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Perth Royal Show Recognised with a Public Holiday

14 September 2025 Show Day is Here! Perth Royal Show Recognised with Public Holiday    The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia (RASWA) has today welcomed the Western Australian’s Government’s announcement of Show Day, a public holiday to mark the Perth...

New Leadership, Renewed Vision for Queensland’s Agricultural Shows

Media Release - 11/09/2025 T’aire Olsen steps into the top job at Queensland Ag Shows with a strategic mind, a volunteer’s heart and bold plans to bridge tradition and innovation across 129 regional events. In a movement that dates back more than a century and spans...

Meet the 2025 National Rural Ambassadors

Agricultural Shows Australia is proud to introduce the seven outstanding young leaders selected as the 2025 National Rural Ambassadors. Representing every state and territory, these inspiring individuals are passionate advocates for agriculture, community, and the...

From Rural Achiever to National Rural Ambassador: Growing Connections, Growing Agriculture.

By Grace Collins, 2025 National Rural Ambassador When I was announced as the NSW representative at the conclusion of the 2024 RAS Rural Achiever program, I felt a mix of excitement and responsibility. Representing my state meant stepping into a role that celebrates...