Rodeo News December 2023

RODEO NEWS DECEMBER 2023

NFR RECAP JUNIOR STANDINGS

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONS

TOBY HALE DOMINATES! AUSTRALIAN PROFESSIONAL RODEO ASSOCIATION

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NFR COMMITTEE

The dust has settled on the 2023 Ariat APRA National Finals Rodeo and it’s time to give thanks to so many wonderful people and business who helped contribute to the event. Warning this maybe long winded!

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2023 Australian Champions. APRA are very proud of you and your performance during the NFR.Congratulations to all qualifiers in fact – You made rodeo in Australia look good!

There are so many people to thank & give credit to.

The small NFR working group this year consisted of Brad Pierce in charge of stock, Brett Cross, Shane Iker, Ben Hall, Tom Willoughby, Leah Reilly and myself. Small but we got the job done.

First and foremost, I want to thank Leah Reilly of Your Equine Agency, who works for APRA on Media and Corporate Partnerships. Leah has taken the promotion of APRA and its competitors to the next level. Her involvement from liaison with sponsors to the layout of the event, she had a hand in or offered advice every step of the way. It is very rewarding to work alongside someone with professionalism and passion to see the sport, and in particularly the NFR event grow, and can see the huge potential for progression. APRA are very lucky to have Leah on their team and the future looks bright with her on board. Two others who contributed professional NFR promotion were our Photographer Cherie Reeves and media Jade Johnson. What a team!

Special mention to the crew that helped to set up the venue – Mark Lyons, Brett Cross, Ian Watkins, Mitch Eastwell, Cameron Milner, Scott Perry, Brian and Tara Lovett, Shona Tribe and Jordan Iker. Eddie, Ryan and Jackson Gill, Brad Pierce and Rhys Angland who helped set up the sponsor area. Largely though we all need to thank Shane Iker. The thousands of dollars’ worth of machinery and equipment he donated for the finals is dumb founding. When I sit back and think of how much it would cost the Association if we had to hire this machinery and equipment – well we just simply wouldn’t be able to afford it. From the bob cat to the water truck, to the tractor and off-sets to plough the arena, the telehandler to hang signage from the roof, all the back yard panels, bulk fuel tanks to fill the generators, hay for presentations, trucks and vehicles to pick equipment up…the list goes on. We are extremely lucky to have the Iker family donate all this equipment and time to set up the NFR venue. The clean up crew as well consisting of Mark Lyons, Brett Cross, Brian Lovett, Shane and Jorja Iker and myself – the stayers – or the crazies?

Two men that spent more hours than anyone else at the CQLX grounds working for the week leading into, and during the event. Brett Cross and Mark Lyons. These guys did absolutely everything you can think of – setting & cleaning up, fixing generators, sourcing equipment, getting the ground tip top for the barrel racers, rigging up satellite dishes for the roof to fix internet issues, raking for the barrel race, driving buggies, setting up and packing up the presentation trailer after it was all over and everyone else was a the bar – I even had them putting buckles in boxes at one stage! All volunteered time and no complaints! Mark had the rough end of the stick though helping me with all manual labour work leading into the event including getting into some difficult locations to put billboards up then dismantling AND worst of all putting up with a stressed wife with crazy ideas! Thank you just doesn’t cut it.

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This year I only had one goal for the NFR, and that was to make the competitors feel prestigious and special for qualifying – making them feel important. After seeing last year’s NFR feedback, that, along with improved communication where the two things I took away, that I knew APRA had to deliver on.The introduction of the Awards Ceremony and back number presentation I saw as a large part of achieving this, not only acknowledging the qualifiers at this event but also all the officials and stock contractors, recognition of the amazing achievements by competitors throughout the season including season earning records and most importantly our sponsors and Affiliates. I wanted to make sure everyone involved in the NFR was acknowledged. From all accounts and feedback it was a success, and a special thanks to those who helped me set up in a mad panic on Wednesday in Kacey and Annalise Kenny, Carlie Remfrey, Logan Lucas, Rebecca Blandford, Shona Tribe and Ryley Menz.

Another special thanks to Shona Tribe. Shona stuck by my side all week helping out setting up. Her constant welfare checks to make sure I was OK and reassurance kept me going. Then during the event she took the lead with the flag bearers, grand entry and round winners and helping with chute bossing of the barrel race. A true hard-working member of our Executive Board and I am very grateful for her input and help.

I want to acknowledge our lead stock contractors in Destiny Downs and Gill Brothers, but also the other professional stock providers including Rick Knudsen, Byron Remfrey, Peter Wallace, Dittmans, Tumbarrumba Rodeo Committee and BK Bucking bulls.Thank you for making our event and the sport look professional and thank you to Brad Pierce for having a hand in this.

Thanks to our “voice” of the NFR Mr Tate Van Wel! You took the reins in that rodeo arena and made the show flow well.

You made us look good on the international platform!

Thanks to ALL APRA affiliates. Without your rodeos we would have no reason for a Finals. You are the reason competitors get to go down the road doing what they love. Thanks for making this one hell of a season. APRA truly appreciates each and every affiliate and their committees on our calendar.

Our generous sponsors who will continue to be acknowledged through out the year. We know this event wouldn’t take shape without you, so competitors please remember - support those who support us.

Thank you to the Cowboy Channel. When I received the phone call back in July directly from their Director of Strategic Planning, enquiring about the possibility of putting Australian Rodeo on their platform – well I almost thought it was a hoax. It seemed like a huge feat at the time. Soon following were several meetings directly with RFDTV and CC owner Patrick Gottsch – reality and determination set in to get this partnership happening. Months of talk and meetings were had, and a great relationship has now formed. We are extremely proud and appreciative of the Cowboy Channel for approaching us and generously supporting our NFR, whilst at the same time putting Australian rodeo on the international stage. This is a door opener for APRA, and we will be working hard to ensure a future partnership.

Lastly thank you to YOU – the competitors, members and fans of this great Association. Your support and thanks for the NFR Working Group during and after the 2023 NFR has been overwhelming. Thank you for choosing to be a part of the Australian Professional Rodeo Association.

Jill Lyons NFR MANAGEMENT LEADER RODEO NEWS

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HEAD OFFICE

My first NFR and what a show! Congratulations to all competitors who showed us what the top rodeo athletes in Australia are capable of! A special thank you to the hard-working NFR committee who worked tirelessly throughout the year, planning everything, and putting in the hard work to showcase our sport in such a professional, exciting event.

We said goodbye to Brooke our administration superstar in November unfortunately due to family commitments. We welcomed Sophia, who is helping on Wednesday and Thursdays with the Central Entry Line and Janelle starts next week on the front desk. Please make them feel welcome.

Christmas run is rapidly approaching, please note the following office closures over the Christmas break. Entry dates for Christmas/New Year Rodeos may also vary to accommodate these closure dates so please check the Central Entries Information or the APRA website to confirm entry dates.

Another way to keep track of entry dates is to join the APRA Members Facebook group.

Office Closed: Friday 4pm 22nd December 2023 and Reopening: Tuesday 8am 27th December 2023 Closed Monday 1st January 2024 AFFILIATES Rodeo dates for 2024 are filling up, if you are an existing affiliate or looking to affiliate with us for the first time, please note the following to allow maximum exposure for your event; Book your date as soon as confirmed by contacting Head Office You will be sent a Committee Information Pack containing all the forms you require and information for running your event.

Please fill out and return your Application Form making sure to complete all sections.

A completed application form ensures your rodeo is approved, processed and added to the Rodeo Calendar with all the necessary information for competitors.

We can assist with anything you are unsure of but please note that Head Office will not fill out the Application form on behalf of your committee.

Christmas Run Competitors Before calling to enter Southern rodeos please ensure that your membership has been paid and any outstanding fines have been finalised.

Permit and Open Memberships were due 1st October 2023.

Head Office will not be accepting entries for competitors who are not financial.

I wish all committees and competitors luck with the Christmas Run. Merry Christmas and all the best for a prosperous and healthy New Year from the team in the Office.

