Letter From The President
Welcome to the 141st Roma Show. As I complete my term as President, I am proud to say that my committee and I have played a productive role in the history of this show.
In 2024, we achieved the amazing figure of 10000 patrons through the gates. The show was a huge success even without the cattle and sheep sections due to clashes with Beef Week and the State Sheep Show. Our emphasis on family and interactive entertainment was popular with visitors.
Each year, we analyze and make changes to improve the show experience for all. I thank all those stewards, and volunteers, for the success of each show. They are a part of the 50000 volunteers Australia wide who keep the show movement going for the six million annual attendees. Your show, like many other events, is volunteer driven. In return, the Show movement is worth $965million each year to the Australian economy. We do not have the figures for the Maranoa but hope that for the hours and sponsorship provided, the local economy receives immediate and flow on benefits. Please let our sponsors know that their efforts are recognized and appreciated.
My committee has worked hard to make the event run smoothly, to bring interesting and entertaining experiences at a reasonable and family-friendly cost. Sections showcase YOUR community. I love seeing the talent, skill and expertise displayed by my community. Far from being irrelevant, I see agricultural shows, this show, playing a part in the pursuit of innovation and the desire to improve and make better, large sections of agriculture and arts and crafts. The agricultural show is a window to our society at this point in time. So come and look through that window. Bring your family, your friends and connect to our agricultural roots, but most of all, enjoy our show, your show, the Roma Show in 2025.
Alanah Ladbrook
Roma Show Society President