Ekka Media Kit 2023

Your complete guide to the 2023 Royal Queensland Show

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O’CONNELL TERRACE

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STOCK PAVILIO

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STOCKMAN’ REST

LARGE ANIMAL PAVILION

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MACHINERY HILL

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B105 SIDESHOW ALLEY

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THE COURIER-MAIL SHOWBAG PAVILION

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MAIN ARENA

MEMBERS’ STAND

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SUSHI HU CAT PRECIN & SHEEP SHEA

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WOODCHOP ARENA PRESENTED BY AAM

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GOURMET PLAZA

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CHANNEL 7 PAVILION (Lvl1)

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EKKA EMPORIUM

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Please note: The information contained in the Ekka Map is current at the time of printing and subject to change. An online version of the map is available at www.ekka.com.au and will be updated with any late changes. *Farriers & Blacksmiths only available Friday 18 – Sunday 20 August.

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O P Q R S T

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Animals Beef Cattle

Entertainment 7 LIVE STUDIOS

Showbags The Courier-Mail Showbag Pavilion D-8 Food & Bars Winghaus L-13 Gourmet Plaza I-12 James Squire Plaza Bar H-10 Kuhl-Cher Coffee M-14 Public Dining Room I-10

Gnd G-5 Dogs presented by Sushi Hub P-10 Cats presented by Sushi Hub N-11 Cradle-a-Chick Gnd G-6 Dairy Cattle Lvl1 H-5 Dairy Goats Lvl1 G-5 Fish G-14 Horses L-8 Poultry, Pigeons, Birds & Eggs Gnd G-5 RACQ Animal Nursery Q-12 Sheep & Alpacas Lvl2 H-5 Sheep Shearing N-11 Exhibits/Displays Arts & Cookery Lvl1 G-13

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Esports Lvl2 G-13 Royal Queensland Cooking Stage J-14 Main Stage Lvl1 F-13 EkkaNITES presented by Brisbane City Council L-8 Multicultural Plaza Music Stage I-13 Natural Fibres Fashion Parade presented by Channel 7 Lvl1 F-13 Rufftrack K9 Super Wall P-5 Venomous Snake & Reptile Show L-14

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SHOW RING

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HORSE STALLS

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Queensland Country Women's Association

HORSE STALLS

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Royal Queensland Steakhouse presented by Kilcoy Global Foods Lvl1 H-13 Royal Queensland Cooking Stage J-14 Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion I-15 Axeman's Bar C-11 XXXX Stockmen’s Bar & Grill O-6 Retail Ekka Emporium N-13 John Reid Retail Pavilion M-12 Media Activations 4BC Radio H-13 ABC Radio H-12 B105 Radio N-10 Channel 7 Lvl1 H-14

XXXX Stockmen’s Bar & Grill Stage Education Education on Show

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District & School Produce Exhibits

CREW ONLY

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Gnd H-14

Ekka Education Stage presented by Podsquad

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Farriers & Blacksmiths*

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Fleece Display

Lvl1 H-14 Gnd F-14 Gnd H-13 Gnd F-14 Lvl1 G-12

Get Kids Cooking with Australian Eggs

Floristry

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SUSHI HUB DOG PAVILION

Flower & Garden Flower Crowns

Little Backyard Farmers presented by Heritage Bank Gnd G13 Norco Grass to Glass Experience H-5 Norco Milking Barn H-5 Horsing Around Show presented by Racing Queensland P-5 Rides Kids Carnival 0-12, Q-15 B105 Sideshow Alley E-10, G-7

Heritage Exhibition Queensland Government Precinct

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NCT ARING

Lvl1 H-12

Quilts Across Queensland presented by Pillow Talk Lvl1 G-13 School Garden & Scarecrow Gnd H-13

RACQ ANIMAL NURSERY

KIDS CARNIVAL

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Woodchop & Sawing presented by AMM

Gnd = Ground Floor Lvl1= Level One Lvl2 = Level Two

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Gates

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Toilets

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PubliŠ Droˆ OŒ PubliŠ Droˆ OŒ

Mobil Phon Chargin„

Mobil Phon Chargin„ Mobil Phon Chargin„

Femal Toile

Femal Toile Femal Toile

Bik Racks

Bik Racks Bik Racks

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Lo€ & Foun Lo€ & Foun

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Ura Utilities Water Stations

Ura Utilities Water Stations Ura Utilities Water Stations

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Welcome Message

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Daytime Entertainment Night-time Entertainment

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Ekka Media Essentials

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Music

New Exhibition station

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Education

Community Spirit

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Rides

Tickets

Showbags

Ekka App

Food & Beverages

Ekka History What’s New Beef Cattle Dairy Cattle

Royal Queensland Cooking Stage

Fashion

Fun Facts

100 Free Things To Do & See

Horse

Daily Program

Animal Adventures Our Competitions

Sponsorship Partners

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This year marks the 144th anniversary of the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) presented by RACQ bringing the country and city together in a true celebration of agriculture. Since the first Show in 1876, the Ekka has championed Queensland’s agriculture and industry and the vital role they play in our everyday lives and community. The Show made its historic return in 2022 following two years of cancellations, with more than 345,000 people coming through the gates. With the events sector back in full swing after the Covid-19 pandemic disruption, Queensland’s largest community event is expected to be well attended this year by more than 400,000 people. Competition entry numbers for our 46 sections from beef cattle to cakes have now returned to pre-pandemic levels, with more than 21,000 entries received. Our competitions, some of which have taken place for more than 100 years, are the heart and soul of the Show. We are thrilled to recognise and reward our exhibitors, who year in year out, produce the best of the best, with many in rural areas battling drought and floods to do so. The Ekka will also continue to support and educate the next generation of Queenslanders through a revamped education program this year. An education stage has been introduced to the 2023 Show, in addition to the amazing interactive agricultural learning experiences the state’s largest classroom already offers. The stage will feature educational presentations for children, from learning about heathy and nutritious food to pollination and gardening. As a not-for-profit organisation, the RNA has been mindful of rising cost of living pressures and providing families with value for money so Ekka can be enjoyed on any budget. Rides are a major attraction at the Ekka and for the first time in the Show’s history, visitors will be able to enjoy two for one rides every morning of Show from 9am to 10.30am. The Ekka is also once again offering four special Super Saver Days of Show - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - which are 20 per cent cheaper than weekends and the public holiday. The Ekka Media Kit provides a snapshot of this year’s Show including the new additions, highlights and a full daily program. The RNA sincerely appreciates the tremendous coverage provided by the media and we look forward to welcoming you to this year’s Ekka.

