Gunnedah Show Society in Gunnedah, New South Wales | Community organisation

Gunnedah Show Society

Locality: Gunnedah, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6742 1867

Address: Gunnedah Showground 2380 Gunnedah, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.gunnedahshowsociety.com.au/

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23.01.2022 This year has gotten us all a bit down in many ways. Although through these hard times, it's all been happening at the Showground! Major renovations across the site are: Ring light towers replaced... Announcement/speaker system replaced Griffiths Pavilion kitchen upgraded New amenities building near Animal Nursery Grandstand toilets upgraded including disabled access Five new covered table and chairs around the ring Toilet block near Sideshow Alley upgraded New Rodeo Arena and yards still under construction Grandstand upstairs railing replaced We would like to extend a massive gratitude to the NSW Government and the Gunnedah Shire Council for funding together with Stronger Country Communities. Without these generous contributions the upgrades would not be possible. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to an extremely memorable Show in 2021! Julie Shields - Show Society Photographer

23.01.2022 https://www.nvi.com.au//cream-of-the-crop-local-wheat-co/

23.01.2022 WE HAVE LIGHTS!!! Thanks to funding from the ‘Stronger Country Communities Fund’, NSW State Government and Gunnedah Shire Council.

23.01.2022 Good luck to all the competitors tomorrow at the Annual Spring Hack Show! Thank you to NENWSHA for hosting this amazing event. https://www.facebook.com/NENWSHA/

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our District Winners and Entrants of this years’ Annual ASC/Suncorp Bank Dryland Wheat and Durum Wheat Competition. A huge thank you to our Wheat Convenor Mark Goddard and our Judge Billy Manning for your time and support in running our District event, a great opportunity for the Show Society to showcase our amazing farmers’! Dryland Wheat Results 1st Richard Hudson of ‘Tivoli’ 2nd Sam Heathcote of ‘Warrawong’... 3rd Chris Mammen of ‘Gibralter’ Tied for 4th Michael Maunder of ‘Gooriaba’ and Rob Davidson of ‘Merrivale Partnership’ Highly Commended James Vince of ‘Lambrook’ and Andrew Thibault of ‘Sandown’ Dryland Durum Wheat Results 1st Don Hubbard of ‘South Wandobah’ 2nd Ross Duram of ‘Nombi’ 3rd James Vince of ‘Lambrook’ 4th Malcom and Ruth Payne of ‘Marllee Springs’ Highly Commended Richard Hudson of ‘Tivoil’ Thank you again for entering your crops and for making your time available to show us your crops on judging day. Good luck with your harvests!

21.01.2022 Have you booked in for the Gunnedah Community Concert happening THIS FRIDAY? The back drops have been painted, the musicians are practising, the costumes are co...ming out, the fireworks are going to be awesome! Time to hop off the harvester, grab a friend, your family, your picnic rug & some munchies ....just remember to book those (free) tickets! Book in here :

21.01.2022 OCTOBER - NO SHOW SCARECROW - COMPETITION Even thou we had to cancel our show this year, the Gunnedah show spirit is alive and well. The show is so much more than an event; it’s a community of volunteers, sponsors, competitors, and locals who love attending every year. We’ll be back with the real show in the future, but in the meantime, we’ll make do with our 'No Show Scarecrow' visual reminder throughout the month of October.... In the spirit of keeping the show alive, Gunnedah Show Society will be supporting the Agricultural Show Council ‘No Show Scarecrow’ campaign and are inviting our community to take part in our local competition for Schools, Shop Front Window Displays, Residential, Rural and Zone 5 Pony Clubs. How to enter: Build your scarecrow, Display and email your photographs to [email protected] and publish on social media, remembering to tag in both @ASCofNSW @gunnedahshowsociety and use the hashtags #noshowscarecrow #gunnedahnoshowscarecrow We are looking forward to seeing your scarecrows and we hope to see our town alive with visual reminders of the vibrant show spirit with colourful, creative displays. For further details please see attached Information flyers or contact the Gunnedah Show Society on 6742 1867

