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Don’t miss your place in history, be a part of the Society’s 175th history book 1839 – 2014. Being written by historian and author Rob Linn and to be launched in 2014. Order form inside on page 27

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ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC From the President...... 4

Media Tour for the Showground’s green credentials...... 4

Royal Shows national economic impact...... 5

From the Chief Executive...... 6

2013 Sowing Guide now available...... 6

Towards 175 years, Society history...... 8

Historical Treasure bound for ...... 10

Majestic Clydesdales...... 11

Become a Society Member...... 12

Birthday Membership...... 13

The Olive Grove launch...... 13

Rural Industries R&D Corporation Horizon Scholarship...... 14

Advantage SA Regional Awards...... 15

LambEx comes to Adelaide in 2014...... 16

Make your mark in Society history...... 16

Next Generation Group continues to grow...... 17

Society sponsors Food Awards...... 17

Agricultural Societies supporting drumMUSTER...... 18

ROYAL ADEAIDE SHOW Show Competitive Entries open for entries...... 19

Show Magazine advertising now open...... 20

Tom Bowden celebrating 50 years Show involvement...... 21

IGA continues to present the Show...... 22

New Sponsorship Program for the Show...... 22

ROYAL ADEAIDE WINE SHOW In memorium Ray Beckwith OAM...... 23

Maurice O’Shea Award for the humble screwcap...... 23

ADELAIDE SHOWGROUND Permanent Railway Station for the Showground...... 24

Automated Parking for the Showground...... 25

Annual Variety Christmas party a huge success...... 26

Calling for Anzac Biscuit Recipes...... 26

Front Cover : 2012 Rural Ambassador finalist, Daniel Roe Don’t miss out ORDER NOW

Don’t miss your place in history, be a part of the Society’s 175th history book 1839 – 2014. Being written by historian and author Rob Linn and to be launched in 2014.

In total 2,000 copies of the book will be produced; 400 leather bound, 600 hard cover and 1,000 soft cover. A limited number of 1,000 subscriptions are available and an order of a leather or hard cover book is required to be a subscriber.

Leather bound copies will be individually numbered and the purchase of a leather bound book includes a bottle of commemorative wine.

The commemorative wine is a 2010 Shiraz assessed by three of the best in the wine industry... Huon Hooke, Brian Croser AO and Michael Brajkovich MW who judged the 2011 Royal Adelaide Wine Show Gramp, Hardy, Hill Smith Prize for the Most Outstanding Wine of Provenance.

Secure your copy today and place an order by completing an order form (on page 27) or place an order on-line www.rahs.com.au.

For further information contact: Marketing Administrator, KheShan Gronow [email protected] or phone 08 8210 5226 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC From the President The RA&HS’s 175th anniversary is under 12 months away, and we have many exciting initiatives planned for this special year. Work is progressing on the official history of the Society – be sure to reserve your copy now by filling out the order form included with this edition of The Society. Those who order a leather-bound copy of the book will also receive our 175th commemorative wine – a specially chosen 2010 Shiraz. I’m also delighted to report that South will host the national Lamb-Ex event in 2014, providing us with a great opportunity to showcase our sheep industry to the rest of the country and, indeed, the world.

Richard Fewster President, RA&HS of SA Inc. Finally, we’ve introduced a new lay-out into this edition of The Society, grouping stories into t’s been a busy start to 2013 with planning four sections – RA&HS news, Royal Adelaide well underway for this year’s activities. Each Show, Royal Adelaide Wine Show and Adelaide year’s seems to be better I Showground venue news. Look out for the stories than the last and, just when I think we couldn’t on young agriculture student Emily Buddle and possibly top it, along come the exciting plans pigeon committee identity Tom Bowden, who for the next one. Put the dates in your diary will celebrate his 50th year of involvement with now – September 6 to 14. The Royal Adelaide the Royal Show in 2013. They’re testimony to Wine Show is also in the planning stages, with the amazing and diverse group of people that entries due by July 12. Last year’s competition support the Society and the Show year after year. sections saw a record number of entries, and I’m confident that 2013 will continue to grow. Richard Fewster President, RA&HS of SA Inc

Media tour visits Showground power station visit to the Solar Supported by the Government of South Australia, Generator was the highlight of a recent Advantage SA’s Interstate Media Program looks mediaA tour organized by Advantage SA. to challenge and alter perceptions held by editors and key interstate media representatives Designed to showcase SA companies at the regarding SA. forefront of renewable energy, the tour was attended by media from EcoGeneration RA&HS CE John W Rothwell & Advantage SA CE Karen Raffen Magazine, The Advertiser and Advantage SA Foundation members.

The two-day tour featured behind-the-scenes visits to some of SA’s key renewable energy facilities, including the Waterloo Wind Farm, SARDI and the Centre of Energy Technology at Adelaide University.

At the Adelaide Showground, Chief Executive John Rothwell told attendees how the venue’s 12,720 solar panels generate 40% of the Showground’s power needs, exporting power to neighbouring houses and businesses when not i n use.

Solar panel viewing platform

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Shows remain popular but challenges ahead ustralia’s 587 agricultural shows injected $965 million into the nation’s economy in 2011A and attracted 5.9 million visitors, according to a new report by the Chamber of Agricultural Societies.

Released at the 2012 , the Economic and Social Impact Study of Australian Agricultural Shows found that shows create tangible economic and social benefits for communities, particularly the educational, competitive and cultural experiences they provide.

The study also compared attendance to attendance at other cultural experiences and events, and found that 25% of Australians went to a Show – third behind cinemas (65%) and zoos/aquariums (35%).

