GRACIE Brownlie might only be 16 years-of-age, but the Bombala shearer will be a force to be reckoned with when she fronts up for the novice division of the third annual Mitchell Power Quick Shear event on Saturday June 15.

Ms Brownlie, who was a close friend of Mitchell Power, the late local shearer for whom the event is held in memory, has taken part in the competition since its inception and is one of the youngest shearers to compete for a prize pool of more than $20,000 in cash and trophies.

Between 80 and 100 shearers are expected to descend on the Imperial Hotel in Bombala for the event, which will be contested in four categories - novice, intermediate, open and senior. Sheep will be provided by Delegate Station, also a major sponsor of the event.

A calcutta will be run for the open finals.

The day, which will get underway at 8am, will feature adult and kids novelty events, a dash4cash, market stalls and entertainment provided by Ross Webb and the Rusted Track Luke Combs Tribute Show.

Three judges, all friends of Mr Power, will donate their time to judge the competition which will be based on speed, with points lost for various shearing errors.

Mitchell Power was a local shearer who died by his own hand at the age of 22 in December 2021.

His mother, Tracy, told The Monaro Media Group it was a great event for spectators.

"The first year we held it, people were amazed," she said.

Aside from showcasing shearing skills, one of the main purposes of the Mitchell Power Quick Shear is to raise awareness and funds for mental health support.

"We had no idea Mitchell wasn't well," Mrs Power said. "No one ever expected it. He was happy, a loveable kind young man.

"Men don't tend to talk about their problems or seek help and we hope we can help that in some one through this event."

The middle son of three, Mr Power, according to his mum, always wanted to be a shearer and spent a lot of time on his grandparents' property at Bombala. Later, he travelled Australia and New Zealand working as a shearer.

The initial Mitchell Power Quick Shear event was organised by Mr Power's partner Heidi and mate Leigh to celebrate his birthday on June 18 and raise mental health awareness.

"It was so successful and well supported, that we decided to make it an annual event," Mrs Power said.

"Everyone looks forward to it and it gives us the opportunity to raise funds for different charities."

Funds raised through entry fees and the sale of merchandise this year will go to Jeanine Kimm's women's shearing world record attempt for Rural Aid and a local family.

Entries can be made online at https://mitchellpowermemorialquickshear.myshopify.com or on the day. Fees are $50 novice, $60 intermediate, $70 seniors and $80 open. The winner of the open category will receive $6500, intermediate $2000, senior $3500 and novice $500 with cash prizes for runners up as well.