The Te Awamutu Rose Society did the town proud last weekend with a Rosetown-centred day of family fun and wearable arts.
It was something of a family affair at one of the food stations on Sunday. Te Awamutu Rose Society president Diane Jones, left, teamed up for a quick snap with her son Ross and his wife Melanie (the younger Jones’ were surely the best-dressed sizzlers in town), as well as Shirley Lord and Melanie’s mum, Kathy McDonald. Photo: Viv Posselt
Rose Sunday 2024 incorporated a picnic in the gardens, art displays from Waipā artists, music from the Te Awamutu Brass Band and country music singer James Ray, face-painting, competitions and a rose-themed wearable arts competition.
The winner of that competition was 12-year-old Esme Perkins, who won $100 and a rose called Diamond Jubilee. Second was Hadassah Jones, who made the Queen of Roses display. She won $50 and a rose.
Rose Society organisers were delighted with the day.
This mannequin dressed by 12-year-old Esme Perkins won the top prize in the wearable arts competition. Photo: supplied
Local award-winning country singer James Ray proved to be a hit with the crowd. Photo: Viv Posselt
Names ‘Queen of Roses’ this display by Hadassah Jones took second place in the competition. Photo: supplied
Enjoying a spot of giant noughts and crosses are Te Awamutu residents Ricky Peters, left, and Kayden Naera. Photo: Viv Posselt
Doing her bit for the wearable arts competition is Te Awamutu Rose Society member and Rose Sunday organiser, Lisa Fisher. Photo: Viv Posselt
Country singer James Ray got the crowds up for a spot of great line-dancing with a great version of Achy Breaky Heart. Photo: Viv Posselt
Drifting rose petals over everyone were local fairies Harriet and Sophie Pendleton. Photo: Viv Posselt
