And this year, five out of six of semi-retired shearer and presser Nuki Gordon’s kids will be competing in the event that kicks off later this week.
David, Joseph and Adam Gordon will enter shearing categories, while Cushla and Samantha will contend for woolhandling titles - and both have partners who shear too.
“It’s in her name so yeah, it’s just always been a big part of what we do.
“When you’re in the shearing shed, it’s just what you do. You go out with your parents, who help you, you learn to work hard.”
The 34-year-old has competed in the Golden Shears since she was 16 - and has been contracting all summer and putting in the mahi to prepare for the contest.
“I’d really love to make the open world handling final, I’ve never made the final,” she said.