Woodchopping at Proston was top class … Jack Argent, from Blackbutt, with Rodney Dingle, Mundubbera

March 20, 2026

When the wet weather hit recently it smashed the South Burnett, cutting roads and flooding paddocks …  but luckily the 68th Proston Show managed to scrape in before the worst of it!

A few things on the show program were affected by the weather but overall, Show Society president Mortimer Duff’s aim to make it the most affordable day out for families in the South Burnett was a big success.

The $10 unlimited rides for children were very popular, and there was a record number of entries in many competitions, including Prime Cattle and the Stockman’s Challenge.

And the weather couldn’t stop the fireworks!

Numbers were also up in the miniature horse and pony sections.

Chief steward (cooking and jams) Denise Steinhardt was particularly proud of the pavilion entries in her sections.

“The judge, Lorraine Kiem, said the quality was outstanding, leading to very hard decisions,” she said.

Chief steward (stud beef cattle) Michael Duff said more than 100 head of cattle competed despite the forecasts of heavy rain (see Cattle Results, below).

“For a regional show, it was an excellent turnout, which reflects the strong support the Proston Show receives from stud breeders,” he said.

“The dry conditions leading into the show certainly contributed to the strong cattle numbers this year, and it was terrific to see exhibitors travel to support the event.

“Looking ahead, we expect the 2027 Proston Show to be even bigger, particularly with many breeders already preparing cattle for the 2027 Rockhampton Beef Expo.”

Kiera, from Hula Hoop Brisbane, was leading fun and games for the children
Proston Show Society president Mortimer Duff with ring announcer Dale Tokely
Show Society Life Member Helen Young and show sponsor Ross Yesburg presented the unique trophy for the Noel Young Memorial 300mm woodchopping championship …  from left, Helen Young, Ross and Jace Yesberg, Jack Argent (1st), Brian Wagner (2nd), Mitchell Hewitt (3rd) and Hayden Hewitt (4th)
Jace Yesberg with his grandparents, Melissa and Ross Yesburg, from show sponsors Yesberg Earthmoving
Sunshine Coast chainsaw artist Matthew George, better known as “Matty G”, was working hard on a sculpture
Sharyn Knudsen and Pat Henry, from the Proston Local Ambulance Committee, were selling snakebite kits at the LAC stall
Mondure Rural Fire Brigade 2nd Officer Rob Whichello with 3rd Officer Russell Steer
Nanango SES Group Leader Judy, left, and Ray, right, with Proston SES Group Leader Peter Simpson, centre
Mike Osborne, at left, took out the Underhand Veterans Handicap … all competitors were over 60
Proston Show Society Life Members Del and Les Blanch were checking out the entries in the pavilion
Jim Willmott and Cr Heath Sander were judging the whipcracking competitions
Former Proston State School teacher, Show Patroness Lyn Manthey, centre, officially opened the show … from left, Show Society treasurer Mitch l’Estrange, Lyn Manthey and South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff
Champion Miniature Horse, “Puzzle Piece Prince Of Hip Hop”, with Teagan Wyles and Cr Deb Dennien
Champion Pony, “Axl Rose”, with Deputy Mayor Ros Heit, Cheryl McCormick, from Proston; and ring announcer Dale Tokely
Show Society president Mortimer Duff with Leanne Hartwig, from Eidsvold, and “Exondaroses”, Supreme Champion Hack and Supreme Show Exhibit
Felicity Reinke, from Wondai, with “Parcellaires”, the Supreme Led Exhibit
The Wondai Town & District Band also entertained the crowd

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South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff and Corey Evans, from Jen-Daview Limousins, with Supreme Champion Stud Beef Exhibit,  “Jen-Daview Vito V20”

Stud Beef Cattle 

Top 5 Stud Beef Cattle Of The Show

  1. Evans Family, Jen-Daview Limousins – Jen-Daview Vito V20
  2. Kirk Family, Hazelton Brahmans – Hazelton Empress Manso 7174
  3. R & K Orphant, Seymour Droughtmasters – Seymour Quambatook
  4. Kirk Family, Hazelton Brahmans – Hazelton Kesha 7436
  5. Evans Family, Critview Charolais – Reids Premium WZoe

Top 5 Steers Of The Show 

  1. Evans Family, Jen-Daview Livestock – Jen-Daview Princess
  2. Livingstone Family- Allie
  3. Evans Family, Jen-Daview Livestock – Jen-Daview Porky
  4. Chloe Plowman & Hamish McLeod, HC Livestock – HC Livestock Bread Boy
  5. Livingstone Family – Top Cat

