2021 excursion planner Queensland’s largest classroom!

The Ekka is Queensland’s largest classroom, with Using This Guide more than 30,000 children inspired, educated and entertained each year at the Show. The icons listed are designed to help you understand the type of displays, exhibits and It’s vital the next generation understands that demonstrations available at the Ekka. everything starts with agriculture, from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. That’s why the Ekka Hands on is committed to providing first class educational Your students have the opportunity activities and facilities in the lead-up to and during to get hands-on at these interactive the Show. displays or activities. As you are aware, last year we made the decision Listen to cancel the 2020 Ekka for only the third time in Students can listen in on live our history due to the unprecedented impacts of demonstrations. COVID-19. After a very challenging year, we are delighted to be working hard to bring your school Look plenty of educational activities to enhance your Students can view both static and students’ learning. live displays, competitions and This guide has been designed to assist with your demonstrations. excursion planning. The Ekka has more than 10,000 animals to see, six learning trail points and Before your excursion, check out the ‘Whats On’ many interactive hands-on activities to nurture and daily guide on the Ekka website to see specific times cultivate learning. to create your itinerary. For more teaching resources leading up to the Ekka, Contact Us please visit our website www.ekka.com.au/education. Please contact Dimity Vowles at education@ekka. com.au if you have any questions regarding your We hope you and your students have a fantastic day Ekka excursion. at Ekka 2021.

1 Excursion planner 2021 Queensland’s largest classroom! Tickets COVID Safe Measures The Ekka will be held from Saturday 7 to Sunday 15 We are continuing to work closely with Queensland August, 2021. Health on staging this year’s show in line with their recommendations. Key COVID Safe measures School group rates include: include: • Primary and secondary student rate is $16.00 per person • One (1) free adult/teacher with every five (5) è Refund flexibility students purchased (Prep – Year 12) $ • If additional adult/teacher passes are required, they are at a discounted rate of $20.00 per person Increased high touch cleaning School Groups must be pre-booked. To arrange your school excursion to the Ekka, please complete the online school excursion booking form. Hand sanitiser stations We are facilitating increased flexibility in our ticketing in 2021. If the Ekka is cancelled due to COVID-19, a full refund policy will apply to all tickets purchased.

Final numbers required by Friday 16 July. Digital tickets No payment required until Wednesday 28 July.

To receive your tickets and information pack, payment is required prior to your excursion. Once payment is received, we will email you your school Contact tracing if required ticket which has one barcode to scan at the gate.

The RNA encourages students with special needs to attend the Ekka. To assist schools in being able to provide adequate care for their students, the RNA Schools will be notified of our final COVID Safe admits Carers free of charge (up to a maximum of measures once finalised by Queensland Health one (1) carer per child). closer to the Show.

2 Excursion planner 2021 TRANSPORT

Gate O’CONNELL TERRACE Gate

5 4 B R O O K E S T R E E T D A O R E G D I R B N E W O B STUD SALES STOCK PAVILION RING

NORCO SHED

MI-FEED PAVILION ARRIVALS STOCKMAN’S REST HORSE PAVILION

XXXX MACHINERY HILL STOCKMEN’S BAR & GRILL

SIDESHOW ALLEY HORSE STALLS

STAND GREGORY TERRACE COURIER MAIL JOHN MACDONALD SHOWBAG PAVILION Gate E X H B I TO I N S T R E E T Gate MAIN ARENA 3 MEMBER’S 6 STAND

ERNEST SIDESHOW ALLEY BAYNES BLACKHAWK STAND CANINE PAVILION

BUILDING 8 DEPARTURES A L E X A N D R I A L A N E WOODCHOP ARENA JOHN REID KIDS RACQ ANIMAL GOURMET PAVILION CARNIVAL NURSERY PLAZA Gate CHANNEL SEVEN PAVILION (L1) 7 K I N G S T R E E T FLOWER AND GARDEN KIDS EKKA CARNIVAL PRECINCT (GND) RYDGES HOTEL EMPORIUM

