KING Island enjoys its own special public holiday on March 5 for the annual Show Day.
The first show day, kicked off in 1910, when the population of our little island was just 778. The Country Women’s Association of Tasmania had not even been born then.
It was the year Harry Houdini, after several failed attempts managed to fly the first controlled flight by powered aircraft. He reached a height of 30 metres. In 2024 we’ll have Commando Skydivers.
They will be doing an air flag display and offering discounted tandem jumps (guaranteed higher than 30 metres).
Jumpers will leave from the airport and land at the showgrounds. There will be limited spaces available so be quick and book.
This show day is an opportunity for all classic car lovers to dust off and polish up their girls, ready to show off. Jenny Marshall is organising the line up so if you want in, please make contact her on 0429 833 728
Side Show Alley will again include the Muscle Flex hi striker. Can anyone beat our local Dale Reed? Surrounded by laughing clowns it will no doubt be a tough competition.
While you wait your turn, the famous (not kidding, check out Blow Up) and so talented Brendan the balloon man will keep you busy with his creations.
Dan the Pestman will be on the hunt for the toughest islander with his ice bath competition. If you have been braving the Bass Strait Ocean over this summer, this could be your flex with $1000 up for grabs.
If you are unfamiliar with this community event, be prepared for more competition… dog jumping, whip cracking, fun run, boot throwing and of course the traditional strut your stuff show girl and show boy comp.
All events are sponsored and have great prize money available for the talented.
Patrons will not be going hungry or thirsty this year.
The Grasshopper food truck from the big island will be treating us, alongside Island Sisters, K&K van, Holey Donuts, soft serve ice cream, Trish’s famous scones and of course our favourite Lions van.
KI Brewhouse and KI Distillery will be quenching our thirst with all sorts of fun surprises, think alcoholic soft serve.
With the island’s population blown out to 1585, on Monday, March 4 the pavilion is always hectic with exhibits from talented locals.
The space is abuzz with a huge number of volunteers supporting our guest CWA judges and ensuring all vegetables, artwork, needlework and baking are per rules and regulations.
Do you have something to share, or maybe you are chasing some prize money with your competitive side shining through.? It is free to enter, and you can enter as many sections as you wish.
Make sure your entries are lodged by Monday 26th. Please note the committee has decided not to award $2 and $1 prizes, we are putting our energy and donations into bigger prize money.
Be sure to read the fine print regarding delivery times and other bits and pieces that will help you win! If you need more details on entering call Narelle 0431 227 787 or if you need an exhibit number, text Claire 0438 017 860
In 2021 the committee decided to reintroduce the hoof to hook competition for both beef and lamb. This has allowed producers and our community to view the beast from our paddocks right through to their plate, Tuesday on hoof and Thursday on hook.
The lamb auction is always a frenzy of excitement being the perfect opportunity to bid on a lamb from any section and take home for the freezer.
Chance to win $100 if you pick the champion carcass. The beef and lamb carcasses will be judged by an accredited MSA grader from Tasmania on Thursday morning. Carcass viewing and barbecue from 1 pm at KIMSA.
KIMSA and King Island Meat Providore play a major part in this ‘Beast to Feast’ experience by purchasing four beef carcasses. There are still four beef places available for exhibitors for private kill (processing fee at entrants’ expense).
Questions regarding beef call Greg 0448 056 673 and sheep call Beau 0468 576 712
Also in the livestock arena is the Junior Judging competition, with the opportunity to compete at the Junior Beef Expo in Deloraine. Make contact with Anita for more details 0499 686 942
If you cannot resist the temptation to be part of this day and help, even just for an hour or two give Shannon a buzz 0499 102020. We have a working bee at the grounds on Saturday 24th, where extra hands are always appreciated.
We are excited to see you on the day, rain (hopefully), hail (not so) or shine.