David Thomas RNA President

Brendan Christou

RNA Chief Executive

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ekka media

The RNA operates an Ekka Media Centre for all accredited media personnel reporting on the Show. Location: Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion (upper level) Opening hours: 8am to 8pm daily The Ekka Media Centre provides accredited media personnel with access to a phone, Wi-Fi internet (a password will be provided), lockers and light refreshments. Media Accreditation and Access All media representatives reporting on the Show must be accredited by the Ekka Media team prior to the event. Please ensure you have your pass on you to gain access to the 2023 Ekka. Accredited media personnel must always display their pass while onsite at the Brisbane Showgrounds. Onsite Vehicle Access for Broadcast Media Television news crews requiring onsite vehicle access for filming must contact the Ekka Media team. Limited passes are available. Ekka Media Team The Ekka Media team is on hand in the lead up to and during show and can be contacted for story ideas and interview details including competitors, entertainers, judges and stewards.

Ekka Spokespeople Interview requests with the following authorised Ekka spokespeople should be organised through the Ekka Media team:

David Thomas RNA President Brendan Christou RNA Chief Executive Veronica Carew General Manager Communications Photographs and Vision

High resolution photographs and raw vision shot daily during Ekka can be requested through the Ekka Media team to support Show related stories. Media Releases and Alerts Ekka media releases and daily alerts will be distributed to media via email and can also be accessed through the Show website by clicking here. Daily alerts will be emailed and uploaded to the website at the end of each day, providing Show highlights and information on the following day. Competition Results Competition results will be uploaded to the website daily and can be viewed by clicking here. Websites RNA websites include: n Ekka - up-to-date information on the Ekka including entertainment, education, competitions, showbags and rides n RNA - the corporate website for information about the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association Queensland which runs the Ekka n Royal Queensland Awards (RQA) - covers the retail food competitions (cheese and dairy produce; ice cream, gelato and sorbet; beef and lamb; beer; and wine). You’ll find RQA award- winning products showcased at Royal Queensland Cooking Stage in the Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion n Brisbane Showgrounds and Royal International Convention Centre - what’s on year-round at the Brisbane Showgrounds

Veronica Carew General Manager Communications M 0408 323 631 E vcarew@rna.org.au Natalie McKeering Senior Media Consultant M 0418 986 084 E nmckeering@rna.org.au Ann Rainbow Senior Media Consultant M 0411 482 792 E arainbow@rna.org.au

Kelly Hawke Senior Media Consultant M 0438 340 989 E khawke@rna.org.au Nicole Clifton Media & Communications Officer M 0417 451 775 E nclifton@rna.org.au

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT Public transport is one of the easiest and most efficient ways to get to the Ekka. This year there are some important changes to be aware of. Due to the construction of Cross River Rail, Exhibition Station won’t be operating during Ekka in 2023. You'll still be able to catch a ride to the Ekka with public transport options including trains and buses from nearby stops and stations. Learn more at translink.com.au/ekka TAXIS & RIDESHARE It’s only a short taxi or rideshare to the Ekka from the city. Leave your car in the city and catch a taxi or rideshare service directly to the Brisbane Showgrounds. PARKING Parking Sttations are conveniently located at: n McWhirters - enter via Warner or Ballow Streets n Valley Metro - enter via Alfred or Alden Streets n 388 Brunswick Street Car Park - enter via Berwick Street n 4 Mead Lane - enter via Ranwell Lane CYCLING Although cycling inside the grounds is prohibited, secure bike racks are located in Carriage Street. (L-16) FACILITIES n ATM facilities are located around the Showgrounds n EFTPOS facilities are available near most ticket entry gates n Toilets are located in most buildings around the Showgrounds n Locker facilities are primarily located under the John MacDonald Stand, but can also be found at several other locations around the Showgrounds n Drinking tap water is located at several sites around the Showgrounds

RECYCLING The Ekka will provide green bins for recycling drink containers through the Containers for Change Program, raising funds for the RNA Foundation (RNAF). For every plastic bottle and aluminium can recycled, container refunds will be donated to the RNAF. The RNAF raises funds to aid agricultural heritage preservation, agricultural education and agricultural awareness and development. GUEST WI-FI The RNA will provide Wi-Fi to keep Ekka guests connected during their visit to the show. Guests can access the Wi-Fi at four key locations around grounds - on the Plaza, in Expo Place (Sushi Hub Dog Pavilion and RACQ Animal Nursery, at XXXX Stockmen’s Bar and Grill and in the Member's Bar. MOBILE PHONE CHARGING A secure mobile phone charging station can be found near the locker facilities under the John MacDonald Stand. (J-8) INFORMATION BOOTHS Four information booths will be conveniently located: n Outside the Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion on Gregory Terrace (I-14) n Near the Stockman's Rest (M-5) n Near the Woodchop Arena presented by AAM in B105 Sideshow Alley (F-8) n In the Channel 7 Pavilion (ground floor) (H-12)

