FOSTER AND DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY INC. (AOOO2957W) ABN: 28 744 988 195 Affiliated with Central and South Gippsland Affiliated Societies, Victorian Agricultural Societies Ltd, Equestrian Federation of Australia Office Bearers President: Mr Noel Afflitto Vice President: Mr John Sagasser Secretary: Mrs Denia Gilheany 0425 728 525 Treasurer: Mr Gary Kipps Assistant Treasurer: Mrs Diane Bradford

Committee Members Amanda Afflitto, Jan Best, Diane Bradford, Robbie Davidson, Rae Knee, Ali Martin, Rhonda Mayo, Brian Mellor, Cheryl Mellor, Colin Nicholas, Julie Nicoll, Kara Oxley, Max Parnell, Alexandra Pattinson, Elissa Poletti, Heather Ray, Bruce Standfield, Bev Tyers, Hayley Young, Valerie Young

Life Members: Mr R Allan Mr W Davies Mrs G Trenery (dec) Mr J H McDonald (dec) Mr N Nicoll Mrs N Byrnes (dec) Mr J Hopkins (dec) Mr D Dessent (dec) Mr D Nicoll Mr B Standfield Mrs J Allan Mr N Ross (dec) Mr T Bentley (dec) Mr M Gardiner Mr A Trenery (dec) Mr JR McDonal Mr J Sagasser Mr M. Parnell Mr R Davidson Mrs J Sagasser Mrs R Knee Mrs J Best Mr B Best Mrs J Nicoll Mrs J Ousley

INDEX On Farm Challenges Commercial Dairy Challenge …………………………………………………………………2 Beef Challenge ……………………………………………………………………………...…3 Silage Quality Competition ……………………………………………………………………4 Hay Bale Art ………………………………………………………………….………………...4

HRCAV Horses ………………………………………………………………………………..6

Online Competitions Sheep…….……………………………………………………………………………………..5 Poultry ………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Exhibit Shed ……………………………………………………………………………………8 Photography ………………………………………………………………………………….12 Pet Parade ……………………………………………………………………………………12 Ambassadors ………………………………………………………………………………...13 A WORD OF THANKS The Foster and District Agricultural Society are indebted to the generous assistance of a large number of willing volunteer helpers. Without them the Show simply could not go on. To each of our supporters, including Office Bearers, Committee Members, Judges, Stewards, Sponsors, Exhibitors and Patrons, the Society extends its warm and sincere thanks.

REGULATIONS ENTRIE S 1. Entries and payments must be received online (www.fostershow.com), via email or by post to PO Box 150, Foster, 3960. Please refer to each section for specific email address, entry cut off dates and fees. 2. Entries are accepted subject to the rules, regulations & by laws of the Foster and District Agricultural Society Inc. & V.A.S. Ltd. 3. On submission of an entry you’re are accepting that your photo/s and video/s may be displayed on the Foster & District A&P Society’s website and social media. Some photos of entries will be published in local newspapers. 3. Entrant agrees to abide by all decisions made by the Society, the Group with which it is affiliated or V.A.S. Ltd pursuant to these rules & regulations. 4. In the case of dispute as to the prize list, the same shall be determined by the committee of the Society, whose decision is final. 5. The Society does not hold itself responsible for anything occasioned by printer’s errors in this schedule. 6. The committee may sanction any person, exhibitor, trade site, organization, or other body whose conduct in the opinion of the committee is discreditable or injurious to the interests of the Society or who fails to comply with any rules governing any Show or exhibition or disregards or fails to observe any direction or decision of any official or judge appointed by the Society. The procedures to be followed when disciplinary action is taken are those laid down under V.A.S. Ltd constitution (Disqualification, Suspension and Appeals). 7. Awarding of all prizes is at the discretion of the Judges. The judge’s decision is final. 8. T he Society will not be held responsible for exhibits, but every care will be taken when handling exhibits (non-photo entry classes) 9. Winners for all sections will be announced from the 27 th Feb ruary 2021 via the Show’s website and social media and published in The Mirror Newspaper.

PUBLIC LIABILITY The Foster and District Agricultural Society Inc. are committed to providing safe, healthy and environmentally acceptable showgrounds for all stakeholders. Upholding public health in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic was a serious consideration in the decision to host an online show instead of a regular show day. The Society shall not be responsible for the loss or for any damage or injury occasioned to any exhibit or the property of any exhibitor from any cause whatsoever. The exhibitor shall be liable to the Society and its employees, officers and officials for any damage or loss occasioned to any of them by the exhibit or the exhibitor or his agent.

