Colourful blooms, bountiful vegetables and earthy plants decorated the huge school hall for the 80th annual Proserpine and Uniting Church Flower Show and Fete last Saturday.
Hundreds of people attended the event that was steeped in history and community sentiment – many people coming year after year to celebrate the labours of garden love which are exhibited with pride at the event.
While guests browsed the rows of carefully displayed flowers and plants, others sat and enjoyed the entertainment and refreshments.
A constant flow of local performers came to the stage, two school choirs joined forces to sing ‘Proserpine Shine’ written by Sarah Mead and residents from the local nursing home demonstrated a fine Zumba display.
The Senior Folk Group sung ‘Flowers of Scotland’, Out of the Blue Line Dancers entertained, Bob Barford sung with his guitar and the Proserpine Citizen’s Band added to the lively atmosphere.
Organisers Julianne O’Brien and secretary Bernardine Stevens thanked all those who helped in any way.
“Thank you to those who donated trophies and especially those who took the trouble to bring in their flowers, orchids, pot plants or fruit and vegetables,” said Ms Stevens.
“Also, thanks to the entertainers and especially all those who attended and made the day so special.”
The 80th year was marked with some delicious cupcakes laid out in the shape of 80 and all the children enjoyed eating them.
There was also face painting, crafts, mystery gift stall, a white elephant stall and a popular sandwich bar that sold out of bread, causing volunteers to race to the shops for more supplies.
All proceeds from this years’ event went to assist with the operations of the Uniting Church and organisers said they are overwhelmed with the kindness and level of support from the broader community.
Aggregate points in the Flower section and Champion Pansy: Pat Gillen
Aggregate points in Orchid Section and Champion Orchid: Eileen Cameron
Vegetables: Kathy Bernett
Champion Pot Plant: Carmel Lee
Champion Gerbera: Robert Angelino
Champion Rose: Christine Amos
Champion Cut Bloom: Lee Bettridge
Most Entries: Merv Fuller
Butterfly Knick knack won by the Nursing Home
Committee members and volunteers who gave their time to help organise the 80th annual Proserpine Flower Show
Everyone enjoyed browsing the colourful blooms
Children’s face painting was popular
Garden lovers celebrated the impressive creations
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