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n Dedicated drop off / pick up zones with disability access for cars and taxis on Costin Street n Two dedicated Main Arena viewing areas for wheelchair patrons n Parking with disability access in King Street PARENTS' ROOMS There are four parents' rooms located around the grounds for those with babies and young children. The larger parent's room under the Ernest Baynes Stand features a microwave to heat up milk, a sink, breastfeeding facilities and nappy change facilities. THE EKKA IS SMOKE FREE Designated smoking areas will not be available within the Showgrounds precinct, but there will be two designated smoking areas located outside the Showgrounds. ROAD CLOSURES With all the excitement plus parades, livestock, entertainment and crowd movements, there will be some delays and road closures in the lead-up to and during Ekka. Gregory Terrace, King Street, O’Connell Terrace, Costin Street and Alexandria Street will be partially or fully closed from Wednesday 2 August. OH&S Media personnel on site are required to follow all applicable OH&S rules and regulations set in place by the RNA, to ensure their own health and safety and the health and safety of others in the workplace. MEMBERSHIP Those who become RNA members for an annual fee of $130 (country adult) or $145 (city adult) receive a range of benefits at the Ekka. These include free nine day entry to the Show; a nine day guest pass, VIP seating passes for the fashion parade and Royal Queensland Cooking Stage; access to the Members’ Grandstand and Bar; and free use of the locker facilities. For more information please click here.

LOST CHILDREN Lost Children is located at the Gregory Terrace Police Station, which is open from 9am to 8.30pm. (J-12) As part of the Keep Kids Safe program, parents are encouraged to collect a free wrist band from the police marquee on Gregory Terrace as soon as they arrive at Ekka. They can write their mobile number on their child’s wrist band, so if they become separated they can be reunited ASAP. OPERATIONS CENTRE The RNA Operations Centre is located at the Gatehouse on Gregory Terrace and houses Emergency Services, RNA Operations Team, OH&S and Security. LOST AND FOUND Lost and found is located at Guest Services on the lower level of the Channel 7 Pavilion. (H-12) FIRST AID There are three first aid locations which operate between 8am and 11pm daily: n Under the John MacDonald stand (J-7) n Near the Sushi Hub Dog Pavilion on Gregory Terrace (O-9) n Near the Large Animal Pavilion (F-5) ACCESSIBILITY The Ekka is committed to providing ease of access for all visitors. A range of services and amenities will be offered for the convenience of access around the grounds: n Scooter, stroller and wheelchair hire which is located under the John MacDonald Stand. Hire times are 9am to 5pm n Restrooms with disabled access, including additional disabled porta- loos n Ramps providing easy access between roads and footpaths

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The Cross River Rail (CRR) project is transforming Exhibition Station into a new, fully accessible station, that will provide year-round services to Bowen Hills, Herston Quarter and the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH). Now in its fourth year of construction, once complete, the new station will provide major benefits for our Brisbane Showgrounds precinct which hosts more than 300 events a year, including the Ekka, and attracts a million visitors annually. The upgraded station will feature a new 165m long island platform and canopy, accessibility lifts and stairs to the platform, new accessible toilets and a parents’ room. Exhibition Station is scheduled to open for daily use from 2025 and is planned to be operational for Ekka 2024.

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QUEENSLAND AG SHOWS

THE COMMON GOOD For the past 36 years, the iconic Ekka Strawberry Sundaes have been funding much needed medical research for The Common Good. Each year, around 1,700 volunteers help to serve more than 130,000 sundaes across the nine days of Show. The sale of the sundaes support life-saving research into heart disease, lung disease, mental health and dementia. To create the sundaes, the volunteers use approximately: n 7.2 tonnes of fresh Queensland strawberries n 375kg of cream n 22,500 litres of LICK ice cream CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION For more than a decade, the RNA and Children’s Hospital Foundation have joined forces to give sick Queensland kids and their families a taste of the Ekka. This year on Wednesday 9 August the children will enjoy meeting characters from the popular kids shows Cocomelon and PAW Patrol, along with being wowed by The Duelling Magicians Christopher Wayne and Josh Norbido. The Ekka also delivers showbags to the hospital each year. COMMUNITY SHOWCASE With an average 400,000 people attending the Show, the Ekka is proud to provide a stage to hundreds of talented individuals. The Show provides a platform for artists, industry groups, school groups, musicians, entertainers and competitors to showcase their abilities to a large audience.

Queensland Ag Shows is the peak body for the Agricultural Show Societies in Queensland. It aims to promote and protect the general interests of Show Societies so they can continue to put on safe events and increase community wellbeing. The State Finals for most of their competitions are held at the Ekka each year, including: Queensland Country Life Showgirl Awards Eleven community and agriculture focused young women from across Queensland will compete in the Queensland Country Life Showgirl Awards State Finals. The women will take to the Multicultural Plaza Music Stage on Saturday 12 August at 2.30pm. Queensland Rural Ambassador Awards Eleven agricultural show winning Rural Ambassadors with a strong commitment to the rural industries will compete for the title of Queensland Rural Ambassador State Winner. Meet the State Finalists on the Multicultural Plaza Music Stage on Saturday 19 August at 10.30am, with the presentation of awards on Sunday 20 August at 10.30am. Young Judges and Paraders Queensland Ag Shows Cattle Young Judges and Paraders State Final competitions will take place at Ekka. The competitions are held across four levels - Local Agricultural Show, Sub Chamber Finals, State and National Championships - and include Prime Beef Cattle and Stud Beef Cattle. Dark Rich Fruit Cake Competition The winning Best Dark Rich Fruit Cake in Queensland will be on display in the Arts and Cookery precinct over the nine days of Show. Contact for all Queensland Ag Shows Competitions: Carolyn Cahill - 07 3277 7747 or admin@qldagshows.com.au

