Rylington Continues to Grow

The committee has been fortunate to obtain funding from AWI for shearing schools and this has enabled them to conduct eight, one-week shearing schools in the last year. Around 100 students have taken part. 

“We thank AWI for their support,” chairperson Richard Turner said.

Crop and pasture trials are continuing at Rylington Park as part of the ongoing program.

“During the year we have hosted workshops, field days and our very successful Ladies’ Day. However the attendance at our Mens’ Day was disappointing, even though we had excellent speakers,” Mr Turner said.

“Rylington Park is continuing to sponsor young Boyup Brook students who wish to attend an agricultural college with a $1000 scholarship. This is part of our commitment to foster agriculture among young people in Boyup Brook.”

This year the committee is also pleased to be sponsoring the Boyup Brook Playgroup to help with their fundraising.

Upgrades to Rylington Park include a new silo and silo pad, and some more renovations to the house. Two bedrooms have been upgraded with plastering repairs, painting, new floor coverings and built-in robes. In the near future the plan is to upgrade the kitchen and bathroom.

“I would like to thank my committee for their dedication over the last twelve months. Paul Broockmann and Paul Goerling have retired from the committee and I would like to thank them for their past support. Peter Reid and Alex Coole have been appointed as their replacements and now join Charles Caldwell, Mathew Chambers, Graham Aird, Steve Thompson and Paul Omodei on the committee,” Mr Turner said.

“I would also like to thank our manager, Mark Deas and Erlanda for their continued support. My personal view is that, as Rylington Park is owned by the people of Boyup Brook, and is becoming more financial, we should be proactive and budget for supporting some major project within the town in the future,” he said.