BETWEEN $50,000 to $80,000 is expected to be injected into Leeton shire's economy as a result of a national rally in town. Residents might have noticed an extra influx of visitors in the past with 55 caravans putting down roots at the Leeton Showground.
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The Australasian Touring Caravan, Motorhome and Camping Club is currently holding its national rally in Leeton, which officially kicked off last Thursday.
An annual general meeting of the organisation was held yesterday, with a multitude of activities keeping the more than 100 rallygoers occupied.
Coach tours of the area were high on the to-do list, as well as visits to Gogeldrie Weir, games nights and "happy hour" all highlights for those taking part.
Participants have travelled from far and wide to take part, according to club president Brian Kelleher.
"We always go to a town that wants to have us ... it's very good for that town's economy," he said.
"The main reason we come to places like Leeton is so our members can get a taste of it and hopefully come back again with their families and friends.
"I think the highlight for everyone is bringing our 'family' together.
"Sometimes you don't see each other for a few months or even years at a time, so it's nice to get together with everyone like this."
The rally will finish up on Thursday evening before the group heads off to their various homes across the country.
Organiser of the rally Joy Mayhew said Leeton had been given a "gold class" reception by the town.
"Everyone is having a great time," she said.
"They are enjoying exploring the area and getting to know what it's all about.
"The best part is they can do as little or as much as they would like."
