Celebrating excellence at the 2026 Angus Youth Roundup proudly supported by Prestige Partner NH Foods
Angus Australia is proud to congratulate all award winners and participants following another outstanding Angus Youth Roundup, held from 7–11 January 2026 at the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre in Tamworth, NSW.
The 2026 Roundup once again showcased the depth of talent, passion and commitment of young people from across Australia, bringing together competitors aged 8–25 for an immersive program of hands-on education, competition and industry engagement spanning the full beef production chain, from breeding and animal handling through to processing, product quality and understanding global consumer expectations.
The event was proudly supported by Prestige Partner NH Foods, marking the fourth consecutive year of this valued collaboration.
Angus Australia CEO Scott Wright said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to developing the next generation of industry leaders.
“The Angus Youth Roundup showcases every aspect of our industry, from breeding and animal handling through to understanding processing, product quality and customer expectations. NH Foods’ ongoing support helps us develop capable, informed and passionate young people who will lead the beef industry into the future.”
NH Foods Director Andrew McDonald echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of the Roundup experience.
“The Angus Youth Roundup gives participants the chance to learn, grow and gain a real understanding of how our industry works. It’s a great initiative that brings young people together and helps set them up for a successful future in the beef industry.”
Together, Angus Australia and NH Foods continue to invest in the sustainability, innovation, and long-term success of the Australian beef industry.
ROUNDUP AWARD AND COMPETITION RESULTS
Angus Australia Intermediate Bursary – Molly Fletcher
Angus Australia Senior Bursary – Abby Dwight-Nowland
Angus Australia Business Branding Award – Olivia Laney
Bill Mayne / Texas Angus Roundup Award – Sadie Knight
Angus Youth Roundup Encouragement Award – Liv Lieb & Angus Burton
Raff Angus Internship – Hannah Weber
Merridale Angus Aspiring Breeder Award – Poppy Starr
Matthew George Citizenship Award – Will Hadley
Nowendoc Run Internship – Liv Lieb
Angus Australia Steward Award – Dean Fredrickson
NHIA Award – Jack Laurie
Champion Senior Parader – Jazmin Madden
Reserve Champion Senior Parader – Jemima Nugent
Champion Intermediate Parader – Miley O’Brien
Reserve Champion Intermediate Parader – Jayde Grylls
Champion Sub-Intermedia Parader – Fraser Wythes
Reserve Champion Sub-Intermediate Parader – Zoe Carter
Champion Junior Parader – Larny Dodds
Reserve Champion Junior Parader – Kody Stevens
Champion PeeWee Parader – Emma Davies
Reserve Champion PeeWee Parader – Abigail Tucker
Stud Heifers
Champion Junior Heifer – Nampara Winnie W53 exhibited by Maddison Hann
Reserve Champion Junior Heifer – CFI25W403 exhibited by Landen Vasquez
Champion Intermediate Heifer – PKR24 Kalied Bara V07 exhibited by Sam Lane
Reserve Champion Intermediate Heifer – Diamond Miss T38 Redwood V437 exhibited by Marcus Wythes
Champion Senior Female – JAW24V3 exhibited by Brooke Doolan
Reserve Champion Senior Female – CFI22T444 exhibited by Ella Richter
Bulls
Grand Champion Bull – Killain Turning Point W11 exhibited by Olivia Jury
Reserve Grand Champion Bull – Tr0wbridge BBB Versatile W13 exhibited by Alana Haynes
Bred and Owned
Overall Champion Bred and Owned – Versailles exhibited by Jim Taylor
Overall Reserve Champion Bred and Owned – Trowbridge BBB Lowan V80 exhibited by Sam Garvin
Commercial Heifer
Overall Champion Commercial Heifer – Nabiac Quantam’s Jestress exhibited by Fraser Wythes
Overall Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer – Napara Vixon V553 exhibited by Emily Hann
Steer
Overall Champion Steer – Chocolate exhibited by Laura Lawson
Overall Reserve Champion Steer – Charlton exhibited by Wyatt Iseppi
Grand Champion Herdsman – Casey Halliday
Grand Champion Junior Judge – Dominic Edwards
Grand Champion Parader – Miley O’Brien
THANK YOU 2026 ANGUS YOUTH NATIONAL ROUNDUP SPONSORS
CLICK HEREAngus Australia extends its congratulations to everyone who took part in the 2026 Angus Youth Roundup and especially to those recognised with awards. The standard of competition, sportsmanship and enthusiasm on display reinforces the strength of the next generation of Australian beef industry leaders.
