Though a similar service was being offered in some drive-ins through CINE-FI, it was either on the AM band with lower sound quality and only in mono, or in FM but in an artificially mixed "stereo.

[5] Several concerts were held at the Dromana Drive-In during the 1980s and 1990s, most notably a festival on New Year's Eve 1994 featuring Silverchair, TISM, The Meanies and an early-morning screening of Pink Floyd The Wall.

[6] The aftermath on the morning of New Year's Day 1995 was described by police as "resembling a war zone", as roughly 200 people had decided to sleep off their hangovers on the premises.

They also stated: The Dromana Drive-in is of historical significance as a reflection of the mid-twentieth century rise of the influence of the car on Victorian society and culture...

The owners have since expanded the business model beyond just screening films, and now allow community bookings including school graduation ceremonies, local plays and church group sessions.