Showgirl Award
Are you a young woman aged between 18-28 looking to make your mark in Central Queensland? The Queensland Country Life Showgirl Competition offers an incredible opportunity to showcase your talents, community spirit, and personal achievements while supporting the ag industry.
Special congratulations to the 2024 Rockhampton Showgirl winner, Emily Wickham for winning at both the Rockhampton Agricultural Show and Central Queensland Sub-Chamber finals and then went on to represent Central Queensland at Ekka.
"I honed my skills in personal development and etiquette, mingled with esteemed politicians, and proudly represented young women in agriculture."
Emily Wickham, Showgirl 2024
What Is the showgirl competition?
Proudly sponsored by the Great Western Hotel, the Rockhampton Showgirl Competition is an award that recognises and celebrates inspiring young women as ambassadors for the Rockhampton Agricultural Show.
By participating, contestants play a fundamental role in shaping the future of strong female leaders and ensuring the sustainability of the Agricultural Show movement.
The winner of the 2025 Rockhampton Showgirl Award will proudly represent the Rockhampton Agricultural Show at the Central Queensland Sub-Chamber Showgirl Awards. If selected as the CQ Sub-Chamber Showgirl winner, they will have the honour of representing their community in the State Queensland Showgirl Awards at Ekka.
Who Can Enter?
The Rockhampton Showgirl Award is open to young ladies, aged between 18 and 28 (as at 1 August 2025) residing in Queensland.
What Can I Win?
First Place Prize Package - Valued at Over $1,000
The first-place winner will receive a generous $1,000 cash award. Alongside the monetary prize, the winner is honoured with a prestigious official sash and a beautiful bouquet of celebratory flowers. One of the most exciting aspects of the win is the civic recognition: the first place winner will be extended a special mayoral invitation as a guest to all civic events in the following 12 months. This unique opportunity offers unprecedented access to community leadership and networking opportunities.
Runner-Up Rewards - Valued at Over $500
Even our runner-up receives remarkable recognition that celebrates their achievements. The second-place contestant is awarded a $500 prize consisting of cash and vouchers. Like the first-place winner, the runner-up is presented with an official sash, symbolising their accomplishment, and presented with commemorative flowers to mark their success in the competition.
What will be my Roles & Responsibilities?
The Showgirl Competition offers an exciting opportunity for participants to engage with their community, develop personal skills, and represent the Rockhampton Agricultural Show in the lead-up to the event. Stay organised and mark the below important dates in your calendar to ensure you can meet the expectations of the Rockhampton Showgirl Competition.
11 February: Nominee Meet and Greet
Begin your journey with a special introduction to the Show Committee. This event marks the official start of your Showgirl Competition experience and provides you with all the key information required to achieve your best.
12 February – 29 April: Community Volunteering & Professional Development Workshop
Participants are required to give back to the community through meaningful volunteer work during these dates. You will also boost your confidence and public speaking skills through a dedicated workshop organised by the Show Committee.
29 May – 1 June: Rockhampton Show Promotion
Nominees will help the Show Committee promote the Rockhampton Agricultural Show by assisting with event ticket sales at Stockland Rockhampton and distributing show programs.
7 June: Nominee Celebration and Q&A
With our Showgirl sponsor the Great Western Hotel you are invited to a special event highlighting the journeys of all nominees, featuring a judged on-stage Q&A session and the opportunity to showcase individual stories and achievements with attendees.
12 June: Showgirl Announcement and Grand Parade
The pinnacle of the competition, the announcement of the 2025 Rockhampton Agricultural Show Showgirl takes place at the Grand Parade as part of the official Rockhampton Agricultural Show opening.
12 June: Show Competition Awards Presentation and Q&A Panel
The Showgirl winner and nominees will provide support to the various section committees by presenting awards and ribbons across competitions including cattle, poultry, school work and more.
12 – 13 June: Fashion Parade
The Showgirl winner and nominees will help local clothing businesses showcase their fashion collections by modelling the latest looks on the Community Stage on both days of the Show.
How will I be judged?
Entrants in the competition will be evaluated on a range of criteria that reflect the qualities celebrated by the Queensland Country Life Showgirls Award. Judges will assess personal and professional ambitions, community involvement, and general knowledge spanning local to international topics. Participants will also demonstrate their awareness of the agricultural industry, including its challenges and their impact on communities, as well as their commitment to Agricultural Shows. Key attributes such as personal presentation, leadership, public speaking, confidence, and engagement with others will play a significant role, culminating in an on-stage interview showcasing their ability to inspire and connect.
How Do I Nominate?
Are you ready to represent the Rockhampton Agricultural Show and make a difference in your community?
Please ensure you have read the Conditions of Entry(PDF, 94KB) before completing the Nomination Form here.(PDF, 439KB)
Please email your completed nomination form to show@rrc.qld.gov.au by midnight on Sunday 2 February 2025.