SEVEN young women will vie for the 2014 Singleton Showgirl crown.
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And, tonight, Sophielee Marchant, Hayley Frazer, Keyla Patton, Phoebe Garnham, Brenda Chong, Lucinda Crothers and Corinne Finney are being presented to special guest Adrienne Jackson, sponsors and the public at the Singleton Showground.
The winner of the title will be announced at the annual Singleton Show on Saturday, September 27.
Meet the impressive entrants.
Sophielee Marchant
THE 18-year-old Singleton resident completed her Higher School Certificate in 2013.
Employed by Binnie Beef Capital and Management, Sophielee lists her interests as dancing and cheerleading.
Her ambition is to travel the world as a nanny before settling down.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? I would be honoured to take the role of Singleton Showgirl to represent my
community and family that have lived here for many years. I would also be honoured to attend more community events.
Phoebe Garnham
THE 19-year-old is an employment support coordinator at Pegasus.
Phoebe likes watching documentaries about all facets of life.
She also has a true passion for volunteer work with Our Care in Singleton, doing Meals on Wheels.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? I would like to be Singleton Showgirl to learn and develop from the experience and to represent my community. I want to encourage other young ladies my age to step out of their comfort zones, have a go and challenge themselves.
Corinne Finney
THE 21-year-old is an administration and induction coordinator with Damstra Mining Services.
Corinne has been riding, and competing with, horses from a young age and, until recently, she was a member of the Singleton Pony Club.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? I would be honoured to be Singleton Showgirl as it is a great opportunity to be a part of our community and support our local show. The competition is something that I have watched growing up and I admire the previous showgirls.
Keyla Patton
KEYLA is preparing to undertake the Higher School Certificate at Singleton High School.
The 17-year-old enjoys dancing, cheerleading and touch football.
Keyla trekked Kokoda with her brother and father in honour of her grandfather with the Rural Fire Service (RFS) in April, 2013.
Kokoda is on her “to do” list again.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? I would very much like to have the opportunity to represent my town and our community in a positive environment such as the Singleton Show would provide.
Hayley Frazer
THE 20-year-old full-time student is currently studying a Bachelor of Environment Science and Management at the University of Newcastle.
A team member at Coles Singleton and Sports Power Singleton, Hayley competes in the equestrian event of campdrafting.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? I would love to have the honour in being the representative for Singleton through the Showgirl program as I believe I’d not only be a good role model but I’m also a good listener and advocate for everything this rural community represents.
Lucinda Crothers
THE 21-year-old has set a goal to travel Australia and see the Kimberleys and the Great Barrier Reef.
The hairdresser, who is employed at Tre Bella, is also interested in agriculture.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? Being a local all my life I have seen the town grow to what it is today and would love to represent Singleton and help the community strive and be the best it can be. I have great knowledge of the town and its surroundings and am able to speak professionally to persons of any age.
Brenda Chong
THE 22-year-old Singleton woman is employed at Singleton Heights Bakery.
Her hobbies and sporting interests comprise of dancing, going to the beach, shopping and camping. After working for many years, Brenda is keen to eventually travel to a few places around the world, including Fiji, Hawaii, Thailand, Bali and the United States.
Why would you like to be Singleton Showgirl? To represent my community and experience what it is like to be Miss Showgirl for Singleton and the Upper Hunter. To meet new people and embrace my experience of going out of my comfort zone.