BOWEN (QLD)
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1927 - BOWEN SHOWGROUNDS SPEEDWAY
A special All Powers Motor Cycle Handicap Race, over a distance of one and a half miles was run at the showgrounds on the 27th of September 1927.
First prize was awarded to WD Gray, the prize being a razor, a brush and a cake of soap.
(Editorial compilled by Allan Baker with information from the Bowen Independent newspaper)
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1933 - BOWEN SHOWGROUNDS
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2009 - BOWEN SPEEDWAY
Bowen Speedway events are promoted privately by Sidecar rider Mick Blain as there are no active speedway clubs in the Bowen District.
Programming includes junior and senior solo's and sidecars, the first official meetings were held during the 2009 - 2010 season, initial meetings attracted over 3,000 spectators.
Meetings are worked around Showground activities and weather conditions, part proceeds go back to assist the Agricultural Society.
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2013 - BOWEN SPEEDWAY Walkabout.
West Coast Speedway News pictorial feature
(use controls to pause - forward or reverse 24 images)
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2011 - BOWEN SPEEDWAY Location.
The Bowen Speedway is located within the towns showground arena.