Big day out at Deloraine

Photo by Sophie Folder

Josie Folder and an enigmatic alpaca at the Deloraine Show Animal Nursery, 2018.

THE DELORAINE & Districts Community Bank Deloraine Show will be held on Saturday, 23 November.

For 73 years the Deloraine show has provided a great day out with a winning formula for families looking for a fun, diverse & safe atmosphere.

A draw card this year will be cooking demonstrations from Deloraine’s local ‘Four Roses ladies’, Lexie Young, Jan Atkins and Sandra Atkins who will be sharing their baking secrets and tips.

Fresh from the 2019 Australian Natural Terrain Moto Trial Championship, Chris Bayles will wow the crowd with his hair raising motor bike stunt demonstrations.

Another new attraction is Crazy Bikes, providing hours of fun as patrons attempt to ride variously modified bikes, ranging from easy to almost impossible.

The Pet Parade is a crowd favourite for children, families and their pets, with loads of prizes to be won. Details can be found at local schools or on the Deloraine Show Society Facebook page or website (deloraineshow.com.au).

New this year will be a Lego tent run by the St Marks Deloraine Lego Club, hosting several Lego building competitions throughout the day.

Chilli FM Children’s Fun Tent will provide activities for little ones.

The mechanical bull is back by popular demand and Eddie Freeman will demonstrate his skilled chainsaw carving.

Entertainment promises a lively atmosphere with music from Matt Wood, the Deloraine Junior band, Deloraine High School musicians and dancing demonstrations from Dance Connections.

Traditional exhibitions and competitions – Wood-chopping, Livestock, Heavy Horse and Home Industries – will be big crowd pullers along with the equestrian events in the Main Arena.

There will be plenty of parking and gates open at 9am. Entry for adults is $12, children $5 & under 5 year olds are free.