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Arts & Crafts
The Sydney Royal Arts & Crafts Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show showcases creative excellence across art, photography, woodwork, quilting, leatherwork and cake decorating.
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been an influential force in the direction and development of Australian agriculture through competitions, education and events since its foundation in 1822. The RAS is a not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting agricultural development and rural communities in Australia.
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The Sydney Royal Arts & Crafts Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show showcases creative excellence across art, photography, woodwork, quilting, leatherwork and cake decorating.
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The Sydney Royal Aviary Bird Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show showcases over 150 years of avicultural tradition.
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The ADVANCE™ Sydney Royal Cat Show is a leading Australian competition for pedigree and companion cats, held as four Championship Shows during the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
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The Sydney Royal Cattle Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s most distinguished livestock competitions, attracting exhibitors from across the country to present up to six breeds of dairy cattle and over thirty breeds of beef cattle. The program features the Beef Cattle Competition, Dairy Cattle Competition, Purebred Steer & Carcase Competition, Trade Hoof & Carcase Competition, and youth events including the Paraders’ and Young Auctioneers competitions. Exhibits are judged independently on quality, performance and presentation, with youth competitions designed to foster future industry leaders. The program highlights excellence in livestock and genetics, making the Sydney Royal Cattle Show a benchmark for achievement in the Australian cattle industry.
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The ADVANCE™ Sydney Royal Dog Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia's premier canine competitions, featuring over 200 breeds and attracting more than 3,000 entries each year.
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The Flower & Garden Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is an iconic horticultural competition welcoming gardeners, florists, schools and community groups from across New South Wales.
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The Sydney Royal Frog & Reptile Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s largest and most respected competitions for non-venomous snakes, lizards, geckos and frogs.
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The Sydney Royal Goat Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s most prestigious and internationally recognised livestock events.
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The Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is a popular horticultural competition, inviting gardeners of all ages to showcase their best pumpkins in the Flower & Garden Pavilion.
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The Sydney Royal Horse Show is Australia’s longest-standing equestrian competition, established in 1822 and recognised as a premier national showcase for breeders, stables and horse enthusiasts.
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The Sydney Royal National Honey Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is Australia’s premier apiculture competition.
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The Sydney Royal Pig Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious breed competitions, supporting excellence throughout the pig and pork industries. Established in 1824, the event attracts leading studs and breeders nationwide, with rigorous independent judging and opportunities to benchmark breeding programs against industry peers.
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The Poultry & Pigeon Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s most prestigious avicultural competitions, with a history dating to 1858.
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The Sydney Royal Rabbit Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s longest-running and most popular domestic animal competitions, with rabbits first exhibited in 1858.
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The Scarecrow Competition is a colourful feature of the Sydney Royal Easter Show, celebrating imagination, craftsmanship and fun.
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The Sydney Royal Sheep & Fleece Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s oldest and most respected livestock competitions, with origins dating back to 1823.
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The Young Judges Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show showcases the skill and knowledge of emerging agricultural experts. Held in partnership with AgShows NSW, The Australian Stock Horse Society, and the Australian Pony Stud Book Society, the event welcomes competitors from across New South Wales and beyond to judge livestock, produce and agricultural products in a live setting.
Each year, every Show Society in NSW has the chance to nominate a deserving individual who has made a meaningful contribution to their Show Society. We encourage all Shows to complete the application to help us recognise and celebrate the invaluable role that regional Agricultural Shows play—not only in advancing Australian agriculture, but also in strengthening their local communities. Let’s honour these achievements together!
