That’s a wrap: Day 10 at the Melbourne Royal Show
The excitement reached a fever pitch at the Melbourne Royal today, where the air was thick with anticipation as competitors showcased their finest livestock and showmanship skills. From the majestic mane of the Champion Show Hunter Galloway to the nimble paws of the best canine competitors, the day’s events celebrated excellence in equestrian, canine and cattle competitions.
As the day unfolded, the Australian Young Farmer Challenge brought together the most skilled, passionate and pop quiz ready young farmers from five states, all vying for the title in a fast-paced competition. With excitement in every corner of the showgrounds, today’s events highlighted not only individual talent, but also the pure energetic spirit of agricultural shows.
”There is nothing like the thrill and excitement of winning a Melbourne Royal blue ribbon,” said Brad Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer, Melbourne Royal. “And today, we gave away more than just a few.”
Here’s a wrap-up of today’s highlights.
Melbourne Royal Horses in Action Competition
The Melbourne Royal Horses in Action Competition showcased an impressive array of talent and skill across a number of categories, highlighting the finest show hunter galloways and hacks. With a blend of style and athleticism, the results reflect the dedication and passion of all competitors involved. Here are the highlights from the event:
Show Hunter Galloways
Champion Child’s Show Hunter Galloway: Romsey Park & Emily Murray – Reigal Manolete
Best Novice Show Hunter Galloway, over 14 hands and not over 15 hands: Brooke Wheeler – EBL BEN HUR
Champion Show Hunter Galloway, over 14 hands and not over 15 hands: David Quayle, Margot Haynes, Catherine Gale, Reece Gale and Kate Reid – Lily’s Sovereign (Owned by Catherine Gale, Reece Gale And Kate Reid)
Hacks (over 15 hands)
Best Novice Hack, over 15 hands: Romsey Park & Shelley Lakin – Chippenham Smarty Jones (Owned by Shelley Lakin)
Champion Child’s Hack, over 15 hands: Dree Merry – EBL Quiver, ridden by Ella Manning
W. MCL. (Mac) Greaves Memorial Champion Large Hack, over 16 hands: Tahlia Hope – Kalimna Quickhit (AI)
S Nixon Champion Small Hack, over 15 hands, not over 16 hands: Dree Merry – EBL Quiver
Racing Victoria Gentleman’s Spring Fashion at the Show – Led OTT Thoroughbred Final: Mitchell Fox – TT, led by Mitchell Fox (opened by Sandra Letten)
Racing Victoria Ladies Spring Fashion at the Show – Led OTT Thoroughbred Final: Emma McNamara – Victor, led by Emma McNamara
Melbourne Royal All Breeds Championship Dog Show
With fierce competition and impressive displays of skill and temperament, the All Breeds Championship Dog Show crowned standout champions in key categories. Here are the top results from this prestigious show:
Best in Show: Mr C Cavallo – Sandicam This Is Me
Best Puppy in Show: N Rule-Steele & M Burton & A Taylor & S Turay – Taejaan On Your Mistletoes
Best Baby Puppy in Show: Dr E M Greenway – Jollygaze Vitality
Melbourne Royal Beef Cattle Competition
The Melbourne Royal Beef Cattle Competition offers breeders a platform to showcase and evaluate their livestock in one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious cattle events. The event culminated in the hotly-contested Beef Cattle Interbreed Competition at 5pm this afternoon.
