Quarry Farm was a hive of activity last weekend as thousands flocked to attend the annual SJ Food and Farm Fest.
SJ Food and Farm Alliance president Merri Harris estimated at least 3000 people entered through the gates for what was a fun, family-friendly event enjoyed with spectacular autumn weather.
The new venue gave organisers more flexibility in terms of activities, with camel rides, petting zoos and gumboot throwing proving to be crowd favourites.
“It was a huge success, with the word ‘fabulous’ being used countless times to describe the day’s activities,” she said.
“A huge thank you to Quarry Farm for hosting the event, as well as all the sponsors and volunteers and the stall holders, all of whom made this a day to remember and an event to look forward to next year.”
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- Helen McIntyre with Pollyanna the donkey. Photograph – Aaron Van Rongen.
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- Warren Bartlett-Torr on a horse. Photograph – Aaron Van Rongen.
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- Zoe Antoniette-Byrne enjoys a pony ride. Photograph – Aaron Van Rongen.
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- Amelia Hume and Maddison Hume make handmade badges with representatives from Bendigo Bank. Photograph – Aaron Van Rongen.
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- Michaela Hockey with the Bendigo Bank mascot. Photograph – Aaron Van Rongen.