Royal Melbourne Show
Displays
Equestrian Competition.
Competitions
The major rural competitions of the show include Alpaca competitions, Beef Cattle Competitions, Beef Carcase Competitions, Dairy Cattle Competition, Dog Competitions, Angora goat Competitions, Boer Goat Competitions, Dairy Goat Competitions, Horse Competitions, Poultry Competition, Sheep Competition, Domestic Animal Competitions, Fleece Competitions and Woodchop Competitions.
The major equestrienne competition of Australia is the Garryowen trophy which is held here. This is a memorial trophy to Mrs Murrell’s bravery in attempting to save her hack, Garryowen. The competition is judged on mount, costume, saddlery, riding ability and general appearance of horsewomen.
There are also Art, Craft and Cookery Competitions.
Pavilions
An Alpaca.
Merino sheep.
A young Hereford.
Located all around the show grounds are a total of fifteen pavilions and arenas. These include:-
The Grand Pavilion where you can buy produce including wine, cheese, smallgoods, sauces, fresh fruit and vegetables. There is also homemade ice cream, cheese, hand made chocolates and more.
The Grand Boulevard is a boulevard with selected themed commercial sites scattered along the spine sweeps across the full length of the site.
The Herald Sun Town Square has large open grassed areas with food stalls and daily entertainment.
The Coca-Cola Arena is a 9,000 square metre open air arena where crowds can watch the special events and entertainment.
nab Animal Nursery Discovery Farm has baby animals, a shearing shed, a milking shed and a chook shed.
The Woodchop Pavilion has woodchopping competitions during the day and music at night. .
The Livestock Pavilion. this is a huge pavilion where you can see the animals or watch what happening on the judging rings.
The Showbag Pavilion. is a large 3,000 square metre Hoecker building. Primary site for Showbag sales.
The Rural Life Pavilion is full of crafts such as clothing, leather goods, home made and hand-crafted jewellery and glass decorations.
The Weekly Times AgriTech where companies, government agencies and educational institutions come together to present a showcase of the latest innovations in agriculture, spanning everything from cropping to machinery.
The Wonderful World of Pets promotes products and services directly targeted towards pet owners, including grooming products, pet foods and pet equipment.
The Victorian Government Expo.
The Kids Zone Pavilion, Incorporating stalls selling toys and merchandise, and activities for Kids.
The Sports and Leisure Pavilion where you can take part in the interactive sports and leisure activities located next to the Showbag Hall.
The Market Bazaar has a variety of knick knacks and novelties. Products range from mobile phone accessories, novelties, jewellery, magic, clothing, artwork and other items.
The Arts and crafts Pavilion has art, craft and photography displays.
Entertainment
Entertainment consists of multiple live performances, activities and displays. Entertainers have included Dorothy the Dinosaur from the children’s group The Wiggles, Play School concert, Sampson the Monster truck, clowns, caricature artists and many more. in addition to 774 ABC Melbourne radio outside broadcast. There is a nightly fireworks display and live performances. Lights, colours and sound provide a unique atmosphere in the Carnival precinct at night. The views from the Ferris wheel across Melbourne skyline and the Showgrounds are significant and if you’re lucky enough to be on the top as the fireworks display begins youl enjoy the best seats in the house. The show grounds houses an abundance of rides ranging from dodgem cars to roller coasters and helicopter rides.
Rides
Rides at the Melbourne Show 2005.
Dodgem Cars.
Wave Swinger
Claw
Cliff Hanger
Crazy Coaster
Dodgem Cars
Dominator
Ferris Wheel
Rockin’ Tug
Hard Rock
Techno Jump
Taipan
No Limit
Thunderbolt
Sea XPlorer
Mad Mouse
Chaos
Alibaba
Roller Ghoster
Breakdance
Speed
Mega Mix Ride
Kamikaze
Space Roller
Twin Flip (possibly no more due to an accident at Royal Adelaide Show in late 2006)
The children’s rides include:
Grand Carousel
Jump Around
Taxi Jet Car
Circus Swing
Harley Hog Motor Bike Ride
Rockin’ Tug
Flash Dance
Shark Inflatable
Tiger Inflatable
Elephant Jet
Miniature Railway
Go Gator Coaster
Circus Circus
F1 Euro Slide
Undersea Mini Wheel
City Bridge Convoy
Samba Balloon Ride
Aladdin Mini Jet
Cup & Saucer Ride
Outback Pony Rides
Outback Rattler
Free Fall
Mini Jet
Train Ride
Ferrari 500 Racers
Magic Swans
Tickets 2009
Ticket
Price
Adult
$28.00
Child (Under 5)
Free
Child (5 – 14)
$13.00
Concession
$17.00
Senior – 25th of September ONLY
$13.00
Family A (2 adults, 2 children)
$65.00
Family B (1 adult, 3 children)
$52.00
It should be noted that last years prices dropped because there were no horses at the event due to the flu crisis. This year, there should be horses at the event raising prices by a couple of dollars.
Partners & Sponsors
The Royal Melbourne Show is sponsored by a large number of companies and organisations. These are; Coca-Cola, Safeway, National Australia Bank (NAB), Pedigree and Kubota. The show is proudly sponsored by KR Castlemaine, The Weekly Times, Rural Finance, ProCal Dairies, Herald Sun, Tooheys, Bundaberg, Stock and Land, Cleanevent, Whiskas, City of Melbourne, Channel Nine, Highpoint, Peters and ITC. Royal Melbourne Show is a media partner of ABC & Channel 31 Melbourne.
See also
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Showgrounds Railway Station
Sydney Royal Easter Show
External links
Royal Melbourne Show website
Live at Night at the Royal Melbourne Show
http://www.royalshow.com.au/information-2006.asp
http://www.royalshow.com.au/competitions-2006.asp
http://www.royalshow.com.au/showbags-2006.asp
Photos from the 2006 Royal Melbourne Show (post renovations.)
References
^ Royal Melbourne Show 2008
^ Garryowen back in family Retrieved on 15 October 2008
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Summer
All: Summer Fun in the City of Melbourne
December: Australian Dancesport Championships Australian Film Institute Awards Boxing Day Test Carols by Candlelight Myer Christmas Parade
January: Australian Open Midsumma Festival Melbourne International Boat Show One Day International Cricket
February: Melbourne International Motor Show St Kilda Festival
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