British

  • Junior Champion Bull – Plowman Family, Ruby Ridge Angus: Ruby Ridge Valuable V19
  • Reserve Junior Champion Bull – Evans Family, Jen-Daview Angus: Jen-Daview Iceman V12
  • Grand Champion Bull – Plowman Family, Ruby Ridge Angus: Ruby Ridge Valuable V19
  • Junior Champion Heifer – Proston State School, Dangora Gully Red Angus: Dangora Gully Violet
  • Reserve Junior Champion Heifer – Proston State School, Dangora Gully Red Angus: Dangora Gully Winnie
  • Grand Champion Cow or Heifer – Proston State School, Dangora Gully Red Angus: Dangora Gully Violet

Small & Boutique Breeds 

  • Junior Champion Bull – Lamb Family, N Bar Lowlines: N Bar Western
  • Senior Champion Bull – Leo Clarke, Rockin J Lowlines: Rockin J Ultimate
  • Grand Champion Bull – Leo Clarke, Rockin J Lowlines: Rockin J Ultimate
  • Junior Champion Heifer – Leo Clarke, Rockin J Lowlines: Rockin J Velvet
  • Reserve Junior Champion Heifer – Ken & Gill Lorains, Whitby Farm Lowlines: Whitby Farm Freedom
  • Senior Champion Cow – Lamb Family, N Bar Lowlines: Adelaide Park Saylor
  • Reserve Senior Champion Cow – Lamb Family, N Bar Lowlines: Cann Valley Lady Pepper
  • Grand Champion Cow or Heifer – Lamb Family, N Bar Lowlines: Adelaide Park Saylor

European

  • Junior Champion Bull – Evans Family, Jen-Daview Limousins: Jen-Daview Victor V21
  • Reserve Junior Champion Bull – Proston State School, Dangora Gully Limousin: Dangora Gully Wellington Well Made
  • Senior Champion Bull – Evans Family, Jen-Daview Limousins: Jen-Daview Vito V20
  • Reserve Senior Champion Bull – Jessica Beddows, Silver Linings Simmentals: Silver Linings Union Jack
  • Grand Champion Bull – Evans Family, Jen-Daview Limousins: Jen-Daview Vito V20
  • Junior Champion Heifer – Evans Family, Critview Charolais: Reids Premium WZoe
  • Reserve Junior Champion Heifer – Chris Braithwaite, Midas Gelbvieh: Midas Xena V12
  • Senior Champion Cow – Jessica Beddows, Silver Linings Simmentals: Silver Linings Tinkerbell
  • Reserve Senior Champion Cow – Chris Braithwaite, Midas Gelbvieh: Midas Yaletta V4
  • Grand Champion Cow or Heifer – Evans Family, Critview Charolais: Reids Premium WZoe

Tropical

  • Junior Champion Bull – R & K Orphant, Seymour Droughtmasters: Seymour Quambatook
  • Reserve Junior Champion Bull – Kirk Family, Hazelton Brahmans: Hazelton Napoleon
  • Senior Champion Bull – S Duff, Duff Red Brangus: Duff Umbeara U550
  • Grand Champion Bull – R & K Orphant, Seymour Droughtmasters: Seymour Quambatook
  • Junior Champion Heifer – Kirk Family, Hazelton Brahmans: Hazelton Kesha 7436
  • Reserve Junior Champion Heifer – S Duff, Duff Red Brangus: Duff Red Honey V144
  • Senior Champion Cow – Kirk Family, Hazelton Brahmans: Hazelton Empress Manso 7174
  • Reserve Senior Champion Cow – Lamb Family, N Bar Brangus: Bullakeana Xena
  • Grand Champion Cow or Heifer – Kirk Family, Hazelton Brahmans: Hazelton Empress Manso 7174

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Junior Results

STUD BEEF YOUNG JUDGES

Under 15

  1. Jack Lamb
  2. Johanna Lamb
  3. Jace Lamb

Under 25

  1. Jessica Beddows
  2. Danny Gould
  3. Amity Nimo

PRIME BEEF YOUNG JUDGES

Under 15

  1. Libby Schuh
  2. Jack Lamb
  3. Hayley McMath 

Under 25

  1. Danny Gould
  2. Jess Beddows
  3. Sam Butcher

STUD BEEF JUNIOR HANDLERS

Under 15

  1. Angus Barber
  2. Thomas Orphant
  3. Logan Gould 

Under 25

  1. Ryan Gould
  2. Riley Orphant
  3. Abby Holt-Grundy

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Grand Parade

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