FOSTER SHOW COMMERCIAL ON FARM DAIRY COW CHALLENGE Steward: Stuart Mackie 0456 040 474 Judge: TBA

Entry: Entries close Sunday 31st January 2021. Judging will be conducted between the 1st and 24th February 2021. Entry forms available from Gippsland Veterinary Group Livestock and Equine Centre or online at www.fostershow.com Entry fee: $20 per farm

Rules and regulations: 1. ALL BREEDS AND CROSSBREEDS ARE ELIGIBLE TO ENTER. 2. Farm must be located within a 35km radius of the Foster Showgrounds (boundary town s: Hedley, Mirboo North, Boolarra South, Leongatha South, Yanakie). 3. Maximum of SIX (6) entries per farm, with no more than TWO (2) exhibits entered per clas s. 4. Exhibit must be owned or leased by exhibitor (copy of lease must accompany exhibit ). 5. Judging will be conducted on exhibitor’s farm between the 1st and 24th February 202 1 (steward will contact with date and time). Exhibits can be shown carrying milk. Exhibits c an be washed. 6. Exhibits will be judged standing on concrete or lawn grass. A copy of the exhibit’s herd tes t data must be presented at the term of judging. 7. Rules and regulations of the Foster & District Agricultural Society Inc as per the sho w schedule apply to this competition.

CLASS 101. Heifer 2 years old (born between 1st Jan 2018 and Dec 31st 2018) First $100, second $50 sponsored by Homebush Pastoral Pty Ltd 102. Heifer or cow 3 years old (born between 1st Jan 2017 and Dec 31st 2017) First $100 voucher, second $50 voucher sponsored by HiCo Korumburra 103. Cow 4 Years old (born between 1st Jan 2016 and Dec 31st 2016) First $100, second $50 sponsored by Cervus, Leongatha 104. Cow 5 & 6 Years old (born between 1st Jan 2014 and Dec 31st 2015) First $100 voucher, second $50 voucher sponsored by Brown Wigg, Meeniyan 105. Cow 7 Years and Over (born before Dec 31st 2013) First $100, Second $50 sponsored by Storr Transport, Toora

CHAMPION HIGHEST B.P.I. COW $100 cash prize sponsored by Gippsland Veterinary Group

CHAMPION COW Awarded to Best Cow from all above classes Trophy and $150 cash prize sponsored by Gippsland Veterinary Group

FOSTER SHOW ON FARM BEEF CHALLENGE Steward: Alkira Riley 0429 649 212 Judge: David Jerram

Entry: Entries close Sunday 24th January 2021. Judging will be conducted before 27th February 2021. Entry forms available from Gippsland Veterinary Group Livestock and Equine Centre, online at www.fostershow.com or by email request to [email protected]. Entry fee: $20 per farm

Rules and regulations: 1. ALL BREEDS AND CROSSBREEDS ARE ELIGIBLE TO ENTER. 2. Farm must be located within a 35km radius of the Foster Showgrounds (boundary towns: Hedley, Mirboo North, Boolarra South, Leongatha South, Yanakie). 3. Maximum of SIX (6) entries per farm, with no more than TWO (2) exhibits entered per class . 3. Exhibit must be owned exhibitor. 4. Judging will be conducted on exhibitor’s farm before 27th February 2021 (steward w ill contact with date and time). Exhibits will be judged standing in cattle yards. 5. Rules and regulations of the Foster & District Agricultural Society Inc as per the show schedule apply to this competition.

CLASS 201. Pen of 3 weaners (< 12 mo) First $100, second $50 sponsored by Greenham Gippsland Pty Ltd 202. Pen of 3 yearling heifers (< 18mo) First $100, second $50 sponsored by SEJ, Leongatha 203. Pen of 3 yearling steers (< 18mo) First $100, second $50 sponsored by Greenham Gippsland Pty Ltd 204. Pen of 3 PTIC cows (any age) First $100 voucher, second $50 voucher sponsored by Browns Stockfeed, Leongatha 205. Pen of 3 cows with calves at foot First $100, second $50 sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions, Leongatha

CHAMPION PEN OF CATTLE Trophy and $150 cash prize sponsored by Marriott Family, Foster

RESERVE CHAMPION PEN OF CATTLE $100 cash prize sponsored by Harris Farms, Dumbalk

