Equine Extravaganza

Saturday October 1st 2016

SOCIETY’S RESPONSIBILITY PAST PRESIDENTS

The Society will not be responsible for any accidents that may be caused through or by, 1888-89 S. Trethowan 1960 C.S. Garrone any exhibits, and it shall be a condition of entry 1890-92 R.W. Pullin 1961 I.D. Rendell that each exhibitor shall hold the Society 1893 H.P. Elrington 1962 H. Florence 1894 R.J. Fairman 1963 B. Schier harmless and indemnified against any legal 1895 T.J. Castles 1964 J. Densley proceedings arising from any such accidents. 1896 G. Power 1965 S.J. Vale The Society will not under any circumstances 1897 S. Ball 1966 L.J. Elliot hold itself liable for any accidents on the 1898 J.H. Tuckett 1967 J. Arnel grounds or premises. The Society will not 1899 J. Pearce 1968 F. Grinter under any circumstances hold itself 1900 W. Henry 1969 R.G. Hunter 1901 W.J. Kilpatrick 1970 K. Schier responsible for any damage to, or misdelivery 1902 E. McDonald 1971 R. Pinchen of any exhibits. Patrons and exhibitors enter 1903 J.J. Corry 1972 J. Harding the Nathalia Recreation Reserve at their own 1904 R.W. Cobbledick 1973 R.J. Salmon risk. 1905 J. Ball 1974 W. Swanton 1906 J.J. Bartrop 1975 T. Cobbledick 1907 J. Killmister 1976 D. Goddard 1907-09 A. McDonnell 1977 M. Holland 1910 J. McKenzie 1978 A. Lubke 1911 G. Grant 1979 B. Mahncke 1912 A. Geary 1980 N. Frostick 1913 P. Nugent 1981 R. Ormond 1914 W. Leaf 1982 R. Ormond 1915-17 G. Tuckett 1983 C. Rendell 1918 J.S. McKenzie 1984 F. Grinter 1919 H. Hooper 1985 K. Schier 1920 S. Pryer 1986 C. Rathbone 1921 J.J. McCarron 1987 A. Lubke 1922 W.H. Thompson 1988 Mrs. Chris Baker 1923 J. Thompson 1989 Mrs. Chris Baker 1924 M. O’Neill 1990 T. Mannion 1925 W. Gardiner 1991 T. Mannion 1926 J. Bourke 1992 T. Cobbledick 1927 C.H. Dohnt 1993 T. Cobbledick 1928 C.H. Dohnt 1994 C. Rathbone 1929 G.S. Fairman 1995 J. Hamilton 1930 G.S. Fairman 1996 J. Hamilton 1931 G.S. Fairman 1997 A. Titmuss 1932 W.G. Baxter 1998 T. Cobbledick FRONT COVER 1933 F.J. Thompson 1999 T. Cobbledick 1934 L.M. Nugent 2000 Rodney James 1935 G.R. Cull 2001 Mrs. Chris Baker Equine Extravaganza 1936 W.J. Newnham 2002 Mrs. Chris Baker 1937 W.J. Newnham 2003 A. Brown 1938 D. Crane 2004 A. Brown 1939 M.G. Fairman 2005 N. Wiltshire 1940 G.W. Adams 2006 N. Wiltshire 1941 G.W. Adams 2007 P. Hayes 1946 J.V. Trewin 2008 P. Hayes 1947 J.V. Trewin 2009 P Hayes 1948 W.C. Thompson 2010 P. McKenna 1949 D. Symington 2011 P McKenna 1950 P.J. Nase 2012 1951 D. Symington 2013 Mrs. Suzanne Giles 1952 J. Crane 2014 Mrs. Suzanne Giles 1953 A.J. McCarron 2015 M/s Suzanne Hayes 1954 F. Cox 2016 M/s Suzanne Hayes 1955 W.H. Schier 1956 R.J. Eastman 1957 T. Bourke 1958 J.E. Coupar 1959 G.A. Bates 2

NATHALIA AGRICULTURAL OFFICIAL OPENING SOCIETY INC. 12 Noon PRESIDENT: Miss. Suzanne Hayes ON THE OVAL IN FRONT OF THE MULTI SEN. VICE PRESIDENT: Mrs Jenny Hayes PURPOSE ROOMS JNR VICE PRESIDENT: Miss Ellen Grinter SECRETARY: Mrs. Kathleen Botterill GRAND PARADE 2.00 p.m. TREASURER: Ms. Marilyn Frost Lucky Grand Parade participant will win a cruise for two on the Pride of the Murray – Echuca COUNCIL MEMBERS: OFFICIAL ANNOUNCER: Mr. Rob. Burthen Retiring 2017 Retiring 2018 Retiring 2016 CONTENTS Mr. W. Mahncke Mr. A. Lubke Mr. C. Rendell All Breeds Dairy Cattle……………..…..7 Mr. G. Frostick Mr. T. Mannion Mrs. C. Baker Mrs. G. Harding Mr. T. Cobbledick Ms. M. Frost Angel Babies……………………………21 Mrs. M. Cobbledick Mr. A. Scadden Mr. D. Cobbledick Animal Nursery…………………………..5 Miss. M. Rendell Mr. M. Cobbledick Mr. P. Hayes Bathtub Races……………………….…23 Mrs. B Caccianiga Mrs. K. Botterill Mr. M Foster Cookery ……………………..10,,11,12,13 Mr. D. Miles Mr. C. Morcombe Mr. N. Wiltshire Mrs. Jenny Hayes Coloring Competition…………………....5 Dog Jump…………………………….…32 Mr. P. Commadeur Mrs. Fiona Baker M/s S. Hayes Miss. R. Vale Dairy Cattle Entry Form………………..26 Miss. E. Grinter Educational……………………………...10 Miss. A. Janczuk Entry Form………………………………27 Farm and Garden………………………16 HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS: Fairies & Dragons………………………17 Messrs. T. Mannion, T. Cobbledick, K. Schier, Floral Art…………………………………15 M. Holland, A. Lubke, C. Rendell. Gate Officials……………………………33 Mesdames E. Lubke C. Baker M. Frost, G. Harding Grain & Produce ……………………….17 HONORARY COUNCILLORS: GV & Riverina Show Circuit…………...34 Messrs. H. Vale, J. Arnel, S. Brown, S. Vale, Horse Events.…38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45 R. James, Miss F. Corry. Junior Story, Horse shoe, Gumboot….17 Machinery and Trades…………………33 PRE PURCHASED SHOW TICKET $20.00 Metalwork……………………………….17 ALLOWS ADMITTANCE TO GROUND FOR Motor Cycle Competition………………30 2 Adults, children of the family up to 16 years, the Needlework and Craft…………..19,20,21 family car and entry into gate prize, LUNCH On Farm Challenge (dairy)……………..8 CRUISE FOR TWO on MV Mary Ann Cruising Pet Parade………………………………..5 Restaurant. Photography…………………………….18 Plants and Flowers……………………..14 SHOW DAY ADMISSION CHARGES: Poultry…………………………………...31 Family Ticket $25.00 ~ Adults $10.00 ~ Students Preserve…………………………………22 12yrs+ $5.00 ~ Children Under 12 Years Free ~ Prime Lambs……………………………..9 Aged Concession $8.00 ~ Vehicles Free. Regulations …………………………….36 ALL ENTRIES TO THE SECRETARY: Rural Ambassador Awards…...... 4 Nathalia Agricultural Society Inc. P.O. Box 94, Sheep Dog Trial………………………...30 Nathalia, Vic. 3638. Phone (03) 5866 2561 Shop Window Display………………….23 email [email protected] Entry forms and schedule available at www.vicagshows.com.au Show Quest………….…………………...5 Phone Show Day (03) 5866 2347 Sideshows……………………………….33 Stewards’ Phone Numbers…………….33 Wednesday, prior to show ENTRIES CLOSE: Woodwork………………………………..17 (except Plants & Flowers). Refer to Pavilion Section Young Show Ambassador Award...…....4 Society's Office: Barmah Forest Heritage Centre, Blake St., Nathalia. Phone 0407 662 563 Office Hours: Monday to Thursday prior to show 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Friday at Show Grounds & Recreation Reserve from 10am.

