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2018 MEDIA GUIDE

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INTRODUCTION

2018 SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW

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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 Easter Show is Australia’s largest annual ticketed event, attracting over 850,000 attendees on average. Revenue generated by it allows the RAS to invest in agricultural programs, competitions, education, youth and rural NSW. In all, the RAS invests almost $7 million annually in these activities which are designed to promote agricultural excellence and keep our rural communities strong.

The Show is a celebration of Australian culture, from our rural traditions to our modern day lifestyles, providing unique experiences for everyone. Every Easter, the country and city join together at Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park, for 12 days of agricultural competitions, animal experiences, live entertainment, carnival fun, shopping and much more.

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.

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DAILY TIMETABLES 27

SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK MAJOR EVENT BUSES 41

SHOW MAP 46

THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY OF NSW WOULD LIKE TO THANK ITS 2018 SPONSORS FOR SUPPORTING EXCELLENCE IN AUSTRALIAN AGRICULTURE AND REGIONAL COMMUNITIES

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the accumulation of performance points from regional shows. There is pride the whole state can revel in when the best of the best compete in the city. It’s for that reason the RAS works closely with country shows to share knowledge about event management, competition administration and bio-security messaging.

Engaging young people in the industry is a challenge which the RAS embrace. In consultation with government, key industry stakeholders, and educators they work to ensure programs developed are relevant to today’s youth, igniting a passion for agriculture.

While the Sydney Royal Easter Show is its cardinal event, the RAS has established a diverse portfolio, including world-class Sydney Showground which generates a total economic impact of $615 million towards the NSW economy.

Another aspect of the RAS portfolio is the Australasian Animal Registry - the most comprehensive not-for-profit animal registration and recovery service in Australasia.

Excitement is in the air at Sydney Showground for what is shaping up to be an amazing Sydney Royal Easter Show. Once again the country will come to the city in a celebration of our world-class agriculture industry.

Of all the events the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) holds through the year, this is the pinnacle of what they strive toward as laid out in their mission, which is, ‘to promote, foster and encourage the sustainable development of agriculture of the state’.

The Sydney Royal Competitions held during the Sydney Royal Easter Show attract close to 30,000 Australia-wide entries each year. Exhibitors enter their product, animal or skill in an attempt to win the prestige of a Sydney Royal award. The Sydney Royal Wine, Dairy, Fine Food, Chocolate and Beer & Cider Shows are held throughout the year rewarding excellence in Australian produce.

Country agricultural shows have an important role to play when it comes to produce, art and craft. Some Sydney Royal competitions are only possible with

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SHOW DATES 23 March – 3 April 2018

OPENING TIMES Show opens 9am. Pavilions open 9.30am

CLOSING TIMES Evening entertainment concludes 9pm. Showbag Pavilion closes 9.30pm. Coca-Cola Carnival stays open until late.

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SHOW WEBSITES The official Show website eastershow.com.au has the most up-to-date information about the Show including agricultural and entertainment timetables, making it a useful resource tool for media. The Media Centre section (can be found under the ABOUT tab) includes daily news releases and accreditation information. For judging timetables and daily updates of judging results, visit rasnsw.com.au

MEDIA RELEASES The daily media release will be distributed to media and posted on the Show website early each morning.

HIGH-RES IMAGES The Media Centre maintains a library of Show images. A selection of images will be available for media to download via a link provided by the Easter Show Team. Contact the Media Centre for access.

Show photos are provided for publication purposes free of charge, providing the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) is credited. Commercial use of our photos is not permitted unless prior arrangement and a fee structure have been negotiated.

MEDIA ACCESS TO VENUES All requests for access to Spotless Stadium must be directed through the Media Centre. All media on the stadium grounds must wear a white coat (provided by the Media Centre) and broad-brimmed hat (provided by the individual). Under no circumstances are media allowed to enter Spotless Stadium during a Grand Parade or the evening entertainment program.

All requests for access to Schmidt Arena, Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium and The Amphitheatre must be directed to the Media Centre.

ACCESS FOR TV CREWS TV crews requiring onsite vehicle access for live-crosses and filming must advise the Media Centre, at least 2 hours in advance where possible, every time they wish to enter Sydney Showground. TV crews arriving at the Showground unannounced will not be admitted by Security. Crew cars and link trucks ONLY will be provided with on-site parking.

MEDIA PARKING 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.

AROUND SYDNEY SHOWGROUND Please be considerate of competition judging and pay careful attention to animals and exhibitors when filming, photographing or conducting interviews.

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MEDIA CENTRE TEAM Tel: 02 9704 1042 Email: [email protected] Website: eastershow.com.au

Roger White, RASManager, Public Relations M: 0478 092 425E: [email protected]

Nicola Dalby, RAS Communications Coordinator M: 0434 579 906E: [email protected]

Justine Pirie, Cox Inall CommunicationsM: 0435 325 954E: [email protected]

Charlotte Thomson, Cox Inall CommunicationsM: 0428 374 985E: [email protected]

MEDIA ACCESS TO THE SHOW Pre-approved accredited media personnel must go to the Exhibitor Services Centre (ESC) on their first visit to the Show to collect their Show media accreditation. The ESC is on Murray Rose Avenue, opposite Sydney Olympic Park Station in the RAS Administration Building. On arrival at the ESC, media personnel must present official media identification or a business card in order to receive Show media accreditation. Show media accreditation must be visible at all times while on site at Sydney Showground.

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW operates a hub for all accredited media personnel reporting on the Sydney Royal Easter Show. The Media Centre is located at:

Level 4, Sydney Royal Stand Spotless Stadium Tel: 02 9704 1042 Fax: 02 9704 1039 Opening hours: 8am - 6pm

The Media Centre provides accredited media with access to phone, fax, internet access via wired CAT5 (RJ45) connection, light refreshments, and a limited number of lockers are available.

Please note, leaving equipment and belongings in the Media Centre is at your own risk. The RAS accepts no responsibility for any items.

Make this your first port of call for:• Show news and results • Daily Show highlights • Story ideas • Access to talent • Interview requests with authorised Show spokespeople • Access to restricted areas including Spotless Stadium • Maps

MEDIA ACCREDITATION All media representatives reporting on the Show must be accredited by the RAS prior to the event. If you have not acquired accreditation prior to the Show, contact the RAS Public Relations Department so your request can be expedited.

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PUBLIC TRANSPORTThe best way to get to and from the Sydney Royal Easter Show in Sydney Olympic Park is by public transport. With plenty of extra trains and Sydney Olympic Park Major Event Buses running regularly throughout the Show it’s easy to get there and back by public transport.

Travel on public transport services is included in all ShowLink tickets. Showgoers are encouraged to leave the car at home and plan their trip to the Show by public transport ahead of time. For all the details on the extra services and transport options available, visit transportnsw.info.

IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATIONShowLink tickets are not available for purchase at Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink stations or on-board Sydney Olympic Park Major Event Buses or any other transport service. ShowLink tickets are available at selected Woolworths outlets or online via Ticketmaster. Tickets can be bought at the Sydney Showground ticket booths located at the entry to the Show.

There are no exchanges, refunds or cancellations on purchased ShowLink tickets.

SHUTTLE BUS AND TAXISShuttle buses will run between the northern bus terminal (plaza Show entry) and the P5 car park, and between the Dawn Fraser bus terminal and the P3 and P4 car park. All Showgoers travel for free. Service operates from 9am – 11pm.

TAXISTaxis are available from Gate 13 on the corner of Dawn Fraser Avenue, adjacent to Australia Ave.

WH&S All media representatives attending Sydney Showground must adhere to the RAS Workplace Health and Safety policy (this policy can be found at eastershow.com.au) and laws relating to WH&S.

SHOW SPOKESPERSONS Comment from any of the following RAS spokespersons should be arranged through the Media Centre:

Robert Ryan OAMPresident

Brock GilmourChief Executive

Murray WiltonGeneral Manager, Agriculture & Sydney Royal Easter Show

Shane McGrathSenior Manager, Operations & Product Development

EMERGENCIES St John’s First Aid stations are located at: • Corner of Olympic Boulevard and Channel 9 Grand Parade • Woolworths Fresh Food Dome foyer• Opposite Domestic Animals Pavilion• Behind the Showbag Pavilion• Medical Centre on New England Ave.

POLICE AND LOST PROPERTYLost property should be handed into the Police Station located on New England Avenue opposite the Schmidt Arena (under the Spotless Stadium concourse).

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these deserving dogs are rewarded and acknowledged in two categories; AAR Service Dog Award and the AAR Companion Dog Award. Whether they have shown incredible bravery or transformed a life in adversity, the common factor is these remarkable animals and their human companions have enriched lives. When 2 April Where ADVANCE™ Dog Judging Lawn, Shoalhaven Street

CAT COMPETITIONThe CATSAN™ Sydney Royal Cat Show consists of two Championship shows, as well as Cat Breed Display days. The shows are the largest feline events held in Australia. Cats are judged in breeds, then groups, leading to the ultimate prize of Best In Show. Judges take into account the cat’s breed standard, coat, construction and temperament when judging. When 24-25 March and 30 March -1 AprilWhere Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue

DISTRICT EXHIBITS COMPETITIONEvery year there’s regional pride

at stake during the District Exhibit competition. And they’re not just vying for the most creative artwork. It’s the produce that really counts.

While the hardworking teams are putting the final touches on their displays, Sydney Royal Judges scrutinise the produce that goes into creating them. Everything is judged individually – fruit, vegetables, grains, pulses, oils and fibres – to determine who has the best in each region.

Points from the different sections plus points for Effective Display and General Presentation are added together to determine the overall winner of the competition.

Sydney Royal Easter Show competitions are run by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW to measure and maintain excellence in agriculture. The competitions are judged by experts in their fields to ensure only the ‘best of the best’ are awarded a prestigious Sydney Royal ribbon.

