[Ian Pullen]

The idea of judging a number of vehicles for an award at Corowa is not a new one. There are already prize categories for differing things.
The actual idea of entering a vehicle in a special category (like a people's choice) to be judged against others which may be completely different (eg: jeep against a Saladin) is fraught with complications.
There will always be concerns over bais, vehicle types, value, originality etc. Once you get over those hurdles, there is always the entrants that are better known as major collectors from within the country, possibly scooping the prize pool regularly. Then there is the budget issue. How much would have been spent etc?
I can definately state that the Army Museum would not enter this category if it were to be introduced. We aim to remain neutral and non-political at this event. After all it is held in our own back yard so to say and we wish to remain welcome. Hence we refuse any preferential treatment, reduced fees etc.
Having said that the committee are there for the participants, contact the committee direct and ask. If there is enough interest something could and should be done.