SOUTH GIPPSLAND SILAGE QUALITY COMPETITION Sponsored by Cervus, Leongatha and Forage Lab Australia Steward: David Huggins 0455 099 196 Prizes: 1st $200, 2nd $100, 3rd $50

Conditions of Entry 1. Silage samples will be assessed based on data prov ided by samples submitted to Forage Lab Australia only. Silage must have been produced between 1st October and 31st December 2020 within a 35km radius of Foster. 2. Competition entry is free however you must pay the laboratory fee for the analysis of your sample /s. For most accurate analysis we recommend that core tested samples should be sent no later than Wednesday, so that the sample is received in the best condition possible. 3. There is no limit on the number of entries submitted per farm. 4. Silage analysis results are to be sent with completed entry form to [email protected] no later than 31st January 2021. 6. Winning samples will be announced online and in The Mirror Newspaper from the 27 t h F ebruary 2021 7. For enquiries about silage sampling methods and handling please contact David Huggins on 0455 099 196. For all other enquiries please contact the show secretary on 0425 728 525.

CLASS 301. Silage quality

HAY BALE ART COMPETITION Sponsored by Integrated Packaging

Entry and competition rules: 1. Entry fee: FREE – we hope this competition can be a fun way for the community to get creative and involved in the Foster Show 2. Entries open on 1st November 2020 and close at 5pm on Sunday 21st February 2021. 3. Hale Bale Artwork must be located within a 35km radius of the Foster Showgrounds. 4. Small squares, large squares and/or round bales of hay/strawor silage can be used in the construction of Bale Artworks 5. There is no limit on the number of entries submitted per property 6. A photograph of your entry is to be emailed to [email protected] with the exhibitor details (name, contact email and phone); title of exhibit and; exhibit address (in order for exhibit to be verified) 5. All exhibits will be posted to the Foster & District Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc Facebook page (@fosteragshow). The address of artwork will not be made public.

CLASS 401. Hay Bale Art

CHAMPION HAY BALE ART EXHIBIT 1 x roll of Silawrap sponsored by Integrated Packaging

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD $100 VISA Gift Card sponsored by Integrated Packaging awarded to the exhibit with the most ‘likes’ on the Foster & District Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc Facebook Page ( @fosteragshow) PHILLIPSON’S SHEEP SHOW (ONLINE) Steward: Daniel Isgro Entry: Entry forms are available at www.fostershow.com. Email completed entry form and exhibit photos to [email protected] by 7th February 2021.Photos should be clearly labelled with the entered sheep’s registration number on each photo. Two photos of each exhibit should be provided - 1 x side profile, 1 x rump. All photographs submitted have been reduced to a file size of no more than 500kb and do not contain any material that will identify the owner, breeder or animal, other than ear tags. All photographs to be recent and taken during the year 2021. Judging will commence on 15th February 2021.

CLASS 501. Ewe lamb Sash and $30 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster 502. Ram lamb Sash and $30 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster 503. Ewe under 2yo Prize pack sponsored by Browns Stockfeed, Leongatha 504. Ram under 2yo Prize pack sponsored by Browns Stockfeed, Leongatha 505. Ewe 2 years and over Sash and $30 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster 506. Ram 2 years and over Sash and $30 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster 507. Club lamb (Butcher’s Choice Award) Sash and $100 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster

CHAMPIONSHIP CLASSES Champion Lamb – Sash and $50 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster Champion Ewe - Sash and $50 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster Champion Ram – Sash and $50 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster Supreme Champion Exhibit - Sash and $100 cash prize sponsored by Phillipson’s Accounting, Foster

OFFICIAL HRCAV RING (AT BENNISON ARC) Venue: Bennison Recreation Reserve, 311 Port Franklin Road, Bennison Vic 3960 ( VicRoads ref 103 E4) Host: B ennison Adult Riding Club Starts: J udging commences 9:30am Judge: K ylie Halsell Card Steward: Mi chelle Boddy Enquiries: Mi chelle Boddy 0402 252 157 Entry Fee: $ 3 pre-entry, $6 on day Entries Close: 1 9th February 2021 Prizes: $5 Fi rst, $3 Second, Sashes to 6th for Smartest on Parade, Ribbons to 4 th , Champion & Reserve ribbons

This Ring is to be conducted under HRCAV rules. Enter online at www.fostershow.com or by submitting Foster Agricultural Show entry forms to [email protected] or PO Box 150, Foster VIC 3960 Competitors must hand in valid Membership/Performance cards and completed HRCAV standard entry forms to the Card Secretary by 9.00am or earlier. Riders to provide their own number. Medical armbands must be worn while jumping. * Denotes classes eligible for points on cards.

