By Afraa Kori
The Cardinia Community Foundation in collaboration with Parklea Pakenham Show & District Agricultural & Horticultural Show, provided a variety of competitions on 15 March.
Among the many winners was three-year-old Melissa Staples, who impressed judges with her creative colouring skills. Her efforts earned her first place in the colouring competition, winning a large gift box filled with treats, toys, an instrument, and more.
“We go to the Pakenham Show each year but this is the first time she’s entered the competition and we’re really excited to receive this gift,” her mother Shannon said.
“This was probably the hardest she’s ever worked at something, and for her to be rewarded for it is a pretty amazing lesson to learn at such a young age.Hopefully it will encourage her to keep trying when things are difficult.
“For those young kids that didn’t receive an award, keep practicing and keep trying. There’s lots of different events that are out there, so keep your eye out.
Another lucky winner was local resident Sarah Beard, who took home the prize for the Gazette Pakenham Show competition.
She received a $50 voucher for The Chocolate Shop in Pakenham—just in time to stock up on Easter treats.
The Pakenham Show and Cardinia Community Foundation are committed to celebrating local talents and is encouraging people across all age groups to take part in future competitions.