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SUPER SAVER DAYS & DISCOUNTS A not-for-profit organisation, the RNA is mindful of rising cost of living pressures and providing families with value for money so Ekka can be enjoyed on any budget. Subscribe to ekka.com.au and save 15 per cent on tickets until Ekka eve. Double up on savings and purchase tickets on one of the four special Super Saver Days - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - which are a further 20 per cent cheaper than weekends and the public holiday. This year, customers who have opted for a Digital Ride or Food Card, can download their ticket and add it to their e-wallet from their ticket confirmation email. It can then be stored in their Apple/Android wallet for scanning. Ekka goers are also notified about other special discounted ticket offers when subscribing and saving at ekka.com.au. NEW - 2 FOR 1 DOUBLE THE FUN! Rides are a major attraction at the Ekka and for the first time in Ekka's 144 year history, visitors will be able to enjoy two for one rides every morning of Show. For the first time ever, there will be daily two for one rides, giving showgoers 90 minutes of double the fun from 9am to 10.30am every morning of Ekka in the B105 Sideshow Alley and Kids Carnival area.There is also 20 per cent off digital only $150 ride cards and 15 per cent off digital only $100 ride cards. EKKA 2023 TICKET PRICES Tickets must be purchased online and people need to nominate the day they are coming to the Show.

IT’S EKKA-NOMICAL! FAMILY ITINERARY FOR A $100 BUDGET Entry to Ekka:

Purchase a Family Pass (for 2 adults and 2 kids) on a Super Saver Day (14,15, 17, 18 August) in the 25% off ticket sale being offered to Ekka website subscribers in early August. Price: $52.80 Rides: The kids can jump on a slide ride during the daily 9am-10.30am 2 for 1 ride session Price: $8 (two kids get 3 rides each) Morning Tea: Bring your own or indulge in free gourmet food samples at the Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion Price: FREE Lunch: Pop over to The Courier-Mail Showbag Pavilion for a cheese toastie from Toastie Boy Price: $12 (for 4 toasties) Showbags: The kids can grab a Rainbow Freeze showbag. Price: $4 (for 2 Rainbow Freeze bags) Afternoon Tea: Enjoy an iconic Ekka Strawberry Sundae. Price: $24 (for 4 sundaes) TOTAL: $100.80

Ticket Type

Price

Adult Ticket

$39

Child Ticket (5 to 14 years of age)

$24

Little Ekka Ticket (4 years of age and under)

Free

Concession Ticket

$29

Adult & Child Ticket

$49

Family Ticket (two adults & two children)

$88

Twilight Ticket (entry after 4pm)

$24

Super Saver Pass Save 20% off the following days - Monday 14 August, Tuesday 15 August, Thursday 17 August and Friday 18 August. Value Added Extras Digital Only $150 Ride Card $120

Digital Only $100 Ride Card

$85

Digital Only $50 Ride Card

$45

Digital Only $50 Food Card

$45

Physical $150 Ride Card

$122

Physical $100 Ride Card

$87

Physical $50 Ride Card

$47

Physical $50 Food Card

$47

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WOOF…HAVE YOU HEARD? THERE’S AN EXCITING NEW WAY TO GET AROUND EKKA! Navigate your way around the Show with Ekka’s functional, fun and free NEW app for all ages. The app includes all the information you need to plan your day at Ekka and will help you to easily find your way from your favourite shows to showbags using blue dot technology! Fully integrated with ekka.com.au, create a MyEkka account and plan your visit by saving events and activities and then receive upcoming event notifications. While you’re exploring Ekka, help Milo the sheepdog find all of his lost sheep for the chance to win a great range of daily prizes. Download the Ekka App soon and enjoy lots of unique benefits.

GET IT ON

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Milo Milo is Farmer Rhonda’s best friend and is born to entertain…at least that’s what he believes! He’s handsome, energetic and loves chasing sheep. Milo is also Ekka’s official sheepdog, responsible for Ekka’s sheep, but now all his sheep are enchanted by the magic of the Ekka….who knows where they will end up! Milo needs your help! Strawbaa-ry Strawbaa-ry will sweeten your day! She loves to surprise her friends with the world-famous Strawberry Sundae Ice Cream. Ram-bow

Fairy Fleece A little sticky but always sweet! She loves twirling around and around, sprinkling magical sugar dust wherever she goes. Lamberjack Show-stopping, wood-chopping Lamberjack loves to work hard. He’s always ready to have a big adventure with his friends. Gold-ie Amazingly woolly Gold-ie Sheep has a champion fleece, but she is shy and can be difficult to find. Keep an eye out for Gold-ie as she reaches new heights around the Showgrounds.

Bright, bold and colourful, he loves everyone…and everyone loves him. He is the natural leader of the flock and brings out the best in all his friends. Spaaarkle Fleece Extremely competitive, Spaaarkle Fleece loves a challenge. When she’s not winning blue ribbons, she’s solving puzzles with friends.

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across 650 classes with people competing for trophies, cash prizes and medals. Visitors were treated to more than 1,000 exhibits and charged an entry fee of a half-crown, or one shilling if they waited until after the official opening. The first show depended heavily on the voluntary efforts of RNA Council members, judges and stewards as the RNA did not yet have its own staff, apart from employing nightwatchmen. Celebrating the colony’s achievements, the Intercolonial Exhibition of 1876 was praised as the most significant event in Queensland since its separation from New South Wales. Since 1876 the Ekka has continued to grow in popularity and size, remaining one of the most anticipated yearly events. It has been held annually at the Brisbane Showgrounds since its inception except for four instances – in 1919 at the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic, in 1942 during World War II when the grounds were used as a staging depot for troops and most recently in 2020 and 2021 due to the worldwide coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. STRANGE BUT TRUE n A key event at the first show in 1876 was a competition for the best sample of 5 tonne of manure, deodorised and prepared in the most economical form of use n The first ever showbag was a bag of coal n In the 1920s a flock of 90 sheep were used to maintain the lawns at the Brisbane Showgrounds n At the first show there was a competition for the fastest walking farm horse n During the Great Depression new entertainment was introduced including goat races that attracted some 100 competitors in a single show n There was no Sideshow Alley in 1876, just a lone individual known as the ‘lightning calculator,’ whose facility with numbers amazed the crowds Learn more about the Ekka’s history at the Show! Check out the Heritage Display in the Channel 7 Pavilion from 9am to 6pm each day. See trophies, vintage showbags, plus a special display celebrating 60 years of the iconic Bertie Beetle chocolate.

