Held on the first Saturday in September, the event has grown over the years in size, attendance and regional recognition to become one of the preeminent annual events in the Manning.

"A Day in the Country" offers a great line up of attractions, events and stalls including a tremendous range of quality arts and crafts, imaginative creations, precious relics and old wares, fantastic food, entertainment and family fun. The day is sure to appeal to all ages.

Of the 80 plus artisans and stalls who have been invited, there will be some exciting new attractions and many old favourites.

The popular Scarecrow Competition will be back and this year the theme is 'International' - think Scottish, Hawaiian, Arabian, Aussie, Bavarian, Roman toga, American Indian, Egyptian Queen, Japanese Geisha, Spanish matador - the list of possibilities is endless.

Bunnings Taree have generously donated the prizes, which include best scarecrow awarded in the adult, children's and group section. All scarecrows must be delivered and set up at Killabakh Hall before 10am on September 7.

A superb selection of quality art works will once again be on display in the old schoolhouse gallery, a great variety of delicious hot and cold food on offer and plenty of seating.

This year's entertainment line-up is the ever-popular Red Cedar Band, Sweet 'n Swampy and The Workshop.

Children will have a ball in the 'Kids Fun Zone' with a range of Side Show Alley activities including the Dunny Toss, Prize Wheel, flower garland making, plaster painting, farm animals and pony rides.

Old favourites, De Olde Nabiac Klub (DONK) will be back after a long absence with a magnificent display of historic machinery and stationary engines, joined by the Taree and District Vintage and Classic Motorcycle Club with more than a dozen beauties on display.

"A Day in the Country" will be held on Saturday, September 7, 10am - 3pm, just 16 kilometres north of Wingham along Comboyne Road.

Entry is by gold coin donation which provides the visitor with the day's program of events and the opportunity to win a raffle prize.

All money raised on the day will be used to maintain, enhance and administer facilities for the use of Killabakh residents and members of the wider community.

Remember, 'A Day in the Country' is better than a week in the city.