The Bay of Islands Pastoral & Industrial Show and Savouring the Source, a Northland food & wine festival, combine to stage a great day’s entertainment for all ages. Huge talent quest in 2011 - entries are being taken. Contact Roger on 09 4059846.

Traditional events include the equestrian section with horse and pony rings, the livestock with the jersey, Frisian, Ayrshire and mixed breed sections, the beef led cattle, calf club, sheep and pet lambs and dog trials.

Hotly contested are all sections in the indoor hall with demonstrations, trade exhibitors, colourful stalls, the wood chopping competition and live entertainment with talent quests for adults and children.

In a giant marquee, Savouring the Source showcases regional food products, wine, cafes and restaurants. Northland chefs provide cooking demonstrations after lunch. The finals of Kid Can Cook will be held from 10am. The Northland Wine Association conducts a wine options competition at midday.

The final event of the day at 3.30 is the grand parade where prize winners in the equestrian & livestock event parade with the latest in farm machinery. A time-honoured rural spectacle!