AGRICULTURAL HALL Gate PRESENTED BY SEQWATER (GND) Gate KIDS B O W E N B R DI G ER O A D 1 WOOLWORTHS CARNIVAL FRESH FOOD PAVILION 2

C O S T I N S T R E E T K I N G S T R E E T

CARRIAGE STREET

GREGORY TERRACE

ST PAULS TERRACE

MACHINERY STREET

Train School & Taxi Private Bus

By Bus By Train

• Gate 5 on O’Connell Terrace is the designated gate • There is a loop service that leaves from Roma Street, for all bus (school, private and public) drop offs and Central and Bowen Hills stations, and arrives at pickups Exhibition Station. Trains leave these stations every 10 minutes from 8.20am, returning frequently until • Limited bus parking is available at Portside Parking, 10pm 7-11 Curtin Ave West Hamilton, QLD 4007 • Platform 1 within the Brisbane Showgrounds delivers • Bus drivers must hold a ticket if they wish to enter you directly to the Show the Brisbane Showgrounds • Platform 2 within the Brisbane Showgrounds is • The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital bus where you will depart station is a five minute walk from the Ekka (enter via Gate 5) • Fortitude Valley Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the south (enter via Gate 1) By Taxi • Bowen Hills Train Station is a 10-minute walk from The official 13Cabs taxi rank will be established at the north (enter via Gate 4) Gregory Terrace, from Bowen Bridge Road to Costin Street. It’s on the same side of the road as the Royal Public Parking International Convention Centre. Parking locations and rates will be made available on our website closer to the Ekka.

3 Excursion planner 2021 LEARNING TRAIL

The 2021 Learning Trail presented by Seqwater includes six exciting trail points, taking students on an educational journey. Learning trail booklets will be available online closer to Ekka at www.ekka.com.au/education

Seqwater Water Zone

When: 9am to 6pm Where: Agricultural Precinct Ages: All ages Seqwater’s stand is an exciting and inspiring place for kids to understand, appreciate and connect with water.

Woolworths Fresh Food Market

When: 9am to 6pm Where: Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion Ages: All ages Visit the Woolworths Fresh Market Tour to celebrate their Australian farmers and the beautiful fresh food they grow. Learn about the odd bunch, seafood, meat, fresh produce, and taste tantalising samples. Pre-bookings for schools will be available closer to Ekka.

RACQ Animal Nursery

When: 9am to 5pm Where: RACQ Animal Nursery Ages: All ages The much-loved RACQ Animal Nursery is home to hundreds of cute and cuddly animals to interact with.

4 Excursion planner 2021 LEARNING TRAIL

.Sheep Shearing Show

When: 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm Where: Mi-Feed Pavilion Ground Floor Ages: All ages Shearers will demonstrate how to shear a sheep using electric shears, while giving insight into the wool industry. They’ll also teach students the process of grading wool and will talk about the different products made using wool.

Norco Milking Barn

When: 9:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm Where: Norco Shed Ages: All ages The Norco Milking Barn is the place to go to watch live milking demonstrations and learn the art of separating cream and butter from milk. Some visitors will also have the opportunity to bring out the farmer within and milk a cow for themselves.

Cradle a Chick and Journey of an Egg by Australian Eggs

When: 9am to 5pm Where: Mi-Feed Pavilion Ground Floor Ages: All ages Students can get up close to the cutest baby chicks, by holding them in the palm of their hand. You will also learn about the Journey of An Egg by Australian Eggs - from the hatching of chicks on a farm, all the way through to delivering those yummy eggs to the supermarket and how to cook them in the kitchen.

