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2026 Feature Breeds

Merino: Medium Wool
Meat and Dual Purpose: Border Leicester

Exhibitor Manual

All Exhibitors are issued with an Exhibitor Manual prior to the Show, this is recieved in the post. The Exhibitor Manual contains information relevant to Exhibitor's time on site and their specific Competition. It covers topics such as precinct access, entry passes and paperwork required, parking and passes, arrival and access times, event details and information, loading and unloading details and Exhibitor amenities.

Competition Timetable

Key dates for the 2026 Sheep & Fleece Show can be found on our Key Dates & Schedule page. Further information is outlined in the Competition Schedule.

Online entries

Open Late November 2025 and close 11 February 2026
Enquiries relating to entries may be sent to sheep@rasnsw.com.au    

Substitutions

Substitutions can be done via the MyRAS portal, please click here to access.
For further information regarding substitutions, please see the Competition Schedule.

Withdrawals

Withdrawals can be done via the MyRAS portal, please click here to access. For further information regarding withdrawals, please see the Competition Schedule.

Parking

The RAS is pleased to offer limited parking to Exhibitors in our Sheep competitions this is available for purchase at the time of entry. Parking for floats, vans, and trucks is available along with long-term parking for cars and other small vehicles. Parking must be ordered and paid for at time of Entry.

There are also many parking stations located in Sydney Olympic Park. For more information call Sydney Olympic Park Parking on 02 9714 7077 or visit www.secureparking.com.au/sop.

Health Declaration Forms

As part of the requirement to manage biosecurity of exhibits entered into the Sheep Show, the following completed and signed forms must be uploaded at time of entry. Exhibitors packs will not be mailed out until these are received. These can be found via the link below:
https://www.farmbiosecurity.com.au/toolkit/declarations-and-statements/

Please also ensure you complete a National Vendor Declaration (NVD) prior to arrival at the Showground.

How do I order sheep feed?

Glenorie Stockfeeds is the official supplier of fodder for the 2024 Sydney Royal Easter Show. An order form will be included in your Exhibitor Pack. The RAS will provide an initial half bale of straw bedding in each pen. Exhibitors will be responsible for spreading such straw. Exhibitors will be allocated tickets to redeem further straw during the Show.

Contact: Michael and Michelle Estephan
Pre-Show orders, phone: 02 9652 0291
During Show orders, phone: 0404 335 555
Email: info@glenoriestockfeeds.com.au

Accommodation Options Near Sydney Olympic Park

There are a number of accommodation options available if you'd like to stay near Sydney Showground. To view these options click here.

Privacy Information

Information provided by Exhibitors is primarily used to organise, process and conduct Competitions. This includes relevant information being made available to relevant bodies, to breed societies, to promote the event in the media and to facilitate storage of the information in the RAS Archive.

The RAS Privacy Policy is available at https://www.rasnsw.com.au. Exhibitors have the right of access to and alteration of their personal information, and may lodge a complaint by contacting the RAS Privacy Officer on (02) 9704 1111, or by writing to the RAS, Locked Bag 4317 Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127.

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW gratefully acknowledges donations, prizes, and trophies awarded throughout the Sheep & Fleece Show at the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show from the following:

Sponsor

Australian Wool Innovation

Supporters

Merino

NSW Stud Merino Breeders' Association Ltd
Schute Bell Badgery Lumby
TA Field Estates Pty Ltd

Meat & Dual Purpose Breeds

Australian Poll Dorset Association - NSW Branch
Australian Stud Sheep Breeders Association - NSW Branch
Central Western Region of the APDA
NSW Border Leicester Sheep Breeders Association Inc
Valais Blacknose Australia Ltd
Valais Blacknose Sheep Society of Australia Inc.

Sheep Fleece

Australian Wool Exchange Ltd
Schute Bell Badgery Lumby
The Hon Katrina Hodgkinson

School Classes

Schools have the opportunity to showcase their students' husbandry skills and breeding achievements by exhibiting sheep bred or owned under their school’s registered stud in the Sydney Royal Meat & Dual Purpose Show School Classes. Participation is free, making it an accessible and exciting way to celebrate agricultural education.

School Exhibitors for the Sheep Competition are required to meet the following criteria:

• Entered Sheep must be bred or owned under the School's registered Stud.
• Exhibits must have entered and competed in a Single Class or a Pairs Class at the 2026 Sydney Royal Sheep and Fleece Show - Meat & Dual Purpose Breeds.
• Exhibits must be housed at the nominated School for a minimum of 3 months prior to Competition.
• To be eligible to Exhibit a school must have a minimum of two Sheep registered under the School's stud name.
• Meat & Dual Purpose Sheep Handler's Competition

Showcase your sheep-handling skills in this exciting and supportive competition! Tailored to help participants develop and refine their animal handling and husbandry abilities, this event provides a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and challenge yourself. With a fun and friendly atmosphere, competitors can engage in a spirited yet supportive environment, gaining valuable experience while connecting with peers who share a passion for livestock management.

• Class H001: Handlers aged 10 to under 14 years
• Class H002: Handlers aged 14 to under 20 years