By Holly McGuinness
Members of the Whittlesea Agricultural Society are busy planning what they say is a back and better than ever Whittlesea Show next month, returning for the first time in three years as a result of COVID-19.
Running since 1859, the theme this year is ‘celebrate’ and that’s exactly what the society intends to do throughout the festivities, open to the public from Saturday, November 5 to Sunday, November 6 at the showgrounds on Yea Road.
Volunteers, society members and even children of the Whittlesea Agricultural Society’s president, Erica Hawke, are beyond excited for the show’s return.
“They’re already wondering what showbag they’ll pick, what rides they’ll go on, and what animals they’ll see at the show,” Ms Hawke said.
“The Whittlesea show is a family focussed, beautiful agricultural backdrop to our grounds, we pride ourselves on providing a large range of free activities when everyone arrives.” Ms Hawke said.
The show will include an array of activities including ferret racing, circus performances, family fun and games in the main arena, stilt walkers, wood chopping, live music, beautiful exhibits, show jumping, home crafts, craft cookery and a horticulture section.
Ms Hawke said woodchopping is always a popular event.
“It’s a fantastic sport to watch the strength and agility of the woodchoppers,” she said.
The exhibitor with the highest number of points in a number of agriculture-related classes will be awarded the City of Whittlesea perpetual trophy.
The award aims to champion farmers within the region on their efforts and quality of livestock and production.
Entry to the show is free for children under the age of 14.
Details: www.whittleseashow.org.au/
