FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

REGISTRATION

How do I register as a driver or rider?

Register your truck or motorbike online via this website. Have your credit card ready to pay your $12 registration fee. Then make a donation of $55 or more. This amount will show up as a donation on your fundraising page. Bonus - you can claim it back on your tax-return! 

Passengers are welcome to register and fundraise so they can earn merchandise such as t-shirts and caps. 

Register now!

When is the latest I can register?

Truck and motorcycle registrations close on Monday, 13 February, 2023 at 10:00am.

If you have not been able to register in time, please contact the Convoy Geelong Events team via email, convoy@campquality.org.au, and we may be able to accommodate a late registration.

Why do you need my vehicle registration details?

Your vehicle registration helps us to identify registered Convoy participants and reduces chaos and delays when managing vehicle arrival, parking spot allocation, Convoy departure and Lead Truck identification. It is in your own interest to provide us with your vehicle registration number to ensure you have an enjoyable experience on event day.

Can I register on the day?

No. Whilst in previous years we accepted registrations on the day, this is not possible for this year. If you have not registered through our website prior to Monday, 13 February, 2023 by 10:00am, you are unable to participate as a driver/rider.

Can I register on behalf of another person?

No. All Convoy Geelong participants need to register themselves via the webpage. During the registration process, you will have the possibility of creating a team page (if you are the first person of your team registering) or joining a team (if the team page already exists). Passengers of trucks and motorcycles are encourated to register.

How many trucks and motorbikes can be in a team?

It usually takes at least two people to form a team but there is no upper limit for the number of team members. Trucks and motorcycles can be part of the same team.

TRUCKS, BIKES & LICENSES

Can I participate with any type of truck?

No. Primary movers without trailers are accepted, as well as trucks such as cement mixers, and small-to-medium sized trucks or tractors. If you wish to participate with anything bigger, please contact the Convoy Geelong Events team via convoy@campquality.org.au to see if your vehicle is suitable for event participation. Please don’t just rock up on event day with a road train, mining truck, crane or otherwise oversized vehicle.

Please note: Your vehicle must comply with regulations and be legally allowed to be driven on roads and freeways!

Can I participate with any type of motorcycle?

Generally, yes. Any type of motorcycle can participate, even a trike or a sidecar motorcycle. However, should your motorcycle fall under a category that is well outside the norm, please contact the Convoy Geelong Events team via convoy@campquality.org.au to see if your vehicle is suitable for event participation.

Please note: Your vehicle must comply with regulations and be legally allowed to be driven on roads and freeways!

What about minimum age and driver licence requirements for participants?

In order to participate as a vehicle driver in Convoy Geelong, you must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the event. Additionally, you will require a full drivers licence relevant to your vehicle.

WHAT ARE THE COSTS?

How much does it cost to participate in Convoy Geelong?

When registering as the driver/rider of your truck or motorcycle, you commit to donate $55 to Camp Quality in addition to your $12 registration fee. Passengers who want the opportunity to earn merchandise will need to register and meet the minimum fundraising requirements.

Once registered, spread your fundraising page far and wide. The more you fundraise for Camp Quality, the more incentives you'll receive, such as shirts and caps.

Is there an entry fee for visitors and spectators?

No. The event can be attended free of charge and is not ticketed. Just rock up!

TIMINGS AND LOCATION

What are the key timings for Convoy?

Please note that the times below are subject to change. Any last-minute changes to event timings will be communicated to all participants at the earliest possible time.

  • 7.00am Doors open
  • 8.00am Driver registration closes
  • 8.15am Driver safety briefing
  • 9.00am Convoy departure
  • 10.30am Venue entertainment commences
  • 11.00am Convoy arrival (approx.)
  • 2.30pm Event concludes

What is the address for Convoy Geelong?

The Convoy Geelong event venue is located at:

Avalon Raceway
210 Old Melbourne Road,
Lara VIC 3212

Vehicle access is via Old Melbourne Road. Event signage will be visible at the entrance on event day. 

Scan the QR Code to see the entrance location on Google Maps.


What is the route for Convoy Geelong 2023?

Check out the route and cue sheet by downloading the course map. 

Download Course Map

Alternatively, you can download the Driver Notes (or even a GPS file) from the event website. 

Can I watch Convoy Geelong and cheer drivers on?

You certainly can, and we encourage you to do so!

Locate yourself at a safe spot (e.g. service road, footpath) and leave sufficient space between yourself and the road.

Cheer on the drivers, get creative and get out those pom poms from the attic and, if you're in a vehicle, honk back!

Convoy Geelong departs Avalon Raceway at around 9am and will take about two hours to complete the route.

Download the Course Map so you know where to set up your cheer station.

How long does it take for Convoy to return to the venue?

We anticipate that Convoy Geelong will be on the road for about two hours but it is difficult to predict an accurate arrival time back at the venue.

