DV Annual Report 2025

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC

(Trading

as Dogs Victoria)

ANNUAL REPORT 20 25

2026 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AGENDA

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

With the support of a hard working and cohesive Management Committee and so many members who have volunteered their time throughout the year Dogs Victoria finds itself in a relatively strong position. Whilst it is sad that overall membership is slightly down on the previous year, we remain the State body with the largest membership. Growing our membership still is one of our highest priorities.

Careful fiscal management by the finance committee chaired by John Hutchison has seen us finish the year with a healthy surplus. This will allow us to undertake major maintenance on the Boxhall Pavilion, the completion of connection of the sewerage as well as other improvements at both venues.

This year saw the introduction of optional online litter registrations something that many members have taken up and Town Hall meetings to keep members updated on what is happening and proposed for your association.

Conformation is maintaining its number of participants whilst the performance disciplines continue to show strong growth especially in areas like sprint dog. Thank you to all those people who are involved in running events

None of our achievements would have been possible without the dedication and tireless work of Kirk Edwards, our C.E., Debbie Parker, our Office Operations Manager and Onn Wong, our Finance Manager and all the hard-working office staff. I thank you all on behalf of all the membership.

Looking back over the past twelve months I believe it is fitting to pause and remember those members who are no longer with us

In closing I would like to thank my fellow members of the Management Committee and all who have supported me throughout the year.

Frost

COMMITTEE REPORTS

AGILITY COMMITTEE

2025 was a challenging year with unusual weather conditions that left clubs just hoping for the best. The biggest project this year was the agility rules review. The Agility Committee would like to thank all those competitors who contributed and attended the organised meetings for discussions and voting. The new rules come into effect 1st January 2026. The most time consuming change that has impacted Victoria is the new height cut offs. Due to Victorian dogs only having their jump height on their cards we now need to measure all dogs to obtain an actual height of their dogs and issue new height cards. Thank you to all the clubs, trainers and judges for contributing to this mammoth task.

27 Open Agility/Jumping and Games trials were held, along with 2 Restricted to Breed (Border Collie and Australian Shepherd).

The Victoria State Agility Trial and Top Dog Event was moved from November to September in 2025 in the hope of better weather conditions. Well, we didn’t get the extreme hot weather, instead it was sudden rain to gusty winds. Our stewards, judges and ring helpers were gems in keeping the trial moving with 3,301 entries.

Dogs Victora Top Dog Event was held on Friday 19th September. Committee would like to thank all the helpers, sponsors and congratulate all competitors who qualified for 2025.

JUMPING WINNERS– Sponsored by Action Dogs Victoria –Judged by Darren Wallace

• 200 – Maxine Corry-Thomas and Use Your Illusion JDM AD

• 300 – Zoe Delahoy and Rogue SPDX JDX GD SD AD

• 400 – Michelle Jewell and Ag Ch 400 Squeakdog ADM JDM

ADO JDO GDX SDX SPDX

• 500 – Katie Kisielnicki and Kayladene Pushin The Limits ADM

JDM JDO GD SPD

• 600 – Patricia Attard and Ag Ch 600 Trigger JDM ADM JDO

ADO SD GDX SPDX

AGILITY WINNERS – Sponsored by K9 Agility Club – Judged by Nikki Janetski

• 200 - Jodie Beable and Zalucha Ziggy Zoom Zoom ADM JDM

SD SPDX TK.S

• 300 - Katie Baird and Ag Ch 300 BeleeshaBright Star CD JDM

ADM JDO ADO GDX HTM.S SPDM SDM TK.S

• 400 – Michelle Jewell and Ag Ch 400 Squeakdog ADM JDM

ADO JDO GDX SDX SPDX

• 500 – Leonie Jasper and Adensley Queen of the South ADM

JDM SPDX GD SD

• 600 – Patricia Attard and Ag Ch 600 Trigger JDM ADM JDO

ADO SD GDX SPDX

I would like to thank the agility committee for all their hard work for 2025 and their dedication and commitment in contributing to the improvement of agility in Victoria, Hannah Diamond, Kerry Spencer, Peter Buykx, Kylie Bergin and Judy Kloeden.

2026 brings up my 6th consecutive year on the agility committee and therefore I cannot stand for re-election. I would like to thank everyone in the agility community for all your support, suggestions and contributions. Agility is a growing sport and is becoming a large workload for 5 people to manage. Therefore, I encourage you all interested in learning more and contributing to our hobby of agility to stand for committee. It would be great to see the committee numbers increase to our maximum of 9 elected persons. If you are interested, please speak to any of our committee members.

Sandy Stockman Chair

STATE CHAMPIONS 2025 – Congratulations to our 2025 winners:

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APPEALS COMMITTEE

Overview

During 2025, the Appeals Committee was chaired by Neil Stone. During the reporting period, Meredith Clegg concluded her tenure as Chair and assumed the role of Deputy Chair. The Committee was further strengthened by the appointment of Lorell Sheppard during the year.

The Committee formally records its sincere appreciation to Meredith Clegg for her many years of service as Chair. Her continued involvement as Deputy Chair ensures the retention of considerable experience, continuity, and guidance for the current Committee.

Appeals Activity

A number of appeal hearings were conducted during 2025, including appeals relating to disciplinary decisions and dog incident matters. All hearings were conducted via the Zoom platform, providing an efficient and accessible process for all participants.

Key Issues and Observations

Several appeals considered during 2025 identified a general lack of compliance with, and understanding of, procedural requirements under the VCA Rules. Although dog incident procedures at shows have been revised, it was evident that some VCA representatives had not remained sufficiently informed of these updated requirements.

The Committee also reiterates that breeders have an ongoing responsibility to ensure they are fully conversant with the Code of Practice at all times.

Conclusion

The Appeals Committee remains committed to the fair, impartial, and consistent determination of appeals, in accordance with the VCA Rules and established procedures.

Neil Stone Chair

Name Position

Neil Stone Chair

Peter Frost Deputy Chair

Meredith Clegg Deputy Chair

Fiona Ward Committee

Lorell Sheppard Committee

BREEDERS EDUCATION AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

Background

At the Management Committee Meeting held on the 19th of February 2025 it was resolved that the current inactive Canine Health & Wellbeing Committee, Breeders Committee and Education Committees amalgamate and become the Breeders, Education and Health Committee with current committee members to move to the new committee.

Meetings

The Breeders Education and Health Committee (BEHC) held its first meeting in March 2025 and has held monthly meetings via Zoom on the 4th Monday of the month throughout 2025.

Current Projects

- Assist members with the 2026 Parentage Verification roll out by making DNA collection and information freely available

- Monitor DNA testing and registration timelines post 1st January 2026

- Evaluate Respiratory Function Grading (RFG) testing for brachycephalic breeds

- Develop and implement the Breeder Mentor Program

- Educate members on various topics through publications, educational video/s and webinars

- Assist various breed clubs on a variety of health topics

- Establish a ‘Vulnerable Breeds Register’

DNA

This has been our major project for 2025. The purpose is to help members meet the mandatory DNA Parentage requirements for litters born on or after the 1st of January 2026.

Along with Dr Linda Beer and Dr Heather Tilley we have facilitated the training of many Dogs Victoria approved DNA collectors. We are grateful to our volunteer collectors that have been trained so far and to those who have put their hands up to volunteer. The training program continues and we aim to have good coverage right across the state.

The BEHC has conducted three DNA collections days in December at the Summer Spectacular and Big Day Out for Dogs at KCC Park and at the Lancefield Kennel Club at Bulla. We will be running more collection days including some in regional areas. A full list of Dogs Victoria Approved InfogeneNZ and Orivet DNA collectors can be found on the Dogs Victoria website. Orivet also has a list of collectors on their website. Vets can also collect DNA.

The Dogs Victoria website contains valuable information to assist members https://dogsvictoria.org.au/breeders/dna-parentage-verification/ You can contact us at behc@dogsvictoria.org.au

For specific DNA related enquiries you can also contact dnadogsvic@dogsvictoria.org.au

I am proud of what we have achieved in a short time. I am thankful to the committee and to Dr Linda Beer and Dr Heather Tilley for their input and guidance. We are all volunteers and are looking forward to assisting members and clubs and making a positive impact in the future.

Raelene Trimble B Sc. Chair

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BULLA AMENITIES COMMITTEE

It has been a bust year for us; we held four shows in May with Greg Browne in the chair. There were a few hiccups along the way, but we got through them and the shows were successful.

I took over as chair after being approached by Julie Keenan, there are only 2 official committee members myslef (Barbara McVilly) and Dean Mathews. We have had help behind the scenes and without their help we would not have been able to achieve what we have for our shows in 2026, so a big thank you to Debbie Parker, Julie Keenan and Leanne Cassar.

On that note it would be good if management committee could look at revising the rule that committee cannot enter their dogs in these shows, if was committee cannot show at these shows it would be easier for me to get more committee members.

We have contracted all our judges for 2026 and have subcontracted 2 of them out to the Cootamundra clubs, we have also been doing fundraising to help pay for the show.

To date we have had a very successful Sprint Dog Trial, and we cannot thank Bec Sloan enough for getting it off the ground, we have another one coming up on the 12th of April.

We have run 2 BBQ’S which were very successful and hote to run 2 more before the shows. One with the Sprint Dog trial and one at Easter Festival on Saturday if permission is granted.

We are also approaching members for sash donations for the shows, to date we have group 3 fully covered for 3 shows, group 6 covered for one show and group 2 covered for one show.

We would like to look at brining in a couple of judges from Europe or Canada next year as well as from the Asain countries if we are granted permission. We are in the process of looking for judges from Asia at present; we would like to get judges locked in as soon as possible for 2027.

Bulla Amenities Show Committee would love to be able to run a sprint Dog Trial at Bulla soon if this could be looked at to see if it is feasible.

Barbara McVilly Chair

Name Position

Barbara McVilly Chair

Dean Mathews Committee

BULLA FACILITIES COMMITTEE

We have a very energetic, enthusiastic and supportive committee of whom all are great contributors.

Key events

- 12 meetings held in 2025: - 7 face to face at Bulla & 5 via Zoom. Some were hybrid.

• Zoom always was available for the Bulla meetings

• Note: Some members travel over 40 km to attend meetings.

- 3 resignations:

• Peter Frost & Colin Hamilton - retired

• Simon Briggs - moved to the other side of Melbourne

- Working bees : 8 held during the year

• Road and carpark maintenance: - filled in potholes when required.

• Sprinkler maintenance and upgrade

• 18 sprinklers realigned or replaced, new boxes and covers fitted.

• Added bottom rails to off lead exercise areas

• Removed tree limbs in carpark to improve parking access

• Grounds fertilized and treated for grubs x 2.

• Gardens: regular pruning and weeding

• trip hazards on concrete paths ground off where required.

• Maintenance/repairs to ringside gazebos

• Potable water tap provided at Portable toilets

• Outdoor toilet consumables storage cupboard installed at Portable toilets.

• General maintenance of the facilities as required

- Mowing contract: New contractor, Lawn Enforcement, from Oct 1

• Mown lawns, spray weeds and set up rings (when required).

• Currently seeking quote to manage our rubbish bins as well,

- Major Prune of Gum tree next to secretary’s Office:

• Several large limbs dropped after windy or hot days

• Tree specialist engaged to remove all large limbs

- Set up 30 camping sites

• Measured, mapped and signposted 30 camping sites

• Booking managed through Show Manager

- Ring Chains: Replaced ageing ring chains with ropes and winding spool & implemented new setup and pull down system

- Weekly watering of grounds over spring , summer and Autumn

• Very labour intensive:

• water main for the sprinklers also is used to fill our tank therefore can’t irrigate and fill the tank at the same time.

• requires multiple visits per week:

• attend to turn on water at the main junction and turn off irrigation pump

• Do the reverse prior to each irrigation.

• Takes 7 hours of filling if watering 20 mins per line ( x 10 lines).

• Committee currently exploring the cost to add a separate water main to fill the tank. Proposal to be presented to the Finance committee once costings are confirmed.

- Weekly Rubbish Bin management:

• Before show weekend: set out bins around the grounds, fit rubbish bag liners

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• After show weekend: consolidate/combine Bins and set out in carparks for contractor to empty.

• Weekly Contact with contractor: order or cancel pickup, advise number of bins to empty

- Cleaner: weekly liaison with cleaner, advise which areas will require cleaning

- Manage portable toilet tanks and all consumables:

• Book tanker to empty portable toilets prior to, during and after shows as required.

• Monitor and order consumables as required.

• BFC Committee is currently seeking quotes to install a sewage grinder pump and run a sewerage line from the portable toilets to the septic tanks located at the back of the indoor arena. Proposal will be presented to the Finance committee once costings identified.

