Planning is already underway for the next Bellingen Agricultural Show in May, and becoming a volunteer is a great way to get involved in bringing our diverse community together.
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Lani Carmody, the new sponsorship coordinator for the show, said she's devoting her time and energy because it's "a hugely important community event for the families and farmers".
The show highlights the talents of our community across many varied fields, from needlework to crochet, photography and fine arts, and jams and preserve making.
It also includes competition in many categories for farmers and their livestock, horse riders, wood choppers and even mongrel dogs and partner-carrying.
There's a mix of new talent and experienced staff on hand, all eagerly looking forward to arranging the 2020 event.
However, they are still in need of help in a few areas.
Whether you're a lifelong resident of the shire, or new to the area, volunteering to participate is a way to donate your skills and experience plus get to know your neighbours.
Positions still to be filled for the upcoming show are:
- Leaders for: Photography, Partner Carrying Competition, Young Farmers Challenge, Attractions, and Information Booth
- Support persons for: Grants Officer, Minor Sponsorship and Advertiser, and Entertainment
- Safety officer & support person for WH&S
- Data entry people over the week of the show
- Site manager support people over the week of the show
If you'd like to get involved with this fabulous community event, please join us at our next planning meeting on Friday November 22 at 4.30pm.
We'll be gathering in the Luncheon Pavilion at the Bellingen Showgrounds, on the corner of Black and Hammond Streets, Bellingen.