Melinda Walker BUSINESS MANAGER RODEO NEWS

JUDGING CLINICS

WHY ATTEND A CLINIC? Clinics are free and all members are welcome and encouraged to attend a clinic! Improve your knowledge, gain a better understanding of the rules and get an insight into what is expected of our rodeo judges. You are not required to go on and become an approved judge.

HOW TO BECOME A JUDGE?

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A clinic involves a comprehensive course covering the rule book, judging practices and the expectations of a judge. It aims to be informative, easily understood and to provide an insight into the role of a rodeo judge.

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A judging test involves questions and scenarios based around the APRA rulebook. Questions relate to each of the individual events, animal welfare and general judging obligations.

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NATIONAL FINALS RODEO The ariat apra national finals rodeo has been run and won! As the dust settles on an extremely successful production, we look back on what was a fantastic event filled with frills, thrills, and spills.

The back number presentation hosted in the beer garden of valued sponsor Gracemere Hotel, set the mood, and highlighted all of the national finals qualifiers as they were presented with their coveted back numbers.

The cowgirls embraced the opportunity to step outside the jeans and boots dress code, while the cowboys celebrated with bowties and beers.

The fun and friendly vibe was replaced with fierce competition Thursday night, as Round 1 kicked off and the race for gold buckles was well and truly on. Standings leaders asserted their dominance early on with Ben Smith, Kai Clark, Toby Hale, Campbell Hodson, and Jesse Glass all standing their ground for a round win.

Friday night’s Round 2 followed in step behind the phenomenal performance standard set on opening night.

Allround cowboy standout Toby Hale proved why he’s just that, by cashing cheques at both ends of the arena. The young gun took the win in the Rope & Tie before marching down to the bucking chutes and reassuring everyone that his bull riding win from the night before was no fluke by taking second in the round.

Saturday was Remembrance Day and in honour of those who fought for our freedom, Round 3 was opened with a tribute to our fallen soldiers and a minute’s silence. A do or die round for many title leaders, we saw some assert their positions, while in others events the door for some contenders opened slightly. Toby Hale won in another event, this time the team roping with partner Rope McPhee. Leanne Caban got her first round win in the Barrel Race, while Jarrod McKane won his second round in a row and third cheque of the rodeo in the Bareback Riding.

As the stands started to fill for Saturday night’s Round 4, there were still a lot of uncertainties as to who was taking home a gold buckle. Leanne Caban, Jarrod McKane and Toby Hale were safe bets. For other events, the final round wins and average payouts ultimately dictated the eventual Australian Champions. As gold buckles and trophy saddles closed out the show, the whispers started to emerge that we’d just experienced the best National Finals Rodeo in a long time. From competitors to personnel to bucking stock, performances were spectacular and an absolute credit to everyone involved. And the most exciting thing, you can relive it all on the Cowboy Channel!

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Bareback - Henry Watkins

Saddle Bronc - Clayton Braden

Rope & Tie - Mitch Eastwell

Allround Cowgirl - Holly Forster

Breakaway Roping - Jane Ryan

Barrel Race - Leanne Caban

Team Roping Header Jayden Kenny

Team Roping Heeler - Shane Kenny

Bull Ride - Toby Hale

Allround Cowboy - Toby Hale

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

ALLROUND COWBOY

This is proof to myself that all of what I have gone through, inside and outside of the arena, was worth working hard and staying dedicated for.

TOBY HALE

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

ALLROUND COWGRIL

This one is no less special then the first! The time that I spend in the roping pen takes no less dedication then training a barrel racing horse. I was 17th position at the end of the season in the Breakaway Roping and that event is just as hard to qualify in as the barrel race. So even though a little disappointed I didn’t get to go in that event, I was still super proud of myself and my horses for the year I had. Then to top it off with winning the Allround Cowgirl title for the fourth time in my career, I was absolutely stoked!

LEANNE CABAN

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

Jarrod McKane, at the ripe old age of 22, now has two Australian Bareback Riding titles. The shearer from Chiltern, proved that winning the big rodeos during a season can have a major impact on the end result when he claimed victory at both Cloncurry and Mount Isa late in the season. Carrying that form into the NFR he placed in every round, winning the second one and placing in the average to run down Brendon Crawley for a gold buckle. In Jarrod’s words, “it was pretty close.”

Injury free and feeling game fit from a run of lead up rodeos, Jarrod knew the gold buckle was “anyone’s game. It was a matter of seeing how it played out.” A dream draw in round 2 saw him matched up with Rosie’s Boy of Gill Bros. “It’s the one everyone wants to get on.” His favourite ride of the NFR and 84.5 points later, and the quiet cowboy had edged his way closer to the 2023 gold buckle. Although when the rounds were all said and done, he wasn’t so sure. “I thought Dave Worsfold might have won it as he had done better in the rounds than me.”

The young superstar hadn’t been paying the standings and points too much attention. “I didn’t really look. I had a thought I was close.” A game plan to stay in his own lane and focus on riding the bucking horses he drew proved beneficial and he wasn’t going to let the numbers distract his early momentum. “You can only do your best, and as long as you do that you’ve got to be happy with yourself.”

Fond of being the quiet achiever, and fully committing to anything he sets his mind to, a second Australian title was always on Jarrod’s goal list. His first gold buckle, in 2021, came from an almost unbeatable lead going into the NFR. This one feels “maybe a little more special” after he chased it down in the back half of the season. Proof that we should never count Jarrod McKane out. Proud of his efforts, the magnitude of being crowned an Australian champion is not lost on the bareback rider. “It’s always special standing up there in front of everyone. It sends shivers down your spine. There’s no better feeling.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

Everything you’ve got.

JARROD MCKANE

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

BREAKAWAY ROPER The Breakaway Roping is always hotly contested. Alyesha Burford had a substantial head start on the rest of the field of cowgirls, but Jane Ryan was quietly confident that she could catch up to her, even from the middle of the pack. A round win on opening night for Jane boosted that confidence. As the rounds progressed there were still several girls in the mix for the title going into round 4. Another round win, this time shared with Maisy Hetherington, saw Jane jump to the average win and cement her second Australian title by a mere $969.

With limited practice leading into the NFR due to work, family and mum responsibilities, Jane admits she felt underdone in terms of preparation. “I don’t get to run a lot of practice calves. I’m home a lot by myself with the kids, so Lexi (3) was letting calves out for me. I just concentrate on the basics and make sure Deadly is feeling confident and working good.” Jane credits her little gelding Deadly as a huge part of her success. “He runs anything down for me and always gives me a chance to win. I knew I had a lot of work to do to catch Alyesha, and that would mean trying to win rounds and stay in the average. But I knew I had the horsepower, and if the roping went my way, I had a chance.”

A mistake and a miss in round 2 was not in the game plan. “I’m really good at making things hard for myself.”

She bounced back in Round 3 and as round 4 rolled around, a gold buckle was a slim chance. However, it seemed unlikely to Jane. “I knew I needed a round win and to find my way back into the average. I also knew I had drawn a tough calf, and a bunch of the girls were roping great.” As she watched cowgirl after cowgirl fail to catch in the final round, Jane sensed a small opportunity. “About halfway through that round I realised things were going my way. I had a really strong calf, and I needed to rope aggressive and do my job. I had nothing to lose.”

Handling such pressure situations is a matter of experience in Jane’s opinion. “It’s just got easier over the years. And my little girls are wonderful distractions. They keep me very busy. To be honest, some days I’m just amazed that we show up dressed and on time, let alone that I actually rope good or win anything.” As far as this win goes, Jane is happy to live in the moment and not worry too much about what lies ahead. For now it’s back to family and home life. “Deadly will get a little spell.I’ve never been too good at celebrating my wins so I’m just going to try and enjoy the moment.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

A great horse, a great support system, a lot of belief and a little bit of luck.

JANE RYAN

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

TEAM ROPING HEADER Ben Smith and his partner Kai Clark brought more form with them to Gracemere than maybe any of the other competitors. Fresh off a big win at Warwick Rodeo and a Mount Isa Rodeo win a few months earlier, the Moonbi header was always going to be solid under pressure. Known for his ability to reach and let it go fast, Ben sent a clear message early on that he wanted a second Australian title. The NSW duo won the opening round and then backed it up the next night to win again.