5 Excursion planner 2021 Highlights by year level

All years Primary school • Mi-Feed Pavilion Animal Displays (Grade 3 - Grade 6) • Sheep Shearing Show • Journey of an Egg

• Learning Trail • Woolworths Fresh Market Tour

• Paddock to Plate Story Early childhood (Prep - Grade 2) High school • Paw Patrol performances (Grade 7+) • Kids Get Cracking, Get Cooking • Race Around Ekka

• Cradle a Chick • Royal Queensland Food and Wine Show Cooking Stage • Little Backyard Farmers • Natural Fibres Fashion Parade

6 Excursion planner 2021 THINGS TO DO

Agriculture Displays Flower Crowns When: 9am to 6pm When: 9am to 6pm Where: Agricultural Hall Where: Flower and Garden Precinct Ages: All ages Ages: All ages See large produce displays featuring everything from With the help of local florists, Ekka guests will be given fruit and vegetables to grasses and grains. fresh flowers and the necessary craft materials to make a pretty flower crown to wear around the show.

Beekeeping Presentations Heritage Display When: 9am to 6pm Where: Agricultural Hall When: 9am to 6pm Ages: All ages Where: Channel Seven Pavilion Daily beekeeping and honey extraction demonstrations, Ages: All ages as well as frame construction and wax candle making The Heritage Display at the Ekka pays homage to can be seen at the Queensland Beekeepers Association the legacy of the Show and the role it has played in Stand. Queensland’s history. Look out for some of the first Ekka showbags!

Bush Poetry Kids Get Cracking, Get When: 9am to 6pm Where: Mi-Feed Pavilion Ground Floor Cooking with Australian Eggs Ages: All ages When: 9:30am - 4:30pm Watch passionate poets recite established bush ballads Where: Agricultural Hall and their original work. Ages: 5-12 years Students will be inspired as they learn to make healthy recipes at this step-by-step guided cooking class with Cotton Australia Virtual Australian Eggs. Reality Video When: 9am to 6pm Little Backyard Farmers Where: Agricultural Hall When: 9am to 6pm Ages: All ages Where: Flower and Garden Precinct Visit a cotton farm to explore fields and discover key information about the cotton industry through the power Ages: 5-10 of 360-degree video. An interactive agricultural activity to teach kids about urban farming and the importance of future sustainability practices. At the end of the activity, the kids will receive Education on a seedling to take home and plant, to start their backyard farming journey. Show Competition When: 9am to 6pm Where: Queensland Government Precinct, Luke’ s Reptile Kingdom Channel Seven Pavilion When: 9am to 5pm Ages: All ages Where: King Street Precinct The Education on Show Competition theme for 2021 Ages: All Ages is ‘looking forward and looking back’. We have 20 Get wrapped up with friendly pythons and admire the interesting categories, entered by students from across incredible Australian wildlife at the reptile stand. Learn vital Queensland. snake safety, how to keep snakes from your property and the correct first aid in response to snake bites.

7 Excursion planner 2021 THINGS TO DO

Mi-Feed Pavilion Animal Displays School Garden Competition When: 9am to 6pm When: 9am to 5pm Where: Mi-Feed Pavilion Where: Flower and Garden Precinct Ages: All ages Ages: All ages See hundreds of animals housed at the Mi Feed The Ekka School Garden Competition is on display pavilion. The ground floor holds poultry and small every day of show. Check out the creative entries from breeds beef cattle. Level 1 houses dairy goats and schools across Queensland. alpacas; and level 2 holds sheep. Spotlight Arts & Cookery Natural Fibres Fashion Parades Demonstration Stage presented by Channel 7 When: 9am to 6pm When: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm Where: Channel Seven Pavilion Where: Main Stage, Channel Seven Pavilion Years: All years Ages: 12+ years Watch artisans at work and learn new craft skills at the The fashion parades showcase natural fibres, Spotlight Arts & Cookery Demonstration Stage. championing Queensland brands and local designers.

The Grain Chain Paddock to Plate Story When: 9am to 6pm by Australian Good Meat Where: Agricultural Hall When: 9am to 6pm Ages: All ages Where: Agricultural Hall Students will enjoy learning about the grain to flour Ages: 8 years and older process through The Grain Chain. This display will teach students what’s involved in processing and milling grains With the help of an immersive ‘igloo’, students will into consumable products they can find on supermarket experience the story of Australia’s meat production, from shelves. the farm right through to the consumer.

