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Welcome to the Queensland Chamber of Agricultural Societies Inc. website. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information is correct, Show Societies are encouraged to advise the QCAS Office of any changes to their contact details etc. The site is evolving and your feedback on content would be appreciated so that we can provide quality information to our members and site users.
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QCAS SECRETARIES' AND EXECUTIVES' PROJECT WORKSHOP A Secretaries' and Executives' Project Workshop has been organised for the South West Queensland Sub-Chamber in Dirranbandi on Sunday 26th September 2010. The Agenda and Registration Form is available here. If you would like to attend please complete the Registration Form and return to QCAS at your earliest convenience. If you would like further information please call the QCAS Office or Lorraine Crothers. | |
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HENDRA VIRUS - PLANNING FOR EQUESTRIAN EVENT ORGANISERS Following is a list of links to assist with planning for Equestrian Events. This information has been drawn from a variety of sources. Queensland Shows is currently preparing a generic Risk Management Plan for Queensland Shows. Until this is completed the links below should be used as a guide to preparing for your Show.
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SHOW SOCIETY GRANT Show Societies can go to the State Government Show Society Grant webpage to download the latest Show Summary and Expenditure Report form. Please ensure this form is returned as soon as possible after your Show. | |
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"MARSH" RURAL AMBASSADOR AWARDS "PRESENTATION DINNER" A limited number of tickets are now on sale for the Rural Ambassador Awards presentation dinner at the Central Bardon, Saturday the 7th August commencing at 6.30pm. Booking can be made through the QCAS Office by email or phone. | |
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"QUEENSLAND COUNTRY LIFE" MISS SHOWGIRL AWARDS "CELEBRATION DINNER" Tickets are now on sale for the Miss Showgirl Awards celebration dinner at the Brisbane Riverview Hotel, Friday 6th August commencing at 7.30pm. Please contact the Coordinator, Lorraine Crothers to book. | |
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NLIS PROCEDURES FOR 2010 SHOWS Commencing in 2010 the DPI will be trialing the "Sighted Cattle Transactions" for use by Show Societies and other sporting bodies. Further information will be available on the NLIS website shortly. Click here for Tech Tips on the Sighted cattle transactions Click here to download the NLIS FACT SHEET | |
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2010 SHOW DATES & CONTACT DETAILS BOOKLET Now on sale for $10. Please forward cheques made payable to QCAS to Locked Bag 1010 ALBION 4010 or contact the QCAS Office for Direct Credit details. All details are also available on line by selecting the desired section in the menu. Member Show Societies please see further details in the Resource Centre | |
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JUDGES LISTS These lists are available by contacting the QCAS Office. Lists are not inclusive of all available Judges and should any errors be found in these lists the QCAS Office should be advised to allow appropriate changes to be made. Click here to see what Judges Lists are available: | |
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NEWS
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SOUTH WEST QLD SUB-CHAMBER SECRETARIES & EXECUTIVES PROJECT WORKSHOP | Posted 03 September 2010 |
| 2010 QCAS STATE FINAL RESULTS | Posted 06 August 2010 | |
| 2010 QCAS STATE FINALS COMPETITION PROGRAMME OF EVENTS | Posted 02 August 2010 | |
| HENDRA VIRUS CONFIRMED | Posted 21 Jun 2010 | |
| NATIONAL SHOW AWARD MODERNISATION | Posted 12 April 2010 | |
| LIQUOR LICENCING FEBRUARY UPDATE | Posted 22 February 2010 | |
| NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS - NOT FOR PROFIT SECTOR | Posted 18 December 2009 | |
| EQUINE NEWS |  | |
| AUSTRALIAN WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE TRAINING AND NETWORKING | Posted 4 October 2009 | |
| SHOW SOCIETIES GRANT | Posted 15 June 2009 | |
| COCA COLA REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS | Posted 12 May 2009 | |
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UPCOMING QLD SHOW SOCIETY AND QCAS EVENTS
Please note that all events listed below are organised by affiliated Show Societies.
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| Pine Rivers | 30 July - 1 August |
| Charters Towers | 1 August - 3 August |
| Royal Queensland Show | 5 August - 14 August |
| Sarina | 7 & 8 August |
| Gladstone | 11 August |
| Mt Morgan | 14 August |
| Wowan | 21 August |
| Canungra | 21 August |
| Mary Valley (Imbil) | 21 August |
| Wondai | 27 & 28 August |
| Gold Coast | 27 - 29 August |
| Beaudesert | 3 & 4 September |
| Noosa | 10 & 11 September |
| Beenleigh | 10 & 11 September |
| Giru | 11 September |
| Quilpie | 11 September |
| Comet River | 18 & 19 September |
| Tamborine Mt | 18 & 19 September |
| Kenilworth | 18 September |
| Eumundi | 25 September |
COMPETITIONS
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The Queensland Chamber of Agricultural Societies Inc conducts Miss Showgirl, Rural Ambassador, Natural Fibres Creations and Kids-in-Natural Fibres, Young Judges and Paraders, Ute Muster and the Dark Rich Fruit Cake. Each of these competitions mirrors an aspect of country life and forms a valuable part of each show. |
Queensland Chamber of Agricultural Societies and all Queensland Shows are proudly supported by the Queensland Government