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POSTED ON 01 October 2025
Green-thumb locals encouraged to enter Sydney based garden competition
Horticulture enthusiasts across Sydney have an exciting opportunity to showcase their creativity, passion, and flair for garden design, with entries now open for the 2025 Sydney Spring Garden Competition.
POSTED ON 17 September 2025
Rural and remote high schools across New South Wales will have the unique opportunity to apply for a fully funded trip to the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show (the Show), as the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) opens applications for its All Roads to the Royal program. Now in its sixth year, the program aims to connect rural youth with Australia’s largest agricultural event by offering a four-day, behind-the-scenes immersive tour of the iconic Show, thanks to the support of the RAS Foundation. The tour focuses on agricultural education and show engagement, giving students the chance to network with industry leaders, learn about produce and livestock judging, and explore everything the Show has to offer—from exhilarating rides to iconic show food. “The All Roads to the Royal program was created to help bridge the gap between high school students located in rural and remote areas and the opportunities available at the Sydney Royal Easter Show,” said RAS Head of Agricultural Development, Paige Cape. “Our goal for the program is to provide more than just a school excursion; it’s about igniting students' passion for agriculture, showcasing the opportunities available within the industry and giving them a chance to get a foot in the front door.” Over the past six years, All Roads to the Royal has provided over 200 students from Coolah, Lake Cargelligo, Tottenham, Bowraville, Trundle and Narromine access to the Show. Applications for the 2025 All Roads to the Royal program are now open and will close on Monday, 3 November 2025. The 2025 All Roads to the Royal program will run from Tuesday, 7 to Friday, 10 April, and will include transport to and from Sydney, accommodation, access to the event and meals. The selected school must be in a rural and/or remote school as determined by the Department of Education. The 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show will take place over 12 days from 2 – 13 April 2025. Image: 2025 All Roads to the Royal winner, Narromine High School at the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show. Image credit: Monde Photo.
Rural and remote high schools across New South Wales will have the unique opportunity to apply for a fully funded trip to the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show (the Show), as the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) opens applications for its All Roads to the Royal program.
POSTED ON 16 September 2025
Australian producers honoured at the 2025 Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Awards.
The finest beers and ciders from across the country were put in the spotlight tonight as the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW announced the winners of the 2025 Sydney Royal Beer and Cider Show, with first-time entrant Sunday Road Brewing taking home the top prize.
A small independent brewery from Kirrawee, Sunday Road Brewing impressed the judges with its standout Après Ski Bavarian Hefe Wheat Beer, which was awarded Champion Wheat or Other Grain, and Best NSW Beer or Cider, before claiming the coveted Best Beer or Cider of Show.
POSTED ON 16 September 2025
St Agnes Distillery named Best Spirit, whisky liqueur makes its mark, and absinthe is back on the menu at the 2025 Sydney Royal Distilled Spirit Awards.
Fourteen of Australia’s best spirits were crowned tonight as the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW announced the champion winners of its 2025 Sydney Royal Distilled Spirits Show.
The national awards follow the rigorous judging of almost 300 Australian spirits last week, with St Agnes Distillery claiming the coveted Best Distilled Spirit of Show, alongside Best Brandy, with its St Agnes XO 15 Year Old.
POSTED ON 12 September 2025
From jalapeño candy to beef chill cheesesteak sausages, meet the Australian producers celebrated at this year’s Sydney Royal Fine Food Awards
Producers from across the nation have been put in the spotlight tonight with the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) announcing the champion winners of its prestigious Sydney Royal Fine Food Show.
POSTED ON 02 September 2025
Up-and-coming wine talent takes on the Sydney Royal Wine Show
Nine wine scholarship recipients had the opportunity to participate in one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious wine shows last month, as part of the RAS Foundation Sydney Royal Wine Scholarship program.
Funded by the Sydney Royal Wine Show, the Sydney Royal Wine Scholarships support wine professionals undertaking advanced training and assist in their professional development by inviting them to steward or be an associate judge at the 2025 Sydney Royal Wine Show.
POSTED ON 29 August 2025
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW recognised for excellence in The Educator’s 2025 Service Provider Awards
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been named among the Best Educational Service Providers in Australia in The Educator’s Service Provider Awards announced this week.