An RTD maker took the title of Champion Distillery at the Perth Royal Distilled Spirits awards. The announcement was shared by Drinks Trade. Separately, organisers cancelled poultry competitions at the Finley and Berrigan shows in light of an H5N1 outbreak. SSBCrack detailed the axing of the poultry events at both locations.

Despite the absent poultry contests, the shows carry on. Southern Riverina News verified that event schedules go ahead without the poultry judging. The Alpine Observer & Myrtleford Times pointed out that show organisers still have bird exhibits available. In addition, The SE Voice featured coverage under the banner Bantam down the hatches.