- New table and chairs for canteen area:

• Set of 3 tables and 12 chairs kindly donated by Ken and Jan Campbell.

• supplied as flat packs which the Committee assembled during a working bee.

- Front gate: battery charger installed to replace broken solar panel.

• Gate now operating again.

- Facebook: Maintain a Bulla Buddies Facebook page.

- Calabria Club: Maintain regular contact with Calabria Club president and his management committee

- Show Day Vendors: liase with vendors on a regular basis.

- First Aid: boxes audited and refilled as required.

Keith Fallow Chair

Peter

CALENDAR AND EVENTS COMMITTEE

With Erica absent on maternity leave, the Calendar Committee has assumed an expanded role. In addition to coordinating the calendar for Conformation Shows, the committee is now working closely with the Chairs of all performance sports to ensure dates are allocated correctly and in accordance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

This new system has proven effective, with Chairs more actively involved and having a greater voice in the process. Zoom meetings have been reduced, with most requests now managed via group email, allowing decisions to be made more efficiently. The committee continues to adhere to established guidelines when allocating events, with a strong emphasis on avoiding scheduling clashes.

The committee looks forward to another productive year in 2026.

Julie Keenan Chair

Name Position

Julie Keenan Chair

Simon Briggs Conformation Representative

Dawn Ayton Performance Lead Representative

Chris Moore KCC Park Facilities Committee Representative

Sue Hutcheson Bulla Facilities Committee Representative

Jason Hartford Country Representative

Dale Taylor Management Committee Representative

CLASSIC DOG SHOW COMMITTEE

I am very pleased to provide the 2025 Annual Report on behalf of the Classic Dog Show Dogs Victoria Subcommittee.

This year we said goodbye to Felix Lay who has retired from the committee. We thank him sincerely for his contribution. We welcome Suzanne Tennant who has taken over the position of Treasurer. I am confident that she will bring enthusiasm and a valuable skill set to this position.

After our show in February our Chairman, Andrew Burt, resigned from the position of chairman and the Deputy Chair, Cathy Scotton, has taken on the position. Andrew was an amazing guiding hand for this Committee for many years assisting and then taking over from Bob Bell when he was unable to continue. His leadership was fair and concise and helped the Committee to become the wonderful working team it is. We were very sorry to say “farewell”.

The committee conducted its 71st annual championship dog Show on Saturday 1 February 2025 at KCC Park, Skye. I wish to pay tribute to them all. Each and every Committee member has worked tirelessly to earn funds to support and expand Dogs Victoria

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facilities – ensuring you as members have a great experience at all events.

We had a total entry of 509, an excellent panel of Victorian judges, together with 58 in special classes (20 in the baby puppy Sweepstakes and 38 in the Classic Guineas). The committee was extremely grateful for the entry.

Our sincere thanks go to the judges, stewards and Dogs Victoria Representative, together with our photographer, all of whom donated their services. Without the services of these wonderful people the Classic committee would not be able to raise the valuable funds that we are able to put to great use in providing and maintaining facilities for Victorian Dogdom.

I would like to make special mention of the excellent support that the KCC Park facilities committee provided in ensuring KCC Park was in tip top condition.

Once again, we received great donations from so many people to cover all awards and in particular we are very grateful to Mr Peter Hitchener (retired Dogs Victoria Patron) and Mr Peter Mantzaris for their extremely generous donations which covered BIS ($500.) RUBIS ($200.) and also each of the Best in Groups ($100). We are also very grateful for the support from our two other major sponsors, Royal Canin and Moorsholm Pet Transport. All our awards in all Groups are donated by exhibitor, which again allows the Classic committee to raise maximum funds for facilities.

I would also like a big thanks to all those who have donated so many items towards our Raffle which has become a big contributor to our funds earned at the Show.

The Classic Dog Show Committee continues to operate as a large, talented, cohesive and enthusiastic team. Each and every one of them have worked tirelessly leading up to the show and on the day of the show. This has resulted in us presenting an outstanding well-organized and well-run event where all have varied responsibilities resulting in a very effective team of which I am extremely proud and very grateful for their continued efforts.

I pay tribute and thank every member of our Committee. In particular, I want to recognise the contribution of our office bearers - our Secretary Jan Cooke, Assistant Secretary Tracey Coyle and our treasurer Anita Stewart for their ongoing efforts throughout the entire year. Together with our 2025 Show Manager, Max Morris. However we are a team and our show is a team effort.

Over the period of the Classic Committee’s existence, it has raised well in excess of $430,000. All of this revenue is channelled directly to the provision and maintenance of facilities for Dogs Victoria members.

Our biggest success of the year was researching, ordering and having the new barriers installed at KCC Park. The Classic paid $38,850. to have them delivered directly to the door. In a workshop with members of the KCC Park Facilities, they were assembled and admired by all. We are already on a new project that will benefit the dog world.

We look forward to providing another great show in 2026 as we enter our eighth decade as a show committee and a Dogs Victoria Sub-Committee and again enjoying the ongoing support of Victorian exhibitors and the members of Dogs Victoria.

Cathy Scotton

CONFORMATION COMMITTEE

2025 was an eventful year both on a person level and a Committee Level.

I wish to extend my gratitude to the members of the Conformation Committee, Management Committee, Judges Training Committee, Open Show Committee, and Office staff. Throughout my illness and recovery, I was deeply appreciative of the support provided by all involved, and I value your dedication in managing my responsibilities during this period. The achievements realised through teamwork are considerable, and I am sincerely thankful for your commitment and cooperation.

Throughout most of 2025, our committee operated with a reduced number of members due to Jason Moore’s departure for his new position in New Zealand.

Mid 2025 we were lucky enough to have Shelley Turner join our committee; she brings a wealth of knowledge and a very calm demeanour to our meetings.

Pauline Grutzner left the management team: however, Pauline has been such a productive member of the CC team that we asked her to stay on as a general member. Thank you, Pauline. We look forward to your continued input and commitment to the CC team.

Dale Taylor recently joined the CC team as the Management Member representative. Although Dale has only been with the team for a few months, he is already considered a valuable addition.

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We are seeking to appoint an additional member to our committee in order to meet the required membership level. Interested Dogs Victoria members are invited to contact either myself or any current committee member for further information.

Activities and outcomes through 2025

1. Dogs Victoria Representatives reports: 2025 has seen a consistent amount of Dogs Victoria Representative reports sent to Conformation for review. Several of these reports involving Aggressive dogs both towards humans and other dogs.

As members of Dogs Victoria, it is everyone’s responsibility to ensure their dogs are trained and socialised to accept the examination from a judge. If you have any doubt on the stability of your dog’s temperament, then please seek further assistance from a qualified trainer. Don’t place your dog in a situation that makes them feel threatened.

• Dog aggressive behaviour:

We find most of these incidents is due to lack of attention by the handler. Please be aware of your surroundings. Please ensure that your dog’s remain on lead at all times during a Conformation show.

All clubs should be familiar with the Dog Incident report and have a copy of the procedure on hand.

2. The Conformation Committee has organised 5 returning dog assessments in 2025 and we are incredibly pleased to report, that all four dogs were assessed as fit to return to Dogs Victoria activities.

We thank the members of the assessment teams for their willingness to complete the required assessments.

3. Conformation Committee continues to review and highlight rules and regulations that may not be reflecting current process or require clearer definition.

We would like to thank the current Rules and Regulations Team for their expedient and constructive feedback on ant requests that we make in regard to these changes.

4. Information from the member survey was compiled and referred to Management Committee.

The Conformation Committee continues to work for the benefit of all members of Dogs Victoria. Conformation Committee members are very approachable and look forward to hearing from any of our DV members with ideas/ concerns that might help to continue to improve the hobby that we all love.

Julia Jones Chair

CONFORMATION JUDGES COMMITTEE

The Conformation Judges Committee has had a positive year, implementing changes to better support the needs of our trainees. Group Leaders have continued to deliver lectures via Zoom, enabling distance trainees to participate in the scheme in a more inclusive way. This approach has also allowed trainees who work full time to attend lectures without needing to take time off work. The pass rate for the theory examinations remains exceptional; however, the practical examination pass rate continues to present challenges. The CJC is actively exploring options to improve outcomes in this area.

In 2025, the format of the practical examinations was revised to help reduce stress for trainees. This change was positively received by both trainees and assessors.

I would like to sincerely thank all exhibitors who supplied dogs for the practical assessments and field days. The CJC greatly appreciates your ongoing support. I would also like to acknowledge and thank the volunteers who generously gave their time to assist with the organisation and running of the practicals. Coordinating and executing these events is a significant task, and their contribution is invaluable.

The CJC has made several changes to the committee for 2026, and I am pleased to welcome our new Group Leaders: Lisa Woolley as Group Leader for Aspirants, and Barbara Doyle as Group Leader for Gundogs.

The Conformation Judges Committee looks forward to a successful and productive year in 2026.

Julie Keenan Chair

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CONSTITUTION RULES & REGULATIONS COMMITTEE

The Constitution, Rules and Regulations (CR&R) Committee was strengthened when Sue Anderson joined the committee in February 2025. Most of the matters handled by the committee involve the Regulations and arise from referrals by the Management Committee.

During 2025 the Committee has dealt with many alterations to the Regulations, the most noticeable being a complete overhaul of regulations related to extreme weather where Sue Anderson’s leading role was extremely valuable. We are working towards removing duplication within the Regulations which involves consolidating similar Regulations into a single entry in Part 3 with cross-referencing to that entry in other Parts. The structure of the new extreme weather regulations is an example of that approach.

The Committee considers that the regulations should be unambiguous, easy to understand and designed to make the management of Dogs Victoria activities both efficient and effective. Communication within the committee has been primarily by email which has been frequent, has resulted in productive discussion and exploration of issues from a range of perspectives and has benefited from members’ breadth of experience.

No formal face-to-face meetings were held during 2025 but one meeting was held via Zoom with all four members participating.

The Committee is responsible for the training of members who are willing to serve as VCA Representatives. The training sessions conducted during 2025 with the assistance of Ross Carlson were well attended with the pleasing result that at the end of the year we have more than 100 accredited Reps.

Participation by the chairperson in monthly Governance Lead meetings has been valuable as a way of communicating with related subcommittees. It has also been very useful in ensuring that proposals put forward by CR&R are conveyed effectively to meetings of the Management Committee.

Peter Howard Chair

Name Position

Peter Howard Chair

Sue Anderson Committee

Rochelle Manderson Committee

Debbie Parker Committee

DANCES WITH DOGS & TRICK DOG COMMITTEE

Dances with Dogs

Aside from one mid-year competition that saw entry numbers double, participation levels remained consistently strong throughout the year, which is very encouraging.

Each year brings more Trick Dog competitors embracing the challenge of Dances with Dogs competitions, with many choosing to compete in both Freestyle and Heelwork to Music.

Trick Dog

Throughout 2025, Trick Dog Tests have continued to attract high numbers of entrants.

This year also welcomed two additional dog clubs hosting Trick Dog Tests, with more showing interest for 2026.

Trick Dog Judge’s training

In May, training commenced for 11 aspiring Trick Dog judges, who will complete their theory and practical examinations in January 2026.

Another successful year for both Dances with Dogs and Trick Dog.

Sue Cordwell

Chair

Name

Position

Sue Cordwell Chair

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DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE

2025 was a very busy year for our team. Over the year, 52 cases were allocated to disciplinary with 44 being heard during the year. The remaining cases were heard at the start of 2026. In addition to the cases heard by the panel, many members elected to accept summary penalties for first and second breeder breaches.

The panel has spent considerable time throughout the year in reviewing existing regulations in an effort to support members through education. For many members, the understanding of their requirement as a breeder is of great concern particularly around the following areas:

- refunds of purchase prices and deposits, - contracts of sale and deposits,

- return of the puppy/dog,

- sales agreements especially when breeding agreements are in discussed,

- who is responsible for veterinary care costs and

- what would be reasonable contact and record keeping.

As 2026 begins, the committee will continue making submissions to the Management Committee to best support the membership with their understanding.

The outcomes of most hearings have been based on further educating the member and ensuring they seek the relevant information and support needed to prevent a further breach. This has included re-sitting the breeder prefix exam, working with the field officer, and providing health testing of their breeding dogs. In some cases, the membership has been terminated if there are animal cruelty charges involved or a continued refusal to work with the organisation for animal welfare. All case outcomes are determined on the merits of the case, not based on precedence.

All hearings are held via the Zoom platform to enable broader access for all members to attend without the lengthy travel times. This also provides a safer environment for the panel members when there is aggressive behaviour by respondents. As an organisation we must all work to ensure the safety of our volunteers - there is no room for disrespectful or aggressive behaviour towards those who are giving up their time to support the organisation in adhering to the rules and regulations.

