Car buffs defy fire fear

Cars of all shapes and sizes were on display at the 16th annual All American Car Show in Gembrook on Sunday.Cars of all shapes and sizes were on display at the 16th annual All American Car Show in Gembrook on Sunday.

THE 16th annual All American Car Show, held in Gembrook on Sunday, has raised more than $10,000 for victims of Black Saturday.
Co-ordinator Dennis Jones said about 500 cars came through the gate, with each $5 entry fee going to a fire relief fund organised by the Emerald and District Rotary Club.
“It was very well supported. We had a lot of drivers put in extra money; like one guy who gave $50 at the gate instead of $5,” Mr Jones said.
“The raffle alone raised just over $1000. It was well done by everybody.”
Entries were slightly down on last year, with some drivers concerned about the nearby Bunyip State Park fire.