NEW ENGLAND MOTORCYCLE EVENT SECURED

A brand new, three-day motorcycle festival, expected to inject more than $1.7 million into local hotels, shops and attractions, has been secured for Walcha in 2019 thanks to the support of Destination NSW.

Destination NSW CEO Sandra Chipchase said The Freak Show Festival of Motorcycles will attract motorcycle owners and enthusiasts from across the country, helping to put the town of Walcha on the map.

“We are delighted that this exciting event has been secured for the New England region,” Ms Chipchase said.

“Known for being popular with motorcycle tourists, Walcha is a great place to visit, with local tourism businesses in the region also set to benefit from thousands of additional visitors.

“I encourage all motorbike enthusiasts and those wanting to take a short-break to plan a trip to Walcha to experience this exciting Australian-first event.”

The New England High Country region is home to three of the State’s noted motorcycle touring routes including the Oxley Highway between Port Macquarie and Walcha, the Waterfall Way between Bellingen and Armidale, and the Thunderbolt Way between Gloucester and Walcha.

The inaugural Freak Show Festival of Motorcycles is expected to take place in November 2019.

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