International rally drivers drop in on animal farm

International stars from the EROAD Australian Rally Championship (ARC) took the time out of their preparations for this weekend’s Forest Rally to visit Sunflowers Animal Farm and meet some local Australian wildlife.

Sweden’s Tom Kristensson and Irishman Frank Kelly, Kiwi superstar Hayden Paddon, New Zealand veteran Graeme Ferguson and three-time Australian champion Harry Bates took part in the tour, where they had some up-close-and-personal time with some furry friends and even tried their hands at bottle feeding.

Home to over 350 animals and offering daily feeding, cuddles, and interactions, Sunflowers Animal Farm is a South West favourite for locals and visitors to the region.

The visit came just days before the second round of the EROAD Australian Rally Championship, which takes place on the gravel roads of Busselton and Nannup from May 23 to 25.

The Forest Rally is one of the longest-running and most popular events on the ARC calendar.

Rally Drivers will begin Forest Rally with the Hit FM Rally Show from 4pm on Friday May 23, followed by a Ceremonial Start at 6pm on the Busselton Foreshore between Shelter Brewing Co and the Busselton Jetty.

The competition begins on Saturday May 24 in Nannup, with dedicated spectator points along the stages.

The Rally will conclude with a podium celebration and champagne spray on Sunday May 25 at approximately 3.45pm in the Service Park in Nannup.

For free entry, register for tickets online at rally.com.au.