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The festive season is the perfect excuse to elevate your entertaining game, and Melbourne Royal is here to help! We’ve rounded up the crème de la crème of our 2024 Food & Beverage Award winners to make your Christmas spread truly unforgettable.

On Tuesday 10 December, Noelene King retired as a director of the Melbourne Royal Board, ending an impressive 13-year tenure with Melbourne Royal. But this is only the latest chapter in her remarkable journey of over five decades of dedication to Melbourne Royal, the Show, and the agricultural community.

On Saturday, 5 October, the Melbourne Royal All Breeds Championship Show crowned its champions for 2024, celebrating the finest in Australian dog breeding and handling.

On Thursday 16 May, the best breweries and beers from across Australia and around the world were recognised for brewing excellence at the iconic Victoria Pavilion at Melbourne Showgrounds. Stone & Wood once again made its mark in the Australian beer scene, taking home the coveted Champion Australian Beer title at the 2024 Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA). The winning brew, their Hinterland Big Pale, captured the attention of judges with its balanced yet bold flavours, securing a well-deserved top spot.

The Melbourne Royal Sheep Competition, held on Friday, September 27, at the Melbourne Royal Show, celebrated the finest achievements in sheep breeding from across the region. This prestigious event, with over 150 years of tradition, continues to unite seasoned breeders and aspiring farmers in a celebration of excellence, innovation, and dedication.