KERRY PIETSCH could be considered the face of vintage machinery in the eastern Riverina.
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The Pleasant Hills resident was at Henty Machinery Field Days to share his passion for farm equipment that had served the industry well in decades gone by.
Mr Pietsch was representing the Henty and District Antique Machinery Club and at his eastern Riverina property he also hosts the Warrangong Heritage Collection.
For the past 30 years he hasn't missed attending the Henty Machinery Field Days and like many residents he was hoping for rain.
Dry times have gripped the region and most exhibitors wouldn't have been disappointed if rain fell during the three-day event.
"We only had 1mm of rain overnight (Monday) and I think they got 2mm here at the Henty site," he said.
"It's all welcome but we need more," he said.
Mr Pietsch said while Henty traditionally showcased the latest air-seeders, balers and tractors there was always a place for vintage exhibits.
"We try and find something new each year ... and we always have machines in working order," he said.
For those at Henty a wool baler from the 1930s was a popular draw card. And it sat alongside a baler which dated back to 1943 to 1953.
John Kingston of "Yarrawah", The Rock was also on hand at the vintage machinery site. He remembered working with a wool press similar to the one which was showcased at Henty.
He said it was good to remember the role these machines played in the rural industry.
Meanwhile, day one proved popular with patrons and the site was bustling with crowds early on in the day.
The working dog events drew in both competitors and spectators with some of the best yard dogs testing their skills.
Volunteers from throughout the eastern Riverina were also busy helping to park cars, feed the patrons, coordinate parcel pick up and clean amenities blocks.