About Us
The Agricultural Societies Council of NSW Ltd (ASC)
The Agricultural Societies Council of NSW, now in its 87th year, has been in operation since 1929 as the parent body of 195 Agricultural Show Societies in the State of New South Wales.
The primary role of the Agricultural Societies Council of NSW is to provide support, service, development and ideas for growth to our members. The Board of the Agricultural Societies
Council is made up of Directors from across the state of NSW.
Our goals are many, however they include
. To promote and protect the pastoral, agricultural horticultural and industrial resources of Australia through promotion and protection of Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Societies in NSW;
. Education of young people through the livestock judging competitions held throughout the State, culminating in State Finals at the Sydney Royal each Easter;
. Promote the involvement of youth in shows by holding competitions for young people and encouraging them to participate in Show Societies and Agricultural Youth Groups.
Managing Crown Lands
Today the Minister for Lands and Forestry announced the Crown Land Management Act 2016 will come into force from 1 July 2018.
To view a copy of the Minister's media release - click here
This key piece of legislation delivers a consolidated, consistent and more transparent framework for the management of Crown land.
As a feature of this legislation, the Community Engagement Strategy is now also approved by the Minister and will ensure greater community involvement in the decision making regarding Crown land.
Continuing to support greater transparency, the Minister has also announced the appointment of a Crown Land Commissioner who will work closely with community and stakeholders.
Further information on the commencement of the new Act can be found on the NSW Department of Industry website.
The most recent stakeholder update can be found here
SAVE THE DATE: Personal Development Weekends!
Nowra Show Society Personal Development Weekend:
Weekend 1:
Sunday 4th November 2018
The Nowra Show Society is pleased to invite participants to attend an annual personal development day for Showgirl entrants as they prepare to enter their local and/or Zone Showgirl Competition. The day will once again incorporate two ‘farm visits’ providing Showgirls with an exciting, hands-on, agricultural experience in addition to sessions focusing on how to prepare for further stages of the competition.
Show Societies are encouraged to send along young women who are thinking of entering the competition in future years or current Showgirls who are preparing for the 2019 Zone Finals. It is also an excellent opportunity for any young lady who wishes to further their career prospects by gaining the self-confidence necessary to pursue their field of choice.
Date: Sunday 4th November 2018
Meeting at: Nowra Showground - Committee Rooms, Junction Street, Nowra NSW 2541
Time: Registration from 8.00am
A detailed program is available upon request.
Participants are asked to meet at the Nowra Showground ready for an 8.15am departure. Transport for the two farm visits will be provided by Members of the Nowra Show Society. Please contact the Showgirl Coordinator if you wish to make alternate travel arrangements.
Should participants not wish to attend the farm visits, please meet the group at the Nowra Showground at 10.45am for Morning Tea.
Training:
- Current Agricultural Practices & Challenges
- Public Speaking
- Deportment and Grooming
- Showgirl Competitions – Around the World
- Social Etiquette
- Wardrobe, Hair & Make-up
- Interview Techniques
Dress: Smart Casual. (Note: Enclosed shoes are recommended for the farm visits)
Cost: $55.00 – Showgirl Entrants; $25.00 - Coordinator or Non-Showgirl attendee
Morning Tea, Lunch & Afternoon Tea and applicable course notes are included.
For enquiries and further information, please contact Jessica Apperley, Showgirl Coordinator, Nowra Show Society
E: showgirl@nowrashow.org.au Phone 0418 961 783
RSVP to the Showgirl Coordinator, Monday 29th October 2018
Dubbo Show Society Personal Development Weekend:
Weekend 1:
24 - 25 November 2018
Weekend 2:
2nd & 3rd February 2019
Dubbo Show Society Inc
PO Box 12
DUBBO NSW 2830
Phone: 02 6882 4364
Fax: 02 6882 5732
Email: showgirlpersonaldevelopment@yahoo.com
For Payment details and further information - CLICK HERE
