Royal Agricultural Society of NSW

Entries close next Wednesday, 24 June for the 2026 Sydney Royal Distilled Spirits Show!

Distillers, this is your opportunity to showcase your spirits to industry-leading judges, benchmark your products against the best in Australia, and receive valuable feedback.

A Sydney Royal medal is awarded through one of the country's most rigorous and trusted judging processes. A Sydney Royal Gold Medal is a recognised hallmark of excellence, delivering strong industry recognition and consumer confidence.

Don't miss your opportunity to be part of Australia's premier spirits competition. Enter now at www.rasnsw.com.au/distilled-spirits

This is your final chance to enter the 2026 Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show as entries close this Wednesday 17 June! 🍻

Showcase your brews to a panel of expert judges and compete against the best in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain recognition and receive valuable feedback from the judges on all exhibits.

To enter and read the Schedule, visit www.rasnsw.com.au/beer-cider.

Entries for the 2026 Sydney Royal Distilled Spirits Show are closing soon! 🥃

Now in its third year, the Sydney Royal Distilled Spirits Show continues to drive innovation and excellence within the Australian distilled spirits industry under the leadership of Chair of Judges, Stuart Gregor.

Distillers, this is your opportunity to showcase your spirits to industry-leading judges, benchmark your products against the best in Australia, and receive valuable feedback.

Entries close Wednesday 24 June. To enter and view the 2026 Schedule, visit www.rasnsw.com.au/distilled-spirits.

Discover where your food and fibre come from at RAS Farm Days!

These curriculum-linked excursions offer hands-on learning with industry experts in a fun, interactive setting.

📅 3 - 7 August
💲$30 per student
🎟️ Spots fill fast - secure your place today!
🔗 Book now at www.rasnsw.com.au/farmdays

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW is excited to announce the dates for the 2027 Sydney Royal Cattle Show.

The Show will run from Friday, 19 March through to Tuesday, 30 March 2027.

Beef Cattle & Steers will be in over the first week: Friday, 19 March – Tuesday, 23 March

Dairy Cattle will be in the second week: Thursday, 25 March – Tuesday, 30 March (over the Easter weekend)

We look forward to welcoming all exhibitors to the 2027 Show.

SYDNEY ROYAL 200: THE WINE SHOW CONVERSATION 🍷

To mark 200 years since wine was first included in an agricultural show, the Sydney Royal Wine Show is hosting an industry symposium, Sydney Royal 200: The Wine Show Conversation, on Friday 31 July immediately following the conclusion of judging.

Places are limited to 200 wine professionals, offering a unique opportunity to explore the Australian wine show system and go behind the scenes to see how wine is assessed.

Hosted by some of the wine personalities who have helped shape the Sydney Royal Wine Show into what it is today, including Mike De luliis, Samantha Connew, PJ Charteris and Iain Riggs, alongside International Judge Matthew Jukes, this is an opportunity to discuss the past, present and future of the Australian wine show system.

This is a full day of tasting, debate and celebration of Australian wine.

To find out more and book your place, visit https://bit.ly/4g5wBC2

This is your final chance to enter the Sydney Royal Fine Food Show, entries close this Wednesday, 10 June!

Be part of Australia’s premier fine food competition and showcase your culinary skills to a panel of expert judges across seven diverse competitions.

🦪 Aquaculture Spring
🥩 Branded Meat
🫒 Oil & Olives
🍝 Pasta
🥐 Professional Bakery
🥓 Smallgoods & Charcuterie
🥫 Specialty Foods

To view the 2026 Schedule and enter visit www.rasnsw.com.au/sydneyroyal

The annual Show Legend Award has recognised outstanding service and commitment to the Show since 2001. It provides an opportunity for the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) to publicly acknowledge a member of the Show Family who has worked tirelessly to support and strengthen the Show. The award also helps continue this tradition by enabling each Legend to pass on their knowledge to the next generation of Show Family members.

The RAS is proud to honour Jane Gibson as the 2026 Show Legend, recognising her outstanding service to the RAS over the past two decades. Joining the Arts & Crafts section as a Steward in 2006, Jane now serves as Chair and Steward-in-Chief of the Arts & Crafts Auxiliary Committee. Under her leadership, the Arts & Crafts competition has continued to thrive, while her work with the Heritage Committee has helped preserve the Society's rich history for future generations.

Congratulations, Jane!

What an incredible visit this morning!

We were delighted to welcome 30 students from Nyngan High School, who were supported by the RAS Foundation to attend the Stand Tall Australia event at International Convention Centre Sydney - ICC Sydney yesterday.

For many, it was their very first time in Sydney... and what an experience it was! From exploring Darling Harbour to catching a ferry to Circular Quay and Manly, it’s safe to say they made the most of every moment.

On their way home, the group stopped at Sydney Showground for a quick tour and morning tea, learning about ENGIE Stadium, RAS initiatives, and agricultural career pathways. They also heard from RAS Foundation Manager, Cecilia Logan, about scholarships for rural and regional students.

We loved hosting such a bright and enthusiastic group . Safe travels home, Nyngan High!