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MEDIA RELEASE 23 July 2010 2010 ‘Country Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo Agriculture on show! With over 215 exhibitors on over 270 sites at the Nyngan Showgrounds, this year is shaping up to be even bigger than last year’s record breaking ‘Country Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo. On Saturday 7 th August, visitors will have more agricultural sites to visit and with businesses such as NAB Agribusiness, Robert Handsaker Ford, Parisi Motorcycles, Ecosmart, Landmark, Fargo, Telstra, Martel Accounting, Rabobank, & Special One Grain, the Expo will provide the perfect platform for you to find out more about how and which products and services can assist you at home and with your businessIndustry and Investment NSW will speak from the Expo Demonstration Paddock at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm regarding their onsite trial. Six varieties of wheat including Crusader, Eaglehawk, Gregory, Lincoln, IPB05/2148 and Sun44H in addition to barley variety Hindmarsh, were sown on Friday 16 th July.Three strips of each variety were sown. The first untreated placed at approximately 25mm depth, second untreated at approximately 45mm and the third treated with triadimenol (at a rate of 150g per 100kg of seed) was sown at approximately 45mm depth. The intention of the trial is to show what affect the seed dressing triadimenol might have on seed emergence and the length of the coleoptile growing from the seed. The triadimenol was applied at a higher rate than usually recommended as it then provides the plant with higher protection from stripe rust. Preparation of the area included spraying on Friday 16 th July with glyphosate (2L/ha) and carfentrazone (50ml/ha), and on Tuesday 20th August with paraquat (1.6L/ha)Visit the Industry & Investment NSW site to have your questions answered and to obtain more information on livestock, rangelands, agronomy research and agronomy advisory services. The Livestock Health & Pest Authority will provide a presentation regarding the locust situation, checking your land for egg beds, implementation and information. These will take place from the skillion at 10.30am and 2pm. This will be an extremely important and hot topic for everyone across the district. The Central West Catchment Management Authority’s photography competition is open and with this year’s theme of ‘Droughts & Flooding Rains’ there should be some great entries. The CW CMA’s aim is to exhibit an impressive collection of images that capture the magnificent landscapes and people that make the Central West Catchment a great place to live, plus it is open to everyone! The CW CMA is a proud supporter of the Nyngan Ag Expo as it provides a great opportunity to showcase services and promote natural resource initiatives. The latest round of incentive programs has opened with opportunities including farm planning, increasing soil carbon, the carbon cocky competition and small grants available. 2010 ‘Country Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo "Inform, Educate & Promote" T: 02 6832 1238 M: 0428 376 068 F: 02 6832 2539 A: PO Box 115, Nyngan NSW 2825 E: nynganagexpo@bigpond.com W: www.nynexpo.com As a community driven organisation dedicated to building partnerships to bring about environmental improvement and land management change, the CW CMA has implemented over 3,000 on- ground projects, investing over $60 million for effective and practical natural resource management. This body of work could not have been achieved without the strong partnerships formed with landholders, local government, community groups, Aboriginal communities, key organisations and the wider community. Visit the Central West CMA site at the Nyngan Ag Expo to talk about the latest funding and future directions for the catchment’s natural resources for a sustainable future. Chris Jones of Condobolin returns to the Nyngan Ag Expo with the Single Disc Drill, manufactured under license by Amity Technology in the United States. With less than three moving parts per row, and the seeding assembly only requiring greasing once a year, the machine is very low maintenance and reliable. The Single Disc Drill has been working in Australia for its third season and the much anticipated release of the 60ft Single Disc Drill will be announced later this year. New exhibitor Thompson trading will have the Davis Starlifter on show. It is an award winning dual purpose tool to make life on the land just that little bit easier. It minimises back strain as the Starlifter enables you to elevate logs, and execute the cut in one smooth action with the operator remaining in an upright position. It also lifts starposts vertically out of the ground alleviating bending damage and consequently saves the cost of post replacement. It also allows adjustments to be made while the fence is still intact. If you would like to be involved in the Expo or join the team, please do not hesitate to contact Robyn Harris, Expo Coordinator by phoning 02 6832 1238.
