“The attraction of motorsport outside of the spectacle and speed is the strategy and tactics that goes into achieving a race win and delivering a Championship for your team. Bathurst is an iconic event that relies on astute tactics, nous and a little luck, like no other major sporting event. The Brrroom Bathurst 1000 board game brings these elements to life in your own home and will provide hours of fun and enjoyment for all motorsport fans and any lovers of strategy games.“
Brrroom Bathurst 1000 Features on the V8 Sleuth Website for Melbourne GP Weekend
THE Repco Bathurst 1000 is the jewel in the crown of the Repco Supercars Championship and fans of Mount Panorama can add a board game to their collection of ‘Mountain memorabilia’.
The ‘Brrroom Bathurst 1000 Full Throttle Strategy Board Game’ is available now and is a Supercars Official Licensed Product that commemorates the 60th anniversary of the ‘Great Race’ at Mount Panorama.
Jo Trilling (Presenter at ABC Perth DRIVE) recently spoke to Richard Lloyd (whose dad invented Squatter) in early February to reminisce about the old board game Squatter.
Listen to the Squatter audio segment below:
Listen to the full audio broadcast on ABC Perth DRIVE here.
Board game Squatter is an ode to Australian farming. Here’s the secret behind its longevity
It started as a side hustle, a way for a travelling salesman to get home to his family, but turned into a love letter to the land, an educational tool and one of the most successful Australian board games of all time — and it’s all about sheep farming.
Squatter simulates the highs and lows of earning a living as a farmer and is still in production six decades after it was launched.
Its inventor was Bob Lloyd, a city lad from Melbourne who gained a deep connection to rural life working as a farmhand on his in-laws’ property in Loch, South Gippsland.
Bob, who died in 2019, is remembered by his son, Richard, as a fun-loving bloke, a dreamer who loved the latest toys and gadgets.
The Supercars Bathurst 1000 is another celebration of our unique Aussie culture. With millions of viewers tuning in and hundreds of thousands attending the race in person, it has become a highly anticipated event.
Campsites around the track are in high demand, with families returning year after year to their favourite spots. Barbecues and portable generators are set up for catering and enhanced viewing experiences. The drivers and their teams show appreciation for their fans by signing autographs for enthusiastic supporters who patiently wait in line.
Brrroom Bathurst 1000, our game, received very positive feedback from drivers, with some even joking about using the game to determine their race strategy. Betty Klimenko, owner of Erebus Racing, mentioned playing the game with her husband Daniel at their bush property. Brodie Kostecki the current Supercars series leader, expressed interest in the game and commented on its well-thought-out design and enjoyable gameplay.
The Iconic Games Company Hosts Squatter Tournament at Deni Ute Muster
This year, The Iconic Games Company organized a Squatter Tournament featuring the Squatter Holden edition to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Holden Ute and show support for the Deni Ute Muster. Additionally, we participated in the 60th Anniversary of the Bathurst 1000 race and launched our new game, Brrroom Bathurst 1000.
Both the Deni Ute Muster and Bathurst 1000 hold significant cultural value in Australia. The Deni Ute Muster originated as a response to a drought crisis in 1999, with the aim of attracting tourism and supporting the local community. Over the years, the festival has grown with the help of dedicated volunteers, raising $100,000 annually for local community groups.
Our Aussie culture is difficult to define precisely, but it is something that evokes pride and is cherished by Australians. At the Deni Ute Muster concert, John Williamson’s performance of “True Blue” exemplified the value of loyalty and standing by one’s mates. Beyond the excitement of activities like “Circle Work” and the sound of “Exhaust Popping,” the event brings together families, showcases impressive utes, and demonstrates the community’s commitment to supporting each other.
