Thursday, October 10, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

The Belle & The Beau Harvest Festival Ball Celebrates Local Talent

The annual Harvest Festival Students’ Ball in Home Hill was a night to remember, showcasing local youth dressed to impress. The prestigious titles of Belle and Beau of the Ball were awarded to Zoe Bonanno and Ryan Kennedy, with Blaize Palmer and Emily Leek taking home the Runners Up titles.
Special mentions were given to Ezra Henaway, Rudie Laubscher, Ponhila Finau, Cooper Raitelli, Tianee Bolam, Sophie Parker, Charlie Conway, and Payton Rogers for their standout performances and style.

Centre: The Belle and the Beau of the Ball Zoe Bonanno and Ryan Kennedy. Credit: Hayden Menso Photography

STUDENTS’ BALL A SUCCESS

The event was filled with excitement as participants enjoyed a night of elegance and celebration, with the community coming together to honour the students.
The Student Ball continues to be a highlight of the Harvest Festival, bringing the community closer and showcasing the vibrant spirit of Home Hill’s youth.

1 – 14: photos supplied. Credit: Hayley Oats
15-17: Belle and Beau of the ball with judges, Beau Ryan Kennedy, Belle - Zoe Bonanno. Credit: Hayden Menso Photography
18: Belle and Beau Runners Up Blaize Palmer, Emily Leek Credit: Hayden Menso Photography
19-23: Special Mention Boys, Special Mention Girls, Ezra Henaway, Rudie Laubscher, Ponhila Finau, Cooper Raitelli, Tianee Bolam, Sophie Parker, Charlie Conway, Payton Rogers.
Best Dressed Couple - Georgia Tomasetig & Angus McMullen, Sass- Ella Dabelstein, Swagger - Sioeli Mau
24-26: Red Carpet Arrivals. Credit Hayden Menso Photography
27: Belle and Beau arrival. Credit: Hayden Menso Photography
28-29: Harvest Festival Queens with Judges. Photo Credit: Hayden Menso Photography

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