Kaikohe A&P displays everything rural

Everything rural will be on display later this month at the Kaikohe Agricultural, Pastoral & Horticultural Show which is celebrating its 90th birthday this year.

Dubbed a great family day out that showcases everything rural, the Kaikohe Agricultural, Pastoral & Horticultural Show will be held at the Kaikohe Show Grounds, on the corner of State Highway 12 and Ngawha Springs Rd on January 21.

Organisers say, if the kids are getting restless as the end of the school holidays near, the event will host of range of competitions for various age groups including baking, floral artistry and many hobbies.

There is also the scarecrow-making and garden in a wheelbarrow competitions for students and adults.

Entertainment this year is Rob Bloor with his Kiwi Circus of Fire and giant bubbles, with music from Jack Tane, while DDF Dance Troupe will put on great display of modern movement.

And the wood chopping events are back.

Sharpened blades will glint in the sun as they smashing their way through the logs.

Shearing is a popular event, along with the small animals and rare breeds and the animal petting area.

The usual equestrian and livestock events will be all go.

The miniature horses are cute while the Horse and buggy events are great to watch.

There are also the pet calves and lambs competitions, trade, commercial and craft stalls and a variety of kai and refreshments.

The show schedule of competition classes can be downloaded from www.ras.org.nz.

Public Gate 2 opens at 9am on show day.

Entry is $10 per person for those aged 15 and over.