We have welcomed some new people to our team this year who have been supportive in reducing the workload of others. I want to thank those that have retired from the panel, their work has supported us over a number of years. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our panel members for their ongoing support.

Ross Carlson Chair

DRAFT COMMITTEE

At the recent Big Day Out For Dogs, drafting demonstrations were held throughout the day presented by Sheridan Holmes, and demonstrated by volunteer Brooke Halliwell and her Leonberger, Greta. We are very grateful for Brooke and Greta’s assistance in demonstrating finer aspects of the sport

Sheridan Holmes Chair

EARTHDOG COMMITTEE

2025 was a disappointing year due in the main to weather and access to the Earthdog area.

Thanks to Chris Moore and Chris Warren for assisting in resolving this problem, so we no longer have to traverse, wet and muddy lawns.

A number of double tests have been run with both local and interstate judges.

We have a number of new people who are just starting out and are very enthusiastic.

A Rule Review is under way and will be finalised mid-year.

We are looking forward to the start of a busy 2026 year.

My thanks to Performance Leads Committee for their support.

Jan Cooke Chair

FINANCE COMMITTEE

On behalf of the Finance Committee is my pleasure to present the Finance report for the 2025 year.

The Association reported a Net Profit of $528k for the year which was a great result.

On the revenue side, there were modest increases in fees and subscriptions, income from show and trials, advertising and sponsorship, and interest received. After factoring in the fee increases, the underlying trend however, reveals a slight decline in overall activity. This continues to be a challenge for the Association going forward.

On the expense side of the business, it was a welcome sign that a number of major expenses were well managed, with the following expenses showing a substantial decrease from last year.

Legal costs were down $85k, Magazine printing costs were down $39k, repairs and Maintenance down by $111k, Salaries & Wages down by $55k, and Event costs down by $40k.

Member meeting expenses increased - this was the result of combining all member meetings, including election expenses, into the one category but also included $22k for working with children compliance advice.

From a cash perspective, the Association ended the year with around $2.7 million in the bank.

2026 will see some significant pressure on our cash reserves with the finalisation of the sewerage connection costing a further $400k, repairs to the Boxhall pavilion roof costing around $575k and the west-end remediation (which will include development of further event areas) costing approximately $750k.

As such, it is important for the Association to exercise strong financial discipline as this will allow the development of the Master Plan for our facilities.

John Hutchison Chair

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HERDING COMMITTEE

The Herding Sub-Committee (HSC) of Dogs Victoria acknowledges the continued collaboration and support of affiliate clubs and stakeholders whose collective efforts have contributed to a successful and progressive year for herding activities in Victoria.

Throughout 2025, the HSC remained focused on promoting herding as a working discipline, supporting best practice in stock management and dog welfare, and providing accessible opportunities for competitors across experience levels.

FRIENDS OF THE PARK COMMITTEE

The Friends of The Park Show Committee was set up as a Dogs Victoria Amenity Committee to conduct shows and other fixtures with the sole aim of raising funds to improve member facilities at KCC Park.. Members of the KCC Park Facilities Committee are automatically appointed to this committee.

2023 saw us change the panel with a mix of interstate and local judges so we could improve our profit. Following member feedback we combined the two shows onto the one day.. In 2025 we moved our shows a week earlier, to work in with Caufield and Casey shows. This proved very successful.

Following on from the previous year the shows were a wonderful community event with a very relaxed atmosphere. The members lounge was well utilised , with tables and chairs with free tea, coffee and refreshments. Product was also provided by Royal Canin. We also maintained our Rose and Protea theme.

Our monster cart raffle, raised in excess of $1200.

We made over $5000 profit at the show, and we are currently finalising quotes to purchase new round tables for the Lyndhurst Room

During the year we held 8 meetings

We are looking forward to our shows in July 2026

Chris Moore

Chair

Overview of Herding Activities in 2025

Herding events conducted during 2025 reflected steady participation and a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of competition and education. Events ranged from introductory training and instinct testing through to trial-level competition, offering pathways for new participants while continuing to challenge experienced handlers and dogs.

Throughout 2025, affiliate clubs supporting herding activities under Dogs Victoria demonstrated a high level of professionalism, cooperation, and commitment to the sport. Collectively, affiliates delivered a well-balanced calendar of trials, training days, and educational activities.

Key positives included:

• Well-run events conducted in accordance with Dogs Victoria regulations

• Strong focus on education and mentoring

• High standards of stock and dog welfare

• Cooperative sharing of resources and officials

Dogs Victoria Events and Support

The State Herding Trial conducted by the HSC was successful and offered classes in three courses and two stock types.

Judges, Stewards, Volunteers, and Licensing Licences granted during 2025:

• Full Trial Level Herding Judge Licence – Ms Alyson Mills

• Full Trial Level Herding Judge Licence – Ms Alexa McGuaran

• First Trial Level Herding Judge Licence (A Course) – Ms Helen Weedon

Animal welfare remained a central focus throughout 2025, with all events conducted in accordance with Dogs Victoria policies.

The Herding Sub-Committee thanks affiliate clubs, Dogs Victoria staff, judges, stewards, volunteers, and competitors for their contributions during 2025.

Kate Dourley Chair

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INVESTIGATIONS COMMITTEE

In January 2025, the Management Committee appointed me as Chair of Investigations. This report details the activities conducted by the members of the Investigations team during 2025.

Caseload 2025

The Investigations Committee members investigated and closed out 38 cases in 2025. Of those cases, one case was “reactivated” as information found during another investigation revealed that the case lapsed several years ago. A further two cases were “reactivated” as the cases placed on hold due to both complainants not renewing their membership. Subsequently the members did renew their membership and investigation was recommenced. This led to the implementation of new regulation 5.1.13 which makes provision for an investigation to continue even if a member chooses not to renew their membership. This will give resolution to complainants and allow timely investigation of cases.

17 of the 38 cases were prior to 2025 and 21 were presented to the Committee in 2025.

The Committee has nine Investigators given the number of cases presented each year, more Investigators are needed.

Further activities planned for 2026 include:

Given the long-term cases have been resolved, and the Committee has established an operating rhythm. In 2026 a review is planned for the investigation processes, in particular where delays are experienced due to Respondents not participating in a timely manner. Further activities include the appointment of new Investigators thereby allowing quicker turnaround of investigations. Trialling of an expediated process for cases with determinative evidence that does not require a comprehensive investigation. Examples include but not limited to:

Signed a judge’s contract to judge while suspended, entered shows while suspended, and breach of Rule 7.6.16.

Fiona Ellis Chair

LIBRARY COMMITTEE

Due to the time frame around our annual reports the following is a reflection of the year from December 2024 to the end of November 2025. This means that some donations and new acquisitions are still awaiting processing and are not reflected in the current report. As ever we have had a number of donations this year which continue to expand our collection. It also brings us ever closer to our ultimate goal of housing a complete collection of magazines and gazettes from each of the Australian Member bodies, and the NZKC. To date we have complete collections for DV and DSA, and we are closing in on DNSW and DQ. If anyone can help to complete these please let us know!

While we have had many cheerfully anonymous donations we would like to acknowledge those who do put their hand up again and again, these include; Diane Drayton, Wayne, Sue and Glenn Moore who donated much of the late Val Moore’s collection to us. Gayle Turner, P Dahlberg, Carol Haylock, Meryll Williams, Mary

Williams, Donna Merrilies, Glenda Forster, Susan Coe, Dawn Ayton, Jan and Helen Irving who also donated some of the late Barbara Irvings’s collection, Leanne Trenwith, the family of Sandra Mashford, Helen Dupe of NZ who has happily gone hunting for those missing NZKC gazettes, the family of Judy Bacon, Erica Hogan, Christine Bryant, Christine Raaymaakers, and Jane Doyle; apologies if I have missed anyone. We get many donations that are always gratefully (and dare I say gleefully received) but often they come with no label attached.

If you have any books, VHS, magazines, photos (please label these if you can!) or pedigrees we will happily accept them. We also would love some assistance in the way of funding for various projects and as always, we still need more room! So if you think you could help please let us know.

In addition to our donations we also purchase new items particularly those requested by our members. So if there is something you would like us to add to the collection let us know! This year our collection grew by 290 books and DVDs. We also added two portable DVD players which can be plugged into the USB port of your computer to allow members without a DVD player to view our extensive collection of DVDs.

The library is approaching its 75th year, and our small but enthusiastic committee is slowly planning various events to celebrate the occasion. As the library is meant to support and service all our members we are looking at a broad range of special one off events for 2028…. Watch this space!

In addition to this we are slowly working on building an archive for the many photos that we receive that would otherwise (sadly) end up in landfill. Currently we are looking at both ways of creating safe physical storage and digitised storage. When you go through photos please think of us and consider adding these to the collection, we would ask that where possible these are labelled with the dog and/or handlers name (registered please!) on the reverse.

We are continuing a number of other projects including the scanning of old catalogues and pedigrees, and the digitisation of our rapidly degrading microfilm. We are also continuing to transfer the many VHS tapes of old shows and the like on to DVD so they are safe and available for members to view.

Kerrie Smith our main historian is working hard on a complete history of Dogs Victoria and continues to plough away at this with vigour.

Our wonderful ladies have also started to do regular window displays. These have been well received and they always look great, so keep your eyes peeled for the next one!

Earlier in the year we had a great time hosting a photographer from the Herald Sun. One of our committee member’s dogs was the star of the show happily obliging herself to an endless round of hold still, ears up, just one more! While completely surrounded by books and lights. A fantastic bit of publicity for both Dogs Victoria and our library but it does make you appreciate how fabulous our dogs are!

Thanks and a round of well done must go to the main stay of our committee, Anne Lenne, Leanne Trenwith, Kerrie Smith and Amy Butler who along with some of our wonderful helpers, Chris Warren, and Susanne Redpath made it possible for the library to run two books sales this year which added around $400 to the

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kitty. These were all day events and included both set up and pack down which requires a big commitment in time and effort. So thank you to all! These events are in addition to the book sale we hold for the Big Day Out, which has now become an annual addition to the calendar.

Our ever imaginative Anne Lenne is also the master mind behind the sticker hunt planned for the up coming Big Day out! Which is being finalised as this goes to press.

Finally, just a friendly reminder, everyone on our library committee is a volunteer. We do our best, and attempt to help our members wherever we can. We are always on the lookout for additions to the team both as feet on the ground and in an offsite capacity as there is never, ever a shortage of things to do!

Clare Hodges Chair

LIFE MEMBERSHIP APPROVAL PANEL

The Life Membership Approval Panel held its 2025 Meeting in December 2025.

There were three nominations received for Life Membership with all three being recommended to Management Committee for approval.

It was noted that one Life Member, Mrs Joy Clarkson, passed away during 2025.

No nominations were received for the Member Outstanding Contributions Award.

No nominations were received for the Canine Outstanding Contribution Award.

No nominations were received for the 60 Years Active Membership Award.

The Committee intends to review the criteria and process for determination of Life Membership during the first 6 months of 2026.

Andrew Burt Chair

LITIGATION COMMITTEE

I am very pleased to report that the past year has seen little activity for this committee. Currently there are no cases where Dogs Victoria is involved in any litigation.

Darren Bowey and Jan Robinson both resigned from the committee and I would like to personally them both for all their past work for Dogs Victoria

Peter Frost Chair

LURE COURSING COMMITTEE

Lure coursing continues to grow in popularity across Victoria, with trials consistently filling quickly and strong demand from exhibitors for additional events. Participation levels remain high, reflecting the increasing enthusiasm for the sport and the commitment of the lure coursing community.

The national rules review process progressed throughout 2025 and has now been successfully concluded. As part of this review, the non-sighthound stream has been renamed from Coursing Ability to Lure Pursuit. This change has been well received, with many exhibitors expressing excitement about the introduction of a new Champion title, which will be available from the commencement of the 2026 season.

Judge development has also been a key focus, with several new judges completing their training and undertaking their first judging appointments. Building on this progress, plans are in place to implement a refreshed judges recruitment and development program, supporting the ongoing expansion of trials and ensuring sufficient judging resources into the future.

In 2025, the formation of the Melbourne Lure Dog Club further strengthened the sport, creating additional opportunities for exhibitors. The club’s inaugural weekend of events was highly successful, with the introduction of an innovative team-based competition proving to be a significant drawcard and fostering enthusiastic and good-natured participation.

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Exhibitors also benefited from the opportunity to gain international experience, with the Saluki Club of Victoria hosting international judge Pamela “Sami” Rhyner-Hirko (USA) in August. This event was well supported and added considerable value to the Victorian lure coursing calendar.

