ProceedsThe proceeds from the Historic Leyburn Sprints are held in trust and invested back into Leyburn to improve spectator, camping, and safety facilities, with the betterment of the event paramount. Each year the Historic Leyburn Sprints continues to out do the previous year, this is due to the proceeds of this event and those who help to bring it all together.
HistoryA Commemoration of Queensland's first-ever Australian Grand Prix - The weekend of August 21st & 22nd 2010 will see the showcase of one of the most significant motoring events in Queensland and one of the State's biggest regional events staged, when the 15th annual Leyburn Sprints takes place in the small rural community of Leyburn. While the sprints concept is still enjoying its infancy on the Australian motor sporting calendar, the associated stories of Leyburn's hosting of the 1949 Australian Grand Prix makes for some interesting reading.
About LeyburnLeyburn is a picturesque village brimming with talent and friendliness. When visiting any other time outside the Sprints weekend, allow plenty of time to explore the delights of this country-chic town. Spend some time walking around Leyburn's historic buildings.
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