The event began with the Friday Night Car Cruise, held to help raise money for Camp Quality, which provides camps for children and young people living with cancer. Alpine Street Machines president Steve Swift said more than 250 cars participated in the cruise, with many from Christchurch, Dunedin and Southland. The cruise was a casual way for people to talk about their cars and to raise money for charity. Camp Quality registrar Judi Weedon said the charity had been involved with Alpine Street Machines for a few years, and the vehicle owners had provided free rides to campers. The event finished yesterday with the Alpine Street Machines Swap Meet, at the Litany St clubrooms.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 18, 2026 16:07 UTC