“The study found that, generally, 2012 Royal Adelaide Show crowds agricultural shows improve people’s The study found that the economic benefits of Shows included: quality of life and they build social • The community attending and spending money at the Show; capital within local communities and • Sponsors promoting their business and product; regions in Australia,” states the report. • Exhibitors selling their produce and services; The extensive study also found that agricultural • Community organisations raising funds at the Show; shows provide enormous opportunities for • Showmen, competitors and tourists visiting and staying in towns putting on a Show. volunteerism, with the value of Show volunteers However, despite the positive findings, the study also found that the Show movement in general is in Queensland alone estimated at $84 million. facing several challenges, with overall visitor numbers in decline and fewer Shows operating.

“The results estimate that the number of Australians and visiting tourists who attended a Show in 2011 was 5.9 million, the equivalent of approximately 26% of the Country’s population,” the report states. It goes on to say: “This figure represents a significant decrease in the number attending shows from 11 years ago when research found that 10.7 million visitors attended Shows, the equivalent of 56% of the population in 2000.”

The report lists several ways to maintain and increase the economic and social impacts of agricultural shows, including building the capacity of Show societies; increasing Show societies’ financial management skills and revenue-raising strategies; increasing community engagement, promoting and enhancing youth participation and increasing strategic planning to ensure the popularity and sustainability of the Show.

Chief executive of the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA Inc Mr John Rothwell said the study provided valuable data on the economic and social value of agricultural shows, as well as strategies for the future.

“The Royal Adelaide Show has already addressed many of the suggestions made in the report, such as broadening our revenue stream, encouraging youth participation and ensuring the long-term relevance and appeal of the Royal Show,” he said.

“Initiatives such as the continued development of the Showground as a year-round events and exhibitions venue, the continued growth of our competitive sections and strengthening ties with industry, have all contributed to our success in recent years.

“It’s our view that agricultural shows have an extremely important role to play in the future, both in providing an opportunity for the encouragement and recognition of excellence in primary industry, and educating government, business and urban-dwellers about issues such as food security.”

Grand Parade on the Main Arena at the Royal Show

5 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC From the Chief Executive Developments such as these are crucial to the Showground’s future growth as an event venue, a crucial component of the RA&HS long-term business plan. Indeed, a recent study into the worth of Australia’s agricultural shows found that agricultural societies need to identify and pursue other revenue streams, rather than simply relying on Royal Shows, if they are to remain viable and relevant in the future.

I trust you enjoy reading this edition of The Society and look forward to working with you during the year.

John Rothwell Chief Executive, RA&HS of SA Inc

John W Rothwell Chief Executive, RA&HS of SA Inc.

he continued development of the Adelaide Showground as Adelaide’s Tleading public event venue continues full steam ahead, with exciting news that a permanent train station will be built at Wayville. Expected Artist’s impression of the new Wayville Station, view looking north from Showground / cycle way to be completed by early 2014, this state-of- the-art station will strengthen the Adelaide Showground’s accessibility, offering regular train, tram and bus connections, as well as extensive on-site carparking.

Another exciting development is the installation of automated parking technology at the Adelaide Showground in April 2013. As detailed in this edition of The Society, this new system will improve the visitor experience, reduce queuing times and increase security.

I’m also pleased to announce that the Walter J Beauchamp Gates, which previously stood in front of Duncan Hall facing Goodwood Road, will be resurrected as part of the Leader Street entry upgrade. Walter J Beauchamp Gates

2013 Sowing Guide now available roduced by the SA Research Development The publication uses results from the National Institute, the 2013 Sowing Guide contains Variety Trials, Rural Solutions SA, SARDI and the Peverything that farmers need to know about the University of Adelaide research staff who compare performance of a wide range of grains, canola the varieties via their yield to identify the best grains and pulse crops. for the various regions of the state.

Developed thanks to research funds from the The 2013 Sowing Guide has been forwarded to all SA Grain Industry Trust (SAGIT) and the Grains growers on the GRDC ‘Groundcover’ publication Research Development Council (GRDC), the list and can be obtained from Malcolm Buckby at booklet provides advice for farmers regarding the Rural Services office, phone; 08 8210 5230. which mix of crops will give them the best economic return with the least risk.

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1 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC Towards 175 In 2014 the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society will celebrate its 175th anniversary. In this edition of The Society we take a look back at the various locations for the Showground.

he first few Shows were held at various locations around the city.T In 1844 a site among the gum trees in Botanic Park was used and this became the first ‘home’ for future exhibitions. By 1860 the colony’s first Exhibition Building had been erected in the Park at a cost of £2,000 and was used for the Autumn Show that year.

First Exhibition Building/1889 Autumn Show

With an increase in competitions and a growing population, the Show moved into the grounds of the Adelaide University. A new Exhibition Hall, known as the Jubilee Pavilion, which faced North Terrace, was used for the first time in 1887. For the next few years the Show was divided between the ‘old’ and the ‘new’ sites, before finally using the second site exclusively between 1895 and 1925 when the move to Wayville occurred.

Jubilee Pavilion on North Terrace 1920 Spring Show on the

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The Wayville area was purchased by the Government in 1911 with the intention of shifting the Showground from the Jubilee site to make way for the expanding Adelaide University, however, in 1913 the First World War intervened and it was not until 1925 that the shift was finally made. In 1914 a competition was launched for the design of the new area and a building committee was set up the following year. The scarcity of materials and sharp increase in prices due to the war severely curtailed activity but grading, levelling, draining and fencing was undertaken, two pavilions were erected and a railway siding was installed.

Mr C R Heath’s winning design for the new Showground at Wayville

Sir Lancelot Stirling with Laurie Hull, during the planting of the main arena in 1925

Construction of the new facilities at the Wayville site in preparation for the September Show in 1925

9 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC Historical treasure bound for London he Society’s historical Duncan Challenge Trophy will feature in an exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in London from September to December this year. TheT request from the Academy came after the piece was featured in the Art Gallery of South Australia’s exhibition Bounty: Nineteenth-century South Australian gold and silver.

