The Woodstock Memorial Show Inc Annual General Meeting was held on March 5th some significant milestones were acknowledged, with outgoing President Ben Johnstone acknowledging three individuals with Lifetime Memberships. The contributions that these individuals have made over many years and continue to make have helped make the Woodstock Memorial Show what it is today.
Mr John Cooley is a strong advocate for the Woodstock Memorial Show. A steward in the prime lambs for 25 years. The instigator of b ractor Pull steward from the late 1990’s until 2024. He served as Vice President for 5 years and President from 2006 to 2008. An individual whom also has tirelessly sought community sponsorship on behalf of the show body.
Mr Paul Dresser, a surname synonymous with the Woodstock Memorial Show. Paul introduced the wool section to the show in 1969 and stewarded the section in its early years. He also instigated the Prime Lamb section in 1976 with a long standing association as steward. He served as Treasurer from 1971-1988. He has also served a term both as Vice President and President. The family and the business of the family has had a life long association with the show. Paul was appointed show patron in 2022.
Mr Kevin Graham has been an active competitor in the Woodstock Show for many years. Kevin instigated the popular tug-o-war event in 1980 through until 1986. He also instigated the woodchopping event in 1995, now a major event at the Show, attracting a strong contingent of competitors and spectators. He has been and continues to be the Chief steward of the woodchopping event from its inception in 1995 to 2025.He has been chief gate steward for 36 years. Most significant though is the contribution Kevin makes behind the scenes, with countless hours of maintenance and mowing in and around the showground and seeking sponsorship for the show.
