Sydney Royal Easter Show
Success at the Royal Easter Show
The Narrandera High School Angora Show Team travelled to Sydney for the 2026 Sydney Royal Easter Show, departing late Saturday night with 7 Stage 5 Agriculture students, 2 teachers, 25 Angora goats and 15 fleeces. After a year of preparation refining their skills, animals and mohair, the team arrived early Sunday morning ready to compete.
Following entry into the showgrounds, students quickly unloaded animals, completed inspections, and set up pens. The fleeces were judged early, with a standout achievement being 1st place in the 5kg Kid Fleece class, marking the team’s first major success in mohair judging at the Sydney Royal. The day concluded with participation in the Grand Parade and an evening enjoying the main arena entertainment.
Monday’s judging saw strong results across both open and school competitions. A highlight was a young buck awarded Reserve Champion Junior Buck (Open Class). Students demonstrated excellent presentation skills and consistency across all classes entered.
Tuesday focused on Junior Judging and Paraders competitions, where students were assessed on handling skills and industry knowledge. Outstanding results included:
- Champion Junior Judge: 1st Isabel Bisby, 5th Judd Powel
- Champion Junior Parader: 1st Sarah Hewitt, 2nd Gabi Walsh, 3rd Gemma Hugo, 4th Isabel Bisby
- Champion Led Wether Paraders: 1st Gaby Walsh, 2nd Sarah Hewitt, 3rd Gemma Hugo, 4th Isabel Bisby
Senior Paraders: 2nd Ms Gruessing
Wednesday’s shearing and production classes ran smoothly thanks to the teamwork and professionalism of all students.
The team achieved exceptional overall results, including:
- Champion Schools Wether Herdsman Competition
- Champion Schools Team of Three Wethers: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th
- Champion Schools Wether Production: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th
- Schools Wether Presentation: 3rd Place
- Champion and Reserve Champion Angora (Schools)
- Champion Sire’s Progeny (Under and Over 12 Months)
Champion Group of 3 Angoras
Narrandera High was awarded Most Successful School with Angora Goats and Mohair, a testament to the dedication, skill and teamwork of all involved.
Miss Ella Gruessing
Agricultural Teacher