Camden, New South Wales, is recognized as the birthplace of Australian agriculture, boasting significant historical and contemporary agricultural sites. Despite rapid growth and new residents' limited awareness of its agricultural legacy, Camden remains a vital hub for agricultural research and education, blending rural lifestyle with community connections and open spaces.
Tag: Ruralness
Camden Show Sponsors’ Night
The Camden Show committee expressed gratitude to sponsors during the 2025 event, highlighting the long-term support from Hennings Jewellers. President David Dunbier anticipated 48,000 attendees and addressed past challenges, while Ellen Stucki shared her ambassadorial experience. The show, a prominent regional event since 1886, strengthens community identity and engagement.
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The Rotolactor, a Menangle milking marvel
The Rotolactor was Menangle's milking marvel. A rotating dairy that was a tourism attraction and an example of industrial modernism on the colonial property Camden Park estate.
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Living history at a country festival
Living history was on display at a country show with the real sounds sights and smells of the farm
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A country show comes to town
The 2018 Camden Show is the 132nd event of this festival celebrating local rural life. In 2019 over 40,000 attended the annual festival.
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Camden Showgirl, an enduring pageant
Miss Showgirl, an enduring anachronism at a rural festival that brings the community together and celebrates the areas rural heritage and agriculture
