Mr CIOBO (1:55 PM) —Last Friday, 1 September, my wife and I had the privilege of attending the official opening of the Centenary Gold Coast Show. As one of Queensland’s longest-running regional shows, it was a fine tribute to the team, who invest thousands and thousands of hours of effort to successfully hold the Gold Coast Show. This year, the show was officially opened by the Queensland Governor, Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC. It was an excellent link to the very first show, which the then Queensland Governor officially opened.

I would like to congratulate Mr Doug Riser and the Gold Coast Show Society president, Mr Gary Baildon, on a magnificent centenary show. I also convey my and the Gold Coast’s thanks to the many people who ensure this Gold Coast institution continues going from strength to strength. From sideshow alley through to the main arena entertainers and the many students and residents who enter the various competitions, it is clear this show is unique. I am delighted to be associated with it. I wish them strength and I am looking forward to another 100 successful shows.