The countdown is on to our 125th Jubilee Show!
Hi Neighbours, the 125th Jubilee of the Waikato A&P Show is on 27th - 29th October. Mark the date in your diary now and visit our NEW LOOK WEBSITE!
Here's what you need to know for your Waikato A&P Show entries.
- Late entries will be received to 9th October with a late fee, and no guarantee of your name in the catalogue.
- Beef, Dairy Cattle and Alpacas need TB Certificates. Rams need Brucellosis Certificates. It's compulsory.
- Equestrian: Original Height Certificates are required for the ring only, not with entries.
- All sections: Confirmation forms for the ring are being sent out soon with Gate / Exhibitors Passes.
- Trade site applications are still being received but need to be paid on application. All current trade stall holders - your invoices are now due in full.
- SCHOOLS: Register now for the farm trail so kids can receive their booklets.
- COMPETITION: Cow Colouring Competition - print your entry form here. Prizes to be won. Watch the local papers also.
- COMPETITION: Snapshot Camera Photographic Competition is open to all ages - download your entry form here. Cash prizes.
- Sponsorships are due in now, especially images for the catalogue if applicable. Email to: accounts@waikatoaandp.co.nz or info@waikatoaandp.co.nz
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.5% Yes
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33.7% Maybe?
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24.8% No
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Fonterra cuts forecast milk forecast after a ninth straight global dairy trade auction dip
Fonterra has cut its forecast Farmgate Milk Price for the 2025/26 season after a ninth straight global dairy trade auction dip.
On Thursday, the Co-op adjusted the forecast range from $9-$10 per kilo of milk solids to $8.50 to $9.50 with the midpoint changing from $9.50 per to $9.
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