Michael Tuckerman, Catherine McCormack, Mayor Jasmin Jones, Wendy Tuckerman MP, Michael McCormack Member for Riverina and Yass Show Society President Anne Hazell.
The Yass Show was once again a resounding success, with record breaking exhibits, enthusiastic crowds, and memorable moments that will leave a lasting impression on the community. From exciting animal competitions to creative displays in the Junior Pavilion, the show exceeded expectations, bringing together locals and visitors for a day of family friendly fun.
One of the most anticipated events was the Yass Primary Schools competition, which invited students to design the First Place Card for the Junior Pavilion Sections of the 2025 Yass Show.
Anne Hazel, President of the Yass Show, expressed her delight at the response “What a wonderful response we had to the competition. Thank you to all who participated, and we are excited to announce that it will be back next year!”
The winning design, created by Louis Arnold of Mt Carmel School, received high praise.
The Show’s animal competitions were a highlight of the weekend, with crowds gathering to watch the impressive performances.
One of the most talked about events was the dog high jump. Although mainly small dogs competed, their agility and energy had the audience roaring with excitement.
“You could hear the cheering across the Showground,” Anne Hazel said, “It created such a great atmosphere, and now that people know what it’s all about, we expect even more dogs to participate next year!”
In addition to the dog competitions, the cattle section saw an impressive turnout of over 70 junior handlers. The Merino sheep judging also drew a large crowd, with 15 young participants showcasing their skills in judging the fine wool breeds. The high school students were also involved, with strong participation in the British and coloured sheep sections, as well as the shearing demonstrations.
The pavilion was another major attraction, with a remarkable variety of entries in different sections. Anne was particularly pleased with the high number of jams and preserves, setting a new record for the show.
“The pavilion looked fantastic,” she said. “We had very good entries right across the board. And despite the heat, the gate was up slightly on the previous year, which was fantastic to see.”
Among the many highlights was the Heaviest Pumpkin competition, which drew a respectable eight to ten entries.
Considering the dry conditions leading up to the event, the fruit and vegetable displays were particularly impressive, showcasing the resilience and creativity of local gardeners.
In recognition of long-time support for the show, the Royal Agricultural Society Medal was awarded to Leslie Cox, a cherished community member who has contributed to the event for decades.
“It was an honour to present Leslie with the award,” said Anne. “Her dedication to the show has been truly invaluable.”
As the dust settled on the weekend, it was clear that the Yass Show had once again proven itself to be a celebration of community, creativity, and tradition. The success of this year’s event has set a high standard for future shows, and Anne Hazel is already looking forward to next year’s festivities.
“We had a fantastic day,” she said. “And we can’t wait to do it all again next year!”
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