ALPACA COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal Alpaca & Fleece Show is Australia’s most prestigious Alpaca competition, with Huacaya (soft fleece with a natural crimp) and Suri (long, luxurious fibre) breeds competing in their own sections for the title of Best Alpaca. When 29 March - 3 AprilWhere Munro Pavilion, New England Ave, corner Macquarie Street

AVIARY BIRDSThe first two days of the Show feature the Sydney Royal Aviary Bird Show. With 600 birds of all varieties exhibited it’s known as the largest Royal bird display. When 26-27 March Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue

BABY PUPPY COMPETITIONCuteness overload! At just 3 – 6 months old these little guys frolic more than flaunt their way around the ring. Every afternoon, you will be treated to an absolutely adorable display as Best Baby Puppy of the day is awarded their trophy.When Daily 3pm – 5pmWhere ADVANCE™ Dog Pavilion and Dog Judging Lawn, Shoalhaven Street

CANINE HERO AWARDSEvery year, among our tail-wagging friends, heroes emerge with unique stories. At the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Canine Hero Awards

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HORSEWhen DailyWhere Spotless Stadium & Schmidt Arena

PIGWhen 24 March Where Pig & Goat Pavilion

POLOWhen 27, 29, 31 March & 2 April Where Spotless Stadium

POULTRYWhen 22 March Where Steggles Poultry Pavilion

RABBITWhen 1 April Where Pet Pavilion

RAT & MOUSEWhen 23 March Where Pet Pavilion

RODEOWhen 23 March – 3 April Where Spotless Stadium

SHEEP & FLEECEWhen 22-28 March Where Sheep & Wool Pavilion

SHOWGIRL AND RURAL ACHIEVERWhen 25 MarchWhere The Amphitheatre

SHOW LEGEND PRESENTATIONWhen 29 March

WHIPCRACKING When 3 April Where Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium

WOODCHOPWhen 23 March – 2 April Where Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium

ALPACA & FLEECEWhen 29 March -3 April Where Alpaca Pavilion, New England Ave

ARTS & CRAFTS – PERISHABLE COOKINGWhen 23 MarchWhere Arts & Crafts Pavilion

AVIARY BIRDSWhen 26-27 MarchWhere Pet Pavilion

CATSWhen 24-25 March & 30 March - 1 AprilWhere Pet Pavilion

CATTLE – BEEFWhen 23-27 March (Urquhart & Hordern Trophies 26 March)Where Orana Pde, cnr New England Ave

CATTLE – DAIRYWhen 30 March – 3 April Where Orana Pde, cnr New England Ave

DISTRICT EXHIBITS PRESENTATIONSWhen 24 MarchWhere Woolworths Fresh Food Dome

DOGSWhen Daily (Best In Show 2 April) Where Dog Judging Lawn

FROG & REPTILEWhen 2 -3 April Where Pet Pavilion

FLOWER & GARDENWhen 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 March & 2 April Where Flower & Garden Pavilion

GOATWhen 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 31 March & 1, 2 April Where Pig & Goat Pavilion

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Boars, they look for suitability for breeding stock and in Sows they judge on ability to carry strong litters. As you wander through the Pavilion, the old established breeds such as Berkshire, Tamworths and Wessex Saddlebacks are definitely worth a look.When Daily Where Pig & Goat Pavilion

POULTRY COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal Poultry Competition is considered the benchmark Poultry Show in Australia. Birds in the Competition are judged to the Australian Standards of Perfection.

2018 will see around 4,000 birds entered into the competition, all of which will be on display in the Steggles Poultry Pavilion. Make sure you have a gander at the geese and turkeys – they’re amongst the finest animals you’ll ever see. When Daily Where Steggles Poultry Pavilion

RABBITS Bounce on down to the Pet Pavilion for the Sydney Royal Rabbit Competition. Every year, around 250 entries compete by breed; Fur, Rex, Lop and Fancy. You can meet them and talk to their breeders on their one big day of judging. When 1 April Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue

RATS & MICEDespite being small, these pets are great! First introduced to the Show as a non-competitive exhibit in 2003, the Rat & Mouse Show was officially included in the Sydney Royal competitions the following year. The Sydney Royal Rat & Mouse Show is self-administered by the Australian Rodent Fanciers’ Society and attracts over 250 entries.

Show awarding Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in the Southern Hemisphere.

Find out who the 2018 queen bees are by seeing the Champions, Supreme Champions and Best Exhibit in Show on display in the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome, next to Honeyland.When Daily Where Woolworths Fresh Food Dome

HORSE COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal Horse Show is the largest of its kind attracting over 5,500 entries exhibiting the most prestigious horses in Australia and New Zealand. There’s a competitive event every day of the Show with classes including: Breeds, Hacks, Riding for the Disabled Association, Light and Heavy Harness, Showjumping, Campdraft, Polo, Rodeo, Pony Club, Tentpegging, Heavy Horse Obstacle Vaulting and Team Penning. Showjumping is a crowd favourite. And the event to watch will be the Grand Prix Showjumping which offers $60,000 in prize money and attracts the best competitors Australia-wide. Don’t miss the Team Penning Competition in the Schmidt Arena on 25 March from 11.00am. Team penning is a western equestrian sport requiring a whole lot of teamwork, speed, skill, communication and a little bit of luck. Sydney Royal has selected the best Team Penning Teams in NSW to compete at the Show. When Daily Where Spotless Stadium and Schmidt Arena

PIG COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal Pig Show is Australia’s best display of pure breed stud pigs, which compete in separate classes and ultimately for Best Pig In Show. The Judges always look for trueness to type and breed. In

From 9.30am – 11am they’ll compete live.• NSW Smithers-Oasis Designz Cup Competition 24 March 9.30am – 12.30pm. Watch as floristry students compete by creating an elaborate floral design. • Professional Florists Association of NSW Competition 30 March 9.30am. Floral designers will create a dramatic floral design in under 3 hours. Watch as their creations take form.When Daily Where Flower & Garden Pavilion

FROGS & REPTILESTake a walk on the wild side and meet the Sydney Royal Frog & Reptile Show competitors. Cute and cuddly they are not. But you’ll be amazed by these exotic and extraordinary companions. Non-venomous snakes, lizards, and frogs will be judged with the best of the best rewarded. When 2-3 April Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue

GOAT COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal Goat Show consists of competitions for Dairy, Boer and Angora. The goats compete in their breed classes for the highest accolade, Best in Show. Judges of these competitions are looking for trueness to type and breed, strong breeding lines along with strong yield ability – whether for milk, meat or mohair. Judging these competitions will take place:

• Dairy Goats: 22-23 March • Angora Goats: 26-28 March • Boer Goats : 31 March - 2 April

When Daily Where Pig & Goat Pavilion

HONEY COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal National Honey Show is Australia’s most prestigious honey competition. It is the only National Honey

Don’t forget, fresh produce from each region is available for purchase from the friendly farmers at the front of every District Exhibit.When Daily Where Woolworths Fresh Food Dome

DOG COMPETITIONThe ADVANCE™ Sydney Royal Dog Show brings together thousands of dogs to find the champions of the canine world. Attracting over 4,000 entries across Conformation, Agility, Obedience, Junior Handler, and Sweepstake classes, the ADVANCE™ Sydney Royal Dog Show has an impeccable global reputation. Here are the special competition days:

• Obedience Show: 23 March • Conformation Show: 23 March -

1 April • Best in Show: 2 April • Agility Competition: 3 April

When Daily Where ADVANCE™ Dog Pavilion and Dog Judging Lawn, Shoalhaven Street

FLOWER & GARDEN COMPETITIONJudging for this competition takes place early in the morning, every second day of the Show. You can see the best of the best as the amazing array of plants and flowers stay on display for two days. For the first four days of the Show you’ll be able to view the National Floral Designer competition exhibits. Respected floral demonstrator & arranger, Heather Hammond (New Zealand), will judge this event - she has over 40 years floral design experience and is recognised internationally for her leadership and accomplishments in floristry services. • Floristry Students Competitions 23 March. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the next generation of budding florists.

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animals that have to be seen to be believed. Life’s a circus, come along and enjoy our parade! When Daily 4.00pm & 6.00pm Where Spotless Stadium Concourse, Grand Parade, Showground Road, Riverina Street.

SHOW STOPPER BEERAn all NSW beer to be served exclusively during the 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show. The Sydney Royal Easter Show Pale will be an easy drinking craft beer that will appeal to the masses and will leave you wanting more. Where The Stables

FOOD TRUCK FEEDLOT From tacos and waffles to boutique burgers, food truck dining has skyrocketed in terms of quality. In the Food Truck Feedlot at the Show some of the nation’s finest motorized meal maestros will be strutting their stuff.When Daily 9.30am – 8.00pmWhere Hawkesbury Street

FIREWORKS SPECTACULARThe Greatest Easter Show Circus Spectacular will conclude with a spectacular 12-minute aerial and ground fireworks finale - by globally-renowned fireworks specialists Howards & Sons Pyrotechnics.

The night sky will be lit up with brilliant bright hues of pyrotechnic colour, as dramatic effects erupt in choreographed colour-changing scenes.

Howard & Sons Pyrotechnics are imagineers, producers and providers of spectacular fireworks and special effects, and are responsible for some of the world’s best fireworks and unique special effects.When Every night from 8.50 pm Where Spotless Stadium

Get in on the fun with new experiences and amazing entertainment!