According to Archivist Marilyn Ward, the trophy was awarded in the early twentieth century to agricultural bureaus for a collection of exhibits representing districts around the State. “These comprehensive and wonderfully presented displays represented the produce of a particular area, as well as the enterprise, energy and skill of those that worked the land.”

The trophy was first awarded in 1914 at The Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society’s Autumn Show to the Angaston Agricultural Bureau. Following a five-year Show hiatus, due to World War One and a later influenza epidemic, the Mount Barker Agricultural Bureau won the trophy in 1920 and for the following four years, making them the absolute winner.

The Duncan Trophy is no longer used for competition.

Murray Trophy ast edition (December 2012) we ran a story on the history of the Murray Trophy originallyL donated to the RA&HS of SA Inc in August 1873 to recognize the best combing wool ram. However, we neglected to report that the Murray family has now donated the trophy back to the Society. The RA&HS remains indebted to the Murray family for this extremely generous donation.

Family member Alistair Murray with the Murray Trophy

10 ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC THE SOCIETY The Majestic Clydesdale uring the 1920’s and 1930’s, J Francis and Sons, and later the Francis Brothers of DMaitland, were very successful exhibitors at Royal Adelaide Shows with their majestic Clydesdales. Among the most noted winners were Beneficence and Mary Rose, both imported from Scotland. Another imported horse, Great Count, who came from Otago, NZ also captured the judges’ attention on many occasions and in 1936 this magnificent horse was awarded Best Clydesdale Stallion or Colt. The prize was a lovely sterling silver trophy with scroll designed handles which was donated by the Clydesdale Horse Society of Great Britain and Ireland.

Recently the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Archives Foundation of SA Inc was the recipient of this trophy, which was donated by Mrs Janet Kelly, whose late husband Fred had been a nephew of the four Francis brothers. In addition to the trophy, Mrs Kelly also generously donated a gold medallion and silver medal.

11 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC Become a member of SA’s biggest event magine visiting the Royal Adelaide Show as “Full membership is available to adults for many times as you like, bypassing the $145 per year, with members receiving one queues,I entering via the Members entrance and non-transferable membership card and one watching all the action on the Main Arena from transferable guest pass. Members can also the Members Grandstand. purchase an additional guest pass and up to three child passes. RA&HS members enjoy all these benefits and more, including access to the Banquet Room “Thee-year membership passes ($420) and junior and Members Bar during the Show and special membership passes ($50) are also available.” two-for-one admission to selected events at the Both the one and three-year adult membership Adelaide Showground, including the Caravan, passes are available to corporate organisations, Camping & Off-Road Show and the MBA Building however they must subscribe through a & Home Improvement Show. nominated person, rather than a company General manager of the Royal Adelaide Show name. Michelle Hocking said becoming a member of Life Memberships, costing $2000 each, provide the Show was not only great value, it’s easier the ultimate in Show membership, with than most people think. cardholders enjoying limitless visits to the Show “It’s also a great gift idea,” she said. each year. However, the pass must be confirmed by the member on an annual basis.

For more details on becoming a member of the RA&HS log onto www.rahs.com.au or phone Follow the Royal Adelaide Show @adelaideshow 08 8210 5211.

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Birthday gift

ofome youngstersa lifetime turning 21 put in requests for cash or even a car from their parents. But OliverS Smith was ecstatic with his December birthday present from mum Suzie of a life membership to the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA. Oliver with his Alpaca “It’s pretty much what I’ve been talking about since I was seven or eight years old,” Oliver “Going to the Show is something I’ve always enthuses. “I’ve just always really liked the Royal done since I was a child and now it reminds me Adelaide Show. Mum [Suzie] is a life member, of my youth,” Oliver says. “I just enjoy getting so we’d go most days together every year. Our that country life for a bit.” family didn’t concentrate on the rides or the He and his family live on a five-acre property in – we were all about seeing all the Cherry Gardens, which they share with rabbits, animals and the free stuff.” chickens and alpacas.

As well as being involved in junior cookery and The benefits of a life membership include horticulture competitions when young, Oliver receiving a non-transferable Life Member’s Card, now shows his alpacas there, most recently a transferable guest pass and a Life Member pin. winning third prize. His passion for alpacas For details visit www.rahs.com.au began while attending Urrbrae Agricultural Oliver with his mum, Suzie High School.

Olive guide hot off the press new guide to extra virgin olive oil and table olives was launched at the Adelaide ShowgroundA Farmers Market on February 17. Produced by the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society, in conjunction with Olives South Australia, The Olive Grove includes information on buying, storing and cooking with olive oil, different varieties and profiles the winners of the 2012 Olive Oil competition.

Federal Labor MP for the seat of Kingston Amanda Rishworth spoke at the launch about the industry Code of Practice and Olive Oil Standard, which is currently awaiting Government endorsement. Olive oil and table olive tastings, an information seminar on how to choose quality oil and cooking demonstrations also featured.

Copies of the guide will be distributed via Romeo’s IGA and IGA Gourmet Stores, the Taste SA Pavilion at the Royal Adelaide Show, the Olives SA Field Day and by Advantage SA, Food SA and Adelaide Showground Farmers Market members.

