The Cairns Showgirl Awards recognise and celebrate young women who demonstrate leadership, community involvement, confidence, and a commitment to the Cairns Show and agricultural industries.

The program has provided many women across Far North Queensland with the opportunity to become involved in one of Australia’s most valued traditions – their local Agricultural Show – while building confidence, professional skills, and lifelong connections.

Our aim is to support and develop connected, resilient young women while strengthening participation in the Show Movement and ensuring its sustainability throughout the region.

The winner of the Cairns Showgirl Awards will represent the Cairns Show Association at the North Queensland Sub-Chamber Showgirl Awards. If selected, the Sub-Chamber winner may progress to represent their community at the Queensland State Showgirl Awards.

 

What’s Involved?

The Cairns Show is the largest regional agricultural show in Australia, proudly connecting the city with the country by showcasing rural industries to Cairns and surrounding communities.

As a Cairns Showgirl Ambassador, your primary role is to promote the Cairns Show and the Cairns Show Association. Ambassadors are expected to attend the majority of the three-day Show and participate in official duties and community engagement activities.

 

Roles & Activities at the Cairns Show

• Promote agriculture and the Cairns Show through media interviews

• Attend official functions including the President’s Luncheons

• Engage with Members of Parliament, local government, businesses, and the public

• Promote the Cairns Show on social media

• Participate in the Opening Ceremony (Main Arena Centre Stage)

• Judge competitions and present awards

• Attend the Ladies Afternoon Tea event

• Enjoy complimentary entry as an Official Guest

 

Roles & Activities Outside the Show

• Attend the Cairns Show Wine Awards

• Attend the Cairns Show Auto Spectacular

• Represent Cairns at the QCAS Northern Sub-Chamber Showgirl Finals

• Participate in the Warwick Show exchange program

• Join the Mareeba Rodeo Downtown Parade

• March in the Cairns Festival Parade & Babinda Harvest Festival Parade

• Represent the Cairns Show at local agricultural and community events

 

Who Can Enter?

The Award is open to young women residing within the Cairns region who are aged 18 to 28 years in the year of the State Finals.

The role promotes the Cairns Show and agricultural industries while providing opportunities to develop leadership, confidence, and community engagement skills.

Entrants are assessed on:

• personality and confidence

• ambition and life goals

• general, show, rural, and agricultural knowledge

• communication and presentation skills

This is not a beauty contest nor an academic test. The award recognises young women who positively represent the Cairns Show and promote a healthy, community-minded lifestyle.

 

Key Dates

Entries close: Friday 6th March
Awards Night: Friday 27 March
Location: Bungalow Hotel

 

How to Enter

Please read the Conditions of Entry to ensure a successful application.

Submit completed forms to: [email protected]
📞 (07) 4042 6699 for enquiries

 

Why Enter?

• Build confidence and leadership skills
• Represent your community
• Expand your professional network
• Promote agriculture and regional life
• Gain unforgettable experiences and friendships