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They’re off and chopping! The 2024 Melbourne Royal Show kicked off today with an exciting first day of competition. From the nail-biting nerves of the woodchop to the on-the-edge-of-your-seat excitement of the Action Dogs, spirits were high as the first round of results rolled in.

There’s so much more to enjoy at the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show and we look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne Showgrounds from Thursday, 26 September to Sunday, 6 October. To officially open the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show on Thursday 26 September, will be Her Excellency, Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, Governor of Victoria.

Exceptional female competitors in the Beef Cattle Competition at the Melbourne Royal Show have long set the standard for dedication, expertise, and passion, breaking barriers and setting new standards in a traditionally male-dominated field.

On Tuesday 10 September, Melbourne Royal revealed its highly anticipated lineup of showbags for the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show as preparations are under way for Victoria’s most loved community and agricultural event from Thursday, 26 September until Sunday, 6 October.

Melbourne Royal is thrilled to unveil its 2024 Melbourne Royal Show sponsor and partner list, including returning Principal and Major Partners along with several new additions. With the support of these partners, the Melbourne Royal Show experience will be enhanced with even greater value and up to 12 hours of activities and entertainment per day for visitors this year.