Interschool competition stands the test of time with numbers bigger than ever
The first equestrian competition for high school children took place at Pine Lodge in Queensland in 1984 ... Now 42 years on, the Australian National Interschool Competition is the biggest event on the Australian equestrian calendar.
ANZAC Day tribute at 2026 Grafton Show
A respectful silence fell across the Grafton Showground on the weekend as the Grafton Show Society commemorated Anzac Day with a small ceremony in the main arena ... a moving tribute to the Northern Rivers Lancers 15th Light Horse Regiment and the unique bonds shared between soldiers and their horses...
Right royal award for a guinea pig lover
Bateau Bay's Michelle Parker was named the 2026 Champion of the Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) at the recent Royal Easter Show in recognition of her decades of breeding, showing and judging guinea pigs.
Big hooves, big hearts: Braidwood’s heavy horses are back
The Braidwood & District Heavy Horse Show 2026 is back into town, and this year it’s bringing more horsepower than ever. The Alma Cup with a cash prize of $1000 courtesy of the Community Bank Braidwood is sure to be hotly contested.
Darling Downs 2026 Showgirl chosen
At the Toowoomba Royal Show on Saturday afternoon, judges selected the entrant who will represent the Darling Downs at the State judging during this year's Ekka in Brisbane. The winner is Bridgette Langton, who is the Goombungee-Haden Showgirl for 2026.
Ag Discovery Day returns to Toowoomba Royal Show
More than 640 students and teachers are taking part in Ag Discovery Day at the Toowoomba Royal Showgrounds today, giving young people a hands-on opportunity to explore the exciting world of agriculture ... Ag Discovery will welcome participants from seven primary schools for an immersive day of learning about food, fibre, farming and the many career opportunities within the agriculture sector.
A story of courage and determination
At this year's Heavy Horse Festival, an equestrian division for those with disabilities was held for the first time. Katy Driver was the driving force behind the inclusion of the event which was well received by the competitors and the crowd. Here is Katy's story.
You don’t know the life of a Showgirl
Seven girls line up for the announcement of this year’s Group 1 Junior Teen Showgirl on Saturday, March 7. The girls are showgirls from their hometowns of Bangalow, Maclean, Grafton, Lismore, (absent), Tweed River, Bonalbo, Kyogle and Casino.
Taralga Show, 14-15 March 2026
Kids under 18 free as Taralga Show Celebrates 140 Years of Country Fun!
Cooma Show, 14 March 2026
The theme for 2026 is Poultry Feature and we are looking forward to large poultry exhibit.
140th Moss Vale Show, 13-15 March 2026
Moss Vale & District AH&I Society Inc. are the owners of the Moss Vale Showground. The Annual Moss Vale Show is one of our most popular events.
Mundulla Show, 7 March 2026
The Mundulla Show is held every year on the first Saturday of March by the Mundulla Agricultural, Horticultural and Floricultural Society Inc.
International judges assess heavy horse breeds at annual festival
The National Clydesdale and Heavy Horse Festival has once again shaken the earth at Werribee as the world’s much-loved working breeds were shown off in hand, under saddle and in harness. Organisers this year welcomed Canadian judges Ray and Amber McLaughlin to officiate, with Amber judging the led Clydesdales/Shires and Ray the harness with Peter Strafford.
Milton Show, 6-8 March 2026
Milton Show Society
A fantastic community event, run by the community, for the community.
Two large pavilions displaying local produce, historical memorabilia, art, timber, photography,...
Last year’s cattle tick issue sorted as the 100th show is ready to roll
Here’s some good news about Bonalbo’s 100th Show — it’s on. The show committee is pleased to inform competitors, exhibitors and sponsors that the Bonalbo Showgrounds are no longer under restrictions as an adjoining holding for cattle tick ... Remember the date — Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18.
Rochester Show, 27-28 February 2026
Rochester Agricultural & Pastoral Association, Inc.
130th Tallangatta Show, 7 March 2025
130th Tallangatta Show Annual Show, 7 March 2025.
118th Foster Show, 28 February 2026
Foster & District Agricultural Show
The 2026 Foster Show is fast approaching on Saturday 28th February at the Foster Showgrounds.
In addition to their regular...
Angaston Show, 28 February 2026
Angaston AH & F Society
Award-Winning Angaston Show returns in 2026
The award-winning Angaston Show will return on Saturday 28 February 2026, alongside the three-day “Horses in...
Action from the Allora Show
Let's take a stroll around the 148th Allora Show.
