Distinguished Service & Achievement Awards 2026
30 Oct 2026
Congratulations to the following recipients of Melbourne Royal Distinguished Service & Achievement Awards presented at the 2026 Melbourne Royal Show.
Honorary Life Membership
Anne-Marie Primmer
In recognition of dedicated service and contribution to the Melbourne Royal Art, Craft and Cookery Competition for more than 45 years including voluntary service as a judge and steward; and awarded the Most Successful Cookery Exhibitor fifteen times.
Speed The Plough
Brian Daniels
In recognition of dedicated service and contribution to the Melbourne Royal Poultry Competition for more than 20 years including as an exhibitor and serving as a volunteer, judge and steward.
Gael Wilcock
In recognition of dedicated service and contribution to the Melbourne Royal All-Breeds Championship Show serving as a volunteer and a member of the Melbourne Royal Dogs Committee since 2012 including Committee Chair from 2023 to 2026.
Heather Tilley
In recognition of dedicated service to the Melbourne Royal Action Dogs Competition serving as a volunteer and a member of the Melbourne Royal Dogs Committee since 2012.
Allan Draper
In recognition of dedicated service to the Melbourne Royal Woodchop Competition for more 30 years including as an exhibitor, trophy supporter, Steward-in-Chief and the Chief Handicapper since 2012.
Warren Pawsey
In recognition of dedicated service to the Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards for more than 18 years including generously sharing industry knowledge and expertise serving as a volunteer on Melbourne Royal’s Beer Industry Advisory Group and as a Judge from 2013 to 2025.
Garryowen Hall of Fame 2026
Exceptional Service – Rob Gaylard
Rider – Margot Haynes
Horse – Orlando