Australian Fleece Competition

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The Australian Fleece Competition is the world's largest fully measured fleece competition, drawing over 400 entries from 145 exhibitors

Each year, Nutrien Ag Solutions proudly partners with the Australian Sheep Breeders Association and the Australian Wool Testing Authority to present the Australian Fleece Competition, the largest fully measured fleece competition in the world. Held as part of the Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo, Victoria, this prestigious event showcases the best fleeces from across the country.

With entries received from all wool-growing states, the competition caters to all major wool types from Ultra Fine Merinos to British breeds. The Performance Class highlights fleeces from wool growers who shear at 6-8 month intervals. Every fleece is professionally tested to AWTA standards and also assessed subjectively by an expert judging panel.

There are multiple awards in each class, with over 50 awards on offer, including the highly coveted Grand Champion Fleece Award. More than $18,000 in total prize value is up for grabs.

Thanks to the generosity of exhibitors, the competition has raised over $240,000 for national charities over its 20-year history. In 2025, we proudly celebrate the 24th year of the Australian Fleece Competition.

This year, our Nominated National Charity is Rural Aid, which is celebrating its 10th Anniversary.
Rural Aid's mission is to support farming and rural communities before, during, and after natural disasters. They stand ready to provide essential assistance when it's needed most.

2025 Schedule

All competition fleeces were weighed and sampled for objective measurement (including length and strength), under standard procedures of the Australian Wool Testing Authority.