THE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES OF VICTORIA RURAL AMBASSADOR and JUNIOR AMBASSADOR AWARDS Proudly Sponsored by: Picola Hay Supplies, Jasmar Hair Studios Nathalia, Bertoli’s Farm Machinery, Shepparton, Al’s Café Nathalia, Nathalia Pharmacy, Casual Step Nathalia, Nathalia Agricultural Society Inc. STEWARDS :- Nathalia Young Farmers What is it? A chance for young people to express their view on a given subject, highlight their talents, creativity and ingenuity and be part of their Local show. Who can enter? Rural Ambassador: Adults aged 20 years and under 30 years as of the 1st of May of the year of the state final. May be married or single. Junior Ambassador: Young adults aged between 16 years and under 20 years as of the 1st of May of the year of the state final. How do I enter? Contact Ellen Grinter on 0447529878 or email [email protected] All applicants must prepare a a short 1 page resume, including schooling, work experience, community work, interests and Agricultural Show involvement if applicable. Entry must be received by 17th June 2016. On judging night, there is a short interview with the judges. All participants then present a 2 to 3 minute speech on the following topic. “ Give a 2 to 3 minute talk on “Your Passion” The topic can be whatever you would like to make it, it could be your hobby, job, last holiday, and author, sport, a book your loved. Anything your are passionate about.

When will it be held? Judging for both awards will take place on Friday, 24th June, at the Guide Hall, Weir Street, Nathalia. 6.30pm Supper included. Dress Smart tailored clothing. Judging criteria: Junior and Rural Entrants will be judged in accordance with the following guidelines :- Community involvement 25 points General and Rural knowledge 25 points Ambitions/Goals 20 points Communication Skills 20 points Grooming & Confidence 10 points TOTAL 100 points Winners go on to represent their Agricultural Society at the Regional Final on 22nd April 2017 to be held in Shepparton. Regional winners represent GVRSA at the state finals: (JA) Saturday 1st, July 2017 Shepparton (RA) at the Royal Melbourne Show in 2017.

PRIZES: Rural Ambassador and Junior Ambassador: 1st Prize: $75 cash from Rural Bank $100 of vouchers from, Nathalia Hair and Beauty, Nathalia Gift pack from Bertoli's Farm Machinery, Shepparton Free Hire of 2 new release Videos from Al’s Café, Nathalia $20 Voucher from Causal Step, Nathalia $20 voucher to Nathalia Pharmacy, Nathalia $10 from Nathalia Agricultural Society

NATHALIA SHOW QUEST STEWARDS: Nathalia Young Farmers Compere: Miss Ellen Grinter ENTRY: $1.00 Entries taken on the day of Show at the Young Farmers tent and judging commences at 12.30pm in front of the Multi Purpose rooms , (after Official Opening) The judges decision will be final.

Master & Miss Pre-Schooler, 2 to under 5 yrs. Sashes donated by Barbecues Galore, Shepparton.

Master & Miss Junior, 5 to 8 yrs. Sashes donated by Limos Hardware & Rural, Nathalia.

Miss Spring, 9 to 12 yrs. Sash donated by Nathalia Kitchens & Renovations.

Miss Teen Show Girl, 13 to 16 yrs. Gift pack donated by Picola Hay Supplies. (Miss Teen entrants will be interviewed on the day by a Show and a Young Farmers representative). PET PARADE STEWARDESS: Mrs. Fay Hutchins JUDGING WILL COMMENCE AT 1pm NEAR THE SECRETARY'S OFFICE. FREE ENTRY ON DAY Categories: Will be decided on day Sponsored by Mary Rendell and Ryan Lawless Please feel free to bring your pet along to be judged! You bring it, we will judge it!! NOTE:  ALL DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH.  ALL CATS MUST BE EITHER IN A BASKET OR ON A LEASH.  ALL OTHER PETS MUST BE IN CONTAINERS OR ON A LEASH

ANIMAL NURSERY HEAD STEWARD - Morris Cobbledick. Loan of animals suitable for the nursery gratefully accepted. Located between Sheep Pavilion and Poultry Pavilion. Phone: M Cobbledick on 5866 2620

COLORING COMPETITION ENTRY FREE-. Grades Prep, 1, 2, 3 & 4. “Giddy up to the Show” by Ellen Grinter Entry forms will be published in the Red Gum Courier and available at local schools and Nathalia Printers Complete and return to Nathalia Printers no later than the Wednesday before the Show. Sponsored by Nathalia Printers, Maurice Holland and Glenda Harding.

We welcome Gold sponsor Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia. Major sponsor of the Dairy Section. TALK TO THE REX JAMES TEAM FOR ALL YOUR FEED AND FERTILER REQUIREMENTS. WE ENCOURAGE ALL OUR COMPETITORS TO SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS

 Bulk Stockfeed Deliveries 5866 2771 Fertilizer Sales and Spreading jamesstockfeed.com.au

SECTION C CATTLE HEAD STEWARD. Mr. Peter Commaduer STEWARD Mr. H. Williamson ENTRY: $4.00 All Breed classes  Entries close Wednesday before the Show.  Cattle entered in all Dairy Sections must be registered with their individual Herd Books.  Entry to shed no earlier than afternoon before Show.  Breeding date - July 1st each year.  Champion Cow and Reserve Champion Cow of the Show will be judged from cattle awarded 1st and 2nd place in classes, 9, 10 & 11.  Champion Cow of the Show will be judged from cattle awarded 1st & 2nd place in Classes 6,7 & 8.  Intermediate Champion Cow and Reserve Intermediate Junior Champion Heifer and Reserve Junior Champion Heifer of the Show will be judged from cattle awarded 1st & 2nd place in classes 2,3,4, & 5  All cattle must have NLIS tags and will be scanned.  Show Grounds PIC 3MIHE104 REX JAMES STOCKFEED & FERTILIZERS DAIRY SPECTACULAR Judged at 9.30am PRIZES: 1st $10.00, 2nd $6.00, 3rd $4.00 1. Junior Handler Class 2. Heifer born 1/1/16 to 30/6/16 3. Heifer born after 1/7/15 4. Heifer 18 months born 1/1/15to 30/6/15 Trophy donated by Keith & Jean Schier, Nathalia 5. Heifer 2 years dry, born after 1/7/13 RESERVE CHAMPION DAIRY HEIFER Trophy donated by James StockFeed & Fertilizer, Nathalia Sash donated by W & L Birch Earth Moving, Nathalia

