Vessels of all makes and models kicked up waves across Lake Albert over the weekend as exhibitors refused to let the wild weather dampen the third Great Classic Inland Boat Show.
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Visitors and passers-by alike were treated to a free display of maritime muscle, with boatsman tearing up the lake to the delight of a bustling bank-side crowd.
The two day exhibit was a testament to the years of labor owners have dedicated to perfecting their prized watercrafts, from newly built and modified to what can only be described as floating time-capsules.
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Boatsman Bob Forbes spent nine and a half years designing and crafting The Spook, motivated by the passion for powerboats he first began to embrace at a young age.
"I grew up in Taree, and in Taree powerboat racing has been around from day dot," he said.
"I just got interested in watching boat racing as a kid and as I got older I decided I wanted have a go at it."
The Spook was one of more then 30 boats on display over the weekend.
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Hayley Wilkinson
Born and raised within the Riverina, Hayley launched her journalism career at The Daily Advertiser in September 2021. During her time she covered events, entertainment and human interest stories.
Born and raised within the Riverina, Hayley launched her journalism career at The Daily Advertiser in September 2021. During her time she covered events, entertainment and human interest stories.
