Magical Mangawhai gala turns on the fun

 

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Sunshine, smiles and children’s excitement flowed as crowds flocked to Mangawhai Beach School’s annual Agriculture and Gala Day on October 22. Live entertainment, delicious food, beautiful student artworks and a variety of fun stalls offering a raft of activity from balancing on Segways to stress release of plate smashing, engaged gala-goers and helped raise $34,000 for the school.


 
 
 
  

 


WORDS & PHOTOS/Julia Wade

AERIAL PHOTO/Jason Stitt


1: Scarecrows of all character and styles greeted visitors to the day.

3: Crowds of adventurous children were keen to conquer the heights of the climbing tower.

5: Taking on the Segway challenge of balance and control was popular for all ages.

7: St John provided an enjoyable way to ride in an ambulance.

8: Soccer games, plate smashing, darts and balloons and the traditional coconut shy were among the many stalls that drew enthusiastic crowds, keen to win a prize.

10: Students relished the idea of soaking MBS Principal Aaron Kemp with wet sponges.

11: Jane Yates and the MBS Ukulele Group were among a list of singers, dancers and performers who entertained the crowds.

12: MBS Kapahaka wowed the audience with several invigorating performances.

14: Some of the woolly winners who picked up prize ribbons in a range of cateogories including rearing, novice, most bonded pair and ‘Lick, spit and polish’.

16: Dancer Olivia Platt wows the crowds with her grace and style.

17: Children’s various art works lit up the hall with bright colours and creative styles.

18: Canines showed off their many talents and style in the dog show.

19: Cayene Odi and intermediate music teacher Ben Bradley made a great duet.