Variety Bash brings fun, funds to Horsham Special School

A sea of smiles washed over the Horsham Special School on Thursday morning as the Variety Bash made a memorable stop.

By Ben Fraser

Horsham Special School principal Ben Tait receiving an appreciation award from Variety Bash official Piper Butcher.

Around 80 vibrant vehicles and a slew of colourful characters rolled into the Dimboola Road Oval from 7.30 am, much to the delight of students and local car enthusiasts.

Celebrating its 50th year in Australia, the Variety Bash is midway through its 11-day 3600-plus kilometre journey that spans New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

While there is plenty of fun and games to be had along the way, the tour also has a serious note, with participants looking to raise more than $1.5 million for sick or disadvantaged children.

The tour also left a special gift for the school: a donation for sensory play equipment in thunder drums and a Marimba stream.