The lawns of the mid-century Fletcher Jones Gardens were strewn with historical vehicles today as the city's historical vehicle club turned 50.
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Club president Bryan O'Meara said he was thrilled with the field of colour as motor-heads from all walks of life took the opportunity to stroll through the gardens and enjoy a coffee.
"To be the president at the time of the 50th anniversary is a little bit overwhelming," he said.
"When you think back on all the ones who've travelled through all those years, it's a job well done by them."
He said the celebrations went beyond the car show and picnic, with a further meeting at Flagstaff Hill on Sunday before forming a convoy down Lake Gillear Road and back to the club room in Allansford for afternoon tea.
He said it was a chance for the rapidly growing club to celebrate what had been achieved.
"We have about 360,400 members from all over the region," he said.
"There were a couple of people interest in veteran vintage cars who got together and discussed the idea of forming a club back in 1973. They decided they'd give it a go after getting enough feedback from a public meeting."
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