Although that wasn’t the plan. “I didn’t go there to win rounds. I wanted to rope smart, just catch everything, not safety up but not take silly shots.” After two sizzling round wins, their no time in round 3 would’ve derailed a lot of cowboys. But the pair bounced back to cash cheques in round 4 and the average. How does an Australian champion handle the pressure of such a situation? “I don’t think about it. I like to break a run down and keep it simple. I knew that last steer was slower, that I needed to stay off the barrier and just go get it caught.”

Succes in team roping is built around a partnership and they don’t come much stronger, or laid back, than Ben and Kai’s. “If I can read the line and the cow right and get it on it, all I have to do is be patient through the corner and let Kai do his job. The more I can set it up for Kai, the faster we can be.” Ben acknowledges that the confidence that the team roper’s draw from each other is a huge part of their success. “He’s confident in me and I’m confident in him.”

“The reassurance you get from your partners is one of the biggest confidence builders you can have.” That coupled with the support from friends and family has played a crucial role in Ben’s success. “Everyone is always pushing me to be better. And Drifter plays a huge role too.” Drifter is Ben’s fancy buckskin mount and also the 2023 Heading Horse of the Year. “Without a great horse, you’re nothing.” For Ben, back-to-back gold buckles are a humbling reward for hours spent honing his craft and his horses. “For me it’s always been about trying to get better and be a better roper.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

Consistency and determination. And wanting to better yourself every run that you make.

BEN SMITH

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

TEAM ROPING HEELER Kai Clark is possibly the most casual cowboy you’ll meet, until he backs in the rope box. And then the Wallabadah heeler is all business. Kai’s made a regular habit out of cleaning them up on the back end for partner Ben Smith, especially on the big stages. While Cameron Milner had the lead in the title race, Kai proved on opening night he wasn’t keen to give up his Australian Champion bragging rights without a fight. By Round 2, it was clear he was serious.

“Benny’s plan was to go there and catch everything. I don’t really have plans, I just react. If the shot’s there to be quick, I’m going to take it” admits Kai. The laid-back roper backs his ability to read the play and credits his and Ben’s success to the partnership they have built. Roping together for the past seven years, the duo are “like an old married couple. I know what Ben’s doing or how he’s going to respond in any run. We’ve just made that many runs together.”

While Ben and Kai have shared some big wins in their careers and now back-to-back Australian titles, it’s their friendship outside the arena that Kai cherishes the most. “The people I have around me are a big part of my success.” Ben and Lauren Smith and the Southern family are among those he lists as pivotal players in his gold buckle win. “Ben really helped me take my roping to the next level.” And that paint mare he rode, that’s Lauren’s barrel horse. “And Lisa Southern, Mother Lisa, if it wasn’t for her, I wouldn’t have been at the NFR.” Not a numbers man or one to even know how the odds are stacking up, Kai says he leaves that stuff up to Lisa. “She sat me down before the last round and told me what I needed to do.” A fourth-place finish sealed the deal for the cowboy’s second gold buckle. For a young man who’s made roping a priority, the win is bittersweet. A reward for the unseen work, and all the hours spent working on his roping. “This year was up and down a bit. It’s been a lot of hard work and miles, all the blood, sweat and tears. It hasn’t really sunk in yet.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

Commitment and dedication.

KAI CLARK

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

SADDLE

BRONC RIDER Cameron Southern was a red-hot favourite going into the NFR. The saddle bronc riding sensation from St George had shattered season’s earnings records on the 2023 rodeo trail, however so had Jordan Iker. A battle at the top of the standings all year long, came down to the final round of the NFR, as the two young talents climbed aboard their last bronc each. Undeterred by the pressure situation, Cameron showcased his abilities to win the round, secure an average placing and claim the Saddle Bronc Riding title.

Going into that last round, Cameron knew he had drawn a horse that he could win on. Cowboy Classic of Gill Bros had carried him to wins in previous big moments. “I’ve won Nebo on him. I’d won on him at Sydney Royal this year.” But when the whistle blew, he wasn’t quite sure this time. “I didn’t think I’d done enough to win the round. He feels like a big rocking chair when you ride him properly and I obviously rode him good enough to make him feel softer than what he was.” The win was a satisfying way to finish out the NFR after injury ruled him out of his favourite event, the Bull Riding.

“I really wanted to ride my broncs well and I didn’t have a lot of breathing room for the title” admitted the former Bull Riding Australian Champion of his decision to not get on his last two head of bulls. A broken thumb as a result of his second-round bull ride left him contemplating riding bulls with his other hand, but instead he chose to focus solely on the saddle bronc riding. “The Saddle Bronc title is the one Dad has always wanted me to win.”

Going into the NFR a fresh new bronc saddle had him “a little worried” but the young gun decided to back himself and his abilities and “keep it simple. You can’t overthink anything.” Known to throw caution to the wind, Cameron’s secret to success lies in muscle memory and remembering why he loves riding bucking horse. “I knew I could do it, as long as I was having fun.” A second Australian title, in a second event cements the fun-loving cowboy’s abilities amongst the best Australia has seen at the rough stock end of the arena. A special feat achieved by few cowboys. “It feels really good to win a title in two different events.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

Hardwork. Set a goal and make sure you chase it.

CAMERON SOUTHERN

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

ROPE & TIE

Mitch Eastwell went to the NFR keen to win a second Australian title. Only $1010 separated him from Pro Tour winner Campbell Hodson and Shane Kenny. But neither of those cowboys give anything away without a fight.

After splitting the first round win with Campbell, it was apparent that every run was going to matter. Mitch didn’t see another cheque until round 4, but a solid week of roping had him atop the average and claiming the gold buckle.

Going into that last round Mitch didn’t really know how the numbers added up. “All I knew was I had a good calf and if I did my job, I was good for the average. I didn’t really know how close I was to Campbell and Shane.” The full-time carpenter had left home with the goal of making four solid runs, which would hopefully lead to a good average cheque and a shot at the Australian title. But a lot has changed since his last one, five years ago. “The competition has really stepped up. It was just good to be in the mix.”

With a gold buckle race comes a lot of pressure. Although Mitch doesn’t let it bother him, knowing he’s done the work and built the muscle memory back at home in Warwick. “Preparing yourself at home before you go is the biggest thing. If you can’t do it at home, you can’t do it at the rodeo.” Fitting it in around his full-time work, Mitch’s practice sessions consist of running calves off his horse and “a lot of groundwork,” trying to put himself in situations that he might face at a big rodeo. And when those big rodeos and big moments arrive the roper is not only ready, but he enjoys them. “I think the bigger the atmosphere and the crowd, the better. You just sort of get to switch off and go do your job, just like at home.”

While the quiet spoken cowboy plans on a quiet summer riding and roping on some young horses, he has no plans on slowing the rodeoing down in 2024. “I’m not going to change anything. We’ll go at them again next year and try to make the finals and see how we go.” With fresh bragging rights as the new Australian Champion, Mitch still has admiration for his peers and the caliber of Rope & Tie cowboys he’s up against. “It’s just good to be in the mix really.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

Good preparation, dedication. And you’ve got to put 150% into what you want to do and what you love.

MITCH EASTWELL

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

BULL RIDER

Nobody really believed Toby Hale could be beaten for the Bull Riding Australian title. Mathematically, it was possible. Theoretically, it was unfathomable. The standout cowboy from Sarina, had been nothing short of dominating all year long. He continued that dominance into the NFR, winning the opening round and eventually the average. Toby smashed multiple season earning records and collected a swag of Rookie and Pro Tour buckles in multiple events in 2023, but all he’s ever really wanted is a Bull Riding gold buckle.

Being “fit and as strong as possible” was Toby’s strategy to endure the grueling 4 rounds as a 3-event cowboy at the NFR. “My game plan was to be feeling 100% physically. And also mentally. I did a lot of visualizing, visualizing positive thoughts and actions.” Seemingly mature beyond his years, the teenager admits his NFR rounds were full of ups and downs. “I focused a lot on the wins. But the most important thing for me was to enjoy everything.”