To receive your own copy of The Olive Grove contact, Amanda Ford on 08 8210 5264. Kent Hallett and Royal Adelaide Show & Wine Show General Federal member for Kingston, Amanda Rishworth MP Manager, Michelle Hocking cooking up a storm at the book launch 13 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC

Scholarship program for agriculture students irst-year university students who study an With her interest in livestock and enthusiasm for agriculture-related degree may be eligible the future of the industry, Emily was a natural Ffor a $5,000 annual scholarship. match for the Meat and Livestock Australia sponsored Horizon Scholarship. The Government-run Horizon Scholarship is an initiative of the Rural Industries R&D Corporation, As well as providing her with a $5,000-a-year in partnership with industry sponsors, that offers bursary for the duration of her degree at students financial support, work placements, Adelaide University, the program has helped mentoring and professional development her make connections with students from other opportunities. regions and with industry leaders. With the help of the bursary Emily has travelled to work Current Horizon scholar Emily Buddle is in her final placements in Queensland, the ACT, New South year of a Bachelor of Agriculture Science degree Wales and Tasmania, with some – such as two at the University of Adelaide. weeks at a 40,000-head cattle feedlot in Dalby, “I’ve known for a long time that I wanted a Queensland, organized directly through the career in agriculture – in animal production, or in Horizon program. education, teaching children about livestock and “The feedlot was really interesting,” Emily said. animal husbandry,” she said. “We don’t have operations of that size in SA.” Emily Buddle “One of the great challenges for the industry is To be eligible for a Horizon scholarship students must be entering their first year of university and getting more young people interested in and studying a degree related to agriculture, such as agricultural science, rural science, livestock/animal excited about agriculture. At the moment there science, veterinary science or agribusiness. are about ten jobs for every agricultural science graduate. Selection criteria include the student’s commitment to a career in agriculture, leadership potential and high school academic record. “Agriculture is the world’s most essential industry; in the end, we all need to eat. But we will have Applications usually open at the beginning of February, with scholarship winners announced in late to learn how to feed more people with the same February. Timing could be an issue for this year but planning for 2014 would be beneficial now. For amount of land, or less land, as urbanisation details visit the www.rirdc.gov.au or phone (02) 6271 4100. spreads.” The Society’s Education Foundation supports many organisations providing further education in primary A former Urrbrae Agricultural High School student, industries, some include; Emily was dux of agriculture in Year 12, and was 1. University of Adelaide Agricultural Award – adelaide.edu.au/scholarships/undergrad/royalag.html involved in the school’s stud beef cattle breeding initiative and steer competition at the Royal 2. Rural Media Award -.ruralmediasa.com/telstra.html Adelaide Show. 3. Wine Communicators of Australia Wine Media Cadetship - winecommunicators.com.au “I also volunteered to help show Limousin stud 4. Science in Schools - Trevor Noble 0448 328 227 [email protected] animals at the South Australian Junior Heifer Expo to build my experience,” she said.

Michael Siviour, Lachy Mickan, Samantha Neumann, Aisha Hargraves spruiking the good oil on careers in agriculture 2012 Rural Ambassador Winners

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Advantage SA Regional

Awardshe Adelaide Showground was delighted to again to sponsor the Advantage SA TRegional Awards Youth Category in 2012. This category aims to recognise and acknowledge young South Australians and youth groups/ organisations who demonstrate outstanding leadership, acting as young ambassadors for the local community, inspiring and supporting young people as well as facilitating outstanding youth projects or activities.

Congratulations to the winners below and also to the Limestone Coast winner Matthew Byrne who Overall Winner Emily Rowe with RA&HS Marketing RA&HS Horticulture Committee Deputy Chairman Brett Draper was unable to attend the awards evening. Administrator KheShan Gronow with Hills and Coasts winner Aisha Hargraves

Senator Anne Ruston with Murraylands and Riverland winner Emma Stegmann

Advantage SA Event & Campaign Manager with Far North Advantage SA Chief Executive Karen Raffen with Whyalla and RA&HS Honorary Councillor Maxwell Smart with Yorke and winner Michelle Reynolds Eyre Peninsula winner Emily Rowe Mid North winner Grace Bowman

Calling for Royal Show Volunteers! nformation sessions will be held on Friday April 26 from 3-4pm and ISaturday April 27 from 10-11am at the Showground. For information about Volunteering at the Show logo onto www. Adelaide Showground App theshow.com.au and look under Show Experiences. Now Available

For your version of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of SA Inc 2012 Annual Report log on to rahs.com.au

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National sheep event in SA to coincide

with the Society’sAbout 500 delegates 175th are expected to anniversaryattend, he nation’s leading lamb and sheep industry event – LambEx – will be held at Allan says. “There are probably two main things the Adelaide Showground in July 2014. we’re looking at with LambEx 2014, and that’s T to introduce our sheep producers to new, South Australia was delighted to secure the cutting-edge technology, such as genomics and biennial, industry-run event, which aims to improved sheep management systems, but also promote the Australian sheep industry to to showcase what’s happening here in SA to the stakeholders and growers, providing new and rest of the country and the world.” relevant information not exposed at regional field days or industry seminars. The event will begin with registrations on the Wednesday night – July 9 – where there will be The first event of its kind was held in Perth in 2010 “a lot of static displays, providing an opportunity and the 2012 event was held in Bendigo. Sponsors for companies involved with the sheep industry butcher Greg Butler in the JBS Australia mobile boning room already on board for 2014 include Meat and trailer conducting a live cross to the main auditorium at to display their work”. Following will be two full Livestock Australia, Australian Wool Innovation, LambEx 2012. days on July 10 and 11. Details are being finalised T&R Pastoral and JBS Australia. but Allan says the event will likely mirror the last Allan Piggott, RA&HS Councillor and Chairman one held in Bendigo where highlights included a of the local LambEx organising committee, says; networking breakfast, guest speakers during the “We’ve also got support from the South Australian day, and a gala dinner. Sheep Advisory Group, who have agreed to “We’re thinking we might also have an underwrite the event, and strong support from the opportunity for delegates to do bus trips around Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA.” the state on the Wednesday,” Allan says. “We The Society’s Pastoral Committee was among may run a bus up to the Mid North to see some those involved in securing the event – and exciting work happening up there, as well as RA&HS president Richard Fewster says it’s quite to feed lots and meat processors not far from a coup for SA. “It’s also a great event for the Adelaide.” venue to stage in 2014 as the Royal Agricultural For more information visit www.lambex.com.au & Horticultural Society will be celebrating its 175th anniversary.”

