Heavy horses and heavy hearts, but the show must go on
The National Clydesdale and Heavy Horse Festival went ahead last weekend with a heavy heart, marred by a road accident on the afternoon before the show began that claimed the life of one of its own ... Organisers however, decided the show must go on and put on a cracker of an event to mark the 15th anniversary since it was first held at Werribee Park in 2008.
Country music show by Dolly’s Dream ambassador
Country music on horseback will rev up Narrandera tomorrow night when multiple Golden Guitar winner, Tom Curtain, rides in to the Narrandera Showground ... Tom is an official ambassador for Dolly’s Dream, and uses his music and shows to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and wellbeing in rural communities.
Foster Show, 25 February 2023
Sammy Spark. Fancy a trip down to beautiful South Gippsland? The Foster Show is located in Foster, the gateway to Wilsons Prom. The Foster & District Agricultural Show has been showcasing the region’s agriculture and has been bringing the community together for 115 years.
Roll-up for Rochy! 135th Great Northern Show, 23-25 February 2023
Rochester Agricultural & Pastoral Association, Inc.
117th Henty Show, 11 February 2023
We have three members that have been nominated for Life Membership and one that has been nominated for the "Royal Agricultural Society of NSW" "Agricultural Show Award". This award is given to "Individuals deserving acknowledgement for the enormous effort and support they give".
123rd Oberon Show, 11 February 2023
The show with the biggest quick shear prize in the world! And so much more, including Noah's Pig Racing coming for the first time. See the full 2023 Schedule.
124th Cobargo Show, 10-12 February 2023
Additional items of entertainment that will be running are Fashions of the Show, best dressed couple, best dressed lady and best dressed male. To be judged at 11.15 am in front of the main pavilion. Cash prizes. A best Mullet competition!
105th Tyrendarra Agricultural Show, 11 February 2023
The Tyrendarra P&A Show will be running on Saturday 11 February and this year celebrating the 105 years. Again, it will be an amazing show full of entertainment and competitions for the whole family.
Allora Showgirl competition is back!
The call is out - The Allora Show Society is encouraging girls aged between 12 and 19 to enter the Allora Showgirl competition. This year there's been a change with no fundraising required.
Dorrigo Show 2022: It may be over but they’re still celebrating!
Dorrigo’s first show in three years might be over but organisers and officials are still celebrating its quality, success and popularity. Society President, Sally Duckett summed it up this way: “After three tough years of “No Show” forced upon us by Covid 19, 2022 was a huge success; perhaps one of the best ever.”
Bundarra Show & Demolition Derby, 28-29 January 2023
Join us for a wonderful weekend of fun for the whole family at the Bundarra Show and Demolition Derby.
Pambula Show, 7 January 2023
Pambula Show is a traditional country show with a carnival atmosphere held annually in the delightful village of Pambula on the fabulous far south coast of New South Wales.
Summerland Giant Pumpkin and Watermelon Festival, Kyogle, 21 January 2023
Not long to go now until the fantastic, fun-filled Summerland Giant Pumpkin and Watermelon Festival. Spread the word to family and friends over Christmas. It’s going to be an action-packed day to enjoy for the whole family. Displays of giant pumpkins, watermelons and various other gigantic vegetables.
Labor’s reasons for Ag Shows funding cuts
Murray Watt, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has been asked for an explanation as to why the grants have been discontinued and if there is potential for any other funding for the various agricultural societies which run local shows ... "While there were many competing priorities for funding in the October Agriculture Budget, the Albanese Government's overriding priority was to strengthen Australia's biosecurity defences ...": Senator Watt.
Dorrigo Show, 25-26 November 2022
Dorrigo & Guy Fawkes Agricultural Association Inc
Dorrigo Show is BACK! Bigger, Better and Brighter than Ever!
There has been much detailed planning for Dorrigo’s first...
112th Circular Head Show, 26 November 2022
After a two year recess, the 112th Circular Head Show is back! The Show retains all the traditional features you expect of an agricultural show including equestrian events; wood chopping; home industries, dairy and beef cattle competition and the very popular animal nursery; culminating with the Grand Parade at 3pm.
Daylesford Show, 26 November 2022
The Daylesford Show on Saturday November 26th will again feature exhibition of the work of local people who are so proud of what they have produced in the last twelve months, or in this case three years.
Labor cuts Ag Shows funding
Labor has confirmed it is scrapping funding for the Agriculture Shows Development Grants Program. In Estimates week, Agriculture Minister Murray Watt said $14 million in funding for Ag shows was being “reprioritised”. Maranoa MP David Littleproud said Estimates had sadly proved Labor was taking even more money out of regional and rural Australia, with infrastructure funding for Ag shows now gone, including in the electorate of Maranoa.
Norco Primex celebrates
Norco Primex has bounced back after local natural disasters with a near-capacity event. More than 10,000 people attended the final day of Norco Primex 2022 on Saturday ... “We chose to go ahead late this year to ensure Norco Primex 2022 would deliver for North Coast communities": director Bruce Wright.