Each day “I loved seeing what bull I had.” Once the draws were known each round, all Toby’s focus was on “making the whistle on that bull no matter what.” With a bull-by-bull mindset throughout the rounds, the young gun edged further and further in front of the rest of the pack of bull riders. The will and drive to continually better himself has proved a solid recipe for success, and as the last bull bucked to close out the 2023 NFR, Toby’s childhood dream had become reality.

While his new gold buckles take pride of place in his 2023 haul, Toby admits he wants more. “It’s onto the next stage in my life.” He’s USA bound to hopefully “make those yellow chutes” and show the world what he’s proven to himself and Australia all year long. That Toby Hale is not afraid to work hard, stay disciplined and reap the rewards. “Everything is a stepping stone to getting better. You can’t lose if you’re always getting better!”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

It takes a lot of everything. Luck doesn’t get you to hold a buckle. It takes lots of sacrifices. And working very hard!

TOBY HALE

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

STEER WRESTLER

Jesse Glass showed up to Gracemere to finish what he’d started. The cowboy, who’d based himself out of Destiny Downs in Emerald for most of the year had travelled the length and breadth of Australia throughout the season and built a substantial lead in the Steer Wrestling. After a stellar 2023, Jesse had already earned the Rookie Steer Wrestling title and the Pro Tour title, but the gold buckle was the big goal for the 26yr old. And Riley Gibb showed up to do his best to deny Jesse that gold buckle.

A solid preparation “running steers every day” and a plan to “go catch four steers clean” paid off for the Willow Tree native who started the NFR with a bang, winning the first round. “I kind of stubbed my toe a little in the second round” Jesse admits, but he rebounded in Round 3 for a cheque. However, Ryley wasn’t going away, and kept the pressure on the Rookie champ to keep showing up and getting it done.

It would all eventually come down to the last steer of the season for Jesse. “I knew if I caught that last one clean, I was probably right.” He went on to win the round, win the average and his first Australian title.

While not big on numbers and tallying points, Jesse said it was hard not to give it some thought.

“Everyone was talking about it. It was probably one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do” Jesse said of the pressure that comes with leading the pack. The young steer wrestler kept himself distracted in the backyards for Destiny Downs. “I stayed busy running cattle for as long as I could every round so I didn’t get a chance to think about it.”

Not afraid to dedicate his life to his sport and to put in the hard work, Jesse started the season with a goal to win the Rookie title. After a sizzling southern summer run, he realised that he also had a gold buckle chance. He turned that chance into reality, describing his big win as simply “an unbelievable feeling.”

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

Being willing to run the steers at home, so that you can be on top at the end of the year.

JESSE GLASS

AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION

BARREL RACER

It can be hard to beat youth and enthusiasm, but it’s harder to beat experience and wisdom. And it’s almost impossible to beat Leanne Caban and Akka Dakka on their day. The long-legged duo out of Emerald held off Rookie champion and teen sensation Adanni Walker by placing in every round, winning round 3 and the average to make it back-to-back Australian titles.

“I knew it was going to be a tight finish this year. Adanni was trailing me by only a couple of hundred dollars going in.” Instead of worrying about the competition, the back-to-back champion focused on making four clean runs and “what myself and Akka could do.” The legendary combination did what they did all year long, and that’s make consistently fast runs. After a second place finish in the first two rounds, an angle adjustment to the first drum made all the difference in Round 3 as they claimed the win with the fastest time of the whole NFR. “I was out early in the round, and I knew I had to go for that round win.”

An almost tipped drum in Round 4 and Leanne’s “heart nearly stopped. My judgement of when to let Akka start to turn the second drum was slightly off and we near knocked it over.” It stayed up. And they stopped the clock for four clean runs, four round cheques, the average win, and The Australian title. “I was so relieved to make that clean run. I knew we had done enough.” A long-time barrel racer and fierce competitor, Leanne’s first Barrel Racing title last year was a long time coming. This second one solidifies her and Akka Dakka amongst the best of the best.

“I think it was a little bit more special this time. More emotional.”

Akka Dakka will now get a well-deserved rest until the new year and Leanne will take time to regroup. But we’re sure to see them back on the rodeo trail in 2024. “While I have such a talented athlete like Akka Dakka, I would like to win as many barrel races as possible and hopefully this leads to another Australian Title.” While her equine partner Akka Dakka is a huge part of her success, Leanne acknowledges her other key ingredient to her success “is undoubtedly my husband Dale.” The backbone of the Caban family, Dale takes care of all the farrier duties, helps keep the trucks and trailers on the road and all the animals fed. “What more could a cowgirl need?” asks Leanne.

What’s it take to be an Australian Champion?

It takes dedication, determination, but it also takes a village!

LEANNE CABAN

NATIONAL FINALS RODEO The final points standings at the completion of the NFR.

BAREBACK RIDE 1 2 3 4 5

Jarrod McKane David Worsfold Brendon Crawley Henry Watkins Ben Fogarty

BREAKAWAY ROPING

50,110.90 40,798.38 38,456.38 23,123.35 13,037.00

1 2 3 4 5

TEAM ROPING HEADER 1 2 3 4 5

Ben Smith Rope McPhee Aaron Leahy Terry Evison Jayden Kenny

29,568.20 22,857.05 16,806.80 16,656.95 15,968.75

1 2 3 4 5

Kai Clark Toby Hale Aaron Bookluck Shane Kenny Cameron Milner

28,181.45 20,834.95 20,611.95 18,792.15 18,193.45

BARREL RACE

Mitch Eastwell Campbell Hodson Shane Kenny Logan Penfold Toby Hale

30,487.02 28,997.82 23,292.42 19,378.92 18,741.24

1 2 3 4 5

SADDLE BRONC 1 2 3 4 5

28,064.45 27,094.63 19,360.34 16,363.00 16,297.15

TEAM ROPING HEELER

ROPE & TIE 1 2 3 4 5

Jane Ryan Alyesha Burford Anna Crisp Holly Forster Ellysa Kenny

Cameron Southern Jordan Iker Clayton Braden David Stacey Michael Johnston

Leanne Caban Adanni Walker Zara Benjamin Amy Eckford Maddison Caban

STEER WRESTLING 44,621.62 35,767.18 34,211.55 29,259.16 28,006.34

1 2 3 4 5

Jesse Glass Ryley Gibb Mark Gibb Peter Davenport Gene McDonald

BULL RIDE 1 2 3 4 5

55,679.40 41,845.40 37,497.30 27,974.15 19,417.50

Toby Hale Cameron Southern Zane Hall Jack Keats D Rutherfurd

For complete standings visit www.prorodeo.com.au

59,118.30 30,510.68 20,754.09 11,176.48 10,940.59

36,981.34 31,276.14 13,859.12 12,553.00 10,809.04

HORSE

of the year

As voted by the competitors.

Range Rugs proudly presents the APRA Timed Event Horses of the Year.

“COLBY” “I bred, broke in and trained him myself. He’s grown with me as I’ve moved up in the ranks over the years. He is as solid as they come in any situation no matter the circumstances, which we have both proven together,” - Kai Clark

‘AKKA DAKKA” “DRIFTER”

His effort for barrel racing is a great indicator for his interest in it. This is what he was born to do and be a champion at!

-Leanne Caban

“He’s so fast. And he does the same thing every time, no matter who rides him. And he’s good everywhere.”

-Ben Smith

“DAYLIGHT”

He’s just a workhorse. He’s not real smart, but he keeps turning up everytime.”

-Shane Kenny

‘DAVE’

“The more runs he has, the more try he has. He loves his job, but will bite you if you’re not paying attention, just ask the bulldoggers.”

- Shane Kenny

“JELLYBEAN’ “He’s just a winner. If you want to win, best be aboard. I am sure he could proabbly rope the calf for you.”

-Shane Kenny

BUCKING of the STOCK year As voted by the competitors.