Looking ahead to 2026, the outlook for lure coursing in Victoria is very positive. Fourteen weekends of events are currently scheduled across various regions of the state. Encouragingly, several clubs that have not hosted events for some time have returned to the calendar and successfully applied for dates, further expanding opportunities for exhibitors and reinforcing the continued growth and sustainability of the sport

Sharne Quinn Chair

MEDIATION COMMITTEE

Mediation is a structured negotiation process facilitated by a neutral third party. Dogs Victoria has some very experienced and skilled mediators.

The mediation process is offered by Dogs Victoria when members are in conflict, with a view to promoting the resolution of a grievance, arrive at a settlement or a compromise. If mediation is unsuccessful the matter is deemed to be civil and no longer a matter for Dogs Victoria.

In 2025 three complaints were involved in the mediation process. Two reached a mutually agreeable outcome. Other members were offered the option of engaging in the mediation process but as both parties did not agree mediation did not proceed. This is unfortunate as this is a missed opportunity to resolve the situation. As a mechanism to aid in member understanding of mediation Some FAQ (frequently asked question) were developed.

Linda Wilson Chair

NEW YEARS SHOW COMMITTEE

We conducted 4 meetings throughout the year and were attended by all. There was much discussion over judges and interstate V’s local. We also had numerous discussions with Lancefield kennel Club and agreed to use 3 of their judges.

We conducted 3 very successful shows, 2 being on the 31st December and the 3rd on the 1st Jan. These were very well supported and were conducted in a very friendly and pleasant atmosphere.

We look forward to producing even stronger results in the 2026/27 Shows

Dale Taylor Chair

NIGHT OF NIGHTS COMMITTEE

After taking the reins last year and forming a small yet highly productive committee, supported by a dedicated and hardworking office team, Night of Nights continues to stand as Dogs Victoria’s most prestigious event.

Our March 2025 event was a great success, with the ringside tables proving extremely popular and selling out very quickly. Raelene Trimble’s generous donation of decorative plants beautifully dressed the ring and added a special touch to the evening.

A huge thank you to our outstanding team of volunteers whose efficiency and commitment ensured the event ran smoothly and was a truly memorable night. We sincerely thank Gael Wilcock, Debbie Parker, Heather Tilley, Leigh Hearn, Judy Oliver, Peter Hill, Michel Glover, and Stephanie Rickard.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our sponsors— without their support, the event would not be as grand.

The committee is very much looking forward to delivering our 2026 event and to the announcement of the 2025 Top Dog and Top Puppy.

Julie Keenan Chair

Name Position

Julie Keenan Chair

Raelene Trimble Committee

Dawn Ayton Committee

Chris Moore Committee

Sue Hutcheson Committee

Debbie Parker Office Liaison

OBEDIENCE TRACKING AND ENDURANCE COMMITTEE

2025 was a busy year for the Obedience, Tracking and Endurance Committee (OTEC).

Having finalised the Victorian submission for the new Obedience & Rally rules for the Dogs Australia National Obedience & Tracking Committee in 2024, we held meeting to discuss with judges and members all the other member bodies submissions. Once finalised our Victoria delegate, Lynn Klecka, was aware of

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how Victoria wanted to vote at the meeting in March in Adelaide. Once the meeting was held it started the process of writing the new rulebooks.

These were completed and were published in late 2025. December 2025 saw the Zoom meeting for our Judges and competitors on both the disciplines.

In April we ran the Tracking Judges practical assessment, thanks to the judges who were available to assist with the assessment this year. Thanks to the handlers and dogs that gave up their time to be involved.

The Easter Open Obedience & Rally Trials held at KCC Park by OTEC, were well attended with many passes and titles gained. Thanks to the support of those that were able to attend in a supporting role as your assistance is always appreciated. It was also the time to show off the new trailer bought by the fundraising held by OTEC and supported by the Rally community, our thanks to Rob Butler for his expertise in setting it up for all of the OTEC equipment.

Training of new judges is a high priority and large commitment by so many in the various disciplines this Committee is responsible for, both lectures and structured training sessions were held prior to written examinations and then practical assessments in both Obedience and Rally. The Committee wishes to thank the amazing judges who have worked hard with the trainees in the positions of class leaders and mentors imparting their knowledge and experience to them all.

Our thanks to Dawn Howard for her work as the OTEC coordinator of the judging scheme and to all the handlers, dogs and helpers who contribute to the smooth running of these workshops.

August is a busy month with both the DOGS Victoria State Obedience & Rally Championships at KCC Park which is held on the first weekend in August followed at end of the month with the DOGS Victoria State Tracking Trial.

Once again, as the Trial Secretary for both these events, I sincerely thank the members of the OTEC who attended and the many helpers who contribute so much to have the trials running so smoothly.

The State Obedience & Rally Trial weekend also incorporates the DOGS Victoria Obedience Dog of the Year Awards on the Saturday coordinated by Dawn Howard and the DOGS Victoria Rally Dog of The Year Competition on the Sunday coordinated by me.

The Obedience Dog of the Year is awarded certificates for 1st, 2nd and 3rd at each level of obedience, congratulations to all the very worthy winners.

Once again The DOGS Victoria Rally Dog of the Year saw 10 qualifiers compete, and the standard of the work was as expected, simply outstanding, but their can only be one winner and that was:-

Jonathan Carter Dual Ch (R) Tasshot Wild Life CCD RE RM Kerry Blue Terrier

Congratulations on an outstanding year in the Rally Ring culminating in being named

2025 DOGS Victoria Rally Dog of the Year

The DOGS Victoria annual State Tracking Trial another highlight of the tracking season was held. Thanks for the assistance of so

many members of the Tracking Club of Victoria, your expertise and willingness to help in any way you can, continue to make this a fun trial for all to enjoy!

Both the Annual OTEC Presidents and Secretaries and OTEC Judges Forum Meetings were held in October 2025 with many items on both agendas. There was valuable discussion at both meetings with many decisions made. Thank you to both the Club representatives and Judges who attended the meeting to add to the discussions.

The obedience and rally trial run-through nights continue to be held at KCC Park on Tuesday evenings during daylight savings time run by OTEC in conjunction with Friends of Obedience. Thanks to Dawn Howard and her band of helper who set up and pull down each week. Your efforts are appreciated. The training session culminate with the running of an open Obedience Trial on the last Tuesday in November each year under lights and Rally Trials on the first Tuesday in December. Mr Peter Howard takes on the job of Trial Secretary for this trial again and is assisted by so many willing helpers, my thanks to you all.

During the year unfortunately, Ms Lea Cogley had to resign from the OTEC due to medical issues and we miss her valuable input but wish her well for the future.

The Committee also held five (5) Zoom meetings throughout the year from March to November, dealing with the day to day matters of fixture dates, dog assessments, rule changes etc… etc…

The OTEC notes are prepared and submitted on a monthly basis, by Dawn Howard.

My sincere thanks to all my fellow Committee members for their support throughout the past year and also to the members and affiliated committees and clubs for their assistance and look forward to continuing this into 2026.

Lynn Klecka Chair

OPEN SHOW COMMITTEE

The Open Show Committee held three double open show days during 2025 giving 6 trainee judges from each group an opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills. Every appointment was under the watchful eye of an appropriate mentor appointed by the CJC, and we thank the CJC group leaders for their assistance and cooperation in nominating judges and providing mentors. Entry numbers for the first show on each

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day were 178, 206 and 220 which is a small increase on last year and quite pleasing, and we hope sustainable at this 180-200 level.

Each day also conducted training classes for newer exhibitors which were well received with 15 – 20 attendees at each.

After over 10 years leading this Committee and developing these shows Pauline Grutzner has decided to retire. Many trainees will join us in thanking her for her passion and commitment over those years, and we wish her all the best in the future.

Our thanks to Royal Canin for ongoing sponsorship.

Judy Oliver Chair

Dianne

Anne Lenne

SCENT WORK COMMITTEE

The Scent Work Committee currently consists of nine members. There were no resignations nor any new applications to join the Committee in 2025. In 2026, we will be holding elections for Committee positions for the first time. I wish to thank all members of our Committee for their support this year.

Throughout 2025, two trainee judges (Karen Gowers and Julie Merryfull) qualified at the Novice/Advanced level, three judges upgraded to Excellent/Master level (Kerry Macklin, Celeste Meier and Simone Daley) and Wendy McLean was upgraded to Ultimate level. There are currently 12 licensed Scent Work Judges and, due to a potential change in Committee in 2026, there are no judges currently undertaking training.

Scent Work trials again increased in 2025 with 37 trials held, (33 in 2024, 26 in 2023, 17 in 2022). Several trials were single element or twilight trials and several were restricted to group or specific breed trials. Regional trials are held annually in Warrnambool, Bendigo, Wodongs (NETSC), Werribee, Warragul and Gippsland while metropolitan clubs such as Berwick and Hastings each hold 3-4 trials per year. The K9 Scent Club, affiliated in early 2025, held 7 trials throughout the year in various locations. There are currently 45 trials planned for 2026.

The demand for scent work trials is still increasing and affiliates are experiencing some difficulties in locating suitable venues to conduct larger trials. There have been considerable efforts to avoid balloting where possible. We appear to be attracting increasing numbers of interstate competitors so dog-friendly accommodation is required in both metropolitan and regional areas.

Our State Trial was held at Yarra Glen Racecourse in October 2025 with well over 1000 entries in the five levels, though we still had to ballot a small number. This venue allowed us to conduct our Ultimate searches on Friday, and then run 8 elements simultaneously each day for Saturday and Sunday. The venue also provided powered sites, water, toilets and showers for campers, and there is ample dog-friendly accommodation on the Yarra Valley region.

Judy Pillinger Chair

SLED SPORTS COMMITTEE

2025 was another successful year for sled sports, with an increase in the number of sanctioned events being held and many titles achieved over the sledding, weight pull and backpacking disciplines.

Again, three affiliated clubs conducted events; the Alaskan Malamute Club, Victoria (backpacking, weight pull and sledding), the American Staffordshire Terrier Club of Victoria (weight pull) and the Siberian Husky Club of Victoria (sledding). We hope to see some additional affiliates providing sled sports events in 2026, particularly for backpacking which again has been the most well attended of the sled sports.

The latest Sled Sports rule revision came into effect on 1 January 2025, with all Victorian Sled Sports Judges attending the mandatory rule review meeting held in March.

With the removal of the restriction for multiple teams to be competing to gain a pass in sledding, we have now seen a number of dogs successfully gain titles in the Sledding discipline. This rule change has also resulted in more participants in sledding, as well as more sled racing events being offered.

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The rule revision also included additional title levels for each of the sled sports, which has seen an increase in participants continue to attend events after having achieved their initial title in that discipline.

Proposals for title programs for the increasingly popular dog sports of Canicross and Bikejoring were submitted to the National Sled Sports Committee for review, so it is hoped both submissions will progress to Dogs Australia for consideration in 2026.

The Judges’ Training scheme received approval to include interstate applicants, given that no other States currently have a program in place for trainee Sled Sports judges. Written exams were held in August and practical assessments were held in September and October, resulting in all 8 candidates (2 Victorian and 6 interstate) being successful and approved to judge their respective sled sports disciplines. The training program for 2026 has again attracted mostly interstate interest, with 9 of the 11 applicants being from either SA, ACT or NSW.

Earlier in the year we received the resignation of Don Campbell, and we thank him for his time on our committee and contribution to the sport of weight pull.

Our committee has recently welcomed Paul Constantinou following approval at the November Management Committee Meeting. Paul has participated in and organised many training sessions and events in the Weightpull discipline over many years and will be a valuable addition to our Committee. With Madeline Lodington being appointed as Chair of the National Sled Sports Committee, I have taken on the position of State Representative. Our meetings and judges training information sessions have been successfully held by Zoom, with 5 Committee meetings and 5 information sessions for judges and aspirants being held during the year.

Thanks again to Dawn Ayton for her ongoing support, and to Jackie and Mandy in the office for all their help throughout the year. I would also like to thank our Committee, Judges, affiliates, organisers, officials and volunteers for all their support and hard work in growing the sled sports and conducting the many events held in 2025.

Sandy Koch Chair

Sandy Koch

Paul

SPRINTDOG COMMITTEE

SD Committee x 2 events, 1 x funday, Geelong ODC- x 8 (4 x double weekends)

Melbourne Lure Dog Club 1 x funday, 1 single day, 1 x double weekend . A total of 3 official events

Golden Retriever Club of Vic- 2 x double weekends

White Swiss Shepherd Club 1 x single event

German Shorthaird Pointer Club- 1 x single event

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Club - 1 x single event

Collie Club of Vic- 1 x single event

Vic Womens Dog Club- 1 x single event

Bulla Amenities 1 x single event

The SD Committee also attended the Dog Lovers show and Dogs Big Day Out.

Dogs Big Day Out was another huge success.

A total of 21 events for 2025

Between the dates of 18th November and start of December there were 130 titles achieved.

