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2022 MEDIA GUIDE
8 - 19 APRIL 2022
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Last modified 24 March 2022INTRODUCTION
2022 SYDNEY ROYAL
EASTER SHOW
This annual event is run by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), a not-
for-profit organisation that promotes and rewards agricultural excellence.
First held in 1823, the Sydney Royal Show traditions and entertainment can
Easter Show is Australia’s largest be found throughout the grounds this
annual ticketed event, attracting year, commemorating the rich history
over 850,000 attendees on average. of the RAS and celebrating the very
Revenue generated by the Show best of the Show over the years.
allows the RAS to invest in agricultural
programs, competitions, education, It began in 1822, in the early days of
youth, and rural NSW. In total, the RAS European settlement. The emphasis
invests almost $9 million annually in at that time was on agriculture and
these activities, which are designed to food provision for the new colony. The
promote agricultural excellence and European settlers were struggling to
keep our rural communities strong. adapt to the new environment and
the problems they were facing with
The Show is a celebration of Australian crops and farming. And so a group
culture, from our rural traditions to our of interested agriculturalists met on
modern lifestyles, providing unique 5 July 1822 and formed the Agricultural
experiences for everyone. Every Easter, Society of NSW.
the country and city come together at
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic The following year the Society held
Park, for 12 days of agricultural a Show, with livestock and produce
competitions, animal experiences, live categories. It was an opportunity to
entertainment, carnival fun, shopping educate and inform the people of
and much more. the colony, and to come together to
transact business and exchange ideas.
This year is a very special celebration, Competitions were held, prizes were
as the RAS celebrates 200 years offered, and judging took place in
since its inception. Historical facts, front of the public.
memorabilia, and references to early
MEDIA CENTRE 5
WHAT’S ON 11
DAILY TIMETABLES 31
SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK MAJOR EVENT BUSES 45
SHOW MAP 46
MEDIA GUIDE 3INTRODUCTION
Two hundred years down the track and the RAS is still organising events and
competitions and acting as a guardian for the state’s agricultural heritage. The
RAS celebrates Australia’s achievements in agriculture and works to promote
the viability of rural communities by ensuring that Australia remains a thriving
and innovative agricultural producer.
Your Media Guide is filled with essential information and story ideas to help
you plan your coverage of the Show. There are so many surprising stories,
colourful characters and exciting experiences that make the Sydney Royal
Easter Show the iconic event that it is.
We hope you enjoy telling these stories.
SHOW DATES 8-19 APRIL 2022
OPENING TIMES Show and Pavilions open 9.00am.
CLOSING TIMES Pavilions close at 7.30pm, with most staying open until
8.30pm on weekends and Easter public holidays.
Evening entertainment concludes 9pm.
Showbag Pavilion closes 9.30pm. Carnival stays open until late.
Country agricultural shows have an about event management, competition
important role to play when it comes administration and bio-security
to produce, art and craft. Some Sydney messaging.
Royal competitions are only possible with When our farmers do well we all
the accumulation of performance points benefit: from the quality of our food
from regional shows, however this year and produce to jobs and exports that
consideration has been given to those help us thrive. By setting competition
impacted by drought and bushfire. There benchmarks, sustaining our industry,
is pride the whole state can revel in when strengthening communities and bringing
the best of the best compete in the city. us all together to celebrate excellence in
It’s for that reason the RAS works closely Australian agriculture, the RAS ensures a
with country shows to share knowledge prosperous future for all.
4 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022MEDIA
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#EASTERSHOW 5MEDIA CENTRE
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW
operates a hub for all accredited media MEDIA ACCREDITATION
personnel reporting on the Sydney All media representatives reporting on
Royal Easter Show. The Media Centre the Show must be accredited by the
is located at: Media Centre prior to Wednesday 06
April. Any media accreditation request
Level 4, Sydney Royal Stand Sydney during the Show should apply online
Showground Stadium and contact the media centre directly
Tel: 02 9704 1042 at mediacentre@rasnsw.com.au or call
Opening hours: 8.00am - 6.00pm 02 9704 1453.
The Media Centre provides accredited To apply for media accreditation please
media with access to phone, internet fill out the application online. Your
access via the Media Centre Wi-Fi application will then be sent to the RAS
connection, light refreshments, and a for approval. Once approved, you will
limited number of lockers are available. receive an accreditation link to complete
sent directly to your phone and email
Please note, leaving equipment and from the RAS accreditation team. Please
belongings in the Media Centre is at allow 5 business days for this link to
your own risk. The RAS accepts no come through.
responsibility for any items.
Make the Media Centre your first port MEDIA CENTRE TEAM
of call for: T: 02 9704 1042
• Show news and results E: mediacentre@rasnsw.com.au
• Daily Show highlights W: eastershow.com.au
• Story ideas
Nicola Dalby, RAS
• Access to talent
Public Relations
• Interview requests with authorised
M: 0434 579 906
Show spokespeople
E: ndalby@rasnsw.com.au
• Access to restricted areas including
GIANTS Stadium Samantha Cannings, RAS
• Maps Communications Coordinator
M: 0411 864 836
On Sunday 10 April the Media Centre E: scannings@rasnsw.com.au
will be officially unveiled as the John B
Justine Pirie, Cox Inall dentsu
Fairfax Media Centre in honour of the
M: 0435 325 954
ongoing commitment John B Fairfax
E: justine.pirie@coxinall.com.au
AO has made to the RAS and the RAS
Foundation. The Fairfax family name Meg Pearce, Cox Inall dentsu
has been associated with the Royal M: 0433 780 217
Agricultural Society of NSW dating as E: meg.pearce@coxinall.com.au
far back as 1859 and the organisation
has always benefitted from the generous Reagan Ruppell, Cox Inall dentsu
support given by generations of Fairfax M: 0426 134 739
family members. E: reagan.ruppell@coxinall.com.au
6 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022MEDIA CENTRE
MEDIA ACCESS TO THE SHOW AROUND SYDNEY SHOWGROUND
This year our accreditation system is Please be considerate of competition
completely digital, which means once judging and pay careful attention to
you have completed your accreditation animals and exhibitors when filming,
pass you can either add it to your ‘phone photographing or conducting interviews.
wallet’, take a screenshot to present at the
gate or you can be emailed a PDF to print
SHOW WEBSITES
off and bring to the Show.
The official Show website eastershow.
com.au has the most up-to-date
MEDIA ACCESS TO VENUES information about the Show including
All requests for access to GIANTS Stadium agricultural and entertainment timetables,
must be directed through the Media making it a useful resource tool for media.
Centre. All media on the stadium grounds The Media Centre section (found under
must wear a white coat (provided by the the ABOUT tab) includes daily news
Media Centre) and broad-brimmed hat releases and accreditation information.
