ROT& MELBOUU SUO September 18-28 ow.com.au. w.royalsh wwOfficial Show Guide 2008 .: ..-..",.. Grand Thomas Cook & Wrangler i. :1 Pavilion Show Sale %.,;:. ''. THOMAS COOK 0 BOOT 8, CLOTHING CO Carnival 50% to 80% off a great range ' Grounds Wrangler of Clothing and Boots The Western Original (Under the Public Stand closest to the main Carnival Map 6 I) Railway Entrance www.royalshowcom.a President's welcome FAMILIES from the city, the country and our Let the rural centres will come together for the 2008 Royal Melbourne Show. an event which is marked as a "must attend" on the calendars of hundreds of thousands of Victorians. The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria welcomes you to its 153rd Show, the only family event in the state that unites city dwellers and country folk for 11 days of fun, festivity, entertainment, education and participation. Generations have taken home a lifetime of memories to treasure and share with family members and friends. Society patron. the Governor of Victoria David de Kretser, will officially open the Show at noon on Saturday, September 20. If you have not been to the Show for a couple of years you will be amazed by the great design and layout of the indoor and outside spaces at the Showgrounds —the results of a vast overhaul undertaken during 2005-2006. This people-friendly site has spacious walkways linking well-appointed pavilions with areas to rein, listen to music or watch amazing demonstrations while enjoying fine food and beverages. The return of horses to the Show this year will restore a crucial balance to the event, enhancing the activities on the Coca-Cola Arena with competitions and entertainment. Last year the horse events had to be cancelled at the'last minute due to the devastating outbreak of equine influenza in Queensland and New South Wales, which threatened Victorian livestock. HERE'S nothing help all visitors make the most of their ADMISSION PRICES Everyone involved has worked towards creating unique and like the value and day, whatever their interest. There's memorable experiences for all patrons and exhibitors, with a T variety of the Royal the Fann Discovery Trail for kids, the Entry to the Show is your ticket to stronger animal and rural influence mixed with hands-on Great Tasting Trail for adults and a value for the whole family. It's a fun, experiences, education and entertainment. Melbourne Show. trail featuring the top must-see interactive, unforgettable day out and It's the place where city and attractions. your chance to see live Many of our competitions are renowned for attracting and country unite in a spectacular mix of The Show is great value for all, entertainment, first-class animal displaying the best quality and talent Australia has to offer —they colour, excitement and competition with a huge range of free activities competitions and demonstrations, will be gathered and presented at the Show for your appreciation. — a true celebration of everything and fun. heaps of free activities including the The Show is put together over many months, its constituent parts great in Victoria. new Farm Discovery Trail for kids, Competitions as diverse as cattle forming a mosaic, carefully moulded by people with skills and The Show is also part of Victoria's interactive sports and leisure games, breeding and woodchopping, prize history and an integral part of the blue-ribbon food and wine tasting, all interests in specific areas. Many of our supporters are part of our poultry and champion show dogs, dedicated volunteer army. history of thousands of families who your favourite showbags and more. love to visit and compete. cake decorating, craft and cooking, Don't miss the NAB Animal Nursery Discovery Farm and A day at the Show is a true country will feature on each of the 11-day companion animals, art, crafts, rides, showbags, displays and to city experience, with kids of all event — Victoria's largest and education, a showcase arena and entertainment, fine food and fun. ages able to experience the animals, longest-running annual public It's on all day, from 9.30am until late. We have something for every agriculture, competitions, attractions entertainment event. member of the family, no matter what age, providing wonderful and entertainment. The Show gives patrons the experiences and memories. This year the favourite horse chance to experience the best This is your event. Bring all the family to join us during September events, including the prestigious Victoria has in agricultural 18-28 at the Royal Melbourne Show. Garryowen competition, return after competitions and displays, rural missing last year due to horse 'flu — lifestyle, leisure