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2026 Apple Fair 

Apple Fair Update

The countdown is ON, just 10 days to go!Things are coming together beautifully behind the scenes and, excitement is building for the big day.

 

Silent Auction Our Silent Auction is shaping up to be a big one and new items are being added regularly. You can see what’s currently on offer here: https://www.32auctions.com/applefair2026

 

A few items already getting people talking include the return of the Date Night package (watch this space for a bidding war!) and our Surf Starter Pack, a bundle of everything a young surfer might need to get started.

 

Bake Sale

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Bake Sale boxes were sent home this week ready to be filled with your favourite homemade goodies. The Bake Sale is a much-loved Apple Fair tradition and always a huge hit on the day.

 

Don’t have time to bake? Call on grandparents, neighbours or that friend who loves to bake and brag about it.

 

Goods can be dropped off at the staff room between 9am–4pm on Thursday 12th and Friday 13th.

 

Please make sure items are:

  • In the cardboard trays provided
  • Labelled with ingredients
  • Dated when baked

 

Tradie Auction

We’re also calling on any tradies in our community to join our Tradie Auction. No stage performance required, simply nominate a few hours of your time and we’ll auction it off on the day. It’s a fun way to get involved, raise funds for the school and maybe even help someone finally fix that job they’ve been putting off.

 

Volunteers

Our volunteer roster still has a few gaps. If you’re able to help, even one small shift makes a big difference to the day.

 

A huge thank you to everyone who has already signed up we really appreciate it.

WRISTBANDS + TICKETS

Wristbands and tickets available for sale via Flexischools and the Apple Fair website NOW! We will deliver them to you before the day of the fair. They can also be purchased on the day.

 

The Apple Fair still offers the best value wristbands in the region, with other school fairs priced between $40-$60. This table will help you decide what’s the best value for your family and ages of children. 

 

ACTIVITYCOSTAGE GROUP
RIDES 
Cha Cha Wristband or 8 tickets130cm+ or 110cm with an adult
Inflatable Log SlammerWristband or 6 ticketsRecommended age 7+
Inflatable Obstacle CourseWristband or 6 ticketsRecommended age 5+
Silent DiscoWristband or 6 ticketsAll ages
Mechanical SurfboardWristband or 6 ticketsAll ages
Cup & Saucer RideWristband or 6 ticketsAll ages
Jumping CastleWristband or 6 ticketsAll ages
Petting ZooWristband or 6 ticketsAll ages 
SIDESHOW ALLEY
Spooky Tunnel2 tickets All ages
Coin Drop2 ticketsAll ages
Splat the Rat2 ticketsAll ages
Photobooth2 ticketsAll ages
Rubber Duck Fishing2 ticketsAll ages
Chocolate Wheel2 ticketsAll ages
Chocolate Coin Toss2 ticketsAll ages 
Tin Can Alley2 ticketsAll ages
Guess the Lollies1 ticketAll ages
Pip’s Pony Club Hair Salon

10 - 20 tickets – Braids + Glitter

2 tickets – Hairspray

(Cash + EFT also available) 

All ages 
FREE ACTIVITIES
Paint-a-PotFreeAll ages
Jewellery + Bead MakingFree All ages
Zorb BallsFree All ages
Scavenger HuntFreeAll ages
Lawn GamesFreeAll ages
TICKETS ALSO ACCEPTED 
Book stall1-3 ticketsCash and EFT accepted
Bake sale5-12 tickets Cash and EFT accepted
Slushies5 ticketsCash and EFT accepted
Fairy floss5 ticketsCash and EFT accepted
Ice cream 6 ticketsCash and EFT accepted
BBQ3-6 tickets Cash and EFT accepted

CALLING ALL TRADIES (WITH A SENSE OF HUMOUR)

The Apple Fair is hosting a Tradies Auction - and yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like.

- You take the stage (or not…the MC can spruik on your behalf)- Show your tools of the trade and tell the crowd what you do best.- They bid for 2-4 hours of your time.

 

We’re not talking big builds, full renovations, or “while you’re here” jobs - think:

  • patching a hole in the wall
  • poisoning some stubborn weeds
  • a bit of handyperson magic
  • or even a family haircut

Just small tasks, good fun, and helping out the school. 

 

We’re looking for 10 tradies only, with a couple of builders and a plumber already signed up. Paul Crapp will kick off the proceedings and get those bids started nice and high.

If you’re keen but won’t be there on the day you can still be involved! 

 

Register your interest with Vanessa Briody: ness@oregionalcollective.com.au By 27 February

 

Thanks to the Huxley family and National Automotive Equipment Services (NAES) Apple Fair Stage

PEEL, CRUNCH + BITE – YOUR APPLE FAIR HIT-LIST 🍎

You will have received the ‘Family Checklist’ for your fridge. This is your guide in the lead up to the Apple Fair. There are lots of things to remember and prepare so get the kids to help and tick off as you go! Email the office or applefair.ogps@gmail.com 

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PEOPLE POWER – WE NEED YOU!

You’re the apple of my pie! Thank you, amazing families, for almost filling half of the volunteer roster within a week. Blown away! We still have many shifts to cover, and with just two-and-a-half weeks to go please head to the Apple Fair website to sign up. 

STILL ACCEPTING

 

  • Chocolate bar donations – drop off to office or staff room
  • Pre-loved toys and books – drop off to staff room 
  • Silent auction items – email fundraising.ogps@gmail.com 

 

EVENT DETAILS

 

  • Saturday 14 March 2026
  • 11am – 4pm
  • School Oval 
  • Bring – Gold coin donation, keep cup for coffee, shopping bag and Airtag your kids because they’ll be off living their best life. 😊
  • More details - https://www.oceangroveapplefair.com.au/