The heart-pounding Iron Summit and an Iranian mother seeking a new life in Australia are among the winners of the 2024 Henty Machinery Field Days Exhibitor Awards. or signup to continue reading It was hard to go past the exhilarating Isuzu Ute Australia exhibit which left lines of visitors quite breathless. The Iron Summit offered an adrenaline-pumping ride "where you experience the thrill of conquering the world's steepest mobile 4WD ramp, climbing six metres into the air at a daring 45-degree incline".
And that's all from the safety and comfort of an Isuzu D-MAX or MU-X. And with that Isuzu claimed the Best Outdoor Large Commercial exhibitor award. Judge Daryl Thomson said the seven-metre high Iron Summit was a memorable experience with a great view from the top.
"The site was well decorated with flags and country music playing. The staff were proactive greeting us and explaining all about the vehicle on the ride," he said. Mr Thomson and fellow judge Bec Clancy covered the 14 kilometres of external shop front plus the indoor sites, assessing visual presentation, display, layout and innovation.
Meanwhile new exhibitor Neda Harandi impressed with a beautiful display of handmade baby rattles, toys, blankets - and the story of her escape from domestic violence in Iran with her two children. Her business Neda's Treasures won the Best Indoor site in the Country Lifestyle Pavilion. "The business had a banner explaining Neda's journey to .
.. a new life in Australia and now she mak.