Out-of-control circumstances have trampled the Numurkah Show since 2019, but Stu Cameron is ready to take back the reins.
The Numurkah Show Society president said he worried about its return following a three-year hiatus, but the fear was soon alleviated.
“If it wasn’t COVID, it was this time last year, having to cancel due to the floods,” he said.
“I didn’t think we’d have many show rides, but there are rides there everywhere; it surprised me.”
The show boasts family entertainment for all ages – showbags, rides, activities, an animal nursery and more.
However, the highlight is always in the agricultural sector.
“We have a good beef show and one of the biggest local dog shows — 50 beef cattle, 20 to 30 dairy cattle, and over 500 dogs come from everywhere,” Mr Cameron said.
“Plus, a new couple of events this year to get local kids involved — a pony club, novelty ring, an egg-and-spoon race with their ponies — and we’re bringing back the ‘guess the weight of the bull’ competition.”
The theme for this year’s show is a much smaller animal, though: the honey bee.
The craft section will have an exhibition from local beekeepers, bee-inspired art and a children’s colouring competition.
The 133rd Annual Numurkah Show is on Wednesday, October 25, at the Numurkah Showgrounds, Tunnock Rd, Numurkah.
Gates open at 9am.
Tickets are $15 for adults (17 and over), $5 for school-aged children, $10 for pensioners, and free entry for under-school-age children. Family tickets are available (two adults and two children) for $30.