Shelby Taggart, Jess Thomson, Georgia Moody, Chantelle Shevels and Ayla Nganeko-Begg. Photos courtesy of the Deniliquin Show Society.
Deniliquin representative Georgia Moody has been selected to progress to the state finals of the AgShows NSW Young Woman competition following the zone finals held on Saturday at Ganmain.
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Georgia and a group of members from the Deniliquin Show Society travelled to Ganmain on Saturday for the Zone 7 show finals.
At the regional finals eighteen young women represented shows from across the Riverina and South West as part of the Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman competition.
The day started with an interview by the three judges before the representatives enjoying lunch with their fellow young women and the judges.
At the presentation dinner on Saturday, Georgia was selected to compete and represent the region at the Sydney Royal Easter Show with the final presentation set to take place on Sunday, April 13.
The achievement is particularly impressive for Georgia who is a Graduate Agronomist at Nutrien Ag Solutions Deniliquin arriving from New Zealand for the start of 2025.
The competition has been running since 1962 and recognises leadership, community spirit and passion for agriculture.
Ganmain's Daneka Hatty, and Cootamundra's Paige Sedgwick were also sashed as the Zone 7 State finalists and will travel to Sydney for the final.
The Deniliquin Show Society also placed first in the quilt competition and second in the photography competition.
Deniliquin Show Society recognised Lyn Rose and Ryan Heffer respectively for contributing their work, as well as Mary Allitt for contributing her knitting.
President of the Deniliquin Show Society Ayla Nganeko-Begg said the trip to Ganmain was a great experience for the group.
“Firstly thanks to Ganmain Show Society for hosting us and celebrating our beautiful region,” she said.
“It’s a lovely small town with a deep connection to the heritage and prestige of its agricultural past.”
Georgia’s selection to progress to the State Finals was well earned Ms Nganeko-Begg said.
“Georgia definitely represents the spirit of Deniliquin with her agricultural talents, she has found a home and real connections here.”
“Sitting in the crowd with supporters from other towns, I heard so much praise for her.”
“One of the organisers commented on her strong show presence, how attentive and engaged she was during the other interviews, and the warm, genuine way she interacted with people both on and off the stage.”
Ms Nganeko-Begg said the Deniliquin Show Society is fortunate to have experience in the Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman competition in the form of local Shelby Taggart.
“This year, Georgia will also be mentored by a previous Young Woman finalist, Shelby who represented Deniliquin at the state level.”
“The two of them together are setting a great precedent for talented local women stepping confidently onto the state stage.”
She said Georgia reaching the State Finals is a great achivement and represents some of what Deni has to offer.
“Looking ahead to the Sydney Royal Easter Show, we have high hopes for Georgia.”
“Taking out the state title would mean so much for Deniliquin — not just as a win, but as a celebration of the talent, heart, and community spirit that defines our town.”
“Her journey is a reminder that involvement in the show, whether as a volunteer or an entrant, can open doors to opportunities far beyond our town limits.”
The 145th Deniliquin Show will take place on Saturday March 7 and will feature many attractions as well as competitions to enter.
Deniliquin representative Georgia Moody before the Zone 7 finals.
