THE Dalgety Show Society will proudly present the second annual Dalgety platypus plunge.

Following the incredible success of last year’s event, drawing massive crowds along the mighty Snowy River, it is back for another thrilling race. Spectators lined the riverbank 10-deep in 2024, and the excitement has already started to build again this year.

This year, platypus will take to the water, racing through town to the finish line at the weir. Locals have been busy with their paintbrushes, adding their own creative flair to their little platypus racers, and there is great anticipation for the event.

The race will start at 11am on show day. General entry race prizes are: first, $200; second, $100; and third, $50.

The corporate entry race prize is the prestigious 'golden platypus' trophy and a full year of bragging rights.

“A huge thank you to our amazing community for making the first-ever platypus plunge such a success. We can’t wait to see you all again this year for another spectacular event,” Dalgety Show Society president, Julie Hedger, said.