CLASS 601. *Smartest on Parade Level Advanced, 1 & 2 602. *Smartest on Parade Level 3 603. *Smartest on Parade Level 4 604. *Smartest on Parade Level 5 605. Led Exhibit under 15.2hh 606. Led Exhibit over 15.2hh CHAMPION & RESERVE LED HRCAV EXHIBIT

607. *Ridden Mount Level Advanced, 1 & 2 608. *Ridden Mount Level 3 609. *Ridden Mount Level 4 610. *Ridden Mount Level 5 *CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN MOUNT

611. *HRCAV Rider Level Advanced and Level 1 612. *HRCAV Rider Level 2 613. *HRCAV Rider Level 3 614. *HRCAV Rider Level 4 615. *HRCAV Rider Level 5 *CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDER

616. *Mount most suitable for HRCAV Level Advanced and Level 1 617. *Mount most suitable for HRCAV Level 3 618. *Mount most suitable for HRCAV Level 3 619. *Mount most suitable for HRCAV Level 4 620. *Mount most suitable for HRCAV Level 5 621. Show Hunter under 15.2hh 622. S how Hunter 15.2hh & over CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION SHOW HUNTER

CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION HIGH POINT AWARD Prize donated by Bennison Adult Riding Club Inc. (Champion/Reserve classes not included in high point - in the eventuality of equal High Point the winner of the countback will be on the placing in Rider Class, followed by Ridden Mount and MMS) POULTRY (ONLINE) Steward: Kara Oxley Judge: Mr Ken Bjorksten

Entry: Entries close Sunday 7th February 2021. Entry forms available online at www.fostershow.com or by email request to [email protected]. Entry fee: FREE

Rules and regulations: 1. All breeds are eligible to enter. Judging will be interbreed unless a significant number of entries are received for a particular breed 2. Entries, accompanied by an entry form, are to be submitted by email to [email protected] by Sunday 7th February 2021. 3. Four (4) photos of each entry are required – side view, front view, close up of head, extended wing (see example below). Each entry should be sent in a separate email with all photos for that entry to be in one email.

4. Please include the following details in your entry email: exhibitor name; breed of exhibit; colour/variety and; gender. 5. To give an idea of bird size, at least one photo must include a standard 375ml aluminium can (eg Fanta, Coke, Solo etc) that has a complete view of the bird standing. 6. At least one photo must also clearly show legs, feet and toes. 7. Photo must not be digitally altered except for cropping if necessary.

CLASS 701. Large soft feather 702. Large hard feather 703. Bantam soft feather 704. Bantam hard feather 705. Waterfowl 706. Backyard

CHAMPION ONLINE POULTRY EXHIBIT Sash and $50 prize sponsored by Duesburys Gippsland

RESERVE CHAMPION ONLINE POULTRY EXHIBIT Sash and $25 prize sponsored by Duesburys Gippsland

BEST RARE BREED EXHIBIT $20 prize and sash sponsored by Kara Oxley

Highlights of the 2020 Foster Show

Highlights of the 2020 Foster Show EXHIBIT SHED (ONLINE & DROP OFF) Steward: Bev Tyers 0408 369 298 Entry: Entries for all classes (other than VAS competitions) are to be submitted as photographs emailed to [email protected] no later than Monday 22nd February 2021.Entry is FREE. Exhibits in VAS competitions will not be judged on photos. VAS exhibits only must be delivered to the Foster RSL on Tuesday 23rd February between 5-6pm or Wednesday 24th February between 8:30-9:30am for judging on Wednesday 24th February 2021. Exhibits will be available for collection between 4-5 pm on judging day. Prizes: First and second ribbons and championship sashes will be awarded. Ribbons and sashes sponsored by Dawn Allan

GARDEN & FARM PRODUCE 801. Biggest Zucchini – show zucchini with tape measure along its side. 802. An interesting/unusual item of fresh garden produce. 1 photo 803. Best dressed Carrot, must have full green tops still attached.

HOME PRODUCE Three groupings to be judged - Adult, Junior & All Abilities. Please specify age if entering in Junior class. Photo to show all four items, two as normal and one cut in half and opened up to show inside and another one upside down.

