Oxford A and P Assn

14/06/2026

National Volunteer Week: A Massive Thank You! 🙌🚜

An event as big and successful as the Oxford A&P Show simply doesn't happen without an absolute army of incredible volunteers.

From the committee members who spend months planning behind the scenes, to the gate marshals, stewards, and everyone who rolls up their sleeves to set up pens, judge competitions, and clean up afterwards—THANK YOU!

Your hard work, time, and community spirit are what keep our local traditions thriving year after year. We are incredibly lucky to have such a dedicated crew giving back to our rural community.



https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.volunteeringnz.org.nz%2Fcampaigns%2Fnational-volunteer-week%3Fct%3Dt(Y_COPY_01)%26mc_cid%3D75dd1c1349%26mc_eid%3D2e66c431c0%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyWkFxbzlZaVRvT20zdm9maHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR73_cDyQiIfBjUaRGFbb5kDBw0NoF1iK2xs5fSnl_a1PEG_PtgDE6H8tmiA-A_aem_VjYz0kddbkbv6pqo7RY0tw&h=AUD20aXrWlnPUktFEMx7zCTnwSwIWLTjTmqmhrsoe89VtujC9F1pobU_um2hJTkMfYZJN8_91f_esEJMVyz9IA40iLcSlOpnxMkzlG3tOlSeXxDfkq3X8E2YewR_nRofrYjdSimkeJLUGQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AUAEjaMov68rT1Zlqqota6k3TVtwmCp3JnOJbcEbGWcWCPB3U0GQKKnQ009uDT7bnN_j1Tp4EctvDD88zuglodcs_gbzshIw2gvTfm4HsH5lkPPzr20hU0YXwfiWFH83fhQ3YDW_yG0NrYwjtiVYGYscZPCyDXEUWsOiw6Ow57W0cUY-wOeCeDm17eshtvvE5-B04t-2sSCYue0ASHK5VED504omyDj6

15/05/2026

Dairy Goat Junior Judging A Success in Cross-Section Collaboration

This year, the Dairy Goat section introduced an exciting change by opening the Junior Judging class to participants from the Dairy and Beef Cattle sections. The initiative proved to be an outstanding success, fostering camaraderie and skill-sharing across different agricultural disciplines.

The Competition
The class invited young agriculturalists aged 24 and under to demonstrate their technical knowledge. Competitors were evaluated on their precision in placing the animals and their confidence in speaking to those placings—a true test of both livestock eye and public speaking.

Highlighting New Talent
The event saw a fantastic turnout, notably from the Rangiora High School Lowline Cattle team, who brought eight competitors to the ring. Remarkably, seven of those eight were competing in Dairy Goat judging for the very first time.

Section Convener Alice praised the effort of the newcomers:
"It was wonderful to see so many young people stepping outside their comfort zones. For so many first-timers to perform at this level is a testament to their dedication and livestock knowledge."

Official Results
A huge congratulations to the following individuals for their top-tier evaluations:

1st Place: Harry Parrish (Rangiora High School Lowline Cattle team)

2nd Place: Niamh Carden-Holdstock (Tamarvale Dairy Goats)

3rd Place: Samara Van Wyk (Rangiora High School Lowline Cattle team)

4th Place: Annabelle Birchler (Rangiora High School Lowline Cattle team)

Congratulations to all the competitors who participated and helped make this cross-section initiative a highlight of the year! And Thanks to the exhibitors who help run this.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Following the success of this year’s cross-section initiative, we are looking for a dedicated sponsor to support the Dairy Goat Junior Judging class for the 2027 show. This is a unique opportunity to support youth development and agricultural education in our community. If you or your business would like to provide prizes or support for these talented young judges or another section, please send us a message .

01/05/2026

🌿 Save the Date: Oxford A&P Garden & Art Trail! 🎨

Mark your calendars for a weekend of inspiration! The Garden & Art Trail is happening on October 25th & 26th, and it’s going to be a spectacular showcase of local talent and nature.

This event is a fundraiser for the Oxford A&P Association. Every ticket helps us maintain our show grounds and ensures we can keep bringing you the events you love year after year.

Get ready to explore stunning private gardens and discover incredible local art right here in our community. Whether you're a green thumb or an art lover, this is a weekend you won't want to miss.

✨ More details and ticket info are on the way... watch this space!

26/04/2026

🥳📣 Huge Congratulations to our 2026 Winner! 👏
We are thrilled to announce that James Jones has been named the Raine & Horne Young Achiever for 2026! 🏆

James has shown incredible dedication and talent, and we couldn’t be prouder to recognize his hard work at this year’s show. It’s young leaders like James who keep our agricultural traditions thriving.

A massive thank you to Raine & Horne Oxford for your continued sponsorship and support of our youth. Your commitment to recognizing the next generation makes a world of difference!

Join us in the comments to congratulate James! 🥂✨

24/04/2026

A Huge Thank You to Our Incredible Volunteers! 🌟

The Oxford A&P Show simply wouldn’t be possible without the dedicated team of volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes. From setting up the grounds and managing the gates to coordinating the livestock sections and the GP Hall, your hard work keeps our community tradition alive.

Whether you spent the whole day with us or helped out for a few hours, your contribution is what makes this event such a success. We are so grateful for your time, energy, and community spirit!

To every steward, marshal, and helper—thank you for being the heart of our show. 🙌 🚜🇳🇿

16/04/2026

Champion of Champions

Our Annual Show held last weekend once again showcased some of the finest livestock, equestrian talent and rural exhibits in the region. A highlight of our show is the presentation of the prestigious 'Champion Animal of the Show', recognizing excellence in breeding, presentation and performance across all categories.
This year the Champion Animal of the Show was awarded to a 4 year old Red & White Holstein Friesian Dairy Cow owned by Robbie, Emily, John & Sue Wakelin of Belbrook Holsteins in Springbank. Belbrook Stoplight Esther-Red had earlier in the day won the Robson Environment Champion All Breeds Dairy Cow, Holstein Friesian Champion Cow, the Type and Production Class having produced 690kgs of milksoilds in her 2024/25 lactation and also taking out the best uddered Dairy Cow.
It has been quite some season for Esther having won All Breeds Champion Cow at Ellesmere, Rangiora and Christchurch Shows back in the spring to complete an unbeaten show season.
When asked what makes Esther such a special cow Robbie said “she is the type of dairy cow the industry is wanting; she is a non fussy cow of moderate stature with alot of capacity, a good rump and a well attached desirable udder that knows how to milk. What holds special significance to us is Esther is the 8th desendant of a cow my father purchased back in 1973.”

Congratulations


holsteins

14/04/2026

🏔️ A Massive Success: Lees Valley 4WD Fundraiser!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us, buckled up, and helped out at our 4WD Lees Valley fundraiser!

We had an incredible turnout, and it was fantastic to see the community coming together for such a great cause. The day was a massive success, and we couldn't have asked for better company or better tracks.

🚜 Special Recognition
The Association would like to extend a massive thank you to Lees Valley Station. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity in allowing us to use this beautiful land. Being able to experience such a stunning part of our backyard is a privilege we don't take for granted!

13/04/2026

12/04/2026

And that’s a wrap! 🎡 >
What an incredible day at the 121st Oxford A&P Show. From the talent in the GP Hall to the action in the livestock rings and the high-flying entertainment, it was a day to remember.

A massive thank you to everyone who came out to support us. We would love to hear about your day! What was your favorite highlight? Drop your photos and feedback in the

Send a message to learn more