(provided by the individual). Under no For judging timetables and daily updates
circumstances are media allowed to enter of judging results, visit rasnsw.com.au
GIANTS Stadium during a Grand Parade or
the evening entertainment program.
MEDIA RELEASES
All requests for access to Schmidt Arena, The daily media release will be
MasterChef Woodchop Stadium and Little distributed to media and posted on the
Big Top Amphitheatre must be directed to Show website early each morning.
the Media Centre.
HIGH-RES IMAGES
ACCESS FOR TV CREWS The Media Centre maintains a library of
TV crews requiring onsite vehicle access Show images. A selection of images will
for live-crosses and filming must advise be available for media to download via a
the Media Centre, at least 2 hours in link provided by the Easter Show Team.
advance where possible, every time Contact the Media Centre for access.
they wish to enter Sydney Showground.
TV crews arriving at the Showground Show photos are provided for publication
unannounced will not be admitted by purposes free of charge, providing
Security. Crew cars and link trucks ONLY the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW
will be provided with on-site parking. (RAS) is credited. Commercial use of
our photos is not permitted unless prior
arrangement and a fee structure have
MEDIA PARKING been negotiated.
A limited number of media parking spaces
are available daily in P1. Exchange your
P1 parking ticket for a validated parking
pass at the media centre but please note
parking is available on a first-in basis.
7MEDIA CENTRE
WH&S POLICE AND LOST PROPERTY
All media representatives attending Lost property should be handed into the
Sydney Showground must adhere to the Police Station located on New England
RAS Workplace Health and Safety policy Avenue opposite the Schmidt Arena
(which can be found at www.eastershow. (under the GIANTS Stadium concourse).
com.au) and laws relating to WH&S.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
SHOW SPOKESPERSONS The best way to get to and from the
Comment from any of the following Sydney Royal Easter Show in Sydney
RAS spokespersons should be arranged Olympic Park is by public transport. With
through the Media Centre: plenty of extra trains and Sydney Olympic
Park Major Event Buses running regularly
Michael Millner throughout the Show it’s easy to get there
President and back by public transport.
For all the details on the extra services
Brock Gilmour and transport options available,
Chief Executive visit transportnsw.info.
Murray Wilton
PARKING
General Manager, Agriculture & Sydney
Royal Easter Show Parking at Sydney Olympic Park will be
in high demand during the Sydney Royal
Shane McGrath Easter Show and car parks are likely to
Senior Manager, Operations & Product reach capacity. You can guarantee a
Development space and save on the daily rate by
pre-booking your parking ticket.
Pre-booked parking through Sydney
EMERGENCIES Olympic Park is $20 for the whole day.
St John’s First Aid stations are located at:
• Corner of Olympic Boulevard and
IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATION
7NEWS Grand Parade
• Woolworths Fresh Food Dome foyer Show tickets are not available for purchase
• Opposite Domestic Animals Pavilion at Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink
• Behind the Showbag Pavilion stations or on-board Sydney Olympic Park
• Medical Centre on New England Major Event Buses or any other transport
Avenue service. Show tickets are only available
online via Ticketmaster.
There are no exchanges, refunds or
cancellations on purchased Show tickets.
If the 2022 Sydney Royal Easter Show is
cancelled, a full-refund policy will apply.
8 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022MEDIA CENTRE
SHUTTLE BUS AND TAXIS CARNIVAL FUN PASS
Shuttle buses will run between the The Sydney Royal Easter Show carnival
northern bus terminal (plaza Show entry) is excited to move away from the
and the P5 car park, and between the traditional paper coupons for carnival
Dawn Fraser bus terminal and the P3 and rides and games to the easy-to-use
P4 car park. All Showgoers travel for free. Carnival Fun Pass. Once the Pass is
Service operates from 9.00am – 11.00pm. loaded with credits you simply Tap &
Ride and Tap & Play across the carnival,
just like your NSW Opal card.
TAXIS
Taxis are available on Herb Elliot Ave A Carnival Fun Pass can be ordered
(near Australia Ave) until 5pm and then when you purchase your Show Tickets
on Murray Rose Ave (near the Carnival from Ticketmaster. One pass per family
gate) from 5pm - 11pm. will be provided for free – additional can
be purchased for $4 each. Your card will
be posted out to you so you can load
TICKETS
credits in advance, allowing you to head
• EarlyBird (Up to 7 April): Adult $39, straight to the carnival as soon as you
Child $23.50, Concession $29, Family get to the Show.
of 4 $99.50
• 8-19 April: Purchase online for Adult The early bird carnival ticket offer is
$41, Child $25.50 and Concession $31. available until 07 April and could save
• Twilight tickets: visit the Show after you up to 27%. Two packages are
work/school and save. Child Twilight available:
tickets are just $12 for entry after 4pm, 140 credits $113 (save $41)
Adult $33, Concession $24. 115 credits $100 (save $26.50)
• A $4 booking fee applies when
purchasing online. The Carnival Fun Pass can be topped
• A limited number of tickets may be up via the official Sydney Royal Easter
available for purchase at the gate, Show app, or at specially marked kiosks
however this is not guaranteed. in the carnival areas at the Show. Passes
• Kids’ Day: Children get in for less than may also be purchased from these kiosks
half price ($12) on 19 April. for $4 or are included for free when you
• Seniors’ Day: Seniors save on 13 April - purchase a coupon package.
pre-purchase Seniors’ Day tickets
for $17.50
• Entry is free for children aged three
years and under.
9GENERAL INFORMATION
GIVING BACK
The Royal Agricultural Society of With more than 50,000 items packed
NSW Foundation (RASF) was created into 2,500 Ag Bags onsite at Sydney
in 2007 with a mission to support Showground by volunteers and RAS
the development of sustainable and staff, the bag serves as a brilliant
resilient regional and rural communities reminder of what we can achieve when
across New South Wales by promoting we come together for a great cause.
individual and community growth
via educational scholarships and Donating organisations see it as a
community grants. terrific way to celebrate Australian
agriculture and farming whilst helping
The RASF Community Futures Grant generate funds for rural community
Program assists with funding and projects. Participants appreciate the
supporting small, locally-focused exposure of their brand and product
projects, that have the potential to and the opportunity to support a grass-
provide long-term social or economic roots initiative. This year, proceeds
benefits to regional communities in NSW. from the sale of the AG Bag will go
Previous projects range from rebuilding towards projects in Cooma, Ungarie,
areas of showgrounds impacted by Wagga Wagga, Bellingen, Grenfell, Hay,
bushfires to local education workshops Crookwell, Tullamore and Inverell.
and social programs that give back to
the community. The Ag Bag stand at the 2022 Sydney
Royal Easter Show is in the Home &
The RASF is assisted by the sale of the Lifestyle Pavilion. With over $70 worth
Ag Bag at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, of product included this year, the Ag
with every cent raised from the sales Bags are available for just $25 each until
going directly to the RAS Foundation sold out.