activities, JOHN FOX the first year there were no horses at entertainment, food, wine, President, Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria the Show in its 152-year history. horticulture, showbags, rides and New Show experience trails will much more. Principal partners Premium sponsors Associate s . onsors Herald Sun PP 011 city of Melbourne DAIRYAUSTRALIA ezcalig" nab Ileflowleg ft/ So 61.7 real taste. tgAlt,ng reireshment RACV WEEKLIel'IMES Victorian Association of Forest Industries 1~1l ) Ma•or sponsors I'm lovin' it" `Me F Food People SAFEWAY 3AVIle 4W/0 stothamp MANN* Tupperware Pedigri?.e 7news )11 b ir) t whiskas SELBY'S RURAL FINANCE COMMOTION Let's talk STOKES STREET STUDIO WEEKLVANNIES www.roy'alshow.com.a' show begin ...tst 47% Adults $27 MEMBERSHIP BOUNCE BACK Concession $17 Join the Royal Agricultural Society Return to the Show for a Premier's welcome Children (aged 5-14 years) $13 of Victoria as a member and visit the second day for super-value WELCOME to the 2008 Royal Melbourne Under-5 free Show as many times as you like. discounted entry. oer Show. Family A (2 adults, 2 children) $65 As well as Show entry for yourself These tickets are available Family B (1 adult, 3 children) $50 and a transferrable guest card, you from all Information Booths. The Show is Victoria's largest and longest- Extra child with family A or B $7 can access the members' lounge and running annual public entertainment event. It Bounce Back Saving off is one of our most treasured events, and is From Friday, 19 September to get discounts on selected ticket price regular price now in its 153rd year. Sunday, 28 September, the following competition entry fees and car This year almost 600.000 people will pass discounted entry fees will apply to all parking, reciprocal rights to use Adults $18 $9 through the9gates and experience the fun of entering the Showgrounds after facilities at interstate shows, Concession $12 5.30pm: invitations to non-Show events and $5 the Show. It provides a wonderful opportunity for country life to come to the city. It's a great day out for Victorians Adults $20 more. Child $9 $4 of all ages. There's so much to see and do that many of you will want Concession $10 Country, metro and local resident to spend more than one day at the Show. Child (aged 5-14 years) $10 memberships, $140. Juniors $40. Family $40 *25 Family A (2 adults, 2 children) $50 Ph: 9281 7444 or go to There's a splendid array of entertainment, events, displays and Family B (1 adult, 3 children) $50 [email protected]. competitions; something for everyone. Extra child with family A or B $7 This year it is wonderful to see the return of the horses to the Show. Don't forget to pat a lamb, go on a ride, taste the exceptional food Buy tickets before you go to the RACV OFFER and pick up a showbag. Show at Ticketek (ph: 132 849 or go RACV members can show WEBSITE Have a great day at the Show. I look forward to seeing you there. to www.ticketek.com.au). Tickets their card and save up to 25 per VISIT www.royalshow.com.au are also available from Connex HON JOHN BRUMBY MP cent on entry after 2pm each for all the latest information and premium railway stations, selected Premier of Victoria Safeway stores and Australia Post day of the Show (excluding to help you plan your perfect outlets. Thursday, September 18). day at the Show. Open Visit the 01 °'1111 .10:40:41Y NAB 150 Tour Truck located at Herald Sun Town Square nab at the Royal Melbourne Show: 41t, 44( • et. • Australian Football Experience • PS3 SingStar Challenge 4 p • Air guitar competition 4 • Heritage exhibition and kids' activities rt, ot, ri Visit nab.com.au/150 for details. 470 nab www.royaishow.com.au Herald Sun NIMALS big and NAB ANIMAL small, short and tall, NURSERY furry or feathered, two DISCOVERY FARM legs or four are the soul of the Royal Melbourne THE NAB Animal Nursery Discovery Farm is a highlight for all Show. visitors. This year more than 10,000 No visit to the Show is complete animals are on display, from without a visit to the farm, home to newborn chicks to gentle giant all that is cute and cuddly. clydesdale horses and everything in As well as enjoying puppies, between. rabbits, quail, emus and more, you A trip to the Show is the perfect can get up close and personal with opportunity for city kids to get up close to your favourite baby animals. the farm animals they rarely see. A focal point of the farm is the There are even animal athletics for those birthing suite, which last year saw the with a competitive streak. Cheer on your birth of 100 lambs, including nine sets favourite pig in the pig racing or meet some of triplets and two sets of quadruplets.