Pat-a-Pup by Black Hawk Woodchop Arena When: 9am to 7pm When: 9am to 6pm Where: Woodchop Arena Where: Canine Pavilion Ages: All ages Ages: All years The iconic Woodchop and Sawing Competition has Meet and make friends with the fluffy and adorable been held for more than a century. Watch Australia’s pooches. Don’t miss out on seeing the best of breeds in best woodchoppers battle it out for Ekka glory. Australia on display.

Race Around Ekka Young Farmers XP Esports Cup When: 9am to 6pm When: Anytime during Ekka Where: Agricultural Hall Where: Throughout the Ekka Ages: All ages Ages: 12 years and older Watch the best high school gamers compete in the PC Students can become budding film makers as they game Farming Simulator. create, produce and edit a multimedia product during their Ekka excursion! Submit your finalised creations for the chance to get your video posted on the Ekka’s social media.

8 Excursion planner 2021 COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS

Day Activity Location Time

Monday 9 Horse - Thoroughbred Day Main Arena 8am to 4pm

Fashions on the Field Main Arena 9am to 10am

Tuesday 10 Dairy Cattle Judging Stockman’s Rest 9am to 3pm

Tuesday 10, Thursday 12, Horse Judging Main Arena 8am to 4pm Friday 13

Thursday 12, Friday 13 Horse Demonstrations Stockman’s Rest 8am to 4pm

Thursday 12, Friday 13 Cat Breeds Showcase Building 8 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm

