The Australian Rodeo Queen Quest is a unique opportunity for young rural women to represent the sport of rodeo both nationally and internationally. Through this prestigious competition, entrants gain lifelong skills, forge new connections, and become ambassadors for the rodeo way of life.

For more than two decades, women from across Australia have travelled to the Gold Coast, Queensland, to take part in the Quest. During this exciting and demanding week, an independent panel of judges—comprising civic leaders, rodeo professionals, and businesspeople—assesses each contestant across a broad range of criteria.

Participants are judged on personality, appearance, and horsemanship, with scoring based on a variety of scheduled activities, including:

• Public speaking

• Interviews

• Modelling and presentation

• Horsemanship patterns

• Written examinations

While the competition is rigorous, the experience is made enjoyable through media appearances, social functions, luncheons, and community promotions—creating memories that last well beyond the final night.

At the end of the week, scores are tallied, and the highest-scoring entrant is crowned Ms Rodeo Queen of Australia. The winner receives a major prize: a 21-day overseas trip (terms and conditions apply), which includes airfares, accommodation, and transport to key international rodeo events such as:

• The Calgary Stampede (Canada)

• Dallas–Fort Worth

• Denver

• Cheyenne Frontier Days

• Los Angeles (USA)

As the Quest continues to grow, we’re proud of the incredible young women who have represented both the Australian Rodeo Queen Quest and the National Rodeo Council of Australia — and we look forward to welcoming the next generation of rodeo ambassadors.

Interested in becoming our next Queen?

Call (02) 6737 3777 (Business Hours) or (02) 6737 3641 (After Hours), or email enquire@australianrodeoqueen.com.au to find out how to apply.