An RTD maker took the title of Champion Distillery at the Perth Royal Distilled Spirits awards. The announcement was shared by Drinks Trade. Meanwhile, organisers halted poultry competitions at the Finley and Berrigan shows after an H5N1 outbreak. SSBCrack covered the scrapping of the poultry events at both locations.

Despite the absent poultry contests, the shows continue. Southern Riverina News verified that event schedules remain in place without the poultry judging. The Alpine Observer & Myrtleford Times highlighted that show organisers still offer bird exhibits available. Further, The SE Voice featured coverage under the banner Bantam down the hatches.