BUCKING BULL

SADDLE BRONC

‘WRANGLER KICKSTART’

‘MOVES LIKE JAGGER’

BAREBACK HORSE

‘PUREBID’

Purebid is a beautiful 9yo black mare.

Wrangler Kickstart is a 7yo bull by Wild Child out of a Lethal Injection cow.

Donovan Rutherfurd went 92 points on him at the 2023 Cloncurry Merry Muster. He’s now a 3 time APRA Bucking Bull of the Year!

The cowboys love to draw her knowing they can be a lot of points. And she knows her job.

Owned by McPhee Rodeo Co

Moves Like Jagger is a 17yo gelding who’s like fine wine, just keeps getting better with age.

He’s had an outstanding year, with Rhys Angland tying the Australian record of 92pts on him at Bowen River Rodeo.

An old fella, who just really loves to buck.

Owned by Gill Bros.

Owned by Gill Bros.

PERSONNEL As voted by the competitors.

‘BULLFIGHTER OF THE YEAR’

of the year

‘PICKUP MAN OF THE YEAR’ ‘AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR’

Luke Rosetta

Peter Kelly Nebo Rodeo

FREE SHIPPING ON AUS ORDERS OVER $200

100% AUSSIE- OWNED TRUCKER CUPS RARED BY HAND.

"Caps that Slap"

Junior

Standings Inclusive of all rodeos up to and including Penrith.)

HI POINT COWBOY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Jayden Kenny Cade Ferguson Jackson Dixson Jett Leahy Kardah Hanrahan Dallon Finch Jesse Remfrey Dane Gilmore Cooper Mitchell Noah Dingle Garrett Hanrahan Kade O'Dea Matty Ahern Brad Freund Jake Deguara

STEER RIDE

$5389.60 $4258.76 $3857.70 $2914.40 $1826.65 $1376.76 $1357.50 $1287.50 $1272.92 $1257.44 $1212.75 $1158.00 $756.00 $704.30 $696.85

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

TEAM ROPING HEADER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Jett Leahy Jayden Kenny Cade Ferguson Joseph Foxlee Dane Gilmore Kade O'Dea Brad Freund Ella Jeffery Mackenzie March Clayton Agius Libby Corbet

$1384.50 $599.50 $551.50 $442.20 $308.00 $300.00 $234.30 $220.00 $128.00 $101.25 $33.75

Cade Ferguson Jackson Dixson Jesse Remfrey Cooper Mitchell Noah Dingle Jayden Kenny Dallon Finch Dane Gilmore Matty Ahern Brad Freund Kayde Johnson Royce Gill Justin Ross Lawson McDonald Riley O'Dell

BULL RIDE $2013.90 $1667.50 $1357.50 $1272.92 $1257.44 $1056.50 $1052.76 $979.50 $756.00 $470.00 $406.00 $380.00 $320.00 $311.50 $308.00

TEAM ROPING HEELER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Garrett Hanrahan Kardah Hanrahan Lacey Hoskins Jackson Dixson Jake Deguara Kade O'Dea Cruz Leahy Tate Smith Jolie O'Dea Charlie Limpus Taylon Marsh Tully Bourke Luke Leys Luke Jeffery Cade Ferguson

$865.30 $813.20 $797.85 $699.40 $421.25 $390.00 $278.00 $238.00 $234.00 $222.00 $162.00 $156.00 $112.80 $55.00 $28.20

BARREL RACE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Molly Harper Tyra Spring Phoebe Usher Emily Ward Jordyn O'Toole Tess Lloyd Ruby Bell Cade Ferguson Emi Carlson Kodah Lovett M Grosvenor Heidi Middleton Stetson McGhee Libby Corbet Charlee-Rose Prow

$4359.84 $2747.38 $2476.80 $1983.80 $1919.30 $1462.00 $1256.80 $1182.16 $1073.00 $855.00 $821.70 $665.36 $662.50 $587.00 $454.50

For complete standings visit www.prorodeo.com.au

Jayden Kenny Justin Ross Matty Ahern Cade Ferguson Cooper Mitchell Jhett Diplock-Barron Noah Dingle Jake Hawker Dawson Foden Daine Patrick Billy Bowker Dallon Finch Levi Ward Kash Turner Jackson Dixson

$2256.40 $1299.80 $1198.30 $1074.00 $1030.00 $1016.64 $659.00 $370.00 $338.00 $336.25 $316.03 $294.50 $273.00 $272.00 $234.15

HI POINT COWGIRL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Molly Harper Tyra Spring Phoebe Usher Libby Corbet Emily Ward Tess Lloyd Jordyn O'Toole Mackenzie March Emi Carlson M Grosvenor Ruby Bell Lacey Hoskins Madison Harland Kodah Lovett Heidi Middleton

$4447.04 $2747.38 $2476.80 $2154.75 $1983.80 $1982.00 $1919.30 $1759.00 $1290.00 $1280.10 $1256.80 $1185.85 $948.20 $855.00 $665.36

BREAKAWAY ROPING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Jayden Kenny Mackenzie March Libby Corbet Jett Leahy Jackson Dixson Kardah Hanrahan Madison Harland Tess Lloyd Cade Ferguson Kade O'Dea M Grosvenor Lacey Hoskins Dallon Finch Rhys O'Toole Jolie O'Dea

$3733.60 $1631.00 $1534.00 $1529.90 $1490.80 $1013.45 $907.20 $520.00 $483.00 $468.00 $458.40 $388.00 $324.00 $316.00 $312.00 RODEO NEWS

KAPUNDA, SA Rodeo The Kapunda Rodeo was held on Saturday 18th November 2023 in Kapunda, South Australia, and their committee is hailing it to be one of the best Rodeos they've ever had.

Some of our competitors started their day early, with a judging clinic at the Kapunda Rodeo Grounds, with about a dozen members attending. This gave participants the opportunity to learn new skills and update past knowledge. We look forward to seeing some new judging faces at some of our up-and-coming rodeos.

The gates opened a bit after lunch and spectators steadily poured in to gain prime position around the arena. The whole area was packed with food and drink vendors and plenty of entertainment for the kids. As the clock ticked closer to the start time, the crowd had swelled to a sold-out capacity which had not been seen since before COVID, and there was definitely a buzz of anticipation in the air.

Riders lined up with flags at the ready, flying into the arena to the delight and applause of the crowd. Various competitors were introduced, and the National Anthem was sung, ending with a vigorous cheer from all sides of the arena.

The first half of the program consisted of mostly the timed events, Breakaway Roping, Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling and The Steer Roping (Rope & Tie), Junior Steer Riding and the 2nd Div Bull Ride were also included before the break. All taking advantage of the daylight saving hours.

During the half time break, one of our junior competitors was awarded a vest and fuel voucher from and anonymous donor, as an encouragement award. Merey Colquhoun, President of the Festival State Rodeo Circuit (FSRC) presented the award to Jake Dall’Aglio, who thanked his parents and everyone who has helped him along the way.

It wasn’t long before the action recommenced and the rough stock were bursting into the arena, giving the cowboys plenty of challenging rides and a great spectacle for the audience.

The evening was drawing to a close, but not before the Team Roping Shoot Out was held which unfortunately nobody won, and then finally presentations for Team Roping, the Neville Clancy Memorial award went to Glen Perkins and Tom Willoughby. The Dick White Memorial for Saddle Bronc was awarded to Dean Oliver. Congratulations to all the competitors for making this a great rodeo.

The band played to a packed crowd well into the night and it looked very much like everyone was having a wonderful time. Congratulations must be given to the Kapunda Rodeo committee for all their hard work which resulted in a fantastic Rodeo.

Don’t forget Barossa Timed Event Rodeo on 16th December, Carrieton Rodeo on New Years Eve, then Peterborough Rodeo 2 weeks later on the 13th of January and finishing at the end of the month 27th of January with Wilmington Night Rodeo.

We look forward to seeing competitors and spectators there.

