Competitor Information

• Nominations are now open via ABCRA iCompete
• Entries close 5pm Friday 3rd July
• Late entries close 12pm Monday 6th July

The following events will be conducted over two rounds and aggregate (round 1 – Friday, round 2 – Saturday), with prize money and points awarded for each round and the aggregate:

• Open Bull Ride
• Open Saddle Bronc
• Open Bareback
• Ladies Breakaway Roping
• Open Steer Wrestling
• Open Rope & Tie
• Ladies Barrel Race
• Ladies Steer Undecorating

Prize money will be allocated as:

• Round 1 - 33%
• Round 2 - 33%
• Aggregate - 33%

All remaining events will be conducted as straight-out contests.

All prize money other than State of Origin and Mazda Relay Challenge will be paid directly through ABCRA.

Competitors must collect their:

• Back number
• Competitor wristband

from the Competitors Office prior to competing.

The State of Origin competition will be conducted as an invitational event. 

Invitations will be emailed directly to eligible competitors. We strongly encourage invited competitors to accept their invitation, as the State of Origin is one of the showcase events of the weekend and is highly valued by both our competitors and the local community.

The following awards will be presented:

• All Round Cowboy
• All Round Cowgirl
• Junior All Round Cowboy
• Junior All Round Cowgirl

Winners will receive buckles/sashes and prize money

Not a part of ABCRA All Round Titles

All events will be conducted under current ABCRA Rules and Regulations.

Access to competitor areas is restricted to:

• Competitors
• Authorised personnel
• Parents/guardians with a Junior Companion Wristband

For the safety of all participants, competitors are asked to follow directions from rodeo officials at all times.

No access to arena prior to Friday

Competitor Passes

Each competitor will receive:

• One complimentary weekend entry pass

Passes will be emailed to the contact details recorded with ABCRA.

Competitors must enter through Gate 2, enter in the left lane and go to Gate 3. (no competitor entry via Gate 1)

Junior Companion Passes

Junior competitors aged 11 years and under will receive:

• One complimentary weekend companion pass

The pass will be emailed to the registered ABCRA companion.

Companions must attend the Competitors Office on arrival to receive their wristband.

Competitor Camping

Competitors wishing to camp in the designated competitor campground do not need to book online. Competitor camping area is only for immediate family or max 2 friends.

Competitors arriving before Wednesday 8 July who plan to camp must notify the Campground Check-in Office (0438 126 416) or the Rodeo Office (4092 1583) before setting up and will be charged the applicable camping rates. Camping is free from Wednesday 8 July to Sunday 12 July.

Campground rules apply: click here 

Horse Yards & Temporary Fencing

• Temporary horse fencing (area size limits will apply)
• Competitors are responsible for maintaining their camp and horse area.
• All manure, feed, and rubbish must be cleaned up before departure.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping keep the grounds clean and safe for everyone.

After the competition wraps up, we invite all competitors, families, officials, and supporters to relax and enjoy the atmosphere at the Great Northern Hill Bar.

Open until 12 midnight on Saturday (no under 18 after 10pm), it’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow competitors, celebrate the weekend’s achievements, and enjoy the camaraderie that makes the rodeo community so special.

No tickets are required – everyone is welcome.