THE Canungra Show’s move to introduce a Rural Ambassador award program last year continues to prove a resounding success.
Shale Sutherland, 26, was named the show’s first Rural Ambassador and she has now moved on in the regional judging to be named the top ambassador in SEQ.
The latest win puts her in the running for the Queensland title which will be announced at this year’s EKKA.
Shale’s family has been part of Canungra’s heritage for five generations and when both her mother, Connie, and grandmother, Lynne, prompted her to nominate for the Rural Ambassador title last year she didn’t hesitate.
“Many in the family have been connected over the years with the local show and I even entered the Canungra Junior Showgirl competition when I was just six,” Shale said.
“I was runner-up then and it was a big thrill.”
“Now as the Rural Ambassador I have been given the chance to bring added focus to our local show and also introduce new ideas for our big annual event,” she said.
Shale is currently promoting locals to get behind the Canungra Show’s rural ambassador program later this year which she said offered great opportunities for personal development.
“This experience has been one of growth and learning for me, and I know it will be the same for the next person named the district’s Rural Ambassador,” she said.
“Together let’s continue to honour Canungra’s rich agricultural heritage, celebrate our community spirit and inspire tomorrow’s leaders with the same passion and dedication that defines us.”
Shale attends the University of Queensland’s Gatton campus where she is undertaking a dual degree in Agriculture and Agri Business.
