Maleny Show Society launches 2024 program
By Mitch Gaynor
THE Maleny Show Society is looking to the younger generation to help broaden the appeal of the annual two-day event, following its hugely successful 100th celebration in 2023.
The Society introduced its newest group, the Maleny Millennial Moo’vers, at its 2024 show launch last week.
The Moo’vers aim to inject a host of youthful and family-friendly activities up to and including the May 31 and June 1 show starting with a Best Western Country Bash in March. Speaking at the launch, Moo’vers member, Laura Howard, said the aim of the group was to involve younger people in what is a beloved tradition. “We all just joined the Show Society ourselves and wanted to come up with activities and events that helped the next generation get more involved in the Show,” Laura said. “We want to help out where we can and do what we can to help the community as well.”
The Country Bash, to be held at the Dairy Pavilion at the showgrounds on March 16, includes a mechanical bull, food trucks and kids rides. There’s also live music from the Tennessee Lights and children 13 and under come free (with a paying adult).
“We want to create a fun night and show that the Show Society can do so much more than one weekend of the year,” Laura said.
“Bring the family along, we’d love to see you all there on March 16.”
The launch was also an opportunity for the committee to thank volunteers and sponsors for their past support and a chance to find out what is planned for this year’s May 31 and June 1 event.
“Community involvement not only assists the Society in many ways but ensures that we showcase the best of the Hinterland through agricultural displays and competitions that encourage our younger generation to become involved in interesting and informative activities,” new president Lynda Burgess said.
The Show Society is also calling out for new businesses and individuals to sponsor or support some of the show events. Contact 5229 7008 or email malenyshowsociety@bigpond.com for details.