Adult Junior All abilities 4 plain scones Class 804 805 806 4 sausage rolls 807 808 809 Boiled fruitcake – to be cut in half through the middle and 810 811 812 display the whole cake and cut edge)

813. VAS Rich Fruit Cake Competition The winners of the following competitions qualify for Regional finals & may go on to State finals. Proudly sponsored by “The Sultana Sisters” at State Level First prize ribbon & $25, Second $10 Sponsored by Lionel Rockman, Yanakie All entries must be cooked in square tins The following recipe is compulsory for all entrants:

Ingredients: 250g sultanas 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg 250g chopped raisins 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 250g currants 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 125g chopped mixed peel 250g butter 90g chopped red glace cherries 250g soft brown sugar 90g chopped blanched almonds 1/2 teaspoon lemon essence OR finely 1/3 cup sherry or brandy grated lemon rind 250g plain flour 1/2 teaspoon almond essence 60g self raising flour 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence 4 large eggs

Method: 1. Mix together all the fruits and nuts and sprinkle with the sherry or brandy. 2. Cover and leave for at least 1 hour, but preferably overnight. 3. Sift together the flours and spices. 4. Cream together the butter and sugar with the essences. 5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then alternately add the fruit and flour mixtures. Mix thoroughly. The mixture should be stiff enough to support a wooden spoon. 6. Place the mixture into a prepared tin (20 cm square, straight sided, square cornered tin) and bake in a slow oven for approximately 3½ - 4 hours. Allow the cake to cool in the tin. NOTE: To ensure uniformity and depending upon the size, it is suggested the raisins be snipped into 2 or 3 pieces, cherries into 4 or 6 pieces and almonds crosswise into 3 or 4 pieces.

814. VAS Junior Boiled Fruit Cake Competition First prize ribbon & $20, Second $10 Sponsored by Jessica Taylor, Foster Entrants must be under 18 yrs on Show Day All entries must be cooked in round tins. The following recipe is compulsory for all entrants:

Ingredients for Boiled Fruit Cake: Method: 375g mixed fruit 1. Place the mixed fruit, sugar, spice, water and butter in a large ¾ cup brown sugar saucepan and bring to the boil. 1 teaspoon mixed spice 2. Simmer gently for 3 minutes, then remove and allow to cool. ½ cup water 3. Add the bi carb, sherry, eggs and marmalade, mixing well. 125g butter 4. Fold in the sifted dry ingredients then place in a greased and ½ teaspoon bicarbonate soda lined 20cm round cake tin. ½ cup sherry 5. Bake in a moderately slow oven for 1.5 hours or until cooked 2 eggs lightly beaten when tested. 2 tablespoons marmalade 1 cup self raising flour 1 cup plain flour ¼ teaspoon salt

815. VAS Carrot Cake Competition (un-iced) First Prize Rosette & $15, Second $5 Sponsored by Howard Plowright, Foster All entries must be cooked in 20cm round tins. Cake to be un-iced. Using the Good Foods Australia award winning recipe. The following recipe is compulsory for all entrants: Ingredients: 2 tsp salt 375g plain flour 345g castor sugar 2 tsp baking powder 375ml vegetable oil 1 ½ tsp bicarb soda 4 eggs 2 tsp ground cinnamon 3 medium carrots, grated (350g) ½ tsp ground nutmeg 220g tin crushed pineapple, drained ½ tsp allspice 180g pecan nuts, crushed

Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180C (160C fan), grease a 20cm (8”) round cake tin & line with baking paper. 2. Sift dry ingredients together 3. In separate bowl beat eggs & oil, then add to dry ingredients. 4. Mix well then add carrots, crushed pineapple & pecans. 5. Mix to form a smooth batter & pour into cake pan. 6. Bake for approximately 90-100 minutes. 7. Remove from oven, allow to cool for 10 mins in the tin on a wire rack. Upend and allow to cool on the rack. 816. Junior Carrot & Date Muffins Competition First prize ribbons & $15, Second $5 Sponsored by Jessica Taylor, Foster Entrants must be under 18 yrs on Show Day The following recipe is compulsory for all entrants: Ingredients: 1 cup coarsely grated carrot 2 ½ cups self-raising flour 1 tablespoon orange marmalade 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup canola oil ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup brown sugar (firmly packed) ¾ cup orange juice 1/3 cup pitted dates 1cup reduced fat milk

Method: 1. Heat oven to 190C (moderately hot) 2. Line a 12-hole muffin pan with round paper Muffin cases. Classic White Muffin Cases (size 35mm H x 90mm W x 50mm Bas e) 3. Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl; stir in dates, carrots. Then add the combined marmalade, oil, eggs, juice and milk. Mix until just combined 4. Spoon mixture evenly into prepared pan holes 5. Cook for 20 minutes, (to test muffins are cooked insert cake skewer. If it comes out clean the muffins are read y) 6. Stand muffins in pan for 5 minutes before removing to cool completely. Present 4 muffins for judging.

