New features for first time at Field Days

People heading to the Northland Field Days from February 27 to March 1 will be able to see, do and win more than they ever have before say organisers thanks to an overflowing program of events and attractions.

Northland Field Days president Lew Duggan says the committee, The Radio Network and exhibitors including Tru Test Group have been working hard to make sure there is something for attendees of all ages.

Younger attendees will be able to get up close and personal with a number of cute and cuddly creatures this year thanks to Mobile Farm Park's Petting Zoo.

Children, and the young at heart, will be able to pet and feed animals including turtles, chickens, ducks, a miniature horse and dogs, or ride around the event on a cart pulled by a team of Clydesdale horses.

The Tru Test Group site is likely to be a hot destination for people of all ages this year with a live auction three times a day, and a reel winding competition. Radio Hauraki will also have the ‘Win your weight in meat’ competition being held at the Tru Test site.

Tru Test Group marketing manager Shaun Owen says it will be the most interactive the site has been since the group has been at the Nortland Field Days.

The Northern Wairoa Vintage Machinery Club and chainsaw carvers will also have sites at the events for those that enjoy the finer things in life.

Mr Duggan says there will be plenty of things to see and do at the Northland Field Days with a number of new events being scheduled.

On Saturday March 1 Classic Hits will be running gala games near the headquarters allowing visitors to take part in a range of family competitions from wife carrying, dunking for apples to sheep racing and more.

Jamie Mackay, host of The Farming Show on Radio Sport, will be broadcasting live from the Field Days on Friday.

With numerous competitions including lawnmower races, dog trials, tractor pull and logger sports, the Northland Field Days Committee has arranged something for everyone.

“There is so much to see and do,” says Duggan. “It doesn't matter what age you are, where you come from or what your interests are, you'll see something that appeals to you at Dargaville.”

Free parking is available close to showgrounds with regular public transport running to and from the event.

■ northlandfielddays.co.nz

GROWING: Crowds at Northland’s biggest rural showcase will see more new events and attractions.