Jayson Munro is busy putting final plans in place for this year’s Whittlesea Show. Jayson is serving his first term as show president and hopes the community will flock to the event on Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3.
What’s your connection to Whittlesea.
My grandparents lived in Wollert and were always involved in the Whittlesea Show. I lived in Whittlesea when I got married then moved to Wallan where we have lived for 22 years.
What do you like about where you live?
Wallan is a great little town nestled between the Northern Highway and the Hume Freeway. It’s great when you want to get away.
Why did you put up your hand to be president of the Whittlesea Show?
I have been involved with the show for about 30 years so it’s just the natural progression.
What do you find rewarding about volunteering and are you connected to any other organisations?
I am a natural problem solver so it’s good to feel useful. I enjoy hearing stories and learning from the older members about the history.
What can people expect if they go to the show?
There are new things happening around the ground with junior handling, pavillon hunter showbag, drones and all the usual things.
Where is your favourite local place to spend time?
Anywhere I can fish.
Tell us something people would be surprised to know about you.
I quite enjoy cooking and baking and have won a number of prizes.
Tickets to the Whittlesea Show are available online at Whittlesea Show 2024 (ticketebo.com.au) or at the gate on November 2 and 3. There is plenty to look forward to thanks to a lineup of new attractions, rides, and engaging entertainment from 9am to 5pm each day.
