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Show Circuit Information Shepparton Show 13 – 14 October 2023
147th Annual Shepparton Show will be held on 13-14 October 2023.
Attendances
The Shepparton Show will be operating under current public health directions.
Entry
Members to enter the Showground via Gate 5 (Williams Rd).
Bump In
Please no entry/camping on the Showgrounds until Monday 9th October for bump in.
Shepparton Show Food Traders Information 2023
The Shepparton Show is on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th October 2023 at the Shepparton Showground, 275-299 High Street,
Shepparton Victoria 3630.
In Victoria, all food premises are required to register or notify under the Food Act. This applies to fixed premises food businesses, such
as cafes and restaurants and
also to temporary or mobile food premises, such as food trucks, water carters and vending machines.
FoodTrader has replaced Streatrader and can be used by temporary
and mobile food businesses or community groups to manage their obligations under the Food Act
1984 (Food Act) with local councils.
For further information, please contact Greater Shepparton City Council on 5832 9731 or via email to
eho@shepparton.vic.gov.au.
All food vendors must register with FoodTrader, and all documentation must be submitted least 2 weeks prior to our show i.e., show date 13th & 14th October 2023. Late submissions will not be allowed to trade at the Shepparton Show.
Please contact Greater Shepparton City Council Environmental Health Ph: 03 58329731 or email: council@ shepparton.vic.gov.au if you require further information.
Insurance
City of Greater Shepparton council have stated all insurance policies must have $20 million cover to operate on Council grounds. As a requirement of our POPE documentation, Proof of current insurance must be submitted to Shepparton Agricultural Society
Inc 2 weeks prior to our show.
Email to sheppagsoc@gmail.com
Logbooks
Worksafe will be checking
logbooks Wednesday 11th October 2023 at Secretary’s Office.
All insurances will be checked as
well by Shepparton Show staff, current insurance certificate must be received 2 weeks prior to our show.
Collection of Rent
Thursday 12th October from 5pm at Grandstand.
Amusement Rides
These must all be insured by the third-party contractor i.e., Showmen’s Guild etc. and a current Certificate
of Currency must be obtained BEFORE allowing the contractor to enter the grounds and set up.
Movement of large emergency vehicles is not to be hindered by the placement of Amusement rides, sideshow games, activities and sideshow novelties encroaching over boundary lines.
There must be a clearway left on corners of streets to allow large emergency vehicles to clear access throughout the grounds and be aware of the front of house, with awnings, shutters etc. opening onto the street. Please comply with line- marked boundaries, temporary fencing, safety bollards and safety bunting in place.
Cattle Unloading and Parking
There will a cattle unloading /cattle park area sited north of Multi-purpose pavilion with exit out to Williams
Rd via Cattle gate. The area will
be fenced off from sideshow area
on hardstand during showtime.
Back of House
Please ensure back of house is
kept clean and tidy. To ensure a safe working environment, please ensure all electrical leads are tested and tagged. Power leads are to be placed correctly in power boxes, no leads on the grounds to avoid trip hazards or danger of electrocution.
Please ensure all LPG gas cylinders are compliant with current safety standards.
Waste & Rubbish
All rubbish including cable ties, balloon scraps, fairy floss stick, food containers, cigarette butts, glass bottles, drink cans, baby’s nappies, syringes, carboard and general household rubbish must be disposed in the appropriate manner and place in the appropriate waste bin.
Dumping of mattresses, oil cans, cooking oil, tyres, unwanted electrical goods into skip bins
will not be tolerated and must be disposed in the correct manner at the waste transfer station.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted to roam the showground. Please ensure all dogs remain in the care and control of their owners and please clean up after them. The Council Ranger will be notified if dogs are wandering.
Traders and Exhibitors
All marquees must be safely secured to prevent being them moving
in the event of wind. Ensure signage, banners, etc. are secure. Securing pins, pegs or stakes must not be driven into the ground as underground hazards may exist.
Please ensure all electrical leads are tested and tagged.
Please ensure all LPG gas cylinders are compliant with current safety standards.
Camping Area
No lighting of fires is permitted in camping areas. These areas must be kept clean and tidy, no dumping of rubbish, cigarette butts, cans, etc and no glass allowed. No camping on grassed main arena or heavy vehicle parking. All excess vehicles must remain off site.
Vehicles
No vehicle movement is allowed during show operating times 10am- 10pm, except for Emergency vehicles and where it is necessary. Livestock exhibitors must be escorted and move at walking pace with their hazard lights operating during
show time. Please obey directions given by Traffic Marshalls.
Delivery vehicles are only permitted to enter the showground between 7.00am-9.00am on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th October 2023.
Emergency Vehicle Gate
Meeting Point: Gate 3 Thompson Street. for Emergency Vehicles
Access points: Gate 1 (High Street Gate), Gate 3 (Thompson Street) and Gate 7(Archer Street).
Ensure 1m clearance at all Fire Hydrant Points and access is not blocked by equipment.
The grassed main arena is the designated Emergency Assembly Area.
We thank you for understanding and co-operation with these procedures so we can all enjoy a successful show.
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