Friday 13 Farriers and Blacksmiths Stockman’s Rest 8am to 5pm

Small Breeds Cattle Judging Main Arena 1pm to 5pm

9 Excursion planner 2021 Health & Safety at Ekka

Introduction o Not climb any structure or enter gardens First Aid and Medical The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association o Take care while using stairs or ramps Ÿ The main first aid station is located under the John of Queensland (RNA) welcomes school groups and other o Not touch any electrical equipment or items with moving MacDonald stand. Opening hours are 8am-11pm. The other organised groups of children to the Brisbane Showgrounds and parts first aid locations are on Gregory Terrace and Sideshow Alley. wishes your group an enjoyable, entertaining and educational o Remain seated when instructed Ÿ For medical emergencies you can phone the Ekka First Aid day. The information provided in this document is aimed o Follow instructions from teachers and supervisors on: (07) 3253 9299. to assist you with planning your group’s upcoming visit to o Remain on pedestrian pathways and utilise pedestrian Ÿ The nearest medical centre is Bowen Hills Medical Centre the Brisbane Showgrounds. The information is intended to crossings at all times. 8/7 O’Connell Terrace, Bowen Hills: (07) 3252 7775. provide guidance only and is not intended to be used in lieu o Not leave an area or their school group unless Ÿ The nearest hospital is Royal Brisbane Hospital - Cnr of a comprehensive risk assessment. It is the responsibility accompanied by a teacher or supervisor Butterfield St and Bowen Bridge Rd, Bowen Hills, (07) 3636 of schools and other bodies organising group excursions o Be aware of “stranger danger” 8111. Ÿ Ensure children are appropriately supervised whilst using to properly plan and supervise excursions to the Brisbane Fire Safety: public toilets and amenities. Showgrounds having regard to the needs of the particular group Ÿ The Brisbane Showgrounds has an Emergency Response of children concerned. Teachers and supervisors are responsible Ÿ Not allow unattended bags to block doorways, aisles, fire exits or fire appliances. Plan. for displaying and maintaining safe and appropriate behaviour Ÿ Fire Exits are clearly marked. for their group. Ÿ Report lost or unaccounted for children immediately to the Ekka and Police. Ÿ Buildings used for accommodation are equipped with Contact details for the RNA are: Ÿ Evacuate or move to a safe place if in danger, when directed Engineer designed fire safety and management systems. Address: 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills Qld 4006 or in response to an emergency alarm. Fire safety systems are tested to statutory requirements Security (24 hrs): 0499 900 161 Ÿ Provide assistance for children with disabilities during an and inspected by QFES prior to Royal Queensland Show RNA Phone: (07) 3253 3900 emergency evacuation. occupancy. Dimity Vowles, Ticketing and Sponsorship Executive: Ÿ Be aware of and keep clear of traffic hazards. Ÿ Fire extinguishers, hose reels and hydrants are strategically Ÿ Not enter or permit children to enter back-of-house areas. located throughout the Brisbane Showgrounds. (07) 3253 3993 Email: [email protected] Ÿ Teachers/supervisors are expected to assist with any Accessibility: Brisbane Showgrounds is a unique place: evacuation process including children with disabilities. Ÿ Most buildings at the Brisbane Showgrounds, other than The Brisbane Showgrounds is very different from other venues Ÿ All permanent RNA staff are trained in emergency evacuation the grandstands, are accessible by wheelchair. Particulars school groups attend. Groups may encounter animals, vehicles, procedures and annual fire drills are conducted. of buildings which cannot be accessed by wheelchair will be crowds, temporary structures, amusement rides and building Ÿ During the Ekka, fire wardens complete daily mandatory provided on request activity in all kinds of environments and weather conditions. pavilion fire safety checklists. Ÿ Disabled dropoff zones are available adjacent to Gate 1 in All of these activities have a degree of risk that should be Costin Street and Gate 5A on O’Connell Terrace Food and Beverage: considered when attending the Brisbane Showgrounds. Ÿ Power points are provided for your convenience for the Ÿ Please remind children to wash their hands before enjoying Teachers must observe and follow all signage and any charging of wheelchairs only. These power points are located any food and beverages. instructions given by RNA staff or staff of Event Licensees as under the John MacDonald stand Ÿ Teachers/supervisors should identify and be aware of any groups make their way around the Brisbane Showgrounds. students’ food-allergies and the appropriate first aid or Animals: Event Licensees are those businesses which enter into medical responses in each case. Interacting with animals involves Teachers/supervisors and contracts with the RNA for Brisbane Showgrounds events and Ÿ Whilst the RNA and our suppliers take great care in catering children may encounter animals at the Brisbane Showgrounds. to use venues at the Brisbane Showgrounds. for all dietary requirements and the elimination of allergens, Teachers and supervisors should closely supervise to ensure Conditions of Entry: machinery and facilities may be used that handle various that children: allergens. As a result, we are not able to guarantee the The conditions of entry to the Brisbane Showgrounds are Ÿ Always wash their hands with soap and water after touching complete absence of allergens in our foods and beverages provided on the back of each admission ticket and are animals. Ÿ Water bottle fill stations are available throughout the Brisbane displayed at each entrance to the Brisbane Showgrounds. Ÿ Only pat animals on the head, neck, and back areas. Avoid