NPA Show in Bamaga

It used to be called the Bamaga Show and there are photos from as early as 1966 of the horse races.


Today, the show is held at the Bamaga Oval,
   

... and there are lots of things including horse races,
   

... rodeo,
   

... pig hunt,
   

Competitions and games like like wood chopping and coconut husking, cake judging, novelty games, best dressed horse and rider, 100m Dash for Cash and NPA Got Talent.
  

There are indigenous bands and traditional dancing,
   

... and there are food stalls and stalls selling indigenous art;
   

... as well as slides and amusement rides.
   

It starts with an official opening ceremony with the Mayor, Councillors and Traditional Owners' (Elders') "Welcome to Country", usually on a Thursday night,
   

... making Friday a public holiday, and ending on Saturday night with a closing presentation and fireworks.

   

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