Guests arrived at the Oakey Cultural Centre on Saturday evening for the presentation of the 2018 Oakey Showgirl and Rural Ambassador Awards.
There were 13 entrants across six categories with 280 people in attendance.
Stories of women in the district were featured on the walls of the entrance for the gala theme 'Celebrating Women in Agriculture'.
The exhibition will remain on display in the Oakey Cultural Centre until March 15. Words and photos: Josie Laird, Event Images