The thrill of the show is about to commence with this year’s Peak Hill Show guaranteed to have something for everyone. The committee has been hard at work planning and preparing a wide variety of entertainment, competitions and displays, so that people from near and far can come along to the show, enjoy themselves and catch up with family and friends.
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Show secretary Cathy Goodwin, said despite the tough times around the region, they are expecting a good level of competition both in the stock events and in the pavilion as entries start to flow in. We have had some cultural workshops, with grants from Parkes Shire Council, so we will no doubt see some amazing macrame hangings, floral arrangements and tasty cheese in the pavilion,” she said.
“We also have our ‘Waste to Art’ section with this year’s theme being the centenary of the Peak Hill silos. It has really taken off with a lot of local interest, so we are expecting some very interesting and amazing entries,” she said.
Entries for most sections are due by Friday, August 17, while outside the pavilion there will be more competitions to enter on the day. The children’s bike races, aimed at those under ten, will be back again with plenty of prizes on offer, so make sure to bring your bike and don’t forget your helmet.
A big chance to for bragging rights will be on offer at the show’s newest event, the Peak Hill Dash. With local fame on offer, along with some handy cash prizes, the ‘Dash’ is a race with a difference. Held over a distance of twenty metres, it is not as easy as it sounds, so for a hint to those thinking of entering it is suggested that they practice carrying a lot of small items that are synonymous with the Peak Hill region.
One competition that has already been won is the Miss Peak Hill Showgirl and Miss Teenager. Erin O’Leary was proudly awarded the Miss Showgirl crown at the Peak Hill Show Ball on July 28, while Becky Wright was named Miss Teenager.
Of course an agricultural show wouldn’t be held without animal displays and judging, and there will be plenty of stock competition with traditional favourites including horse events and the dog show, along with poultry, cattle and sheep judging taking place.
Apart from the competitive side of the show, there will be plenty of entertainment for all ages. The Central Tablelands Axemen will be demonstrating the art of woodchopping from 12pm to 3pm, while the Peak Hill Central School will be running fun, free activities throughout the day. The local schools always get behind the show with entries and attendance but have brought something special this year.
Peak Hill Preschool, St Joseph’s Parish School and Peak Hill Central School understand how much the show means to the rural community and acknowledge how tough families and farmers are doing it. As a show of support the schools will be paying the entry fees for all students enrolled, with Central School Principal Scott Olson, saying it’s important to work together as a community. “We encourage as many people to get to the show and spend some quality time with friends and family,” he said.
The climbing wall which was such a big hit last year, will be back again along with the spectacular Eljay Freestyle Entertainment Show, which is an action packed motorcycle and bicycle stunt show with highly skilled riders performing gravity defying moves and comic relief. Proudly sponsored by Grand Champion Sponsors Northparkes Mines, there will be shows at 11am, 3pm and 5.30pm, while the official show opening will be held at 11.30am.
Neighbourhood Central will be offering transport services to and from the show to make sure everyone, young and old, can attend. Simply contact 6862 2825 to make a booking, with fares just $2. Gates open from 7am with events kicking off at 9am