CHAMPION DAIRY HEIFER Sash & Trophy donated by Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia 6. Heifer 2 years in milk born after 1/7/14 7. Heifer 2½ years in milk or dry 8. Cow 3 years in milk RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Trophy donated by Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION DAIRY COW OF SHOW Sash & Trophy donated by Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizer, Nathalia 9. Cow 4 years in milk 10. Cow 5 years in milk 11. Cow 6 years in milk 12. Best Udder Trophy donated by L & P Summerville, “Fairy Bower Holsteins.” RESERVE CHAMPION DAIRY COW OF THE SHOW. Sash & Trophy donated by Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia CHAMPION DAIRY COW OF SHOW Sash & Trophy donated by Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia. Sash donated by W & L Birch Earthmoving, Nathalia MOST SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITOR OF SHOW. Trophy donated by Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia

JUNIOR HANDLERS COMPETITION Sponsored by: Rex James Stockfeed & Fertilizers, Nathalia PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd $5. Entrants 9 to 16 years of age on Show Day are invited to enter. Led cows of any breed to be 18 months or under.

WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING OUR TRADITIONAL “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU UPHOLD THIS TRADITION.

COMMERCIAL & STUD DAIRY COW ON FARM CHALLENGE HEAD STEWARD: Mr. Peter Commadeur STEWARDESS: Mrs. Kathleen Botterill Prizes; 1st $100.00 semen voucher, 2nd $50.00 semen voucher, sponsored by Genetics Australia & Greg & Kathleen Botterill & Family. 1 Heifer 2 yrs 2 Cow 2 - 3 yrs 3 Cow 4 & 5 yrs 4 Cow 6 yrs and over. Judging will take place on 8th/9th November after the Show. Entries close on the 2nd November, 2016 CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION COMMERCIAL COW & CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION STUD COW, Vouchers donated by Genetics Australia. Class winners and Champion Cows to be announced at the Societies Christmas Dinner meeting on November 10th 2016 - Entry Forms available from Kathleen Botterill - [email protected]

BOLTON’S HOOF TRIMMING

PETER WILSON DAVID AND LISA BOLTON

LIVESTOCK  REAL ESTATE

68 Broadway St. Cobram (03) 5871 1533 www.peterwilsonco.com

Phone (03) 582318118 Mobile 0428 573 265

GOULBURN MURRAY PRIME LAMB CARCASS COMPETITION

HEAD STEWARD: Mr. Neville Holland ENTRY: $3.00 per class per entry. PRIZES: lst - $25; 2nd - $10 each class Sponsored by Landmark Pen of 3 Lambs (must be keyhole crutched). No Ram Lambs will be accepted. All Lambs must be weighed by 9.30 a.m. 1. Domestic Lamb Class to be 19kg. to 22kg, with optimum fat score 3mm. 2. Export Lamb Class 22.1kg to 25kg with optimum fat score 3mm. CHAMPIONSHIP SASH "ON THE HOOF" CHAMPIONSHIP SASH "ON THE HOOK" “On the Hoof” judging at 11.00 am show day. “On the Hook” judging and viewing of the carcasses to take

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EDUCATIONAL

HEAD STEWARD: The Secretary ENTRY: FREE Open to children in all schools in Nathalia district. Schools will be contacted during Term 3. Exhibitions of local children's work and home craft hobbies will be displayed. The Pavilion will be open to receive exhibits from 7.00-9.00 pm on Friday night prior to the Show.

SECTIONS: I, K, L ,M,N & P PAVILION EXHIBITS PAVILION SUPERINTENDENT: Mrs. Grace Harding Additional Rules applicable to Pavilion. The Pavilion will be open from 9.00 a.m. 12.00 noon on the Friday before the Show for exhibitors in all Sections except Plants & Flowers (see Plants & Flowers Section), to place their exhibits. Exhibitors to be out of the Pavilion by 12.00 noon Friday for Judging at 1.00 p.m. All exhibits to be the work of the exhibitor. (See other rules and regulations at back of the schedule). A winning entry cannot be entered more than twice. Exhibitors may collect their exhibits after 3.30pm or earlier at the discretion of the stewards, on day of the Show. Prize winners are requested to hand the money vouchers in at the Secretary's Office for payment, after collecting their exhibits. ALL PRIZE MONEY TO BE COLLECTED ON DAY OF SHOW. SECTION I COOKERY Sponsors: Suzanne Hayes, Jenny Hayes, Brereton’s Bakery, Cheesecake Shop Shepparton. HEAD STEWARD: Suzanne Hayes STEWARDESSES: Jenny Hayes, Collette Lees, ENTRY: 50¢ PRIZES: 1st $2.00 and 2nd $1.00 (unless otherwise stated) OPEN CLASSES 1-31 Ribbon and Trophy to Most successful exhibitor classes 1 – 20 donated by Suzanne Hayes 1. Orange cake (iced, loaf tin) 2. Banana cake (uniced, loaf tin) 3. Marble cake – three colours (uniced, 20cm round tin) 4. Plain cake (uniced, 20cm round tin) 5. Chocolate cake (uniced, 20cm round tin) 6. Tea cake 7. Chocolate sponge 8. Plain sponge 9. Sultana cake 10. Boiled fruitcake (any recipe) 11. Fruit and Nut loaf 12. Six Plain Scones 13. Six Fruit Scones 14. Six Savoury Scones ( flavour on back) 15. Collection of uniced biscuits 3 mixtures 2 of each 16. Four macaroons 17. Four Lamingtons, not packet mixes 18. Cooked slices 3 different 2 of each 3cmx5cm 19. Uncooked slices 3 different 2 of each 3cmx5cm 20. Four muffins, not packet mixes

SPECIALS SECTIONS - 21. High tea tray for two. 1st Voucher, 2nd $2. 22. Decorated Cake (fruit or mud). 1st Voucher, 2nd $2 23. Ladies and Men's Guilds and Clubs 1x sponge (uniced and unfilled) 1 x plate of mixed biscuits 3 different, 2 of each, 1 x butter cake (uniced) 1st $10 2nd $5. 24. Carrot Cake. To recipe on page 13 25. Men only Carrot slice. To recipe on page 13 26. Best decorated “Horse Themed” cake 27. Novelty Cake - Sponsored by Nathalia Nightwatch CWA

VASLTD COOKERY SECTION

28 Sunbeam Junior Boiled Fruit cake. To recipe on page 12 29. Sunbeam Senior Fruit Cake. To recipe on page 12 30. Rocky Lamatino’s Carrot cake. To own recipe, must include 300gms of carrots, recipe to be provided. Baked in an 8inch round cake tin and displayed uniced.

