Young achievers
Recognising our talented community young achievers
This award was established to recognise younger people in the rural community who are really excelling, and who show the necessary skills and personality to succeed in life. Each candidate is assessed on the following criteria: o Achievements and/or Employmento Community Involvement o Leadership Skills o Personality The winner receives a generous cash prize, and the Matson & Allan Trophy, awarded in the main ring following the grand parade.
To be eligible, each nominee should be aged 30 or younger, and be available for a short interview in the week leading up to show day.
For further information, or to nominate a candidate, please contact Gareth, on 021 622 196.
To be eligible, each nominee should be aged 30 or younger, and be available for a short interview in the week leading up to show day.
For further information, or to nominate a candidate, please contact Gareth, on 021 622 196.
Previous Winners
2025: Hannah King
2024: Maddi Thompson
2023 : Amelia Ridgen
2022 : Sophie Thomas
2021 : Covid Year Not Awarded
2020 : Lizzie Wilson