15 July 2010 2010 ‘Country Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo Livestock & Working Dogs Join in the fun from 9.00am on Saturday 7 th August at the Nyngan Showgrounds for the 2010 „Country Energy‟ Nyngan Ag Expo. With over 210 exhibitors including agriculture, livestock and machinery to camping, colleges, craft, solar systems, vehicle displays, wineries, and more!David Smith, committee member said "The livestock division will be abuzz with alpacas and sheep breeds including merinos, samms, dohnes, dorpers, white dorpers and poll dorsets. Local and regional breeders from across the state will be represented on Saturday 7 th August. We are looking forward to catching up with everyone and meeting new exhibitors.""Visitors will also have a chance to visit the sites of Coggan Wool, Weston Fence, Elders, Shearing Supplies and Carter Lindsay & Weber, each of whom have a long association with the Nyngan Ag Expo." Terry Tremain, chairman said "Last year we had a fantastic day with an incredible number of enquiries across the livestock arena. Our cattle section continues to grow. We expect 80 to 90 head and this year breeds will include brafords, drought masters, brahmans, angus, shorthorns, charolais, poll herefords, mandalong specials, limousin and santa gertrudis. David Butler, committee member said "Stockyard and fencing, shearing equipment, rural supplies, the Central West Livestock Health and Pest Authority and a kelpie stud will be just some of the many other businesses associated with the livestock arena. For those with chickens at home, visit the Chicken Tractor site to see some of the many chook pens available for domestic solutions. The Nyngan Ag Expo is pleased to be associated with the Dog Pro Plus Sheep Dog Trials. Joy White, event coordinator said "The Trials begin on Thursday 5 th August and continue until Sunday afternoon. There are a record number of participants with 116 entries in the "RSL Encourage" event run conjunction with "Nyngan Toyota Novice". Another 138 entries have been received for the "Carter Lindsay and Weber Improver" event held in conjunction with the "Dog Pro Plus Open"."Entrants will come from across New South Wales and Tasmania. A special thank you to the judges Ray Pollard, Encourage & Novice events and to Ken Robinson, Improver and Open events." If you would like to be involved in the Expo or join the team, please do not hesitate to contact Robyn Harris, Expo Coordinator by phoning 02 6832 1238.
7 July 2010 Country Energy take community support to great heights The Country Energy Nyngan Ag Expo will celebrate its 18th year in 2010 and the local committee is expecting the great season to bring record crowds and exhibitors to the Nyngan showground to enjoy this diverse and entertaining event. Country Energy has supported the expo from day one, and in 2010 the electricity supplier will continue to be the events major sponsor. "Country Energy is local, we are based here and we live here too, it is important for us to support our local communities and groups like the Nyngan Ag Expo committee that are focussed on creating events that bring continued economic benefits to the region," said Country Energy’s regional general manager Pete Halliwell. "The Nyngan Ag Expo has gone from strength to strength, the event has stood the test of the harsh drought and it’s been a pleasure to stand beside a committee that is so committed to their region," said Pete. "Our community sponsorship program gives regional organisations the opportunity to access financial support that can make all the difference to their event, and in the long run creates ongoing benefits for not only that group but the entire region," said Pete. Nyngan Ag Expo coordinator, Robyn Harris said Country Energy is a good corporate citizen that invests in the community; they understand how valuable our event is to the region and have always helped us make it as successful as possible. "They have also helped us make it as environmentally friendly as possible," added Robyn. "This year for the fourth year running Country Energy will be offsetting all energy used at the expo with green energy that is purchased from renewable sources like wind or solar generators." As in past years Country Energy will also be a major exhibitor at the expo, Pete said the Expo gives Country Energy a unique opportunity to speak face to face some of their more remote customers. "Our display will focus on energy efficiency and safety; our Nyngan field service centre team will also be demonstrating some outdoor network maintenance techniques, scaling 11 metre power poles at the site." "We will also be profiling some of the network projects in the area and showing customers how these improvements will benefit them," Pete said. "Our popular cooking demonstrations will take place all day - so make sure you drop into the Country Energy marquee for a cuppa and some friendly energy advice," he said. Media contact: Helen Rhodes, Manager Community Relations, north western 02 6370 7010 or 0427 220 776 Country Energy is a leading Australian energy services corporation owned by the New South Wales Government, with around 4,500 employees serving more than 800,000 customers. The utility manages Australia’s largest power supply network across 95 per cent of New South Wales’ land mass and offers retail electricity in six states and territories.
