Taumarunui's 2013 A&P Show on February 9 promises all the fun of the fair and traditional show events says society president Ken Harrison.

'The A&P Show Committee is working to complete an excellent programme of equestrian events including western riding, miniature horse competitions coupled with alpacas, dog events, clowns, music, and lots of food stalls. There will be entertainment for all ages and in particular the children with funfair arcades. 'Taumarunui is situated at the cross roads of the North Island and it is literally the 'Middle of Everywhere”. Why not come and stay awhile in our town – see the show and then spend a few days exploring the area?” he says. For information on what to see an do visit www. visitruapehu.com or www. forgottenhighway.co.nz