Alexandra woolhandler and shearer Pagan Karauria has provided one of the highlights for New Zealand on day three of the world shearing championships in France.

The 30-year-old won the All Nations Open woolhandling final.

The 18th Golden Shears World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships are being held in the French town of Le Dorat.

There was also a big New Zealand win in the All Nations Senior shearing final.