Market leading side-by-side to be displayed
Can-Am will be using the upcoming Northland Field Days (Stand E6) to give farmers the opportunity to see the Defender HD 10 for themselves.
An amazing team of volunteers are working behind the scenes to get the Dargaville-based show grounds ready for the three-day event.
A core group of 15 – made up Northland Field Days Association committee members and volunteers – have been preparing the showgrounds.
Some volunteers are also providing their tractors and diggers to prepare the site.
President John Phillips says their dedicated voluntary committee, associate members, and community helpers along with sole employee, have worked hard over the last 12 months to bring another great event.
During the event, about 100 volunteers are in action – from manning the ticket booth to helping visitors with parking.
“We normally have three or four tractors and diggers on site belonging to volunteers.
“If we were to get in contractors, we wouldn’t be able to afford it.”
Keeping costs down means the association can channel more proceeds to charity and community organisations.
Recipients of donations are Rotary Club of Dargaville, Dargaville Fire Brigade, local schools, rugby clubs and students who get scholarships.
“We have maintained, in line with our charitable trust status, the commitment to invest in Northland’s agricultural future,” says Phillips.
“We are pleased to again give financial support to numerous Northland organisations and clubs.”
Phillips sees the event as an opportunity for both town and country to unite.
“An event to share and promote the wonderful lifestyle sectors that our country has to offer to ensure a solid foundation of support for our primary industry through the partnership we have with exhibitors.
“Exhibitors will be offering technological expertise, support, and the best deals to be had over the three days. This event creates an opportune time for farmers and the public to have dealers, service providers and attractions in one place to talk to at their convenience.”
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