Membership
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The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) is a proud membership-based organisation committed to supporting rural agricultural communities to ensure prosperity and sustainability for generations to come.
Being a Member of the RAS means being a member of a community that understands, values and practically supports regional and rural agricultural families and communities who are dedicated to excellence in agricultural sustainability and to award-quality produce.
Join today to harvest the benefits of an RAS membership.
- Membership Benefits
- Membership Fees
- Members Easter Show Benefits
- Dress regulations
- 2025 Early Bird Offer
- FAQs
- Expression of Interest
- Member Feedback
An RAS Membership provides a wide range of benefits, both at the Sydney Royal Easter Show and throughout the year. Explore our offerings and become part of our community to fully enjoy all the exclusive advantages of being an RAS Member.
Members enjoy these exclusive VIP Show benefits:
- Unlimited 12-day access to the Sydney Royal Easter Show 2025 (11-22 April 2025).
- Exclusive Members Entry, and Priority Access Lanes at all other entries, to ensure you beat the crowd!
- Exclusive access to 2 Members-only dining facilities; Hordern Café and Charley Dining Room.
- Exclusive access to the Members Grandstand for some of the best seats in ENGIE Stadium to watch the Main Arena Entertainment!
- Access Members only seating in the Woodchop Arena.
- Live entertainment each night in the Members Bar at the conclusion of the fireworks.
- Access to members-only events: RAS AGM, District Exhibits Sneak Peek, Tyrrell’s Members Preview Night and Nose to Tail Dining Experience.
- Access to Members discounted ticketing for, or invitation to: Arts Preview, RAS Foundation Charity Brunch and Pigs & Pinot.
- Daily Member’s Badge Draw with cash prizes.
- Access to purchase exclusive RAS Membership merchandise including ties, hats, pins & umbrellas.
- Access to discounted tickets and parking.
- Travel on public transport included to and from the Show.
- Members only buggy service for less-mobile members.
- Members only Parents Room.
- Children’s Area located in the members exclusive Hordern Café, with daily entertainment including balloon art and face painting.
- Members Cloak Room.
- Access to Members Customer Service representatives in the Members Information Tower pre and during Show, as well as Member Customer Service Desk during Show.
Sydney Royal Easter Show Benefits:
- 10% off all food and beverage in the Hordern Café and Members Bar.
- Members discount on Hot Breakfast at the Hordern Café.
- 10% off all food and beverage outlets throughout the Show.
- 10% off selected exhibition stands throughout the Show.
- 10% discount on select accommodation located close to the Showground.
Sydney Royal Easter Show Benefits:
- Ability to purchase additional Guest Cards and Members One-Day-Royal Wristbands for guests.
- Discount code for single day general admission tickets to share with friends and family.
Your membership benefits extend beyond the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show. You can also enjoy:
- 3 issues of the exclusive membership magazine, the RAS Times, curated to bring you insights, highlights and behind-the-scenes feature articles on all things RAS, including the all-time favourite Heritage features, messages from our President and Chief Executive, Sydney Royal competition winners, Judging Schedules, and so much more!
One copy is posted per household. - Monthly e-newsletters to stay up to date with what’s happening at the RAS and Sydney Showground.
- Access to year-round Member exclusive events, including access to the Heritage Centre and RAS Archives.
- Access to year-round travel bursaries to attend industry specific events
- Discounts to select events held at Sydney Showground.
- Regular membership ticket draws for free double passes to select Sydney Showground events
- Enjoy discounts on select local accommodation (variable based on rate and availability)
- Access to discounted residential power with RAS Partner, ENGIE
- Reciprocal rights with:
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- Interstate Royal Shows
- Sydney Cricket Ground
- GWS Giants
- Sydney Thunder
- Accor Stadium for select NRL games
- Australian Turf Club
Applies to individuals who live in the Greater Sydney Metropolitan region, aged 26 years and over.
1 Year: $177
3 Year: $485
Membership is not transferable.
Applies to individuals aged 26 years and over who live outside the Greater Sydney Metropolitan area.
