Agricultural extravaganza at Alstonville Show

FROM bull riding to monster trucks – old and new will come together at the annual Alstonville Show from October 25 to 27.

The event at Alstonville Showground will also include dog trials, a cattle show, horse ring events, poultry and pavilion displays, and rides. Monster truck Scruffy will wow the crowd on Saturday night, with the event culminating in a fireworks show around 8.15pm.

Alstonville Agricultural Society secretary Faye Wilson said the monster truck was returning this year after missing last year.

“We like to mix things up a bit so last year we had motorbikes,” she said.

“There’s always a lot of interest in the pavilion entries and a lot of interest in the school exhibitions.

“We also have a LEGO exhibition for both children and adults.”

Ms Wilson said the first show was held in 1890, with many families passing down traditions from generation to generation.

“We love to put on a show for the community,” she said.

“It’s the only agricultural show in the Ballina Shire.

“I think it’s important for the community to be able to come to an affordable family event and that’s what the committee strives for.

“We make sure there’s lots of affordable entertainment for small children like the Wildlife Twins, a dinosaur show and a petting zoo, and a jumping castle and rides for little children as well as bigger ones.

“A lot of people take pride in the produce they have grown during the year; that’s on display in the pavilion.”

Entry is free on Friday to make it accessible for families, with tickets costing $15 for Saturday and $8 for children aged 10 to 16, and free for those under 10.

For more information, visit alstonvilleshow.com.