Historical information
The Bendigo Horticultural and Agricultural Show began in 1859 when a meeting was held at the Shamrock hotel to form a committee. The first competitive event was a ploughing competition held at Lockwood in June 1859.
Physical description
Bendigo Agricultural and Horticulture Society Prize Certificate awarded to
Mr J Matchett of Sandhurst special prize for fancy pony cart harness March 24th 1880. Signed by the President and Secretary.