2010
SHOW PROGRAM
Whilst some of the components of the 2010 Show are still in
the development stages, the following is an outline of the proposed
program of events. This program is subject to change or alteration
without notice.
Freds Pass Rural Show enters its 32nd year and attracts many
international, national and intra-Territory visitors and participants.
2010 promises to be an exciting event. As in 2098, we will continue
the components that encourage greater participation by our young
people, particularly those in the rural and remote areas of the
Northern Territory. Many components which were introduced in 2009
will again be featured in the 2010 Show including:
PERFORMING ARTS
Young people between the age of 10 to 25 years showcased their
talents and achievements to the wider community in 2010.
This component will again feature in 2010 show program.
A comprehensive information kit is currently being developed for
distribution to government and private schools within the Territory.
Advertising will also support these programs to encourage participation
by youth groups and oter interested parties.
EXHIBITIONS/ DISPLAYS
2009 saw over 200 companies, government organisations and community
groups exhibit at the Show. Both government and private sector
will be encouraged to exhibit at the Show however the focus will
be on interactive displays.
The cost of exhibiting will be incorporated into an overall sponsorship
package for organisations who are interested in exhibiting goods
and services. Alternatively a-site-only cost will be available
for potential exhibitors/participants.
WORKSHOPS
2010 will see workshops continue in the program of events. Workshops
may include
Instructors from each of these disciplines will offer participants
the chance to learn about each topic in an interactive manner.
That is, the participants will have the chance to become actively
involved rather than simply listening to lecture-style instructions.
The workshops are open to everyone from all age groups.
It is hoped that participants will be encouraged to further explore
the social or professional opportunities offered to each area
and get involved in community or professional groups from their
particular topic of interest.
COMPETITIONS
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RUGBY LEAGUE
Local Rugby team, Litchfield Bears, will again host “the
match of all matches” during the 2010 Show. |
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NT YOUNG RURAL ACHIEVER AWARD
Open to Young Territorians 13 - 25 years only
Sponsored by the Department of Regional Development, Primary Industry, Fisheries and Resources
The NT Young Rural Achiever Award is presented as part of the Freds Pass Show on Saturday, 15th May 2010. It recognises the talents and achievements of young people in rural industries and communities. Through this Award young people are encouraged to develop their skills in a range of areas relating to rural life.
Applicants must be Northern Territory residents, aged 13 – 25 years as at 6 May 2010
Junior category – ages 13 to 17 years Senior category – ages 18 to 25 years
Previous winners of Junior can no longer enter Junior category but are encouraged to enter Senior category.
Applicants must submit a resume with their application. The resume must include:
Refer to Entry form for guidelines
$550 prize money for the Junior category (1st - $400, 2nd - $100, 3rd - $50)
$650 prize money for the Senior category (1st - $500, 2nd - $100, 3rd - $50)
Prize monies courtesy of Department of Regional Development, Primary Industry, Fisheries and Resource
Trophy donated by Landmark
Senior Swag donated by The NT General Store
2nd Junior/Senior $100 Voucher donated by Circle B Stockman Outfitters
Bouquets donated by Majestic Orchids
3rd Junior/Senior $50 Voucher donated by Casuarina Mitre 10
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MAJOR AUCTION
The 2009 Major
Auction turned out to be a “fun and exciting”
event. The funds raised will be contributed towards equipment
and programs for future Shows, as well as donations to local
groups and clubs.. This is an informal auction which allows
exhibitors and participants to contribute.
The 2010 funds will go towards the
upgrading of the Freds Pass Show facilities. |
FINLAY'S STONEMASONARY RURAL BLOCK FRONTAGES COMPETITION
Entries close 1 May 2010
Judging conducted from 5-11 May 2010
Judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Competition is open to owners of rural blocks 5 acres and over, where the frontage of the block will be judged.
Points will be awarded for the following:
- Fence in good repair
- Front gate/ gates in good repair
- Good entrance - road surface
- Unique attributes: Flag poles, fancy work, plants, foliage, rocks etc.
FINLAY'S STONEMASONARY RURAL
BLOCK FRONTAGES COMPETITION PAGE |
MICK'S WHIPS - LOUDEST NOISE COMPETITION
Entry Fee: FREE
Sunday 16th May 2010 1pm - 2.30pm at Mick's Whips Workshop Area at the show, next to the Show Hall.
Age Categories:
- Under 5
- Under 8
- Under 10
- Under 12
- Under 14
- Under 16
- Men
- Women
Entries close COB Monday 10th May 2010
Entries may be accepted on the day only if categories are not filled.
Post or deliver entry form to Freds Pass Rural Show, PO Box 1019, HUMPTY DOO NT 0836
MICK'S WHIPS - LOUDEST NOISE COMPETITION PAGE |
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TALENT QUEST
It is proposed to host a Talent Quest in 2010.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
- The TALENT QUEST commences Sunday at 9.15 am.
- All contestants will perform One (1) act/ song but should have two items prepared.
- Acts should be kept to a minimum of 4 minutes.
- The SOUND SYSTEM & BACKING BAND (if required) will be
provided.
- ENTRY FEE must accompany all nominations together with official
entry form.
- Entries
posted to:
Talent Quest, 1019 HUMPTY DOO 0836 by COB Monday 3rd May 2010.
- Judging Criteria - Entertainment Value, Stage presentation, confidence, delivery, attitude, and quality of performance.
- The JUDGES’ DECISION is final. No correspondence will
be entered into.
