In a time where farmers continue to suffer the ongoing effects of the drought leaving them in a particularly vulnerable situation, one initiative is offering a helping hand.
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Day in the Dirt, supporting 200 bales, doubles as an upbeat event for people across the region, while also providing some support to local farmers.
The ultimate family day out has everything you need to enjoy some time away - music, food, fun and time to relax, while keeping struggling farmers at the core.
Only in its first year, the event will showcase seven local acts - Dan Hull, Tom and Ando, Whicked Whiskey, Farmers salami, BMW, Brothers 3 and Jess Holland - with multi award winning artist, Darren Coggan as the headline act.
One of the five organisers of the event, Caz Sabin, said the team are expecting a good turn out based off the response they have received from the community.
“We’re hoping for a really good turn out, especially since there has been quite the buzz about the event around town,” Ms Sabin said.
On site, there will be a plethora of food selections including the classics (sausage sangas, hot chips, hot dogs) as well as gourmet ice cream, a coffee van and a fully licenced bar.
“We’ve got pretty much everything covered,” Ms Sabin said.
When asked if the event is likely to turn into an annual calendar mark, Caz said it is dependent on how the day goes.
“If we survive this one,” she laughed.
On the day, 100 per cent of profits raised will be donated to 200 bales.
Everyone has got to come, it will be a really really good afternoon.
- Caz Sabin
People are encouraged to purchase their tickets online to save the que on site, and are reminded there will be no eftpos.
Day in the Dirt will be held on November, 25 at Mudgee Showgrounds from 12pm with entrance from Douro street.
Ticket prices are $30 each, while children under 16 are free to enter.
For more information, head to Day in the Dirt on Facebook.
Jay-Anna Sleeman
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
