Wanneroo Agricultural Show
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The Wanneroo Show is an annual Agricultural show
run by the Wanneroo Agricultural Society (Inc.) within the City of Wanneroo at the Wanneroo Showgrounds. The Show is held on the last Friday and Saturday of November each year. The show is the premier annual event within the City of Wanneroo featuring agricultural competitions, rides, and showbags
. The show attracts over 20,000 people each year making it the state's largest regional agricultural show and the state's second largest agricultural show (after the Perth Royal Show
).
on the 21st April 1909. Following a resolution of the Wanneroo Road Board on 7 November 1908;
In the 24th April 1909 edition of the Western Mail, a report regarding the first Wanneroo Show appeared under the heading 'A Successful Display', and continued to describe events and activities that were part of the Show.
Among the invited guests attending the inaugural Wanneroo Show were Sir John and Lady Forrest accompanied by several other dignitaries from the Western Australian State Government.
Car parking is available for show attendees off Ariti Avenue in the carpark outside the Showgrounds main gate, plus within the Showgrounds.
Avoid parking on road verges around the Showgrounds or in areas adjacent to Yellagonga Regional Park. Parking within these locations is not permitted for show attendees, and the police will issue infringement notices to offenders.
The show offers a wide variety of showbags
and rides within sideshow alley.
The Wanneroo Agricultural Society has been organising the show for more than 100 years, lots of history is involved, which was recognized in 2009 when the show was awarded Wanneroo community event of the year. The show has a very bright future ahead as it enters into its second century.
Agricultural show
An agricultural show is a public event showcasing the equipment, animals, sports and recreation associated with agriculture and animal husbandry. The largest comprise a livestock show , a trade fair, competitions, and entertainment...
run by the Wanneroo Agricultural Society (Inc.) within the City of Wanneroo at the Wanneroo Showgrounds. The Show is held on the last Friday and Saturday of November each year. The show is the premier annual event within the City of Wanneroo featuring agricultural competitions, rides, and showbags
Showbag
The showbag is a themed bag of commercial merchandise, and a distinctive feature of Australian shows...
. The show attracts over 20,000 people each year making it the state's largest regional agricultural show and the state's second largest agricultural show (after the Perth Royal Show
Perth Royal Show
The Perth Royal Show is an annual show held in Perth, Western Australia at the Claremont Showgrounds. It features informational exhibits, agricultural competitions and display animals, a fairground and rides, and showbags. It has been held for over 100 years and is organised by the Royal...
).
History
The first Wanneroo show was officially opened by John ForrestJohn Forrest
Sir John Forrest GCMG was an Australian explorer, the first Premier of Western Australia and a cabinet minister in Australia's first federal parliament....
on the 21st April 1909. Following a resolution of the Wanneroo Road Board on 7 November 1908;
- "... that Members of the Board form themselves into a committee for the purpose of forming an Agricultural Society to promote a Show in the district" .
In the 24th April 1909 edition of the Western Mail, a report regarding the first Wanneroo Show appeared under the heading 'A Successful Display', and continued to describe events and activities that were part of the Show.
Among the invited guests attending the inaugural Wanneroo Show were Sir John and Lady Forrest accompanied by several other dignitaries from the Western Australian State Government.
The Modern Show
Each year the Wanneroo Show showcases agricultural, horticultural and other associated industries available in the Wanneroo region and has grown to become one of the largest shows in the state.Transport and Parking
The Shows increasing attraction and attendance has created new problems for the Wanneroo Showgrounds venue. Parking has become an increasing problem, with limited parking available at the Showgrounds.Car parking is available for show attendees off Ariti Avenue in the carpark outside the Showgrounds main gate, plus within the Showgrounds.
Avoid parking on road verges around the Showgrounds or in areas adjacent to Yellagonga Regional Park. Parking within these locations is not permitted for show attendees, and the police will issue infringement notices to offenders.
Additional Parking & Shuttle Bus
Additional parking is available within the carpark located at the rear of the City of Wanneroo Administration Building (off Dundebar Road) with over 300 bays available. Extra carpark spaces are available throughout the Wanneroo Town Centre. A free shuttle bus operates from the City of Wanneroo Administration Building carpark to the showgrounds between 6:00pm to 10:30pm on Friday and 3:00 to 10:30pm on Saturday.Shows and Performances
Stage shows, including singers, dancers, bands and a range of other performers, field events, displays, competitions and many other activities and attractions are available at the Wanneroo Show on Friday evening and all day Saturday.Wanneroo Show Idol
The Wanneroo Show Idol talent competition has become a tradition at the Show during recent years, with many talented entrants taking part and providing brilliant entertainment.Showbags and Sideshow Alley
The scope of the Show has also expanded. Although it includes traditional events – such as animal competitions – its agricultural focus has been somewhat replaced by a commercial fairground atmosphere.The show offers a wide variety of showbags
Showbag
The showbag is a themed bag of commercial merchandise, and a distinctive feature of Australian shows...
and rides within sideshow alley.
Exhibitions
Each year in the Margaret Cockman Pavilion there is a showcase of community produce and craft. There is also a children's section where a range of awards, prizes and trophies are awarded for the best exhibits in the various classes on display.Wanneroo Agricultural Society
The Wanneroo Agricultural Society, which is the organizing body for the show has been active since 1909 and was initially created in order to assist in developing the small community of agricultural growers.The Wanneroo Agricultural Society has been organising the show for more than 100 years, lots of history is involved, which was recognized in 2009 when the show was awarded Wanneroo community event of the year. The show has a very bright future ahead as it enters into its second century.