As beauty pageants go, it was not without the Drama, Squabbles,tantrums and Tears.

The beautiful contestants lined up on the stage, and one by one they made their acceptance speeches, some promising to help starving nations, some vowing to fight terrorism, one even pledged not to eat for a week to aid the SPCA.

That part over, the visiting celebrity judge who had  travelled from Australia was nowhere to be found.
The word got around that she had suffered a fit of the vapours, and was no longer at the festival. Had to be carried out they said!

An impromptu judge was sought, and what a magnificent job he did at such short notice.
The committee thanks Neil M for saving the contest, and would like to invite him back to judge Miss Tukifest 10.

Neil announced the winner.
Chloe H

He then invited the former Blossom Queen of Hastings, Pam M, to present the crown, flowers and the sash to Chloe.
(Pam was wearing a creation by Dior, and looked magnificent,  shoes and bag by Gucci,  diamonds from Tiffany)

The Coronation

Her crown slipped askew, her eyes were brimming with tears, as she thanked her devoted supporters.
There were hugs and tears all round.
Chloe wore a little Frock by an unknown designer, Supre, shoes by Scooter.
Chloe promised to uphold the title and become an elegant ambassador for Tukifest 10.
Her prize includes a year of free accommodation on the Gold Coast, plus a Ford Laser with 1 yr registration and insurance.

Runner up to Miss Tukifest 09 was Lisa.
A pretty little thing with a penchant for Alcopops.
She has made a serious challenge to be back next year to take the title.

The committee and the judges wish her good luck.

(committee note), prizes will change each year.

Some were sick and sorry, some were carried out unconscious, some left the country in wheelchairs but all survived the inaugural Tukifest.

Almost two weeks have passed since Tukifest rocked the Havelock hills and the dust has finally settled. All the dead Indians have been recycled in their correct coloured bins and the freshly aerated lawn (Courtesy of Chloe’s stiletto’s) has recovered. The international guests have returned home and peace has once again come to Glenn Hill station.

There are many stories to be told, too many in fact to recount them all here but one that comes to mind is of the girls who got into the spirit of tukifest and pitched their tent down by the river only to be scared off by certain males throwing sausages at their tent in the dead of night. what a strange thing to do!  these girls have been awarded the “Happy Campers ” certificate by the Committee for bravery under fire. well done girls!!

Keep an eye on the Miss Tukifest page as pictures of the winner are about to be posted.  Apologies were received from Celebrity guest judge Dame Edna, who couldn’t make it this time because of the bushfires at Moonee Ponds.

Plans are already underway for Tukifest 10 with a lot of brilliant ideas being bandied about by the committee who will be working hard to bring an even bigger and better event to your calender in 2010.

If you don’t feel like throwing another shrimp on the Barbie then you’re in luck..Stan the hot dog man will be at Tukifest with his cart full of goodies.

On the menu will be Hot dogs of course, Steak Sandwiches,burgers, chips, hot dogs on a stick and much much more.

Unfortunately you can’t flash the fantastic plastic, it’s hard cash for “Stan the man”.

A reminder to all that security will be tight at Tukifest 09.” the big H” will be manning the gate and has recieved instructions to let no one through unless they have an official invitation.

Harold has advanced training in all aspects of Martial arts and is a black belt in Judo. As you can see from his picture he is not one to tangle with.

Frontgate security

He will be in constant contact via two way radio with the house and can call for immediate reinforcements as needed.

Please remember to bring your invitation on the night to avoid disapointment.

Little Kev has been around today to set up the BBQ’s, these have been provided  for the use of any guests who would like to cook themselves a feed. Bring your own food, the use of the BBQ’S is free.

Kev will be taking bookings  for lawn mowing services and garden maintenance, 10% discount will be given for all bookings taken on the night at Tukifest 09.
Kev and his team are offering a lucky door prize of one free back yard makeover, Please get your ticket from Black Nana on the night, The prize will be drawn at 10pm while Kev is still sober.

As you can see no expense has been spared to make Tukifest the “Event of the year” on the Hawkes Bay Calender