We have 44 events scheduled for 2026 with clubs still asking for dates, we have been lucky to have clubs wanting to do midweek trials. There is a few scheduled in for Wednesdays and Thursdays.

The Wangaratta and Wodonga Clubs are hoping to hold trials this year also. Great to see clubs regionally looking at holding trials.

A lure machine has been ordered and will be ready for our first trial in February. We are hoping to run a Lure Operators training day with our trainee drivers on the 17th January and train our new Sprint Marshalls also.

We are also waiting for the extra fencing to be added to the existing SD track. Along with a storage shed, to hold our new and expensive equipment.

Looking forward to a very busy 2026.

Rebecca Sloan Chair

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SUMMER SPECTACULAR COMMITTEE

The committee conducted a very successful 3-day cluster of shows with a full overseas panel of judges from Canada and Thailand with exhibitors attending from across the country including Western Australia.

We again were pleased to work in with several Breed clubs who took the opportunity of conducting Speciality shows using some of our judges.

Jonathan Bam has resigned from the committee and I would like to thank him for his work in the past.

We are always looking for new member to join the committee

Peter Frost Chair

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Position

Peter Frost Chair

Julie Keenan Committee

Dawn Ayton Committee

Michael Hayes Committee

THERAPY DOGS COMMITTEE

A highlight for Dogs Victoria Therapy Dogs this year was the recognition awarded to Marianne Peisl with her Rottweiler Zakara at Caulfield Volunteers Awards night for their wonderful work at Mecwacare Jubilee House.

Other highlights of the year include:

On Anzac Day a special service was held at the park and we were represented Louise McFarland and Robyn Ross with Rottweilers Tia and Rampage who reflected on the incredible work that dogs undertook in war.

Louise and Robyn (with their Rottweilers) also work tirelessly and with great effect in a program conducted by Westernport Secondary College, helping those students and need an extra incentive to continue with their studies either in the school grounds or one on one within their own home.

Over in the West Marg Maloney continues her magic with her Vizslas Toffee and Amber at special schools and St John of God Hospital (Geelong).

Jennifer Willms with Labradors Lizzy and Molly continue enriching lives VMCH Corpus Christi in Clayton.

Thank you to the above mentioned and all the other dedicated members who are part of our team and who do so much on a voluntary basis to enrich the lives of others.

We have new polo shirts now to identify us clearly, as well as jackets and vests for active members, these add a professional finish to our work as Dogs Victoria Therapy Dogs Members.

Nicola Abell Chair

Name Position

Nicola Abell Chair

Robyn Ross Secretary

Louise Mc Farland Committee

Jennifer Wilms Committee

Sharyn Thompson Committee

Merilyn Syme Committee

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE’S REPORT

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878

COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT REPORT

Your committee members submit the financial report of the Victorian Canine Association Inc t/as Dogs Victoria for the financial year ended 31 December 2025.

Committee Members

The name of each member of the committee during the year and if different, at the date of the report;

Peter Frost (President)

Julie Keenan

Jason Hartford

Michael Higgins

Chris Moore

Dale Taylor

Raelene Trimble

Sue Hutcheson - Retired 31st May 2025

Jake Milford - Resigned 25th March 2025

Kathy Humphries

Pauline Grutzner - Retired 31st May 2025

Dawn Ayton - Appointed 1st June 2025

Malcolm Park - Appointed 1st June 2025

Karen Hollingworth - Appointed 1st June 2025

Principal Activities

The principal activities of the Association during the financial year were:

 Advertising, promoting and marketing of pure-bred dogs as a companion animal and/or working dog;

 Maintenance of pure-bred pedigree registers as the State representative of Dogs Australia Limited;

 Regulating and advancing the interests and skills of accredited breeders of pure-bred dogs with education, training and development programs;

 Setting and maintaining high standards of breeding and training to enhance the standing of members with government and the community;

 Encouraging, promoting and supervising affiliated clubs which conduct training, competitions, shows and trial s and other events for their members and/or the public;

No significant change in the nature of these activities occurred during the year.

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accompanying notes

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2025

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN MEMBERS FUNDS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

CASH

ACTIVITIES

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

The financial statements cover the Victorian Canine Association Incorporated trading as Dogs Victoria as an individual entity (the Association). The Association is a not-for- profit association incorporated in Victoria under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 ('the Act').

The principal activities of the Association for the year ended 31 December 2025 continued to be to advertising, promoting and marketing of pure-bred dogs as a companion animal and/or working dog, regulating, promoting and advancing the interests of accredited breeders of pure- bred dogs, promoting encouraging and supervising the training of dogs across a variety of disciplines including obedience, agility, tracking and endurance, and the promoting and encouraging responsible dog ownership by supervising and regulating shows, trials and other events..

The functional and presentation currency of the Association for accounting and financial reporting purposes is Australian dollars.

The financial report was authorised for issue in accordance with a resolution of the Management Committee on 18th February 2026.

Comparatives are consistent with prior years, unless otherwise stated.

1 Basis of Preparation

The financial statements are general purpose financial statements that have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Accounting Interpretations and the other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board and the Act.

The financial statements have been prepared on an accruals basis and are based on historical costs modified, where applicable, by the measurement at fair value of selected non- current assets, financial assets and financial liabilities.

Significant accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements are presented below and are consistent with prior reporting periods unless otherwise stated.

2 Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Plant and equipment

Each class of plant and equipment is carried at cost less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation and impairment.

Depreciation

Each item of plant and equipment is depreciated on a straight-line basis over the useful life to the Association of the item commencing from when the asset is ready for use.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED

The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable asset are shown below:

The estimated useful lives used for each class of depreciable asset are shown below:

At the end of each annual reporting period, the depreciation method, useful life and residual value of each asset is reviewed. Any revisions are accounted for prospectively as a change in estimate.

Financial Instruments

Financial instruments are recognised initially using trade date accounting, i.e. on the date that A ssociation becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

On initial recognition, all financial instruments are measured at fair value plus transaction costs (except for instruments measured at fair value through profit or loss where transaction costs are expensed as incurred).

Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. They arise principally through the provision of goods and services to customers but also incorporate other types of contractual monetary assets.

After initial recognition these are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method less any provision for impairment. Any change in value is recognised in Statement of Income and Expenditure. The Association's trade receivables, and most other receivables, fall into this category of financial instruments.

In some circumstances where the Association renegotiates repayment terms with customers which may lead to changes in the timing of the payments, the Association does not necessarily consider the balance to be impaired. However, assessment is made on a case-by-case basis.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Available-for-sale financial assets

Purchases and sales of available-for-sale investments are recognised on settlement date.

Available-for-sale financial assets are measured at fair value, with any subsequent changes in value recognised in other comprehensive income.

In the case of impairment or sale, any gain or loss previously recognised in members funds is transferred to the income and expenditure statement.

Losses recognised in prior period statements of income and expenditure resulting from any impairment are reversed through the statement of income and expenditure if the subsequent increase can be objectively related to an event occurring after the impairment loss was recognised.

Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against other expenses in the statement of income and expenditure.

Impairment of Non-Financial Assets

At the end of each reporting period the Association determines whether there is evidence of an impairment indicator for non-financial assets. Where this indicator exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated.

Where assets do not operate independently of other assets, the recoverable amount of the relevant cashgenerating unit is estimated.

The recoverable amount of an asset or CGU is the higher of the fair value less costs of disposal and the value in use. Value in use is the present value of the future cash flows expected to be derived from an asset or cash-generating unit.

Where the recoverable amount is less than the carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss.

Reversal indicators are considered in subsequent periods for all assets which have suffered an impairment loss.

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NOTES TO THE

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Employee Benefits

Provision is made for the Association's liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to the end of the reporting period. Employee benefits that are expected to be wholly settled within one year have been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled.

Employee benefits expected to be settled more than one year after the end of the reporting period have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits. In determining the liability, consideration is given to employee wage increases and the probability that the employee may satisfy vesting requirements. Cashflows are discounted using market yields on high quality corporate bond rates incorporating bonds rated AAA or AA by credit agencies, with terms to m aturity that match the expected timing of cash flows. Changes in the measurement of the liability are recognised in profit or loss.

Provisions

Provisions are recognised when the Association has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will result and that outflow can be reliably measured.

Provisions are measured at the present value of management's best estimate of the outflow required to settle the obligation at the end of the reporting year. The discount rate used is a pre- tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. The increase in the provision due to the unwinding of the discount is taken to finance costs in the statement of other comprehensive income.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents comprises cash on hand, demand deposits and short- term investments which are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value. Bank overdrafts, if any, can also form part of cash equivalents for the purpose of the statement of cash flows and are presented within current liabilities on the balance sheet.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Revenue and Other Income

Revenue is recognised when the amount of the revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable that economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the Association and specific criteria relating to the type of revenue as noted below, has been satisfied.

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable and is presented net of returns, discounts and rebates.

Interest Income

Interest income is recognised using the effective interest rate method.

Rendering of services

Revenue in relation to rendering of services is recognised depending on whether the outcome of the services can be estimated reliably. If the outcome can be estimated reliably then the stage of completion of the services is used to determine the appropriate level of revenue to be recognised in the period. If the outcome cannot be reliably estimated, then revenue is recognised to the extent of expenses recognised that are recoverable. Revenue from training programs, exams, assessments, and other events is ge nerally recognised once the training or other activity has been delivered or completed.

Subscriptions & Renewals

Revenue from membership subscriptions, affiliation fees, prefix renewals and licences is recognised on a straight-line basis over each financial year commencing 1st January and ending on 31 st December with any prepaid portion treated as income in advance. As a result of the adoption of a common expiry date of 31st March for all individual memberships and prefix renewals, prepaid income in advance for these particular categories is for a period of three months.

Donated Goods & Services

The benefit of volunteer services rendered to the Association by members and affiliates is not recognised as revenue in the preparation of these financial statements as the fair value of such services cannot be reliability estimated. Similarly, and on the same basis, the value of pet products donated to the Association by sponsors for prizes at shows and trials conducted by the Association is not brought to account as revenue.

Other income

Other income including the sale of goods and services including letter registrations is recognised on an accruals basis as and when the Association is entitled to retain such income.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Income & Other Taxes

Goods & Services Tax (GST)

Revenue, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of goods and services tax (GST) except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. Accounts receivables and payable are stated inclusive of GST.

Cash flows in the statement of cash flows are included on a gross basis and the GST component of cash flows arising from investing or financing activities which is recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is classified as operating cash flows.

Income Tax

Under the principle of mutuality, the Association is considered exempt from tax on income it receives from members.

Non-member income which may otherwise be taxable including interest, rent received and commercial advertising may be taxable but only after deducting all such expenses necessarily incurred in earning such income as well as any statutory deductions.

No provision for income tax has been made in the financial statements on the basis of allowable deductions exceeding the amount of any assessable income and/or the Association being otherwise exempt on some or all of its income under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.

No future income tax benefit in relation to any tax loss is recognised in the financial statements until such time as it is probable that such losses, if any, can be claimed and utilised.

Comparative Amounts

Comparatives amounts for comparing the years figures with that of the previous year are consistent with prior year financial statements unless otherwise stated.

This financial report was authorised for issue by the management committee on 18 th February 2026 in accordance with a recommendation from the finance committee.

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA

452 215 878

Surplus for Year

STATEMENTS

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

6 Cash and Cash Equivalents

The weighted- average interest rate on fixed term deposits at year-end was 4.1% (last year 4.0%) and all are due to mature within twelve months. Bank accounts and fixed term deposits are all with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank.

Standby credit facilities:

The Association has a credit card for minor office expenses but management does not consider it necessary to have any overdraft facility.

Reconciliation of cash

Cash and cash equivalents reported in the statement of cash flows are reconciled to the equivalent items in the statement of financial position as follows:

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

7 Trade and Other Receivables

The carrying value of trade debtors and accounts receivables is considered a reasonable approximation of fair value due to the short-term nature of the balances.

The doubtful debts provision was increased during the year to cover the increased probability of disciplinary fines and other debts being non-recoverable.

8 Other Assets

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA

ABN 97 452 215 878

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

9 Property, plant and equipment

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ABN 97 452 215 878

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Freehold land at 655 Westernport Highway, Skye (29.6 ha) is stated at 1st January 2024 City of Frankston municipal council Site Value of $10,150,000 in accordance with the Association's policy of revaluing the land every three years and is considered to be a fair assessment of current market value. The management committee has no reason to doubt the accuracy or reliability of this valuation. Buildings and other assets with a finite life are depreciated and are not revalued.

Ground improvement works continued during the year as part of the Association's land management strategy to openup and utilise the rear of the property for the recreational use of members. All costs including town planning, surveying, drainage and sewer design, fees and permits have been capitalised as a long-term asset for the ultimate use and benefit of members.

