FAQs

Find out more about how to enter the Melbourne Royal Beef Carcase Competition by taking a look at some frequently asked questions.
What are the veterinary prerequisites?

All exhibits must be tested for Pestivirus (Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Virus) and certified as non PI (Persistently Infected). Exhibitors must provide a signed veterinary certificate or laboratory report, listing animals and their identification upon entry.

When do entries open and close?

Entries for the Melbourne Royal Beef Carcase Competition opened on Wednesday 29 May 2024, and closed on Thursday 18 July 2024.

Join the mailing list to be kept up to date on next years competition: https://www.melbourneroyal.com.au/beef-carcase/subscribe-beef-carcase/

What cards are accepted for the payment of my online entry?

Only Visa and MasterCard credit cards are supported as payment methods.

When is arrival at Melbourne Royal Show?

Beef Carcase Competition animals can arrive on Wednesday 25 September 2024.

When is judging at Melbourne Royal Show?

Beef Carcase Competition judging will be completed on Saturday 28 September and Sunday 29 September.

When is departure from Melbourne Royal Show?

Beef Carcase Competition exhibitors can depart on the evening of Sunday 29 September.

When is the Melbourne Royal Show?

The dates for the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show are 26 September – 6 October. 

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