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As February arrives each year, so does the annual "Halfway Hangs" event! Organised and run by StreetKarange, this is one of Australias most unique car events. Spanning over 4 days, it has a Show & Shine, Camping, Drifting and awards. Why halfway hangs? Becuase it is held halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, with a drift track 20 minutes from the campgrounds - it was meant to be!
"Halfway Hangs is simple…rad cars, rad people, and rad vibes!"
StreetKarnage live by the simple motto for this event "rad cars, rad people and rad vibes" and that describes this event in a nutshell. The weekend starts on Thursday morning, with most attendees arriving by midday to Valla Beach Tourist Park, a spacious campground by the water with cabins, camping areas and plenty of room for cars and trailers.
The show & Shine
in 2023, Halfway Hangs celebrated their 10th anniversary of the event - and the numbers reflected this. The holiday park was full to the brim of modified cars this year, with large lines to get into the show and shine and plenty of spectators.
Come Friday morning, cars are being washed and final preparation is underway. With over 100 cars entered into the Show & Shine, it is an awesome display of cars and it is no easy feat for the judges to pick their favourites.
From old classic JDM all the way to Euro builds and Drift Cars, halfway really has it all. With all cars that enter the show and shine having to be approved prior, you just know this is an event you don't want to miss.
Drifting at raleigh raceway
As Friday comes to an end, entrants and friends usually partake in a cool beverage or two, followed by a swim as the weather usually consists of blistering sun.
An early start Saturday (much to the disgust of a few who missed the two beverage memo) leads everyone to Raleigh Raceway, a track 30 minutes south of Coffs Harbour with a challenging layout mixed with a change of altitude, it is a favourite for many drivers.
Saturday is to consist of team drifting only, where entrants need to apply and be approved with a team of drivers to put on a show! Allowing up to 4 car trains at the tight track, this is a marvel to watch and can have some nail biting moments and leave some of the show cars worse for wear.
Sunday is drifting again, but this time entry is open to single drivers and allows for more of a Matusri style track day. Once again, these guys never fail to put on a show. Some of these cars take spectators by surprise, as they were spotted at the Show & Shine and were not expected to be seen shredding up the track!
The Awards
Another amazing part of this event, is the tremendous amount of awards that are on offer. Don't let the number of awards fool you though, only the best of the best are rewarded with a Halfway trophy!
Aongst the awards given:
Joy Boys - by Joybreak
Hardest Driven Street Car - by Black Arts Factory
The Willie Nelson Award - by Gourmet Bodyworks
Worst Team - by Death Clique
Worst Driver - by Death Clique
Best Dressed Team Mate - by Oaktree Outlaws
Fashion Killaaa - by Oaktree Outlaws
Looks Shit - by Cursed Sundays
Gravy Favourite - by Gravy Garage
BDP - by Hit and Run
Hate N Destroy - by Kingpin Supply
Spirit Award - by Wreck ‘Em
Goodest Award - by Goodest Co
Golden Oldie - by Beam Speed Shop
Wheel of Fortune - bySpicyBois
The Morning After - by Kworx Customs
Low Down Machine - by Car Make Revive
Tip In Of The Day - by TSD
Financially Irresponsible - by 660garage
Best Tandem - by Secret Drift
REGISTERED VEHICLE AWARD - Given to the best car/driver that drove to the event and drifted.
BEST TEAM - Given to the best team on Saturday's drift day
Last but not least. HALFWAY KING - This award is given to the all-rounder of the event. Stand-out car in the show, awesome driving, and all round good vibes, and was just a pleasure to hang with!
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