The award was presented by the shire council on Saturday, May 13 at a ceremony which recognised other local events.
Murrindindi Shire Mayor John Walsh said the award was a new category for this year to honour group events.
“Our shire awards recognise the significant voluntary contributions that community members make,” Cr Walsh said.
“Our local volunteers and volunteer groups are an essential ingredient in the prosperity of our rural communities.”
The show’s committee chairperson Ayden Embling said the award recognised the success of the show for the past 26 years and that he looked forward to this year’s event.
“The numbers are looking great. The atmosphere is already out there,” Mr Embling said.
“Last year we had about 14,000 to 15,000 people visit the show and that was our biggest one to date.
“We had over 300 trucks, a 120 utes and about 40 rods.
“It was the longest stretched-out event, going along two kilometres of the main street.”
The award will be on display at the show.
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