Gold Coast Show 2019: Big crowd leads to showbag sellout as dogs and psychics take centre stage

Crowds have been left devastated as the Coast’s favourite showbag sold out within hours on the second day of the Gold Coast Show. But there was plenty more fun on offer with pets and psychics taking centre stage.

CROWDS have been left devastated as the Coast’s favourite showbag sold out within hours on the second day of the Gold Coast Show.

The beloved Bertie Beetle showbag was frantically snapped up by showgoers throughout the day, with organisers confirming they are now completely sold out this year.

But there was plenty more to keep the crowds entertained throughout the day.

Cora and Jai Browne pick up a couple of showbags at the 2019 Gold Coast Show. Picture: Richard Gosling

Expect to do a lot of walking while exploring all that is on offer at the Gold Coast Show with the exhibits and entertainment spread across the vast Broadwater Parklands in Southport.

Showgoers today found themselves among regular walkers who populate the parklands for the second day of the Gold Coast Show, which coincided with the Gypsy Spirit Psychic Expo.

Psychics Jodie Maio and Debbie Tawhai shared some of their insight about the Gold Coast - including guaranteeing Queensland would secure the 2032 Olympics.

IN PICTURES: ALL THE ACTION FROM DAY TWO OF GOLD COAST SHOW

Psychics Debbie Tawhai and Jodie Maio at the Gold Coast Show. Picture: Annie Perets

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“I feel that the vibration of the Gold Coast is lifting and people are awakening to a whole new level, including the young generation,” Ms Maio said.

“There’s going to be changes in a lot of people.

“There’s a lot of hope here for the future.”

When asked whether they thought the state would host the 2032 games, they said yes without hesitation.

There was plenty to do in the sunshine on day two. Picture: Richard Gosling

Sarah Rohde with Stella the Afghan Hound. Picture: Richard Gosling

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The dog show drew a crowd as hundreds of dogs showed off their shiny coats and impressive obedience skills.

Show organiser PJ Habner said the overall crowd numbers have beat last year’s show.

She attributed this to the free entry and entertainment.

Gold Coast Show at Broadwater Parklands. Picture: Richard Gosling

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“The circus has been a full every single session,” she said.

“A lot of people have been bringing along a picnic and using the time to chill and be entertained.

“The side show alley is the biggest and best ensemble we’ve ever had.”

Layla Clarke, 5, and Montana Elphick, 6, had fun at the Gold Coast Show. Picture: Annie Perets

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There were countless options of activities to make the day-out one to remember for youngsters from going on the ferris wheel to undergoing a unicorn makeover.

Friends Layla Clarke and Montana Elphick, of Pacific Pines, had a blast browsing the exhibits.

One of their purchases was colourful hair extensions which they could not wait to put into their hair once getting home.

Sunday is the third and final day of the Gold Coast Show.

Gates open from 9am - 9pm.