WHO IS BEHIND THE SHOW? Founded in 1875, the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) is an independent, not-for-profit member based organisation that has freehold title to the iconic Brisbane Showgrounds. The organisation’s guiding mission is to celebrate and champion the essential role agriculture plays in the everyday lives of Queenslanders. Governed by 21 elected Councillors, the RNA showcases and rewards the very best of the best in agriculture through the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) and Royal Queensland Awards (RQA) competitions. Outside of Ekka, the Brisbane Showgrounds is a venue business which hosts more than 300 events each year including exhibitions, conferences, banquets and music festivals. HOW IT STARTED The RNA has a rich history stemming back to 1875 when a group of colonists joined together to encourage the development of Queensland’s primary industries. Leading members of the colonial society formed the first RNA Council, under the presidency of Governor Sir William Cairns, with most of the 35 members pastoralists and merchants. The RNA Council immediately committed themselves to organising the very first exhibition for Brisbane - from calling for tenders for the initial building to meeting with the Premier of Queensland to establish a public holiday on opening day. The result was the Intercolonial Exhibition of 1876 - the largest event to be held in the state up to that point. The RNA, along with the exhibition, continued to expand and grow in popularity and in 1921, the association was granted the prefix ‘Royal’ under warrant from His Majesty King George V. Since then, the shortened name ‘Ekka’ has replaced ‘Exhibition’ in the Queensland vernacular. THE EARLY SHOWS On August 22, 1876, a crowd of more than 15,000 people made their way by horse, foot or carriage to experience the very first Ekka, at what is now known as the Brisbane Showgrounds. Some of today’s traditions stem back to this first exhibition. Competitions were a cornerstone of the Ekka right from the beginning with 1,700 entries

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1876 THE FIRST EXHIBITION

2011 GRAMMY AWARD WINNERS WOLFMOTHER CLOSE EKKA’S CONCERT SERIES 2012 AUSTRALIAN FIRST Ekka fans were able to customise their own fireworks on the show’s free interactive fireworks iPhone app 2012 AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR AND ACADEMY AWARD- WINNING ACTOR AND PRODUCER GEOFFREY RUSH

The Intercolonial Exhibition of 1876 was held at Bowen Park with an estimated 15,000-17,000 people attending out of Brisbane’s population at the time of just 20,600

1877 FIRST EKKA RIDE

The first ride was a merry-go-round in Sideshow Alley* 1879 INTRODUCTION OF QUEENSLAND’S NEWEST TECHNOLOGIES Ekka patrons were amazed by telephones, microphones, electric lights and even an electric thief detector 1889 SHEEPDOG TRIALS HELD FOR THE FIRST TIME 1891 DISTRICT EXHIBITS The first district exhibits contest was held – nine regions competed for a prize pool of £175* 1894 FIRST FIREWORKS DISPLAY 1N THE MAIN ARENA 1909 JUBILEE SHOW The 12 day show was the largest agricultural show in Australia that year with more than 7,000 competition entries* 1919 FIRST EKKA CANCELLED DUE TO INFLUENZA EPIDEMIC 1920 EDWARD, PRINCE OF WALES VISITS THE EKKA 1926 QUEENSLAND COUNTRY WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION MAKES ITS FIRST APPEARANCE 1942 SECOND EKKA CANCELLED DUE TO WORLD WAR 11 1950’S EKKA FOOD TRADITIONS The now symbolic Ekka fairy floss, butter board sandwiches, strawberry sundaes and dagwood dogs were introduced* 1954 QUEEN ELIZABETH 11 AND PRINCE PHILLIP VISIT THE EKKA 1959 HRH PRINCESS ALEXANDRIA OF KENT VISITS 1964 ANIMAL NURSERY AT THE EKKA FIRST INTRODUCED 1969 FIRST SKYMASTER FERRIS WHEEL AT EKKA 1988 EXPO 88 Ekka achieved its highest attendance with an estimated 800,000 people flooding through the gates* 2000 SIDESHOW ALLEY AND WOODCHOP Inner city bypass constructed, Sideshow Alley and the Woodchop Arena redeveloped 2010 ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL EKKA’S IN HISTORY HELD The 2010 Ekka saw a 20 per cent increase in crowd numbers

ATTENDED THE OPENING DAY OF THE EKKA 2013 EKKA WINS INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

The Royal Queensland Show took home the prestigious Best in Show title, along with 13 other awards, at the 2013 International Association of Fairs & Expositions (IAFE) Awards

2014 MILLION DOLLAR NIGHT SHOW

Australian-first million dollar night show EkkaNITES wowed the crowds each night of show The Ekka ran over two full weekends for the first time in the show’s history

2015 THE YEAR OF THE FLYING PIGS

The Racing and Diving Pigs wowed the crowds at Ekka for the very first time, flying through the sky and diving into a pool of water 2016 THE RETURN OF THE OLD MUSEUM After 119 years, The Old Museum came back home to Ekka, housing the Flower and Garden Exhibition and Quilts Across Queensland 2017 EKKA’S 140TH ANNIVERSARY The Ekka celebrates a remarkable milestone - its 140th anniversary An early children’s fireworks display features in EkkaNITES for the first time in recent history 2018 INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE The RNA invested in its charter of championing and celebrating agriculture, building two new event facilities that were used at Ekka for the very first time. The Pavilion was partially used to house beef and dairy cattle, dairy goats and poultry, while Marquee 2 was the new Woodchop Arena 2019 NEW PARK FOR DOGS Alexandria Park, completed in April 2019, became the new home of one of Ekka’s largest and most popular competitions - Dogs 2020 EKKA CANCELLED FOR ONLY THE THIRD TIME IN HISTORY DUE TO THE GLOBAL COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2021 EKKA CANCELLED ONE WEEK BEFORE GATES OPEN, DUE TO THE CONTINUING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2022 THE HISTORIC RETURN OF THE EKKA, ATTENDED BY MORE THAN 345,000 PEOPLE

