Far South Coast & Snowy Monaro Association of Show Societies Incorporated (FSCSMA – Group 6)
The Far South Coast & Snowy Monaro Association (FSCSMA) of Show Societies is made up of Agricultural Shows in the three LGA’s of Eurobodalla, Bega Valley, and Snowy Monaro Shires. We all belong to the Agricultural Societies Council of NSW, trading as AgShows NSW, which has 15 groups in it. FSCSMA is group 6.
FSCSMA Group 6 Competitions
Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman of the Year
The purpose of this competition is to identify ambassadors to promote the Sydney Royal Easter Show and Agricultural Shows across NSW. The program is designed to develop regional young women, to benefit the individual, the local Show, and their communities.
This is a Local, Zone, and State Competition.
For more information contact your local Show Society. Or Lindsay Boyton 0417 613 689
RM Williams RAS Rural Achiever Award
The Royal Agriculture Show Rural Achiever Award is a state-wide leadership program run by the RAS of NSW to recognise future young leaders who are working hard to make a significant contribution to their local community and rural Australia. The award aims to acknowledge the achievements of young people in primary industry and rural communities.
This is a State and National Competition.
For more information contact your local Show Society. Or Lindsay Boyton 0417 613 689
RAS/AgShowsNSW Young Judges Competition
The Young Judges Competitions aims to educate and encourage young people to become future judges in a wide field of industries.
Beef Cattle; Merino Sheep; Merino Fleece and Meat Breeds Sheep
Group Finals for these competitions are held at the Nimmitabel Show.
This is a Group and State Competition Contact Maryanne Burns (02) 6496 7267 or
Jenny Alcock (02) 6453 6244
Dairy Cattle
Group Final is held at the Bega Show.
This is a Group and State Competition Contact Phil Pittolo or
Norm Pearce 0407 260 355
Beef Cattle Paraders
Group Final is held at the Cooma Show.
This is a Group and State Competition Contact Aaron Johnson 0457 407 713
Grain
Group Final is held at the Delegate Show
This is a Group and State Competition Contact Robin Guthrie 0437 962 197
Fruit and Vegetable
Group Final is held at the Candelo Show
This is a Group and State Competition Contact John Coman 0439 262 722 or
Lorraine Thompson (02) 6493 2154
RAS/AgShowsNSW Rich Fruit Cake
The Rich Fruit Cake Competition is conducted to seek excellence in the preparation, cooking, and presentation and also to promote Australian produce.
This is a Local, Group, and State Competition Group Final is held at the Cooma Show Contact Leanne Mackay 0418 114 249
AgShowsNSW Wool Articles/Garments
The 3 Wool Articles/Garments Competition is conducted to seek excellence in the preparation and presentation of Australian wool and to promote an Australian product.
This is a Local, Group, and State Competition Group Final is held at the Cooma Show Contact Neroli O’Neill 0427 524 521
FSCSMA Quilted Patchwork
The Quilted Patchwork Competition is conducted to seek excellence in the preparation and presentation of a quilt.
This is a Local and Group Competition Group Final is held at the Bemboka Show Contact Jo Goodlock 0438 930 414
FSCSMA Group 6 Home Brew – Beer
The Home Brew Beer Competition is conducted to promote, enhance and encourage cooperation within the shows of Group 6 and to encourage excellence in the art of brewing.
This is a Local and Group Competition Group Final is held at the Dalgety Show Contact Justin Hedger 0419 629 122 or
Lindsay Boyton 0417 613 689
For more information on these and other competitions contact your local Show Society Secretary or our FSCSMA Group 6 ASC delegates Lindsay Boyton 0417 613 689 or Jackie Thompson (02) 6454 6245 or 0467 214 917.
2025 Group 6 Show Dates
| Pambula | 11th January 2025 – Horse Show Only |
| Candelo | 19th January 2025 |
| Eurobodalla | 25th & 26th January 2025 |
| Nimmitabel | 1st February 2025 |
| Cobargo | 8th to 9th February 2025 |
| Bega | Cancelled in 2025, returning in 2026 |
| Canberra Royal | 21st to 23rd February 2025 |
| Delegate | 1st March 2025 |
| Dalgety | 2nd March 2025 |
| Cooma | 8th March 2025 |
| Bemboka | 9th March 2025 |
| Bombala | 15th March 2025 |
| Sydney Royal Easter | 11th – 22nd April 2025 |