FROM one generation to the next the Miss Showgirl sash has been passed down.
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For two former Albury Showgirls there were nothing but fond memories to talk about at Albury Showgrounds yesterday.
Miss Showgirl 2012 Josie Lindner and the 1980 winner Jennie Kotzur met to share their experiences and help promote the annual competition.
“I learnt a lot about the show society especially what goes on behind the scenes and met people in the committee,” Josie said.
Although entries for the event have declined in past years, panelist for the Miss Showgirl competition Denice Murphy said this year was expected to gain more attention.
“I think it will be great, we are doing it bigger and better this year and the winner gets a whole range of cosmetics, flowers and a sash,” she said.
The winner will have the opportunity to represent Albury at the zone competition and, if successful, could make it to state and national levels held in Sydney.
The show society provides training for the regional winner, teaching women the basics of interviews, dress, introducing yourself to people, make-up, hair and a practice gala dinner.
“The competition doesn’t really have limits, a shy person could enter and come out the other end more confident,” Josie said.
The competition is judged on personality, ability to relate to people and knowing what it’s like to live in a rural community.
Jennie said it had proven to be a valuable experience for young women.
“The main benefits are the confidence you gain, getting out of your comfort zone meeting other girls and maintaining friendships,” she said.
Applications for this year’s Miss Showgirl competition will close on October 10, to enter phone Albury Show secretary Julie Walsh on (02) 6021 3031.