Page 15 *Historical information and statistics sourced from ‘Showtime – A History of the Brisbane Exhibition’ by Joanne Scott and Ross Laurie, 2008; and RNA Archives.

n Dairy Cattle: an extra $10,000 in prize money on offer, taking the total to $32,000. Also a new location this year, with cattle displayed on Level 1 of the Large Animal Pavilion and judging taking place on the Main Arena n Education on Show: new theme - Learning: A Lifelong Experience n Sheep: inclusion of Corriedale and Dorset Down breeds n Floristry: new class called Arrangement for a Bar n Horse: two new children’s competition classes - Child's Show Pony Galloway & Hack and Child's Show Hunter Galloway & Hack. Plus a new class called Senior and Junior n Showjumping: new Queensland Off-The-Track Program Showcase, offering $50,000 in prize money n Poultry, Pigeons, Birds and Eggs: two new school classes in the egg section - Primary (Prep to Grade 6) and Senior (Grades 7-12) n Quilts Across Queensland presented by Pillow Talk: two new classes - Abstract Art and Pictorial Art Quilt n Woodchop and Sawing presented by AAM: increased prize pool worth more than $145,000, up 45 per cent on 2022. Four new Australian Title events – 325mm Australian Women’s Single Sawing Championship, 375mm Australian Jack & Jill Double Handed Sawing Championship, 275mm Australian Women’s Underhand Championship and 450mm Australian Double Handed Sawing Championship

ANIMAL ADVENTURES n RACQ Animal Nursery: new adorable additions to the nursery this year are guinea pigs and rabbits

COMPETITIONS n

Apiculture: new Junior Beekeeper Liquid Honey class

n Cake Decorating: new class celebrating the 60th anniversary of the iconic Bertie Beetle chocolate n Cookery: New Future Directions feature class theme - Bertie Beetle. New ABC Radio Brisbane Queensland On a Plate class featuring the pineapple upside down cake. Plus new classes for brownies and chocolate chip biscuits n Natural Fibres Make & Model and Wearable Art Competition: New 1970’s fashion era and steam punk themes, plus a new Adults in Wool class n Painting and Drawing: Two new youth classes displaying artworks from those aged 12 and under, plus 13-18 year olds n Stud Beef: the feature breed this year is Limousin. First time in the competition’s history an international judge has featured - PJ Budler from America n Prime Beef: new Single Heifer classes n Canine Competition presented by Sushi Hub: new RNA Scent Work Trials class

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DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT New daytime entertainment at the Ekka this year includes: n CoComelon: sing, play and dance with JJ n Duelling Magicians: two of Australia's best magicians, Christopher Wayne and Josh Norbido, go head-to-head in the ultimate magic showdown n RuffTRACK's K9 Super Wall: Join Big Brother's Dave Graham and The RuffTRACK kids for the ultimate dog high jump competition where canines will jump up an ever-increasing vertical wall, reaching heights of almost 10ft/3m n Ekka's Farmyard Friends Street Parade: The Ekka is putting on a street parade that will pass through Gregory Terrace three times a day, featuring the loveable Farmyard Friends, energetic dancers and catchy tunes from Ekka’s brass band n Australian Strongman Alliance: It’s the first time the Ekka has hosted the only Queensland qualifier for one of the biggest events internationally, the 2023 Magnus Ver Magnusson Strongman Classic. Some of Australia's top strong men and women will take on five gruelling events n Ekka’s Beaut Ute Parade: More than 20 utes and their proud owners will be competing for a share in $1,000 in prize money n For the first time in Ekka history, the best whipcrackers from across the nation will compete in the Australian Whipcracking Championships presented by R.M. Williams and Packer Leather hosted by the Australian Whipcrackers & Plaiters Association.

EDUCATION n Ekka Education Stage presented by Podsquad an initiative of Health & Wellbeing Qld: The new stage will feature many educational presentations for children from learning about heathy and nutritious food to pollination and gardening n Sensory Garden supported by Capilano Honey: The impressive 14-metre-long self-guided sensory garden will feature sensory activities for kids, as well as showcase the best types of flowers to plant in your garden to attract bees 'Nature's Gifts' Natural Fibres Fashion Parades presented by Channel 7: In its 30th year, Queensland’s longest running fashion parades will feature more regional designers than ever before and introduce swimwear and childrenswear for the first time FOOD AND BEVERAGE New food and beverage options at the Ekka this year include: n The Smokehouse: Low n’ slow cooked delicious smoked brisket using award-winning beef, southern inspired burgers, golden fried chicken, creamy slaws and sides n CoCo Cheese Hotdog: Crunchy corn dogs filled with a cheesy mozzarella filled hotdog, with a range of coatings like sweet potato, ramen or the original corn dog n Dougie’s Donuts: Fresh donuts with flavours like the popular Lemon FASHION n

