General News
17 October, 2026
FLASHBACK: October 17 1996
Hopetoun was blessed wth perfect weather for the two-day Centennial show on October 13-14.
Gate takings, members' tickets, and show entries were all up on last year’s numbers.
Sunday’s activities were a great success, beginning with an ecumenical church service.
Strawberry the clown also featured throughout the day.
Two bands catered for all age groups; earlier in the day, rock group The Shack entertained, followed by Elaine & Kathryn Pitt and Shane Warren for the evening.
Member for Mildura Russell Savage opened the show.
Attractions on the Monday included Tim Austin’s Elfinvale Stud Kelpies, Sheaf Tossing Championships, side show activities and a large machinery display which also featured in the Grand Parade, concluded the show at 5 pm.
The Hopetoun A&P Society held its last show in 2019, and has been on an ongoing hiatus since the pandemic lockdowns in 2020.