JUNIOR COOKERY SECTION: 13 YEARS AND UNDER 17 YEARS Trophy donated by Mrs V Lucas, and ribbon to the most successful exhibitor in classes 31- 40 31. Sponge Cake (unfilled) 32. Chocolate Cake 33. Tea Cake 34. Four Muffins 35. Four Anzac Biscuits 36. Four Yo Yo Biscuits (filled) 37. Six little patty cakes 38. Six plain scones 39. SPECIAL Carrot & Date muffins - recipe and rules on page 12. 1st Voucher 2nd $2 40. SPECIAL Decorated cake - open to all Nathalia and district School Age Children 1st $10 2nd $5

UNDER 13 YEARS: Trophy donated by Mrs Jenny Hayes and Ribbon for most successful exhibitor classes 41 - 51 41. Four Honey Joys 42. Six Patty Cakes 43. Four MuffinS 44. Six rum balls (no rum) 45. Six home made Chocolates 46. Six Plain Scones 47. Chocolate Cake 48. My Favourite Lunch Box 49. My Healthy Lunch Box 50. SPECIAL Four Decorated biscuits (Ribbon to 1st and 2nd) 51. SPECIAL Four Decorated patty cakes ( Ribbon to 1st and 2nd)

UNDER 5 YEARS Every entrant will receive a Ribbon 52. Four Decorated biscuits 53. Six Rumballs (no rum)

VASLTD Cookery Section REGULATIONS: FOR VASLTD FRUIT CAKE AND BOILED FRUIT CAKE COMPETITIONS ON PAGE 11  An exhibitor having won at a show, will bake another cake for entry in the Group final.  The Winner will then be required to bake a further cake for the State Final at the next Royal Melbourne Show.  An exhibitor having won at show level is not eligible to enter any other show until after the Group judging, when, if not the winning entry, can complete further.  An exhibitor is only eligible to represent one Group in the State Final.  An exhibitor having won at the Group Level cannot compete further until after the Royal Melbourne Show.  Each cake entered must be the bonafide work of the exhibitor.  If for any reason a winner is unable to compete at the Group or State Level the Second place getter is eligible to compete.

VASLTD Fruit Cake Competitions SENIOR AND OPEN STATE FRUITCAKE COMPETITION - OPEN CLASS 27 PAGE 11 LOCAL PRIZES: 1st $15.00, 2nd $10.00 GROUP LEVEL: First Prize: $25.00 STATE FINAL PRIZE: $200.00 plus Plaque, Second Prize $100.00, Third Prize: $50.00 Winner to compete in the Regional Group Final, and if successful in the State Final at the Royal Melbourne Show. TO RECIPE Ingredients: 250g sultanas, 250g chopped raisins, 250g currants, 125g chopped mixed peel, 90g chopped red glaze cherries 90g chopped blanched almonds, 250g butter, 60g self raising flour, 250g plain flour, 250g soft brown sugar, 4 eggs ½ teaspoon lemon essence or finely grated lemon rind, ½ teaspoon almond essence, ½ teaspoon vanilla essence, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, ⅓ cup of sherry or brandy.

Here’s what to do…. Mix together all the fruits and nuts and sprinkle with sherry or brandy. Cover and leave for at least 1 hour, but preferably overnight. Sift together the flour and spices. Cream together the butter and sugar with the essences. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then alternately add the fruit and flour mixes. Mix thoroughly. The mixture should be stiff enough to support a wooden spoon. Place the mixture into a prepared tin 20cm (8″) square tin without rounded edges and bake in a slow oven for approximately 3½ – 4 hours. Allow the cake to cool in the tin. NOTE: to ensure uniformity and depending upon the size it is suggested the raisins be snipped into 2 or 3 pieces, cherries into 4 to 6 pieces and almonds cross–wise into 3 to 4 pieces.

JUNIOR BOILED FRUIT CAKE COMPETITION - JUNIOR SECTION CLASS 26 PAGE 11 PRIZES: V.A.S.L. will conduct a Group final, the winner of which will compete in the State Final at the following Royal Melbourne Show. Finalists are required to bake a third ‘Fruit cake’ for the State Final Judging at the Royal Melbourne Show, for which prize money will be:- LOCAL - 1st $10.00. 2nd $ 5.00. 1 st - $95.00, 2nd $70.00, 3rd $30.00, Entrants must be Under 18 on the day of local show. The following recipe is compulsory for all entrants. Ingredients:1 teaspoon mixed spice, ½ cup of water, 125g butter, 1 cup of plain flour, ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda, ½ cup of sherry, 2 eggs lightly beaten, 2 tablespoons of marmalade, 1 cup of self raising flour, ¼ teaspoon salt. 375g Mixed Fruit, ¾ cup of brown sugar. Here is what to do…Place the mixed fruit, sugar, spice, water and butter into a large saucepan and bring to boil. Simmer gently for three minutes, then remove from stove, add bicarb soda and allow to cool. Add the sherry, eggs and marmalade, mixing well. Fold in the sifted dry ingredients then place in a greased and lined 20cm (8″) square tin without rounded corners. Bake in a moderately slow oven for 1½ hours, or until cooked when tested.

VASLtd rules are above on this page for the Junior and Senior Fruit Cakes

ROCKY LAMATTINA & SONS & VASLTD LOCAL PRIZE: $2.00 REGION GROUP PRIZE: $25 STATE CONVENTION: 1st $250 ,2nd $100 & 3rd $50

Winners must be able to bake a second cake or muffins for the Regional Competition on April 22nd 2017 and if successful the State Final at the VASLtd Convention at Shepparton on 30th June, 1 & 2 May 2017

MENS ONLY CARROT SLICE RECIPE - OPEN CLASS 22 ON PAGE 11 TO RECIPE Ingredients: 165gms Brown Sugar, 175ml Sunflower oil, 3 eggs lightly beaten, 1 carrot (approx. 140gms) grated, 100gms Raisins Zest of one large orange, 175gms self-raising flour, 1tsp bicarb of soda, 1tsp ground cinnamon,½ tsp grated nutmeg, 55gms of icing sugar - optional Here’s what to do Preheat oven to 180°, grease and line an 18cmx28cm slice tin Use a wooden spoon to mix sugar, oil and egg, in a large bowl and then stir in carrots, raisins and zest. Stir in flour, soda and spices. Stir to just combined and pour into pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean. Cool slightly and then turn out onto a rack until completely cold. Icing: use a small amount of water to make a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over slice. When icing has set completely cut into 12 equal slices.

CARROT CAKE - OPEN CLASS 23 ON PAGE 11 To own recipe, must include 300gms of carrots, recipe to be provided. Baked in an 8inch round cake tin and displayed uniced.

