New in 2025

New Challenges, New Creations: Melbourne Royal Art, Craft & Cookery Competition

Get ready to ignite your imagination. Melbourne Royal is thrilled to announce the Preview Schedule for the prestigious Art, Craft & Cookery Competition is now available.

That's right! Your first glimpse into this celebrated Blue Ribbon event is here, offering a sneak peek at all the exciting new opportunities, diverse classes and sections. 

With almost 500 classes on offer, there's bound to be a perfect category to ignite your passion and showcase your unique talents. 

Showcase problem-solving with Creative Design Challenges 

Ready to put your creative skills to the test? Dive into the Creative Design Challenges at the start of the craft section.  

These challenges present you with unique briefs containing specific scenarios or problems that require a creative design solution.  

They are designed to push your thinking and allow you to demonstrate your innovative approach to a given task - and with four brand-new classes, you'll find double the opportunities to participate this year. 

For even more chances to showcase your talents, make sure to explore the challenge classes within various sections, like our exciting new Photography Challenges: 

  • Let me Take a Cell-fie: Encouraging mobile phone photography. 
  • Right This Instant: Photography taken with a polaroid instant camera. 
Whole new world of flavour in preserves: Welcome to fermentation 

Get ready to explore the delicious and gut-friendly world of fermentation. 

Showcase your innovative techniques and mastery in creating a wide array of fermented vegetables.  

Whether you specialise in traditional methods or experimental flavour combinations, this section offers a challenge to elevate your fermentation game. 

It's time to get those cultures bubbling and create award-winning ferments. 

Technology meets creativity in dynamic new craft classes 

Innovation is at the heart of craft, and Melbourne Royal is committed to showcasing its ever-expanding horizons.  

This year has seen the introduction of a Technology Craft section, opening a wealth of new opportunities for creators.  

New classes include: 

  • 3D Printing: Bring your digital designs to life in physical form. 
  • Vinyl Cutting: Explore the versatile world of personalised decals and designs. 
  • Short Animation/Film: Tell your story through the increasingly popular art of short animation and film. 
Delicious new additions to Cookery 

Get ready for exciting new additions to the Cookery section. This year, Melbourne Royal is fostering both family fun and global exploration with two fantastic new classes. 

Baking Together Challenge 

Gather your loved ones and embark on a fun-filled culinary adventure. 

This brand-new class offers a fantastic opportunity for families to collaborate in the kitchen, creating memories and mouthwatering treats.  

Whether you're a multi-generational baking team or a parent-child duo, this is your chance to bond, learn together and showcase your collective baking prowess.  

Get ready for some sweet family time and the chance to create something truly special. 

Cultural Biscuits & Traditional Cookies 

Embark on a delicious journey around the world without leaving your kitchen.  

This new class invites you to explore and celebrate the rich tapestry of baking traditions by creating cultural biscuits and traditional cookies.  

Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase the unique flavours, techniques and stories behind your cherished treats. 

Compete for the Blue Ribbon and prizes 

Imagine the pride of taking home a coveted Blue Ribbon and your share in prizes. It's time to start planning award-winning entries that showcase your exceptional skills.