Written by Merey Colquhoun, President FSRC (Festival State Rodeo Circuit)

Promoter Spotlight

Gene and Nicole McDonald love that rodeo brings theirs (and others) families together. And when Gene and Nicole’s families are brought together, they bring a wealth of experience and knowledge of the rodeoing, cowboying and showman lifestyle to the table. Together, with Gene’s sister Nikita and her partner Luke Toull, they’ve brought to life M5 Rodeo Promotions. “It’s only the 4 of us, but I think that’s why our events have been so successful, because Nikita has a real showman aspect, and Gene and I have the rodeo aspect covered.”

Luke Toull & Nikita McDonald with little Lottie.

With 7 events scheduled on the APRA calendar for 2024, M5 Rodeo Promotions has grown into a household name in rodeo circles. They’re known for their fun filled family atmosphere, cowkid hour and providing both spectators and competitors with a rodeo experience to remember. “We saw an opportunity and we took it and it’s grown from there,” said Nicole. Noticing a decline in rodeos on the calendar, and aging committees, Nicole admits their goal is to “bring rodeos back to these communities and educate our patrons about rodeo.”

“Cowkids hours is something that we are really proud of. It’s a free activity where the local kids get to have the opportunity to swing ropes, get on a bucking dummy, get a photo with a horse, free face painting etc. We believe by educating the patrons of our way of life and inviting them in to see how things work we are increasing the longevity of our sport so that it will be around for our grandchildren.”

Nicole & Gene McDonald with sons Slater, Carter & Lawson.

While M5 Rodeo Promotions plans to keep delivering well run rodeos and building a steady, sustainable growth, Nicole hints that they may have something exciting up their sleeve. “We have something in the pipeline that has never been done before. It’ll definitely be an event people will want to get to!”

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RODEO r a d n e l a C

Official Calendar of the Pro Tour and Australian Professional Rodeo Association Inc. Events

DECEMBER 2023

All prize money is GST inclusive

1st/2nd December 2023

2023/24 Season

M5 WANGARATTA, VIC

15th-16th December 2023

Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0409965641 Venue: Wangaratta Showgrounds, 10 Evans St WANGARATTA VIC 3677 Rodeo Start Time: 11am Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 22-11-2023 to 26-11-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $183.70 PM $4000.00, BULL RIDE EF $185.90 PM $2000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $183.70 PM $2000.00, BARREL RACE EF $172.70 PM $2000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $106.70 PM $1000.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $108.90 PM $1000.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $106.70 PM $1000.00 Junior: JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $40.70 PM $300.00, JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $40.70 PM $300.00

9th December 2023 TRARALGON RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0421594331 Venue: Traralgon Racecourse, 110 McNairn Rd, Traralgon VIC 3844 Rodeo Start Time: 4:00pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 12:00PM Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee, Paul Kenny Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 29-11-2023 to 04-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $194.70 PM $3000.00, BULL RIDE EF $213.40 PM $5000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $194.70 PM $3000.00, BARREL RACE EF $183.70 PM $3000.00, TEAM ROPING EF $183.70 PM $3000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $106.70 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $114.40 PM $1000.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $106.70 PM $500.00 Junior: JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $29.70 PM $500.00, JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $29.70 PM $500.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $29.70 PM $500.00

Calendar

VICTORIAN BULL RIDING TITLES, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0431478118 Venue: Bennett Ranch, Gloster Lane Muskerry VIC 3557 Rodeo Start Time: 7:00:00 PM Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 06-12-2023 to 07-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: BULL RIDE EF $130.00 PM $10000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $82.00 PM $2000.00 Junior: JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $40.00 PM $800.00

16th December 2023 BAROSSA TIMED EVENT, SA Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0408544209 Venue: Barossa Helicopters, 261 Hoffnungsthal Rd, Lyndoch SA 5351 Rodeo Start Time: 2:00:00 PM Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Mark Heuritsch Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 02-12-2023 to 05-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: ROPE AND TIE EF $147.00 PM $1000.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $147.00 PM $1000.00, TEAM ROPING EF $147.00 PM $2000.00, BARREL RACE EF $147.00 PM $1000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $147.00 PM $1000.00

Junior: JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $50.00 PM $500.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $50.00 PM $500.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $50.00 PM $500.00

All prize money is GST inclusive

26th December 2023 MYRTLEFORD RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0428511797 Venue: Myrtleford Rec Reserve, 107 O'Donnell Ave MYRTLEFORD VIC 3737 Rodeo Start Time: 4pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 10am Day Members Accepted: No Stock Contractors: John P Gill Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 05-12-2023 to 07-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $167.20 PM $1000.00, BULL RIDE EF $185.90 PM $2000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $167.20 PM $1000.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $161.70 PM $1000.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $161.70 PM $1000.00, TEAM ROPING EF $154.00 PM $2000.00, BARREL RACE EF $161.70 PM $1000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $161.70 PM $1000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $95.70 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $97.90 PM $1000.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $95.70 PM $500.00 Junior: JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $24.20 PM $150.00

29th December 2023 BUNDALONG TAVERN RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0425787886 Venue: Bundalong Tavern, 7403 Murray Valley Highway, Bundalong Rodeo Start Time: 4PM Slack if Necessary: Yes 8AM Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee,Destiny Downs Cattle Co Pty Ltd Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 05-12-2023 to 07-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $157.00 PM $1000.00, BULL RIDE EF $159.00 PM $1000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $157.00 PM $1000.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $147.00 PM $1000.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $147.00 PM $1000.00, TEAM ROPING EF $147.00 PM $2000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $147.00 PM $1000.00, BARREL RACE EF $147.00 PM $1000.00

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All prize money is GST inclusive 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $97.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $99.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $97.00 PM $500.00

2023/24 Season 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $71.50 PM $550.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $73.50 PM $550.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $71.50 PM $550.00

All prize money is GST inclusive 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $80.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $82.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $80.00 PM $500.00 Junior: JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $47.50 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $47.50 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $47.50 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $49.00 PM $300.00

Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $57.00 PM $250.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $57.00 PM $250.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $57.00 PM $250.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $57.00 PM $250.00

Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $24.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $24.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $17.00 PM $200.00

31st December 2023

6th January 2024

13th January 2024

CARRIETON RODEO, SA

KATAMATITE RODEO, VIC

ALEXANDRA RODEO, VIC

Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0409 690 897 Venue: Carrieton Recreation Grounds, 1 Wilmington Rd, Carrieton SA 5432 Rodeo Start Time: 7pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 4pm Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Ron Woodall, Mark Heuritsch Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 20-12-2023 to 21-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $183.70 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $185.90 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $183.70 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $172.70 PM $1500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $172.70 PM $1500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $172.70 PM $1500.00, BARREL RACE EF $172.70 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $172.70 PM $1500.00

Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: Muckatah, Sandmount Rd VIC Rodeo Start Time: 6:30pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 11am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee, Terry Evison Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 27-12-2023 to 28-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $185.00 PM $2000.00, BULL RIDE EF $162.00 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $160.00 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $160.00 PM $1500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $160.00 PM $1500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $160.00 PM $1500.00, BARREL RACE EF $160.00 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $160.00 PM $1500.00

2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $600.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $112.20 PM $600.00 Junior: JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $16.50 PM $150.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $16.50 PM $150.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $16.50 PM $150.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $24.20 PM $500.00

1st January 2024 TUMBARUMBA RODEO, NSW Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0422733343 Venue: Tumbarumba Showgrounds, The Parade, Tumbarumba NSW, 2653 Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: Yes 8am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Tumbarumba Rodeo Committee, Gill Bros Rodeo, Garry McPhee, Destiny Downs Cattle Co Pty Ltd Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 19-12-2023 to 21-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: BULL RIDE EF $182.00 PM $2500.00, SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $215.00 PM $5000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $180.00 PM $2500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $170.00 PM $2500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $170.00 PM $2500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $170.00 PM $2500.00, BARREL RACE EF $170.00 PM $2500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $170.00 PM $2500.00

Calendar

2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $85.00 PM $700.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $87.00 PM $700.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $85.00 PM $700.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $30.00 PM $400.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $30.00 PM $400.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $30.00 PM $400.00

13th January 2024 PETERBOROUGH RODEO, SA Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0428758638 Venue: Peterborough Rodeo Grounds 185 Cemetary Road Peterborough SA 5422 Rodeo Start Time: 6pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 4pm Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Ron Woodall, Mark Heuritsch Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 20-12-2023 to 22-12-2023 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $165.00 PM $1200.00, BULL RIDE EF $172.00 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $165.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $130.00 PM $1000.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $130.00 PM $1000.00, TEAM ROPING EF $130.00 PM $1000.00, BARREL RACE EF $130.00 PM $1000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $130.00 PM $1000.00

Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0418266038 Venue: Dame Pattie Menzie Centre, Station St ALEXANDRA VIC Rodeo Start Time: 5pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 10am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 03-01-2024 to 04-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $170.00 PM $3000.00, BULL RIDE EF $157.00 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $150.00 PM $1500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $60.00 PM $1500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $150.00 PM $1500.00, BARREL RACE EF $150.00 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $150.00 PM $1500.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $92.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $90.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $90.00 PM $750.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $25.00 PM $500.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $25.00 PM $500.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $20.00 PM $250.00

13TH JANUARY 2024 : CARRICK BULL RIDE, TAS Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: ___ Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 17-01-2024 to 22-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) 1. Events may be over 2 rounds and/or final depending on entry numbers.

