OMARAMA Under the terms of the criteria for the location synopsis Omarama does not meet that standard. But this all about iconic discoveries; large and small, significant or insignificant…If discovered will be recorded. Omarama is on the ‘high plains ‘of central south island and is on the junction of state highway 8 and 83 His is a small township that service recreational industries, but the vistas are on this planet and are a must experience. The town has a church and a hotel. And, once a year has a fund raising event for the ‘shearer contingent’ and its representation at the next annual event. Included in theses fund raisers is the annual spud growing competition. This equals one seed spud, one bucket and one bucket of soil and waits a year. The winners have got a place for 1) tallest plant                                                        2) Most potatoes that have met a size criterion and                                                       3) Biggest potato There are a number of prizes for each category.     What an evening of fun!!!!!!