CANNING SHOW & EXHIBITION TALENT SUCCESSES CELEBRATED

CANNING SHOW BREAKS CROWD RECORDS

With many agricultural shows around the state fighting to maintain relevancy over the past decade, the Make Smoking History Canning Show this year defied the downward trend – and the challenges the stormy first night of weather threw at us – by achieving a record-breaking crowd. With well over 10,000 attendees, the community-driven, not-for-profit event saw a rise of nearly 50% more people through the gates.

Cannington Agricultural, Horticultural and Recreational Society Inc (CAHRS, who put on the annual event) CEO Dianne Begg remarked, “Whilst theweatherfrowned, we were happy to see so many smiles turn up, with the diversity of ages, backgrounds and interests giving the Cannington Exhibition Centre & Showgrounds all the warmth we needed.

“We celebrated 110 years with two nights of firework and a new vision for the future, going back to basics. Seeing kids young and old having as much fun with natural play elements like hay, sand and making worm farms as they did with the rides and showbags was inspirational.

“A HUGE thank you to our 70+ volunteers, tireless staff, engaged community groups, 500+ talented exhibitors, supportive partners and the attendees for contributing to a Show filled with entertaining spectacles, quality exhibitions and unique experiences.

CAHRS Event Officer Joanne Reavell added, “What a fabulous year CAHRS have had, with four big events throughout the year, ending on a high with our biggest Canning Show in many years. With ZAP Circus-taught tricks from the kids, motorbikes high in the sky, science activities a buzz and all the faces painted, we look forward to further building on many of the changes made, and next year adding even more fun to the Show!”

FEEDBACK

To assist this process of continuous positive change, we’re now looking for feedback on the 2019 Make Smoking History Canning Show. Whether positive or suggestions for change, we’d love to hear from attendees of this year’s Show to bring even more happiness to more people for the next 110 years!

PLEASE FILL OUT OR SHARE THIS SURVEY:  
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W2RY9TH

To say thanks, you’ll then go in the running to WIN:
– 1 x $50 Coles Group & Myer Voucher
– 2 x Adult Hoyts Vouchers to use with your choice of movies

EXHIBITION AWARDS CELEBRATED IN STYLE ON SATURDAY

A week after the 2019 Make Smoking History Canning Show was heralded as a success by media and smiles alike, the Presentation Evening & Awards celebrated the best exhibitors at an event held at the Cannington Exhibition Centre Saturday evening just gone, packed with both prestige and people.

An elegant three-course dinner event saw a collection of Cannington Agricultural, Horticultural and Recreational Society Inc (CAHRS) committee members and staff, distinguished guests and award-winning exhibitors frocking up and applauding some of the inspiring talent that was showcased this year at the Canning Show Exhibition

The competition saw 2000+ entries displayed, and more than 500+ exhibitors involved. Having taken a break from entering for a few years, after last winning the George H Wilson Perpetual Award in 2016, Ron Seaton returned with aplomb, taking out the Canning Show Exhibition’s highest honour on the night. Awarded to the exhibitor with the most points gained from placements overall, this is the sixth time he’s won the award (2003, ‘06, ‘11, ‘12, ‘16, 2019)!

Key awards handed out on the night included:

PERPETUAL TROPHY WINNERS:

George H Wilson Perpetual Award – RON SEATON

Ray & Rose Humphry Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Youth Exhibits – SKYE HOGAN

Kenneth E Clark Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Vegetables & Fruit – DEBRA DUCROW

Noel & Lurlene Dawkins Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Flowers – MARNIE HAMERSLEY-SMITH

Charles Treasure Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Home & Dairy Produce – GARY TEMPLEMAN

Ernest & Joan Clark Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Home Cooking – SHARON TAUKIRI

Jennifer Outram Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Sewing, Knitting, Crochet, Toys & Dolls – LYNN WAJON

Thomas W Hammond Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Handicrafts – JACQI BEAUMONT

James O’Donnell Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Hobby Ceramics – DEBORAH KAZICH

City Of Canning Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Painting & Drawing – ANGELINA CROTTY

Rob & Florence Corney Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Photography – NOLA HINDLEY   

Richard Liddelow Centenary Perpetual Trophy – For Best Exhibit In Industrial Arts – JOHN SINFIELD

Edweena Smith Perpetual Trophy – For Most Points Overall In Youth – ALICE JOHNSON

Agricultural Produce Commission (Beekeepers) Perpetual Trophy – GARY TEMPLEMAN

PEOPLE’S CHOICE:

Painting & Drawing – MARY-LOU BRIDGE

Plant in an Unusual Container – MAY WONG

Craft Challenge – Machine Sewing – LYNN HOONHOUT

SCHOOLS CHALLENGE:

Most Entries From A School – CAMPBELL PRIMARY SCHOOL

Second Most – CANNINGTON COMMUNITY ESC

8 yrs & underBest Entry – Campbell Primary School – AAROHI

9-12 Best Entry – Parkwood Primary School – SARAH BELL

13-18 Best Entry – Southern River College – TAYA PARFITT

CAHRS CEO Dianne Begg applauded, “This year the quality of the Exhibition was impressive, with the high-quality exhibits coming from diverse entrants, ranging from 5 to 90+ year olds. Judged anonymously, all entries were exhibited as part of the Make Smoking History Show, filling our 3 main halls at Canning Exhibition Centre.

“This year saw promising growth in many areas, from some tremendous feats of herb-growing to strong performances in traditional crochet and knitting classes, reflecting the success of CAHRS workshops, groups and classes to learn and develop these skills throughout the year.”

FULL LIST OF CLASS CHAMPIONS AND OTHER AWARD WINNERS: https://canningshow.com.au/results/

MORE INFO: WWW.CANNINGSHOW.COM.AU  //  aarom@cahrs.com.au