2. Designated horse warm up area.

3. Committee has waived the Stock Levy/Committee levy on all entries.

4. No Glass, No BYO and Strictly No Dogs.

5. Competitors will be allocated their entry passes prior to the event. NO GATE LIST. All other family members and companions will need to purchase a ticket. Please ensure you have your email address up to date with the APRA. No Exceptions.

6. Mandatory Biosecurity requirements apply to Quercus Park and you will be required to complete a declaration and comply with Horse and Equipment cleaning requirements

All prize money is GST inclusive Events: Open: BULL RIDE EF $121.00 PM $3000.00, BARREL RACE EF $99.00 PM $2000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $77.00 PM $1000.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $33.00 PM $500.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $33.00 PM $500.00

19th January 2024 M5 BENDIGO RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0409965641 Venue: Bendigo Showgrounds, 74 Holmes Rd BENDIGO VIC 3550 Rodeo Start Time: 4pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 10AM Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 30-12-2023 to 02-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $189.20 PM $1200.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, BARREL RACE EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1500.00 nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $112.20 PM $600.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $600.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $44.00 PM $300.00

20th January 2024 HARVEYDALE RODEO, TAS Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: Harveydale Rodeo Grounds, 938 Birralee WESTBURY 7303 Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Ian Brown Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 10-01-2024 to 15-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BULL RIDE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BARREL RACE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $123.00 PM $1200.00

Calendar

2023/24 Season 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $68.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $68.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $68.00 PM $500.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $28.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $28.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $28.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $28.00 PM $200.00

20th January 2024 YARRA VALLEY PRO RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0447557987 Venue: ___ Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 10-01-2024 to 15-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $3000.00, BULL RIDE EF $178.20 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, BARREL RACE EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1500.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $99.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $101.20 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $99.00 PM $750.00 Junior: JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $27.50 PM $500.00

20th January 2024 XTREME BULLS TOUR FINAL & XTREME BRONCS INVVITATIONAL, NSW Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: AELEC Arena Tamworth Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Gill Bros Rodeo Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 10-01-2024 to 15-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: BULL RIDE EF $165.00 PM $15000.00 Junior: JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $80.00 PM $500.00

25th January 2024 BILOELA AUSTRLIA DAY RODEO, QLD Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: Biloela Rodeo Grounds

Rodeo Start Time: 2pm Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Gill Bros Rodeo Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 17-01-2024 to 22-01-2024 Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $225.00 PM $5000.00, BULL RIDE EF $197.00 PM $4000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $195.00 PM $4000.00, BARREL RACE EF $160.00 PM $2500.00 Junior: JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $40.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $60.00 PM $500.00

27th January 2024 WILMINGTON, SA Championship Points: Phone: 0477920144 Venue: Wilmington Rodeo Grounds, 40-50 Horrocks Highway, WILMINGTON SA 5485 Rodeo Start Time: 7pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 5pm Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Ron Woodall, Mark Heuritsch Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $157.00 PM $2000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, BARREL RACE EF $155.00 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $155.00 PM $1500.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $90.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $92.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $90.00 PM $750.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $35.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $35.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $35.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $35.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $45.00 PM $300.00

27th January 2023 NEERIM RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0467023024 Venue: Neerim Recreation Reserve, Hamono Rd NEERIM VIC 3831 Rodeo Start Time: 6pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 3pm Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 17-01-2024 to 18-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times)

All prize money is GST inclusive Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $160.00 PM $1200.00, BULL RIDE EF $162.00 PM $1600.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $160.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $155.00 PM $1000.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $155.00 PM $1000.00, TEAM ROPING EF $155.00 PM $1000.00, BARREL RACE EF $155.00 PM $1000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $155.00 PM $1000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $103.00 PM $600.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $105.00 PM $600.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $103.00 PM $600.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $31.00 PM $250.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $31.00 PM $250.00

2nd February 2024 COOMA RODEO, NSW Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: ___ Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 17-01-2024 to 22-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Events: Open: BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $170.00 PM $2000.00, BARREL RACE EF $150.00 PM $1000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $150.00 PM $1000.00, SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $170.00 PM $2000.00, BULL RIDE EF $172.00 PM $2000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $129.00 PM $800.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $131.00 PM $800.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $129.00 PM $800.00

3rd February 2024 ULVERSTONE RODEO, TAS Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0438681453 Venue: Batten Park Equine Centre - 267 South Rd, ULVERSTONE, TAS 7315 Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 24-01-2024 to 29-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $170.50 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $172.70 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $170.50 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $159.50 PM $1500.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $159.50 PM $1500.00, TEAM ROPING EF $159.50 PM $1500.00, BARREL RACE EF $159.50 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $159.50 PM $1500.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $73.70 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $75.90 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $73.70 PM $500.00

Calendar

2023/24 Season Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $33.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $33.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $33.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $33.00 PM $200.00

3rd February 2024 WAGGA PRO RODEO, NSW Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0423550301 Venue: Equex Centre Copland St Wagga Wagga Rodeo Start Time: 4pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 11am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 24-01-2024 to 25-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $178.20 PM $1500.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $176.00 PM $1500.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $143.00 PM $1200.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $143.00 PM $1200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $143.00 PM $1200.00, BARREL RACE EF $143.00 PM $1500.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $143.00 PM $1200.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $99.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $101.20 PM $750.00, 2ND

All prize money is GST inclusive

10th February 2024 SCOTTSDALE RODEO, TAS Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0418132229 Venue: NEERA Rodeo Grounds, Bridport Rd JETSONVILLE TAS 7260 Rodeo Start Time: 3pm Slack if Necessary: Yes Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Ian Brown Notes: GST Applies: No Entry Dates: 31-01-2024 to 05-02-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BULL RIDE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BARREL RACE EF $123.00 PM $1200.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $123.00 PM $1200.00

2nd Division: 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $65.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $68.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $68.00 PM $500.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $28.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $28.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $28.00 PM $200.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $28.00 PM $200.00

10th February 2024 M5 GEELONG RODEO, VC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0409965641 Venue: Geelong Race Course, 99 Breakwater Rd GEELONG VIC 3219 Rodeo Start Time: 4pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 10am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 27-01-2024 to 30-01-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $189.20 PM $1200.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, BARREL RACE EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1500.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $112.20 PM $600.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $600.00 Junior: JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $40.70 PM $300.00, JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $44.00 PM $300.00

17th February 2024 NARRANDERA RODEO, NSW Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0428 262 726 Venue: Narandera Rodeo Arena - 26 Golf Link Rd, Narrandera Rodeo Start Time: 6:30pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 9am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $170.00 PM $2000.00, BULL RIDE EF $172.00 PM $2000.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $170.00 PM $2000.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $160.00 PM $2000.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $160.00 PM $200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $160.00 PM $2000.00, BARREL RACE EF $160.00 PM $2000.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $160.00 PM $2000.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $60.00 PM $500.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $62.00 PM $500.00 Junior: JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $18.00 PM $250.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $18.00 PM $250.00, JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $18.00 PM $250.00