Don’t miss your chance to

makerders are now beinghistory taken for the To order refer to the order form enclosed with this official history book of the Royal edition of The Society or visit rahs.com.au and AgriculturalO & Horticultural Society of South click on ‘About the Society’ or contact Australia, to be launched in 2014. KheShan Gronow on 08 8210 5226 or [email protected] Currently being written by historian and author Rob Linn, this must-have volume provides a fascinating insight into the Society’s 175-year history, from 1839 to 2014.

Only 2000 copies will be produced, with a strictly limited 1,000 subscriptions available if you order a leather-bound or hard copy edition. The leather- bound edition is numbered and comes with a commemorative bottle of wine, while 600 hard copy and 1000 paperback editions will also be produced.

Rob Linn, historian and author

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Next Generation group urges youth to get involved in shows oung people are encouraging each other struggling to retain their younger population to take part in country shows and the because of study and work opportunities away YRoyal Adelaide Show. from home,” he said, “and that is why I wish to highlight the important work that South Australian The South Australian Agricultural Shows Next agricultural shows have done in trying to motivate Generation Group, which began in 2011, is aimed young people to contribute to, and provide at people aged 16 to 40 and follows similar groups leadership in, local communities.” interstate and overseas. Liberal MLC Dawkins gave credit to SA’s Chairperson Taryn Mangelsdorf says: “It’s designed Taryn Mangelsdor Agricultural Societies Council and the Royal to bring young people together and get them Agricultural and Horticultural Society in helping to Also the 2010 Rural Ambassador state runner-up, back involved in their communities and country get the youth group up and running. “Without their Taryn grew up on a fruit property in Loxton and now shows. We’re the only state at present that has one leadership and stewardship, this group would not splits her time between Adelaide and the Clare youth group for both the country shows and Royal have come to fruition.” Valley. She exhibited at the Loxton Show from age Show which is a great advantage.” five. “Most of us in the group wouldn’t be where we Among its activities, the group aims to replicate Aims include developing innovative Show activities are in our jobs or lives today if it weren’t for showing a Youth in Ag Day, held in Sydney, at the Royal for youth, providing networking opportunities, as young exhibitors at our country shows – so we Adelaide Show this year. Highlights will include a and educating the public about the importance want to give back,” she says. youth breakfast, various Show gatherings, the state of rural and agricultural enterprise and life. It also finals of the Young Farmer Challenge in the Main The group has an active membership of 40 – and offers support for young people wanting to exhibit Arena, and night activities in the city. “To meet growing. Yearly membership is $10 and includes at their local shows and a network for rural youth likeminded people and just to be able to have newsletter updates and a membership pack. moving to the city to board at college. that network and support is important – especially Upcoming events include a black-tie ball in July Hon. John Dawkins MLC spoke of the significance for those travelling to the city by themselves,” Taryn and an AGM in August. For more information, visit of such an initiative before the Legislative Council enthuses. sacountryshows.com/pages/next-generation.php last year. “In many cases, rural communities are

RA&HShe Royal Agricultural & Horticultural sponsors Society food awards of SA was delighted to be a Major Sponsor ofT the 2012 SA Food Industry Awards, announced on November 16. The RA&HS sponsored the Best Practice Award, won by the Barossa Valley Cheese Company (less than 10 employees) and Bickford’s Australia (greater than 10 employees).

Speaking at the awards, RA&HS President Richard Fewster said best practice in food production was now a necessity for producers to achieve sustainability, rather than an option. “In Australia, coming through one of the most severe droughts in our history and encountering water restrictions, Richard Fewster, RA&HS President, and George Kotses, Richard Fewster, RA&HS President and Victoria McClurg, Operational Director, Bickford’s Australia (winner of the Best Owner, Barossa Valley Cheese (winner of the Best Practice has made us consider our future and in particular Practice (over 10 Full time employee) Award) (10 and under full time employee) Award) food security and production.”

Left to right: Richard Sims (Robern Menz), Richie Roberts Left to Right: Matt Fazzari (Enzo’s at Home), Peter Cox (Gelista), Alex Fazzari (Enzo’s at Home), (Agriexchange), Brenton Woolston (AlmondCo), Franz Knoll Geoff Hutchinson (Fleurieu Milk and Yoghurt), Victoria McClurg (Barossa Valley Cheese), Richard (Barossa Fine Foods), George Kotses (Bickford’s Australia), Phil Fewster, Darren Sutton (Kytons Bakery), Sharon Sutton (Kytons Bakery), Jim Maitland (Pangkarra), Sims (Robern Menz), Michael Horrocks (Lifestyle Bakery) Katherine Maitland (Pangkarra). 17 THE SOCIETY ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC

Society supports environmental initiative

Collection in the Barossa Valley Karen Gomez, Chief Executive Officer of AgStewardship Australia

n environmental program worth supporting Australian farmers feed over 60 million people a day. As the global population expands, in addition to is one that recycles unwanted agricultural increasing its exports, Australian agriculture can play a valuable role in helping developing countries Achemical containers and chemicals. improve their farm management practices and grow more food locally. The drumMUSTER® initiative has collected over 20 International cooperation between the Royal Agricultural Societies of South Australia and Zambia million used agricultural vet chemical containers, to develop young people with the potential to shape agriculture’s future is one way to build the the equivalent of 25,000 tonnes of waste capacity needed. It’s an opportunity to show first-hand the productivity and environmental benefits of packaging that has been saved from landfill successful programs like drumMUSTER® and ChemClear. and recycled. Another program, ChemClear, On the back of the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society’s attendance to the Royal Agricultural has seen Australian farmers safely dispose of Society of the Commonwealth Conference (RASC) in Zambia in 2012, Society President Richard Fewster 350 tonnes of waste agricultural vet chemicals, has been coordinating an Australian study tour scholarship through AgStewardship Australia for a keeping stockpiles to a minimum. local villager Ms Inonge Mubanga. Ms Mubanga will come to Australia and learn about our Australian Both voluntary programs are initiatives of farming practices to take home and share with her neighbouring communities. More of Inonge’s AgStewardship Australia, who contract Agsafe travels will be included in future editions of The Society. Limited to deliver the programs on its behalf. Members organisations include the National Farmers’ Federation, CropLife Australia, Animal Health Alliance, Veterinary Manufacturers and Distributors Association and the Australian Local Government Association.