JAMS, PRESERVES & SAUCES 2-3 photos must show the front & side of jar and a spoonful of the product.

817. Any Marmalade 818. Any Jam 819. Any Sauce 820. Any Pickle

CRAFT Three groupings to be judged, Adult, Junior & All Abilities. Please specify age if entering in Junior class. Adult Junior All abilities Something representing Australia – item made using any of the following Craft section classes: Class 821 822 823 woodwork, jewellery, beadwork, paperwork, mosaic, felted or ceramics.

SEWING & NEEDLECRAFT 824. VAS Sewing Competition A tote/carry bag no larger than 50 cm on any one side. To be constructed in fabric, using natural fibre or fibre-blend. Handle/s to be made of fabric. Must be lined. Sewn by machine. May be hand finished. Minimum embellishments allowed. All work to have been completed in the last 12 months First Prize Rosette & $25 cash prize, Second $10 Sponsored by Sam’s Patch, Foster

825. VAS Patchwork Competition A Piece of patchwork not more than 1 metre on any one side, machine pieced and machine quilted. Minimal embellishments, small amount only not to overpower the patchwork. All work to have been completed within the last 12 months. First Prize Rosette & $25 cash prize, Second $10 Sponsored by Prom Coast Hardware 826. VAS Hand Embroidery Competition An article of hand embroidery, any type, excluding cross-stitch. No larger than 1 metre on any one side. First Prize Rosette & $25 cash prize, Second $10 Sponsored by Prom Coast Hardware

CROCHET & KNITTING Two groups for judging, Open & Seniors 75yrs & Over . Open Seniors 75yrs + A Striped item – any item Crocheted or Knitted with distinct stripes. Photo to show item whole and then Class 827 828 inside out and then showing a seam.

829. VAS Knitting Competition A hand knitted garment for a Child 3-5 years of age, made from Pure Wool/Wool Blend of any ply. Must have attached label from wool used or label/receipt from woolen mill. All work to have been completed within the last 12 months. First Rosette & $20 voucher, Second $10 Sponsored by Evans Petroleum

830. VAS Crochet Competition Hand crocheted article made from pure wool/Wool blend of any ply. No larger than 50cm on any one side. Must have attached label from wool used or label/receipt from woollen mill. All work to have been completed within the last 12 months. First Rosette & $20 voucher, Second $10 Sponsored by Evans Petroleum

DAHLIAS Blooms – to be displayed in a vase or display bottle. A front view photo and a close-up photo of the bloom/blooms is required. 831. 1 Decorative, any size 832. 1 Cactus, any size 833. A container of mixed dahlias, any number of stems

CUT FLOWERS & POT PLANTS Cut Flowers – to be displayed in a vase or display bottle. A front and back view photo and a close-up photo of the bloom/blooms is required for Classes 1 & 2. 834. One Rose 835. Any other flower 836. Container of flowers 837. Container of Natives, Foliage, Flowers or both

Pot Plants – A front and an aerial photo (looking down onto the plant) 838. Indoor foliage plant 839. Pot plant in bloom 840. Cactus or Succulent 841. Hanging Basket

FLORAL ART Three groupings to be judged Adult, Junior & All Abilities

Adult Junior All abilities A vase of mixed ‘in season flowers’ Class 842 843 844

PHOTOGRAPHY (ONLINE) Steward: Colin Nicholas 0402 824 025

Entry: Entries must be emailed to [email protected] no later than 5:30pm on Monday 22nd February 2021. A limit of THREE (3) entries per category applies. No late entries will be accepted. Images must be no larger than 3MB. Each entry must be accompanied by the following details: Exhibitor name, exhibitor age (if entering category 1 or 6), contact phone number, image title and entry category name. Entry is FREE. Prizes are listed below.

