Classics: The HD HR Holden Nationals took over Fawckner Dve in Benalla on Saturday, June 10. More photos on Page 6.
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Benalla hosted the HD HR Holden Nationals at the weekend with more than 130 classics on display.
HD HR Holden Club of Victoria president Craig Pearson said he was very happy with the event.
“It was a resounding success,” Mr Pearson said.
Lovingly restored: A classic Holden in bright purple.
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“We had nothing but joyous comments from all who attended, which included local people and those who came from around Australia.
“We even had some come from New Zealand.”
Mr Pearson said more than 2000 visitors came on the day.
Speed machine: A fully restored engine complemented the pristine body work on this classic Holden.
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“Our people choice voting, which was done online, had well over 1500 votes which was amazing,” he said
“It really was a tremendous display of Aussie automotive history.”
Mr Pearson thanked the community for making the club feel so welcome.
Original: A 1965 HD Holden.
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“We had a great time in Benalla,” he said.
“Then we had 110 cars follow us out to do the north-east silo art trail.
"When they were all parked up at Goorambat it looked amazing. The town was awash with HD HR Holdens.“
Lakeside: Benalla provided an amazing backdrop for the HD HR Holden Nationals on June 10.
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Mr Pearson said the club hosts the Nationals in a different state each year and announced it would be in Murray Bridge, South Australia, on the King’s birthday long weekend in 2024.
“Anyone who enjoyed this year’s event is most welcome in South Australia next year,” he said.
Array: There were literally hundreds of classic cars for petrol heads to inspect at the HD HR Holden Nationals in Benalla on Saturday, June 10.
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Simon Ruppert
What's under the hood? A classic Holden on display in Benalla on Saturday, June 10.
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Pride and joy: An owner polishes his pride and joy at the HD HR Holden Nationals in Benalla.
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Perfect: As well as shiny exteriors and engines there was some amazing interiors on show at the HD HR Holden Nationals in Benalla on June 10.
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Fast: This Holden ute was one of the more popular attractions in Benalla at the weekend.
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Matt black: One of the popular attractions at the HD HR Holden Nationals in Benalla.
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Best in show: Alan Pullar with his 1966 Holden HR X2 Premier.
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Ready to cruise: The owner of this Holden was keeping an eye on the sky, ready to put the roof down if the heavens opened.
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