21.01.2022 Gunnedah Times has arrived at Gunnedah Newsagency! Grab a copy of the paper and meet the Gunnedah Times team at its Conadilly Street office for coffee and cake ...from 8.30am You can purchase a copy of the paper, which costs $1.80, at the Gunnedah Times office at 201 Conadilly Street, Gunnedah, during business hours OR: Gunnedah Newsagency Mornington Butchery View Street Takeaway Lowes BP Petrol Station Ampol (formerly Caltex) Petrol Station Railway Hotel Bottleshop Curlewis Store Mullaley Post Office Carroll Store Boggabri Newsagency Country Capital Newsagency, Peel St. Tamworth John, Ann and the team at Gunnedah Newsagency can also arrange subscriptions to readers in the Gunnedah district.

20.01.2022 Yards are up and the weather is looking good for a great weekend at the Gunnedah Working Dog Trials. BIG thank you to Bill Shubert, Stuart Swain, Chris Mammen & Ian Gardner for the use of your portable sheep yards and for our hard working team of volunteers for your work today! Thank you to our SPONSORS: Sutcliffe Transport (02) 6742 2095 - Elders Gunnedah www.eldersrural.com.au - JBR Rural www.jbr.net.au - Jacob & Anderson www.jacobanderson.com.au - McArthur Legal Services www.mcarthurlegalservices.com.au - Nutrien Livestock Tamworth (Landmark) Nutrien Livestock Tamworth - Taminda Wool Trader (02) 6762 4031 - Tyrepower Gunnedah www.tyrepowergunnedah.com.au #gunnedahworkingdogtrials #gunnedahshowsociety

19.01.2022 We are always here to lend an ear.

15.01.2022 Thank you to all that helped make the 2020 Gunnedah Working Dog Trials a HUGE SUCCESS! This year we had over 200 competitors, almost 1000 head of sheep and great weather. What more could you want... THANK YOU to our wonderful Volunteers - Sponsors - Judges Competitors - Gunnedah Campdraft Club for suppling a terrific canteen - Bill Shubert, Stuart Swain, Chris Mammen & Ian Gardner for the use of your portable sheep yards - Ed Wall and Sutcliffe Transport for cartage and of ...course our sheep, Ed Wall & Rob Witts for the use of your beautiful Marino ewes. THIS YEAR'S 2020 RESULTS Local - Judge Nick Foster Sponsored by Jacob and Anderson & Tyrepower Gunnedah 1st. Mark McCormack Cap 2nd. Cath Law Mandy 3rd. Christopher Mammen Max ENCOURAGER- Judge Nick Foster Sponsored by Jacob and Anderson & Tyrepower Gunnedah 1st. James Kennedy Frank 2nd. Logan Boswell Toothless 3rd. Amanda Scrivenor Dude BEGINNERS- Judge Nick Foster Sponsored by Jacob and Anderson & Tyrepower Gunnedah 1st. Logan Boswell & Toothless 2nd. Amanda Scrivenor & Dude 3rd. Emily Wall & Duke 3rd. Cath Law & Mandy MAIDEN- Judge Greg Thomas Sponsored by Sutcliffe Transport 1st. Maurice Metherell & Mick 2nd. Tony Overton & Coogar 3rd. Robert Cox & Pop NOVICE- Judge Sarah Mortimer Sponsored by McArthur Legal Services 1st. Dan Camilleri & Trick 2nd. Nick Foster & Scorcha 3rd. Greg Thomas & Barry IMPROVER- Judge Tony Overton Sponsored by Nutrien Livestock Tamworth & Taminda Wool 1st. Sarah Mortimer & Suzi 2nd. Brendan Butler & Tom 3rd. Dan Camilleri &Trick OPEN- Judge Rob Hollis Sponsored by James Bradford Rural and Elders Gunnedah 1st. Tony Overton & Tess =2nd. Nick Foster & Cracka =2nd. Robert Cox & Trigger 4th. Brendan Butler & Roy Boy Gunnedah Working Dog Trails 2020 SPONSORS: CopRice www.coprice.com.au - Sutcliffe Transport (02) 6742 2095 - Elders Gunnedah www.eldersrural.com.au - JBR Rural www.jbr.net.au - Jacob & Anderson www.jacobanderson.com.au - McArthur Legal Services www.mcarthurlegalservices.com.au - Nutrien Livestock Tamworth (Landmark) Nutrien Livestock Tamworth - Taminda Wool Trader (02) 6762 4031 - Tyrepower Gunnedah www.tyrepowergunnedah.com.au #gunnedahworkingdogtrials #gunnedahshowsociety

