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Reconstructing Mr Booth - RAS Times Feature
Beautifully preserved Member passes from the 19th century have made their way back to the RAS. We discover who owned them and what Membership of the Society meant in his day.
Ribbons Heritage Highlight
History of RAS Ribbons Since 1869, and quite possibly before, the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW has awarded ribbons. That year a notice was printed in the horse catalogue standardising colours – red tickets and ribbons were to indicate first place; blue was for...
Ribbons Royale - RAS Times Feature
A celebration of the Sydney Royal ribbon and what it means to competitors. Such a humble token really, but concentrated in it is the recognition by expert judges, the folks who ought to know, of what it takes to win: hard work, patience, skill and...
Rick Jones Harness Parader Bush Tele Feature
Harness drivers turn back time Spectators at the Commonwealth Bank Arena were transported back in time today as the Light and Heavy Harness Parades showcased vintage wagons from as far back as 1911. These impeccably restored carriages represent a labour of love for drivers...
Ringmaster Heritage Highlight
History of the Ringmaster The role of ringmaster was first officially recognised in 1901 at a time when horse events were becoming more varied and mixed competitions, like sheepdog trials and bicycle races, were added to the ring. Mr JH Sullivan was the first appointee but...
Ringmasters
Ringmasters 2022-2024 - James Angus 2016-2021 – John C Bennett 2013-2015 – W A (Bill) Picken 1996-2012 – Lorance R J Angus 1990-1995 – Arthur W Bragg 1985-1989 – Roger C A Wotton 1960-1984 – J K (Jim) Mackay 1954-1959 – Phillip...
Roger Williams
Since the early days of the Royal Easter Show the coming together of remarkable people from all walks of life and from all parts of the country has made the Show into the remarkable institution it has become . Roger Williams was a David Jones display artist who started working...
Ron Rheinberger
A n iconic feature of the Show since 1900, today the District Exhibits t ake the form of enormous pictorial displays made of fresh produce that highlight a message or theme . Ron Rheinberger was involved with the District Exhibits since the 1930s and talks here about one...
Royal Visit 2014 Bush Tele Feature
The Sydney Royal Easter Show will live up to its name today, when the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, William and Catherine, arrive to continue the Royal Family’s tradition of attending the Show. Since 1927, when the Duke and Duchess of York became the first members...
Royal Visits to the RES
Royal Visits have always been an exciting and auspicious occasion.