Aussie apple slinkies at the Ekka

If you are looking for a healthy snack at the Brisbane Ekka you could do worse than to visit the Aussie Apples stand at the Agricultural Hall and taste a cool fresh Aussie Apple slinky made from the true blue Aussie Apple varieties, Granny Smith or Pink Lady.

Grown in Stanthorpe, these Aussie Apple slinkies are only $1 each and while they are being made on the spot, you can take the opportunity to learn about the marvellous health benefits of eating Aussie Apples and how to tell for sure you are buying a Dinki Di Aussie Apple.

Growers from Stanthorpe will be on hand at various times during the Ekka to talk about Aussie Apple production in the Stanthorpe region where more than 99% of Queensland’s apples come from.

"Aussie Apples are a wonderful snack for those on the go," said Daniel Nicoletti, Stanthorpe Apple Special Interest Group Chairman and Aussie Apple grower.

"They are an ideal choice for visitors to the Ekka because they are easily portable. You can eat one while you are looking at the exhibits with two more in your bag to quench your thirst and reboost your energy later in the day," Mr Nicoletti said.

Crunch the Apple, the Aussie Apple mascot, will drop into the stand from time to time to delight the kids.

Aussie Apples is Stand 194 in the Agricultural Hall adjacent to Gregory Terrace.

For more information:
Daniel Nicoletti
Tel: +61 0428 853 108.