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Issue 1,227
Thursday 2nd April 2026
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SUCCESSFUL MALVERN A&P SHOW Malvern A&P Association held their 127th Show on Saturday, March 28 at Sheffield, and it proved a standout day for competitors and visitors alike. With perfect weather and strong community support, the grounds were busy from early on as entries were judged and champions crowned across the sections. Poultry was a particular highlight, recording a showstopping 117 entries. Best Bird in Show and winner of the and
DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS
David Angerson Trophy for best Supreme Livestock went to a Blue Red Old English Game Hen exhibited by Cameron Taylor of Geraldine. The winning bird has been in top form, having been a section winner at the 2025 National Poultry Show in Ashburton. It is also currently ranked the sixth top chook out of 1500 following the latest National Poultry Show. The section thanked judges Rodger Heaven and Mark Lilley for their work across a very strong field. Alpaca exhibitors also turned out in force, with 94 entries from 16 breeders. Entrants travelled from as far as Rotorua and Te Anau, as well as from throughout the region including Fairlie, Timaru and,
L-r: Selwyn Mayor Lydia Gliddon, Vice President Simon Wright, Winner of the David Anderson Trophy for Supreme Champion Livestock Cameron Taylor and Vice President Tim Wright. Waimate. Alpaca judging was overseen by Jonathan Provis,Vincent, who made the journey from Victoria, Australia. It was his first visit to New Zealand and, in fact, his first trip outside Australia.
Martin Bennet, convenor for the alpaca section and in his first year convening for Malvern A&P, said the support from the wider A&P committee made a real difference. Cont. on page 6…
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