School Work Competitions
Teachers, inspire your students to be part of something special at this year's Rocky Show School Work Competitions!
We're inviting class projects from kindergarten through high school that creatively engage around reduce, re-use and recycling themes, scarecrow Garden Guardians and the popular Transform-a-bull.
Individual entries are also welcomed, giving your creative students additional opportunities to showcase their talents.
Whether your class is exploring agriculture, creating artwork inspired by nature, or designing innovative recycled fashions, there's a place for every student to shine.
The School Work Competitions are a wonderful way to bring your curriculum to life while connecting students with their local community.
They're the perfect way to wrap up a term project or extend your class's exploration of sustainability, farming, and creative arts.
Parents, does your child have a passion for creating, growing, or designing? Individual entries are warmly welcomed - this is a fantastic opportunity for young minds to share their projects.
The School Competitions Schedule has the full details of categories and sections for you to browse. Join us in encouraging the next generation's understanding of agriculture and environmental stewardship.
What will spectators see?
Take a walk through the array of different competitions in the Robert Schwarten Pavilion and be amazed by the creativity of the young participants.
From kindy children’s colourful interpretations of farm animals to high schoolers' sophisticated sustainable design projects, and the amazing Transform-a-bull displays there's something to inspire visitors of all ages.
Discover how local schools are teaching the next generation about the importance of farming and food production, and enjoy the whimsical scarecrow displays that combine creativity with agricultural awareness.
Class projects showcase collaborative learning in action, while individual entries demonstrate the unique talents and interests of our region's youth.
How are the School Competitions judged?
Entries are evaluated based on creativity, originality, presentation, and the relevance of the content to the chosen category.
Judges will also consider the effort and skill demonstrated in each project.
Entering the 2025 Competitions
Key dates
Nominations Close: Friday 30 May 2025
Exhibit Delivery: Please deliver to the Robert Schwarten Pavilion 8am - 4pm on Friday 6 June or Monday 9 June 2025.
Judging: Wednesday 11 June 2025
Exhibit Collection: Please collect your exhibit from the Robert Schwarten Pavilion 8am – 4pm between Monday 16 – Wednesday 19 June 2025.
How to enter
Please read the following documents before entering the School Work Competitions to ensure you understand the range of categories, how to register your entries online and the rules of competition.
School Competition Schedule
Showday Online Nomination Guide
General Competition Regulations
Nominate in the School Work Competition
Who organises the School Work Competitions?
This competition section is organised by the Rockhampton Agricultural Show Committee.
The Committee can be contacted by emailing show@rrc.qld.gov.au or calling 4936 8800
Competition supporters welcomed
The Rockhampton Agricultural Show is proud to offer the Schoolwork Competition, where young minds showcase their creativity through hands-on activities.
Currently, the School Section has no corporate or private sponsors for prize money, awards or resources.
Your support could help boost the competition to new levels and inspire more entries and greater creativity.
If you’re passionate about supporting young talent and inspiring the next generation, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact us at show@rrc.qld.gov.au to learn how you can contribute to the School Competitions at the Rockhampton Agricultural Show.