The Agricultural Societies of Victoria
Rural Ambassador Award
Head Steward: Sharon McLean
Prizes: Local Show Level: Certificate
Travelscene sponsors winner.
2nd & 3rd prizes donated by Yarriambiack Shire
2011 State Final total prize value $10,000
Aims:
- To highlight the talent, creativity and ingenuity of young rural Victorians and in doing so encourage entrants to be role models across local communities.
- To encourage and reward enthusiastic, skillful and industrious young people living or having an involvement in rural environments.
- To assist all entrants through their participation to develop strong communication and leadership qualities.
- Enable the applicant to gain greater proficiency in their chosen field and also to develop the applicants stature and reputation in that chosen field.
Entry:
Entrants must:
- Complete the official entry form (below) and forward to your local Show Secretary. Entries close seven days prior to the show
- Provide information indicating their reason for applying for entry together with a curriculum vitae, indicating work experience, community participation and agricultural, and Show involvement if applicable.
Requirements:
- Aged over 20 and under 30 years at the 1st May of the year of the State Final.
- Enthusiastic and knowledgeable about rural life and affairs, and agricultural shows.
- Able to spend the required time at the local Show, Group Level finals and the State Final at the Royal Melbourne Show.
Download the Rural Ambassador Award Information and Application form for more details.
Judging Criteria:
Entrants must wear smart casual tailored clothing.
Entrants to be judged in accordance with the following guidelines:
| Community Involvement |
15 points |
| Country Show Involvement |
25 points |
| Rural & General Knowledge |
20 points |
| Personality |
10 points |
| Ambition/Goals |
10 points |
| Communication Skills |
10 points |
| Style, Grooming & Deportment |
10 points |
| Public Presentation (final speech) |
20 points |
| TOTAL |
120 points |
Prizes
Show Society Level - First Prize provided by society
Group Level - First Prize Certificate plus state representative jacket
RAS membership.
State Level - First Prize Prizes to the value of $8000 including $2000 cash.
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