1st July 2010 Scrumptious Food & Wine! Get ready for a delectable, delightful and luxurious afternoon with the „Aussie Country Catering‟ Food & Wine Extravaganza at the Nyngan Showground for the 2010 "Country Energy" Nyngan Ag Expo, taking place on Saturday 7 th August!"After the success of last year‟s event we are really looking forward to coming back to Nyngan, to be a part of the Expo. We will have a range of mouth watering and hearty meals for patrons to choose from including steaks, roasts, curries and sweet and sour dishes" said Daryl Jackson of Aussie Country Catering. "Our marquees are often used for garden weddings and functions throughout New South Wales and into southern Queensland, in fact with have 60 different marquees to choose from. Rural weddings are our specialty and we thoroughly enjoy visiting different regions and districts to meet new people and cater for their special event." Singers Derek Thompson and Margie May Hockey will keep Expo visitors entertained under the Aussie Country Catering marquee. Derek is 19 years old and has been singing and playing guitar for the past nine years on the country music circuit, participating in numerous music competitions. He is also studying primary teaching at Armidale University. At 14 years of age Margie-May Hockey is already a multi-award winning singer/songwriter. Margie-May is from Geurie and earlier this year was crowned "Aristocrat Junior Entertainer of the Year". She will attend the Junior Academy of Australian Country Music in July and Margie-May was recently named as a finalist in the 2010 Junior Saddles Awards, to be held in Sydney in October. Whilst enjoying the entertainment visit Jamie and Lucy of The Outback Motor Inn. Lucy said "Our team will be running the bar with a great range of drinks including Arrowfield Wines, and an assortment of beers, soft drinks and spirits. If you are looking for accommodation over the weekend of the Expo or at any other time, come and see us for more information on The Outback Motor Inn‟s rooms and a la carte restaurant which is open six days a week, Monday through to Saturday." Visitors to the Expo will also find scrumptious items available from Delectables, Dutch Proffertjes & Coffee, Tilley‟s Wines, BW & MJ Salt, Macquarie Grove Vineyard, Outback Country Crafts, Red Earth Estate and the Woodfired Pizza Guy. If you would like to be involved in the Expo or join the team, please do not hesitate to contact Robyn Harris, Expo Coordinator by phoning 02 6832 1238. 24th June 2010 Press Release Fun for the whole family! We‟ve heard her on the radio, read her books and seen her on television. And on Saturday 7 th August, you can meet Shannon Lush who will be at the 2010 „Country Energy‟ Nyngan Ag Expo. A familiar voice on the ABC, Shannon is well known as the cleaning and home hints guru with her name to books such as „Stainless‟, „Spotless‟ and the „Lush House‟ DVD.How does getting involved in The Vortex, Mirror Mirages, X-rays sleuth, Tornado Twister, Stomping Rockets, Gears gears gears, Gyro-Fly Wheels, Handstampers and Boomwhackers sound? And if that‟s not enough s ee gigantic bubbles, flying toilet paper, hair-raising electricity experiments, bubbling liquid nitrogen demos, levitating beach balls, volunteers on a nail chair, a giant gyroscope, fire balls and much more!Fizzics education was a hit with children and adults of all ages last year, and Ben will return to give two shows from 1pm to 1.30pm and again from 1.45pm until 4pm. Gold sponsor the Bogan Shire Council‟s exhibit will be a „hot spot‟ for families again this year. This site will give Dads and Mums a chance to take a seat, while children enjoy playing with toys in the sandpit, get busy at the craft table, dabble in some colouring in, play with balloons and have their face painted all under the shade of the tent. Fliers regarding the services provided by the Bogan Shire Council and the Bogan Bush Mobile‟s regular events in Collie, Duck Creek, Girilambone, Hermidale, Marra, Marthaguy, Nevertire, Nyngan, Quambone, Tottenham, Trangie and Warren will be available. If your family loves camping and the great outdoors, visit the Dubbo Fishing and Outdoors exhibit. George Loudon of Dubbo Bait and Tackle said "Not only will we bring bait & tackle, but also kayaks, swags, yabby pots, opera house traps, drop pots, landing nets, tackle boxes, rods, rod holders, reels, lines, books, fishing & hunting DVDs, hunting accessories , apparel, sunglasses and electric motors." The Nyngan Ag Expo‟s colouring in competition is open and entries are being sought from youngsters across our community. Entry forms are being distributed by primary schools throughout the district, with additional copies available from the Bogan Shire Council Library. Thank you to Carter, Lindsay & Webber for their continued support of this program. A new bouncing castle will also be a highlight for young families. This one has a slippery slide and no doubt will be responsible for lots of fun, grins and giggles!
