LIMESTONE Coast women are being encouraged to reduce, reuse and recycle for a brand new competition in the 2019 Penola Show.
Using recycled metal, competitors are encouraged to think outside the box as they create unique garden art.
Penola Terra Rossa Country Women’s Association (CWA) will sponsor the event, drawing inspiration from last year’s inaugural men’s chocolate cake competition.
CWA member Janet Brodie said the local association decided on the competition to give Limestone Coast women a different avenue to express themselves.
“We here at the Penola CWA branch thought if the men can have their chocolate cake competition then we could come up with something creative just for women,” Ms Brodie said.
“It really stemmed from the idea of the chocolate cake competition and how successful and fantastic it was.
“The idea was that blokes do not usually bake so we thought how can we incorporate something that women do not usually do.”
The competition will see female entrants use recycled metal products and construct a piece of garden art.
“We thought that constructing things was a bit different and it is great as it brings in new things and categories to the show which keeps it current and interesting for people,” Ms Brodie said.
“It also allows the show to have that continued support and now the younger generation can also get involved and with general guidelines it allows entrants a lot of creativity.”
Ms Brodie said the theme tied in with the Penola Show, which is known for its unique and quirky garden-themed competitions.
“We are looking forward to seeing some really original and creative ideas,” she said.
The main bodies of entries must be no bigger than one metre high and wide, and must be able to be carried into the showgrounds.
They are able to be staged on a trestle or hanging if a frame is provided.
Entries must be on display by 12pm on November 1.