The library book collection was independently valued for insurance purposes at $1,264,610 on 20th September 2014 and continues to be shown at historical cost consistent with the methodology adopted for other depreciable assets.

No provision for impairment in the book value of any item of property, plant and equipment was considered necessary.

Insurance cover on all property, plant and equipment is reviewed annually in conjunction with advice from the Association's insurance broker and is considered adequate.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Movements in Carrying Amounts of Property, Plant and Equipment

10 Accounts Payable and Other Payables

Trade and other payables are unsecured, non-interest bearing and are normally settled within 30 days. The carrying value of trade and other payables is considered a reasonable approximation of fair value due to the short- term nature of the balances.

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ABN 97 452 215 878

Freehold land at 655 Westernport Highway, Skye, comprising 29.6 hectares of land currently zoned "Green Wedge" is revalued to market every three years with a corresponding credit to the Asset Revaluation Reserve. The land originally cost the Association $129,339 and has been revalued to an amount of $10,150,000. Buildings and other assets are not revalued as they have a diminishing useful life due to wear and tear.

Bequests received by the Association to which enduring conditions are attached are banked into a separate bank account in the name of the Associati on with a corresponding credit to reserves. As at 31st December 2025 two amounts of $10,000 and $25,000 respectively (together with accumulated interest income of $5,447) were held in two separate investment accounts the income from which is to be retained and applied by the Association in accordance with the terms and conditions upon which the monies were bequeathed.

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878

The management committee is not aware of any matter which has arisen since the end of the financial year to the date of signing of this report which may adversely affect the reported financial result of the Association for the year ended 31st December 2025 nor its financial position as at that date.

Events After the Reporting Period

No event has arisen subsequent to the end of the financial year which may have a material impact upon on the reported financial position of the Association as at 31st December 2025.

The business of the Association is managed by a committee of management all of whom are unpaid volunteers elected by members. Statutory responsibility for ensuring compliance with the day-to- day requirements of the Associations Incorporation Reform Act and workplace legislation is delegated to the Chief Executive and other senior employees, collectively referred to as the Key Management Personnel. Aggregate salaries and superannuation paid to Key Management Personnel as shown above are based on each employees employment contract as approved by the management committee.

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ABN 97 452 215 878

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

18 Related Party Transactions

Transactions with Committee Members:

No member of the management committee received or was entitled to receive any remuneration in respect of his or her appointment. All transactions between the Association and committee members in their capacity as ordinary members of the Association were on the same terms and conditions as applicable to other members. Committee members were entitled to be reimbursed for out-of-pocket telephone and travelling subject to an annual limit as approved.

Total Reimbursed

Canine Research Foundation:

The Association founded the Canine Research Foundation, a charity registered with the Australian Charities and NotFor-Profits Commission and donates to the Foundation on a regular basis based on the number of newly registered puppies each month which is funded from litter registration fees.

Australian National Kennel Council Limited:

Dogs Victoria is one of eight State and Territory based affiliates of the Australian National Kennel Council Limited being a Company Limited by Guarantee (ANKC) and is entitled to appoint two members to the board of eleven directors. Affiliation fees and levies paid to the ANKC towards annual operating costs are shown as an expense of the Association under Affiliation Fees & Levies.

Total Fees & Levies

19 Economic Dependence

The Association derives the bulk of its income from annual subscriptions and other fees, charges and levies received from members and affiliates and is economically depende nt upon their continuing financial support.

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ABN 97 452 215 878

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER

20 Cash Flow Information

Reconciliation of net income to net cash

21 Financial Risk Management

Financial assets and liabilities held by the Association include deposits with Australian banks and shortterm accounts receivable and payable. Notwithstanding the not-for-profit nature of the organisation, the Association is exposed to the usual business, market and economic risks of carrying on a business as well as other risks associated with legislative compliance requirements.

The Association manages risk through its management committee which regularly meets to monitor and control the flow of capital to ensure adequate cash flows are generated to fund both current and future operations. Budgets and forecasts are regularly prepared, reviewed, approved and monitored with members approving the overall income and expenditure budget at each annual general meeting.

The management committee delegates some of its financial management responsibilities to a finance committee and to the chief executive and other senior management personnel. Meetings of the management committee are held monthly to receive and review reports an d to ensure minimum liquidity levels are maintained and overall capital management is in accordance with budgets and forecasts.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

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TO THE

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Market Risk

Market risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in the market prices. The Association has no market-related investments that would be exposed to such risk. However, with rising inflation, the management committee is aware that the purchasing power of cash balances and fixed deposits has the potential to deteriorate over time.

Interest Rate Risk

The Association does not have a material exposure to movements in interest rates as the Association does not rely on interest income as its predominant source of income and does not have any interestbearing loans. Fluctuations in interest rates are unlikely to have a material impact on the revenue or expenditure of the Association.

Liquidity Risk

The risk of the Association not having sufficient funds to settle a transaction on the due date is regula rly monitored. Cash flow forecasts are prepared monthly and annually for appro val by the members at each annual general meeting. The Association has adopted a liquidity policy which requires a minimum level of cash to be maintained without the need for an overdraft or any standby credit facilities.

Credit risk

The Association's bank deposits are held with Australian banks which are highly regulated with a AAA or better credit rating and, accordingly, the Association's exposure to credit risk is considered low . Trade accounts receivable are generally high volume and low dollar value amounts and, individually, are not material to the financial statements.

The following table summarises the Association's trade and other receivables exposure to credit risk with ageing analysis. Amounts are considered as 'past due' when the debt has not been settled, within the terms and conditions agreed between the Association and the customer or member . Receivables that are past due are assessed for impairment by ascertaining solvency of the debtors and are provided for where there is objective evidence indicating that the debt may not be fully repaid to the Association.

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

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ABN 97 452 215 878

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THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

The Association does not hold any financial assets with terms that have been renegotiated, but which would otherwise be past due or impaired. Other classes of receivables do not contain impaired assets.

The ageing of accounts receivable is consistent with prior years. The management committee has saw fit to raise a general provision for doubtful debts in relation to disciplinary fines imposed on members in the Past Due & Impaired column and in the 61-90 days overdue column which were unpaid as at 31st December 2025.

22 Other Commitments

The Association holds a three-year licence for the shared use of grounds and facilities 315 Uniting Lane Bulla for an annual licence fee of $47,272 plus outgoings. The Association’s commitment expires 31 st December 2026 with the option for a further two three-year terms. No provision has been made in the financial statements for any reinstatement or make- good costs upon expiry of the licence and/or vacation of the premises on the basis of the Association being likely to exercise its option for the further terms.

23 Statutory Information

The registered office and principal place of business of the Association is 655 Westernport Highway, Skye in the State of Victoria. 24 Segment Reporting

Dogs Victoria is affiliated with the Australian National Kennel Council and its activities are confined primarily to serving the needs of members, breeders and affiliated clubs within the State of Victoria. The expenditure of the Association is segmented across two sites being its wholly- owned headquarters at 655 Westernport Highway Skye and its training and exhibition grounds at the Calabria Club in Bulla which it occupies under licence.

INDEPENDENT

TO THE MEMBERS OF VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

INDEPENDENT AUDIT OR’S REPORT

TO THE MEMBERS OF VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC ORPORATED

ABN 97 452 215 878

Report on the Audit of the Financial Report Year Ended 31st December 2025

Audit Opinion

We have audited the accompanying financial report of Victorian Canine Association Incorporated trading as Dogs Victoria (“the Association”) which comprises the Statement of Financial P osition as at 31 December 2025 and the Statement of Income and Expenditure, Statement of Changes in Members Funds and Statement of Cash F lows for the year then ended, and Notes to the Financial Statements including a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the Statement by Members of the Committee.

In our opinion, the accompanying financial report of the Association for the year ended 31 December 2025 is prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 and the disclosure requirements of Australian Accounting Standards so as to give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Association as at 31st December 2025 and of its income, expenditure and cash flows for the year then ended. Further, in our opinion, the financial records of the Assoc iation are properly kept such as to enable financial statements to be prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.

Basis for Opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors' Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Report section of our report. We are independent of the association in accordance with the auditor independence requirements of the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board's APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (the code) that are relevant to our audit of the financial report in Australia. We have also fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the code. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Responsibilities of Management and those Charged with Governance

Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012 and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of t he financial report is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial report, management is responsible for assessing the association's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the association or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the association's financial reporting process.

INDEPENDENT

TO THE MEMBERS OF VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

INDEPENDENT AUDIT OR’S REPORT

TO THE MEMBERS OF VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA

ABN 97 452 215 878

Auditors' Responsibility for the Audit of the Financial Report

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial report as a whole is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditors' report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of this financial report.

As part of an audit in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis fo r our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.

- Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the company's internal control.

- Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the director.

- Conclude on the appropriateness of the director's use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the company's ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditors' report to the related disclosures in the financial report or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditors' report. However, future events or conditions may cause the company to cease to continue as a going concern.

- Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial report, including the disclosures, and whether the financial report represents the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.

We communicate with the management committee regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

We also provide the management committee with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

TO THE MEMBERS OF VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA

INDEPENDENT AUDIT OR’S REPORT

TO THE MEMBERS OF VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878

, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the financial report of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We osure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report expected to outweigh the public interest

From the matters communicated with the management committee , we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the financial report of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditors' report unless law or regulation preclude public discl osure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.

Name of Firm: Eddy Partners Accountants & Auditors, CPA’s

Name of Director:

Liability Limited by a Scheme Approved Under Professional Standards Legislation

S J Eedy B.Com CPA

Registered Company Auditor

Email: stephen@eddypartners.com.au

Address: Level 2, 541 King Street, West Melbourne, Victoria

Dated this 18th February 2026

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CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878

DETAILED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Page 30

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.

VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION INC T/AS DOGS VICTORIA ABN 97 452 215 878 DETAILED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.

UNAUDITED DETAILED PROFIT AND LOSS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

CONSULTANT FEES TRANSACTIONS

19,790.74 19,790.74

BUDGET FOR 2025 AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 AND CASH FLOWS PROJECTS

BUDGET FOR 2025 AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 AND CASH FLOWS PROJECTS

BUDGET FOR 2025 AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 AND CASH FLOWS PROJECTS

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BUDGET FOR 2025 AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 AND CASH FLOWS PROJECTS

TRAINING & EXAMINATION

Judges

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BUDGET FOR 2025 AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 AND CASH FLOWS PROJECTS

Less: Interest income not yet receive

Add: non-cash expenses

NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE VICTORIAN CANINE ASSOCIATION 2026 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AGENDA

Notice is hereby given that the 35th Annual General Meeting of the Victorian Canine Association Inc, will be held on Wednesday 27 May 2026 at KCC Park, 655 Westernport Hwy, Skye 3977 and via virtual meeting commencing at 7.30pm.

Business:

1. To confirm the minutes of the 34th Annual General Meeting of the Victorian Canine Association Inc, held on Saturday 31 May 2025. Minutes of that meeting were published in the July 2025 issue of the Gazette.

2. To receive the audited Income and Expenditure Account of the VCA for the last preceding financial year ended 31 December 2025 and the Balance Sheet as at that date.

3. To receive and approve the Income and Expenditure Budget and Cash Flow Budget for the current year ending 31 December 2026.

4. To receive and approve the Expenditure Budget and Cash Flow Budget for the period 1 January 2027 to 31 March 2027.

5. To appoint or re-appoint Auditors for the current financial year 2026.

6. To receive from the president and the chairpersons of other nominated committees their respective reports upon the activities of the VCA during the 2025 financial year.

7. To announce the results of the annual elections for management committee positions.

8. To present VCA life memberships.

9. To consider the adoption of ordinary or special resolutions submitted in accord with rule 2.97 (3) which states:

“At all annual general meetings of the VCA, no business shall be considered or discussed other than that of which notice has been given on the notice convening the meeting or any business which, in the opinion of the chairperson, shall arise out of such business”.

A special resolution means a resolution passed by not less than 75 percent of the members of the VCA who are entitled to vote and who, being present at an Annual General Meeting or Special General Meeting of the VCA convened for that purpose, vote on the resolution. The notice convening the meeting must:

• specify the terms of the proposed resolution,

• state that the resolution is to be proposed as a special resolution, and

• be given to all members of the VCA at least 21 days before the date of the meeting.

10. Special resolution moved Ross Carlson seconded Peter Howard to amend Rule 2.6

Current:

2.6 Categories of Membership

(As amended 02/06/25, 07/04/10) The membership of the VCA shall consist of:

2.6.1 Ordinary membership, including secondary and concession membership being a natural person of at least 18 years of age.

2.6.2 Joint membership, being two natural persons who each qualify as an ordinary member, and who are resident at the same address.