FARM OF THE FUTURE Drones, sensors, virtual fencing, agricultural robots are changing the lives of farmers and producers across Australia and helping them lead the way into the future. Discover all you need to know about modern farming and the incredible influence of innovation and information when you visit the Farm of the Future. When Daily 9.30am – 6.00pm Where Orana Parade

EVENING ENTERTAINMENT THE GREATEST EASTER SHOW SPECTACULAR Step right up and take a seat for the one and only, greatest ever, best show in town. We’ve got Hot Air Balloon Trapeze, the Double Wheel of Death, Flying Trapeze, Motorcycle Highwire Trapeze, Extreme Vaulting and gorgeous Glowing Horses. You won’t believe what you are seeing as dare devils defy death, gymnasts perform on horseback, and for the first time ever in an arena show trapeze artists will perform suspended from a hot air balloon. It truly is the Greatest Easter Show Spectacular every night in Spotless Stadium. When Daily, 7.45pm – 8.20pmWhere Spotless Stadium

THE PAW PATROL CIRCUS PARADECome one, come all to the greatest parade in town! The PAW Patrol Circus Parade is appearing at the Show for the first time ever, with two sensational parades every day. From the Main Arena and through the Showgrounds, the parade will amaze audience members all over the grounds with dancers, stilt walkers, amazing floats and animatronic

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When 23 March Where Pet Pavilion, Riverina Avenue

RODEOYou can’t help but get drawn into the heart-stopping excitement of the Sydney Royal Rodeo Series. Australia’s best cowboys will be competing for some of the biggest rodeo prize money in the country and they are ready to ride! Week one of the Show features Bullriding, Bareback, Saddle Bronc & Steer Wrestling in the Federation Challenge, whilst week 2 sees mate vs mate in the State of Origin team series. Be there to watch the competitors give it their all!When Daily 6.30pm (except 28 March 5.30pm)Where Spotless Stadium

SHEEP COMPETITIONThe Sydney Royal Sheep Show consists of Fleece, Merino, and Meat & Dual Purpose Breeds Competitions. A fascinating aspect of the Merino competition is the Objective Measurement Class. In this category Merino’s are judged on visual characteristics, fleece type and on their subjective measurements including weight and data collected by scanning the sheep with an ultrasound to determine fat depth and muscle. The term Meat & Dual Purpose Sheep is a collective for 13 different breeds of sheep exhibited at the Show. When Daily Where Sheep & Wool Pavilion

ALPA YOUNG AUCTIONEERS COMPETITION Be there as the hammers go down as the Sydney Royal Easter Show hosts the Australian Livestock & Property Agents (ALPA) NSW State, and the Australian National Young Auctioneers Finals.

The sale of livestock through auction is a rural tradition. Regional competitions have been created to encourage and develop emerging talent in this field. To determine who has the gift of the gavel, finalists will auction prize-winning Sydney Royal Steer Show stock to high-profile buyers while aiming to get the best price possible for vendors. Prominent industry representatives will judge the competitors on clarity, diction, manner and livestock value knowledge. When 23 March 12pmWhere The Amphitheatre

YOUNG FARMER CHALLENGESit back and watch the ultimate test of skills and ability as young farmers showcase their expertise in a series of physical on-farm challenges. Mixed teams of four, aged between 18 - 35 years, will need to impress the judges with anything thrown at them like animal handling, fencing, tractor driving, firefighting, first aid and heavy lifting. Emphasis is placed on completing each challenge with the correct technique and safest work method. Teams must have won a Young Farmer Challenge at an agricultural show in regional NSW to qualify for the Regional Final competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show which is the state final. Winners from the Regional Finals held 10.00am in Schmidt Arena go to the State Final competition, also held in Schmidt Arena, from 4.05pm.When 31 March Where Schmidt Arena


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NATURAL FIBRE FASHION PARADE On the Fashion & Style Stage you’ll be treated to a fashion show featuring a stunning selection of natural fibre garments from the Darnell Collection. Learn about Australia’s diverse range of sustainably sourced natural fibres as vintage styles sashay down the runway. Where Riverina Avenue, corner Monaro Street

SHEEP SHEARING DISPLAYSThe sensational skills of super-speedy champion shearers are showcased every day of the Show, along with secrets from the shearing sheds and stories straight from the sheep-shearer’s mouths. And if that’s not enough, each shearing session some audience members are invited to take up the clipppers and give it a go. Jim Murray, Head-Shearer at the Show, will be joined by Ian Elkin and Dayne West to explain the tricks of the trade and some facts about fleece. The Sheep Shearing & Display is so popular and classically Australian that it will be held in two locations at the Show.When Thursday 29 March – Tuesday 3 April 10.30am*, 12.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm, 4.30pm & 5.30pmWhere Sheep & Wool Pavilion*this session will not be held on Thursday 29 March

When Friday 23 March – Wednesday 28 March 10.30am, 12.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm, 4.30pm & 5.30pm AND Thursday 29 March – Tuesday 3 April 12.30pm & 2.00pm Where Outback Stockman Show – The Daily Telegraph Paddock

Mona Vale’s Modus Operandi Brewing using hops and barley from NSW. When Daily from 11am Where The Stables, Hawkesbury Street

HERITAGE PAVILIONTake a step back in time to the 1950s and celebrate all that is vintage in the Heritage Pavilion. Back then, livestock and sales at the Show were valued in pounds and pence, highlights included visits from the Royal family, the newly introduced wonders of television and an excitement that only the Post-War era could bring, where on average over 65% of the population of Sydney attended the Show each year. Learn all about the Show during the Post-War era, hop on a vintage Showground bus, dress-up in the fashions of the day, visit themed market stalls, make your own kewpie doll and test your history knowledge on the interactive timeline.

The magnificent collection of Perpetual Trophies will be on display and the RAS official carriage, the caleche, will be there for all to admire. When Daily 9.30am – 8pmWhere Grand Parade, corner Hawkesbury Street

D-MAX PRECISION DRIVING TEAMGet your motor running and head down to Spotless Stadium to catch Team D-Max in all their engine revving glory! From 180-degree spins to two-wheel balancing acts and formation driving that will have the crowd holding its collective breath, Team D-max have been thrilling Showgoers for more than 50 years and are looking forward to their much-anticipated return this year! When Daily, 12.20pmWhere Spotless Stadium

artist, Zoe performs with style, grace and an unusual collection of bizarre stunts and painful looking added extras.

Do not miss this year’s Sideshow for some freakishly good fun as the performers push their body and stunts to the limit. When 24 March – 3 April 12pm, 2pm and 5pm (no 2pm performance on 25, 28 March; no 5pm performance 25 March) Where The Amphitheatre

DESPICABLE ME 3™It’s time to party with your favourite Despicable Me 3™ characters, at the DM3™ dance party. You’ll “Bust a Minion”, make some “trouble on the dance floor”, and “dance like you mean it”, at this epic 80’s dance battle. Mel, Dave and your favourite super villain Gru, are ready to dance with you and your friends in celebration of the Despicable Me 3 movie release, so come along and “get into the groove”! When 24 March – 3 April (no performance 27 March), 10.50am, 11.50amWhere The Amphitheatre

XSCREAM SOUNDWAVE A brand-new spinning sensation at the Show. Take your seat and hold on tight as you start whirling and twirling, you’ll be turning around with the music pumping and your adrenalin jumping! When Daily Where Coca Cola Carnival

THE STABLES The award-winning Stables is back as your on-trend fine food and beverage destination with Australia’s finest producers on show. The venue will feature exciting new pop-up eateries and the Sydney Royal Beer and Wine Bar. Stop by for a refreshing Show Stopper Beer - an exclusive Sydney Royal Easter Show brew by

NICK JR.’S PAW PATROLYour favourite characters from Nickelodeon’s number one tv show are coming to the Show! Could you be a PAW Patrol trainee? Join Ryder, Chase and Marshall as they answer Mayor Goodway’s call for help to save the “Adventure Bay Talent Show”. Ryder and the Pups will take you through all the moves for the Pup, Pup Boogie so you can dance along and help make Nick Jr.’s PAW Patrol Ready for Action Show the best rescue mission ever! When 24 March – 3 April (no show 27 March) 10.00amWhere The Amphitheatre

PSYCHO SIDESHOWPsycho Sideshow makes its return with a ‘best ever’ line-up of acts that will blow your mind. The show will feature crowd favourite Chayne ‘The Space Cowboy’ Hultgren, one of the most innovative sword swallowers performing today. His daring act also includes chainsaw juggling during a unicycle finale that simply has to be seen to be believed. The Lizardman has tattooed his entire body for a reptilian look. Other modifications include four teeth sharpened as fangs, a bifurcated tongue and five Teflon horns subdermally implanted above his eyes to create horned ridges. But what does he do? Everything from fire eating to the bed of nails in the freakiest freak show Showgoers can witness. Bending, contorting and manipulating, Captain Frodo will astonish, amaze and blow your mind. Pushing his body to the limit, Frodo is an absolute one of a kind and perhaps the only man alive who can squeeze his body through a tennis racquet or two. The Pain Proof Pin Up, Zoe L‘Amore, combines circus skills with sideshow thrills give or take a whip, power tool, fire or two. Truly a dare devil


breaking the 50,000 mark for the first time in 2017 with a record-breaking 53,872 scones sold. Come and be part of this delicious tradition, show your support and help the CWA make history in 2018. Where Home & Lifestyle Pavilion

THE GREAT BACKYARD PUMPKIN CHALLENGECome and see the colourful, quirky and down-right delightful entries in the Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge. Will this year’s greatest great pumpkin beat the record set in 2015 with a 728kg whopper? While the big ones are hard to miss, you’ll have to look harder for the tiniest. And the outrageous celebrity look-alikes always generate a giggle. Seeds for the 2018 competition were kindly provided by Dale Oliver, one of Australia’s avid giant pumpkin growers. The seeds are from pumpkins ranging in weight from 500kg to 853kg. Where Flower & Garden Pavilion

RURAL ACHIEVERS AND SHOWGIRL PRESENTATIONSFind out which Rural Achievers have the gift of the gab and who will take home the title of 2018 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl at this nail-biter of an awards ceremony. The RAS Rural Achiever Award and The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl Competition are state-wide leadership programs run by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW to recognise future leaders. When 25 March Where The Amphitheatre

WOODCHOPPING COMPETITIONThe swing of the axe and the thundering cracks of wood make the Sydney Royal Woodchopping and Sawing Competition a highlight for many Showgoers. The largest

Traditions, favourites and always something for everyone...

OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONYHis Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor of New South Wales will officially open the 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show. Prestige is added to the Official Opening through the participation of the Australian Defence Force. The spectacle will include Australia’s Federation Guard, a professional ceremonial unit that is manned by men and women of the Navy, Army and Air Force. The defence band will add to the pomp of the occasion in addition to the NSW Mounted Police who will provide an escort to His Excellency in a horse-drawn caleche.When 24 March 4.30pmWhere Spotless Stadium

BIG BUSH BBQNothing beats a good old-fashioned sausage sizzle… and nothing makes the snag taste as good as knowing all funds raised are going straight back to a regional community. The Big Bush BBQ is a sausage sizzle with a purpose – each day of the Show a different NSW Show Society will pick up the tongs and fire up the Barbie. You can enjoy a sausage or two knowing all money made at the BBQ will go to help our friends in the bush.When Daily 8.00am – 4.00pmWhere Davidson Plaza

CWA TEA ROOM The aroma of freshly baked scones, piping-hot tea, and the warmth of the CWA ladies who serve the delicious treats with jam and cream are a Show tradition not to be missed. Each year the CWA ladies keep a tally of how many scones are baked every day of the Show,

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competition of its kind in the world, axeman have shown their speed, balance and precision at the Show for well over a century.

Held in a purpose built stadium the competition is made up of 69 separate events and with $230,000 prize money on offer, over 240 local and international competitors compete. In addition to our Australian woodchoppers, 2018 entries include representatives from USA, New Zealand, Canada and Wales.

Incorporating 5 World Title Events, the competition is widely recognised as the ‘Wimbledon of Woodchopping’. Do not miss these events*: • World Championship Tree Felling Final: 3.50pm 30 March • World Championship Sawing Contest (Single handed): 2.50pm Saturday 24 March • World Championship Sawing Contest (Double handed): 3.00pm Sunday 25 March • World Championship Standing Block: 1.30pm Monday 2 April • The Manny McMarthy Memorial World Championship Underhand 3.10pm Saturday 31 March*Times are subject to changeWhere 23 March – 2 AprilWhere Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium

DISTRICT EXHIBIT DISPLAYSIt simply isn’t a visit to the Show without a stop to see the District Exhibits displays in the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome. The idea originated in 1876, with Courts set aside for country societies to exhibit their produce. In 1900, it became a formal Competition with prize money, trophies and, most importantly, district pride on the line. Displays are entered by five competing regions representing Southern, Northern, Western, Central NSW and

South East Queensland and comprise fresh fruit, vegetables, pulses, wool, eggs, beeswax, wine, jams, grain, bacon and more. In all, 50,000 pieces of produce are used to create the exhibits and on the final day of the Show, there is a sale offering the chance to grab a bargain whilst supporting our Australian farmers. All left-over produce is then collected by Oz Harvest and distributed out to the community.

Fresh produce can be purchased at the front of each District Exhibit every day of the Show.When Daily 9.30am – 8.30pmWhere Woolworths Fresh Food Dome

SCHOOLS DISTRICT EXHIBITS DISPLAYStop in the Dome foyer to see the Schools District Exhibit displays and you’ll be amazed by the hard work and dedication from incredibly passionate high school students. The displays may be on a smaller scale than the District Exhibits, but they are definitely planned, sourced, designed and constructed with just as much pride and enthusiasm. When Daily 9.30am – 8.30pmWhere Woolworths Fresh Food Dome

FARMYARD NURSERY Stroll along the Animal Walk and you will find the Farmyard Nursery - an open-plan indoor paddock with over 800 free-range animals you can pat. Here you’ll see playful ducklings on their waterslide, fawns, piglets, geese, donkeys and much more. Ask the carers for a brush so you can spruce up their coat while you get to know each other. To remember this special Farmyard Nursery experience, purchase a professional photo of yourself or one of the family with a beautiful baby lamb. Where Farmyard Nursery (entry via Woolworths Food Farm)


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Horse Experience where you can meet an incredible variety of breeds that call Australia home. Where New England Avenue, corner Orana Parade

BONNIE YARD DOGSAustralia’s working dogs are renowned for their precision and intelligence. See them in action at the popular Bonnie Yard Dog demonstrations in The Outback Stockman Arena. Watch as these highly-skilled dogs keep a mob of sheep on track through a series of obstacles and drills. The engaging trainers will talk you through the demonstration, providing insight into how they work with their dogs to apply their natural intelligence and herding instincts to sheep-work.Where The Outback Stockman Arena, The Daily Telegraph Paddock

BEE-ZEEBOMake a beeline for this live-action, interactive display where the Show’s friendly beekeeper will demonstrate the most intriguing facets of his work. See the inner-workings of a hive and learn how apiarists care for their bees and harvest delicious honey without a single sting. Once you’ve seen the demonstration you can ask all the questions buzzing in your head. Don’t forget to sample and purchase some liquid gold at the nearby Honeyland stand. Where Woolworths Fresh Food Dome (next to the Honeyland stand)

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP CEREMONYAt the 2018 Show, 196 conferees will take a pledge and oath to receive Australian Citizenship in an event that will create memories for a lifetime. To celebrate, the ceremony will open with Aussie-flavoured

The Show is the best of the best when it comes to entertaining whilst educating.

WOOLWORTHS FOOD FARMThe Woolworths Food Farm is designed to teach little ones where food comes from with a host of free kids’ activities like the opportunity to dig for vegetables, grind grains into flour and cooking sessions. And they’re all free with your Sydney Royal Easter Show ticket. The Woolworths Food Farm helps everyone acknowledge the importance of our farmers. So write them a little thank you note before you leave – they’ll love it. Where Woolworths Food Farm

LITTLE HANDS ON THE LANDAfter welcoming over 28,000 little farmers in 2017, once again the Daily Telegraph Paddock will be transformed into a kid-sized working farm aimed to teach 2 – 10 year olds about agriculture from crop-to-shop. Little Hands on the Land is a free activity that takes children on a journey through ten stations including a chook shed, fruit orchard, sheep shed, vegie patch, cow shed, pony barrel race and an outback tractor pull. Next stop, the farmers’ market where produce collected along the way is traded for farm dollars which can be spent at the final destination – the supermarket. When Daily Where The Daily Telegraph Paddock

SNOWY RIVER STATIONCome, horse around and learn about the Show’s most majestic creatures. Take a seat in the shade and watch as the little ones have a High Country Pony Ride or hop on the Alpine Express train which chugs around farmyard friends. Here you’ll also find the Snowy River

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entertainment, followed by a traditional Welcome to Country involving all the children in the audience. RAS Patron, His Excellency General The Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor of New South Wales will act as Presiding Officer for the Ceremony. He will be joined by Robert Ryan, President of the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW to welcome our new citizens of Australia to the Show. Everyone is welcome to watch these new citizens as they officially call Australia home. Why 196? It’s the number of years that the RAS has existed. When 27 March 10.30amWhere The Amphitheatre

AGRICHATS Agrichat is a unique insight into the world of agriculture in an informative and entertaining way, and this year will not disappoint. Delving into the important issues surrounding the future of agriculture, a panel of professionals will embark on a discussion into the depths of food waste within the Agriculture industry; from flourishing production to waste in your own home. ‘Waste not, Want not’ will highlight an important issue within our modern world and particularly within agriculture. According to the Australian Department of Environment and Energy, consumers discard nearly 3.1 million tonnes of edible food each year, while 2.2 million tonnes of waste is rejected by the commercial and industrial sector. Within our advancing industry, it is important we are aware of the part we all play. When 24 March 11.00amWhere Fashion & Style Pavilion

WOOL AUCTIONIn conjunction with the Australian Wool Exchange, a Wool Auction will be hosted at

the Sydney Royal Easter Show. And you’re invited to watch events as they unravel.

The drama and excitement of the sale is met with enthusiasm from woolgrowers, brokers and buyers – taking advantage of a fantastic opportunity to showcase their industry to the public. And you don’t have to just sit on the side lines, people from the Australian Wool Exchange and brokers will be on hand to help and answer any questions you might have during the action.

It’s anticipated there will be more than 14,500 bales offered during the two-day event with wool from across New South Wales and Queensland going under the hammer. Can they beat last year’s total of $20,560,309.33 in sales?When 27 and 28 March Where Sheep & Wool Pavilion

DAIRY FARMERS WORKING DAIRYHow do milk, butter and cheese get from grassy paddock to breakfast table? Dairy Farmers Working Dairy takes you behind-the-barn-door to see the inside workings of a modern dairy.

In this display of contemporary agricultural technology in action, you will see state-of-the-art machinery in operation, watch as cows are milked and learn how today’s dairy farmers monitor their herd for maximum performance.

Visit the Working Dairy and the nearby Dairy Farmers Milking Barn for a look at the incredible changes that present-day technology has brought to the business of agriculture.Where Dairy Farmers Working Dairy

PAT A LAMB There are Show-wide opportunities to get close to loveable farm animals and the Sheep & Wool Pavilion doesn’t disappoint


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with arguably the sweetest chance for a selfie. Here you’ll be able to cuddle up to a laid-back lamb against a gorgeous backdrop and hash tag #welovewool and #myeastershow. Smile and say, ‘baaahh’!Where Sheep & Wool Pavilion

CHOOK WASHING AND PAT A CHICKBe sure to head to the Steggles Poultry Pavilion to see some of the country’s most pampered poultry during their daily beauty routine. You’ll never guess what goes into preparing chooks for competition. Watch as the birds are lathered, fluffed and blow-dried. All the while, an experienced commentator will talk you through the demonstration which is, quite literally, all for show!

Children can then pat the friendly farmyard fowls in one of the Pat a Chick sessions which is also a great photo opportunity. Where Steggles Poultry Pavilion

CATTLE PAVILIONThe Cattle Pavilions are a hive of activity from sunrise to sundown, as Exhibitors set about preparing their stock for Show; washing, shampooing, blow-drying and clipping them.

When they are exhibiting at the Show, farmers live in the lofts above their cattle, literally breathing in everything bovine. They’re proud of their work and happy to have a yarn as you wander through.

In the first week of the Show, there will be beef cattle on display, including Herefords – the feature breed with bulls weighing an average 1,200kg! But there’s no bulls at the Show during the second week with only Dairy cows and heifers on display. When Daily 9am – 7pm*Where Orana Parade, corner New England Avenue

* Pavilion will be closed March 28 & 29 to allow for stock movements.