Community Futures Grant program.
First launched at the Show in 2014, the
Ag Bag has been a sell-out success
every year since. Celebrating Australian
produce and proudly sponsored by
SunRice, the Ag Bag is jam-packed
with product donations from generous
Australian owned and made products
including Manildra’s Healthy Baker Flour
and Kurrajong Kitchen’s Lavosh.
10 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 20222 WHAT’S ON #MYEASTERSHOW 11
WHAT’S ON
JUDGING DAYS
ALPACA & FLEECE HORSE
When 14-19April When Daily
Where Alpaca & Cattle Pavilion, Where GIANTS Stadium & Schmidt Arena
New England Ave
PIG
ARTS & CRAFTS – PERISHABLE When Display - 8-12 April; Judging 10
COOKING April
When 8 April, 1.00pm Where Pig & Goat Pavilion
Where Arts & Crafts Pavilion
POLO
AVIARY BIRDS When 4.20pm 14 April, 4.25pm 15 April
When 12-13 April Where Pet Pavilion Where GIANTS Stadium
CATS POULTRY
When 15-17 April Where Pet Pavilion When 8 April – Poultry; 15 April – Pigeons
Where Poultry Pavilion
CATTLE – BEEF
When 8-12 April, (The Urquhart & Hordern RABBIT
Trophies from 11 April, from 1:00pm) When 14 April Where Pet Pavilion
Where Orana Pde, cnr New England Ave
RAT & MOUSE
CATTLE – DAIRY When 8 April Where Pet Pavilion
When 15-19 April, Interbreed (19 April, 1.30 pm)
Where Orana Pde, cnr New England Ave RODEO
When 6.00pm 14-19 April
DOGS Where GIANTS Stadium
When Daily (Best in Show 3.30pm, 18 April)
Where Dog Judging Lawn SHEEP & FLEECE
When Fleece 08 April, Merino 9-11 April,
FLOWER & GARDEN Meat & Dual Purpose 16-19 April Where
When Daily display; Judging days – 8, 10, Sheep Pavilion
12, 14, 16, 18 April
Where Flower & Garden Pavilion YOUNG AUCTIONEER
When 8 April, 12pm Where Amphitheatre
FROG & REPTILE
When 18 April – Snakes/Frogs/Geckos, 19 YOUNG WOMAN AND RURAL
April – Lizards/Frogs/Geckos ACHIEVER
Where Pet Pavilion When 10 April, 2.00pm
Where Amphitheatre
GOAT
When 8-10 April – Dairy Goats WOODCHOP
11-14 April - Angora & Mohair Fleece When 8-19 April
15 April – Mini Goats Where MasterChef Woodchop Stadium
15-19 April – Boer Goats
Where Pig & Goat Pavilion
12 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS
Sydney Royal Easter Show AVIARY BIRDS
competitions are run by the Royal In 1869 aviary birds were entered in the
Agricultural Society of NSW to measure poultry competition, and from 1907-
and maintain excellence in agriculture. 1985 they had a strong showing in the
The competitions are judged by experts poultry, pigeons, canaries and cage birds
in their fields to ensure only the ‘best competition. In 1998 they stood alone in
of the best’ are awarded a prestigious the Cage Birds competition, which was
Sydney Royal ribbon. renamed the Aviary Birds competition
in 2017. With that much history it makes
ALPACA COMPETITION sense our feathered friends may be a
In 1869 Alpacas were first judged at the small species, but their competition is
Show – in the sheep competition! In a large one. Sponsored by Trill, African
1870 their fleece was judged in the wool lovebirds, budgerigars, canaries, finches
section, in 1882 they were judged in the and parrots are judged by specialists from
dog section, but at last in 1992 alpacas breed clubs assessing head and neck
were placed in their own competition type, colour and weight.
and have been showing strongly and When 12-13 April
growing in popularity ever since. Alpacas Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue
are assessed on their bone structure,
proportion and their balance, whilst their BABY PUPPY COMPETITION
fleece is judged on density, lustre and Cuteness overload! At just 3 – 6 months
character. Alpaca fleece is quite luxurious old these little guys frolic more than
and silky, making the softest of baby flaunt their way around the ring. Every
blankets, lightweight shawls and classic afternoon, you will be treated to an
cardigans and coats. absolutely adorable display as Best Baby
When 14-19 April Puppy of the day is awarded their trophy.
Where Alpaca & Cattle Pavilion When Daily 3pm – 5pm
Where Dog Judging Lawn, Shoalhaven Street
ARTS & CRAFTS
A competition dating back to 1888, CANINE HERO AWARDS
the Sydney Royal Arts & Crafts Show Every year, among our tail-wagging
welcomes over 4000 exhibits in art, friends, heroes emerge with unique
photography, pottery, sculpture, stories. At the Royal Agricultural
preserves, woodwork, cake decorating, Society of NSW Canine Hero Awards
quilting, soft toys and another 300 these deserving dogs are rewarded
categories. Recognised as the largest arts and acknowledged in two categories;
& crafts competition in Australia it’s hard AAR Service Dog Award and the AAR
to believe it all started with preserved fruit Companion Dog Award. Whether
entries 134 years ago. This year a highlight they have shown incredible bravery
is the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW or transformed a life in adversity, the
200 Year Celebration Novelty Cake Class common factor is these remarkable
and the new Perishable Cooking for animals and their human companions
Novices and Baklava class. have enriched lives.
When 8-19 April When 18 April, 1pm
Where Arts & Crafts Pavilion Where Dog Judging Lawn, Shoalhaven Street
13WHAT’S ON
CAT COMPETITION CAVY
In 1870 cats were shown as an extra Most people know them as guinea pigs,
exhibit in the poultry competition but to breeders and enthusiasts they are
but in 1929 they were given their own a cavy and make fascinating and low-
competition and they have been the maintenance pets, quite often regarded as
cream of the crop ever since. The a member of the family. This competition,
ADVANCE™ Sydney Royal Cat Show held by the NSW Cavy Club, promises to
is recognised as one of the most deliver cuteness and curiosity at a whole
prestigious competitions in the world for new level.
