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- Supported by the Exeter Show Committee
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EXETER SHOW
WHEN: Saturday, February 25
Gates open: 9am-4pm
Entry prices: Adults $ 12, Concession $10, Children 5-16 years $5, Family (2A, 2C) $30
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It’s not uncommon to hear people refer to the Exeter show as a “beauty”.
Not just because there’s a reasonable entry charge and all the activities for adults and children are free once inside (with the exclusion of sideshow alley), but because it boasts some of the best sporting contests in the State.
Exeter Show Committee president Trevor Clark is particularly proud of what has been achieved in the equestrian section this year.
“Not only has Elaine Gee revamped the programme and attracted a 60 percent increase in horse entries, but our committee and Sheep Dog Association have invested $15,000 to re-fence around the football oval, not only adding to safety but really adding to the aesthetics of the showjumping which will be a highlight on Saturday.
The bigger equestrian programme means that it will be held over two days, with all the led classes, showcasing nine different breeds, to be held on Sunday.
But the sporting action does not stop there.
On Saturday wood choppers of the calibre of David Foster, Matthew Gurr and Dale Beams will be sending the woodchips flying while the Tamar Valley volunteer fire brigades will hold their junior championships (10am-12am).
The Exeter Show officially opens on Saturday at 12.15pm, with Royal Agricultural Show Society CEO Scott Gadd outlining the challenges and success stories of local shows, followed by a grand parade not to be missed.
Live music this year will be courtesy the popular band On Again - look for them in front of the football pavilion which will house the Tresca Art Exhibition of more than 50 fabulous local artworks.
When hunger strikes there are plenty of great choices, from Nigel’s famous pork and chicken sausages or a Freelands prime steak, to the old fashioned and delicious country luncheon, where the fresh sandwiches and home-made scones, jam and cream are legendary.
And best of all for those with children the cricket oval is filled with free activities - from the huge jumping castle and fun tunnel to train rides and face painting.
The kids, big and small, will love word-leading Lego maker Ken Draiger and his brick display, East Coast Reptiles with some slithering friends and Billy Jack the magician.
MORE REASONS TO SHOW UP AT THE SHOW
- Vintage car and truck display
- Ben Milbourne (Ben’s Menu) with food tasting and the Chef’s Toolbox display
- Cattle display and first ever prime lamb competition judged by Michael Grant
- Tamar Sea Patrol and SES demonstrations
- Bigger and better animal nursery
- Guess the cans in the ute competition – yes there’s a whole ute full of whole and squashed cans. $1 to guess and have the chance to win $100.
- Lucky spin to win accommodation vouchers at Rosevears Villas, Rydges Hobart, Woolstore Hobart and Glamping at Clarence Pt.