BEST JUNIOR (16 years and under) First $10, second $5 sponsored by the South Gippsland Camera Club 901. Open subject (anything goes)

GENERAL (NO experienced photographers or photography club members) First $10, second $5 sponsored by the Manna Gum Community House 902. Landscape/seascape 903. Windows/doors

ADVANCED First $10, second $5 sponsored by the Manna Gum Community House 904. Black and white 905. Landscape/seascape

VAS COMPETITIONS A photo featuring “water”. Photographs must have been taken within 12 months of show day and within a 50km radius of Foster. Photos are to be digital entries only, however, winners will be asked to provide a printed image no larger than 20cm x 30cm and mounted on thick card with no more than a 3cm border. The winners qualify for regional finals and may go on to state finals at the Royal Melbourne Show. First $10, second $5 sponsored by the Manna Gum Community House

906. VAS Junior Photography (competitors are to be aged under 18 years of age on 27th February 2021) – “A Photo Featuring Water” 907. VAS Open Photography – “A Photo Featuring Water”

PET PARADE (ONLINE) Entry: Entry photographs are to be submitted to [email protected] by Monday 22nd February 2021. Include a face mask in the photo as proof that the photo is recent. Any species of pet is eligible including horses/ponies. Prizes: Prize packs sponsored by Alison Lester for winning exhibits.

1001. Pet with the biggest ears 1002. Pet with the fluffiest coat 1003. Pony/horse with the longest mane 1004. Fancy dress SHOW AMBASSADORS Steward: Ali Martin 0447 899 359 Winners will represent the Foster & District Show Society at the Regional Group Finals. Group final winners compete in the State Final run by VAS Ltd with the opportunity to win $700 (1st) and $300 (runner-up)

1101. VAS JUNIOR SHOW AMBASSADOR (for Entrants aged 16 – 19 years) Prize: 1st $100 & a lapel badge, 2nd $25 Sponsored by Paragreen Real Estate

Aims of the Junior Show Ambassador Award: · To support young people to engage with and participate in their local Agricultural Society . · To be part of a local Show and therefore highlighting the importance of Shows . · To meet new people from all age groups with the same interests. Conditions of entry: · Entrants must be aged between 16 & 19 years on the day of their Show. · Entrants to demonstrate an active involvement and a desire to be involved in the future and improvement of their local community and Show Society . · You will be invited by the Show Society to come along for judging by two judges. This will consist of a semi-formal interview in which you will be asked questions about yourself and assessed against the judging criteria. · Complete the entry form (available at www.fostershow.com) and submit together with your resume t o the Show Secretary via email [email protected] no later than Monday 22nd February 2021

1102. VAS RURAL AMBASSADOR AWARD (for Entrants aged 20 – 30 years) Prize: 1st $100, 2nd $25 Sponsored by Prom Coast Hardware

Aims of the Rural Ambassador Award: · To highlight the talent, creativity and ingenuity of young rural people and in doing os, encourage entrants to be role models in local communities . · To encourage and reward enthusiastic, skillful and industrious young people who are involved in their communities . · To assist all entrants through their participation to develop str ong communication and leadership qualities. · Enable the entrant to gain greater proficiency in their chosen field and also to develop entrants’ stature and reputation in that chosen field. Conditions of Entry: · Entrants must be aged between 20 & 30 years as at the 1st of May 2021 and must reside in Victoria. · Entrants may be involved in a rural or agricultural based industry or be associated with a Show Society/Field Day but do not necessarily need to reside in a rural community. · Entrants must demonstrate an active involvement and desire to be in involved in the future and improvement of their local community and or Show. · Complete the entry form (available at www.fostershow.com) and submit together with your resume to the Show Secretary via email [email protected] no later than Monday 22nd February 2021 · Provide information indicating your reason for applying for entry together with a curriculum vitae, indicating work experience, community participation, agricultural and Show involvement if applicable.

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BRONZE & COMMUNITY SPONSORS Jill & Howard Plowright The Mirror Newspaper Jessica Taylor Harris Farms, Dumbalk Dawn Allan Brown Wigg Meeniyan Kara Oxley Paragreen Real Estate South Gippsland Camera Club Sam's Patch, Foster Manna Gum Community House Evans Petroleum Homebush Pastoral Duesburys Gippsland Storr Transport Integrated Packaging Marriott Family, Foster Forage Lab Australia The Press Gallery Printers, Fish Creek PLEASE SUPPORT THE ORGANISATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGE THE INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE SUPPORTED OUR 2021 ONLINE SHOW

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