To Examine Wine Quality and Style in the Context of a Tropical Location!
The inaugural Cairns Show Wine Awards held by the Cairns Show Association took place in 1992, and has been held annually since that date.
In 2026, we are proud to celebrate our 34th Wine Awards Anniversary!
The Awards shine a spotlight on wine style, appropriate food pairings, and overall wine quality. Their significance is particularly notable in the Far North of Australia, a region known for its robust tourism and hospitality industry.
The event’s reputation has been built on a firm commitment to internationally recognised judging criteria and the participation of high-trained Judges and Officials, lending creditability to the Cairns Show Wine Awards. The national recognition within the industry is evident form the calibre of Judges attracted to the event.
While the primary focus of the Awards is to acknowledge exceptional wines through the awarding of Trophies and Medals, it also aims to promote the event within the local wine market and provide exposure for wineries who enter. Following the completion of the Judging Process the general public is invited to attend our Public Tasting event.
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Terms & Conditions
Cairns Show Wine Awards – Terms and Conditions
Organiser: Cairns Show Association
These Terms and Conditions apply to all entries submitted for the Cairns Show Wine Awards. Submission of an entry constitutes full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Non-compliance will result in disqualification without refund.
1. Eligibility
The competition is open only to Australian wineries, winemakers, and producers legally licensed to produce and sell wine in Australia.
All wine entries must be both produced and bottled in Australia.
To qualify, wines must be commercially available for purchase in Australia and accessible to Cairns consumers by June 2026.
2. Entry Requirements
All entries must be submitted using the official entry form, either online or in hard copy.
Entries must be complete, accurate, and submitted with full payment of the applicable entry fee.
A minimum of two (2) x 750ml bottles per entry must be provided for judging.
All entries must be received no later than Friday, 5th June 2026. Late entries will not be accepted under any circumstances.
3. Entry Fees
The entry fee is $20.00 (incl. GST) per wine.
All fees must be paid in full at the time of submission.
Entry fees are strictly non-refundable, except where an entry is formally withdrawn prior to the judging date and has not been received by the organisers.
Refund requests must be submitted in writing via email to the Cairns Show Office.
4. Judging
Judging will be conducted by an independent panel of qualified judges appointed by the Cairns Show Association.
All judging is blind and assessed solely on merit.
Judges’ decisions are final and no correspondence or appeals will be accepted.
Wines are judged against a professional standard, not against each other.
Trophies and medals will be awarded strictly at the discretion of the judging panel.
5. Awards and Results
Winners will be announced at the Cairns Show and published in official communications, including the Show website, social media, printed catalogues, and media releases.
Medals and certificates will be issued to winning entries only after the conclusion of the event.
6. Delivery of Wines
Entrants are solely responsible for all shipping costs and ensuring wines are delivered in good condition by the stated deadline.
Wines must be delivered to: Cairns Show Association – Wine Awards
109-127 Mulgrave Road, Parramatta Park QLD 4870 By: Tuesday, 16th June 2026
Late or damaged deliveries will not be judged and no refunds will be provided.
7. Use of Information
By entering, participants grant the Cairns Show Association unrestricted permission to use their winery/business name, wine details, and award results for promotional and marketing purposes.
Personal information will be managed in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and the Association’s Privacy Policy.
8. Liability
The Cairns Show Association accepts no liability for lost, delayed, damaged, or misdirected entries.
All reasonable care will be taken in handling and storage; however, the Association accepts no responsibility for breakage, spoilage, or other damage.
9. Withdrawal of Entries
Withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing prior to judging.
Refunds will be issued only if the wine has not been received or judged.
No refunds or changes are permitted after judging has commenced.
10. General Conditions
The Cairns Show Association reserves the exclusive right to amend, postpone, or cancel the competition, or to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice.
Failure to comply with these Terms and Conditions will result in immediate disqualification.
Decisions made by the Cairns Show Association regarding the administration or interpretation of these Terms and Conditions are final and binding.
The Cairns Show Association is committed to safeguarding the privacy of all entrants participating in the Cairns Show Wine Awards. This Privacy Policy outlines how personal and business information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed.
By submitting an entry, entrants acknowledge and agree to the collection and use of their information as set out below.
1. Information We Collect
The Cairns Show Association collects only the information necessary to administer the Wine Awards. This may include:
Entrant’s name and contact details (phone number, email address, postal address)
Winery or business name and address
ABN (if applicable)
Details of wine entries (e.g., variety, vintage, classification)
Payment information relating to entry fees
Incomplete submissions may not be accepted.
2. How Information is Collected
Information is collected directly from entrants through:
Completion and submission of official entry forms (online or hard copy)
Direct contact by phone, email, or via the Cairns Show website
Processing of entry payments or refund requests
The Cairns Show Association does not collect information from third parties without prior written consent.
3. Purpose of Collection
Personal and business information is collected strictly for the following purposes:
Verifying eligibility and processing competition entries
Managing administration and communication for the Wine Awards
Publishing official award results (winery name, wine details, and award status) in printed and digital materials
Meeting operational, financial, and reporting requirements
Information will not be used or shared for any unrelated purpose without the entrant’s explicit written consent.
4. Disclosure of Information
Entrant information may be disclosed only to:
Judges and stewards for operational and judging purposes
Media and promotional partners for publishing results, limited to winery name and wine details only
Payment processors or IT service providers for the secure handling of entry fees and data management
Information will not be sold, rented, or distributed to any third party for marketing or commercial purposes.
5. Storage and Security
The Cairns Show Association takes all reasonable and practical steps to protect personal and business information from:
Unauthorised access or disclosure
Misuse, loss, alteration, or destruction
All records are stored securely, both physically and digitally, with access restricted to authorised personnel only.
6. Access and Correction
Entrants have the right to:
Access the personal information held about them; and
Request correction of any inaccurate or outdated details.
Requests must be made in writing to the Cairns Show Association using the contact information below. Proof of identity may be required before access or corrections are granted.
7. Retention of Information
Information is retained only for as long as is necessary to fulfil its collection purpose or as required under Australian law.
After this period, data will be securely destroyed or permanently de-identified.
8. Complaints and Enquiries
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to make a complaint regarding the handling of your personal information, please contact:
Cairns Show Association
Phone: (07) 4042 6630
Email: info@cairnswineawards.com.au
Postal Address: PO Box 811, Bungalow QLD 4870
All complaints will be handled promptly and in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
