The skies were grey but spirits high as Peak Hill residents took advantage of the full day holiday on Wednesday to enjoy all the fun of the fair at their annual show.
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The main pavilion was packed with everything that typified the Peak Hill community - including art and craft, cooking, and photography just to name a few.
A feature of the pavilion was the tribute to the centenary of the Anzac landings.
Both the sheep and cattle sections were kept busy throughout the day, whilst the main arena featured a wonderful turnout of horses.
Judging in the dog show was hectic with competitors keenly vying for the cherished blue ribbons.
A welcome attraction was the competition by members of the Central West Axemen’s Association who delighted spectators with their skills.
The show was officially opened by Mrs Ann McIntyre - joint winner of this year’s Peak Hill Citizen of the Year title.
Ann was introduced to the crowd by show president Ian Westcott who appealed to Peak Hill residents to become involved in the committee to ensure the ongoing success of the show.
Mr Westcott took on the role of president again this year - past the normal three year period - in the absence of anyone to take office.
He later acknowledged the more than four decades of work put into the show by Mrs McIntyre when awarding her Life Membership to the Peak Hill Show Society.
Another highlight of the day was the announcement of the Miss Showgirl and Miss Teenager.
Amy O’Leary, daughter of Louise and Danny O’Leary, was sashed Miss Showgirl after being announced the winner by one of the judges, Mrs Raelene Rout.
Molly Wright, daughter of Tony and Tanya Wright, was the3 delighted winner of the Miss Teenager title.
With the Peak Hill Show done and dusted for another year, attention now focuses on next week’s Parkes Show - the best show west of the Blue Mountains.
Photos: Bill Jayet
