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Foxton Spring Fling: Large crowd enjoys entertainment and fun at annual event

Alyssa Smith
By Alyssa Smith
Multimedia journalist - Lower North Island·Horowhenua Chronicle·
29 Oct, 2024 09:09 PM2 mins to read

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Caitlin Sexton, 11, Maycee Bull, 12, Maddi Cherrie and Taynah Lineham, both 11, were selling customisable bracelets and other craft items at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith

Caitlin Sexton, 11, Maycee Bull, 12, Maddi Cherrie and Taynah Lineham, both 11, were selling customisable bracelets and other craft items at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith

The sun came out, as did the crowds, on Sunday for Foxton’s annual Spring Fling event.

With over 180 stalls, food trucks, a kids’ area, and even paintball, the annual event offered plenty to see and do.

For friends Caitlin Sexton, 11, Maycee Bull, 12, Maddi Cherrie and Taynah Lineham, both 11, it also provided the chance to make some extra pocket money by selling a range of crafts.

Maycee said they offered customers unique customised bracelets.

“They get to choose how it looks by deciding the colours and charms of the bracelet.

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Maddi said it was their first time setting up a stall at the Foxton Spring Fling.

“It’s been a lot of fun and we had quite a few people come along and have a look. We all wanted to make some extra pocket money by creating something we enjoy making.”

The Foxton Volunteer Fire Brigade demonstrated what a kitchen fire looks like at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
A large crowd gathered to watch the Foxton Volunteer Fire Brigade kitchen fire demonstration at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Lani Turner and Jacob Hoeta accompany the inflatable T-rex through the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Taleah Te Rangi, 5, enjoys the merry-go-round at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Nikau Lightband, 16, and Miya Harding, 15, at the S&S Crafts with owner Sarah Howes at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
There were musicians on the street, providing live entertainment as people explored the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Charlotte Mercer, 5, gets mermaid hair at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
There were musicians on the street, providing live entertainment as people explored the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Carlisle Hitchcock, 4, receives an airbrush tattoo at the Enchanted Moon Stall during the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Pick Me owners Emma Greback and Ruben Allen had plenty of plants for sale at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Te Ariki Henare, 5, was all smiles on the merry-go-round at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Oliver Hitchcock, 2, with the balloons he received at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Mel Chrystal and Ella Jenkins at the Village Cake and Bakes Fudge Bar stall during the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
A large crowd gathered for the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Foxton Te Awahou Lions Club members Jacquey Neilson, Marilyn Stratford, Margaret Pedersen and Karen Marshall were serving Devonshire teas and scones at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
A large crowd gathered for the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Eva Mattock and Cathy Tomkies had plenty of books to browse at their Book Nook stall at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith

Image 1 of 17: The Foxton Volunteer Fire Brigade demonstrated what a kitchen fire looks like at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith

For some of the younger Spring Fling visitors, it wasn’t the stalls that were most interesting, but the sweet treats on offer and the chance to explore some of Foxton’s static attractions.

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Ryland Wright, 5, enjoyed the chance to get a close up look at Foxton’s Palmerston Steam Engine replica, which sits on the corner of Main St and Avenue Rd.

“I think the machine is cool.”

He said it was his first Spring Fling, but he’s had lots of fun.

“I had lots of candyfloss.”

Ryland Wright, 5, explored the Palmerston steam engine at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Ryland Wright, 5, explored the Palmerston steam engine at the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith

Rose Latter, 6, spent some time at the Frontier Paintball stall, having a go at hitting targets with the paintballs to win a prize. She said it was a lot of fun.

“I even won a lollypop. It was super cool.”

Rose Latter, 6, tries out paintball at the Frontier Paintball stall during the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith
Rose Latter, 6, tries out paintball at the Frontier Paintball stall during the Foxton Spring Fling on Sunday, October 27. Photo / Alyssa Smith

Event treasurer Amanda Morris said the day was fantastic, with a great sunny start meaning people had plenty of time to enjoy all of the fun of the fair, before the rain joined the party at around 1pm.

“It was really humming but then unfortunately the heavens opened up and down it poured. It’s a little bit annoying but regardless, we had a fantastic morning of it.”

She said there were lots of people enjoying the day.

“There were lots of people. It was a fantastic event. It’s a shame about the rain but these things can’t be helped.”

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