18 ROYAL ADELAIDE SHOW THE SOCIETY Call for competitive entries outh Australians will be encouraged to try their luck and enter one of the many Scompetitive sections at this year’s Royal Show as part of a promotional campaign being launched by the RA&HS.

Expected to run in April and May, coinciding with the call for entries for most competitive sections at The Show, the advertising and public relations campaign will emphasise that anyone can enter the Show, and that there’s a category for everyone.

The Campaign will include a comprehensive press component including interviews with past Royal Show competition winners. Show presenting partner IGA is a big part of the promotion, keep an eye out for in store advertising letting shoppers know it’s time to ‘beat Nanna’ and refine your cooking skills ready for the Royal Show.

General manager of the Royal Adelaide Show Michelle Hocking said though many show-goers had a long and proud tradition of entering the Show, many people – particularly metropolitan residents – didn’t realise that competitions were open to all South Australians.

“The Royal Adelaide Show attracts the second highest number of competitive entries of any capital city Show in Australia and, in 2012, we attracted 30,495 entries, the highest number in our 173 year history,” she said.

“It would be great to beat this record again in 2013, and we ask all South Australians to help!”

There are 58 competitions in the 2013 Royal Show, ranging from photography, art and floristry, to cookery, horticulture and technology.

“Within each competition there are several classes and categories, meaning the opportunities to enter are endless,” she said.

“Junior classes are included in many competitions, and we have children as young as five entering our art and vegetable growing competitions.”

Information on the various competitions, including entry dates and fees, can be found by visiting theshow.com.au Most competitions open in April, with entries due in June and July – check the relevant competition’s schedule for details.

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Show Magazine advertising now open he Royal Adelaide Show may be six months away, but the official guide to the Show, The Show Magazine, is already in production. TheT definitive guide to the Royal Show, the 2013 edition will feature 68 pages brimming with essential Show information, including dates and times, the competition judging program, ticket options, public transport and parking, attractions, entertainment, carnival rides, showbags, food and much, much more. For exhibitors and businesses involved in the Royal Show, it’s the ideal way to tell your customers and stakeholders that you will be there!

Four hundred thousand copies of the magazine are printed and delivered direct to South Australian homes and through IGA and Foodland supermarkets three weeks before the Show starts, giving show-goers plenty of time to plan their time at the Show.

For information on advertising in the Show Magazine and other Show marketing collateral, contact KheShan Gronow ([email protected]) or Michelle Hocking ([email protected]), or log onto www.theshow.com.au.

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20 ROYAL ADELAIDE SHOW THE SOCIETY Fifty years in poultry and pigeons for Tom or Tom Bowden, poultry breeding is in the blood. The 73-year-old from McLaren Flat says; “I found out my great-grandfather, Joseph, was involved Fin showing poultry soon after he came here from Cornwall in 1876 – and my grandfather, Walter, was too.” Though, Tom adds: “For some reason, my father, Joe, hated chooks, but he was always supportive of what I did. I started breeding when I was eight and haven’t stopped.”

2013 will mark Tom’s 50th year with the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA as a steward or at a committee level, though he has shown at the Adelaide Show since 1955.

He was a steward at the 1964 Show, a position he held until his appointment to the poultry and pigeon committee in 1988, he served as deputy chair from 1996 to 2008 and has been chair since 2008. He was also a representative of the executive from 2009 to 2010.

Outside of the RA&HS, he has served with the South Australian Poultry Association and was the inaugural president of Exhibition Stud Poultry Australia, the national body that represented state associations and exhibition poultry generally, for 15 years until retiring in 2012.

He received an Order of Australia medal in 2004 for his services to the poultry industry and McLaren Flat community. “That was a bit of a surprise,” Tom admits with Tom Bowden, Chairman RA&HS Poultry & Pigeon Committee a chuckle.

He has judged at shows in all states of Australia, including all the mainland Royal Shows – though not Adelaide due to being involved in running the competition – and in .

At the Adelaide Show, he has won four champion best exhibit in Show awards and had five reserve champions in the poultry section. While previously also breeding large fowls, ducks and pigeons, he now sticks to the smaller bantam breeds and colours. “I just enjoy the challenge of trying to breed the perfect Bantam or fowl,” he enthuses.

On the Adelaide Show itself, Tom says: “It’s always been considered by us as breeders and exhibitors to be the ultimate challenge. To win a prize at the Adelaide Show is what you really strive to do. All through my years of involvement to win even a class in Adelaide was a pinnacle, to win a champion was a real achievement, and to have a section winner or a champion bird overall has brought grown men to tears!”

Tom reflected that the Poultry and Pigeon Committee had worked tirelessly over many years to maintain a standard that has made the section the envy of all royal shows. Interstate judges and exhibitors who have attended the Show over many years enthusiastically promote how special it was to come to the Adelaide Royal and how well they were looked after. He added, “To have played an integral part in the development of that culture has been most rewarding.”

He and wife Erica have four children and live on a three-acre property at McLaren Flat. Tom says; “I always wanted to be a farmer, but I ended up teaching agricultural science for ten years before I went back to primary school teaching.” Later, he became the principal of Meadows Primary School – a role he held for 20 years.