fancy felines. When 11 April Where Pet Pavilion
When 9-10 April display, 15-17 April judging
Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue DOG COMPETITION
Man’s best friend has been a friend of the
CATTLE BEEF Show dating back to 1824, but their first
The Elders Sydney Royal Beef Cattle standalone competition began in 1869
Show begins on Day 1 of the Show and along the way has included alpacas in
with the Beef Cattle judging and Steer 1882 and even dog biscuits in 1901. In 1931
Competitions. More than 20 breeds will the first Dog Best in Show was awarded,
compete in various categories, with the and it has been a highly coveted ribbon
most prestigious awards announced from ever since. Along with the customary
1.00pm on Monday 11 April: competitions, including agility, breed, and
Urquhart Trophy: awarded to the junior handler classes this year to mark
Supreme Beef Exhibit from both Grand the bicentenary of the RAS a Periodic
Champion Males and Females in all Class has been introduced. Open to
beef breeds, breeds that were owned when the Sydney
RAS Supreme Interbreed Heifer: Royal Dog Shows first started, traditional
awarded to the Supreme Heifer breeds including Greyhounds, Skye
(under 20 months), Terriers, Retrievers, St Bernards, Bulldogs,
Hordern Trophy: awarded to the best pair Pointers, Bloodhounds, Sheepdogs and
consisting of the Grand Champion Male Beagles will be represented. This year
and Female of each breed. is also a celebration of our devoted
Feature breed is the Simmental, in four-legged friends, with a special Pet/
conjunction with the Australian 50th Companion class introduced. Don’t worry
Anniversary celebrations for the about purebreds and fancy bloodlines,
Simmental Society. this class recognises the amazing bond
When 8-12 April we share with our pets and will award
Where Cattle Lawns Best Female, Best Male and the Best
Exhibitor/Dog Lookalike.
When Daily 8.30am – 5pm
CATTLE DAIRY
Where Dog Judging Lawn, Shoalhaven Street
A full and strong udder is a must, the
judges are looking for cows that can really
display lots of milk. They like to see nice FLOWER & GARDEN COMPETITION
legs and feet that can walk long distances. Until 2007 this competition was known as
But they also want well-attached udders Horticulture – a competition that has been
and nice feet placement. held at the Show every year since 1929.
When 15-19 April However, 1929 wasn’t the first appearance
Where Cattle Lawns of gatherings from the garden, in 1869
14 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
silkworms were judged along with sugar have rectangular pupils, giving them
cane and tobacco in 1871, and even salads vision for 320-340 degrees (humans
in 1875. In 1929 the competition became have 160-210 degrees). For the first time
one predominantly of ‘flowering and the tiniest members of the bovid family
other plants’ although fish and aquariums will enter the ring for assessment by
were entered in 1957-1959. Today the our judges. Mini Goats are cooperative
competition looks at cut flowers, cacti and curious, incredibly interactive and
& succulents, fruit and vegetables with surprisingly brave… don’t miss them.
four special classes in flower arranging When 9 April Best Dairy Goat, 12 April
this year – Period Design (heritage), Best Angora Goat, 15 April Mini Goats, 18
Traditional Design, European Design, and April Best Boer Goat
Contemporary Design. The Judges are Where Pig & Goat Pavilion
looking for perfect blooms, well-kept and
tidy plants, and creative arrangements. HONEY COMPETITION
When Daily Although honey has been enjoyed as
Where Flower & Garden Pavilion far back as Ancient Egyptian times, the
first honeybees came to Australia 200
FROGS & REPTILES years ago and have been giving us the
Established in 2011 this is now one of the nectar of the gods ever since. Perhaps it
biggest frog and reptile competitions is the abundance of flowers and natural
in Australia as well as one of the most goodness we have here, but we believe
popular amongst all Show visitors. Non- Australian honey is the world’s best and
venomous snakes, lizards and a range of our Sydney Royal Judges agree. But
frogs are judged on appearance and breed they don’t stop at honey, this national
standard, so they are certainly not your competition also assesses mead, candles,
common garden variety lizards! wax molds, pollen and beeswax too. The
Although the competition is held on winning entries are on display every day.
two days only – 18 & 19 April, Australian When Daily
Wildlife Displays will be hosting talks and Where Flower & Garden Pavilion
displays every day of the Show inside the
Pet Pavilion. HORSE COMPETITION
When 18 April (Snakes, frogs, geckos), Horse competitions and events have
19 April (Lizards, frogs, geckos) been a part of our Shows since the first
Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue one in 1823 when a prize was awarded
for best colonial-bred stallion. Over
GOAT COMPETITION the next 198 years the competition
Attracting over 1000 entries every year, grew in classes, size and prestige and
this is the Goat Show that butts all others is recognised as one of the largest
out of the way. Dairy, Boer, Angora and in Australia.
Mohair fleece are judged across 12 days The beauty and spectacle of horses
in their individual breed classes.Judges in competition is a sight not to be
are looking at trueness to type and breed missed – every day of the Show you
along with strong breeding lines or strong can see the magnificent equines judged
yield ability in all classes, but when the on presentation, movement, manners
goats aren’t in the judging ring they are whilst the riders are assessed on position,
on display and ready to see you – goats presentation and effectiveness of aids.
15WHAT’S ON
Highlights of the Sydney Royal markings, tail, head and legs and compare
Horse Show include the Col A V Pope the bird to the Standard of Perfection
Best Gelding Hack over 15hh and the for that breed. Pigeons, including racing
F L Crane Best Mare or Filly Hack over pigeons will be judged on 15 April only.
15hh, along with the Champion Multiple Judged to the Australian Poultry
Turnout featuring Heavy Horses and Standard, eggs are assessed on shape,
heritage horse drawn vehicles. The size, shell colour and quality before the
Evening Harness Parade is a must-see, judges crack them open and assess egg
as is the RM Williams Pointscore and freshness, internal colour and the height
Working Stock Horses competition. of both yolk and white. The perfect egg
New for 2022 is the Fancy Dress Class has a shell that is smooth all over, with a
in celebration of the bicentenary of the nicely rounded golden yellow yolk.
RAS. Open to horse riding young ones The feature breeds are the Orpington
between 6 and 15 years of age – don’t and the Australorp.
miss this - 13 April only. When Daily, judging 8 & 15 April
When Daily Where Poultry Pavilion
Where GIANTS Stadium and Schmidt Arena
RABBITS
PIG COMPETITION In 1858 rabbits were judged in the poultry
First held at the Show in 1824, with competition, which makes perfect sense…
Berkshires the common breed, the one has fur and one has feathers, one hops
Sydney Royal Pig Show is returning to and one has wings… but both do make
these roots to mark our bicentenary with excellent pets! In 1882 the farmers of NSW
Berkshires appearing as the 2022 feature decided rabbits were becoming a bit of
breed. These magnificent heritage breed a pest, so they stopped the competition,
pigs are black with a splash of white on but in 1997 they came back and have
the snout, legs and tip of the tail, and been leaping into the hearts of Showgoers
weigh up to 280 kgs as an adult. Every ever since. Run by the Rabbit Fanciers
year the Sydney Royal Pig Show is made Society of NSW, the Sydney Royal Rabbit
up of the best display of pure breed stud Show includes Fancy, Fur, Rex and Lop
pigs in Australia, including Tamworth, classes with each bunny judged on colour,
Large White, Hampshire, Duroc and the patterns and fur, coat condition, ears, eyes
Wessex Saddleback – all competing for and tails.