Speckle Park
Grand Champion Bull: Donnan Family – Anden U08
Grand Champion Female: Black Diamond Speckle Park Stud – Black Diamond Q532 Unsweetened U2293
Supreme Champion: Black Diamond Speckle Park Stud – Black Diamond Q532 Unsweetened U2293
Best Three Head, Progeny of One Sire or Dam: Kellanne Cattle Co. – Group by Spots N Sprouts Stands Alone JKH 300X
Breeders Group: Black Diamond Speckle Park Stud
Limousin
Grand Champion Bull: Mount View Orchards Batlow, Flemington – Flemington Grid Iron U87
Grand Champion Female: M Sowter & A Barham, Lynbrook Limousins – Lynbrook Niceity U1
Supreme Champion: Mount View Orchards Batlow, Flemington – Flemington Grid Iron U87
Best Three Head, Progeny of One Sire or Dam: Berdihold Stud – Group by Raven Wonder ET P593
Breeders Group: Mount View Orchards Batlow, Flemington
Most Successful Limousin Exhibitor: Mount View Orchards Batlow, Flemington
Red Angus
Grand Champion Bull: White Family Beef – WFB Red Thor
Grand Champion Female: Maddy Telford, MGT Cattle Co – MGT Cattle Co Whisper
Supreme Champion: White Family Beef – WFB Red Thor
Best Three Head, Progeny of One Sire or Dam: White Family Beef – Group by WD Red MR Quicksilver
Breeders Group: White Family Beef
Most successful Red Angus Exhibitor: White Family Beef
Murray Grey
Grand Champion Bull: Phillip Hogan, Wattledene Murray Greys – Wattledene Dominator
Grand Champion Female: Phillip Hogan, Wattledene Murray Greys – Wattledene Rocher
Supreme Champion: Phillip Hogan, Wattledene Murray Greys – Wattledene Dominator
Best Three Head, Progeny of One Sire or Dam: Hogan Family, Wattledene Murray Greys – Group by Thologolong Elation SS N1
Breeders Group: Hogan Family, Wattledene Murray Greys
Belted Galloway
Grand Champion Bull: Hettie Biersteker – Silvan Park Tambo
Grand Champion Female: Ali Hilli – Jalaway Loch Sassenach
Supreme Champion: Ali Hilli – Jalaway Loch Sassenach
Best Three Head, Progeny of One Sire or Dam: Silvan Park Belted Galloways – Group by Silvan Park Whiskey
Breeders Group: Silvan Park Belted Galloways
Any Other Breed (Large)
Grand Champion Bull: Erica Smith, Glenstrae – Lorca Angelo of Glenstrae
Grand Champion Female: Melissa Adams – Murphy’s Law of Arcadia
Supreme Champion: Melissa Adams – Murphy’s Law of Arcadia
Most Successful Any Other Breeds Exhibitor: Erica Smith
Beef Cattle Interbreed
Supreme Breeders Group:
Clipex & Bickleys Transport Supreme Junior Champion Beef Breed Heifer: Jack & Sam Robson, JSR – JSRL Annie U43
Clipex & Bickleys Transport Supreme Senior Champion Beef Breed Female: Monique Miller, Mlm Livestock: Clarinda Que Gaiety
Cutest Calf: Melissa Adams: Murphys Law Of Arcadia (Highland Calf)
Clipex & Bickleys Transport Supreme Junior Champion Beef Breed Bull: Pine Creek Angus Stud Pty Ltd, Pc Angus: Pc Great Northern U013
Clipex & Bickleys Transport Supreme Senior Champion Beef Breed Bull: Pine Creek Angus Stud Pty Ltd, Pc Angus: Pc Diamond Top Prize T048
Kubota & Bickleys Transport Supreme Beef Breed Exhibit: Pine Creek Angus Stud Pty Ltd, Pc Angus: Pc Diamond Top Prize T048
Hall of Fame
Melbourne Royal Beef Cattle Hall of Fame recognises the contribution of an individual or a family that have provided sustained service to the Melbourne Royal Show Beef Cattle community. This year, the Melbourne Royal Beef Cattle Hall of Fame award went to: Gary Webb – Finley High School
Melbourne Royal Beef Carcase Competition
With an impressive array of entries, the Melbourne Royal Beef Carcase Competition
celebrated exceptional quality and craftsmanship in the beef industry. Here are the standout winners from this year’s event:
Champion Domestic Carcase: Finley High School: (HH), Bred By: John & Maree Doyle
Champion Heavy Domestic Carcase: Finley High School: (SS)
Champion Export Carcase: Brentvale Limousins: (LL)
Grand Champion Carcase: Finley High School: (SS)
Melbourne Royal All Breeds Auction
The Melbourne Royal All Breeds Auction showcased a diverse range of stud beef breeds, successfully conducted by Brian Leslie of Elite Livestock Auctions at 3:30pm. With 16 lots on offer, the auction saw a strong performance, with 11 out of 16 lots sold.
The highlight of the day was the top-selling entry, JSRL Blackbird U72, an Angus heifer, which fetched an impressive price of $21,000.
Australian Young Farmer Challenge State and National Finals
The 2024 Australian Young Farmer Challenge State and National Finals brought together an impressive lineup of young talent from across five states, all vying for the top spot.
Along with showcasing their skills in a series of on-farm simulated challenges and surprise, this year the relay-style event included a brain-testing tease on the Entertainment Stage at 3pm, before competitors rolled up their sleeves and headed to the Main Arena at 5pm.
2024 AYFC Victorian State Final Winners: Rural Ambassador Team
2024 AYFC National Final Winners: Western Australia
