We have all heard the expression herding cats, but what about ducks?

Duck herding is just one of the highlights coming to the Northern A&P Show at Rangiora on October 26, says show president Melanie Morris.

"There's something for the whole family, whether it's patting  animals in the farmyard, watching motorbike stunt riders, tractors, crafts, livestock competitions or the sideshows, or just sitting down with some good food and a live band."

The Kidszone area ringside will entertain children with a sand pit, toys, and a straw bale lollipop hunt.

"Parents can sit and watch the action in the main Oval or listen to the live band while their children play, "Morris said.

There will be all the much-loved rural staples, including shearing, terrier racing, dog trialling and wood chopping, and a strong equestrian section that will run on Friday and Saturday, but Morris said the show has an urban twist.

"It's quite unique in that it's not a true country show anymore; it's a real mix of town and country."

Morris has been involved with the show since she started competing in the equestrian section when she was ten.

Morris's father, Lyndon, was a past president around twenty years ago.

Morris said she wasn't the only one on the committee to have a long association with the show.

"A few people have grown up with the show, which is quite cool to see.

"Other people have had parents or grandparents on the committee, so we have a lot of history."

This year's shows will mark 151 years of the event.

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Northern A&P Rangiora Show

Show location:  Rangiora Showgrounds, 156 Ashley Street, Rangiora

Show date: Friday, October 25 (Equestrian only) Show Day – Saturday, October 26

Parking: Off Ashley Street - Showgrounds

President: Melanie Morris

Vice president: Rachael Robinson

Opening Times: 7.30 am – 6 pm

Ticket sales: $15 adults, $0 under 5, $5 – 5yr -18yrs, $35 Family pass (2 adults, 2 Youth)

Key Highlights:  Rare Horse Society displays, Freestyle Motorcross display, Hato St John Demonstrations, Farmyard Nursery, Rare Breeds Society, Kids Zone, Photo of the Day Competition, Woodchopping, Shearing, Food, Craft and Trade Sites, Amusements, Bar and Band.

Terrier Race, Lolly Scramble, Agricultural Machinery Display

Equestrian – lots of classes. Clydesdales in the main Oval

New Sheep Classes,  Duck Herding, Dog Trials

The best place to follow for information: Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Rangiorashow

By Claire Inkson