Shows, field days and agricultural gatherings were mostly cancelled, or moved to an online format to accommodate the health requirements at the time.

MAY 26 to 28: Each year Holbrook Sheep and Wool Fair attracts stud sheep breeders and more than 150 secondary school students from throughout the Riverina, southern NSW and Victoria. The first day of the fair is Schools' Day and is dedicated to educational workshops for participating schools, before they compete with their school sheep in the Schools' Interbreed Competition.

Thursday is the Open Sheep Competitions between the different breeds and the judging of fleeces. It concludes on the Friday morning with the Open Sheep Interbreed classes and a presentation of various trophies. Various Judging Competitions are also conducted throughout the event. These consist of novice and senior sections for Merino Sheep, Meat Breed Sheep and Fleece Judging.

The Holbrook Sheep and Wool Fair also hosts the Riverina Group Final of the Meat Sheep Judging Competition, with the winner and runner-up qualifying to represent the Riverina at the State Final of this hotly-contested competition.

JULY 16 to 18: The Australian Sheep and Wool Show will be held at 42 to 72 Holmes Road, Bendigo, Victoria. The event is a chance to showcase some of Australia's top sheep and wool genetics.

AUGUST 21: Ganmain Show is a fun packed day out for the whole family. It's a country show with all the nostalgia of a true country show with the fan fair of sideshow alley and entertainment. A true country show has an electric atmosphere and a vibe that makes you want to put the date in your diary for next year before you head home. You will want to come back year after year.

SEPTEMBER 10 and 11: Wagga Show Society is also thrilled to present a two-day event after the cancellation last year.

Earlier this year Robert Hamilton was named as Wagga Show Society president and he continues as a third generation member of his family to hold the position. He follows in the footsteps of his father Bruce Hamilton, who was president from 1999 to 2003 and his grandfather, the late Henry Hamilton who served as president from 1977 to 1980.

OCTOBER 2 and 3: Organisers of the Good Old Days Festival 2021 have confirmed the event at Barellan in the Riverina will go a head in October. Visit www.barellanclydesdales.com.au.