Kate Emery: More Subsidies Not the Solution for Royal Show

Crowds at the Perth Royal Show decreased significantly this year, attracting only 300,000 attendees compared to last year’s 438,600, leading to calls for the WA Government to reinstate subsidies that previously made the event more affordable. Despite the financial struggles of the Royal Agricultural Society of WA, the author argues against using taxpayer funds to support an event that primarily benefits middle-class families rather than those truly in need.

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