Please allow some room for movement as Convoy length, railway crossings, traffic lights, road conditions, weather etc. all influence Convoy Geelong travel times.

Where do I park?

If you are a registered Convoy Geelong driver or rider, our friendly traffic controllers will assist you with finding the right spot for your vehicle.

If you are an event visitor, you will be directed to the visitor car park. Please be prepared to walk a little from the visitor car park to the event venue. 

If you require disability parking, please let the traffic controllers know and we will arrange for parking directly next to the venue.

CONVOY GEELONG EXPERIENCE

Do I need to pay to visit Convoy Geelong?

No. You can visit the event free of charge.

However, Convoy Geelong participants need to be registered by Monday, 13 February, 2023 by 10am.

You are welcome to make a donation to Camp Quality on the day via the QR codes posted around the venue.

You can make a donation here or use the QR codes around the venue on the day to make a donation. 

Can I check out all the trucks and motorbikes?

Yes, please! You will not only get to see fancy, sparkly trucks and motorcycles. If you are lucky, you can check out a few other motorized gems.

What can I experience at the Convoy venue?

The venue will be packed with entertainment and experiences which will cater for adults and kids alike. Expect to find catering options on site, as well as kids rides, kids roving entertainment, (live) music, fundraising award ceremonies, and of course, lots of different trucks and bikes to look at.

Make sure you have some good old cash in your pockets, just in case.

Do you still run Convoy in bad weather?

Yes, we do. Rain and wind generally do not prevent the event from taking place. However, if weather is forecasted to be extreme or the weather becomes extreme on event day, we reserve the right to cancel or shut down activities, or the event altogether.

Will there be food and coffee vendors at Convoy Geelong?

We certainly do. We will make sure you get your caffeine fix as well as have food options to choose from which will fill up your belly.

Make sure you have some good old cash in your pockets, just in case.

What about toilets?

Yes, there are a number of toilet blocks at the Avalon Raceway.

Fundraising & donations

Is there a minimum fundraising amount?

In addition to your driver/rider registration fee of $12, you will need to make a donation of $55 (or more) to Camp Quality.

Bonus: you will receive a tax-deductible donation receipt for the amount that you choose to donate. 

We welcome and strongly recommend you set yourself a personal fundraising goal with the intention to meet or exceed this personal goal.

While setting an ambitious fundraising goal may appear being hard to achieve at first, you will be surprised how much you can raise with just a few ideas and actions.

Check out our Fundraising Resources or contact us on convoy@campquality.org.au for fundraising support, guidance, and ideas.

Can I still fundraise during or after the event?

You sure can. Fundraising for the 2023 Convoy Geelong event will close at midnight on Friday, 31 March, 2023.

How do I become Lead Truck at Convoy Geelong?

Whoever is the highest fundraising individual truck by 6pm on Saturday, 18 February, 2023 will have the honour of leading Camp Quality Convoy Geelong. Second and third highest-fundraising trucks will fall in behind in those positions.

Where can I find the Community Fundraising Guidelines?

Can I make a donation on the day?

You can make a donation online or use the QR codes around the venue on the day to make a donation. 

Check out the Convoy leaderboard to find out which truck is in the running to take pole position as Lead Truck.

The truck with the highest donations on their online fundraising page on the day before the event, will have the honour of leading Convoy Geelong 2023.

Where does the money go?

The money raised from Camp Quality's Convoy helps brings positivity, fun and laughter back into the lives of kids facing cancer.

Our services and programs help families build optimism and resilience through community, education and fun. We are there for kids (0-15) dealing with their own cancer diagnosis, or the diagnosis of a sibling or parent, every step of the way: in hospital, at school, online, and away from it all at our camps and retreats.

Find out more about the difference your donation can make

Who are your event sponsors?

We are still finalising our event sponsors. However,  we would still love to chat with you if your organisaation is keen to support Convoy Geelong. 

We can even offer up naming rights to the event if you are serious.

Reach out to us at convoy@campquality.org.au.

THE SMALL PRINT

Where can I find the event's Terms & Conditions?

During your registration for Convoy Geelong, you will need to accept the Terms & Conditions of the event. 

Read the Terms and Conditions

Is there a Code of Conduct?

Yes. There is a Code of Conduct you need to agree to which forms part of the Terms & Conditions. It outlines Camp Quality’s expectations of every participant, staff member, volunteer, event visitor and service provider. We encourage you to read the Code of Conduct. 

Read the Code of Conduct

Are Convoy Geelong participants covered by Camp Quality's public liability insurance?

No. You need your own compulsory Third Party Insurance. In addition, you need to have either Third Party Property Damage OR Comprehensive Vehicle Insurance.

Useful Info

Get in touch

Contact the Camp Quality Convoy team.

1300 662 267

 convoy@campquality.org.au