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Local butcher dominates national awards

AWARD-WINNING FLAVOURS… Fresh from success at the 2026 Australian Charcuterie Excellence Awards, Brad's Magic Meats is offering customers the chance to taste its medal-winning products, including gold-winning Strasburg and Chicken Chilli Cheese Kabana, available in store. Pictured are Xavier Reiley, Brad Randall, and owner Brad Wootton. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

NO stranger to award-winning success, Brad’s Magic Meats has taken home a swag of honours at the 2026 Australian Charcuterie Excellence Awards.

The Shepparton butcher claimed gold medals for its Strasburg and Chicken Chilli Cheese Kabana in the Continental Smallgoods class.

Brad’s Magic Meats also earned four silver medals for its Traditional Pork Kabana, Twiggy Sticks in the Salami class, Middle Bacon Rashers in the Bacon class, and Jalapeño and Cheese Pork Kabana in the Continental Smallgoods class.

AWARD-WINNING FLAVOURS… Fresh from success at the 2026 Australian Charcuterie Excellence Awards, Brad’s Magic Meats is offering customers the chance to taste its medal-winning products, including gold-winning Strasburg and Chicken Chilli Cheese Kabana, available in store. Pictured are Xavier Reiley, Brad Randall, and owner Brad Wootton. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

Owner Brad Wootton thanked his dedicated staff and loyal customers for their ongoing support of the business and its award-winning products.

Brad Wootton first joined the butcher shop as a third-year apprentice in 2005 before taking ownership of the business just four years later. Under his leadership, Brad’s Magic Meats has built a strong reputation for premium products, innovation, and quality service.

The latest accolades add to more than 15 years of success in industry competitions, including the Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) State Sausage and Best Butchers Burger Awards, where the business secured first place in 2024.

Brad’s Magic Meats is located at 41 Vaughan St, Shepparton, and is open from 7am to 6pm weekdays and 7am to 3pm Saturdays. Customers can also find the business on social media or call 5821 4449.

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