The Horsham Ag Society welcomes new members who are interested in volunteering their time to assist with the organisation of the annual Horsham Agricultural Show which is held in Sept/Oct (the middle weekend of the September school holidays). In addition to the Show, Horsham Agricultural Society members can help raise money through various fundraising activities held at the Showgrounds. In 2021, launched our signature event, the 150km Feast. (See EVENTS tab).
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MAYDALE RESERVE
Horsham Agricultural Society Inc is a not-for-profit organisation with its office located in the Maydale Pavilion at ‘Maydale Reserve’ at the Horsham Showgrounds.
Situated in the heart of Horsham overlooking the Wimmera River, this precinct of 19 hectares is shared between Crown land and the Horsham Ag Society which owns almost half.
As an events centre, it is the only privately owned facility which can host weddings, exhibitions, the annual agricultural show, festivals and so much more in the centre of town.
Opportunities to camp under a canopy of stars in the heart of Horsham at special events and festivals is a jewel in not just the society’s crown but the city’s.
VISITORS
With up to four events a week sometimes, this is a busy precinct and when we’re not here, the facility is locked. Visitors to the grounds are welcome to enjoy the Maydale Social Garden. If we’re not here, please phone ahead on 0400 425 254. Our toilets are not for general public use and the nearest serviced toilets are at 20A O’Callaghan Parade.
If you’re travelling with horses who need resting, a $10 facility fee is required which includes use of toilets, access to water and straw pit to clean floats.
MEMBERSHIP
If you would like to become a member of the Horsham Agricultural Society and enjoy the benefits it offers, they are listed here SUBSCRIBE TODAY!
2022 Horsham Agricultural Society Annual Report
2022 MARCH Members Newsletter.
2022 NOVEMBER Members Newsletter.
2022 DECEMBER Members Newsletter.
2023 APRIL Members Newsletter.
THE MAYDALE RESERVE COMMUNITY REPORT 1 JAN – 31 DEC 2023
WHAT’S ON AT MAYDALE RESERVE
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The Horsham Agricultural Society proudly partners with AXIS Employment, The Weekly Advertiser, Mixx FM 101.3 and 1089 3WM.
Our committee members are acknowledged as councillors in a formal sense. Our annual reports can be found on these links:
Membership is encouraged to keep the community up to date with what happens at the Maydale Reserve. If you’d like to become a member, here’s the link to join us.
The official opening of new facilities including a new administration office, toilets and a lighting upgrade on the east side of the stables where festivals are celebrated at Maydale Reserve, was held on Sunday, March 20, 2022 at 11.30am by Dr. Anne Webster MP. The federal government provided $124,999 funding for these projects in 2021 which are now completed. MEDIA RELEASE – OFFICIAL OPENING OF NEW FACILITIES COINCIDES WITH WIMMERA AUTUMN MERINO SHEEP SHOW 2022
The office of the Horsham Ag Society is in Maydale Pavilion which is accessed via 22 McBryde Street entrance. The Maydale Reserve is open Tuesdays – Thursday 8am – 5pm and Fridays from 9am – 1pm. These hours may vary, so we recommend you phone first!
The vintage stables and other historical buildings, including The Cattle Shed provide a unique backdrop for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The land on which these buildings are settled is known as Maydale Reserve and they overlook the picturesque Wimmera River.
The grounds are hired out for swap meets, expos, outdoor movies, BBQ cooking competitions and more. Camping facilities are available for people attending our events and festivals as well as those travelling through with horses who need overnight stabling.
The Maydale Reserve is maintained by volunteers and several staff. A strong relationship between the St Brigid’s College and the Society enables us to support secondary college Year 11 and 12 students by providing assistance with their community projects and opportunities for work experience. We also enjoy strong partnerships with job agencies with Work for the Dole projects and AXIS Employment for other job seekers.
For more information about hiring venues at Maydale Reserve etc, please go to our USER GROUPS & HIRING PAGE.
If you would like to know more about becoming a member of the Horsham Ag Society, you can join here.
