9am – ANZAC painting project. A one-day project is due to transform a old rusty shipping container into a tribute to the real workhorses of World War I. But instead of honouring diggers, the challenge outside Pakenham Hall and Library complex at the PB Ronald Reserve will be to highlight the efforts of horses that were drafted to the frontline which artists from South Eastern Contemporary Art Network (SECAN) will perform.
9am – Ferret Racing, Poultry and Goat Competitions (sponsored by Barastoc).
9am – Alpaca Exhibition
9am – Pakenham Floorball Exhibition
9am – Wally Wombat Trail begins with 18 stands
9am – Australian Giant Pumpkin/Vegetable Competition, vintage cars, Emerald Historical Machinery, Glenmac Tractors, Berwick Wood Workers Club, Free Henna Painting, Meccano and Hornby train exhibitions.
9am – Animals on the Move Jumbo Barn (co-sponsor Pakenham Produce and Saddlery). Throughout the day sheep shearing demonstrations.
9am – Reptile Encounters Exhibition/Demonstrations (sponsored Pakenham Central Marketplace.
9.30am – Truck stage – Cardinia Calisthenic Club: Dedicated team of experienced coaches host a range of classes in which pupils of all ages can develop their calisthenics skills. During these classes, pupils not only learn a variety of calisthenics skills, but they also cultivate lifelong friendships, gain a strong sense of being part of a team, foster good self-esteem and develop an understanding of commitment.
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10am – Truck stage – The Christine Ayres School of Irish Dancing is Melbourne’s premiere Irish Dancing School and will be performing. Boasting two World Champion teams as well as multiple State and National titles in both team dancing and solo, the school holds classes for dancers from ages four and up. Catering for Beginners through to championship dancers and with seven qualified teachers and two adjudicators, the Christine Ayres School of Irish dancing has locations in Berwick, Narre Warren, Richmond and Essendon.
10.30am – Harmony stage begins.
11am and 12.30pm – Skateboard Industruction: Ever wanted to give skateboarding a go, but didn’t know where to start?
The YMCA will have qualified skateboard instructors on hand at the Pakenham Skate Park to help you get started.
Aimed at beginners the one hour clinics are an introduction to skateboarding and using skate parks safely.
All equipment is provided including safety gear and skateboards.
Bookings are not available and there are a limited number of spots per session.
11am – Cardinia Civic Concert Band: Premier band of the shire which performs at a number of events. It has grown into a diverse band, with a wide range of ages and skill levels, but share a genuine love of music. It draws on that commonality to give engaging performances and yet also provide a great environment for young musicians to make vast improvements, serving the community as best as we can.
11.30am – Martial Arts Demonstration on stage.
11.30am – Centre activities begin – MC Peter Deering. Gumboot throwing competition.
Noon – President Geoff Young presents junior and senior show ambassador awards and opens show.
12.30am – Dog High Jump Competition (sponsored by Pakenham Racing Club).
1pm – Show Personality Competition.
1.30pm – Iron Man, Iron Woman and Iron Junior (under 18) Competition (sponsored by Plus Fitness 24/7)
2pm-3pm – Take a trip down memory lane as Margaret Dennis presents her Lest We Forget show, featuring a moving tribute to the war years of the 20th century. This event is free but bookings are essential at www.tinyurl.com/cclcevents or phone Pakenham Library on
5940 6200.
2.30pm – Paper Plane Competition
All day – Chess Competition: U3A rooms (inside hall complex), two categories- Junior (Under 18 years) Adult (18 and above). Trophies will be awarded to champions in each section and a $50 prize also and free membership to U3A Cardinia Chess Club for a year (2015).
Participation certificates to all entrants. Entry fee: gold coin. Inquiries Cardinia U3A, 5941 4164.
All Day – Cardinia Interfaith Network: Created to promote religious and racial diversity within Cardinia Shire. It has been in operation for over two years and is now a fully incorporated not-for-profit association, that meets every month. Pictured here are some of the members, who are looking forward to being at the Parklea Pakenham Agricultural and Horticultural Show. Besides giving away helium balloons for the children on the day, the members are looking forward to answering questions on their different faiths.
Nothing will be off limits, so come along and satisfy your curiosity.
