Action from the speed-fencing at the Rural Games in Palmerston North, March 2024. Photo: supplied
Tree climbing, speed fencing, axe throwing and a chainsaw sculpture exhibition.
Some 40,000 people are expected to flock to The Square in Palmerston North, for the 10th Rural Games, underway today.
Participants in the 3-day event include shearing legend Sir David Fagan, world champion tree climber Steph Dryfhout, and the world champ timbersports competitor Jack Jordan.
Kathryn catches up with founder Steve Hollander and Timbersports champion Jack Jordan.