Showgrounds. Those conditions of entry apply to all groups and their teachers the rear end. Ÿ The Brisbane Showgrounds complies with the relevant and supervisors. Ÿ Do not kiss animals or hold them close to your face and Queensland food health regulations. Before Your Visit: mouth. Ÿ All food and beverage outlets at Ekka hold current Brisbane Ÿ Do not sit, lie, or play in animal bedding Before visiting the Brisbane Showgrounds teachers/supervisors City Council food licences. of groups should: Ÿ Keeps a safe distance from any animal to avoid being Ÿ Consider whether any members of the proposed injured. Work, Health and Safety: group should, for any reason, not attend the Brisbane Ÿ Avoid quick movements and remain calm and quiet around The RNA has an OHS Policy, program and procedures. More Showgrounds animals. information available here. Ÿ Are informed that animal behaviour can, at times, be Ÿ Ensure they have the necessary authority, qualifications andŸ Security: unpredictable. experience to supervise and manage the group of children The Brisbane Showgrounds has 24-hour security (phone 07 Ÿ Are aware that livestock can kick forward, backward and who will attend the Brisbane Showgrounds. Teachers and 3253 9299). Please speak to security staff if you require sideways. supervisors should satisfy themselves that the proposed staff assistance, or visit the onsite police station located near Gate Ÿ Move slowly in a single file around livestock. to children ratio in the group is adequate to ensure that the 1 on Gregory Terrace. Security personnel will be stationed Ÿ Obtain permission from the owner of any animal prior to attending children are properly supervised at all times throughout the Brisbane Showgrounds during Ekka. Ÿ Familiarise themselves with the Brisbane Showgrounds site patting or attempting to pat their animal. layout, its facilities and guidelines which can be found in the Ÿ When patting animals, touch the animals gently and don’t Smoking: “Teacher Resource” area of the “Education” page - www. push and shove, particularly around the baby animals. The Royal Queensland Show has again partnered with ekka.com.au/education The RNA provides hand washing facilities, as well as anti- Queensland Health to deliver a smoke free community event. Ÿ Assess that individual events and displays are safe and bacteria sanitisers for use after handling animals. Patrons wishing to smoke will be able to obtain a pass out and accessible for their proposed visit Walking Around the Showgrounds: smoke in one of the conveniently located off-site smoking areas. Ÿ Identify proposed participants with known medical conditions The Brisbane Showgrounds includes streets, paths, gardens, COVID Principles and ensure such participants will not be exposed to the traffic movement, maintenance activities and gradients typical Brisbane Showgrounds will operate under the following risk of illness or injury and ensure appropriate medication/ of a public/tourist park-like environment. When walking around operating principles on our site regarding COVID-19 protocols. treatment is readily available the Brisbane Showgrounds, teachers and supervisors should These protocols are outlined in further detail in the Ekka 2021 Ÿ Alert the Brisbane Showgrounds well before the proposed ensure that children: COVID Safe Plan, and comply with relevant federal and state excursion of any issues that could impact upon the welfare Ÿ Wear enclosed footwear suitable for walking. health and WHS laws. of children or teachers/supervisors while visiting the Brisbane Ÿ Wear school or group identification information. Showgrounds. For example: large crowds, animal behaviour, The primary focus of the Ekka 2021 COVID Safe Plan is to Ÿ Wear clothing to protect arms and legs and suitable for etc. ensure that controls are in place to: changing weather conditions. Ÿ Check the weather forecast on the day of the excursion Ÿ Facilitate physical distancing through the management of site Ÿ Wear hats, shirts with sleeves and sunscreen whilst and ensure that children and supervisors wear appropriate & venue capacities outdoors. Teachers/supervisors should have additional clothing for the weather conditions Ÿ Enhanced site & venue cleaning protocols sunscreen available in the event that children do not have Ÿ The provision of hand washing & hand sanitation units across During Your Visit: access to sunscreen. the site & within venues Teachers/supervisors and children will be mixing with the Ÿ Bring water bottles. Ÿ Gather & store patron information to support quick contract general public. Teachers and supervisors should: Ÿ Have rest breaks in the shade. tracing Ÿ On arrival, remind children of the safety and emergency In addition, teachers and supervisors should: Ÿ Working with exhibitors, food and beverage outlets & guidelines and the rules and the behaviour standards which Ÿ Carry an Ekka map. amusement/game device owners to ensure that COVID Safe the school/organising group expects during the excursion. Ÿ Carry a first aid kit. principles are followed. Ÿ Keep children under direct supervision at all times and, in the Ÿ Provide adult supervision at the front and back of student case of school children, in accordance with the Department groups to keep the group together. of Education and Training guidelines. Ÿ Be aware of the location of the Royal International Ÿ Ensure that children know what steps they should take in the Convention Centre, First Aid Points, Lost Children and event that they become lost or separated from their group. Security Offices. Ÿ Take head counts at regular intervals. Ÿ Determine the location of a meeting point in case group Ÿ Remind children regularly to: members become separated from the main group. o Not run o Remain behind barriers and handrails

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