BE A JUNIOR FARM HANDThere are loads of free Junior Farm Hands activities in the Woolworths Food Farm that will keep kids entertained for hours. Primary School aged kids will learn all about farming and where their food comes from through hands-on interactive learning like the opportunity to mill grain, trowel through the vegetable digging plot, collect an egg from the chook house, and so much more.

Kids can also experience a slice of farm life by getting a tractor licence when they climb up onto the orange Kubota tractor or meet with NSW Farmers who will hand out Jillaroo and Jackaroo work cards if they can successfully answer some simple questions or complete a Farm Play challenge on the mini farm.Where Woolworths Food Farm

LANDSCAPING DISPLAYSTAFE NSW Landscaping students are putting on a show of their own. Stunning displays are for all to see, admire and be inspired by outside the Flower & Garden Pavilion. All year the students have been working on a real-life build, practicing skills like designing, teamwork, industry networking, problem solving, project management and working to a budget to create these unique gardens.Where Channel 9 Grand Parade, corner Showground Road

RAS FOUNDATION LAMB AUCTION This is a major fundraising event during the Show. All proceeds from the sale go toward providing scholarships to students in rural NSW so they can achieve their tertiary education goals. The RAS Foundation Charity Lamb Auction consists

of four individual lambs (four different lots), generously donated by Robert Ryan, President of the RAS and Managing Director of Schute Bell Badgery Lumby. The RAS Foundation is proud that 100% of all fundraising activities go toward enhancing education excellence and ultimately helps to build strong, vibrant communities in rural and regional NSW. When 24 March 1.30pmWhere Sheep & Wool Pavilion

ALPACA PROMENADEThis is your opportunity to take an exotic alpaca for an amble! Looking like small llamas or miniature camels with no humps, these gentle, curious animals respond well to children.

With the help of an experienced handler, you, and even smaller members of the family, can walk one of these gracious and sociable creatures around an obstacle course to get to know them better. When 29 March - 3 April Where Munro Pavilion

THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S WEEKLY THEATRE KITCHENTake a seat in the Theatre Kitchen and pick up tips, brand new recipes and even a taste of what’s cooking at the free live cooking demonstrations. Hosted by some of your favourite Australian food personalities, you’ll learn their kitchen tricks and get an insight into the dishes they love to cook and the next big thing in flavours. Ask questions, discover how to use the latest kitchen equipment and sample delicious dishes prepared right before your eyes. Nothing goes to waste in the Theatre Kitchen; even the equipment - generously donated by Euromaid – is gifted to the RAS Foundation and then presented to two at-

need NSW regional communities through the RAS Foundation Community Kitchen Grant Program following the Sydney Royal Easter Show.When 23 March – 3 April 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm, 5.00pm Where The Woolworths Fresh Food Dome

PAT A PIGThis is your opportunity to jump into the large pen and pat the cheeky, playful piglets. It’s also the perfect time for a photo. But don’t hog the limelight!

Nearby, you can see a sow with her tiny newborn litter. The farmers here are waiting, ready to answer all your questions. They’re also happy to have a laugh and share their curly pig tales. Where Pig & Goat Pavilion

YANDIAH SPINNERS & WEAVERSSo, how does wool get from the sheep’s back onto yours? You’ll find out in this display which demonstrates how wool is collected, prepared, spun and knitted into clothing.

Here you’ll also learn about other wool craft including crocheting, disk braiding and latchhook. The Yandiah ladies, who run this display every day of the Show, have volunteered their time for many years. They are tireless in their efforts to promote wool and its benefits.Where Sheep & Wool Pavilion

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Mr TortillasA truckful of tacos is yours for the taking, along with authentic burritos and fries loaded with guac, salsa and sour cream! Take a taco, choose the chicken or the beef (or the vego option) add some chips and a drink, then hand the man in the Mr Tortillas van $10. Satay BrothersFlame grilled and chargrilled, and basted with the taste of Thai street food. Satay Brothers are serving classic satay and noodles for your fast fix of Asian flavours. You can grab a side of tom yum fries with lashings of flavour for $4.90 or a Thai milk tea for the true hawker experience. The Hardstyle Kitchen From the land of the free and the home of the brave comes old-school American BBQ. Cooked long and slow the burgers are true to their roots where everything is bigger and better and loaded with extras. Stop by The Hardstyle Kitchen for sriracha mayo slaw, pulled pork, sweet bbq sauce, wood smoked brisket, pickles and more. Stroop Bros It’s not just a waffle, it’s a stroopwafel. Take two waffles, add some sticky sweet caramel to keep them together and you’ll find you’ve got yourself a traditional Dutch treat from the Stroop Bros. You know they come as a sandwich with ice cream and sprinkles too. There’s a reason stroopwafel translates to syrup waffle.. Where opposite The Stables

GRAZE: BEYOND INDIAFor contemporary cuisine from India and beyond, head to this popular eatery in Graze Alfresco Dining where samosas, curries, pakora and more are on offer. There’s even a great range of gluten free

Gourmet food to pop-up trends, there’s something for every taste and budget.

TRADITIONAL HOT JAM DONUT VANA traditional treat you just can’t walk past without thinking ‘mmm donuts’! Handmade and served hot, rolled in sugary sweet cinnamon or filled with your choice of nutella or jammy deliciousness. The Hot Jam Donut Van is at the Show for the first time, with their sweet treats in 6 packs and singles.When Daily Where President’s Plaza

EASY EATS Looking for a simple hot dog and wedges, you’re in the wrong place. But if loaded wedges and a dog with the lot will hit the spot, Easy Eats is the place to go. When Daily Where Riverina Avenue

FLUFFY CRUNCHSoft cloud like bundles of joy that look much too pretty to eat, Fluffy Crunch is brand-new to the Show and delivers fairy floss with a difference. From Unicorn Dreams to Crushed Cookies and everything in between, there’s even a Flurrito, because someone had to cross a burrito with fairy floss and make our sweet dreams come true.When Daily Where Grand Parade

FOOD TRUCK FEEDLOT Greek Street Truck Slow cooked, marinated and authentic recipes from your Greek yaya. If the flavours you crave include tzatziki, fetta and oregano and you want to put them with chicken, lamb and hot chips... make your way to the Greek Street Truck.

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and vegetarian dishes available. When Daily 10am – 8pm Where Graze, Daily Telegraph Paddock

BIANCO KITCHENWhat to do when you can’t choose between your two favourites - spaghetti or a burger… Go for the Bianco Spaghetti-Bun Burger. A Sicilian inspired meatball served on a fresh, crispy spaghetti bun. Nonna’s secret tomato sauce makes it even better! Bianco’s signature Italian dishes are on offer too. When Daily 10am – 8pm Where Graze, Daily Telegraph Paddock

GREEK STREETSlow cooked, marinated and authentic recipes from your Greek yaya. If the flavours you crave include tzatziki, fetta and oregano and you want to put them with pita bread, chicken, lamb and hot chips take a seat in in Graze for fine alfresco dining.When Daily 10am – 8pm Where Graze, Daily Telegraph Paddock

GELATO FRESCOFor gelato that is created using the traditional Italian method and is beyond delicious visit Gelato fresco. The tempting treats include fruity granita and gelato flavours of coconut, lemon, mango and more.When Daily 10am – 8pm Where Graze, Daily Telegraph Paddock

SPANTHAIThe fusion of paella with pad thai works deliciously well, catering for those who need noodles and those who would rather have rice with their stirfry. The flavours cross from garlic to sweet soy and are

freshly cooked side-by-side in enormous woks. It’s an absolute trip for your tastebuds.When Daily 10am – 8pm Where Graze, Daily Telegraph Paddock

RETURNING FAVOURITES: SNACK SHACKIf you’re searching for a quick bite on a budget, look no further than the Snack Shack. All food and drink options are under $3 making it an excellent choice for hungry families on the go.

All your favourites are here - crumbed chicken tenderloins, pizza singles, the Snack Shack pie and more.When Daily 9:30am - 8:30pm Where Spotless Stadium outer concourse under the Sydney Royal grandstand

THE CHEESE TOASTIE FACTORYAt the 2018 Show you’ll find three factories of deliciousness. All day, every day, they’ll be churning out the most staggeringly tasty toasties. For just $2, these hot, crisp, cheese-oozers are made while you wait. Grab a flavoured milk for a great value $5 meal deal. When Daily Where Woolworths Fresh Food Dome and Kids Carnival and Schmidt Arena

CWA TEA ROOM The aroma of freshly baked scones, piping-hot tea, and the warmth the CWA ladies who serve the delicious treats with jam and cream are a Show tradition not to be missed.

Nothing says Australian hospitality like the Country Women’s Association Tea Room at the Show. When Daily Where Home & Lifestyle Pavilion

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NOVELTY FOOD: DONUT PIEWhat happens when you put two all-time Show favourites together? You get a Donut Pie! It looks like a donut, but it tastes like a pie. That’s right, traditional golden pie pastry filled with tender beef, bangers & mash, spinach & fetta or dulce de leche & apple in a classic donut shape. Your eyes will play tricks on your tastebuds, but it truly is a hole lot of deliciousness.

MACSTICKA takeaway twist on a family favourite… you can have your mac & cheese on the go! It’s so easy-cheesey to enjoy the ultimate comfort food, with a delicious golden crumb, and oodles of noodles – you’re not dreaming… mac & cheese is on-a-stick!

COFFEE IN A CONEEnjoy every last perfectly brewed drop of your Instagram worthy coffee in a waffle cone. Its true, each cone is carefully coated with chocolate making it leak proof… ignore the temptation to bite and let the chocolate melt through the coffee for a taste sensation too good to miss.

CHEESECAKE ON A STICKDecadence has a new friend and that friend is Cheesecake on a Stick. The ultimate grown-up dessert, it is so familiar but so deliciously different and the most adult sweet treat available at the Show. Spoil your tastebuds with a hand-dipped cheesecake and you’ll never eat from a plate again!

