News
9 May, 2025
Esk’s leading teens
THE bright young faces vying for the crown as Esk’s next Showgirl and Rural Ambassador have been announced this week, with winners being chosen at the 2025 Esk Showgirl and Rural Ambassador Awards Dinner on Saturday, May 10.
The event and winning title will be shining a spotlight on local youth who embody leadership, talent, and a passion for their community.
Leading the way is Showgirl Entrant Taleah Pearson (21), sponsored by Future Lady Tradies, who enjoys cooking, shopping, and spending time with loved ones.
In the Young Community Leader category, three inspiring teens will take the stage:
Azavier Chaplin (14), sponsored by Esk Caravan Park & Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Motel, is an outdoors enthusiast who loves fishing, dirt biking, hunting, and cattle work.
Jorja Limmer (14), sponsored by CJ McCormick, has a flair for ballet, art, baking, sewing, and theatre.
Tayla Porter (15), sponsored by Damian and Tamarra Porter, channels her creativity through writing, drawing, music, and martial arts.
Competing for the Princess title are two spirited entrants:
Isabella Harley (13), sponsored by Rockygully Recreational & Angling Club Inc, who enjoys fishing, dance, aerial, and netball.
Nikita Brown (13), sponsored by Toogoolawah Hotel, whose interests include singing, baking, writing, and playing musical instruments—plus boxing!
The event will be held at the Somerset Civic Centre and is a major fundraiser for the Esk Show on 23–24 May, which will feature free rides and family entertainment.
The evening will feature the announcement of winners across the categories, along with a two-course meal from R&K Catering and entertainment by Baseline Studios.
Esk Showgirl co-ordinator, Breanna Pearson, emphasised the significance of community participation that these awards encourage.
“We encourage everyone to join us in supporting these young leaders who are the future of our local community,” she said.
Tickets for the event are available for purchase online, with adult tickets priced at $60 and children’s tickets (13 years and under) at $30.
Bookings are essential and can be made through the Esk Show Society’s website under the ‘What’s On’ tab.
For more information contact Breanna directly at 0411 080 446.
