The future of Kempsey Show Society is in good hands, with three members stepping up to the role of vice president and ensuring the show remains a popular event in the community calendar.
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At its annual AGM in September, the Kempsey Show Society elected Peter Rosten, Trish Jackson and Dallas Kemp to the roles of vice president.
Their combined vision for the future is to continue to grow the show society and encourage locals to get involved.
Peter Rosten brings a wealth of knowledge the role, having served as president for six years from 2007 to 2013.
"I joined the show society in 2001 and before that I was involved in the dairy section of the show," he said.
"My father also had a strong connection to the show society and became a life member."
Peter's main goal for the Kempsey Show Society is to ensure the show continues for many years to come.
"I want the show to keep going for the future and for our grandchildren. If we let it go, then it's gone," he said.
Trish Jackson became a member of the show society three years ago and said she wanted to bring new ideas to the committee.
"I have always loved the Kempsey Show and I want to see it get bigger and better to make it great for the whole community," she said.
This is the first time Trish has held the position of vice president and she said she is looking forward to being more involved.
"I'm very flattered to have been voted in and am looking forward to the 2021 show being a blast."
Dallas Kemp also has a strong family history with the Kempsey Show Society, his parents were involved in the show and he previously held the position of vice president.
"My parents would enter different categories in the show including chooks, corn and cooking. I can remember the first day of the show was always milking the cows," he said.
Dallas has previously been elected as vice president and said he put his hand up for the position again because of his experience.
"I love the show society and I think we have to ensure the show can go on. We need to teach city people where their food comes from and regional shows do that," he said.
"It gives people an opportunity to showcase regional Australia."
The Kempsey Show Society is now in planning mode for the 2021 show that will be held on April 13 and 14.
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