the prestigious title of Best Pig in Show. When 14 April
When 8-12 April, judging 10 April Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue
Where Pig & Goat Pavilion
RATS & MICE
POULTRY & PIGEON COMPETITION The smallest stowaways to arrive with the
Chickens, pigeons, ducks, turkeys, geese First Fleet, mice are friendly, every bit as
and even guinea fowl make up the 2500 intelligent as dogs and are highly social
exhibits in this competition – one that little creatures. Rats on the other hand are
has grown steadily since first taking place even smarter than some humans and can
in 1858. The judges are not just looking be trained to understand commands – so
for the finest feathers, they have their both make the ideal first pet… and they
eyes firmly focussed on carriage, size, don’t take up a lot of space. The Sydney
16 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
Royal Rat and Mouse Show is the perfect Fleece – Recognised around the
opportunity to talk to breeders and world as the most luxurious natural fibre
owners and discover what to look for in available, Australian Merino wool is judged
a pet, and to see what makes an award- on one day only at the Sydney Royal
winning rodent! Sheep Show with weight, uniformity of
When 8 April length and colour closely examined.
Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue Meat & Dual Purpose – The Meat &
Dual Purpose Breeds is a collective for 13
RODEO breeds of sheep exhibiting at the Show.
Rodeos were introduced at the Show These are well-rounded breeds of sheep,
in 1931 and the horses, riders, bulls and valued for their ability to produce high
crowds have come back ever since. In quality fleece whilst also possessing
1935 we invited international cowboys the size and growth important for meat
to come and try their luck against production.
the greatest buck-jumping horsemen When 8-11 April FLeece & Merino, 16-19
in Australia and naturally we reigned April Meat & Dual Purpose
supreme. These days, Rodeo comprises Where Sheep Pavilion
the Bull Ride, Bareback, Saddle Bronc - all
chasing the elusive 8 seconds, and Steer YOUNG AUCTIONEERS COMPETITION
Wrestling. For 6 nights only man will take Auctions and agriculture have gone
on beast and prove once again that the together in Australia since the days of
Australian way of rodeo is hold-your- early settlement. In 1843 Thomas Mort
breath, edge-of-your-seat non-stop thrills persuaded NSW pastoralists to sell their
and spills. At the conclusion of the final wool by auction here rather than ship it to
round of the Wrangler Federation Rodeo England to be sold. By the late 1840s he
Challenge on 19 April, a presentation will was also running auctions of livestock and
take place rewarding the Champions pastoral property. Fittingly, Mort was Vice-
in each discipline - Bull Ride, Bareback, President of the RAS from 1861-1878 and
Saddle Bronc and Steer Wrestling. the relationship with auctions continues…
When 14-19 April 6.00pm The Australian Livestock & Property
Where GIANTS Stadium Agents (ALPA) Young Auctioneers
Competition with the State and then
SHEEP COMPETITION National Finals take place in front of a
The Sydney Royal Sheep Show, running full audience. Not only a competition to
across all 12 days of the Show, consists of see who has the gift of the gab, it is a
Merino, Fleece, and Meat & Dual Purpose live auction with each competitor selling
Breeds Competitions. prize winning Sydney Royal Purebred
Merino – The history of this magnificent Steers and aiming to get the best price
breed dates back to the first Show held for vendors.
by the RAS in 1823, when an award was When 8 April, 12pm
presented for Best Australian Merino. Where The Amphitheatre
Today, the Grand Champion Rams and
Grand Champion Ewes in the Sydney Royal
Sheep Show compete for the coveted title
of Supreme Merino.
17WHAT’S ON
SPECIAL DAYS
OFFICIAL OPENING Authority, Telecommunications Industry
A Vice-Regal tradition dating back Ombudsman, Legal Aid NSW, Carers
well over a hundred years, the Official NSW, Seniors Rights Service, and
Opening of the Sydney Royal Easter Sydney Water.
Show will be performed Her Royal Representatives from Residential
Highness, Princess Anne, the Princess Aged Care, Retirement Living, Home
Royal. The participation of the Australian Services and Community Services are
Defence Force, including Australia’s also in the Seniors Hub to let you know
Federation Guard and the defence band, about the range of services available to
adds prestige to the historical occasion. seniors and their families. All Ombudsman
Princess Anne will be escorted by the services are free, fair, and independent.
NSW Mounted Police as she makes her They manage complaint issues that you
way into the stadium in a horse-drawn are unable to resolve. So, if you’ve had
caleche originally built more than 150 an issue with a bank, financial institution,
years ago. The first time it was used it state government department, energy
carried Her Majesty the Queen, Prince or water company, or even a telephone
Phillip, Prince Charles and Princess Anne provider, there’s always someone who
to the Main Arena where they officially will listen. The team from Legal Aid will
opened the 1970 Show. help you take the complaint a step further
Saturday 9 April if necessary.
Here, you’ll also be able to get
THANK A FARMER DAY important information about wills,
At the RAS we recognise and celebrate enduring power of attorneys, enduring
farmers every day of the Show, but this guardianship, nursing homes, elder abuse
day we will kick it up a notch and elevate and more.
their stories, resilience and passion to our There will be plenty of giveaways and
urban audience and the media. prizes to be won, so come down and try
Monday 11 April your luck. Take a seat in the shade and
enjoy your free cup of tea or coffee while
SENIOR’S DAY you peruse all the literature and enjoy
Seniors save 50% on Seniors’ Day the entertainment and atmosphere of
ShowLink tickets. Valid 13 April 2022 only the Show.
Seniors Day Adult ShowLink Seniors’ Day is sponsored by
Online* $17.50 BaptistCare.
Box Office $17.50 Wednesday 13 April
Grab a free cup of tea on the lawns The Amphitheatre Lawns
adjacent to Little Big Top Amphitheatre,
then drop in for a chat with the
friendly staff from the Energy & Water
Ombudsman NSW, NSW Ombudsman,
Australian Financial Complaints
18 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
KIDS DAY 19 APRIL Kids’ Day also first occurred in 1870,
Today is the last day of the Sydney Royal but its appearance seems to have been a
Easter Show, which means it’s Kids’ much less organised affair. The Exhibition
Day! There are loads of great deals and for 1870 ran from 30th August to the 30th
attractions to thrill and amaze younger September, but on the 7th September
Showgoers. Children can come to the 1870 the minutes show that the Exhibition
Show for just $12 today and enjoy two Committee met and declared that for a
for one rides up until 5pm (offer excludes Children’s Day “Friday 16th be appointed
Kyle & Jackie O’s Haunted House and and that the programmes submitted be
Sling Shot). Entry for children three and adopted as amended”. The reason for the
under is FREE! lateness of the introduction of Children’s
Kids day at the show can be traced Day is unknown, but it seems by 1871 the
back to 1870 when the exhibition Exhibition Committee was still getting
committee met during the show and used to the idea as on Friday 25th August,
declared that a Children’s Day be the second last day of the Exhibition, they
appointed, and the programmes be declared “to reduce the price of admission
amended accordingly. The concept was for children tomorrow”.
not scheduled for the following year until
the second last day of the Exhibition,
when it was announced to ‘reduce the
price of admission for children tomorrow’,
thus beginning a last day of show
tradition.
