Community & Business
18 April, 2022
Allora Show Equestrian Events Finally Held
Due to the Allora Show being cancelled in February meant The Equestrian, Show Jumping and Dressage Competitions were transferred April. The Show Jumping attracted good entries with winners awarded in the Ted Cowley Memorial Jump.
It was wonderful to see the Allora Showgrounds a hive of activity earlier this month with the hosting of the Allora Show Equestrian, Show Jumping and Dressage Competitions.
It was always on the agenda to proceed with the Competitions after the unfortunate cancellation of the Allora Show in February, and even though there was unprecedented rain at the beginning of the week, the Equestrian Events went ahead in perfect Autumn weather.
Competitors came from as far as Mackay to the north, Glen Innes to the South, Roma to the west and all areas in between.
The Ridden and Led Show Classes were very well supported on Saturday with Competitors overwhelmed by the wonderful support of our Sponsors. The Main Ring was picture-perfect after the very wet Autumn and it was great to see the six Competition Rings busy all day.
The Show Jumping Events took place in the Undercover Arena with the Competitors and Judge complementing the Show Society on this wonderful asset. Visitors were able to purchase their Refreshments from the ‘Ring Side Café’ and view the Show Jumping from the comfort of the covered Bar area.
The well-supported Dressage Competition took place in the Main Ring on Sunday where two Dressage Arenas were kept busy until well into the afternoon.
These Events cannot proceed without the generosity of our Sponsors and the wonderful support of the Show Society Volunteers who work tirelessly to keep the grounds in immaculate condition. The Judges, Canteen Workers, Ring Office Volunteers and Stewards are also to be commended for their efforts which enabled the Weekend to proceed.
Our Show Patron, Mrs Dorothy Rubie, spent Saturday in the Ring Office, keeping the ‘younger’ brigade on task. Dorothy has given over 50 years of service to the Show Society and her contribution is still very much valued.
With the easing of Qld Health mandates, it will now make the staging of events at the Showgrounds much easier, where everyone can attend, and the Show Society looks forward to announcing a date, in the near future, for the postponed ‘Allora Show Bull Ride’.
Sue Huston
Allora Show Society