2.6.3 Life membership as provided for in Rule 2.9.

2.6.4 Junior membership and Junior Handlers membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.5 Associate membership and Companion membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.6 Transitional Provisions. Members who held non-voting syndicate or kennel membership prior to the April 2004 AGM may, at their option, continue that membership.

Replace with:

2.6 Categories of Membership

(As amended 02/06/25, 07/04/10) The membership of the VCA shall consist of:

2.6.1 Ordinary membership, including secondary and concession membership being a natural person of at least 18 years of age.

2.6.2 Joint membership, being two natural persons who each qualify as an ordinary member, and who are resident at the same address.

2.6.3 Life membership as provided for in Rule 2.9.

2.6.4 Junior membership and Junior Handlers membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.5 Associate membership and Companion membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.6 Transitional Provisions. Members who held non-voting syndicate or kennel membership prior to the April 2004

2026 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AGENDA

AGM may, at their option, continue that membership.

2.6.7 Community membership, being a natural person of at least 18 years of age who wishes to participate in Dogs Victoria community programs, events and facilities, but who does not participate in breeding, exhibiting, judging, officiating or competitive canine activities regulated by the VCA.

Rationale:

The introduction of Community Membership provides a structured and non-voting membership pathway for members of the public who wish to engage with Dogs Victoria through community facilities, events and programs, without participating in breeding, exhibition or competitive canine activities. This amendment supports Dogs Victoria’s strategic objective of broader community engagement while preserving the governance, voting rights and regulatory framework applicable to existing membership categories.

11. Special resolution moved Ross Carlson seconded Peter Howard to amend Rule 2.12

Current:

2.12 Privileges of Membership

(As amended 07/04/10) Subject to the restrictions and limitations prescribed and obligations imposed by or pursuant to the Rules and Regulations, the Codes of Ethics and the Codes of Practice, the privileges of membership shall be:

2.12.1 the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting and any Special General Meeting of the VCA;

2.12.2 the right of access to the VCA’s library;

2.12.3 the right to enter the Trainee Judges Training and examination program in accordance with the Regulations;

2.12.4 the right to be included on the list of Judges subject to the Regulations;

2.12.5 the right to register a prefix and to register in the pure breeds register such dogs bred or purchased by them as are eligible for such registration;

2.12.6 the right to exhibit or handle a dog at approved Exhibitions;

2.12.7 the right to nominate for or propose or second a candidate for election to the Management Committee or to any other committee of the VCA and to vote in any ballots conducted for elections to such committee;

2.12.8 the right to offer themself for appointment to other committees of the VCA; and 2.12.9 the right to compete for any prize available for competition by members of the VCA.

2.12.10 Provided that an ordinary or joint member who resides outside the State of Victoria shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .7 and .8 of this Rule, and provided that a companion member shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .3, .4, .5, .7 and .8 of this Rule.

2.12.11 the right to inspect and take copies for a reasonable fee of financial records, all books, documents and securities of the VCA other than financial records for the current financial year and any other financial records as authorised by the Management Committee provided that the Management Committee may refuse to permit a member to inspect records of the VCA that relate to confidential personal employment, commercial or legal matters where to do so may be prejudicial to the interests of the VCA.

2.12.12 the right to inspect at a reasonable time the Rules of the VCA and the ratified minutes of general meetings of the VCA and be provided with a copy of these after making a written request within 14 days.

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2.12 Privileges of Membership

(As amended 07/04/10) Subject to the restrictions and limitations prescribed and obligations imposed by or pursuant to the Rules and Regulations, the Codes of Ethics and the Codes of Practice, the privileges of membership shall be:

2.12.1 the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting and any Special General Meeting of the VCA;

2.12.2 the right of access to the VCA’s library;

2.12.3 the right to enter the Trainee Judges Training and examination program in accordance with the Regulations;

2.12.4 the right to be included on the list of Judges subject to the Regulations;

2.12.5 the right to register a prefix and to register in the pure breeds register such dogs bred or purchased by them as are eligible for such registration;

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2.12.6 the right to exhibit or handle a dog at approved Exhibitions;

2.12.7 the right to nominate for or propose or second a candidate for election to the Management Committee or to any other committee of the VCA and to vote in any ballots conducted for elections to such committee;

2.12.8 the right to offer themself for appointment to other committees of the VCA; and

2.12.9 the right to compete for any prize available for competition by members of the VCA.

2.12.10 Provided that an ordinary or joint member who resides outside the State of Victoria shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .7 and .8 of this Rule, and provided that a companion member shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .3, .4, .5, .7 and .8 of this Rule.

2.12.11 the right to inspect and take copies for a reasonable fee of financial records, all books, documents and securities of the VCA other than financial records for the current financial year and any other financial records as authorised by the Management Committee provided that the Management Committee may refuse to permit a member to inspect records of the VCA that relate to confidential personal employment, commercial or legal matters where to do so may be prejudicial to the interests of the VCA.

2.12.12 the right to inspect at a reasonable time the Rules of the VCA and the ratified minutes of general meetings of the VCA and be provided with a copy of these after making a written request within 14 days.

2.12.13 Provided that a community member is not:

a) a voting member of Dogs Victoria;

b) entitled to attend, vote at, or propose or second motions at any Annual General Meeting or Special General Meeting;

c) eligible to nominate for, propose, second, or hold office on the Management Committee or any committee of Dogs Victoria;

d) entitled to breed, register, exhibit, judge, officiate, or compete with dogs in any activity regulated by Dogs Victoria; but subject to availability, conditions of use and

operational requirements, may be granted access to designated Dogs Victoria community facilities, programs and events as determined by the Management Committee from time to time.

Rationale:

This amendment clarifies the rights and benefits available to Community Members, while preserving the integrity of the Association’s governance and competitive canine framework.

12. Special resolution moved by Peter Howard seconded by Ross Carlson to amend Rules 2.12 and 2.6

Current

2.12 Privileges of Membership

(As amended 07/04/10) Subject to the restrictions and limitations prescribed and obligations imposed by or pursuant to the Rules and Regulations, the Codes of Ethics and the Codes of Practice, the privileges of membership shall be:

2.12.1 the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting and any Special General Meeting of the VCA;

2.12.2 the right of access to the VCA’s library;

2.12.3 the right to enter the Trainee Judges Training and examination program in accordance with the Regulations;

2.12.4 the right to be included on the list of Judges subject to the Regulations;

2.12.5 the right to register a prefix and to register in the pure breeds register such dogs bred or purchased by them as are eligible for such registration;

2.12.6 the right to exhibit or handle a dog at approved Exhibitions;

2.12.7 the right to nominate for or propose or second a candidate for election to the Management Committee or to any other committee of the VCA and to vote in any ballots conducted for elections to such committee;

2.12.8 the right to offer themself for appointment to other committees of the VCA; and

2.12.9 the right to compete for any prize available for competition by members of the VCA.

2.12.10

Provided that an ordinary or dual member who resides outside the State of Victoria shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .7 and .8 of

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this Rule, and provided that a companion member shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .3, .4, .5, .7 and .8 of this Rule.

2.12.11 the right to inspect and take copies for a reasonable fee of financial records, all books, documents and securities of the VCA other than financial records for the current financial year and any other financial records as authorised by the management Committee provided that the Management Committee may refuse to permit a member to inspect records of the VCA that relate to confidential personal employment, commercial or legal matters where to do so may be prejudicial to the interests of the VCA.

(Insert 15.8.16)

2.12.12 the right to inspect at a reasonable time the Rules of the VCA and the ratified minutes of general meetings of the VCA and be provided with a copy of these after making a written request within 14 days.

(Insert 15.8.16)

Replace with:

2.12 Privileges of Membership

(As amended 07/04/10) Subject to the restrictions and limitations prescribed and obligations imposed by or pursuant to the Rules and Regulations, the Codes of Ethics and the Codes of Practice, the privileges of membership shall be:

2.12.1 the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting and any Special General Meeting of the VCA;

2.12.2 the right of access to use the VCA’s library and grounds;

2.12.3 the right to enter the Trainee Judges Training and examination program in accordance with the Regulations;

2.12.4 the right to be included on the list of Judges subject to the Regulations;

2.12.5 the right to register a prefix and to register in the pure breeds register such dogs bred or purchased by them the member as are eligible for such registration;

2.12.6 the right to officiate, exhibit or handle a dog at approved Exhibitions;

2.12.7 the right to nominate for or propose or second a candidate for election to the Management Committee or to any other committee of the VCA and to vote in any ballots conducted for elections to such committee;

2.12.8 the right to offer themself for appointment to other committees of the VCA;

2.12.9 the right to compete for any prize available for competition by members of the VCA;

2.12.10 Provided that an ordinary or dual member who resides outside the State of Victoria shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .7 and .8 of this Rule, and provided that a companion member shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .3, .4, .5, .7 and .8 of this Rule. The right to inspect and take copies for a reasonable fee of financial records, all books, documents and securities of the VCA other than financial records for the current financial year and any other financial records as authorised by the Management Committee provided that the Management Committee may refuse to permit a member to inspect records of the VCA that relate to confidential personal employment, commercial or legal matters where to do so may be prejudicial to the interests of the VCA. (Insert 15.8.16);

2.12.1112 the right to inspect at a reasonable time the Rules of the VCA and the ratified minutes of general meetings of the VCA and be provided with a copy of these after making a written request within 14 days. (Insert 15.8.16);

2.12.12 the right to transfer a VCA registered dog to their name. For companion members, if the dog is on the Main Register, it will be identified as not for breeding and not for export;

2.12.13 the right to access a VCA affiliated club for dog training and activities, subject to that club’s rules;

2.12.14 the right to receive Dogs Victoria Gazette or other Dogs Victoria publication, upon payment of the appropriate fee; and

2.12.15 the right to handle at any Dogs Victoria activity other than a Show as defined in the Constitution.

2.12.1016 Provided that a companion member shall not be entitled to the privileges granted by Sub-Rules .1, .3, .4, .5, .6, .7, .8 and .9 of this Rule.

2.12.17 Is reserved for a new Rule if passed under item 11 (2.12.13)

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Rationale

By including all the privileges of Companion Membership in one location, namely Rule 2.12 rather than the combination of 2.12 and Regulation 3.3.5, the possibility of inconsistencies is removed. Relocating limitations to the end of the rule provides greater clarity.

The changes to Rule 2.12 include:

• The existing right of all members to use the VCA’s grounds has been added to 2.12.2

• The existing right of ordinary, joint and life members to officiate at fixtures has been added to 2.12.6; and

• In the new 2.12.16, Sub-Rules .6 and .9 have been added to the list of privileges not enjoyed by companion members, correcting an anomaly in the existing 2.12.10.

• The out of date reference to persons living outside Victoria has been removed from the old 2.12.10 (now renumbered 2.12.16). It is redundant because primary membership must be in the state of residence.

• A new Rule 2.12.17 will be added if passed under item 11.

Regulation 3.3.5 currently reads:

3.3.5 Companion Membership

3.3.5.1 A person aged 18 years or over may apply for Dogs Victoria membership as Single or Dual Companion Members

3.3.5.2 A family comprising one or two persons aged 18 years of age and any number of dependents aged 7 but less than 18 years may apply for Family Companion Membership.

3.3.5.3 Companion Members are subject to the Constitution, Rules, Regulations and Codes of Dogs Victoria, and are limited to the following privileges:

3.3.5.2.1 (sic) To transfer a DOGS VICTORIA registered dog to their name; If the dog is on the Main Register, it will be identified as not for breeding and not for export; (Amended 15/04/25)

3.3.5.2.2 (sic) To access Dogs Victoria Library;

3.3.5.2.3 (sic) To access a Dogs Victoria affiliated club for dog training and activities, subject to that club’s rules

3.3.5.2.4 (sic) To receive Dogs Victoria Gazette or other Dogs Victoria publication, upon payment of the appropriate fee.

(15/11/11) 3.3.5.2.5 (sic) To handle at any Dogs Victoria activity other than Shows.

If the proposed rule changes are accepted, then the regulation can be simplified to read:

3.3.5 Companion Membership

3.3.5.1 A person aged 18 years or over may apply for Dogs Victoria membership as Single or Joint Companion Members

3.3.5.2 A family comprising one or two persons aged 18 years of age and any number of dependents aged 7 but less than 18 years may apply for Family Companion Membership.

3.3.5.3 Companion Members are subject to the Constitution, Rules, Regulations and Codes of Dogs Victoria, and are limited to the privileges stated in VCA Rule 2.12.

Rule 2.6 which currently reads:

2.6 Categories of Membership

(As amended 02/06/25, 07/04/10) The membership of the VCA shall consist of:

2.6.1 Ordinary membership, including secondary and concession membership being a natural person of at least 18 years of age.

