What's the scoop in Australia, New Zealand and USA this August?

Blues Barbecue and Fireworks

Fireworks and barbecue! What could be better than this? On August 24 at Pier 54 witness the majestic Brooklyn Bridge, linking Manhattan and Brooklyn, and the amazing fireworks display. Catch free live blues by the water at Pier 54, part of the Hudson River Park’s annual summer of fun. Top bands play at this one-day mini festival and, to get things really sizzling a barbecue is thrown in too... read more at MyDriveHoliday

Rally New Zealand

The New Zealand Rally Championship will be held on 28 -31 August 2008. Headquarters is at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton which includes the Super Special Stage where the family can get close to the action. The event travels through the picturesque Waikato, Franklin, Pirongia and Waitomo regions and features the best roads in the World Rally Championship... read more at MyDriveHoliday

Australian Formula One Superboat Series

The Australian Formula One Superboat Series forms part of a national seven round series and includes not only the elite F1 racing but also includes jet skis. The Superboat Series are conducted on a closed calm water circuit allowing close views of all the action... read more at MyDriveHoliday