FROM THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE & BERRIGAN SHIRE COUNCIL: Please note there are no toilet and shower facilities as the amenities are closed. Camping areas have power & water. Booking is NOT required.
The Finley Showgrounds and Sporting Complex is run by a management committee, under the Berrigan Shire Council, consisting of representatives from the various community groups using the ground.
User Bodies:
Finley Show Society Inc.
Finley Tennis Club
Finley & District Horse & Pony Club
Finley Community Tractor Pull Committee Inc.
Finley Apex Club Inc.
Lions Club of Finley Inc.
Finley Touch Footy Inc.
Cobram Junior Soccer Association
More information about what is happening at the Showgrounds & Sporting Complex can be found on their Facebook page:
Can I camp on the Showgrounds? Can I come on [insert date]? YES! Camping is permitted at the showgrounds, and you don't even have to book a site! PLEASE NOTE: there are no toilet and shower facilities as the amenities are closed. Camping areas have power & water.
How long can I camp for? The maximum stay is 72 hours.
How much does it cost to camp?
Powered site - $20
Unpowered site - $10
What if I have horses or livestock? Those traveling with horses and livestock are allowed to camp free of charge. Feel free to use the stables, but do make sure they are clean before you leave. There are concrete pits located near the stables, please use them.
Are the grounds ever closed to camping? Please note that this is an active showgrounds and events are regularly held on various areas of the grounds. While this will not impact the camping area (expect in the case of the Finley Sheep Dog Trials on the June long weekend), it is something you need to keep in mind. There are currently two instances where the grounds are closed to camping for several days:
Third weekend in May for the Finley Ricestrippers Ball
First Sunday in September for the Finley Show
If there are other instances when the Showgrounds will be closed to camping, this will be made aware on the Facebook page. Otherwise, the ground is always open.
How can I contact the management committee? The secretary can be contacted via email or by calling 0460 767 446.