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CELEBIATIG150 IFIES INSTITUTE OF LAND AND FOOD RESOURCES I/II I NM: R,111 Of M ELBOU RN E For course information freecall 1800 815 803 41 u s ra/ia 2 Herald Sun OFFICIAL ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW GUIDE JEFF KENNETT Premier of Victoria HIS year viticultural excellence and enhancing our marks a sig- reputation as a leader in research and T nificant development in the farming section. w The 1998 Royal Melbourne Show will not milestone for the only highlight innovation, but emphasise Royal Agricultural tradition to delight visitors from across Society and its role Victoria and around Australia. in the development of Victoria. It is 150 years since the Society's It is gratifying that the mix of city and formation and the staging of the first Royal country influences that make up the Show are as relevant and enjoyable today as they Melbourne Show — a ploughing match at were 150 years ago and will remain so for the Moonee Ponds that turned into one of next 150 years. SIR JAMES GOBBO Victoria's institutions. Govenor of Victoria During the 11 days of the Show there will The Show and the Society have played an be something for everyone to enjoy, so integral role in Victoria's development as a welcome to Melbourne and the biggest event centre for agricultural, horticultural and in Victoria. Enjoy. O HOWTIME is a special time in Melbourne, as the beginning of Spring heralds an annual event which holds a special place in S the hearts of Victorians. BOB POTTER For 11 days, the Royal Melbourne Show will become the centre President, Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria stage for showcasing the best across all aspects of agriculture, commerce and art and craft. HE 1998 Barn Tours will take place through the This will be a landmark year for the Royal Melbourne Show as its Royal Mel- hugely-popular Animal Pavilions, plus there will be the ever-popular Wonderful World of organisers, the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria Limited, bourne T Pets with a new mini-beast display. commemorate 150 years of promoting excellence in agriculture. Show marks 150 The Whisky Hill Wool Shed will excite From the early ploughing match held in 1848 on Moonee Ponds, years of Showing in the imagination of young and old alike with the Royal Melbourne Show has grown to become the largest event in Victoria and we our State. its shearing shed of a bygone age complete have some wonder- with billy tea, poets and balladeers spreading For Victorians and our visitors, the Royal Melbourne Show ful entertainment and displays to cel- their love of the bush. provides exciting insights into our industries and commerce. As ebrate this landmark anniversary. "Future Harvest" is a new exhibition Governor of Victoria, I welcome everyone to the 140th Royal Main Arena activities include Ben Hur- Melbourne Show. illustrating what the 21st century could have w style chariot racing, the Holden Precision in store for farmers. It is the place where country and city come together, and it Driving Team, tent pegging and Grand represents the culmination of the year in agriculture and agricultural Nature's Way will be featured again where Parades, culminating each evening with a actual births can be seen — much to the business with a total of 122 regional shows leading into the Royal spectacular Fireworks Extravaganza. delight (and education) of youngsters. Melbourne Show. There will be world-class Showjumping There are more than 32,000 competitive Generations of Victorians have fond memories of trips to the Show with the World Cup Qualifying at night on entries covering every variety of animal. 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EXTRAVAGANZA state — the Royal Melbourne T Show — starts Victoria's The Royal Show Horticulture at the Show annual celebration of agricultural exhibit now fills three sites with all excellence, entertainment and com- the splendor of Victoria's horticul- NO matter which way you turn at merce from next week. tural industry. the Royal Melbourne Show, For 11 days, the Showgrounds in Visitors to the new Whisky Hill there's always a fun and exciting Ascot Vale come alive as around Wool Shed (formerly Centenary attraction nearby. 750,000 visitors taste, Hall) will go back in During the 11 Show days, the touch and experience a time to Australia's grounds become home to huge variety of attrac- colonial days. The hundreds of acts, shows, dancers, tions. shed features a magicians, clowns and various attractions. The Show has some- shearer's camp with thing for every member 4*- The Main Arena this year will shearing demon- of the family — thrill- be abuzz with action, especially at strations using mod- ing rides, street theatre, • night. Highlights include the ern and traditional Holden Precision Driving Team, showbags, animals of all shapes and sizes, shearing equipment. Chariot Racing, the Big Blokes The Wool Shed Ballet (earthmovers!), fireworks horticulture, education, will be filled with the and tent pegging. Main Arena entertain- ment and hundreds of competitive voices of poets and balladeers recit- The ever-popular Dugdale judging classes and events, from ing their unique blend of Australian Theatre is well known for its literature. And a story teller will crowd-pleasing performers, and making jam to wood chopping. the Streets Lawn Stage will On show will be almost 1200 beef bring history alive for children of all feature top acts. cattle, 5500 horses and 5200 dogs, ages with tales about life as an early settler. The Human Cannonball and Pig plus several thousand dairy cattle, Racing return to the Woodchop cage birds, cavies, rabbits, sheep, And no Show would be complete Lawn while on the Eat Well, Live alpacas, cats, poultry and domestic without the huge selection of show- Well, Family Entertainment pets. bags. Lawn, Ferret Racing, Alf Dundy Several pavilions have been set This year's Show will be one to and a Hole-in-One competition aside for children and parents to remember. No wonder it's known as will be features. observe and touch the many cute and the biggest event in the event state. Green Day Out — Wednesday, SHOW DET September 23 Theme days ADMISSION: We all know the value of recycling and its Adults $14 Farm Sunday — September 20 healthy impact on the environment. With this in Children $7 (5-14 inclusive) mind, the Royal Melbourne Show will stage its Family $35 (2 adults, 2 children) own Green Day Out, held on September 23. On The Main Arena of the Showgrounds comes Concession $10 alive on Farm Sunday when it is invaded by all this special day, from the moment patrons come manner of farming activities of today and through the turnstiles, they will be swamped with Groups (10 or more) $11 adults, $5 yesteryear. Witness the beaut ute competition, ideas on how they can do their bit for the children hay sheaf tossing, whip cracking and sheepdog environment by recycling. The Green Day Out First day (Sept 17) $7 all visitors exhibitions to name a few. will feature a celebrity recycling sorting race and GATES: many specialist displays in Plummer Avenue to Open 9am to 10pm daily, Sunday Magic 693 Super Seniors Day — answer every "green" query. September 27 Tuesday, September 22 close 8.30pm Eat Well, Live Well Fabulous Food PARKING: Super Seniors Day at the Royal Melbourne Show Friday — September 25 Flemington is a must for every senior member of the racecourse community.