2018 Results

This year has seen a reduction in the number of entries to the Hunter Olive Show, both from within and without the Hunter Valley, reflective no doubt on the tough environmental conditions of the last 12 months.

We continue to keep the entry fees unchanged. A key feature of the show continues to be the affordability of entry fees. It provides an opportunity at a modest cost for a grove to have multiple entries across a whole range of classes. In time we expect to add more regional awards so that the Hunter component is one part of the show. This year 42% of exhibitors were from the Hunter, accounting for 58% of entries.

There are two keys to the success of the Hunter Olive Show.
First it is run by volunteers, most of whom have been helping at the show for years. On judging day, the local volunteers are supplemented by out of Hunter judges who help ensure a national outlook to our judging. Especially we give special thanks to Mike Thomsett, Helen Taylor, and Margie Carter, who all travelled long distances to be with us.

The second key to our success is the support from our sponsors most of whom have very consistently supported the show for many years. The generosity of our sponsors is the key to keeping fees low.

Finally thank you to all our sponsors, judges and volunteers: well done, another successful show. Steve Mitchell and Alan Smith