Families looking for information on educational opportunities will find the All Saints College and Kinross Wolaroi School exhibits most helpful. A special thank you to the ladies from the Nyngan Golf Club, who will greet visitors as they arrive at the gate. Jenny Holmes, President of the Ladies Golf Club said "The golf associates are only too happy to be involved in the Ag Expo and we look forward to continuing our involvement in the years to come." The Expo Committee also wishes to extend its sincere thanks to the Nyngan SES who will manage vehicle parking on the day. If you would like to be involved in the Expo or join the team, please
do not hesitate to contact Robyn Harris, Expo Coordinator by phoning 02
6832 1238. 18th June 2010 Press Release Shearing Museum & Antique Engines Come along to the 2010 ‘Country Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo to see the Shearing Museum and numerous antique engines carefully restored by local people from across the region. On Saturday 7 th August, antique engine and vehicle restoration expert Duckie Clemens of Tottenham will exhibit one of his many passions. This particular display demonstrates his skills, creativity and love of history, the Shearing Museum. In 1999 the Museum built on a bogie trailer, won the ‘Commercial Exhibit Award, Sheep & Wool Showcase’ at the Sydney Easter Show.The Shearing Museum is made up of a series of rooms and doors which fold out from the trailer, a working model of the history of shearing. Dogs chasing sheep and workers in the process of shearing, it includes handpieces and tools of the trade which date from 1883 to the present day. Roy Schneider of Wellington Antique Engines will bring his favourites from his collection of antique engines including a 1925 International M three horse power, 1942/1943 Moffat Virtue three horsepower, late 1940’s/early 1950’s Lister Junior with piston pump and a 1920’s Hercules 1.75 horsepower which is currently having some work undertaken on it, in preparation for the Expo. Liam Maynard also of Wellington Antique Engines, recently restored his Moffat Virtue 2 ¼ horse power and will be included in the exhibit. Gordon Wise of Warren has confirmed the inclusion of a Hornby four horsepower, and it is anticipated that other antique engine restorers from across the district may participate in the event with Lister, Fairbacks Moore and Cooper engines, If you would like to be involved in the Expo or join the team, please do not hesitate to contact Robyn Harris, Expo Coordinator by phoning 02 6832 1238.
It’s
coming…Nyngan Ag Expo!
- Just
seven weeks remain until the 2010 ‘Country Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo
takes place on Saturday 7th August!
2009 ‘Country
Energy’ Nyngan Ag Expo A GREAT BIG DAY! “It was
a brilliant day with perfect weather, a big excited and enthusiastic crowd, just
over 170 terrific exhibits, sponsors who were very supportive of our program and
a team of helpers from our committee members, gate and parking attendants
through to Barry and Rick who made sure the grounds were in perfect condition
for the whole day” said Terry Tremain, chair of the 2009 ‘Country Energy’
Nyngan Ag Expo. “Our
major sponsor Country Energy included cooking demonstrations at their site and
showed the heights they reach to ensure electricity supplies are resumed in our
homes and businesses during storms and rough weather if a power outage occurs.
The Bogan Shire Council’s ‘Bogan Bush Mobile’ proved a welcome
relief to families giving mums and dads a break while their young children had
the chance to play in the sandpit. Central
West Catchment Management Authority had a terrific display of their projects and
programs run across the region and the Outback Motor Inn’s “Food & Wine
Experience” was delightful with some fantastic fare and wines.” Anyone
interested in being involved in the 2009 “Country Energy” Nyngan Ag Expo
should contact Robyn Harris, Expo Coordinator.
Telephone (02) 6832 1238 or email nynganagexpo@bigpond.com
for more
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