CARROT CAKE RECIPE - OPEN CLASS 24 ON PAGE 11 TO RECIPE Ingredients: Olive Oil - to grease, 350gms carrots, 1 cup (150gms) of SR Flour, ½ cup (75gms) plain flour, 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda, ½ tsp ground cinnamon, ½ cup (80gms) brown sugar, ½ cup (125mls) oil, ½ cup (125mls) golden syrup, 3 eggs, 1tsp vanilla essence, ½ cup walnuts. Here is what to do…. Preheat oven to 170° C. Grease a 20cm (base) round cake pan lightly with oil, and line with a non stick baking paper. Peel and grate the carrots, and set aside. Sift the flours, bicarbonate of soda and cinnamon into a large bowl. Put the brown sugar, oil, golden syrup, eggs and vanilla in a separate bowl. Use a balloon whisk to mix until combined. Pour the oil mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir gently until just combined. Stir in the grated carrot and walnuts. Pour the mixture into the pan and bake for 1 hour. Set aside for 5 mins, before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

CARROT AND DATE MUFFINS JUNIOR CLASS 34 ON PAGE 11

Entrant must be under 18 on the day of their Local Show. TO RECIPE Ingredients: 2½ cups Self–raising flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar, ⅓ cup of pitted dates, 1 tablespoon orange marmalade, 1 cup of coarsely grated carrots, 1 cup of canola oil, 2 eggs - lightly beaten, ¾ cup of orange juice, 1 cup reduced fat milk, Icing sugar for dusting. Here’s what to do…. Preheat oven to 190C (moderately hot), Line and spray a 12 hole muffin pan with large paper cases. Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl, stir in dates, carrots. Then add combined marmalade, oil, eggs, juice and milk. Mix until just combined. Spoon mixture evenly into prepared pan holes. Cook for 20 minutes, to test muffins are cooked insert a cake skewer, If it comes out clean the muffins are ready. Stand muffins in pan for 5 minutes, then turn out on to a wire rack to cool.

SECTION K PLANTS AND FLOWERS HEAD STEWARDESS: Nola Smith STEWARDESSES: Mesdames Mary Rendell, Norma Shepherd, Lilly Smith, Mrs. Laura Owens, ENTRY: 50c. PRIZES: 1st $1, 2nd 50c unless otherwise stated. Entries close 1.00pm. on the Friday prior to Show. The Pavilion will be open from 7.00pm - 8:30pm on the Friday night prior to the Show and on Show day to 8.30am. All exhibits to be placed and exhibitors out of the Pavilion by 8.30am. Judging to commence at 9.00am. Exhibitors may collect their exhibits after 4.00pm. All Flowers must be grown by the exhibitor except in Section for Arranged Flowers. TROPHY donated by Floridum Park for highest aggregate points in Floral Art Classes 32-45. 1st 3 points, 2nd 2 points. $10 VOUCHER donated by Woodbine Gardens & Advanced Trees, Nathalia for highest aggregate points in Classes 1-29 SPECIAL PRIZE of $2 donated by Hawkey Family for the best flower, bloom, spike or Truss in Classes 1- 18 inclusive. CHAMPION RIBBON for the best exhibit of floral art donated by Mrs. Robyn Fairman. CHAMPION RIBBON for the best exhibit in cut flowers. Unless otherwise stated, cut flowers to be staged in one clear container. 1. Collection of cut flowers, 6 distinct varieties, 2 stems of each. Six containers. 2. Collection of cut flowers, 3 distinct varieties, 2 stems of each. Three containers. 3. One Rose. 4. One miniature Rose. 5. Ranunculi, 3 distinct colours, staged separately. 6. Anemones, 3 distinct colours staged separately. 7. One Camellia. 8. One Carnation. 9. Pansies, 3 colours, 3 containers. 10. Three Flowering Creepers, distinct varieties, staged separately. 11. Sweet Peas, 3 colours, 3 stems of each colour. Three containers. 12. Specimen Bloom, Flower, Spike or Truss. 13. Three red flowers, distinct varieties, staged separately. 14. Three white flowers, distinct varieties, staged separately. 15. Three blue flowers, distinct varieties, staged separately. 16. Three yellow flowers, distinct varieties, staged separately. 17. Three Geraniums, distinct varieties, staged separately. 18. One Pelargonium. 19. Container of Iceland Poppies, 12 stems at least 3 colours. 20. Six varieties of trees or shrubs in flower, 1 cut of each, not Australian native. 21. Container of flowers, one variety, 6 stems not mentioned in Classes 1 to 19. 22. Six varieties of Australian Native trees or shrubs in flower, 1 cut of each. 23. Collection of home grown Australian Native Flowers or shrubs (Maximum 12). 24. Pot plant in bloom. 25. Fern, Maiden Hair, fine. 26. Fern, Maiden Hair, coarse. 27. Cacti or succulent. 28. Pot Plant, foliage only. 29. Hanging Basket, any variety. All Pot Plants must have been in the district or in possession of exhibitor for at least three months. 30. SPECIAL: Open to any District Club, Society, Guild or Association. 6 Containers of Cut Flowers or Shrubs. DISTINCT KINDS not more than 9 stems per Vase. PRIZE MONEY 1st $15, 2nd $5. Donated by Nathalia & District Garden Lovers Inc. 31. SPECIAL: Open to Ladies Guilds and Clubs within 3Okm radius of Nathalia. 1 Container Mixed Flowers, 1 container Sweet Peas, 1 Pot Plant. Shrubs allowed with discretion. PRIZE MONEY 1st $5, 2nd $2. Sponsored by Nathalia & District Garden Lovers Inc.

FLORAL ART Any horticultural material allowed unless otherwise stated. 32. A Mantel arrangement. 33. A basket of Roses (all round view). 34. An arrangement other than flowers. 35. Mixed flowers in a massed arrangement (frontal view). 36. Arranged container of flowers (1 colour, different shades allowed). 37. Low arrangement for Dining Table, max. height 25cm. 38. Arrangement of flowers and fruit or vegetables or both. 39. Modern arrangement, no restrictions. 40. Decorated Floating Bowl, 5cm of water. 41. Arrangement of 2 flowers and 1 bud, no restrictions. 42. Miniature arrangement not exceeding 10cm x 10cm,not dried. 43. Arrangement in novel container, no restrictions. 44. Reflections. 45. Dried arrangement - No restrictions. NOVICE SECTION: Open to those who have not won three 1st prizes in Floral Art at any Horticultural Show. PRIZE: $10.00 donated by Nathalia & District Garden Lovers Inc for most successful exhibitor in classes 46 - 54. 46. Dried Arrangement. No restrictions. 47. Arrangement of 2 Flowers and 1 Bud. No restrictions. 48. Quick and Easy for the Kitchen. 49. Arrangement in a bottle. 50. Foliage Arrangement. 51. "As I Like It". No restrictions. 52. Low arrangement for dining table, maximum height 25cm. 53. Hand Posy, staged in water. 54. Arrangement in a box, not to exceed 25cm. 13 YEARS AND UNDER 17 YEARS $2 & ribbon to most successful exhibitor in classes 55-61. 55. Pansies, three distinct varieties. 56. Arrangement in kitchen utensil. 57. Decorated saucer, rim to be covered. 58. Miniature arrangement, not to exceed 10cm. In height. 59. Novelty made from fruit and/or vegetables accessories allowed, no restrictions). 60. One flower, any variety. 61. Arrangement of one Flower - Foliage & accessories allowed. 8 YEARS & UNDER 13 YEARS $2 & ribbon to most successful exhibitor in Classes 62-66 62. Novelty made from fruit and/or vegetables (accessories allowed, no restrictions). 63. A Posy for the teacher 64. Pressed flower card 65. An arrangement in a shell 66. Arrangement of one Flower - Foliage & Accessories allowed UNDER 8 YEARS $2 & ribbon to most successful exhibitor in Classes 67-71 67. Novelty made from fruit and or vegetables. (accessories allowed, no restrictions) 68. Decorated egg, accessories allowed. 69. Pressed flower card. 70. An arrangement in a shell. 71. Arrangement of one Flower - Foliage & accessories allowed.

