The search is on for Rocky’s Showgirl and Rural Ambassador!

The search is on for Rocky's Showgirl and Rural Ambassador!

Published on 16 April 2024

The 2024 Rockhampton Agricultural Show is going back to its roots of bringing together future leaders who have a deep appreciation for rural life as Rural Ambassadors and inviting young women to participate in Showgirl, one of Australia's greatest traditions spanning 40 years.

Rockhampton Region Mayor, Tony Williams is excited to see these traditions brought back to the Rockhampton Agricultural Show.

"There's an abundance of potential leaders in our region and the Rural Ambassador and Showgirl Awards provide a platform to advocate the importance of agriculture and our local Show," Mr Garven said.

"We are searching for passionate individuals who embody the rural spirit and are actively involved in the Show movement. It's your chance to inspire the next generation of leaders and advocate the importance of agriculture in our region."

"Participants in the Rural Ambassador and Showgirl Awards have the chance to each win $1000 with the runner-ups receiving a cash and prizes combo worth $500."

Advance Rockhampton Tourism and Events Manager, Zac Garven is encouraging locals who are eligible to participate in the Awards to take advantage of this unique professional development opportunity.

"If you are looking to kickstart your career in the ag industry, both awards offer valuable experience to gain personal and professional growth while refining leadership skills."

"Being a participant in the Rural Ambassador and Showgirl Awards will unlock exciting opportunities such as building connections with local businesses and networking with ag industry leaders."

Winners of the Awards will become Rockhampton's representative and proceed to the Sub Chamber judging who if successful, will go to the State Final which is held during the Royal Queensland Show in Brisbane.

It's a rewarding experience to support your local Show and give back to your community. Get involved and register your interest for the Rural Ambassador or Showgirl Awards online at www.rockyshow.com.au/competitions

Applications close midnight, 13 May 2024.

The 2024 Rockhampton Agricultural Show is a joint initiative of Rockhampton Regional Council and the Queensland Government.

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What is the Showgirl Award?

Over the past 40 years, the Queensland Showgirl Awards has gained a significant profile and is recognised for its role in developing young female leaders and shaping them into women of influence in their local or wider communities.

The Queensland Country Life Showgirl Awards are hosted at all levels of the agricultural show movement in Queensland - at a local level, a regional (Sub-Chamber) level, and a State level coinciding with the Royal Queensland Show in August.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Female 18 to 28 years of age
• Live in the Rockhampton area or surrounds (Yeppoon, Gladstone, Biloela and Mackay)
• Married women and women with children are welcome to apply.

What is the Rural Ambassador Program?

The aim of the Rural Ambassador Award is to highlight the importance of young people in rural and regional Queensland, in particular those associated with the Agricultural Show. The award identifies those people actively involved in their local Show, who have a sound knowledge of current rural issues affecting their local areas, Queensland and Australia and have a strong affiliation with agriculture.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Male or Female 20 to 30 years of age
• Live in the Rockhampton area or surrounds (Yeppoon, Gladstone, Biloela and Mackay)

Prizes

Rural Ambassador and Showgirl Prizes:

Winner: $1000

Runner Up: Cash + Prizes combo worth $500

About Agricultural Shows Queensland

Agricultural Shows of Australia (ASA) has been established to promote the role and significance of Australian Agricultural Shows to the wider community. The ASA's vision is a strong and vibrant network of Agricultural Shows working together to engage, influence and promote the essential value of Australian agriculture. The membership of the ASA is made up of capital city Royal Agricultural Societies and state-based Agricultural Show bodies, together representing over 580 agricultural shows, with a combined economic value of $965 million annually.

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