STROOP COOKIE ICE CREAM SANDWICHCustom made to order, these giant cookie ice cream sandwiches make Willy Wonka look like a bore. With sauce, sprinkles, toppings, caramel, choc chips and more, you’ll definitely need two hands and a craving for sweet indulgence.

SPAGHETTI-BUN BURGERWhat to do when you can’t choose between your two favourites - spaghetti or a burger… Go for the Bianco Spaghetti-Bun Burger. A Sicilian inspired meatball served on a fresh, crispy spaghetti bun. Nonna’s secret tomato sauce makes it even better!

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TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Queanbeyan Davidson Plaza J17

8:00am to 9.30am Sydney Royal Flower & Garden Show Dahlias Judging Flower & Garden Pavilion L9

8:00am to 4.00pm Sydney Royal Meat & Dual Purpose Sheep Show Australian White Judging Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14

9:30am to 8.30pm District Exhibits Display Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

9:30am to 5pm Sydney Royal Rat & Mouse Show Judging Pet Pavilion R6

9:30am to 6.00pm Little Hands on the Land The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

11:00am to 12.00pm Heritage Pavilion Tour Heritage Pavilion T12

11:00am and at 12.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm Cattle Experience Snowy River Station K17

11:00am and at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm Snowy River Horse Experience Snowy River Station K17

12:00pm to 2.30pm The ALPA Young Auctioneers Competition - State & National Finals The Amphitheatre K15

4:00pm to 4.40pm The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen with Australian Eggs - Demonstrations Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

4:40pmto 5.00pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition 375mm Ladies Double Handed Sawing Championship - Finals

Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium Q9

8.45pm to 9.00pm 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show Fireworks Finale Spotless Stadium O14

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8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Bellingen & Dorrigo Davidson Plaza J17

9:00am to 7.00pm Junior Farm Hand Session Woolworths Food Farm E20

9:00am to 7.00pm Farmyard Nursery Dairy Farmers Working Dairy G20

9:30am to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Arts & Crafts Show Arts & Crafts Pavilion M9

9:30am to 8.00pm Heritage Exhibition Heritage Pavilion T12

10:00am and at 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm, 5.00pm Dairy Farmers Working Dairy Dairy Farmers Working Dairy G20

10:30am and at 11.30am Despicable Me 3TM The Amphitheatre K15

12:15pm to 1.00pm Police Dog Demonstrations ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion T8

12:30pmto 12.50pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition 300mm Ladies Single Handed Sawing Championship


3:25pm to 4.20pm Sydney Royal Horse Show World Championship Campdraft Round 2 Spotless Stadium O14

5:20pm to 5.55pm Grand Parade Spotless Stadium O14

6:30pm to 7.35pm Sydney Royal Rodeo Series The Federation Challenge Spotless Stadium O14

8:40pm to 8.45pm Showtime Freestyle MotoX Team Spotless Stadium O14

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TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8.00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Milton & Newcastle Davidson Plaza J17

9:30am to 5.00pm CATSANTM Sydney Royal Cat Show Pet Pavilion R6

9:30am to 8.30pm TAFE NSW Landscaping Flower & Garden Forecourt K9

10:00am and at 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.30pm, 4.00pm, 5.30pm Sheep Shearing The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

10:30am and at 12.30pm, 2.30pm, 4.30pm Live Bee Demonstrations and Honey Tasting Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

10:45am and at 11.30am, 12.15pm, 1.00pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4.00pm, 4.45pm, 5.30pm La Petite Grande The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

11:00am to 11.25am Dreamworks Trolls The Amphitheatre K15

11:00am to 11.30am Rescue Dog Show Pet Pavilion R6

11:00am and at 12.00pm,2.00pm The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

11:30am and at 1.30pm, 3.30pm Fashion Parade Fashion & Style Pavilion O8

2:00pm to 4.00pm RAS Rural Achiever Award Public Speaking Showcase The Amphitheatre K15

3:30pm to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Merino Sheep Show Bruce Merriman Memorial Trophy Judging Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14

6:30pm to 7.35pm Sydney Royal Rodeo Series The Federation Challenge Spotless Stadium O14

TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Walcha Davidson Plaza J17

9:00am to 7.00pm NSW Poultry Club Display Steggles Poultry Pavilion G13

9:30am to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Arts & Crafts Show Arts & Crafts Pavilion M9

9:30am to 8.30pm The Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge Flower & Garden Pavilion L9

10:00am to 10.25am Nick Jr’s PAW Patrol The Amphitheatre K15

11:00am and at 12.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm, 5.00pm Dairy Farmers Milking Barn The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

11:00am to 12.00pm Heritage Pavilion Tour Heritage Pavilion T12

11:00am and at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm, 3.00pm, 4.00pm Kids Cooking with Australian Eggs Woolworths Food Farm E20

12:25pm to 4.15pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Australian Stock Horses Time Trial Schmidt Arena O19

2:00pm to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Angora Goat Show Goat Paraders Pig & Goat Pavilion F17

2:15pm to 3.00pm Sydney Royal Cattle Show Beef Championships Hordern Trophy Judging Cattle Judging Lawn H18

3:30pm to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Merino Sheep Show Supreme Merino Exhibit Judging Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14

6:30pm to 9.30pm The Edge Silent Disco The Amphitheatre K15


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TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - St Ives & Wagga Davidson Plaza J17


9:30am to 8.00pm Heritage Exhibition Heritage Pavilion T12

9:30am to 7.00pm Pigs All Breeds Display Pig & Goat Pavilion F17

9:30am to 5.00pm ADVANCETM Sydney Royal Dog Show ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion T8

9:30am to 8.30pm Woolworths Kitchen Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

10:30am to 5.00pm Wool Auction Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14

10:30am and at 1.30pm, 3.00pm, 4.30pm, 6.00pm Yard Dogs The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

12:00pm to 2.00pm Young Junior Farm Challenge Schmidt Arena O19

12:20pm DMax Precision Team Driving Spotless Stadium O14

10:30am The RAS/ASC Merino Fleece Young Judges Competition State Final Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14

7:45pm to 8.20pm The Greatest Easter Show Spectacular Spotless Stadium O14

8:45pm to 9.00pm 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show Fireworks Finale Spotless Stadium O14

TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Taree Davidson Plaza J17

9:30am to 5.00pm Derivan Children’s Painting Activity Arts & Crafts Pavilion M9

9:30am to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Rabbit Show Pet Pavilion R6


10:45am and at 11.30am, 12.15pm, 1.00pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4.00pm, 4.45pm, 5.30pm La Petite Grande The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

11:00am to 11.25am Dreamworks Trolls The Amphitheatre K15

11:30am Show Legend Presentation TBC TBC

12:00pm and at 2.00pm Commonwoof Games Pet Pavilion R6

1:00pm to 1.40pm The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen with Sydney Fish Markets Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

5:20pm to 6.25pm SydneyRoyal Rodeo Series The Federation Challenge Spotless Stadium O14

5:30pm to 6.00pm Sheep Shearing The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

6:30pm to 7.35pm Sydney Royal Horse Show World Championship Campdraft Final & Presentation Spotless Stadium O14



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TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Dubbo Davidson Plaza J17

9:30am to 5.00pm ADVANCETM Sydney Royal Dog Show ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion T8

9:30am to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Cavy Show Pet Pavilion R6

9:30am to 6:30pm Farmyard Nursery Farmyard Nursery F22

9:30am to 6:30pm Little Hands on the Land The Daily Telegraph Paddock H6

9:30am to 5.10pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition General Classes Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium Q9

9:30am to 7.00pm Pigs All Breeds Display Pig & Goat Pavilion F17

11:00am to late The Stables The Stables T13

11:20am to 3.50pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Hunter Hacks Spotless Stadium O14

3:00pm to 3.40pm The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen with Steggles Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

3:30pm and at 4.30pm Sheep Shearing Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14



TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Coffs Harbour Davidson Plaza J17

9:00am to 7.00pm Chicken Hatching Display Steggles Poultry Pavilion G13

9:30am to 8.00pm Kewpie Doll Making Heritage Pavilion T12

9:30am to 6.10pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition General Classes Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium Q9

9:30am to 7.00pm Sydney Royal Poultry Show Champions Steggles Poultry Pavilion G13

10:00am and at 2.00pm, 4.00pm International Alpaca Shearing Competition Cattle & Alpaca Pavilion K20

10:30am and at 11.30am Despicable Me 3TM The Amphitheatre K15

10:00am and at 11am, 12pm Kids Cooking with Australian Eggs Woolworths Food Farm E20

10:30am to 11am Live Bee Demonstrations and Honey Tasting Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

10:50am to 2.50pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Equestrian Vaulting Schmidt Arena O19

11:00am and at 12.00pm, 2.00pm, The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

5:20pm to 5.50pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Tentpegging Spotless Stadium O14



SATURDAY SUNDAYDAILY TIMETABLESDAILY TIMETABLES

31 MARCH 2018 1 APRIL 2018

TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Picton & Cootamundra Davidson Plaza J17

8:00am to 9.30am Sydney Royal Flower & Garden Show Australian Native Plants Judging Flower & Garden Pavilion L9

9:00am to 7.00pm Farmyard Nursery Farmyard Nursery F22

9:30am to 5.00pm Airedale Terrier Association of NSW Specialty Show Judging ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion T8


9:30am to 8.30pm District Exhibits Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

10:20am to 4.40pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Showjumping Spotless Stadium O14

11:00am to late The Stables - Show Stopper Beer The Stables T13

1:10pmto 1.30pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition 250mm Junior (under 18yrs) Standing Block Championship FInal


10:00am and at 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm Working Dairy Display Dairy Farmers Working Dairy G20

4:05pm to 5.05pm Young Farmer Challenge State Final Schmidt Arena O19


8:45pm to 9pm 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show Fireworks Finale Spotless Stadium O14

TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Gulargambone Davidson Plaza J17

9:00am and at 11.30am, 3.00pm Walk an Alpaca Cattle & Alpaca Pavilion K20

9:30am to 8:30pm District Exhibits Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