CHILDREN’S DAY HISTORY
The 1870s were the start of many
traditions for the Royal Agricultural
Society of NSW that continue to this day,
including two that involve some of our
youngest attendees.
On Tuesday 2nd August 1870 we can
see the origins of Primary Preview Day,
when the Exhibition Committee decreed
that “a day be set apart in the third
week of the Exhibition for the purpose
of enabling all school children to visit
the Exhibition”. The day was advertised
in advance by the Society, and the
Launceston Examiner reported that “The
school children, to the number of 10,000,
were entertained at the Exhibition.”
19WHAT’S ON
WHAT’S NEW IN 2022
Get in on the fun with new experiences CAR PARADE
and amazing entertainment! We may have relied on horse and cart
in the early years but once the first
LET’S CELEBRATE A TRIBUTE TO OUR automobiles appeared in Australia it was
SPECTACULAR PAST a whole new world. Classic car collectors
Settle in your seats as we present you are just as passionate about their beasts
with a night of spectacular entertainment as any livestock owner and just as happy
and non-stop action in the main arena. to have a talk and tell you all about their
Journey back in time to the horse-drawn pride and joy. Each day at the Show a
and motorcycle chariots of Shows gone different car club will pull up and park for
by. Admire the noble beasts of early the day before departing in a crowd-
settlement as they parade the arena – stopping parade at 5.00pm.
they are the true pioneers of Australian When: Display 8.00am-5.00pm, parade
farming. Marvel at the magnificent hot at 5.00pm
air balloon and hold your breath as you 8 April Early Falcon Car Club Of NSW
watch the aerialists dangle beneath it. 9 April Old Car Social Club Incorporated
The terror of the stunt bikes and precision 10 April The Early Ford V8 Club Of NSW
driving teams is eclipsed only by the thrill 11 April Veteran Car Club Of Australia
of the trampolinists, who will have you (NSW) Inc
gasping in awe. With so much going on 12 April FE FCHolden Car Club Of NSW
you won’t know where to turn! Finally, the 13 April The Morgan Owners Club Of
heart-stirring drama of the stockman’s Australia
ride will settle your nerves before the 14 April Cruizin Hot Rods
skies light up with cascades of colour. 15 April The Classic Falcon Owners Club
When Every evening from 7.00pm 16 April NSW Ute Club
Where GIANTS Stadium 17 April Kar Nutz Club
18 April Lancia Motor Club Of NSW
200 YEARS BICENTENARY STREET 19 April Cars Under The Starz
PARADE
The past 200 years will pass before PEPPA PIG MEET & GREET
your eyes in a historical street parade Everyone’s favourite bossy little pink pig
paying tribute to the history of the Royal is ready and waiting to say ‘oink oink’ and
Agricultural Society of NSW from our pose for a photo at the Pig Pavilion every
beginnings in Parramatta Park (1823- day of the Show. She’s cheeky, fun and
1868) to the grandeur of Prince Alfred always looking for a muddy puddle to
Park (1869-1881), the sentimental favourite jump in!
Moore Park (1882-1997) right through When 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm,
to our current home at Sydney Olympic 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm daily
Park. The parade features fashions and (30 minute sessions)
entertainment fads, dancers, drummers Where Pig Pavilion
and circus performers travelling around the
grounds and back in time 3 times a day.
When 11.30am, 1.00PM & 2.30pm Daily
Where Around the grounds
20 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
BALLOON BIKES THE CYCLOPOD
Once upon a time, balloons were the only A magnificent moving stage mixing
way to travel up high in the sky, but this vintage tricycles with horse drawn
year you’ll see a glorious hot air balloon wagons and turn of the century elegance,
around the grounds on a bicycle built for the Cyclopod is a circus-inspired
two… or three! Catch the aeronauts as extravaganza featuring one of Australia’s
they prepare to take flight and head for finest contortionists. Taking an upside
the clouds – they’ll be sure to give you a down and inside out look at the Show,
brave smile and a wave. bending her body into unimaginable
When 12.30pm daily roving theatre shapes all atop a moving stage
and 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.30pm daily in the reminiscent of steampunk engines and
Street Parade vintage machinery, the Cyclopod is like
nothing you have ever seen before.
GANDINI’S MEDICAL MARVELS When 12.15pm daily, roving theatre
A travelling medicine show like no and 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.30pm daily in the
other, the Great Gandini has come to us Street Parade
from the desert plains with his Medical
Marvels and his Luscious Love Elixir! THE GAGLIARDIES
Paying tribute to the world of vaudeville, Penny farthing bicycles were first seen
the traditions of physical comedy and on the streets of Sydney in the 1870s
the marvellous men and their miracle and all but disappeared by the late
medicines, this will tickle the funny bones 1890s, but this year The Gagliardies are
of young and old… with a healthy shot of bringing theirs to the Show with tricks
circus inspired laughs and slapstick at its and skills you won’t believe. Mixing variety,
finest. vaudeville and circus, the Gagliardies take
When 12.30pm & 2.00pm bike riding to new heights and show us
Where The Intersection just how far a penny farthing can go in
the name of laughs!You can catch this
SYNC OR SWIM family friendly duo twice a day at the
Just in time for the 1952 Helsinki Intersection and also in the incredible
Olympics, the synchronised swim team street parade – whilst the wheels are
trials are on, and Extra Bimbo will do turning, you’re seeing acrobatics and
whatever it takes to go for gold. Their balancing at its very best.
routine is flawless, with eggbeater kicks, When 11.00am & 3.15pm
strong sculls and a splash of fabulous - Where The Intersection
they are bringing amazing aerial lollipop,
happy hula hooping and terrific travelling
paddling pools to the Show.
