date back to 1984, when three rodders met over a few drinks and decided Warm welcome they wanted to return to Narrandera. T-shirts were printed ready for the first big event and the rodders were off to rodders as to Narrandera for Easter 1985. While only 20-30 entrants were expect- ed, the number exceeded expectations they roll into town with 168 entrants and the Lake Talbot JUST wanted to start off by saying how excited we are Caravan Park was a hive of activity. to be back in Narrandera for this year’s event. One of the Rod Run founders from Last year simply did not feel the same not coming those days was Ray Alldrick, who is a to Narrandera for Easter. familiar face in Narrandera at Easter Steve and Kath Alldrick’s beloved 1932 Ford Tourer with original steel body. every year and the father of current The 2021 event will look a little different to normal the atmosphere in Narrandera and as it helps with the cost of the event as we are having to follow current COVID-19 guidelines set Rod Run organiser Steve Alldrick. Several world firsts have been were interested in creating a new event and to keep the cost down for entrants,” by the Government. achieved at these Narrandera Rod Runs which would have a strong emphasis Steve said. The continued success of the run is made up by count- – Mattel Hot Wheels Racing, Custom on families enjoying their cars. “We are encouraging all rodders less hours the Earlies Rod Run committee and Narrandera Caravan Nationals and a Kids Hot Rod This new event became the Narran- and their families to spend money individuals put in. built from cardboard boxes. dera Rod Run and has been organised in the town – its been a tough year We have had three visits to Narrandera to meet with Narrandera on the intersection of by the Earlies Street Rod & Custom and I’m sure their support will be the Narrandera Shire Council, businesses and other Club, which is based in Melbourne the Newell and Sturt Highways became welcomed by the local business commu- organisations to ensure the event runs smoothly. We cannot and run by Steve and his wife Kathleen. a hot rod enthusiasts’ home away nity,” he said. wait for one of our biggest years with over 300 entrants. from home. Steve expressed his thanks to “We are off to Leeton on Easter The venue for the show and shine has changed to The Street Rod Nationals was first Narrandera businesses and the local the Narrandera Sportsground and we need everyone to held in Narrandera in 1973, with street Council for their wonderful support. Saturday morning for our regular run pre-book their spots, as it will be capped at 3000 people rodders camping in the Narrandera “We have had a fantastic response destination and back to Narrandera in attendance. Sportsground. While the Nationals from the local businesses with most of for lunch and encourage entrants to We are still having an observation run on Saturday. event moved to other towns and the businesses sponsoring from 2019 return and support the local shops.” This year sees some changes to the program, with entrants cities and found a permanent home in and some sponsoring us for the first Steve said as well as boosting the and visitors encouraged to shop and eat local for the Canberra, there was a group who liked time. We do appreciate their support local economy the event was a chance entire weekend. for entrants to get to enjoy a variety We would like to thank all our valued sponsors who of activities, catch up with old friends either donated money, goods or services – we appreciate and make new ones. their continued support of the run, as without them it Members of the general public will would make it hard to put on the event every year. be able to enjoy looking at a variety of Please remember to shop and support those businesses vehicles, from late 1920s to the 1960s, that display this year’s sponsorship poster in the window. and admire the work that goes into Last but not least we need to thank the following for these cars at the Show and Shine at their continued assistance and support: Narrandera the Sportsground on Easter Sunday Auto Club, Narrandera Machinery Club, Bob Close, and as well as cruising about the town Narrandera Shire Council’s Toneale O’Connor, Edwina Foley, over the weekend. George Cowan and Peter Dale. “Don’t miss Sunday’s show and shine As well, we thank our small band of committee members who work hard to organise the event. by not registering to attend. There’s a We hope everyone enjoys this year’s Rod Run. cap of 3000 and while we are still a fair Happy cruising, way off this you could be disappointed – Steven Alldrick if you don’t register early. There is no Ray Charlton’s ‘Border Raider’ 1932 Ford 5-window coupe. charge,” Steve said. Situated at Gillenbah on the southern entrance to Narrandera, the Newell Motor Inn is set on four hectares of landscaped lawns and rose gardens. Owners Warren and Robyn Magnusson offer quiet, comfortable accommodation and friendly service. The Motel features a large in-ground pool, perfect for cooling off in the hot weather and the site includes several large family rooms as well as an easy-access room. Warren and Robyn operate a fully licensed restaurant six nights a week from 6pm to 8pm, offering good ol’ home-style cooking. For bookings, please phone 6959 2877. 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Visitors can also check out the laser Venue: Narrandera Golf Club, Racecourse Rd to 2pm at the Shady Gum Nursery, There will be River Road Farm’s cut products made from timber by Verj * Think about staying for dinner at your own expense, Pine Hill with live entertainment, Artisan Cordials, Valencia cordial, can- Designs. please remember to book table by calling the Narrandera food, gourmet produce, artisan goods died orange slices and dipped orange Catch the Lions train – they are always Golf Club on 02 6959 1327 and gifts. peel. Their Authentic Grenadine is made happy to commute market goers to and Gold coin entry helps the local by cold pressing pomegranates and is Friday, April 2 forth on the hour for a gold coin– check Can-Assist and they will be running a great addition to gin or enjoyed 9am – 3pm Registration and merchandise sales out the map for pickup/drop-off points an Easter raffle filled with goodies with lemon and sparkling water. Venue: Narrandera Golf Club, Racecourse Rd from all the stallholders. Narrandera Rotary members will around town. Among the new stallholders is Grunt 9am onwards Pork Smokehouse, a genuine paddock Shop Local – please explore Narrandera and support all to plate enterprise from Grong Grong of our wonderful sponsors, they will have an event poster and serving pulled pork rolls with Book online for entry in their windows. smokey cheese and bacon along with EARLIES Rod Run organiser Steve at the corner of Argyle Street and small goods, fresh pork and sausages. Alldrick has urged people who want Victoria Avenue, while entrant access 10am – 2pm Home made pies sausage rolls, to attend the Narrandera Show ‘n is via Elizabeth Street opposite the Narrandera Farmers Market at The Shady Gum Nursery quiches, cakes and pavlova will be Shine on the Easter Weekend Sunday, showground. 11am – 1pm Ladies Morning at Sew Fab (111 East St) offered by Grandma’s Home Treats April 4 at the Narrandera Sports- • Tickets will not be available at the There is a limited number of 20 that are able to attend. complimented by the coffee fix from ground to register ASAP to avoid gate for pedestrians. How ya Bean! Please place your name down at registration if interested. disappointment. • Anyone wishing to bring a Hot Rod Athera Crystal takes care of our Registration is free but if you car and enter on the day will not 1pm – 5pm spiritual wellbeing with crystals, essential want to attend but you must register be admitted.