It was a big weekend for the local community as the Echuca Moama Show took place on Saturday, November 8 and Sunday, November 9.
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With a jam-packed schedule, visitors had plenty of activities to enjoy, with something for everyone.
Secretary Anthea Mathers said the event was one of the most successful in recent years.
“Entries were all up across the board this year,” she said.
“It’s been one of our strongest shows in a few years.
“We’re all feeling pretty satisfied actually with the overall outcome; it certainly has made a big difference having a few more in our committee.
“The more people we have on our committee, the more things we can offer at our show.”
As attendees wandered throughout the grounds, they were entertained by local talent such as the Echuca Federal Band, Rich River Calisthenics and the Locky Ukers.
The pavilion was full to the brim, with well over 1000 exhibition entries on display.
Entrants vied for the top spot in the Keith and Eunice Hart Perpetual Bake Off, the Christmas tree competition, schools’ scarecrows and the new photography challenge.
Animal lovers also had a huge presence on the day, with the greatest showing of dairy goats this year and a strong turnout in the poultry section.
In the world of sheep, a local shearer ran shearing demonstrations and a wool display was on show outside the pavilion.
A major highlight of the weekend was the pet parade, with about 20 to 30 participants — the highest number in the show’s history.
For the first time, the committee awarded a Junior Rural Ambassador, which aimed to highlight young excellence in agriculture.
This year’s winner was a 16-year-old boy from Bearii, who brought in highland cattle he had been breeding.
Visitors also enjoyed various other activities, including puppet shows, slime workshops, cookie decorating, light painting portraits, mini golf, the ute show and more.
Ms Mathers extended her thanks to all those who were involved in bringing the show together.
“A super big thank you to our sponsors and our volunteers, and also the community groups who supported us this year,” she said.
“We’re looking forward to bigger and better things for our 150th year, and we’re really encouraging our local community groups to come down and join in on the fun.”