15.01.2022 NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL DAY The Farmer The Pearl of Them All, by Murray Hartin Australia is chock-full of champions... And history will keep safe their names We share moments of proud men and women Who have climbed to the top of their game, They provide us with great inspiration But if I may make a very big call If the aim is to recognise champions I think The Farmer’s the Pearl of Them All. See the tough game he’s in never ends And the playing field’s often quite rough You need wet stuff to fill up the rain gauge Talent and hope aren’t enough Resilience plays a huge factor Without it the greatest may fall And our champion has got it in spades The Farmer, The Pearl of Them All Plus courage to push through the hard times You need it to last on the land While the Rain Gods can smile on you sweetly Control can still slip from your hands Too much is as bad as too little A flood rocks him right to the core But he mops up and continues the battle The Farmer, The Pearl of Them All Sometimes there are knee-jerk reactions From those who are desperate for votes Who pretend to be well-versed in matters But wouldn’t know chick peas from oats While he tries to make sense of this madness That again puts his back to the wall Each day he heads out to the paddock The Farmer, The Pearl of Them All Dairies are forced into closure, Imports have taken their toll, Red tape and taxes are killers, He gets butchered by Woolies and Coles, Drought aid is too little too late There are no pro-active plans on the floor Yet they never ask him for solutions, The Farmer The Pearl of Them All. His comrades all share his frustration, Be it vegetables, fish or fruit trees, These growers just want common sense, They’re really not that hard to please, Sprayers, contractors and drivers, He speaks on behalf of them all But the Pollies just turn a blind eye To The Farmer The Pearl of Them All. Look, it’s not all bad luck and crook seasons When the planets align life is sweet He knows when he gets a fair go His produce is real hard to beat He’ll knock the froth off a couple of cold ones And most likely have a few more To celebrate the life he has chosen The Farmer The Pearl of Them All And that’s why we’re all here tonight It’s what National Ag Day’s about To give hope to all folk on the land If they won’t listen we’ll stand up and shout For bushies love getting together, Just whistle, they’ll soon hear the call And gather to honour their brethren The Farmers The Pearls of Them All So next time the talk turns to heroes A subject of much great debate And you discuss who befits such a title Spare a thought for our battling mate In the history of all things Australian He has well-earned the right to walk tall So please raise a glass to our champion The Farmer The Pearl of Them All. Inspired by Will Ogilvie’s classic poem ‘The Pearl of Them All’.

13.01.2022 Day 2 of the 2020 Gunnedah Working Dog Trials is underway. We had a great day yesterday with some very well trained dogs and handlers. Great atmosphere. It’s great to see some activity at the Showground. Anyone is welcome to drop in and take a look. Canteen available thanks to Gunnedah Campdraft. Thanks to our sponsors. #gunnedahworkingdogtrials

13.01.2022 Have you seen our posters popping up around town? We hope so :) We think they are a beautiful reminder of our Spirit of Christmas Shop Local Promotion that is n...ow running with over 70 businesses participating! That means that if you shop in a participating business from 1st October 2020 - 18th December 2020 and spend over $20, you receive an entry into our weekly prize draw along with our major prize which will be drawn on the 18th December 2020. Weekly prizes have been donated by our local businesses and our major prize is an MG3 car (pictured in our poster below) and is one of the biggest prizes the Chamber of Commerce has ever given away! We would love for you to be a part of our campaign and contribute to our local community! Post a photo below of where you have done some Christmas shopping in Gunnedah this year :) Happy shopping! xx #shopgunnedah #gunnedah #supportlocal #shoplocal #localbusiness #gunnedahchamberofcommerce #mg3

