Show your giving side

By Sonia Isaacs

With their 100th anniversary show coming up fast, Maleny Show Society are looking to springboard into the future by attracting younger volunteers to bring new energy, skillsets, and enthusiasm. Heading the call for new volunteers to support the long-standing members of the Show Society committee deliver another stellar event, Jason Bartholomew has stepped up to assist long running Trade Display Coordinator Paul GilmourWalsh.

Jason said as a Maleny local for over 35 years, he had been looking for an opportunity to join a community organisation. When approached by volunteer co-ordinator Lynda Burgess to consider getting involved, he realised his past skillsets co-ordinating logistics for agricultural trade shows, sales and business skills combined with a genuine desire to support his local community would be a great fit and beneficial allround.

Jason said he was excited to be able to bring new life and energy to the role, and offer some new ways of thinking; however, he was mindful of the opportunity to tap into the knowledge members, some of whom have been involved for over 30 years. He said collaborating with current steward Paul, he hoped to increase the quantity of the trade displays and attract more local businesses to get involved.

“With thousands of people attending every year, the Maleny Show really is a fantastic opportunity to highlight our local businesses. It’s important for younger people to get involved, especially while we still have the older committee members who can share their invaluable insights and knowledge,” said Jason.

Trade Display Coordinator and management committee member Paul Gilmour-Walsh said he had been involved since 1994 and he was pleased to see the younger generation seeing the value of ensuring the ongoing viability and success of the Maleny Show.

“I’m very happy Jason has agreed to help. It’s great to have innovative ideas and enthusiasm and it really breathes new life into our committee. Importantly it ensures a legacy and gives us confidence for the future success of the Show,” said Paul.

The Maleny Show runs from Friday-Saturday June 2-3, 2023, at the Maleny Showgrounds. For more details or to purchase tickets head to www.malenyshowsociety. org.au

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