The longest-running show in the southern hemisphere will be held over two days from Friday June 3.

The Campbell Town Show may be Tasmania’s primary sheep and wool show, but it offers so much more than the usual country charm and activities. 

The show which is now in its 178^th year is again gearing up to pull out all the stops from the cropping and prime lamb competitions to learning to knit and a whole host of kids activities over the two days. 

Publicity officer for the show, Jo Dowling said she was excited for another great event that brings the community together. 

"It's something that, as a community, we're incredibly proud of . . . It's run by volunteers at a time when people just don't have much time, so the fact that it still exists is a credit to the people who remain committed," she said.

"It's an important event for a number of reasons. It's the oldest running show in the southern hemisphere, it's a reflection of our agricultural community, and it's run by volunteers from the rural community who are giving back to the Campbell Town community, sharing and celebrating what we can do in the Midlands."

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This years fashion parade will be held Saturday at 11am & 2.00pm, with collections from the Tasmanian Wool Centre in Ross, Cloth in  Launceston and Australian Wool Innovations  There will also be a scenes provided by Sports ski wear Ortovox and Timeless Elegance Evening Wear.

Over both days the Exhibition hall will host knitting tutorials for all ages, run by Bridget Walch who was also responsible for the yarn bombing of Campbell Town main street. 

Children will have plenty to see and do with activities from PYCY, jumping castles, face painting and flying paws dog circus. 

David Rockliffe will be be providing the entertainment on Saturday as the Singing Farmer for the first time at the show.

This unique show is also well known in the world of agriculture as “the longest continually run show in the British Commonwealth” and Tasmania’s only Sheep Show.

Although steeped in tradition, the present day show keeps abreast of current interests and attractions. This can be observed in the two day event which provides displays and competition in a wide and varied programme. Commercial competitions and a focus on sustainable agriculture and lifestyle are a strong feature.

The Commercial Sheep Competitions, Sheep Dog Trials, Junior Sheep Judging, Shearing Exhibitions, Pet Parade, Trade Exhibits and Children’s Entertainment are included in the full two day event. 

The show will run for two days from June 3. Tickets are priced at $10 per Adult and $5 per Child. Gates open at 9am. 

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