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Meringue with a lemon curd filling, Fairy Bread and Pink Sprinkle n Chicken Schnitzel On A Stick: A loaded chicken schnitzel on a stick. Keep it classic or try the loaded options, with a delicious Parmigiana, Hawaiian or Mexican twist n Joey’s Bacon House: Bacon lollipops, bacon on a stick, pork belly bites and more delicious pork dishes that will crackle in your mouth n Claw: A California inspired crab shack in the heart of Ekka. Don your bib and dig into a menu inspired by the humble crustation - all made fresh to order n Homemade dumplings: Authentic Chinese dumplings. The pork and chives, known as the ‘crowd favourite’ are not to be missed but other flavours include the prawn, pork and chives, chicken and cabbage, and beef, onion and carrot dumplings n Fish in the Family: Taste North Queensland Tiger Prawns and South Australian Coffin Bay Oysters, served with a wedge of lemon and seafood sauce n Wonderbao: Whether you’re feeling like a gua bao or a filled bao, you will be spoiled for choice with fillings like roast pork belly, battered chicken and crispy tofu n La Mano Tacos: Tasty pork tacos with a verde sauce and lime pickled onions, Ignacio nachos with all the trimmings, plus a beef and oaxaca cheese taco with a side of their famous consommé to dip into n Domino's Mobile Pizza Kitchen: Domino’s is bringing their delicious pizza to the Ekka. Their mobile pizza kitchen will pull up on Gregory Terrace, serving the piping hot pizza everyone knows and loves!

n The Hot Dog Deli: A range of American classics, along with some deliciously loaded hot dogs. Think The Queens with an American Chilli Sauce made up of beans and mince, the New York Classic with mash and gravy, and the Chicago with caramalised onions and a pickle relish

NIGHT-TIME ENTERTAINMENT n

Bison Stampede - Battle in the Saddle: A new equine experience featuring cowboys, cowgirls, two stepping, galloping horses, around 20 bison, long horn bulls and all things Yellow Stone n Wheels of Steel: For the first time in Australian history, three Wheels of Steel will perform simultaneously inside the Main Arena. Weighing 800kg and standing three storeys tall, performers rely solely upon their skills to maintain balance atop the rotating steel pendulums n Fireworks Spectacular: New theme ‘Imagine’, plus plenty of ‘wow’ moments featuring unique firing designs and new special effects n Singles Mingle Monday: Love is in the air this Ekka, with a special event on August 14 hosted by ex Bachelorette contestant Apollo featuring speed dating, live country music and a whole lot of fun n Karaoke with Live Band and host David Eastgate: Ekka goers will live out their rock star fantasies with a shreddin' four-piece band live on stage in this karaoke experience

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MUSIC n

RIDES COMING SOON

Isaiah Firebrace: The highest streamed First Nations pop artist in the world will take to the Multicultural Plaza Music Stage on August 16 at 3pm n Loren Ryan: Country music fans will be treated to a special performance by Tamworth local and Gamilaraay woman Loren Ryan on August 16 (Multicultural Plaza Music Stage at 4.15pm), who was crowned the 43rd Toyota Star Maker winner at the Tamworth Country Music Festival earlier this year n Ben Sheehy: The wildcard of Australian Idol 2023, Ben made it to the semi-finals with his unique and powerful voice inspired by the classic rock of the 60s/70s. He will take to the Multicultural Plaza Music Stage on August 13 at 4.15pm n DJ ALZ: This DJ knows how to get everyone on their feet and dancing the night away. DJ ALZ will perform the Multicultural Plaza Music Stage after EkkaNITES presented by Brisbane City Council at 8pm on August 12 and 13 to keep the good vibes going n The Colonel: Waylon P. Flawstane (aka The Colonel) has hosted and been house DJ at The Tackleshack, the secret VVIP venue at the Splendour In The Grass festival. He’ll bring his high energy vibes to the Multicultural Plaza Music Stage at 8pm on August 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19

SHOWBAGS There are 77 new showbags this year, including: n Bertie Beetle 60th Birthday Showbag: Celebrating the anniversary of the iconic chocolate n Bingo n Barbie Teens n Play Doh n Nickelodeon Slime n May Gibbs n Bart Simpson n Pink Floyd n Milo

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THE EKKA IS HOME TO ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST ANNUAL CATTLE COMPETITIONS. AROUND 1,100 HEAD OF BEEF CATTLE WILL BE PARADED, JUDGED AND DISPLAYED ACROSS THE STUD AND LED STEER SECTIONS. The Stud Beef Competition is the largest showing of stud beef in the southern hemisphere. The feature breed this year is Limousin, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the breed in Australia and New Zealand. More than 20 breeds of beef cattle will be displayed at the Ekka. The best time to see the cattle being judged is from Monday 7 to Saturday 12 August, with the small breeds taking to the Main Arena on Friday 18 August. The Ekka’s Prime Beef Competition is being held at Silverdale Saleyards on Thursday 10 August, with more than 130 head of cattle entered (plus an additional 18 head in the JBS Jap Ox class). New this year are Single Heifer classes which have been introduced to reflect industry changes.

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STUD BEEF TIMETABLE

DATE

EVENT

TIME

LOCATION Main Arena

RNA Stud Beef Young Judges Competition and Queensland Ag Shows Stud Beef Young Judges Competition

8am

Thursday 10 August

RNA Stud Beef Paraders Competition and Queensland Ag Shows Stud Beef Paraders Competition

12pm

Main Arena

8am

Main Arena

Friday 11 August

Stud Beef judging

Stud Beef judging 2023 RNA Premier Beef Presentation (Prime Beef & Led Steer Awards)

8am 8.30am

Main Arena Royal International Convention Centre Main Arena

Saturday 12 August

Parade of Champions

After completion of judging After parade 1.30pm After Small Breeds judging

Champion of Champions judging

Main Arena

Small Breeds Stud Beef judging Small Breeds Champion Interbreed judging

Main Arena Main Arena

Friday 18 August

LED STEER TIMETABLE

DATE

EVENT

TIME

LOCATION

Monday 7 August

Led Steer School Paraders Competition

12noon

Main Arena

Junior Led Heifer Judging Junior Led Steer Judging

8.30am 9.15am

Main Arena Main Arena Main Arena Main Arena Main Arena

Inter School Steer Competition Judging School Steer Young Judges Competition Inter School Steer Herdsperson

