Show society treasurer, Adam Cannon said the show was a great success.

“It surpassed all our expectations,’ he said.

Numbers through the gate were up on last year, and the crowds had two fun packed days of events to keep them entertained.

The Champion All Breeds Dog Show attracted 374 entries, with plenty of interstate competitors present.

The cattle ring was busy with students from neighbouring towns of Narromine and Dubbo competing.

Merino’s, Prime Lambs, and meat breeds all competed in the sheep arena.

Three local Merino studs Towalba, Westray, and Genanegie competed, and there were plenty of flock section entries as well.

The poultry pavilion was full and Dean Ahearn from Peak Hill did a great job as the new Steward.

The Farmyard Nursery was once again very popular with baby goats, pigs, rabbits, a Llama and some fantastic rainbow coloured silky chooks, thanks to Benjamin Stanford.

The vintage car display from Parkes Car Club was a hit with show goers, along with the Beaut Ute competition.

Wylie Roll took out Top Ute of the Show with his 1956 Ford Mainline.

A dog High Jump event was held for the first time this year.

Organised by the PA and H Association, the event was a real crowd pleaser.

Mastiff/Dane/Wolfhound cross “Dude” jumped 1.72m and reigned supreme over black Kelpie “Wally”.

Adam said organizers have decided to run two separate dog high jumping events next year.

“One for sheep dogs and the other for any other variety dogs,” he said.

A full two day program in both jumping and ring events kept the horse enthusiasts busy watching competitors from far and wide.

The free climbing wall provided for kids by the show society was a huge hit.

Adam said the pavilion was absolutely exceptional this year.

“It was looking the best it ever has in my opinion.

“We had a Pavilion preview night on Tuesday, which went off really well.

“Finger food was served to the 55 people who attended to view the entries and mingle amongst the great displays,’ Adam said.

The show raffle was very popular with two main prizes up for grabs this year.

Dick Baxter officially opened the show on Wednesday. 

“Dick is an invaluable part of our show,” Adam said.

“He is an honorary patron, life member, past president, and World War II veteran.

“Dick puts his whole life into the show.

“He gets out of bed early, turns up at 6am and mans the gate all day, both days.

“We even had to find someone to take over on the gate so Dick could come up for lunch.

A successful grant application lodged for new seating for the showground meant show goers had fabulous new benches and picnic settings dotted around to gather on this year.

“To top off two fabulous days of fun and entertainment local band Riff Raff performed for patrons from 5.30pm to 8pm and the fireworks display was fantastic,” Adam said.

Photos: Barbara Reeves