Shaz Cowlin – President’s Welcome 2024

Presidents Welcome 2024 – Shaz Cowlin

On behalf of the Northampton District Agricultural Society Committee and Members I would like to welcome one and all to an exciting new presentation of the Northampton District Agricultural Society’s Annual Show.

Our town is unique, it is filled with many century old traditions and families that have always welcomed new comers with open arms and minds. Over my 18 years, calling Northampton my home I have had the privileged to witness the beauty and unconditional warmth, generosity and heart this town holds for one and all.

We as a team, have great foresight and dedication on how to move forward with the many challengers we will face as one entity. I am humbled to have been chosen by my peers to lead this extraordinary team in the many challengers we are bound to face together. I am thankful for the variety of experience that each and every volunteer brings to ensure an amazing day for all to enjoy.

For our 106th annual show we have dared to be different. We have implemented some new and hopefully improved restructuring by spreading the workload through a magnificent extended team of members and coordinators who have been chosen for their individuality, strengths and abilities in all aspects of personal, professional knowledge and accomplishments gained throughout their lives.

We, as per previous committees intend to show equality and respect to others and are working tirelessly to produce a smooth entry on show day for all and recommend purchasing your tickets early to help eliminate lengthy line ups to the grounds.

As per the past few years were are pleased to announce we will again host the sensory hour for those with special needs from 7am with the equestrian events commencing from 8am. We have some amazing, old and new entertainment programs this year which will be announced in the near future, so watch this space. As always we know you will enjoy the exhibits, displays and attractions. We hope you enjoy our livestock, produce, magnificent performers, specialist stall holder wares, sideshow alley, mouth-watering foods and so much more.

Last but definitely not least:-  We the committee would like to extend our congratulations to Jordan Anthony who we have been privileged to have as our evening entertainment over the past few years, on his awe-inspiring accomplishment at America’s got talent 2024 competition recently progressing through to the top 14. Check out you-tube for his performances – Robbed I say. This young man is going places. Maybe one day in the near future we could lure him back for another performance.