When 11.45am & 1.15pm
Where The Intersection
21WHAT’S ON
THE NEWSPAPER BOYS When 9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm,
“Extra! Extra! Read all about it! The 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm every
Sydney Royal Easter Show is back and day (afternoon sessions only on 12 April)
we are here to flaunt it!” Step back in Where Woolworths Fresh Food Dome
time as you are welcomed to the Show
by the folks in the know. Grab your paper BEEF BULL DISPLAY
and information from these turn of the There’s almost as many cows and bulls
century jovial Joes at the front gate. in Australia as there are people, but the
The Newspaper Boys are the perfect ones you don’t want to miss are the
welcoming committee for the beginning magnificent big beasts on display at the
of your show adventures. Show. The first Beef Bull Display, with
When 9.00am-1.00pm some weighing in at just over a tonne, is
Where The Intersection on for 5 days only at the Show. Although
they like to lay down, bulls really only
TALK & TASTE sleep for about four hours a day, so you
Take a seat at the Producer’s Table and don’t need to worry about disturbing their
learn from some of Australia’s finest food beauty sleep. But you do need to treat
producers at these delicious entertaining them with respect and caution, they carry
and interactive sessions hosted by more muscle than fat!
Show favourites Lyndey Milan and Ed When 8-18 April
Halmagyi. Find out everything there is Where Cattle Pavilion
to know about the Sydney Royal food
competition judging process, pick up a HERITAGE PAVILION
tip or two from award-winning food and Drop into the Heritage Pavilion and
beverage producers, and sample some of explore Snapshots and Stories from
the freshest and fanciest produce from 200 years of the Royal Agricultural
the Fine Food competitions. Each session Society. We’ve pulled together all sorts of
runs for 30 minutes and the products on highlights to celebrate the many facets of
offer vary from session to session. the history of the RAS.
When 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, • Step back in time and immerse yourself
4pm daily in a selection of documentaries from
Where Woolworths Fresh Food Dome across the years.
• Celebrate the history of shopping at the
THE MEATING PLACE Show, from horse & buggy to tractors
Stop by The Meating Place for everything to cars, the Show has always had
you need to know about butchers and something to marvel at.
meat and the art of the sausage... you’ll • Check out the fashions of yesteryear
learn how to serve gourmet meals to the and make sure you pick up your
family, which cuts to serve and why, and copy of our Book – Sydney Royal,
gain a very interesting insight into your Celebrating 200 Years of the Royal
local butcher. Two sessions a day on each Agricultural Society of New South
meat - beef, pork, lamb and chicken.
22 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
Wales - Just $75, and the limited edition bloodlines, this class recognises the
Bicentenary Tea Towel – produced in amazing bond we share with our pets and
Australia, 100% linen – just $20. will award Best Female, Best Male and the
• Join our Trophy Treasure Hunt and Best Exhibitor/Dog Lookalike.
learn more about our Trophy collection
and the endeavour and excellence that SYDNEY ROYAL HORSE SHOW FANCY
they represent. DRESS CLASS
The Sydney Royal Horse Show is
ROYAL AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY celebrating the bicentenary of the RAS
OF NSW 200 YEAR CELEBRATION with Fancy Dress Classes in the 2022
NOVELTY CAKE Show. Riders are encouraged to dress
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW themselves and their horse – with entry
is celebrating its bicentenary in 2022 free and limited to those aged between
and what better way to do it than with 6 years and 15 years.
a novelty cake or two… Each cake will
depict aspects of bygone years in
agriculture and the Sydney Royal Easter WOODCHOP – BICENTENARY
Show, taking us on a very sweet walk ENDURANCE EVENT
down memory lane. The cakes will be on New for 2022 is the Bicentenary
display every day of the Show and are Endurance Event. In this triathlon of
certain to raise nostalgia levels along with Woodchopping, competitors will race
cravings for a slice. to complete the 3 disciplines of Sawing,
When Daily Underhand, and Standing Block one after
Where Arts & Crafts Pavilion the other – the ultimate test of endurance!
ADVANCE™ SYDNEY ROYAL DOG 100-YEAR EXHIBITOR AWARD
SHOW PERIODIC CLASS EXHIBITORS - For the first and only
To celebrate our bicentenary we will be time in our history, the RAS will
hosting an extra special Periodic Class celebrate families who have had a 100-
in 2022 only. This Class is confined to year association with Sydney Royal
any dog or bitch 6 months of age and competitions at the Sydney Royal Easter
over, specifically breeds that have been Show. The 100-year Exhibitor Award, in
exhibited in Australia for 100 years or honour of our bicentenary, will be offered
more. Exhibitors are encouraged to wear in 2022 only!
period costumes from approximately 100
years ago for this event.
ADVANCE™ SYDNEY ROYAL DOG
SHOW - PET/COMPANION CLASS
This year is also a celebration of our
devoted four-legged friends, with a
special Pet/Companion class introduced.
Don’t worry about purebreds and fancy
23WHAT’S ON
QUINTESSENTIAL SHOW
Traditions, favourites and always chocolate, prawns, cheese, oysters,
something for everyone... spices, spirits and an incredible
assortment of the freshest our regions
BIG BUSH BBQ deliver. If its wine, chocolate coated
Nothing beats a good old-fashioned strawberries, vegan or gluten-free treats,
sausage sizzle… and nothing makes and Italian sauces or fresh pasta from
the snag taste as good as knowing all Bianco Kitchen you’re looking for – take
funds raised are going straight back to a walk through the Woolworths Fresh
a regional community. Each day of the Food Dome.
Show different NSW Show Societies will You’ll also see demonstrations by
pick up the tongs and fire up the barbie butchers, the Tyrrells Wine Bar, the return
in two locations. You can enjoy a sausage of the Sydney Royal Talk and Taste area
sandwich knowing all money made at and the Woolworths stand with samples
the BBQ will go to help our friends in and recipe ideas too.
the bush.