12.01.2022 THANK YOU to Ian, Emily, Chris and Working Dog Trials Team for organising this years Trials - To our amazing Sponsors and to this years entrants! With all your support, this years Working Dog Trails will be a HUGE SUCCESS! See you Saturday bright and early Elders Gunnedah www.eldersrural.com.au - JBR Rural www.jbr.net.au - Jacob & Anderson www.jacobanderson.com.au - McArthur Legal Services www.mcarthurlegalservices.com.au - Nutrien Livestock Tamworth (Landmark) Nutrien Livestock Tamworth - Sutcliffe Transport (02) 6742 2095- Taminda Wool Trader (02) 6762 4031 - Tyrepower Gunnedah www.tyrepowergunnedah.com.au #gunnedahworkingdogtrials #gunnedahshowsociety

12.01.2022 Congratulation to New England & North West Show Horse Association and competitors on successful hack show. We look forward to having you back in the new year!

10.01.2022 Thank you Brett for sharing a great photo/memory from 1975ish at the Gunnedah Show. The one and only Humphrey B Bear!!

09.01.2022 NO SHOW SCARECROW OCTOBER 2020 - Keeping the show alive! #gunnedahnoshowscarecrow #NoShowScarecrow #gunnedahshowsociety Agricultural Societies Council of NSW Ltd Gunnedah Show Society

09.01.2022 Thank you Caroline for representing the Gunnedah Show Society today in presenting Carinya's Yrs 5-8 students with their First Prize Certificate and Ribbon in the #noshowscarecrow Middle School Class Competition. Amelie the fully sustainable scarecrow, made from only recycled goods, held up through the huge down pours we have had lately. Great Job Kids!!

08.01.2022 Winners are grinners! Congratulations to the winners of our #NoShowScarecrow Colouring in Competition: 5-8 Years 1st Ayla Yiggman... 2nd Madden 3rd Hannah 9-12 Years 1st Sallie 2nd Nash Groth 3rd Paige Highly Commended Alexis Highly Commended Lachlan Goodworth Highly Commended Benjamin Highly Commended Elsie Please collect from the show office on Wednesday 18th of November from 9am to 3pm or phone 0267421867. Thank you for supporting the Show Society

07.01.2022 Thank you to Phil and the Team at Peel Valley Machinery Service for your Awesome 'No Show Scarecrow' Entry!! Gunnedah community keeping the show alive... @ Agricultural Societies Council of NSW Ltd @gunnedahshowsociety #noshowscarecrow #gunnedahnoshowscarecrow

07.01.2022 The Gunnedah Working Dog Trials are coming up on the 10th and 11th of October. Unfortunately we are unable to hold the Arena 3 Sheep Trial this year due to upgrades being made to the campdraft yards and arena. We look forward to seeing everyone at our Yard Dog Trial. Please see attached the Program and Conditions of Entry.

05.01.2022 Another great effort by one of our local schools, 'Gunnedah South Public School', CONGRATULATIONS to Kindy K6R - Yr2 - Yr3 - Yr4 & Yr5 for your Awesome No Show Scarecrows. You have helped keep the Show alive!

03.01.2022 Lest we forget...

03.01.2022 CONGRATULATION to the Winners of our #NoShowScarecrow competition. Residential - George the Scarecrow (Stewart Grandchildren) Rural - That's how we roll in the country (Melick Family) Primary School - TBA Middle School - Amelia Fully Sustainable (Carinya Middle School)... High School - TBA Shop Display - Peel Valley (Jones Family) Thank you again to every one that participated and helped keep the spirit of the show alive!!