Farmers and handlers presenting cattle in front of Sydney Royal stalls at the Sydney Royal Cattle Competition.

Cattle

The Sydney Royal Cattle Show at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is one of Australia’s most distinguished livestock competitions, attracting exhibitors from across the country to present up to six breeds of dairy cattle and over thirty breeds of beef cattle. The program features the Beef Cattle Competition, Dairy Cattle Competition, Purebred Steer & Carcase Competition, Trade Hoof & Carcase Competition, and youth events including the Paraders’ and Young Auctioneers competitions. Exhibits are judged independently on quality, performance and presentation, with youth competitions designed to foster future industry leaders. The program highlights excellence in livestock and genetics, making the Sydney Royal Cattle Show a benchmark for achievement in the Australian cattle industry.

Results
  • Early December, 2025

    Entries Open

  • 18 February, 2026

    Entries for Beef Cattle, Steer and Dairy Cattle Competitions Close

  • 2 - 13 April, 2026

    Sydney Royal Easter Show

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Competition Schedules

A Competition Schedule is the rule book that governs each Competition. These Schedule tells you everything you need to know about the Cattle Competitions. Available online as a PDF document, the Schedule lists entry fees, closing dates, where to deliver your entry, conditions of entry, prizes and much more.

Additional Competition Information

Additional Competition Information

Contact Us

You can contact the Cattle Events Manager via

Phone: (02) 9704 1159
Email: cattle@rasnsw.com.au
1 Showground Road
Sydney Olympic Park
NSW 2127