To qualify you must live within regions bounded by the postcodes: 0000-0950; 2250-2554; 2575-2739; 2787-9999. This includes interstate and overseas residents.
1 Year: $128
3 Year: $345
Membership is not transferable.
For individuals aged 18 - 25 years inclusive. Please note: If you are currently 24 or 25 years of age, you will be ineligible to enrol for three-year membership.
1 Year: $101
3 Year: $273
Membership is not transferable.
For individuals aged 4 - 17 years inclusive. Please note: If you are currently 16 or 17 years of age, you will be ineligible to enrol for three-year membership.
1 Year: $75
3 Year: $201
Membership is not transferable.
Applies to Members who have maintained a consecutive Membership with the RAS of NSW for 40 years OR who have reached 70 years of age and have maintained Membership for 25 consecutive years. Members are notified when they qualify. Long Standing Membership includes one (1) complimentary Guest card, and the Member may purchase up to two (2) additional Guest cards.
Membership is not transferable.
*Applicable to existing Alumni and Long-Standing members.
Applies to an invitation-only group developed to create a network of like-minded, passionate people who are committed to improving agriculture in Australia and the Show movement.
1 Year: $91
3 Year: $248
Membership is not transferable.
For businesses that would like to take advantage of RAS Membership benefits plus
- 10 transferable guest passes
- A $500 dining voucher for Charley Restaurant - for use during the Show (11 - 22 April 2025)
- Discounted rates for private suites during the Sydney Royal Easter Show
1 year: $3000
For more information, including a full list of Corporate benefits, terms and conditions, contact membership@rasnsw.com.au
A City or Country Member may purchase a maximum of three (3) Guest cards per year. Guest cards cannot be purchased by a Junior Member. These cards allow full access to the Sydney Royal Easter Show and Members’ facilities.
1 Year: $120
3 Year: $320
Guests may attend without the presence of the Member and cards are fully transferable.
Click here to puchase additional guest cards.
Membership Year: October 24th 2024 - September 25th 2025
Time in the Members Areas is special. Appropriate smart casual clothing is a key part of the experience for all Members and their guests. Please read the following RAS dress regulations before you visit. Dress regulations apply to all Members and their guests 14 years of age and above. Those not dressed appropriately will be denied access or asked to leave. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
The following items of clothing are not considered acceptable:
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Thongs (a shoe is considered a thong if it has two straps which connect in between the first and second toes – including Havaianas, Birkenstocks and similar scuffs)
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Slides and Slippers
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Ugg Boots
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Dirty or dilapidated footwear (including torn, mud-caked or damaged boots)
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Industrial gumboots
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Revealing, untidy or inappropriate clothing including shorts/skirts of an inappropriate length (mid-length dress shorts are acceptable for both men and women)
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Midriff and revealing clothing
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Torn or ripped clothing including jeans (even if ‘designer’ tears)
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Tracksuit pants or gym attire (including crop tops and racer back singlets)
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Men’s singlet tops
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Women’s singlet/spaghetti strap tops
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Beanies for both men and women
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Clothing emblazoned with indecent pictures and/or language
Anyone not dressed appropriately will be refused entry or asked to leave.
Children under the age of 14 years should be neatly attired.
Join or renew before 31 Oct 2024 and only pay 2024 prices!
Plus:
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Long Standing, City, Country (general) and Alumni Members get two (2) Member Reserve wristbands* valued up to $20 each
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Youth Members get two (2) Member Reserve wristbands* valued up to $20 each and a drink voucher (standard beer, wine or soft drink), to be redeemed at the 2025 Show, only in the Members Bar
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Junior Members get one (1) complimentary One Day Royal wristband* to the Show valued at up to $55
LAPSED MEMBERSHIPS
We're waiving the joining fee for any individual who let their membership lapse in 2021, 2022 or 2023. Renew before 31 OCT 2024 and RAS will waive the joining fee - that's a saving of $50!
THREE YEAR MEMBERSHIP
- RAS Members who are currently on a three (3) year membership, which is due to expire on either 30 September 2025 or 30 September 2026, will also receive the early renewal bonus (excluding 2024 price match).
