Spouse carrying, shearing and so much more

Not only does the Flaxbourne A&P Show provide a great day out for all ages, it puts on a great entertainment lineup too.

Around 1.30pm the Grand Parade will be led out by the Blenheim & Districts Highland Pipe Band.

Always good for giggle, the Speight’s Spouse Carrying Competition kicks off at midday. If you think you can do it, grab your spouse, pop them over your shoulder and jump and weave through the obstacle course. The winner will win their spouse’s weight in beer!

The entertainment continues with the McKendry Mazda Flaxbourne Flyer event where teams of three take on chal- lenges to win cash prizes. This event is perfect for friends and a great opportunity to get a team together at 12.30pm and there’s a cash prize up for grabs for the winners.

Make sure you register your team prior to the event because spaces are limited.

One team member will ride (horse jumps), another drives a slalom course, and the third runs 100m in a sprint finish. The best time wins.

Towards the end of the day there’s the highly entertaining Ironman Competition; entries will be taken on the day. Competing for prize money and goods, teams of four takes turns at shearing a sheep powered by a person pedalling on a bike, then two have to use a cross saw and cut a log of wood, then roll a bale of wool down the front of the shed.

For those interested in shearing, the Hazletts Cookies Classic Shearing Competition will commence at 4.30pm where the Best Local Shearer from Senior to Cockies Classic categories will receive a trophy donated by the family of the late Bob Gilmore.

Dog lovers will be pleased to know the Terrier Race is on again this year, starting after the Grand Parade with entries taken on the day.

Of course, there are more than just fun competitions and activities at the show.

If you’d prefer something quieter you can have a look at the cooking, knitting, sewing sections or even the farm machinery.

After all the fun activities of the day you’ll be hungry but don’t worry, there will be plenty of food available.

There will not be Eftpos available on the day, so remember to take along cash.

There’s certainly going to be something for everyone, young and old, organisers say. With all of these events and so much more to offer, make sure you head out to Ward for the Flaxbourne A&P Show on Sunday, March 26 at Weld Park from 8am - 6pm.