All prize money is GST inclusive

23rd February 2024 M5 ECHUCA RODEO, VC Championship Points: Yes Phone: 0409965641 Venue: Echuca Showgrounds, 201 Simmie St, VIC 3564 Rodeo Start Time: 4pm Slack if Necessary: Yes 10am Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Garry McPhee Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 09-02-2024 to 12-02-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $1500.00, BULL RIDE EF $189.20 PM $1200.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $187.00 PM $1200.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, TEAM ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, BARREL RACE EF $176.00 PM $1200.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $176.00 PM $1500.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $750.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $112.20 PM $600.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $110.00 PM $600.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $44.00 PM $300.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $44.00 PM $300.00

24th February 2024 WHITTLESEA RODEO, VIC Championship Points: Yes Phone: __ Venue: ___ Rodeo Start Time: ___ Slack if Necessary: No Day Members Accepted: Yes Stock Contractors: Notes: GST Applies: Yes Entry Dates: 14-02-2024 to 19-02-2024 (see Central Entries information for specific times) Events: Open: SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $27.50 PM $0.00, BULL RIDE EF $29.70 PM $0.00, BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $27.50 PM $0.00, ROPE AND TIE EF $27.50 PM $0.00, STEER WRESTLING EF $27.50 PM $0.00, TEAM ROPING EF $27.50 PM $0.00, BARREL RACE EF $27.50 PM $0.00, BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $27.50 PM $0.00 2nd Division: 2ND DIV SADDLE BRONC RIDE EF $27.50 PM $0.00, 2ND DIV BAREBACK BRONC RIDE EF $27.50 PM $0.00, 2ND DIV BULL RIDE EF $26.40 PM $0.00 Junior: JUNIOR STEER RIDE EF $11.00 PM $0.00, JUNIOR BARREL RACE EF $11.00 PM $0.00, JUNIOR BREAKAWAY ROPING EF $11.00 PM $0.00, JUNIOR BULL RIDE EF $11.00 PM $0.00, JUNIOR TEAM ROPING EF $11.00 PM $0.00

Calendar

2023/24 Season

All prize money is GST inclusive

January 2024

July 2024

01 - TUMBARUMBA NEW YEARS DAY RODEO, NSW 06 - KATAMATITE LIONS RODEO, VIC 13 - ALEXANDRA RODEO, VIC 13 - PETERBOROUGH RODEO, SA 13 - CARRICK BULL RIDE, TAS 20 - XTREME BULLS & BRONCS TOUR FINALS, NSW 20 - HARVEYDALE RODEO, TAS 20 - YARRA VALLEY PRO RODEO, VIC 26 - BILOELA AUSTRALIA DAY RODEO, QLD 27 - NEERIM RODEO, VIC 27 - WILMINGTON RODEO, SA

06 - PITTSWORTH RODEO, QLD 13 - TAROOM RODEO, QLD 20 - CHARTERS TOWERS RODEO, QLD 27 - RICHMOND RODEO, QLD

February 2024

NOVEMBER 2024

02 - COOMA RODEO, NSW 03 - WAGGA PRO RODEO, NSW 03 - ULVERSTONE RODEO, TAS 10 - M5 GEELONG RODEO, VIC 10 - SCOTTSDALE RODEO, TAS 17 - NARRANDERA RODEO, NSW 23 - M5 ECHUCA RODEO, VIC 24 - WHITTLESEA RODEO, VIC

23 - KAPUNDA RODEO, VIC

March 2024 01 - M5 MARYBOROUGH RODEO, VIC 02 - HAY, NSW 08 - KAYBRAM RODEO, VIC 09 - GOWRIE PARK RODEO, TAS 10 - CHILTERN RODEO, VIC 22 - M5 BERWICK RODEO, VIC 23 - FARM WORLD RODEO, VIC 23 - PRESTON RODEO, TAS 29 - GREAT WESTERN RODEO, VIC 29 - M5 BEECHWORTH RODEO, VIC 30 - DENILIQUIN UNDER THE STARS RODEO, NSW 30 - EMERALD EASTER RODEO, QLD

April 2024 01 - LANG LANG RODEO, VIC 12/13 - GUNNEDAH SHOW RODEO, NSW 12 - MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER BUSH FESTIVAL 19-20 - JULIA CREEK DURT AND DUST, QLD 20 - TUMUT RODEO, NSW 27 - GARGETT RODEO, QLD 27 - HOMEBUSH RODEO, NSW

May 2024 03 - HUGHENDEN RODEO, QLD 04 - BLACKWATER RODEO, QLD 11 - ROAD TO RODEO MOUNT ISA, QLD

August 2024 16/17 - NORTH QUEENSLAND ELITE RODEO, QLD 24- CAPELLA RODEO, QLD

October 2024 12 - BACK O BOURKE RODEO, NSW

CENTRAL ENTRY INFORMATION Phone: 07 4661 4766 Entry Times: Wednesday and Thursday 9am -4pm

PLEASE NOTE:

Dates Are Subject To Change DEC 6/7 - BAROSSA, SA; VIC BULL TITLES, VIC; BUNDALONG, VIC; MYRTLEFORD, VIC DEC 13/14 - CARRIETON, TAS; TUMBARUMBA, VIC; KATAMATITE, VIC

Members Note: Entries will not be taken without your membership number.

Cancel Outs - Monday 9am until 12 noon (the week of the rodeo unless otherwise stated. A fine of $5 applies per rodeo to all cancel outs. After this penalties as per Rules 22.1 to 22.8 apply.

Late entries are taken Friday 9am to 4pm and Monday 9am to 12 noon unless stated differently below. If there are more than 12 in an event, a late fee of $50 applies. 12 noon Monday is the absolute latest to enter, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES will further entries be taken after this time. The only exception is if there’s less than 12 in an event.

DEC 20/21 - ALEXANDRA, VIC; PETERBOROUGH, SA; CARRICK, TAS

All times strictly Queensland Eastern Standard Time where daylight savings does not occur.

JAN 10/11 - BENDIGO, VIC; YARRA VALLEY, VIC; HARVEYDALE, TAS

In case of a dispute on your entry, all entry calls will be recorded. You will be given a call back number which you should keep as your confirmation of your entry. This number will be needed if you claim a mistake has been made with your entry.

JAN 17/18 - NEERIM, VIC; WILMINGTON, SA: BILOELA, QLD J AN 24/25 - COOMA, NSW; ULVERSTONE, TAS: WAGGA NSW JAN 31/FEB 1 - GEELONG, VIC; SCOTTSDALE, TAS FEB 7/8

- NARRANDERA, NSW

FEB 14/15 - ECHUCA, VIC; WHITTLESEA, VIC FEB 21/22 -

HAY, NSW: MARYBOROUGH, VIC

FEB 28/29 - KYABRAM, VIC; CHILTERN, VIC: GOWRIE PARK RODEO, TAS

Keep your calls to an absolute minimum - where call is answered strictly state membership number, rodeo and event.

Entries are only taken on two days except where there are entries for five or more rodeos. Check entry dates carefully! If entry dates fall on a public holiday check this page for altered dates/times.

All contestants must have a zero balance in order to enter rodeos. If you have unpaid fees you are currently ineligible to be put in a draw.

False communication with Central Entry system, regarding entry procedure.

ACTION: A fine of $30, first offence; $60 second offence; $100 upon the third complaint.

Entries will be accepted via email or by fax providing they are received in the correct timeframe i.e. between 9am on entry open day and 4pm on entry closing day for extenuating circumstances only. No responsibility will be accepted if emails or faxes are not received by Head Office.

Email:apra@prorodeo.com.au Fax: (07) 4661 4990. Entries will not be accepted from members with outstanding accounts.

WHEN PHONING CENTRAL ENTRIES PLEASE STATE YOUR MEMBERSHIP NUMBER, RODEO AND EVENT ONLY IN QUICK SUCCESSION. IT’S IMPORTANT TO KEEP CALLS BRIEF SO OTHER COMPETITORS ARE NOT KEPT WAITING. THANKYOU.

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