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Sponsor profile:at a discounted rate.IGA The IGA stall was hard 011 saw IGA become the Presenting Partner of the Royal Adelaide Show, the first to miss with vibrant banners and our very own 2time this has occurred in the Show’s history. fresh produce spruiker who brought life to the horticultural area. The IGA fresh produce stall A huge success for both the Show and IGA, with was a great opportunity to showcase what our ticket sales continuing to grow each year and stores have to offer to Showgoers that were yet many stores selling out a week prior to the Show to visit their local IGA. starting, our Foodland and IGA stores embrace the opportunity by theming their stores to boost The plans have already began for 2013 with sales and acting as a distribution point for the many exciting things in the works including new official Show Magazine. With the inclusion this year competitions, a larger fresh offer and some of Carnival Cash being sold alongside tickets, fantastic opportunities for the public to get Foodland and IGA stores were your one stop shop involved with IGA at the Show. for all your pre Royal Adelaide Show needs! IGA are proud to be a part of such an iconic The IGA Fresh Produce stall was once again a South Australian event and are looking forward to success. With a bigger set up than last year we what the 2013 Royal Adelaide Show has to offer. were able to offer Showgoers the option to pick Richard Hinson, General Manager up their fresh produce before leaving the Show SA & NT Metcash Food & Grocery.

New sponsorship program

fors South Australia’sthe largest Show public event, the Royal Adelaide Show presents many excellentA promotional and sponsorship opportunities for South Australian businesses. However, it’s not just large companies that can benefit from an association with the Show. “All Competition Supporters receive a Sash, which is great to display in your business premises, and recognition on the Competition Supporters Honour Roll, published in all competition catalogues. “ Royal Show sponsorship manager says a new sponsorship opportunity, developed exclusively Show tickets, signage, adverts and hospitality are also offered under the program. for small and medium-sized businesses, will For more details visit theshow.com.au or contact Karen Holthouse on 08 8210 5255 or be ideal for businesses whose customer or [email protected] client base is aligned with any of the Show’s competitions.

“The Competition Supporters Program offers three levels of sponsorship investment and associated benefits,” Ms Holthouse explained.

“Sponsorship under the program is allocated in support of a specific competition as a whole, rather than allocated to a particular award, and supports the ethos of the Show’s competitions being at the heart of what the Royal Adelaide Show is all about – the promotion and reward of excellence in agriculture, horticulture and human endeavour.

Coca-Cola Superstar Stag at the Royal Adelaide Show

22 ROYAL ADELAIDE WINE SHOW THE SOCIETY In memorium: Ray Beckwith OAM orn in 1912 in Cowell, South Australia, Arthur Ray Beckwith (Ray) was responsible for some of the most fundamental innovations to Australia’s wine making industry. He is believed to be the Bfirst person in Australia, if not the world, to discover the role of acidity levels in wine spoilage and to implement the use of pH metering - using precision instruments. Ray Beckwith with RA&HS CE, John W Rothwell He also was the first to use atomic absorption spectrophotometry for quality assurance in winemaking (circa 1962) and discovered that the addition of cultures of specific yeasts to the wine production Dr Beckwith received many awards during his process greatly improved wine quality. These practices are now standards in the Australian wine life, including Australia’s top wine award, the making industry. McWilliam’s Wines Maurice O’Shea Award, for

Ray studied at Roseworthy College, graduating with first class honours in a Diploma of Agriculture recognition of his outstanding contribution to that included oenology. In 1932 Ray was offered a cadetship with John Williams, lecturer in viticulture Australia’s wine industry. In 2004 the University of and oenology at Roseworthy College, later transferring to the laboratory with Alan Hickinbotham Snr Adelaide conferred upon him the title of Doctor, and working for a time with Colin Haselgrove and Roger Warren at Thomas Hardy & Son at Mile End. and in the same year he was inducted into the Ray started with Penfolds at Nuriootpa early in 1935, where he stayed until 1973, and was responsible American Society of Penology and Viticulture for much of the company’s success. He was also heavily involved in the Australian Wine Research as an Honorary Life Member and he received a Institute and other important wine committees and organisations. Distinguished Alumni Award in 2006. Dr Beckwith was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia Dr Beckwith was appointed to the RA&HS Wine Committee in 1973, working alongside Karl Seppelt, Tom in January 2008. Angove, Reg Tolley, Bob Hardy and Colin Gramp. He resigned in 1985, believing that someone else should be elevated to the position. More recently his contribution has been recognised with the naming of The Ray Beckwith passed away November 7, 2012. Ray Beckwith Trophy for Traditional Australian Red Blend in the Royal Adelaide Wine Show.

Humble screwcap wins prestigious wine award warded biennially, the McWilliams Wine Maurice O’Shea Award honours the memory of legendary McWilliam’s Wine’A winemaker, the late Maurice O’Shea, and recognizes a historically significant contribution to the Australian wine industry.

Presented in Sydney, the 2012 award went to the Screwcap initiative, which commenced in the Clare Valley in 2000 with Jeffrey Grosset and Andrew Hardy as the main protagonists. The award was given in recognition of all those involved in the successful introduction of the screwcap, and the contribution it has made to the advancement of quality in Australian wine.

Previous winners include Philip Laffer (2010), Dr Ray Beckwith (2006), Dr Wolf Blass AM (2000) and Max Schubert AM (1990).

Andrew Hardy, Chairman of the Wine Committee 2012 Royal Adelaide Wine Show

23 THE SOCIETY ADELAIDE SHOWGROUND Permanent railway station for Showground onstruction has started on an $8 million permanent train station at the northern endC of the Adelaide Showground precinct. Once open in early 2014, both the Belair and Noarlunga passenger lines will stop at the station year-round, enabling the public to catch the train to and from the Adelaide Showground when attending public events.

Chief Executive of the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society John Rothwell said the introduction of the permanent train station would strengthen the Adelaide Showground’s accessibility offering regular train, tram and bus Work has been timed to coincide with the electrification of the rail line and the construction of the connections. Goodwood Junction, preventing the need for further disruptions.

