This year’s Local Show isn’t just about rides, showbags and community spirit — it’s also an opportunity to give back. We’re proud to be hosting a charity initiative at the show, bringing our community together to support a meaningful cause.

Throughout the 3 days visitors can get involved through donations, Every contribution, big or small, helps make a real difference to those who need it most.

The Show has always been about community — and this is our chance to show what that truly means. Join us, get involved, and help turn a great day out into lasting impact.

Dementia Australia

2026 Show Charity 

Dementia Australia is the national peak body supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers.

An estimated 446,500 Australians live with dementia, and 1.7 million people are involved in their care. Dementia is now the leading cause of death for Australians, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), and remains a challenging and often misunderstood condition.

Dementia Australia responds to this challenge with trusted information, education and support services.

We advocate to government and in the community for positive change.

We support vital research and health workers providing essential care.

We equip communities with tools and knowledge to make our society more dementia friendly.

We involve people impacted by dementia in our work, to respect and reflect the diverse range of dementia experiences across Australia.

We amplify the voices of people impacted by dementia, to empower their self-advocacy and reduce stigma in the community.

We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible.

No matter who you are or how you’re affected by dementia, Dementia Australia is here for you.

  • Our purpose

    We reduce the impact of dementia for Australians of all ages.

  • Our values

    • Authentic

    • Living experience

    • Inclusive

    • Collaborative

    • Empowering

Visiting our on site stand located in the Machinery Section at site 103.

Funds raised will support the following:

  • Dementia Research

  • Fundraiser Holland Open Garden

  • The Dubbo Dementia Alliance

  • Sing Out Dementia Choir

2027 Charity Application form