2.6.2 Joint membership, being two natural persons who each qualify as an ordinary member, and who are resident at the same address.

2.6.3 Life membership as provided for in Rule 2.9.

2.6.4 Junior membership and Junior Handlers membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.5 Associate membership and Companion membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.6 Transitional Provisions. Members who held non-voting syndicate or kennel membership prior to the April 2004 AGM may, at their option, continue that membership.

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2.6 Categories of Membership

(As amended 02/06/25, 07/04/10) The membership of the VCA shall consist of:

2.6.1 Ordinary membership, including secondary and concession membership being a natural person of at least 18 years of age.

2.6.2 Joint membership, being two natural persons who each qualify as an ordinary member, and who are resident at the same address.

2.6.3 Life membership as provided for in Rule 2.9.

2.6.4 Junior membership and Junior Handlers membership as provided for in Regulations.

2.6.5 Associate membership and Companion membership as provided for in Rule 2.12 and Regulations.

2.6.6 Transitional Provisions. Members who held non-voting syndicate or kennel membership prior to the April 2004 AGM may, at their option, continue that membership.

2.6.7 Is reserved for a new Rule if passed under item10.

Rationale

A new Rule 2.6.7 will be added if passed under item 10. If Rule 2.12.16 is approved under Special Resolution 12, then it follows that 2.6.5 must be amended to remain accurate.

13. Special resolution moved by Peter Howard seconded by Ross Carlson to amend Rule 2.62

Current:

2.62 (As amended 01/06/98 & 08/04/09) Upon the nomination forms being certified by the Chief Executive the Returning Officer shall print, or cause to be printed, ballot papers with voting instructions printed thereon and envelopes as described in Rule 2.4.1.

Replace with:

2.62 (As amended 01/06/98 & 08/04/09) Upon the nomination forms being certified by the Chief Executive the Returning Officer shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, ballot papers with voting instructions as described in Rule 2.46 and return envelopes as described in Rule 2.68

Rationale:

Removes an incorrect reference to Rule 2.4.1(or 2.41), inserts correct references to Rules 2.46 and 2.68 and provides for electronic voting by referring to ballot papers being prepared rather than printed.

14. Special resolution moved by Peter Howard seconded by Ross Carlson to amend Rule 2.11.2

Current:

2.11 Membership Suspension

(As amended 02/06/25, 31/01/01, 09/04/08) A member’s membership shall be suspended in the event that:

2.11.1 there is owing by the member to the VCA or any of its Affiliates any monies for goods or services provided by the VCA or any of its Affiliates to or at the request of the member and such monies have been outstanding for more than sixty days provided that subject otherwise to the Rules, the suspension of membership shall cease upon payment by or on behalf of the member to the VCA or any of its Affiliates of the outstanding monies; or

2.11.2 (As amended 02/06/25) the member fails or neglects without good cause shown to (reply in writing) comply within 14 days from the date of a second written demand by the Management Committee requesting the member to (reply to correspondence) comply with a direction previously sent to the member by the Management Committee provided such suspension of membership shall cease upon receipt of a written reply that addresses the direction(s) sent to the member (to such demand and to such correspondence).

Replace with:

2.11 Membership Suspension

(As amended 02/06/25, 31/01/01, 09/04/08) A member’s membership shall be suspended in the event that:

2.11.1 there is owing by the member to the VCA or any of its Affiliates any monies for goods or services provided by the VCA or any of its Affiliates to or at the request of the member and such monies have been outstanding for more than sixty days provided that subject otherwise to the Rules, the suspension of membership shall cease upon payment by or on behalf of the member to the VCA or any of its Affiliates of the outstanding monies; or

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2.11.2 (As amended 02/06/25) the member fails or neglects without good cause shown, to (reply in writing) comply within 14 days from the date of a second written demand by the Management Committee requesting the member to (reply to correspondence) comply with a direction previously sent to the member by the Management Committee. provided Such suspension of membership shall cease upon receipt of a written reply that addresses the direction(s) sent to the member (to such demand and to such correspondence)

Rationale:

When Rule 2.11.2 was amended at the 2025 AGM, the words to be removed were shown in brackets and because of that method of presentation they have remained as part of the revised rule. The current amendment simply involves deleting those words now highlighted in bold text and improves readability by dividing the clause into two sentences.

15. Special resolution moved Peter Howard seconded by Ross Carlson to amend Rule 2.41

Current:

2.41 Voting System (As amended 21/28/04/93, 26/11/96, 08/04/09, 15/08/17, 26/05/22)

Voting on ballot papers will be by preferential voting. The counting system for President and Vice President elections will mirror in the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic.) applying to single-councillor vacancies and the counting system for members of Management Committee elections will mirror the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic.) applying to multi-councillor vacancies.

The Ballot papers will incorporate the ballot for President or Vice President as appropriate, and the ballot for members of Management Committee Elections. Only ballot papers completed and forwarded as provided for in the Regulations shall be accepted as Valid by the Returning Officer.

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2.41 Voting System (As amended 21/28/04/93, 26/11/96, 08/04/09, 15/08/17, 26/05/22)

Voting may take place using physical ballot papers and/or by electronic means in which case ‘ballot paper’ in all applicable rules from 2.41 to 2.75 inclusive, means an electronic image of the physical ballot paper. The Chief Executive, or delegate, must inform

members, in writing, of the method(s) to be used.

If an election is to be conducted by electronic means, any eligible voting member who has not provided the VCA with an email address or who informs the Chief Executive that he or she is unwilling to vote electronically must be provided with a physical ballot paper and return envelope by the Returning Officer.

Voting on ballot papers will be by preferential voting. The counting system for President and Vice President elections will mirror in the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic.) applying to single-councillor vacancies and the counting system for members of Management Committee elections will mirror the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic.) applying to multi-councillor vacancies.

The Ballot papers will incorporate the ballot for President or Vice President as appropriate, and the ballot for members of Management Committee. Only ballot papers completed and forwarded as provided for in the Regulations shall be accepted as Valid by the Returning Officer.

Rationale:

The rules governing the conduct of elections for President, Vice-President and other members of the Management Committee are based on the use of physical ballot papers and need to be updated to provide for electronic voting. Rule 2.41 is the first one in which the term ‘ballot paper’ appears so amending that rule is an effective way of achieving the required update.

The word ‘in’ after ‘mirror’ in the second line is superfluous and should be deleted.

16. Special resolution moved by Peter Howard seconded by Ross Carlson to amend Rules 2.26, 2.51, 2.52, 2.53, 2.63, 2.64, 2.104, 2.113

Current:

2.26 Age Qualifications of Management Committee (amended 11/04/07)

The office bearers and ordinary members of the Management Committee shall be elected from amongst the ordinary, dual and life members of the VCA, such members to be not less than 18 years of age when nominations for elections close.

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2.51 Eligibility of Candidates to Nominate for Election, and for Ordinary Members of the Management Committee and Office Bearers to Continue to Hold Office (amended 11/04/07 & 26/05/22)

Nominations shall be made on the prescribed form and signed by the candidate, the proposer and seconder each of whom shall be an ordinary, dual or life member of the VCA.

2.52

2.52.1 Subject to Rule 2.52.2 only an ordinary, dual or life member as described in Rule 2.6.1 - 2.6.3 shall be eligible to nominate as a candidate or propose or second a candidate for election to the Management Committee provided that:

2.53 (As amended 01/06/98) It shall be the duty of the Chief Executive of the VCA to promptly notify the Returning Officer not later than the date and time on which the ballot closes of the occurrence or non occurrence of any of the events described in Rules 2.52.1 and 2.52.2 which would adversely affect the ordinary, dual or life member or nominated candidate’s eligibility.

2.63 Eligibility of Members to Vote at Elections (As amended 05/11/92, 20/04/94, 01/06/98, & 11/04/07) A duplicate of the Register of ordinary, dual and life Members made up to the 31st January of each year shall constitute the Electoral Roll for each annual election and only the ordinary, dual and life members whose names appear on the Roll shall be entitled to receive ballot papers and such Electoral Roll shall close on the 31st January each year.

2.64 (As amended 11/04/07) All ordinary, dual and life members as described in Rule 2.6.1 - 2.6.3 shall be on the Electoral Role provided their membership is current by the 31st January when the Electoral Roll closes each year and provided that they are not ineligible at that date under Rule 2.10.5 or Rule 2.11.

2.104 Voting (As amended 07/04/10)

2.104.1 Upon any question arising or upon any resolution being moved at an Annual General Meeting of the VCA an

ordinary, dual or life member has one vote per each member.

2.104.2 All votes shall be given personally.

2.104.3 In the case of an equality of votes on a question or resolution at the meeting the Chairperson of the meeting is entitled to exercise a second or casting vote.

2.104.4 An ordinary, dual or life member is not entitled to vote at any Annual General Meeting of the VCA unless all money due and payable by the member to the VCA has been paid.

2.104.5 A junior or companion member is not entitled to a vote at any Annual General Meeting of members of the VCA.

2.113 Voting (As amended 07/04/10)

2.113.1 Upon any question arising or upon any resolution being moved at a Special General Meeting of the VCA an ordinary, dual or life member has one vote per each member.

2.113.2 All votes shall be given personally.

2.113.3 In the case of an equality of votes on a question or resolution at the meeting, the Chairperson of the meeting is entitled to exercise a second or casting vote.

2.113.4 An ordinary, dual or life member is not entitled to vote at any Special General Meeting of the VCA unless all money due and payable by the member to the VCA has been paid.

2.113.5 A junior or companion member is not entitled to a vote at any Special General Meeting of members of the VCA.

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2.26 Age Qualifications of Management Committee (amended 11/04/07)

The office bearers and ordinary members of the Management Committee shall be elected from amongst the ordinary, joint and life members of the VCA, such members to be not less than 18 years of age when nominations for elections close.

2.51 Eligibility of Candidates to Nominate for Election, and for Ordinary Members of the Management Committee and Office Bearers to Continue to Hold Office (amended 11/04/07 & 26/05/22)

Nominations shall be made on the prescribed form and signed by the candidate, the proposer and seconder each of whom shall be an ordinary, joint or life member of the VCA.

2.52

2.52.1 Subject to Rule 2.52.2 only an ordinary, joint or life member as described in Rule 2.6.1 - 2.6.3 shall be eligible to nominate as a candidate or propose or second a candidate for election to the Management Committee provided that:

2.53 (As amended 01/06/98) It shall be the duty of the Chief Executive of the VCA to promptly notify the Returning Officer not later than the date and time on which the ballot closes of the occurrence or non occurrence of any of the events described in Rules 2.52.1 and 2.52.2 which would adversely affect the ordinary, joint or life member or nominated candidate’s eligibility.

2.63 Eligibility of Members to Vote at Elections (As amended 05/11/92, 20/04/94, 01/06/98, & 11/04/07) A duplicate of the Register of ordinary, joint and life Members made up to the 31st January of each year shall constitute the Electoral Roll for each annual election and only the ordinary, joint and life members whose names appear on the Roll shall be entitled to receive ballot papers and such Electoral Roll shall close on the 31st January each year.

2.64 (As amended 11/04/07) All ordinary, joint and life members as described in Rule 2.6.1 - 2.6.3 shall be on the Electoral Roll provided their membership is current by the 31st January when the Electoral Roll closes each year and provided that they are not ineligible at that date under Rule 2.10.5 or Rule 2.11.

2.104 Voting (As amended 07/04/10)

2.104.1 Upon any question arising or upon any resolution being moved at an Annual General Meeting of the VCA an ordinary, joint or life member has one vote per each member.

2.104.2 All votes shall be given personally.

2.104.3 In the case of an equality of votes on a question or resolution at the meeting the Chairperson of the meeting is entitled to exercise a second or casting vote.

2.104.4 An ordinary, joint or life member is not entitled to vote at any Annual General Meeting of the VCA unless all money due and payable by the member to the VCA has been paid.

2.104.5 A junior or companion member is not entitled to a vote at any Annual General Meeting of members of the VCA.

2.113 Voting (As amended 07/04/10)

2.113.1 Upon any question arising or upon any resolution being moved at a Special General Meeting of the VCA an ordinary, joint or life member has one vote per each member.

2.113.2 All votes shall be given personally.

2.113.3 In the case of an equality of votes on a question or resolution at the meeting, the Chairperson of the meeting is entitled to exercise a second or casting vote.

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2.113.4 An ordinary, joint or life member is not entitled to vote at any Special General Meeting of the VCA unless all money due and payable by the member to the VCA has been paid.

2.113.5 A junior or companion member is not entitled to a vote at any Special General Meeting of members of the VCA.

Notes

Rationale:

These amendments are required to make the above rules consistent with the terminology adopted at the 2025 AGM in Rule 2.6.2 whereby ‘dual’ was replaced by ‘joint’.