The Snowy Monaro region has been represented proudly at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, as locals shone brightly in a series of prestigious competitions. The Far South Coast and Snowy Monaro Association of Show Societies, known as Group 6, celebrated a host of achievements alongside top performers at the event.
PHOTO: The Conrayn Merino Stud – winners of the Stonehaven Cup CREDIT: NSW Stud Merino Breeders’ Association Limited (NSW-SMBAL)
The NSW Stud Merino Breeders’ Association Limited said, “We are well underway in the Cox Pavilion for the Merino judging.” Following the announcement, our region enjoyed success across several categories in the Sheep and Fleece Show.
PHOTO: Conrayn Merino Stud – Best Exhibit of 5 Merino March Shorn Sheep CREDIT: (NSW-SMBAL)
The Conrayn Merino Stud in Berridale emerged as a standout, capturing multiple accolades. They were awarded the RAS Pair of the Year and the Stonehaven Cup for Best Exhibit of 5 Merino March Shorn Sheep. Conrayn also took out the Junior Champion March Shorn Merino Ewe title.
PHOTO: Conrayn Merino Stud – Junior Champion March Shorn Merino Ewe title CREDIT: (NSW-SMBAL)
Describing their experience, a spokesperson for Conrayn Merino Stud shared, “Another successful Sydney Royal Easter Show. A great show lots of fun with our sheep family.” Conrayn achieved additional victories, including the Grand Champion Ultrafine Ram, Grand Champion Ultrafine Ewe, and Grand Champion Superfine Ewe, underscoring their excellence in breeding and showcasing sheep.
The achievements were not limited to sheep; AgShows NSW expressed their commendations, “Congratulations to Miranda McGufficke from Group 6 winner of the state Meat Breeds Sheep Young Judges.” Miranda’s recognition highlights the talent in young judging within the region.
PHOTO: Miranda McGufficke – Group 6 winner of the state Meat Breeds Sheep Young Judges CREDIT: AgShows NSW
David Venables from the Dalgety Show was honoured with the RAS/AgShows NSW Country Show Champion Class (Patrick Keast Award), reinforcing the area’s involvement in and contribution to agricultural showcases.
PHOTO: Patrick Keast Award – The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Chair of Sheep Joe Byrnes pictured with AgShows NSW President Jill Chapman.
CREDIT: AgShows NSW.
Emily Lucas from the Cooma Show was lauded as a State Finalist in The Land Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman competition. AgShows NSW articulated their pride, saying, “A huge congratulations to Emily Lucas… capped off with this incredible achievement.” She also received the Show Announcers Academy Scholarship, becoming the third young woman to be awarded this recognition. “We look forward to seeing where the next 12 months takes you,” added a spokesperson from the Cooma Show.
PHOTO: Emily Lucas represented Group 6 proudly CREDIT: Cooma Show
Each year, the region continues to spotlight emerging talents and established excellence, offering a chance to celebrate agriculture in the Snowy Monaro.