Furry friends, great and small, at pet show

As reported last week, wet weather didn’t dampen spirits at the 88th Wee Waa Show held on August 16 and 17.

Crowds flocked to the Cotton Capital to soak-up two days of family fun and entertainment despite the soggy conditions causing the cancellation or postponement of some events including the Horse Event.

The dedicated committee ensured Wee Waa’s much-loved show went on in spectacular fashion.

Narrabri Shire mayor Darrell Tiemens officially opened the show, following an Acknowledgement to Country delivered by Gamilaraay woman Helen Wenner. Peter Carrett and a talented group of Namoi Valley Christian School students performed the Australian National Anthem.

Emily Smolders was announced the 2024 Wee Waa Show Society’s senior Young Woman and the junior Young Woman title went to Emily Hartnett.

Life membership honours went to three tireless and deserving community members Anna Baird, Michael Maxwell, and Peta Miguel.

Highlights included the popular lolly drop, glow sticks and hats from the St Joseph’s Primary School P and F committee, pavilion exhibits, show bags, baby show, live music, young farmers challenge, dog high jump, and meat masters’ contest.

Another popular attraction was the pet show competition, and this week’s edition features photos of Wee Waa’s furry friends – great and small – as well as some social snaps.

Pet Show Competition results:

Myley Kate Maxwell Champion Pet: Laycey Maxwell with pet dog Marlin.

Most knowledgeable owner: first – Hugh and Amelia Fenwick, second – Celia Galagher, third – Sonny Mallinson.

Pet that enjoys water: Laycey Maxwell.

Insect, fly or ant: Laycey Maxwell.

Puppy: first – Ebonie Hatton, second – Bree-Arli Haverhoek, third – Gracie Haverhoek.

Large dog: Laycey Maxwell.

Toy dog: first – Laycey Maxwell, second – Leigh Otto.

Faithful friend: : first – Laycey Maxwell, second – Marlee Dewson, third – Celia Galagher and Leigh Otto.

Kitten: Laycey Maxwell.

Miscellaneous pet: first – Willow Zell, second – Matilda Haverhoek, third – Hugh and Amelia Fenwick.

Most unusual pet: first – Sonny Mallinson, second – Hugh and Amelia Fenwick, third – Laycey Maxwell.