Pulling power at Quambatook

The event has become a long‑standing tradition for Quambatook, drawing crowds to the town for nearly five decades.

Quambatook Tractor Pullers Association president Tim Betson said spectators were drawn to the energy and atmosphere of the event.

“Fans love the noise and the smell ... it’s great entertainment,” Mr Betson said.

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s premier tractor pulling meets, Quambatook is home to the country’s first permanent purpose‑built tractor pulling complex.

The event was first held in 1977, and this year marks the 49th edition.

Gates will open at 11am, with competition getting under way at 1pm, starting with vintage tractors showcasing Australia’s farming machinery heritage.

From 3.30pm, the pace will lift as modified tractors and trucks take centre stage, before competition continues under lights and wraps up at around 10pm.

The field will include the return of Quambatook legends Quamby Quaker and its crew, sporting a blown 502 Chev paired with a 4020 John Deere transmission and rear end.

Also making a special first‑time appearance will be Australian Supertruck Tringali Racing.

Spectators will have the opportunity to access the pits during tea breaks, allowing them to get a close‑up view and snap photos with the tractors, trucks, drivers and crews.

Off‑track entertainment will include live music from Deniliquin performer Lachlan Downes, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and a remote‑control tractor pulling demonstration from RC Pullers Australia.

There will also be market stalls, children’s entertainment, food and drink vendors, and a licensed bar on site.

The popular Little Rippers activity area will return this year, featuring rides, dodgem cars and sideshow attractions.

The event is largely run by volunteers and the local community, with money raised injected back into Quambatook and its people and businesses.

EFTPOS will not be available at the event.

For more information and ticket sales, visit the Quambatook Tractor Pull Facebook page.