The show acknowledges many of our talented local residents in arts, crafts and cooking as well as giving the opportunity to see some of the outstanding livestock that are grown right here in our very own backyards.

Our show has long been an opportunity to recognise and celebrate all that is great within our region, and is an event I look forward to attending with my family every year.

With many improvements to facilities through the Public Reserves Management Fund (PRMF), and the showground’s placement on the State Heritage Register, it’s a great facility to host this important annual event.

Make sure you get down and support the many volunteers, exhibitors and local businesses. I look forward to seeing you there.

THERE are some excited children (and parents) this week as school resumes.

Please remember that school zones are in operation again from this week and you must slow down to 40km/h in school zones.

There is also a 40km/h speed limit for traffic passing a school bus that is setting down or picking up school children. This speed limit is for all traffic travelling in the same direction as the bus, whether the bus is stationary or moving.

THE NSW Government’s Investing in Women grants program is now open, and I urge eligible local organisations to apply. This program is a fantastic way to find new local initiatives that invest in education, leadership and financial security for women.

This program provides funding for organisations to develop and implement projects that support the economic empowerment and leadership of women in NSW across three areas – work and financial security, education and learning, and leadership.

Grants of up to $25,000 per project are available to organisations such as local councils, employers, industry bodies, training organisations and non-government organisations.

Applications close on Wednesday, May 24. Visit https://www.women.nsw.gov.au/women_and_work/investing_in_women_funding_program