10.30am 11.30am After school judging

Tuesday 8 August

Open Led Steer Judging Led Steer Auction

8am After completion of judging (approximately 1.30pm)

Main Arena Main Arena

Wednesday 9 August

ALPA Young Actioneers

Approximately 1.30pm

2023 RNA Premier Beef Presentation (Prime Beef & Led Steer Awards)

8.30am

Royal International Convention Centre

Saturday 12 August

PRIME BEEF TIMETABLE

DATE

EVENT

TIME 12noon

LOCATION Main Arena

RNA Prime Beef Young Judges Competition (using Led Steers) and Queensland Ag Shows Prime Beef Competition (using Led Steers)

Tuesday 8 August

Prime Beef Judging and Awards

8am – 11am

Silverdale Saleyards Silverdale Saleyards

Prime Beef Auction

After completion of judging (approximately 11.30am)

Thursday 10 August

2023 RNA Premier Beef Presentation (Prime Beef & Led Steer Awards)

Royal International Convention Centre

8.30am

Saturday 12 August

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THE CREAM OF QUEENSLAND’S DAIRY CATTLE INDUSTRY HAS BEEN GATHERING AT THE EKKA FOR MORE THAN A CENTURY. Around 150 head of dairy cattle will be judged on the Main Arena. Six breeds will be displayed, competing on the quality of their milk and appearance. An extra $10,000 in prize money is on offer this year, making it one of the richest competitions of its kind in Australia. The additional prize money takes the total amount on offer to $32,000. The best time to see the dairy cattle being judged is from Wednesday 16 to Friday 18 August.

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DAIRY CATTLE TIMETABLE

DATE

EVENT

TIME

LOCATION

Milking Competition Youth Team Challenge

5:30am 9am – 11am 11am – 12noon

LAP Level 1 Dairy Pavilion Ring Dairy Pavilion Ring Dairy Pavilion Ring Dairy Pavilion Ring

RNA Young Paraders Competition RNA Young Judges Competition All Breeds Youth Show Grand Parade Milking Competition

Wednesday 16 August

1pm – 3pm 3pm – 4pm

4:30pm 5:30pm

Main Arena LAP Level 1

5:30am

LAP Level 1

Thursday 17 August

Milking Competition

All Breed Junior, Intermediate Udder and Intermediate Dairy Classes Judging n Ayrshire n Jersey n Brown Swiss n Illawarra n Guernsey n Holstein Junior, Intermediate Udder Interbreed and Intermediate Interbreed Dairy Classes Judging n Ayrshire n Jersey n Brown Swiss n Illawarra n Guernsey n Holstein Senior Dairy Cow Classes Judging n Ayrshire n Jersey n Brown Swiss n Illawarra n Guernsey n Holstein Senior Interbreed Judging n Ayrshire n Jersey n Brown Swiss n Illawarra n Guernsey n Holstein Premier Breeder’s Award and Most Successful Exhibitor

9am – 11am

Main Arena

At the completion of All Breed Junior, Intermediate Udder and Intermediate Dairy Classes Judging

Main Arena

1pm – 2:30pm

Main Arena

Friday 18 August

At the completion of Senior Dairy Cow Classes Judging

Main Arena

At the completion of Senior Inter- breed Judging

Main Arena

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SOME OF AUSTRALIA’S BEST HORSES AND RIDERS COMPETE AT THE EKKA EACH YEAR. More than 15 breeds of horses will be showcased on the Main Arena, with some of the riders as young as two years old. The best time to see the horses being judged is from Monday 14 to Sunday 20 August.

The new Queensland Off-The Track Program Showcase class in the Showjumping Competition is offering the largest prize money ($50,000) paid for any Off-The- Track exclusive showjumping class in Australia. The class promotes life after racing opportunities for retired racehorses.

Thoroughbred and Standardbred Day is a race day style event where the two versatile racing breeds compete for the sought-after Champion of their Breed Title. This is one of the most glamourous days at the Ekka, with the horse handlers presenting their animals to the judges in their formal race attire. The Fashions on the Field Competition presented by Brisbane Racing Club is also held on this day, with more than $6,000 worth of prizes to be won across nine competition classes.

HORSE TIMETABLE DATE EVENT

TIME

Sunday 13 August

Riders with Disabilities

9am-11:30am

Thoroughbred and Standardbred Day Turnout RNA Young Judges Competition Gentleman Rider Classes Welsh Ponies Welsh Moutain Ponies - Led Welsh Ponies of Cob Type & Welsh Cobs Welsh Pony Under Saddle Novice Show Hunter Galloway Open Show Hunter Galloway Part Bred Welsh Ponies - Led Shetland Ponies - Led Part Bred Welsh Ponies - Under Saddle Shetland Ponies - Ridden Novice Show Hacks Open Show Hacks Novice Show Hunter Hack Clydesdales - Led Australian Ponies - Led Australian Saddle Ponies - Led Show Galloway Hacks Percherons - Led Percherons Part Bred - Led Clydesdales - Under Saddle Percheron - Under Saddle Percheron Part Bred - Under Saddle Percheron Part Bred - Working Australian Pony - Under Saddle Australian Saddle Ponies - Under Saddle Riding Ponies - Show Hunter - Led Open Show Hunter Hacks Clydesdale - Working Percheron - Working Open Show Hacks Lady Rider Classes

8am-12pm & 1pm-3pm 3pm-4pm 3pm-4.30pm 4pm-6pm

Monday 14 August

9am-12pm 9:am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm

8:30am-12pm 8:30am-12pm 2pm-6pm 2pm-6pm 2pm-6pm 2pm-6pm 2pm-6pm 2pm-6pm 1:30pm-3pm 3pm-6pm 8:30am-10am 10am-12pm 8am-12pm 8am-12pm 8am-12pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-6pm 1pm-4:30pm 1pm-4:30pm 1pm-4:30pm 1pm-6pm

Tuesday 15 August

Wednesday 16 August

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