Championing Shearing Skill and Tradition
In partnership with Vetmed, PGW sponsors the National Shearing Circuit, celebrating the skill, dedication and professionalism of New Zealand's shearing community. Running from October to March, the circuit brings together leading shearers from around the country. Shearers are tested over five qualifying rounds, demonstrating their abilities across five wool types before culminating with the top 12 shearers competing at the Golden Shears in Masterton.
Key Event Information
| VENUE | DATE |
CHAMPIONSHIP | BREED |
| Alexandra | 2-3 October 2026 |
NZ Merino Shearing Championships (Compulsory) | Merino |
| Waimate | 9-10 October 2026 |
NZ Spring Shears | Romney Full Wool |
| Christchurch | 12-13 November 2026 |
NZ Corriedale Shearing/Woolhandling Championships | Corriedale |
| Marton | 7 February 2027 |
Rangitikei Shears | Romney Lambs |
| Pahiatua | 28 February 2027 |
Pahiatua Shears (Compulsory) | Romney Second Shear |
| Masterton | 4-6 March 2027 |
Golden Shears | Multi Breeds |
Vetmed
Vetmed is a proud sponsor of the National Shearing Circuit and has an extensive range of animal health products, developed for New Zealand Farms
Backing the National Shearing Circuit
The National Shearing Circuit has been recognising excellence in shearing since 1972, showcasing the skill, precision and dedication that underpin New Zealand's sheep and wool industry. Since 2001, we have been a principal sponsor of the circuit, helping celebrate the people and communities that keep this important industry thriving.
Today, through the partnership between PGW and Vetmed, the circuit continues to bring together leading shearers from across the country while highlighting the vital role professional shearing plays in producing high-quality New Zealand wool.
National Shearing Circuit News
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The road to Golden Shears starts again
A new season of the PGG Wrightson / Vetmed National Shearing Circuit gets underway in October, setting some of New Zealand’s best shearers on a five-round journey that will test their skill across the country and across five different wool types. The first points of the 2026/27 PGG Wrightson /...
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From Te Kuiti to the top: Jack Fagan claims the PGG Wrightson / Vetmed National Shearing Circuit title
For Jack Fagan, winning the PGG Wrightson / Vetmed National Shearing Circuit wasn’t just a moment of glory, it was the result of a 15-year journey built on grit, discipline, world travel, and a love of life on the land. Now 33, Jack has been shearing since he left school, carving out a career that...
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Top shearers prepare for national circuit decider at the Golden Shears
As the shearing season moves into its final stretch, attention turns to Masterton and the final of the PGG Wrightson Vetmed National Shearing Circuit at the Golden Shears. The event marks the conclusion of a nationwide series that has seen competitors travel the length of the country since October...
Video or image
The road to Golden Shears starts again
A new season of the PGG Wrightson / Vetmed National Shearing Circuit gets underway in October, setting some of New Zealand’s best shearers on a five-round journey that will test their skill across the country and across five different wool types. The first points of the 2026/27 PGG Wrightson /...
Video or image
From Te Kuiti to the top: Jack Fagan claims the PGG Wrightson / Vetmed National Shearing Circuit title
For Jack Fagan, winning the PGG Wrightson / Vetmed National Shearing Circuit wasn’t just a moment of glory, it was the result of a 15-year journey built on grit, discipline, world travel, and a love of life on the land. Now 33, Jack has been shearing since he left school, carving out a career that...
Video or image
Top shearers prepare for national circuit decider at the Golden Shears
As the shearing season moves into its final stretch, attention turns to Masterton and the final of the PGG Wrightson Vetmed National Shearing Circuit at the Golden Shears. The event marks the conclusion of a nationwide series that has seen competitors travel the length of the country since October...