“I’m so grateful for my year as the Cairns Showgirl. Through this experience I’ve been able to be a part of so many community events, which has allowed me to meet such a wide range of people that I otherwise wouldn’t have had a chance to meet. It has been such a memorable experience.” read more
“I will cherish the YRA experience for a long time. From learning life skills such as public speaking and quick thinking to meeting some amazing people, and making connections and contacts that will help me in many future endeavours. Future ambassadors, step outside of your comfort zone and seize every opportunity that comes your way.” read more
“I had an amazing time in the Rural Ambassador role. It was a once in a lifetime experience that really boosted my confidence and public speaking skills. I was also able to see a new side of the Show and gain an understanding all the hard work and dedicated people behind the show movement.
As the Rural Ambassador, I educated people about the importance of agriculture and sustainability. I really enjoyed this aspect of the role as I am a big believer in regenerative agricultural practices. I highly recommend the rural ambassador role to all young people interested in agriculture.”
I can’t help but reminisce on some of the amazing opportunities and experiences I had as Cairns ShowGirl 2021. This role has not only provided me with confidence and a vast range of skills but has also provided a platform for me to advocate for the Cairns region and the rich prime production industries that are part of it. read more
The ShowGirl Awards introduced me to so many people, ideas, and industries that I otherwise would not have been exposed to. I was given the opportunity to push myself out of my comfort zone again and again; it has been nothing less than amazing. read more
The Miss Showgirl quest is an opportunity that every young woman should certainly try. To be pushed out of your comfort zone is difficult at first but in this case it’s definitely worth it! Not only did I meet some of the most kind hearted, hardworking and humble individual but I got to be involved in something bigger that so many people treasure and enjoy. read more
The Rural Ambassador competition is a great way to showcase young people in Agriculture because there’s not a lot of young people in Agriculture or rather that are seen in Agriculture. So, it’s important that we make sure young people know that it’s a good industry to be in. It’s exciting, and we’re passionate, and we have a lot to offer. That’s why it’s so important we support our rural community by making our voice heard in competitions like the Rural Ambassador Awards. read more
I do believe that this is a fantastic competition and I’m a big believer in the Show Movement and what it can offer. Anyone out there that wants to get into it next year I can’t recommend it highly enough. read more
Cairns Taiko would not exist without the assistance of the Cairns Show Association.
We are a not-for-profit organisation established to promote cross-cultural understanding, teamwork, fitness and the joy of music, but we require a large open area for teaching and rehearsing, and a similar sized area for storing our equipment. We previously stored all our instruments in a cupboard and had to transfer them to a different venue for rehearsals, but since moving into “our” warehouse inside the Showgrounds, we have been able to double the number of instruments in our collection, expand our performances, begin weekly beginners classes and share our love of Japanese drumming at more than 20 events per year. We are very proud of our equipment and our performances, but also humbly grateful to the Cairns Show Association for their understanding and support.
“I entered this competition mainly due to my never-ending love for the Agriculture Industry and the Show Movement. Rural Shows are a great way for exhibitors, farmers, and agriculturally based schools to show their produce to their local and wider community who may not be exposed to these practices often. I wanted to give back to my local community and I felt this competition would be an amazing opportunity for me to do so.” read more