- For further information contact Ken Brodie on Mobile 0429353859
TALENT QUEST PAGE |
EXISTING
ACTIVITIES
WOODCHOPPING CARNIVAL
Woodchopping has become a much anticipated event on the Show
calendar. Each year for the past 20 years, a group of axeman travel
from Tasmania to entertain showgoers with their skills and talents.
This year there will be an impressive line up of axemen.
COUNTRY MUSIC
CONCERT
This year’s country music concert will feature excellent artists both local and national
POLOCROSSE
CARNIVAL
The Northern Territory Polocrosse Association is again running
a Polocrosse Carnival in conjunction with the Freds Pass Rural
Show.At present there is a total of six clubs in the Territory, Howard
Springs, Noonamah, Palmerston, Humpty Doo, Litchfield, Darwin
River and Katherine. July 2002, saw Freds Pass Reserve as the venue for the Australian
National Polocrosse Championships with over 2000 people attending
this event.
EQUESTRIAN
EVENTS
The Pony Club Ground, is the homeground to the Noonamah Horse
and Pony Club, that features a continuing program of equestrian
events throughout the show.The Darwin Dressage Club hosts a range of Dressage events,
which are usually held on the day prior to the first official
open day of the Show.
Noonamah Horse and Pony Club hosts the Pony Club events
at the show and includes Hack, Rider and Handler Classes, Show
Jumping and Mounted Novelty Games. Pony Club is for young riders
ranging from toddlers to teenagers and beyond. There are six clubs
in the Top End, five from the Darwin area and one in Katherine,
with others in the Southern region of the Territory. Their peak
body is the Pony Club Association of the NT.
The Equestrian Federal Association Hack, Rider and Handler classes feature impeccably presented horses and riders. The Darwin
Show Horse Society runs these events, as well as the Australian
Stock Horse classes.
Show Jumping is a real crowd pleaser and The Darwin Show
Jump Club always has plenty of events on the program.
HALL ENTRIES
In the areas of arts /crafts/ horticulture/ cooking/ photography
etc. Freds Pass Rural Show has become a major attraction for Hall
entries. This year we are proposing to build a series of display
cabinets which will certainly highlight entries.
FIREWORKS DISPLAY
A highlight of the Show. The country music concert will commence
on the Saturday evening with a fireworks Spectacular.
LIVESTOCK
As always, there'll be lots of entries in this area including:
goats, pigs, cattle and buffalo, pigeons and poultry. Look out
for the Champions in each section.
GRAND PARADE
A family favourite, the Grand Parade will again be a feature
of this year’s Show.
PRIZE PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of prizes will be presented on the main stage area
throughout the two days of the Show.
RIDES AND AMUSEMENTS
All the fun at the Show. Side Show Alley will feature all the
favourite rides and amusements to entertain the young and not
so young at this year’s Show.
PUBLICITY
The Show will be publicised through print and broadcast media.
The Show will be also publicised through various publications. Organisations who also participate in the Show will be encouraged
to publicise the event through internal newsletters, reports etc.
Regular press releases will be issued to the Northern Territory
News, Territory Times, Palmerston Sun, Darwin Sun etc. and all
other appropriate print and electronic media outlets. In addition to the above we will purchase print advertising space
in order to properly inform the community about the Show. Posters and flyers will be distributed through the Territory.
These will be distributed to shopping centres, cafes, shire offices,
libraries. Information will also be distributed to mainstream
media, appropriate sporting clubs, local community groups, schools
and universities.
Participating groups will be encouraged to cross-promote the
event through their own advertising and promotional campaigns. Tie—in promotional opportunities will also be encouraged
with existing events which may complement The Freds Pass Rural
Show.
FREDS PASS RURAL
SHOW OUTCOMES
- Community Pride and Spirit
- Healthy Lifestyle Choices
- Positive Image of Youth
- Improved Self Esteem
- Greater Awareness and Appreciation of Indigenous and Ethnic
Cultures
- Appreciation of Rural lifestyle
FUNDING
The Show is a community rather than a commercial venture and
therefore needs to operate on a cost recovery basis. We are seeking
to offset the costs by obtaining sponsorship support (funding)
assistance from both the public and private sectors. The Show
supports over 25 community groups with their annual fundraising
efforts and funds raised through the major auction are available
to sporting and user groups of the Reserve to assist with purchasing
equipment.
The 2010 funds will go towards the upgrading of Freds Pass Show equipment.
SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
The Freds Pass Rural Show presents any organisation with the
opportunity to demonstrate its commitment to improving the quality
of our community – and to be seen by a large audience to
be doing so.
In recognition of contributing to the Show, your organisation
would be entitled to a range of benefits, the precise nature of
which would be determined by the level of support.
Benefits may include:
- Signage at the ShowNaming rights to activities/stages
- Advertising space in official program
- Acknowledgement in all official printed materials
- Acknowledgement on the onsite sponsors board
- Exhibition space at the Show
- Regular acknowledgement via the on site public address system
throughout the event
- Regular acknowledgement via print and broadcast media
- Logo acknowledgement in official materials
Or we could tailor a package to complement your
marketing agenda
All enquires should be directed to the Freds Pass Rural Show Office (See
info below)
Contact Details:
Freds Pass Show Office
Telephone 08 89831626
Facsimile 08 89833784
PO Box 1019, HUMPTY DOO, NT 0836
Email: fprs@bigpond.com
Web Address: http//:www.fredspass.org/
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