SECTION L FARM AND GARDEN HEAD STEWARDESS: Mrs. Bernadette Cassianiga STEWARD: Mr. C. Rendell ENTRY: 50c. PRIZES: 1st $1, 2nd 50c. Entries close the Wednesday before the Show Pavilion open from 9 am to 12 noon Friday and again from 7pm to 8.30pm before the Show to accept exhibits. Judging to commence 1:00pm. JUNIOR SECTION All eggs must be fresh 1. Dozen hen eggs 2. Three oranges 3. Three lemons 4. Collection of produce, 4 varieties PRIZE 1st $7, 2nd $3 Donated by the Rendell Family CHAMPION RIBBON for the best exhibit Classes 1-28. Donated by Nathalia & District Garden Lovers Inc. All eggs must be fresh. 5. Dozen white hen eggs. 6. Dozen brown hen eggs. 7. Dozen tinted hen eggs. 8. Dozen Bantam eggs. 9. Dozen duck eggs. 10. Three oranges. 11. Three lemons. WOODBINE GARDENS & 12. Three mandarins 13. Three grapefruit. 14. Six stalks of rhubarb – leaf trimmed 5cm minimum ADVANCED TREES 15. Bunch of radishes Manifold St. Nathalia 16. Bunch of carrots Ph. 5866 2334 17. Bunch of beetroot. Accredited Garden Centre 18. Bunch of silver beet displayed in water. Specialising in Advanced Trees 19 1 kg potatoes, washed. Garden Design 20. One bunch of spring onions (shallots not allowed). Eftpos Facilities Open 7 days 21. One cauliflower. 22. One cabbage. 23. One lettuce. 24. One pumpkin. 25. Dish of broad beans (10). 26. Dish of green peas (10). 27. Collection 4 herbs, home grown. (Name varieties) 28. Collection of garden produce, 7 varieties. PRIZE: 1st $15, 2nd $5. Donated by Nathalia & District Garden Lovers Inc. 29. Collection of 7 items made with Pumpkin can be anything- cooked, dried, raw, jams, pickles, sweet or savory- to be displayed on a tray with no embellishments. 2017 will be Beetroot PRIZE: 1st $10, 2nd $5 and 3rd $2.

JUNIOR ART FAIRIES AND DRAGONS GARDEN

1. 13yrs and Under 17 years 2. 8years and under 13 yrs 3. Under 8 years No restrictions, any size (but your have to be able to bring it in) This year, can you incorporate our “Equine Extravaganza” in your garden? Good luck. PRODUCE SECTION ENTRY $1.00. PRIZES: 1st $4, 2nd $2 Sponsored by G. Byron Seed Supplies, Numurkah. 30. Quarter bale of cured Lucerne hay. 31. Quarter bale of cured meadow hay 32. Bundle of fresh Lucerne. 33. Bundle green oats. 34. Bundle green wheat.

GRAIN SECTION ENTRY $1.00. PRIZES: 1st $4, 2nd $2 Sponsored by G. Byron Seed Supplies Numurkah, H. Vale Picola

35. Bushel of wheat (Graded or Pickled eligible) 36. Bushel of Barley 37. Bushel of Oats

METALWORK SECTION ENTRY $1.00. PRIZES: 1st $2, 2nd $1, 3rd 50c 38. One Piece 15-17 years. 39. One Piece U15 years. 40. One Piece Open.

WOODWORK SECTION ENTRY $1.00. PRIZES: 1st $4, 2nd $2 Prize-money donated by Numurkah Hire & Sales., Numurkah 41. One piece, Primary School age. 42. One piece, 13 years and under. 43. One Piece, 15 years and under. 44. One Piece, 17 years and under. 45. Article of Woodwork - Open. 46. A wood turned article -Open TROPHY donated by Limo’s Home Hardware & Rural Supplies, Nathalia

Junior Story, Decorated Boot and Best Hobby Horse Sponsored by Mary Rendell and Ryan Lawless

Best Short Horse Story 200 words max Decorated Boot Best Hobby Horse 1. Preps - Grade 1 6. Preps - Grade 1 11 Preps - Grade 1 2 .Grade 2 - Grade 3 7. Grade 2 - Grade 3 12. Grade 2 - Grade 3 3. Grade 4 - Grade 6 8 Grade 4 - Grade 6 13. Grade 4 - Grade 6 4. Year 6 - Year 8 9. Year 6 - Year 8 14. Year 6 - Year 8 5. Year 9 - Year 12 10. Year 9 - Year 12 15.Year 9 - Year 12

SECTION M PHOTOGRAPHY All photography exhibits must be left at the Secretary's Office, Blake Street, Nathalia, not later than 12.00 noon on the Wednesday, before the Show for preliminary judging. HEAD STEWARDESS: Mrs. J. Hayes STEWARDESS: M/s S. Hayes, Mrs. B. Dealy ENTRY: 50c. PRIZES: 1st $1, 2nd 50c, unless otherwise stated. Additional Rules: Maximum size 15cm x 20cm, only colour photos accepted. Not more than three entries per class, per exhibitor. No photos to be framed or mounted. Winning photos cannot be entered again. Photos should not be written on, BEST OVERALL PHOTOGRAPH IN SHOW - Ribbon donated by Shepparton Camera House, Shepparton CHAMPION RIBBON for most successful exhibitor. SPONSORS :Shepparton Camera House, Shepparton. $5 donated by Lubke Family, Nathalia Pharmacy Nathalia 1. Portrait of a single person 2. Portrait of a Child or Children. 3. Photo of a group of people 4. Photo of child or children with animals 5. Native Fauna 6. Native Flora 7. Best garden scene photograph ~ The Eunice Lubke Memorial 1st Prize $5 8. Farm Life 9. Scene in Nathalia Town Area. 10. Sunset/Sunrise 11. Landscape. 12. Seascape 13. Reflections 14. Action Photograph 15. Horse themed photograph-Special 16. VASLtd “Junior Under 18years” “ A photograph taken of an Animal or Animals” - up to and no larger than 20cm x 30cm - unframed, must be mounted on cardboard, no larger than 3cms - Black & White or Color. 17. VASLtd “Senior over 18years” “ A photograph taken of a Sunrise or sunset” - within 50kms of Nathalia - up to and no larger than 20cm x 30cm - unframed, must be mounted on cardboard, no larger than 3cms - Black & White or Color. 18. Junior under 18 years - Best Selfie!

