100th Anniversary
First Australian Grand Prix for All Powers Racing Cars

GOULBURN NSW – 15-18 Jan 2027

Join motorsport enthusiasts from around the country in Goulburn, NSW, as we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the first Australian Grand Prix for all powers racing cars – a landmark event in Australian motorsport history. From 15–18 January 2027, this iconic celebration will honour the 1927 original race with thrilling historic car demonstrations, modern motorsport showcases, exhibitions, family entertainment, and community events.

Whether you're a racing fan, history buff or looking for a unique regional experience, Goulburn will roar to life with heritage, horsepower and hospitality.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-century celebration in the birthplace of Australian Grand Prix racing!

The birthplace of Australian Grand Prix racing

Goulburn, NSW holds a proud but often overlooked place in Australian motorsport history. On 15 January 1927, the town hosted what was officially promoted and reported as the Australian Grand Prix for All Powers Racing Cars – the country’s first national-level racing event open to all engine types and sizes.

The race took place on a 1.6-kilometre circuit in the grounds of the Goulburn Showground. It attracted competitors and spectators from across the country and was sanctioned by the Royal Automobile Club of NSW. The event was a genuine national championship, not merely a local club meeting.

Why this story matters

The 1927 event has been largely forgotten in mainstream motorsport history, overshadowed by the 1928 Phillip Island race which is often cited as the first Australian Grand Prix. But contemporary newspaper coverage from 1927 is clear: Goulburn’s event was nationally promoted and reported as the Australian Grand Prix.

Restoring this history matters – for Goulburn, for motorsport heritage, and for an accurate understanding of when and where Australian grand prix racing began.