9:30am to 7.00pm Sow & Litter Display Pig & Goat Pavilion F17

10:00am to 10.30am Farmer Dave’s Petacular Pet Pavilion R6

11:30am and at 1.30pm, 3.30pm Fashion Parade Fashion & Style Pavilion O8

12:30pm to 1.15pm Police Dog Display ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion M6

2:00pm to 2.30pm Ready Steady Flowers Flower & Garden Pavilion L9

4:50pm to 5.10pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition Under 21yrs State Teams Relay Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium Q9

5:00pm to 5.40pm The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen with Kikkoman Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

6:30pm to 7.35pm Sydney Royal Rodeo Series State of Origin Spotless Stadium O14




MONDAY TUESDAYDAILY TIMETABLESDAILY TIMETABLES

2 APRIL 2018 3 APRIL 2018

TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - Ardlethan & Gresford Davidson Plaza J17

8:00am to 9.30am Sydney Royal Flower & Garden Show Bridal Flower & Garden Pavilion L9

9:30am to 5.00pm Sydney Royal Frog & Reptile Show Pet Pavilion R6

9:30am to 8:30pm District Exhibits Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

10:00am and at 1.00pm Pat A chick Steggles Poultry Pavilion G13

11:00am to late The Stables - Show Stopper Beer The Stables T13

11:00am to 9.00pm Sydney Royal Corner Store The Stables T13

1:30pm to 1.50pm Sydney Royal Woodchopping & Sawing Competition 375mm World Championship Standing Block Channel 9 Woodchop Stadium Q9

2:30pm ADVANCETM Sydney Royal Dog Show - Best in Show ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion T8

4:00pm to 4.50pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Showjumping Grand Prix Spotless Stadium O14

5:50pm to 6.15pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Police Musical Ride Spotless Stadium O14



TIME EVENT LOCATION MAP8:00am to 4.00pm Big Bush BBQ - RASF & Nowra Davidson Plaza J17

9:00am to 5.00pm ADVANCETM Sydney Royal Dog Show Novice Agility ADVANCETM Dog Pavilion T8

9:30am to 8.30pm District Exhibits Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6


10:00am to 10.25am Nick Jrs PAW Patrol The Amphitheatre K15

10:45am to 3.45pm Sydney Royal Horse Show Pony Club Inter Area Team Sporting Schmidt Arena O19

11:00am and at 12.00pm, 2.00pm The Australian Women’s Weekly Theatre Kitchen Woolworths Fresh Food Dome M6

11:00am Cattle Experience Snowy River Station K17

1:00pm and at 2.30pm, 4.00pm, 5.00pm, 6.00pm Pat A Lamb Sheep & Wool Pavilion H14

1:00pm and at 3.00pm,4pm Pat A Pig Pig & Goat Pavilion F17

6:30pm to 7.35pm Sydney Royal Rodeo Series State of Origin Spotless Stadium O14



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MERINO SECTION – MEDIUM WOOLWhen you’re in the Sheep Pavilion look for the Australian Medium Merino – our feature wool breed for 2018. Medium wool types are the main Merino representative and are found throughout NSW, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. The sheep are large framed and plain bodied, producing a heavy fleece which is soft handling and of good colour, whilst also being hard wearing. Medium wool is used mainly for light suiting and knitwear.

CATTLE SECTION In 2018, the Cattle section feature breed is Hereford, found all throughout Australia and recognised for their docile temperament and low feed requirements. They were first imported into Australia to Hobart in 1826, not reaching the mainland until 1827, with further importations being made in the 1840s. The Hereford colour is characteristic, with the body colour varying from rust brown to a deep rich red. Face, crest, dewlap, underline, switch and legs below the hocks are characteristically white.

ARTS & CRAFTS Delicate features carefully hand-painted, intricate stitching and soft felt noses, fluff and fur and velvet accessories… the 2018 Arts & Crafts Show feature display is Dolls & Toys. You’ll be amazed by the porcelain dolls, crochet toys and teddy bears that have been made with love and care by Arts & Crafts enthusiasts. You may even discover how to ‘make’ a new friend for yourself.

POULTRY SECTION When you’re in the Steggles Poultry Pavilion, look for the 2018 feature breeds. Highlighting Field & Forest, this year the spotlight falls on Turkeys, Jungle Fowl and Guinea Fowl.

Turkeys love to wander but they are easily tamed and have a gentle temperament. Although they can fly when young, at maturity they are usually too large to get far off the ground. Thought to be the wild ancestor of all domestic poultry, Jungle Fowl are a very productive food source of both meat and eggs, laying a clutch of 5-8 eggs at a time.

Guinea Fowl are a peculiar bird, they will protect your garden from bugs and sing you a sweet song but they are also a very determined bird and produce less than 100 eggs a year. SHEEP SECTION Introducing the Hampshire Down as the 2018 Sydney Royal Sheep Meat and Dual Purpose Feature Breed. The Hampshire Down is a breed that evolved in response to the need for more and more meat in the mid 1800s and arrived in Australia in the late 1860s. The Hampshire Down not only produces a springy, medium staple wool, but was bred for its fast growing/maturing prime lambs. The fibre is soft and can be used for near and next to near skin items including socks, hats, mittens, gloves, etc. This is a strong reliable breed with face, ears and legs of a rich dark brown and white medium wool covering the body.

DAILY TIMETABLES

2018 FEATURE BREEDS

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MAJOR EVENT BUS DESTINATION BUS ROUTE SOPA BUS TERMINAL

ANNANDALE (The Crescent before Chapman Rd) 2 Aquatic

BANGOR (Bangor Tavern and Shops) 6 Plaza

BANKSTOWN (Rookwood Rd before Liverpool Rd) 6 Plaza

BANKSTOWN (Centro Bankstown Appian Way Set Down) 6 Plaza

BANKSTOWN (Fairford Rd after Stacey St) 6 Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd before Charles St) 5A Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Baulkham Hills College, Old Northern Rd 5A Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd before Charles St) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd after Seven Hills Rd) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd at Coronation Rd) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd opp Roxborough Park Rd) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd opp The Hills Private Hospital) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Windsor Rd opp Parsonage Rd) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Norwest Bvd after Brookhollow Wy) 5B Plaza

BAULKHAM HILLS (Norwest Bvd before Brookhollow Wy) 5B Plaza

BEACON HILL (Warringah Rd before Willandra Rd) 1A Aquatic

BELLA VISTA (Norwest Bvd before Westwood Wy) 5B Plaza

BELLA VISTA (Norwest Bvd before Elizabeth Macarthur Cr) 5B Plaza

BELLA VISTA (Lexington Dr before Celebration Dr) 5B Plaza

BEVERLY HILLS (King Georges Rd at Norfolk Av) 7 Plaza

BEXLEY (Bexley Rd opp Godwin St) 4 Aquatic

BEXLEY NORTH (Bexley Rd after Slade Rd) 4 Aquatic

BLAKEHURST (Princes Hwy before Bunyala St) 7 Plaza

BRIGHTON (Bay St before Moate Av) 4 Aquatic

BRIGHTON (General Holmes Dr before Bestic St) 4 Aquatic

CAMPSIE (Beamish St at Clissold Pde) 4 Aquatic

CARINGBAH (Endeavour High, The Boulevard) 7 Plaza

CARLINGFORD (Pennant Hills Rd opp Carlingford Ct Shopping Centre) 8 Plaza

CARLINGFORD (Pennant Hills Rd before North Rocks Rd) 8 Plaza

CASTLE HILL (Castle Hill Interchange, Old Castle Hill Rd, Stand A) 5A Plaza

CASTLE HILL (Les Shore Pl before Pennant St) 5A Plaza

CASTLE HILL (Carrington Rd after Middleton Rd) 5A Plaza

CASTLE HILL (New Line Rd before David Rd) 8 Plaza

CHATSWOOD (Fullers Rd after Greville St) 1A Aquatic

CHERRYBROOK (New Line Rd opp Cedarwood Dr) 8 Plaza


CHERRYBROOK (Macquarie Dr before Shepherds Dr 8 Plaza

CHERRYBROOK (Macquarie Dr nr Girl Guides Hall) 8 Plaza/Allphones

COLLAROY (Pittwater Rd at Ocean Gr) 1A Aquatic

COLLAROY (Pittwater Rd after Collaroy St) 1A Aquatic

CROYDON PARK (Georges River Rd after Portland St) 4 Aquatic

DEE WHY (Pittwater Rd at St Davids Av) 1A Aquatic

DEE WHY (Pittwater Rd before South Creek Rd) 1A Aquatic

DRUMMOYNE (Victoria Rd before Lyons Rd) 2 Aquatic

DRUMMOYNE (Victoria Rd at Day St) 2 Aquatic

DURAL (Old Northern Rd after Stonelea Ct) 8 Plaza

DURAL (Old Northern Rd before Derriwong Rd) 8 Plaza

DURAL (Dural Golf Driving Range New Line Rd) 8 Plaza

EASTGARDENS (Westfield Eastgardens, Bunnerong Rd) 4 Aquatic

ERMINGTON Shops (Victoria Rd at Spurway St) 8 Plaza

FOREST LODGE (Minogue Cr before Wigram Rd) 2 Aquatic

FORESTVILLE (Warringah Rd before Ferguson St) 1A Aquatic

FRENCHS FOREST (Warringah Rd opp Forest High School) 1A Aquatic

GLADESVILLE (Morrison Rd before Tennyson Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLADESVILLE (Victoria Rd at Monash Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLADESVILLE (Victoria Rd at Pittwater Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLADESVILLE (Pittwater Rd before Ryde Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLEBE (Wigram Rd at Glebe Point Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLEBE (Glebe Point Rd at Toxteth Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLEBE (Glebe Point, Federal Rd) 2 Aquatic

