Faith-Ellie, Lilly-Anna and Ivy-Ella Stevenson with their decorated sheep.
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The ClubMulwala Yarrawonga Mulwala Agricultural Show made its much-awaited return on the weekend to the delight of locals and tourists.
Winners in the Ridden Hunter Pony Under 12s Ebonie, Haylee and Kristy.
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Spring weather turned up, new events attracted members of the community and tourists alike and children of all ages combined to make this year’s show a great success on the last Friday and Saturday of the Victorian school holidays.
Cate Knuckey on the Smartest in Parade winner takes part in the Show Jumping.
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“The Yarrawonga and Border Agricultural and Pastoral Association Inc. would love to give a big shout out to our guests who came to our wonderful show this weekend,” Yarrawonga and Border Show Secretary Sue Jackson said.
Stella and Lola Smith with their dog Rafferty and Chelsea and Jassi with their dog Roy who both took part in the Pet Parade.
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“Friday night was awesome. The families who came through the gate were excited to be back. The screams of delight from those who were game enough to go on the rides and then the oh’s and ah’s at the wonderful ClubMulwala Fireworks were a delight.”
Show Girl winners: Mother/Daughter winners - Cat Simpson with daughters Daphne and Dixie, Miss Teenager - Anastasia Pakusch, Miss Intermediate - Ava Hart, Miss Junior - Natalie Munn and Master Tiny Tots - Jordan Sheahan.
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A big hit with the young and old was the return of the wood chopping and Wild Action Zoo.
Issac was brave in having a large snake draped over his shoulders as part of the Wild Action Zoo.
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The side show alley, handball competition, animal nursery, children’s pavilion, Miss ShowGirl, Dress up parade, pet, bike and scooter parades also entertained the children.
Local ex radio presenter Matt Dowling opened the show.
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“Saturday with the sheep competitions, sheep shearing, animal nursery, Wild Action Zoo, kids activities, grand parade and record number of horse entries was buzzing,” Ms Jackson said.
Faith-Ellie, Lilly-Anna and Ivy-Ella Stevenson from Telford display their winning colouring in entries.
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“We were blown away with the children’s colouring competition and the delight of everyone seeing their items on display was wonderful. We saw some of the best crowds we have had at the show and with the wonderful weather, it was amazing.”
To make an agricultural show a success, many individuals and groups work together to provide the best weekend for the community with Ms Jackson wanting to thank all those that assisted in making the show a great hit.
The Wood Chopping was a big hit.
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“To all our sponsors, a huge thank you. To our volunteers, a huge thank you. And our committee members, you are the best! We love putting on your show and we know our guests had a great time,” Ms Jackson said.
“If you would like to be a part of this team, please come along to our meeting sometime or drop us a line. We can only get better with more help and suggestions.
Winner of the Most unusual markings and best Maine was local Bobby Taylor on Jackson.
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“We have been delighted with this year’s show and we have already begun talking about next year.
“Until next time it's bye from us!”
The sideshow alley and rides were consistently busy as everyone enjoyed the show being back.
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More pictures alongside the Lions Club Wool Show results and sheep pavilion events in next weeks Yarrawonga Chronicle.
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