Local winners of VASLtd competition will go on to Regional Finals in Shepparton on 22nd April 2017 and successful entries will go to the Royal Melbourne Show in Melbourne in 2017.

Dean Jones ~ Branch Manager 17A Mitchell Street Shepparton Vic 3630 Mobile 0438 158231 Phone (03) 58224122 Fax 58224123 Email [email protected] www.unltimatefastners.com.au 18

SECTION N NEEDLEWORK AND CRAFT HEAD STEWARDESS: Mrs. Denise Gilby STEWARDESSES: Mesdames Maureen Mannion, Fay Hutchins, Cheryl Thorn, Therese Williams JUNIOR STEWARDESS : Laura Thorn ENTRY: 50c. Pavilion open from 9am to 12 noon Friday before the Show. Judging to commence 1:00pm. PRIZES: 1st $1, 2nd 50c.  Exhibits must not be washed or dry cleaned.  Exhibit tickets must be FIRMLY attached to ALL entries. Sewn where possible, please do not use dressmaking pins.  Limit of three (3) entries per class per exhibitor.  A winning entry cannot be entered more than twice.  Hand sewing allowed where applicable on machine sewn entries (i.e. hems).  All Exhibits to have been completed within the last 5 years.  Entries close: Wednesday before Show.  Refer to page 10 headed “Pavilion Exhibits” for opening and judging times. $50.00 VOUCHER + Ribbon for best exhibit in Needlework (Classes 1-45). Donated by Denise Gilby, Echuca $50.00 VOUCHER + Ribbon for the best exhibit in Craft (Classes 72-91) Donated by Spotlight Stores. $20.00 VOUCHER to competitor with highest number of points in needlework (Classes 1-31). Donated by South Fabrics, Ecuca 1. Article made from scraps of fabric 2. Child's garment - machine sewn 3. Machine sewn article of adult waring apparel 4. Slacks, pants or shorts 5. Machine made article other than wearing apparel 6. Appliquéd article - machine sewn 7. Appliqued article - hand sewn 8. Machine made apron 9. Dressed doll (sewn clothes) 10. Rag doll (hand or machine sewn) 11. Child's garment in Stretch Sewing 12. Adult garment in Stretch Sewing 13. Windcheater in Stretch Sewing 14. Any other article of stretch sewing 15. Coat hanger - any work. 16. Article of Hand Sewn Patchwork 17. Article of Machine Sewn Patchwork 18. “VASLtd Patchwork Competition” Patchwork piece no more than 1 metre on any one side, machine pieced and machine quilted, only finished articles will be accepted. Embellishments allowed 19. Cushion- any work 20. A Christmas decoration 21. Article of Hand Quilting, quilting must be the work of the exhibitor 22. Article of Machine Quilting, quilting must be the work of the exhibitor 23. Tea cozy 24. Piece of counted cross stitch (other stitches allowed) 25. Hand Worked table centre or doily (crochet edge allowed) 26. Afternoon tea cloth or dinner cloth 27. Wool embroidery 28. A piece of hand embroidery 29. Embroidered or stitched picture (not necessarily framed) 30. Lace work other than crochet 31. Any kind of fancy work not mentioned in schedule

Section N. KNITTING & CROCHET 33. Crocheted cardigan or jumper 34 Piece or set of crochet work (cotton or linen thread) 35. Crochet baby's jacket 36. Crochet rug or spread 37. Any other crocheted article 38. Dressed doll (crochet clothes) 39. Baby layette 40. Hand knitted garment, 8 ply and over 41. Hand knitted garment, 7 ply or finer 42. Hand knitted article using feathers or similar yarn 43. Hand knitted baby jacket 44. Dressed doll; (knitted clothes) 45. Any other hand knitted article 46. VASLtd. Hand Knitting Competition. Hand knitted article made from Pure Wool/ Wool Blend of any ply, must have attached label From wool used or label/receipt from Woollen Mill. See Note 47. VASLtd Crocheted article made from Pure Wool/ Wool blend of any ply, must have label/receipt attached SEE NOTE BELOW

NOTE: Winning entries to VASLtd Competitions will go to Regional finals and if successful to Royal Melbourne Show in the following year.

JUNIORS: 13-17 YEARS $15.00 VOUCHER donated by “What’s New” Market Place Shepparton to the competitor gaining most points in Classes (48 – 58) 48. Piece of craft 49. Appliquéd article 50. One page of scrapbooking 51. Model construction, any medium (kit acceptable) 52. Cushion, any work (unfilled) 53. Garment made from recycled materials 54. Crocheted or knitted scarf or beanie 55. Novelty for teenager's room 56. Garment made from stretch material 57. Article of formal wear 58. Teddy Bear made by exhibitor

UNDER 13 YEARS $15.00 GIFT VOUCHER to competitor gaining most points in classes (59 - 71) Sponsored by “What’s New” Market Place, Shepparton. 59. Article of cross stitch 60. Farm animal made with play dough or modeling clay 61. Greeting card 62. Piece of craft 63. Pair of machine sewn boxer shorts 64. An article made from recycled products 65. A glued article to decorate your bedroom 66. Hand painted article 67. Article made from Lego - up to 8 years - original design no larger than 25cm x 25cm 68. Article made from Lego Original Design - 9-12 years no larger than 25cm x 25cm 69. Knitted or crocheted scarf or beanie 70. Most loved Soft toy (up to 8 years) 71. Something made from icy pole sticks (accessories allowed.) 20

Section N CRAFT ~ OPEN 72. Article containing lavender 73. Any glued article 74. Piece of beaded jewelry 75. Handmade jewelry (Not beaded) 76. Hand painted porcelain. 77. Single page of scrapbooking - tones of one color 78. Double page of scrapbooking 79. Hand decorated greeting card 80. Bag or basket 81. Three distinct varieties of craft work 82. One soft toy (Not knitted) 83. 2 items suitable as a gift 84. One hand knitted soft toy 85. Wall hanging - any medium 86. Article of felting 87. Porcelain doll, made and dressed by exhibitor 88. Decorated hand made or real horseshoe 89. Article of long stitch 90. Piece of craft not mentioned in this section 91. CWA Exhibit: Open to all CWA branches, not more than four articles, to be made by the members. SPECIAL PRIZE: $5. Donated by Grace Harding 92. Special: Ladies' Guild and Clubs within a 30km. radius of Nathalia. Collection of SIX articles as listed, to include at least ONE item from Section N (any class), ONE from Cookery and ONE from Preserve Sections SPECIAL PRIZE: $5. Donated by Grace Harding

ANGEL BABIES Through out Australia each day, babies are born. Unfortunately, not all are born at full term. Many are born well before their due date and some sadly born sleeping. All of the items entered will be gifted to both the Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne and our own Goulburn Valley Base Hospital neonate wards. Entry is free and no prize money is paid. Garment Sizes must be suitable for premature babies

Knitting Crochet 93. Babies Blanket—Neo –Natal 98. Babies Blanket - Neo Natal 94. Babies Blanket - Born Sleeping 99. Babies Blanket - Born Sleeping 95. Bonnet/Beanie 100. Bonnet/Beanie 96. Booties/Mittens 101. Booties/Mitten 97. Singlet/Vest 102. Singlet/Vest Blanket Criteria—No really bright colors Minimum approx. 210mm x 297 to an approx. max of 350mmx450mm for Neo-Natal Unlimited Size for Born Sleeping Embellishments allowed, but nothing sharp or solid. No Loose or lacy stitches - Keep in mind what it is for.

