Plans Underway For Upcoming Ingham Show

Preparations are well underway for this year’s highly anticipated Ingham Show. Organisers are working hard to finalise attractions, entertainment, and logistics to ensure another successful event.

This years show will be held on Thursday 26th & Friday 27th of June and as always, the show will feature popular competitions and displays, including horse jumping, cattle judging, wood chopping, poultry exhibitions, caged birds, and dog events. A family favourite, the animal nursery, will also return, giving children the chance to interact with a variety of friendly farm animals.

While many of the traditional events will be back, organisers are still in the process of securing additional entertainment.

“We will have a new source of entertainment. We try to get something different each year for centre ring,” said Ingham Show Secretary Sharan Kelley.

“We don't want the same thing year after year, a lot of people like motorbikes, but we try to get something different.”

One of the biggest challenges in putting together the event is securing enough volunteers.

The show committee is calling on community members to lend a hand in the week leading up to the event to help with setup, including preparing school displays, mounting photography exhibitions, and assisting with various needs.

Volunteers are also needed during the show to help with cattle and horse events, as well as general operations.

Those who volunteer will be rewarded with free entry to the show and provided with meals while they work.

Despite the challenges, organisers remain optimistic about the show’s success. After last year’s difficulties with wet weather and ground conditions, they are hopeful for smoother preparations this time around.

“We are looking forward to this years show,” said President Wayne Fordin.

“It's always hard, but then once things start to come together, it just flows on.”

With just three months remaining, plenty of work still lies ahead, including fencing repairs, setting up power and water, and preparing the grounds to be in top shape.

However, as everything starts to come together, the reward is seeing the community come together to enjoy the show.

The committee welcomes anyone interested in joining as a volunteer or committee member. Monthly meetings provide an opportunity to contribute ideas and help plan the event, with fresh perspectives always encouraged.

Community involvement is key to keeping this tradition alive, and those passionate about the show are encouraged to get involved. To learn more or lend a hand, reach out to the show committee or attend the next planning meeting.