Woodchop & Sawing

Competition Overview 

The Woodchop and Sawing Competition has been held at the Ekka for more than a century. Axemen and women come from across the country to compete for equal prize money.

In addition to cash prizes, the following titles are awarded:

• Champion Axeman of Show
• Junior Champion Axeman of Show
• Most Successful Competitor
• Most Successful Lady Competitor
• Councillors Best and Fairest
• Champion Queensland Axeman of the Year

The Ekka is very excited to host the following Australian Titles:

• 325mm Standing Block
• 350mm Underhand
• 325mm Tree Felling
• 300mm Standing Block Hard-Hitting

The competition is a show highlight and is one of the largest competitions at the Ekka.