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Swan Hill shows off

JAM-packed with activities, animals, rides and entertainment, the Swan Hill Show had something for everyone.

On Friday and Saturday, hundreds flocked to the showgrounds for a weekend of fun.

Several thrilling rides were operating on both days to give kids, teens and adults an adrenaline rush.

Local performers played live music on the stage as showgoers relaxed and enjoyed the wide selection of food and beverage options from vendors at the showgrounds.

The entertainment highlights included live music from the Golden City Pipe Band, Walter Whip and the Flames, BMX bike tricks from Melbourne-based duo from Bike Trials Victoria, comedy duck races, dinosaurs and much more.

Large crowds gathered to watch and barrack for their favourites among the ducks as they waddled to the finish line for the comedy duck races.

Countless stallholders lined the showgrounds, where the stalls ranged in variety across local services, businesses, artists and authors, amongst much more.

Attendees could also have a ride on camels from Billabong Ranch on the Tyntynder Oval.

The oval also had vintage cars, tractors and machinery on display, with the Mallee Cruisers displaying their finest cars.

The show heated up with the help of fire brigades from surrounding towns for Swan Hill CFA’s public demonstrations where showgoers saw firefighters put out flames inside a mobile hot fire training prop.

On Friday the show ran until 9pm, which ended with an explosive and extravagant display of colourful fireworks provided by Southern Cross Fireworks.

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