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The 2015 Brisbane Truck Show will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from Thursday, May 14, to Sunday, May 17, with the event expected to attract crowds of around 40,000 people eager to see the latest and greatest trucks, accessories and related products and services.

Held every two years, the Brisbane Truck Show is a highlight on the Australian trucking calendar, where you can browse all the major truck brands under the one roof in air-conditioned comfort.

This year's show promises to reveal a host of new hardware and plenty of surprises, with several manufacturers vying for the limelight with models set to make their Australian debut. Of course, every manufacturer present will be making the most of the opportunity to showcase their current line-ups, while also promoting their various aftersales support and back-up services.

In addition to all the gleaming chrome and paintwork, this year's show will also feature a 'Health Tune-Up Centre', where truck industry members – and especially men aged between 30 and 60 – can gain a clearer picture of their health, identify potential risks and receive advice on ways to address those issues before they become major problems.

Meanwhile, the next generation of truck industry 'high achievers' will be strutting their stuff in the CVIAQ Apprentice Challenge, where participants will go head to head as they attempt to rectify identical faults in two Mercedes-Benz Actros prime movers.

And for those thinking about diving into the Australian truck industry for the first time, an Industry Careers Centre will be manned by a range of training and career specialists to showcase the broad range of paths available to those considering a new direction.

trucksales.com.au will also be there, with a stand manned by our friendly staff eager to show you just why we're Australia's leading online truck classifieds website. Be sure to drop by stand 247 on the Plaza Level and say g'day.

2015 BRISBANE TRUCK SHOW DETAILS

Where: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, cnr of Merivale and Glenelg Streets, South Bank.

When: Thursday, May 14, to Sunday, May 17

Hours: Thursday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm; Sunday, 10am to 4pm

Getting there:

From the airport, by train – Airtrain
Brisbane’s Airtrain offers the quickest and most reliable option to get from Brisbane Airport to the South Brisbane Railway Station. It's a 30-minute train ride leaving every half hour, and there's no need to change trains. It's then a five-minute walk from South Brisbane Station to BCEC.

Special Brisbane Truck Show rates are available – print the Brisbane Truck Show/Airtrain discount letter, present this letter at the Airport Terminal for your special travel rate of $25.00 return.

The first service from the Brisbane Airport departs at 6.00am and the last service is 10.00pm. Saturday and Sunday timetables differ slightly – for all timetables refer to www.airtrain.com.au/.

By Taxi
Approximate cost: $50

By Train
The closest train station is South Brisbane Railway Station on the corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets. The BCEC is a short walk of 460m from the station. Trains run regularly between South Brisbane Railway Station and the Gold Coast.

Statewide rail connections leave from Roma Street Station’s Transit Centre, which is only one train stop away from South Bank.

For arrival and departure times for public transport to and from South Brisbane Railway Station phone 13 12 30 or visit www.translink.com.au. South Brisbane Railway Station is located in Zone 1.

By Bus
The closest Busway station is the Cultural Centre Busway Station located in Melbourne Street, which is a 200m walk to the BCEC. Cultural Centre Busway Station is located in Zone 1.

The Cultural Centre is the main hub for most bus routes, and is only a few minutes' walk away adjacent to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC). A Free Loop downtown bus service circles Brisbane’s Central Business District only. Brisbane City Buses stop at several locations around the South Bank precinct.

Go Cards are available for all public transport: Adults $10 card/$5 activation fee. Children and seniors $5 card/ $5 activation fee. Visit www.translink.com.au for Go Card outlets, arrival and departure times for public transport to and from South Brisbane, or phone 13 12 30.

By Taxi
A sheltered taxi rank is located outside the main entrance of the BCEC on the corner of Glenelg and Merivale Streets. Taxis are also accessible in other locations in the South Bank precinct including the two hotels – Rydges and Mantra.

Both Yellow Cabs (13 19 24) and Black & White Cabs (13 32 22) service Brisbane and the surrounding areas. Within the Brisbane CBD, taxi ranks are located near most major hotels.

By Car
There are 1500 undercover parking spaces available at the Centre, accessed by Merivale Street. The car park is open 24 hours, seven days a week. A further 1500 spaces are available at the South Bank Parklands, QPAC and Queensland Art Gallery and Museum.

Tickets:
Tickets are available at the gate and also online through Ticketek (click here).

Prices are as follows:
Adults: $20
Pensioners: $15
Children (under 18): Free

For more information regarding the 2015 Brisbane Truck Show visit www.brisbanetruckshow.com.au.