Teams from across Victoria will compete at the third annual Dimboola Human Powered Vehicle Expo on Sunday.
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Eight teams - accompanied by riders and support crews - will compete with 20 human-powered vehicles at the Dimboola Recreation Reserve.
The teams will participate in a six-hour demonstration race from 10am.
Hindmarsh Shire Council's tourism and economic development officer Jeff Woodward said the event would allow people to experience the emerging sport without the hassle of travelling to - Maryborough, Melbourne or South Australia.
Mr Woodward said the teams would complete a 1.2-kilometre circuit, reaching speeds of up to 60km/h.
"Last year the teams were supported by around 800 spectators, and we are expecting similar numbers this year," he said.
Hindmarsh Shire Council Mayor Ron Ismay said Dimboola was fortunate to secure the only event of this type in western Victoria.
"This event has the potential to grow the sport and inspire more local schools and communities to become involved," he said.
"The Dimboola Recreation Reserve is a perfect location for HPV events and we hope in future to develop this venue to be able to host official race events."
WIMMERA EVENTS TO MARK IN YOUR CALENDAR AUG 2 - AUG 8
FRIDAY
Bjorn Again - 30th Anniversary Tour at Horsham Town Hall. Performance starts at 8pm. Tickets from $60.
Steve Kilbey - The Church Live at Montara Wines, Ararat. Event runs from 5.30pm until 10.30pm. Tickets from $75.
Psychic Night with Michelle Conway at Horsham's UpTempo Cafe. Event runs from 6pm until 8.30pm. Tickets cost $35.
SATURDAY
Daniel Thompson's Johnny Cash Live at Horsham Town Hall. Performance starts at 8pm. Tickets from $60.
Haven Market at Haven Recreation Reserve from 9am until 1pm. Free entry.
Mental As Anything Live rock band performance at Horsham's Royal Hotel. Event runs from 9.30pm until 11pm. Tickets from $35.
Ron Schneider car collection display at Rupanyup Memorial Park. Event starts at 8.30am. Tickets cost $10.
SUNDAY
2019 Wimmera Wedding Expo at Murtoa Stick Shed. Event runs from 10am until 2pm. Tickets cost $10.
ALL WEEKEND
Wild Places exhibition display by Adam Demmert and Gareth Llewellin at Natimuk's Goat Gallery. Exhibition open on Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. Free entry.
THURSDAY
The Wizard of Oz musical performance at Horsham Town Hall. Performance by Horsham's St Brigid's College students starts at 7.30pm. Tickets from $25.
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