129th Mansfield Show
Show Wrap up & Results
The 129th Mansfield Show was an outstanding success if the positive comments from around town are anything to go by. “Best show ever” and ‘a great day out” were frequent comments on show day and the week following. A sunny day and a record number of people through the gates on Saturday, November 17 created a family-friendly atmosphere with lots of different activities and attractions for all ages. For the first time Mansfield A & P committee members donned new bright green shirts to stand out in a crowd, making it easier to find someone to help with information.
It was pleasing to see months of hard work finally pay off. Horse entries were up this year and the pavilion was full to bursting with exhibits of all kinds.
Our headline act this year was Ejay Freestyle’s motorcycle and bicycle stunt show. As first timers to the Mansfield Show the riders were warmly welcomed by the crowds.
Competitors in the horse rings got the benefit of recent sand works on the arena to improve the surface. The horse events were popular and provided entertainment with special features including the Show jumping, Stockman’s Challenge and the ever-popular Shetland Derby. The Yarra Glen & Lilydale Hunt Club returned with their hounds and a highlight was the opportunity after their display to feed the dogs. The usual favourites, the Working Duck Demonstration and the Sheep Shearing display were crowd pleasers.
Away from the animals, sideshow alley attracted plenty of attention with a variety of rides and showbags, as well as the popular Dagwood Dogs and fairy floss.
The Ed Harris Pavilion saw plenty of foot traffic to admire the talents of many locals and further away, in the various categories. It was pleasing to note the large number of school entries across different sections with the Writing attracting well over 300 entries from our local schools and 1 home schooled student. Val Kirley was the winner of the Bush Poetry category. Show visitors got to hear the bush poems being recited during the day at the Luncheon Pavilion. Once again the floriculture display was a highlight of the pavilion especially after such good spring weather.
The standard of the Photography section made for a fiercely competitive contest. Winner of the Best Open; Jodi Bussell, the Best Novice; Christopher Botbyl and Olivia Monichino the best Secondary Entry.
Winner of VAS Senior Rich Fruit Cake was the ever-competitive Val Kirley; and the VAS Carrot Cake – was Tahlia Middleton showing off the baking skills of the younger generation!
The Poultry Section was well supported with more than 160 classes showcasing some superb birds, including the children’s novelty classes for the loudest, the fluffiest and friendliest fowls. The Cattle Handling and Calf Rearing classes proved popular as well. The Fleece and Sheep sections attracted plenty of high-quality entries.
Pet dogs ruled supreme in the small dog dash and the best presented section, while working dogs thrilled the crowds with their abilities in the Dog High Jump. Foot races and lolly scrabble were enthusiastically embraced by the very young children. The animal nursery was also popular with the younger show goers.
The Young Citizens’ Competitions included a winner in the Junior Ambassador (age 16 – 19) category for Conrice Jacotine who will represent Mansfield at the VAS group final early next year. A big thank you to our new ambassador judge this year, Stuart Bet, who was ably assisted by former Rural Ambassador, Maddie Allen, who also judged the younger categories. Taking out the awards were Hannah Brown (age 8-12) and Maisy Saunders (age 4-7) in the junior sections, with Phoebe Learmonth as Miss Tiny Tot and Lucas Howie as Master Tiny Tot, and Maverick Arnold in the Infants.
The Vehicle and Engine Displays were popular especially during the Grand Parade. A winning float from the Martin’s Garage Grand Parade during the November Festival featuring the lives of local pioneering women was an added attraction at this year’s show. Mansfield Community groups including the SES and first-timers the Girl Guides were able to raise awareness of their activities at their stands.
The 2018 show would not be such a success without the support of the local community of Mansfield ranging from competitors, volunteers, sponsors and visitors. Here’s to making our 130th Mansfield Show in 2018 another event to remember.
# Some results are available on-line with more to come this week.
It was pleasing to see months of hard work finally pay off. Horse entries were up this year and the pavilion was full to bursting with exhibits of all kinds.
Our headline act this year was Ejay Freestyle’s motorcycle and bicycle stunt show. As first timers to the Mansfield Show the riders were warmly welcomed by the crowds.
Competitors in the horse rings got the benefit of recent sand works on the arena to improve the surface. The horse events were popular and provided entertainment with special features including the Show jumping, Stockman’s Challenge and the ever-popular Shetland Derby. The Yarra Glen & Lilydale Hunt Club returned with their hounds and a highlight was the opportunity after their display to feed the dogs. The usual favourites, the Working Duck Demonstration and the Sheep Shearing display were crowd pleasers.
Away from the animals, sideshow alley attracted plenty of attention with a variety of rides and showbags, as well as the popular Dagwood Dogs and fairy floss.
The Ed Harris Pavilion saw plenty of foot traffic to admire the talents of many locals and further away, in the various categories. It was pleasing to note the large number of school entries across different sections with the Writing attracting well over 300 entries from our local schools and 1 home schooled student. Val Kirley was the winner of the Bush Poetry category. Show visitors got to hear the bush poems being recited during the day at the Luncheon Pavilion. Once again the floriculture display was a highlight of the pavilion especially after such good spring weather.
The standard of the Photography section made for a fiercely competitive contest. Winner of the Best Open; Jodi Bussell, the Best Novice; Christopher Botbyl and Olivia Monichino the best Secondary Entry.
Winner of VAS Senior Rich Fruit Cake was the ever-competitive Val Kirley; and the VAS Carrot Cake – was Tahlia Middleton showing off the baking skills of the younger generation!
The Poultry Section was well supported with more than 160 classes showcasing some superb birds, including the children’s novelty classes for the loudest, the fluffiest and friendliest fowls. The Cattle Handling and Calf Rearing classes proved popular as well. The Fleece and Sheep sections attracted plenty of high-quality entries.
Pet dogs ruled supreme in the small dog dash and the best presented section, while working dogs thrilled the crowds with their abilities in the Dog High Jump. Foot races and lolly scrabble were enthusiastically embraced by the very young children. The animal nursery was also popular with the younger show goers.
The Young Citizens’ Competitions included a winner in the Junior Ambassador (age 16 – 19) category for Conrice Jacotine who will represent Mansfield at the VAS group final early next year. A big thank you to our new ambassador judge this year, Stuart Bet, who was ably assisted by former Rural Ambassador, Maddie Allen, who also judged the younger categories. Taking out the awards were Hannah Brown (age 8-12) and Maisy Saunders (age 4-7) in the junior sections, with Phoebe Learmonth as Miss Tiny Tot and Lucas Howie as Master Tiny Tot, and Maverick Arnold in the Infants.
The Vehicle and Engine Displays were popular especially during the Grand Parade. A winning float from the Martin’s Garage Grand Parade during the November Festival featuring the lives of local pioneering women was an added attraction at this year’s show. Mansfield Community groups including the SES and first-timers the Girl Guides were able to raise awareness of their activities at their stands.
The 2018 show would not be such a success without the support of the local community of Mansfield ranging from competitors, volunteers, sponsors and visitors. Here’s to making our 130th Mansfield Show in 2018 another event to remember.
# Some results are available on-line with more to come this week.
| resultsplacesrpt.pdf |