When: Daily 8.00am-4.00pm WOOLWORTHS FRESH FARM TOURS
Where: Orana Parade, opposite the Learn about the places and faces behind
Cattle Lawns the fresh food you eat every day at the
Woolworths Fresh Farm Tours. Hop on
CWA TEA ROOM a tour, meet some of Australia’s farmers,
The aroma of freshly baked scones pick up healthy eating and sustainability
with jam and cream, piping-hot tea, tips and sample delicious food along
and the warmth of the serving ladies the way. Here’s your chance to go
from the Country Women’s Association on an immersive fresh food journey
(CWA) are a Show tradition not to be around Australia – on Woolworth’s very
missed. Celebrating their 100th birthday own farm, sharing our excitement for
this year, the CWA was born out of a Australian fresh food at its best, and
‘Bushwoman’s Conference’ held at the celebrating it through seasonality and
1922 Show. It was founded with the aim provenance.
to improve living conditions for women When: Daily from 10am to 7pm
and children living in rural and remote Where: Woolworths Fresh Food Dome
Australia. Each year the CWA ladies keep
a tally of how many scones are baked R.M. WILLIAMS RAS RURAL
during the Show, with 2017 holding ACHIEVERS DEBATE AND THE LAND
the current record of a massive 53,872 SYDNEY ROYAL AGSHOWS NSW
scones sold. Come and be part of this YOUNG WOMAN PRESENTATION
delicious tradition, show your support These prestigious competitions culminate
and help the CWA celebrate their 100th with the sashing of 2022’s NSW Young
birthday at the Show this year. Woman and the Rural Achievers debate,
Where: Home & Lifestyle Pavilion showcasing some of the best and
brightest members of agriculture’s next
WOOLWORTHS FRESH FOOD DOME generation. Celebrating 60 years this
The heart of the Show, featuring the year, The Land Sydney Royal AgShows
iconic District Exhibits and the ultimate NSW Young Woman competition attracts
sampling experiences, the Dome has young rural women with purpose and
been the first stop for generations ambition, with the winner going on to
of Showgoers. Fresh fruit, nuts, tea, become an ambassador for rural NSW
24 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 2022WHAT’S ON
and the agricultural show movement. 10 SHAKE FARMYARD NURSERY
This year the name of the competition Stroll along the 10 Shake Animal Walk
has changed, with the move away from and you will find the 10 Shake Farmyard
‘Showgirl’ better reflecting the importance Nursery - an open-plan indoor paddock
of the competition and opportunities with over 500 free-range animals you can
it presents. pat. Here you’ll see playful ducklings on
The R.M. Williams RAS Rural Achiever their waterslide, piglets, geese, donkeys
Award acknowledges young people and much more or maybe have a go at
working to make a significant contribution feeding the friendly chickens, sheep and
to their local community and rural goats that come to visit you. To remember
Australia, and tests the eloquence, oratory this special farmyard experience, purchase
skills and opinions of the finalists in a a professional photo of yourself or one of
public speaking showcase. the family with an adorable baby lamb.
When: 2.00pm 10 April – R.M. When: Daily, 9.30am-6.30pm (9.00am-
Williams RAS Rural Achiever’s Debate 7.00pm weekends & public holidays)
2.00pm 10 April – The Land Sydney Where: 10 Shake Farmyard Nursery
Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman
Presentation BEE-ZEEBO
Where: Little Big Top Amphitheatre Where’s the best place to find bees? In
the garden, of course and this year that is
DISTRICT EXHIBIT DISPLAYS exactly where you will find the Bee-Zeebo
In 1876 Show Societies across NSW were – in the Flower & Garden Pavilion nestled
asked to mount displays of their produce in amongst the gorgeous floral displays.
– the very first District Exhibits but it Run by the NSW Apiarists Association the
wasn’t until 1911 that the Perpetual Shield Bee-Zeebo is where you’ll learn all about
was first presented in this competition. just how sweet it is to be a beekeeper
In 1950 the five distinct districts were and see how apiarists care for their bees
finalised and continue to be Southern, and harvest their delicious honey. Make a
Northern, Western, Central NSW and beeline for the Bee-Zeebo for a live action,
South East Queensland. interactive display and your opportunity
Traditionally judged on all displayed to ask all the questions that have been
produce – from grasses and grains to buzzing around in your head. Don’t forget
fruit, cheese and even eggs – as well as to sample and purchase some liquid gold
the originality of the design, this year the at the nearby Honey Land stand too.
Districts (also known as Courts) have When: Daily – 10.30, 12.30, 2.30, 4.30
come together to present one huge Where: Flower & Garden Pavilion
display for viewing pleasure only. Whilst
competition will still be fierce for the BEE HOTEL KIDS WORKSHOPS
produce, the display is a 3D timeline of Life is sweetest when you have a place to
the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW call home, somewhere to rest your weary
from 1822 to 2022 and beyond. head and body after a hard day at work –
When: 9.30am-8.30pm Daily and bees are no different. Help our fuzzy
Where: Woolworths Fresh Food Dome honey-makers with an environmentally
friendly hotel they can check in and out of
in between flitting to the flowers in your
25WHAT’S ON
garden. Without bees 75% of our food Fresh – has been supplying premium
crops would not exist, so these hotels are fresh milk and dairy to Australians from
as much for our benefit as theirs. Wagga Wagga NSW since 1922 and was
The Bee Hotel Workshops are free for recently awarded Australia’s Best Rated
children and all materials are provided – Fresh Milk Brand. See first-hand how a
along with a helping hand making them modern dairy works with state-of-the-art
and hints and tips for hanging your hotel equipment and technology that helps
at home. farmers look after their cows and provide
When: 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm 8-12 April us with nutritious, high-quality fresh milk.
Where: Flower & Garden Pavilion Join Riverina Fresh as they mark their
centenary and hear from their farmers
and other experts about the complexity,
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP CEREMONY
challenges, and rewards of dairy farming.
At the 2022 Show, 200 conferees will
The Working Dairy will produce some
take one of the biggest steps of their
14,000lt of milk at this year’s Sydney
lives and receive Australian Citizenship,
Royal Easter Show.
taking a pledge and oath to officially call
When: 10.00am-5.00pm (sessions on
Australia home. The ceremony, open for
the hour) Daily
all Showgoers to witness, is incredibly
Where: Riverina Fresh Working Dairy
moving and serves as a reminder to all of
us how blessed we are to live in the land
Down Under. GOAT MOUNTAIN
RAS Patron Her Excellency the Not only are they incredibly curious, but
Honourable Margaret Beazley AO QC has they also love to have fun and what is
been invited to act as Presiding Officer, more fun for a baby goat – also known
alongside RAS President Michael Millner as a kid - than climbing? Our goats can
and government representatives. spend all day climbing up and down their
As the country comes to the man-made mountain – these kids are
city during the Show, it is incredibly natural dare devils, and they enjoy nothing
appropriate for 200 conferees to repeat more than a game or two of ‘king of the
their pledge in front of friends and family mountain’!
and become our newest citizens. The When: 9.00am-7.30pm Daily (until
number of conferees also represents the 8.30pm on public holidays)
200 years of existence of the RAS. Where: Pig & Goat Pavilion
When: 12 April 10:30am
Where: Little Big Top Amphitheatre CHOOK WASHING AND PAT A CHICK
Be sure to head to the Poultry Pavilion to
RIVERINA FRESH WORKING DAIRY see some of the country’s most pampered
Visit the Riverina Fresh Working Dairy for poultry during their daily beauty routine.
a great insight into where our food comes You’ll never guess what goes into preparing
from. Dairy cows in Australia are typically chooks for competition. Watch as the birds
milked twice a day, and the industry are lathered, fluffed and blow-dried. All the
produces about 8.8 billion litres of milk while, an experienced commentator will
each year. This is the milk that we enjoy talk you through the demonstration which
on our cereal, in our coffees, milkshakes, is, quite literally, all for show!
ice cream, cheese and straight from the Children can then pat the friendly farmyard
glass. The Working Dairy’s proud sponsor fowls in one of the Pat a Chick sessions
– 100% Australian-owned Riverina which is also a great photo opportunity.
Where: Poultry Pavilion
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