Miss Showgirl Darling Downs , Alexandra Turner. Heritage Bank Toowoomba Royal Show. Photo Nev Madsen / The Chronicle Nev Madsen ALEXANDRA Turner has made her home town of Goondiwindi proud, taking the Darling Downs Miss Showgirl sash at the Heritage Toowoomba Royal Show.
Presented the coveted title by 2012 holder Kimberly Bach, Ms Turner said she was honoured to have the chance to represent her community in Brisbane.
"It's just a really fun weekend," the 23-year-old said.
"This is just great. I don't think Goondiwindi has ever had a Miss Showgirl go on to Brisbane."
Crows Nest Miss Showgirl Samantha Goulding was named Miss Popular, and Stanthorpe Miss Showgirl Ally Duske was awarded Miss Runner-Up.
Winners were announced by Brisbane RNA president David Thomas, who cautioned that competition at the annual Ekka for the coveted state crown would be fierce.
The honours were bestowed on the winners on the final day of the show on Saturday in front of a large and appreciative crowd.
Show chief executive Damon Phillips said about 55,000 people walked through the gates over the three days, and he thanked the community for their support.
"For an organisation such as ours, if we can put on a great community event and a great show, it allows us to interact with the community," he said.
"It is the cheapest agricultural show in the country and we see that as vitally important.
"It is quality and value for money, and something I think the community appreciates."
Mr Phillips said the committee would continue to source big-name acts. For all show results, visit toowoombashow.com.au.
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