“People attending the Show or the many events The station will be operational by the 2013 Royal Adelaide Show but only in a capacity similar to the that are held at the Showground will be able to current temporary platform, with passengers to be shuttled to and from the Adelaide Central Railway arrive by train, tram, bus or by using the ample Station. on-site carparking.” Described as a ‘showcase station’ by DPTI planners, the architecturally designed station will be durable, The station will be built at the end of Rose functional and safe. Design elements include safety lighting, passive surveillance, CCTV, artistic Terrace with access to Anzac Highway, Greenhill elements, feature lighting, landscaping and a canopy that provides weather protection. The station Road and Richmond Road, improving access will provide full disability access, and will include platform seats, rails, bins and weather screens – all to Ashford Hospital and businesses on Anzac designed to be robust and vandal resistant. Highway, and will replace the existing Keswick The current bike lane, which runs on the western boundary of the Showground, will continue under station and temporary platform currently used for Greenhill Road, negating the need for cyclists to cross Greenhill Rd. the Royal Adelaide Show.

24 ADELAIDE SHOWGROUND THE SOCIETY Automated parking for Adelaide Showground utomated parking technology will be introduced at the Adelaide Showground in AApril 2013. The new system will see boom gates installed at the entry and exits to carparks on Rose Terrace, the Leader Street Gate and Leader Street Car Park 2, immediately east of the Leader Street entrance.

RA&HS Chief Operating Officer John LePlastrier said the installation of the new technology, provided by Wilson Technology Solutions, will improve the experience for visitors to the Adelaide Showground, including a reduction in Pricing will be as follows: queuing times, the introduction of a short-stay rate (less than two hours) and improvements to First 30 minutes ...... Free security, including the installation of cameras at all exists and 24-hour monitoring of the carparks. 30 minutes to 2 hours...... $3.00

“Nine pay stations will be installed, all offering Over 2 hours ...... $8.00 payment by cash or credit card, and offering a Further charges will apply if vehicles are parked for over 24 hours. receipt upon request.” “The system will operate in a similar way to that used in many city car Arrangements for parking at the Royal Adelaide Show will be similar to past years in respect to parks. Drivers take a ticket from the allocation of car parks to specific groups of participants. The automation of some car parks may change the process for entering the car park and any changes will be communicated prior to the ticket machine at the entrance of the Show. car park and, before returning to the car, validate their ticket by We anticipate that our policy of making the first 30 minutes free will allow members or others needing to visit the Showground on business, for example to enter competitions or renew sponsorships, to park paying at one of the pay stations without charge. located throughout the Showground,” said John.

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children’she annual Variety Children’s Christmas Christmas party Party was held at the Adelaide Showground’sT Goyder Pavilion on December 5 – and this year broke a record for attendance.

About 2800 invited children and carers brought their festive cheer on the day – the most since the charity event, catering for schoolkids who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs, began more than 20 years ago.

The Adelaide Event & Exhibition Centre (AEEC) – the business events arm of the RA&HS – has hosted the party for 15 years as a platinum sponsor, providing free venue hire and furniture.

Previously staged at the Ridley Centre, AEEC general manager Grant Piggott said: “The Goyder Pavilion, built in 2008, has really allowed us to expand so it’s about three times the size it once was. It’s a feel-good event and those who Showground caterer Michael O’Brien Catering also donated $5 per head, with pies and pasties go have a great time.” donated by Vili’s and Golden North ice-cream donated by Advance Robes. According to food and beverage director Simon Camp: “It’s a bit of an institution we’re extremely happy to be involved The party is the largest children’s event for with.” Variety, the Children’s Charity in SA, and was organised by its LOV (Ladies of Variety) Entertainment was by The Flaming Sambucas and Kozmik Kapers’ Tinsel the Reindeer, with Central committee. Chairperson Rosalie Gillings said the Audio Visual sponsoring all the lighting and sound. Adding to the fun of the day were face painters, venue was ideal, particularly being disability- temporary tattoo artists, balloon-twisters, a fire engine courtesy of the SA Metropolitan Fire Service, a friendly with 187 children in wheelchairs “Magic Cave” bus, and Liberty Swings, enabling children in wheelchairs to enjoy the thrill of swinging. attending. “The Showground has all of the Among the youngsters enjoying the festivities were Kylie, 13, who said: disability access, plus significant parking, providing ease for drop-offs and pick-ups. The “My favourite bit is the face painting”, while Mitchell, 13, enthused: “I like venue staff are also amazing.” seeing all the kids from different schools.” Abby, 9, said: “I love to dance”, and

Variety marketing and communications manager Connor, 12, said: “It’s fun catching up with friends.” Bridgette Whittle said: “For us it’s about making Georgia, 12, enthused: “I like all the balloons”, while Chris, 11, couldn’t decide on one thing and a change in the lives of these children – and this instead said: “I like everything!” party allows us to do that on a mass scale.”

Calling for Anzac Biscuit Recipes he theme at the Adelaide Showground Farmers Market for April is “One ContinuousT Picnic” inspired by a book of the same name that celebrates Australia’s food heritage. Allie Reynolds Allie is keen for people to bring their recipes to On Sunday 21 April culinary historian Allie Taste the Market, at the Adelaide Showground Reynolds will be at the Market Kitchen to do a Farmers Market where she will discuss the origin of session around the history of the ANZAC biscuit. this iconic biscuit while baking a batch of these Allie is looking for pre-1930 ANZAC biscuit recipes traditional biscuits. that may exist in either inherited hand written Where: Market Kitchen, Adelaide Showground family recipe books or in cookery books printed Farmers Market pre-1920 with a recipe for ANZAC Biscuits, ANZAC When: 11am on Sunday 21 April 2013 Wafer, ANZAC Crispies or by another name such Contact: Allison Reynolds on 08 8370 1497 as Soldiers’ Biscuits. Email: [email protected] 26 ROYAL AGRICULTURAL & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SA INC HISTORY BOOK & WINE ORDER FORM

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