A petting zoo, the shearing section, wagon rides, the chance to milk a cow were some of the highlights of the Tauranga Agricultural and Pastoral Show at Tauranga Racecourse today.


Jonathan McLean,10, Sarah McLean, 11, Ariel McLean, 8 and Portia Steer, 11 after milking the cow. Photo by Lois Salisbury.

Show secretary Kris Newcombe says the show was a really good wholesome day out for the city children to experience life in the country.
"It's been a really good day, everybody seemed to enjoy it.
"The petting zoo was absolutely packed, it was really popular."
Due to an increased number of entries in the equestrian section, horse and harness events will continue tomorrow.


Alexander Magnussen, 4 on a bouncy castle at the Tauranga A&P Show today. Photo by Lois Salisbury.


John and Judy Doull getting ready to show their Carisbrook of GlenElgin cattle. Photo by Lois Salisbury.


Oliver Frost, 3 on a Suziki King Quad. Photo by Lois Salisbury.


Junior shearers showcase their skills. Photo by Lois Salisbury.