
CMC Rocks QLD, the premier country music festival in Australia, is a celebration that unites fans with the heart and soul of country music. Born from a passion for the genre, CMC Rocks QLD had its humble beginnings in the early 2000s through a vision realised by the pioneering spirits of Rob Potts and Michael Chugg. Rob Potts, a visionary in the country music scene, played a pivotal role in shaping the festival, bringing to life his dream of creating a platform where fans could immerse themselves in the music and camaraderie that defines the country music community, bridging the gap from Australia to Nashville. Alongside him, Michael Chugg, an industry heavyweight renowned for his expertise in event management, added his flair to the mix, contributing to the festival’s growth and success. Together, their passion and dedication set the stage for what would become an iconic celebration of country music, capturing the hearts of fans and artists alike.
17 years later… CMC Rocks QLD is still delivering an incomparable lineup year on year, featuring artists such as Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs, Taylor Swift, Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Morgan Evans, The Chicks, and the list goes on. The unique on-ground festival experience includes a one of a kind bar – Big Time Charlie’s, Honky Tonk Stomp line dancing, the incredible Songwriters Show, a moment on the stage for the audience with Live Band Karaoke, plus so much more.

Willowbank Raceway is a drag racing facility located off the Cunningham Highway, Willowbank, City of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. It is located approximately 30–45 minutes drive west of Brisbane. It is part of the Ipswich Motorsport Precinct, which includes a kart racing track; Ipswich Sprint Racing Circuit, a short circuit dirt racetrack; Ipswich Motor Sport Complex and bitumen racetrack Queensland Raceway. Since the closing of Surfers Paradise International Raceway following the 1987 Winternationals, the popular event, one of the largest drag racing festivals in the southern hemisphere, moved to the circuit in 1988. Between the end of Calder Park Raceway’s top level drag racing career and the opening of Western Sydney International Dragway, it also hosted the Australian Drag Racing Nationals.