GLENHAVEN (Old Northern Rd after Glenhaven Rd) 8 Plaza

GREENACRE (Chullora Public School, Waterloo Rd) 7 Plaza

GREENACRE (Waterloo Rd before Juno Pde) 7 Plaza

HUNTERS HILL (Ryde Rd before Figtree Rd) 2 Aquatic

HUNTERS HILL (Gladesville Rd before Joubert St) 2 Aquatic

HURSTVILLE (Butler Rd at Woniora Rd) 7 Plaza

ILLAWONG (Blaxland Dr after Old Illawarra Rd) 6 Plaza

ILLAWONG (Menai High School Gerald Rd) 6 Plaza

INGLESIDE (Mona Vale Rd before Chiltern Rd) 1B Aquatic

KELLYVILLE (Burns T-Way) 5B Plaza

KELLYVILLE (Riley T-Way) 5B Plaza

KINGSGROVE (Bexley Rd at William St) 4 Aquatic


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MACQUARIE PARK (Epping Rd before Wicks Rd) 1A Aquatic

MACQUARIE PARK (Delhi Rd opp North Ryde Station) 1A Aquatic

MACQUARIE PARK (Lane Cove Rd before Talavera Rd) 1B Aquatic

MAROUBRA (Maroubra Rd after Bunnerong Rd) 4 Aquatic

MAROUBRA (Maroubra Rd at Anzac Pde) 4 Aquatic

MAROUBRA (Maroubra Rd after Malabar Rd) 4 Aquatic

MAROUBRA (Maroubra Beach Set Down Only) 4 Aquatic

MASCOT (King St at Botany Rd) 4 Aquatic

MENAI (Old Illawarra Rd opp Bradman Rd) 6 Plaza

MENAI (Parc Menai Footbridge N, Menai Rd) 6 Plaza

MENAI (Menai Rd opp Aquinas Catholic College) 6 Plaza

MIRANDA (Bellingara Rd Netball Courts) 7 Plaza

MIRANDA (Wandella Rd after The Boulevarde) 7 Plaza

MIRANDA (Miranda Interchange, Kiora Rd - Stand 3) 7 Plaza

MONA VALE (Park St at Harketh St) 1B Aquatic

MONA VALE (Pittwater Rd before Rowan St) 1B Aquatic

MONA VALE (Pittwater Rd before Coronation St) 1B Aquatic

NARRABEEN (Pittwater Rd at Goodwin St) 1A Aquatic

NARRABEEN (Pittwater Rd before Waterloo St) 1A Aquatic

NARRAWEENA (Warringah Rd before Alfred St) 1A Aquatic

NORTH RYDE (Lane Cove Rd before Ford St) 1A Aquatic

NORTH RYDE (Lane Cove Rd before Ford St) 1B Aquatic

NORTHMEAD (Windsor Rd at Northmead Av) 5A Plaza

NORTHMEAD (Windsor Rd at Northmead Av) 5B Plaza

PADSTOW (Padstow Station, Howard Rd) 6 Plaza

PAGEWOOD (Wentworth Av after Bay St) 4 Aquatic

PUTNEY (Morrison Rd opp Delange Rd) 2 Aquatic

PYMBLE (Ryde Rd at Shaddock Av) 1B Aquatic

PYMBLE (Mona Vale Rd at Telegraph Rd) 1B Aquatic

RHODES (Concord Rd at Cavell Av) 1A Aquatic

RHODES (Concord Rd at Cavell Av) 1B Aquatic

RHODES (Concord Rd at Cavell Av) 2 Aquatic

ROCKDALE (Bay St before Cameron St) 4 Aquatic

ROSELANDS (Roselands Dr opp Lantern Club) 7 Plaza

ROSEVILLE (Boundary St at Archbold Rd) 1A Aquatic

ROSEVILLE CHASE (Babbage Rd before Park Av) 1A Aquatic


ROUSE HILL (Merriville T-Way) 5B Plaza

ROUSE HILL (Sanctuary T-Way) 5B Plaza

ROUSE HILL (Tempus St after White Hart Dr) 5B Plaza

ROZELLE (Victoria Rd after Darling St) 2 Aquatic

ROZELLE (Victoria Rd opp Hornsey St) 2 Aquatic

RYDE (Church St before Well St) 1A Aquatic

RYDE (Devlin St at Blaxland Rd) 1A Aquatic

RYDE (Lane Cove Rd before Quarry Rd) 1A Aquatic

RYDE (Church St before Well St) 1B Aquatic

RYDE (Devlin St at Blaxland Rd) 1B Aquatic

RYDE (Lane Cove Rd before Quarry Rd) 1B Aquatic

RYDE (Belmore St after Thistle St) 2 Aquatic

SOUTH HURSTVILLE (Connells Point Rd before King Georges Rd) 7 Plaza

ST IVES (Mona Vale Rd after Memorial Av) 1B Aquatic

ST IVES (Mona Vale Rd after Link Rd) 1B Aquatic

ST IVES (Mona Vale Rd opp Brigidine College) 1B Aquatic

ST IVES (Mona Vale Rd before Kitchener St) 1B Aquatic

STRATHFIELD (The Boulevarde at Liverpool Rd) 4 Aquatic

SYLVANIA (Port Hacking Rd before Melrose Av) 7 Plaza

SYLVANIA (Bellingara Rd after Port Hacking Rd) 7 Plaza

TELOPEA (Evans Rd at Telopea Shops) 8 Plaza

TERREY HILLS (Booralie Rd before McCarrs Creek Rd) 1B Aquatic

WARRIEWOOD (Pittwater Rd at Arnott Cr) 1A Aquatic

WARRIEWOOD (Pittwater Rd at Arnott Cr) 1B Aquatic

WEST PENNANT HILLS (Pennant Hills Rd after Aiken Rd) 8 Plaza

WEST PENNANT HILLS (Pennant Hills Rd after Aiken Rd) 8 Plaza

WILEY PARK (Wiley Park Station, King Georges Rd) 7 Plaza

WINSTON HILLS (Windsor Rd after Churchill Dr) 5A Plaza

WINSTON HILLS (The Willows Retirement Village, Windsor Rd) 5A Plaza

WINSTON HILLS (Windsor Rd after Churchill Dr) 5B Plaza

WINSTON HILLS (The Willows Retirement Village, Windsor Rd) 5B Plaza

WOOLOOWARE (Southern Cross Group Stadium, Captain Cook Drive) 7 Plaza

WORONORA (Menai Rd at Prices Cct) 6 Plaza

YAGOONA (Rookwood Rd before Brunker Rd) 6 Plaza


NOTESAnimal Walk

Alpacas (30 March-3 April)

CattleBeef & Steer (23-27 March)Dairy (30 March-3 April)

Pet PavilionAviary Birds (26-27 March)Cats (24-25 March, 30 March-1 April)Rats & Mice (23 March)Rabbits (28 March)Frogs & Reptiles (2-3 April)Cavy - Guinea Pigs (29 March)

Bars

Big Bush BBQ

Food Outlet

Food Truck Feed Lot

Seating

Snack Shack

Day Circus Street Parade (4:00pm - 4:45pm)

Night Circus Street Parade (6:00pm - 6:45pm)

Live Entertainment

Rides & Carnival

Showbags

Centre for Agricultural Excellence

Arts & Crafts Pavilion

District Exhibits

Fashion & Style Pavilion

Flower & Garden Pavilion

Glamping in The Daily Telegraph Paddock

Home & Lifestyle Pavilion

Honey Competition & Bee-zeebo

Little Hands on the Land

Farm of the Future

Woodchop (23 March-2 April)

Heritage Pavilion

RASF Ag Bag

ATM

Bus TerminalPlaza Terminal: Routes 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 8 P5A Car Park ShuttleAquatic Terminal Routes 1A, 1B, 2, 4 P4 Car Park Shuttle

Chemist

Customer Service Centre

eVoucher Redemption

Fire Station

First Aid

Information Booth

Locker Hire

Lost Persons

Meeting Point

Members’ Service Centre

Parking

Phone Charging Station

Police

Prayer Room

Reserved Seating

Security

Smoking Zone

Stroller Hire

TAB

Taxi Rank

Toilets

Accessible toilets

Parents’ Room

Wheelchair Hire

Drop Off and Pick Up(no parking) Is on Dawn Fraser Ave - from Olympic Blvd to Edwin Flack Ave . There is no parking or waiting.

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CORPORATESUITES & SKYDECKMEDIA

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WOOLWORTHS FRESH FOOD DOME

WOOLWORTHS FRESH FOOD DOME

LITTLE HANDSON THE LAND

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LEGEND: FACILITIES:

FAST FACTS

These facts and figures have been developed to give you at-a-glance information about the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS).

• The RAS represents far more than the world famous Sydney Royal Easter Show, it is the over-arching body for all events held across the 30-hectare Sydney Showground site year-round.

• In 2016, the RAS invested more than $6 million in competitions and programs that support sustainable agricultural development and educate the community about food, fibre and farming.

• The RAS generates a total economic contribution in excess of $617 million towards the New South Wales economy each year.

• The RAS Foundation has invested more than $2.4 million into country NSW through a range of targeted grants and scholarships.

• The RAS Foundation has provided support to over 300 scholarship students in rural and regional NSW.

• The RAS engages with over 3,500 schools to deliver education resources to teach young people about food origins, food security and career pathways into agriculture.

• Events held at Sydney Showground welcome over 1.7 million visitors each year.

• Sydney Showground was awarded Best Achievement in Venue Management at the Australian Event Awards in 2016.

• Spotless Stadium has been voted Australia’s best AFL venue for match day and customer experience for the second year in a row.

• Sydney Royal competitions attract over 35,000 entries recognising the best of the best including Sydney Royal Easter Show exhibits, and Wine, Dairy and Fine Food competitions held across the calendar year.

• The RAS’ Australasian Animal Registry (AAR) is the largest not-for-profit animal registration and recovery service in Australasia, currently maintaining the records of more than 2 million animals.

CONTACTS

Roger White, RASManager, Public Relations M: 0478 092 425 E: [email protected]

Nicola Dalby, RAS Communications CoordinatorM: 0434 579 906E: [email protected]

Justine Pirie, Cox Inall CommunicationsM: 0435 325 954E: [email protected]

Charlotte Thomson, Cox Inall CommunicationsM: 0428 374 985E: [email protected]

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