Anne Parisianne
The Whittlesea Pro Rodeo gears up for its 52nd annual event, bringing locals a huge festival with increased prize money, events, entertainment and arena acts.
For the first time, the rodeo program is including a Ladies Bullock ride, with nominations filling up within an hour of opening on Wednesday evening.
Contestants from towns including Doreen, Whittlesea, Kilmore, Broadford, Mansfield, Kinglake, Mernda and Donnybrook.
Organiser Russell Green said a local contestant, Morgan Woolacott, will be a strong contender due to her bull-riding experience.
The Motorbike challenge is making serious waves, with motorbike fans seeming to outshout the horse lovers.
Comedy Clown Big Al is travelling from New South Wales, excited to test out new acts.
Early bird attendees from 4pm can enjoy country music by Ruby Jane and Phoebe Guye, who recently returned from the Tamworth Country Music Festival.
All the actions will be available on a big screen.
The Whittlesea Rodeo provides a space to support the community.
Kinglake Scouts will run a barbecue to fundraise for their Queensland trip, Whittlesea Football Club will provide the bar service to contribute to the club’s funds and Whittlesea Rotary Club will manage the parking for the event.
The rodeo is set to take place on Saturday, February 24 at the Whittlesea Showgrounds. It’s recommended to pre-purchase as tickets.
Details: www.ticketebo.com.au/tarraroo-rodeo/whittlesea-pro-rodeo-2024.
