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Tripe.Iscariot’s victory at the Melbourne Royal Wine Awards marks a defining moment for both the winery and Chenin Blanc’s evolving role in Australian winemaking. Recognised with the trophy for Best Single Varietal White, their wine, Kroos, represents a bold vision for Chenin Blanc’s place in Australia’s wine story. We spoke to the dedicated team at Tripe.Iscariot to learn about their journey, their award-winning wine, and what this accolade means for the future.

Entries will open soon for the Melbourne Royal ® Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA), the world’s largest annual beer competition evaluating both draught and packaged beer. In 2025, the Awards will introduce a Cider and Perry category, four new trophies and three new beer classes.

As we approach the festive season, it is an opportunity to reflect and celebrate our 2024 achievements and in doing so acknowledge and thank those who have assisted us during the year.

The festive season is the perfect excuse to elevate your entertaining game, and Melbourne Royal is here to help! We’ve rounded up the crème de la crème of our 2024 Food & Beverage Award winners to make your Christmas spread truly unforgettable.

On Tuesday 10 December, Noelene King retired as a director of the Melbourne Royal Board, ending an impressive 13-year tenure with Melbourne Royal. But this is only the latest chapter in her remarkable journey of over five decades of dedication to Melbourne Royal, the Show, and the agricultural community.