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One of the standout winners was Gelato Gelato from regional Victoria, which took home the trophy for Champion Australian Small Dairy Producer as well as Best Gelato. Melbourne Royal had the chance to speak with Stephanie Lewis of Gelato Gelato, who shared what this achievement means for their business, the significance of the Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards, and her favourite moments from the 2024 Trophy Presentation.

Saucy Wench took home Best Dressing. Melbourne Royal had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa, the founder of Saucy Wench, who shared the impact of this award on her small business, the importance of the Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards for artisanal producers, and her unforgettable experience at the 2024 Trophy Presentation.

Melbourne Royal is incredibly grateful for the thousands of competitors who competed to win a coveted Melbourne Royal Blue ribbon and the hundreds of volunteers who generously provided their valuable time to assist us in presenting the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show.

The prestigious Melbourne Royal Distinguished Service & Achievement Awards for 2024 were celebrated on the inaugural day of the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show. The accolades were presented during the esteemed President's Lunch, held at the MasterChef Kicthen on Thursday, 26 September.

The Melbourne Royal Show proudly hosted the finals of the prestigious National Rural Ambassador competition, where each state sent their young ambassador to vie for the Australian title. Finalists, representing various industries, were interviewed by a panel of judges and enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of Melbourne Royal.