Thursday, 15 February 2024 09:55

300 exhibitors locked in for three-day event

Written by  Sudesh Kissun
The three-days Northland Field Days kick off at the Dargaville showgrounds on February 29. The three-days Northland Field Days kick off at the Dargaville showgrounds on February 29.

Preparations for the three-day Northland Field Days are progressing smoothly, says president John Phillips.

He expects around 300 exhibitors, about the same number as last year.

However, he says some exhibitors, like Norwood, are buying a bigger site this year.

Highlights this year include a small maze within a maize field. Phillips says the new attractions should be popular with kids and adults alike

Over 24 food vendors are locked in to keep visitors fed during the field days. The Civil Contractors of NZ will be on site, encouraging young people to make a career in civil contracting.

Northland Field Days Maze FBTW

Highlights this year include a small maze within a maize field at the showgrounds.

Also, for the first time, agricultural drones will be on display.

Other attractions from last year making a comeback are sheep dog trials, tractor pull competition, laser clay shooting and lawnmower racing.

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