MEMBER RESERVE WRISTBANDS FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY
- Member Reserve wristbands are valid for entry into the RAS Members’ areas on any one day of the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show (11-22 April 2025).
- Member Reserve Wristbands do not include Show entry or public transport. Dress regulations apply for access into Member areas.
- Member Reserve wristbands are valid for one day only and will not be replaced if lost or stolen.
- Member Reserve wristbands cannot be exchanged for cash.
ONE DAY ROYAL WRISTBANDS
- One Day Royal wristbands are valid for entry on any ONE day of the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show and Members’ areas (11-22 April 2025).
- Public transport included. Dress regulations apply for access into Member areas.
- One Day Royal wristbands are valid for one day only and will not be replaced if lost or stolen.
- One Day Royal wristbands cannot be exchanged for cash.
- Drink voucher is valid for the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show (11-22 April 2025).
This information may be subject to change from time to time, with changes to be notified via www.rasnsw.com.au/membership
The RAS Membership year runs from 01 October to 30 September.
You ran renew your membership online or return your renewal slip by post with your payment.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, cheque or money order, made payable to the RAS of NSW.
Please note: personal cheques will not be accepted during Show.
No, Membership is not transferable.
Membership fees are payable on or before 30 September of that Membership year. Renewals will be posted out in early September. If an email address is supplied, the renewal will be emailed.
You can join online today!
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A member must attain either 40 consecutive years of membership or have reached 70 years of age and attained 25 consecutive years of membership. Members are notified by the RAS when they qualify for this type of Membership.
A Junior Member must be between the ages of 4 - 17 years inclusive.
If a Junior is 16 or 17 years of age, they are unable to renew or take out a 3 year membership. The annual subscription fee will apply.
If you live in the City, but have agricultural holdings and are able to claim as a Primary Producer through taxation, then you are eligible to apply for Country membership. The Primary Producer status document must be supplied each year you renew your Membership.
The AGM is held on the evening prior to the start of the Royal Easter Show. All members may attend the AGM providing their subscription is paid at least four weeks prior to the start of the Royal Easter Show.
Member and guest card(s), if applicable will be posted prior to the Show.
Please note: we are unable to send your Member card and any applicable guest cards within 3 weeks of the Sydney Royal Easter Show. For renewals and new applications received within 3 weeks of the Show, cards will need to be collected.
RAS Members that take out a 3 year membership will receive a new Member card each year.
Should you misplace your member or guest card, please contact us immediately. A replacement fee applies.
Membership is valid for the card holder only however members may purchase a transferable guest card which includes Show entry and access to Members’ facilities for the duration of the Show. A maximum of 3 guest cards can be purchased per member. Longstanding Members may purchase a maximum of 2 guest cards.
A maximum of 3 guest cards can be purchased with your membership.
Longstanding Members may purchase a maximum of 2 guest cards.
Members can purchase Members Reserve wristbands today!
One Day Royal wristband will be avaible for purchase soon.
Members Reserve wristbands allows your guest access to Members areas. Wristband must be worn to gain entry. Entry is subject to capacity. Not transferable. Does not include Show entry. Dress regulations apply. Wristbands can be purchased from the Members Info Tower (located at the rotunda adjacent to the Members/VIP Show Entry) and in the Members Stand in ENGIE Stadium during Show.
The One Day Royal wristband includes Show entry and access into Members areas on any ONE day of the Show. Wristband must be worn to gain entry. Entry is subject to capacity.
RAS Membership cards, guest cards and One Day Royal wristbands include travel on public transport to and from the Show between 6 April and 17 April 2023 inclusive. For further information visit transportnsw.info
Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) Members can enjoy access to Members' facilities at all interstate Royal Agricultural Societies' Shows.
Click here for further information.
A Youth Member must be between the ages of 18 - 25 years inclusive.
If a Youth is 24 or 25 years of age, they are unable to renew or take out a 3 year membership. The annual subscription fee will apply.
Contact information can be changed online.
Alternatively, you may contact the Membership Office on 02 9704 1144 or email us at membership@rasnsw.com.au.