SECTION P PRESERVED FRUITS, JAMS, JELLIES, PICKLES & SAUCES HEAD STEWARDESS: Mrs. Heather Frostick STEWARDESSES: Mesdames M. Twite, F. Mahncke, O. Clark, J Schier, A Clark and Miss O Clark ENTRY: 50c. Pavilion open from 9am to 12 noon Friday, judging to commence 1:00pm. PRIZES: 1st $1, 2nd 50c, unless otherwise stated. Champion Ribbon for Best Exhibit sponsored by the Family of the Late Mrs. V. Scadden $20 donated by Mr. & Mrs. R. Twite for aggregate winner in Classes 6–32. (Only Individual exhibitors eligible to compete for aggregate trophy). All exhibits to be processed by the exhibitor during the present season. Exhibits to be limited to one entry in each section, except class 13. (please see note below) One bottle of each, clearly labeled.

PRESERVES 1. Peaches 2. Pears 3. Apricots 4. Tomatoes 5. Any other variety (3 varieties) NOVICE SECTION for an exhibitor who has not won three first prizes in JAMS, JELLIES ETC. Section P. $10 donated by Mrs. Jean 6. Dark Plum Jam Schier, for aggregate winner. 7. Light Plum Jam 8. Apricot Jam. 34. Marmalade. 9. Fig Jam 35. Jam any flavour. 10. Marmalade Grapefruit 36. Lemon Butter 11. Marmalade, Orange. 37. Jelly of any variety 12. Household marmalade - Any Flavour 38. Tomato Sauce 13. Collection of jams (3 varieties) 39. Jar of Pickles or Chutney 14. Jelly any variety 15. Collection of Jellies, (3 varieties) SPECIAL SECTION FOR MALES 16. Quince Jam - Any Flavour ONLY 17. Melon Jam – Any Flavour 40. My favorite sauce 18. Raspberry Jam 41. Tomato relish 19. Strawberry Jam 42. Pickles 20. Diabetic Jam - Any Flavour 21. Lemon Butter $10 donated by Mrs. Heather Frostick 22. Herb Vinegar for Aggregate Winner 23. Green Tomato Pickles 24. Mint Jelly or Mint Sauce 25. Tomato Relish 26. Plum Sauce 27. My choice of Chutney - Any Flavour 28. Tomato Sauce 29. Collection of 3 Products from Tomatoes 30. Collection of 4 items Sauce, Pickles, Chutney and Relish 31. Pesto 32. Any dried fruit or vegetable 33. Cordial - Any Flavor All jars will need to be clearly labeled indicating flavour.

Please note : When an exhibit calls for ‘Any Flavour’, exhibitors may enter as many entries as required, providing that each is a different flavor. For example you may enter a diabetic jam in 4 times providing that you have four different flavors . You may also enter the ‘collection of ‘ more than once, providing that they contain different flavors/varieties

NATHALIA YOUR FARMERS’ HORSE SHOE ART STEWARDS: Nathalia Young Farmers - Ellen Grinter ph. 044 752 98 78 or [email protected] Best piece of ‘Horse Shoe Art’ to celebrate the 2016 Horse Theme. Individual or group entries accepted. No size restrictions, one or multiple horse shoes in the art work accepted. School groups free entry by arrangement with steward, names must be provided. Horse shoes can be real or cardboard cut-outs. ENTRY: $0.50 PRIZES 1st $5, 2nd $2. Sponsor: Nathalia Young Farmers’ Club Classes: 1. Prep and under 2. Grades 1-6 3. Open Registrations to be in by the Wednesday before the Show with pavilion entries. Horse shoes to be delivered to the pavilion between 9am-12noon the day before the show (or before with prior arrangement). Judging is Friday afternoon. Entries and prize money to be collected at 3pm on Show Day. NATHALIA YOUNG FARMERS’ SHOP WINDOW DISPLAY

STEWARD: Nathalia Young Farmers - Ellen Grinter ph. 044 752 98 78 or [email protected] ENTRY: Free PRIZES: Perpetual Trophy Sponsor: Nathalia Young Farmers Best Nathalia Business Equine Display Businesses are invited to make a display in their shop windows leading up to the show around the theme of horses for the “Equine Extravaganza” themed Nathalia Show. Businesses encouraged to think outside the square for their displays! Displays will be judged in shop Friday before the show. Register by Wednesday 28th September with the show office. NATHALIA YOUNG FARMERS ~ GREAT BATH TUB RACE Sponsors:- Rural Bank. Nathalia and Cheeky Grog Co. Bunbartha Bath tubs to be pushed, pulled or pedalled - no motors. Maximum of 5 people per team, one member to be in the bath at all times. Team members in bath to wear bicycle helmets. *Special Award for best ‘Horse’ themed bath & team* Entry: $5 per tub Prizes: 1st $100 2nd $50 and $50 for Best Decorated Tub Entries Close: 10:45am on show day– entry forms to be filled out and money paid at the Nathalia Young Farmers Tent. Bathtubs can be left by the tent for the day. Races to be held at 11am. Meet at the NYF tent at 10:45am. Grand Parade: 2pm-participants are invited to join the Grand Parade Steward: Nathalia Young Farmers - Ellen Grinter ph. 044 752 98 78 or [email protected]

NATHALIA YOUNG FARMERS CLUB

Nathalia Young Farmers is a club run by young people, for young people. It helps people (aged 16-30) make new friends, improve skills, participate in their community and have fun - and it’s not just for farmers! Nathalia YF meets the first Friday of each month and holds regular social & community activities including a debutante ball. New members always welcome! Contact: President, Joseph Brooks 0427662007

Cattle

Clydesdale & Light Cattle entry Harness Ring Four

T R A D E Sheep Dog Trials R S & F O O D

Whip Industries

Showmans Guild Power lines now underground and vehicle access is now denied beyond this point

Car and People 24

Warm Up Ring

Clydesdale & Light Ring One Harness Ring Four Ring Two Jumping Ring Ring Three

Opening Ceremony Showgirls Pony Club Ring Pet Parade

Motor Cycle Comp Led Ring

Showmans Guild Power lines now underground and vehicle access is now denied beyond this point

Horse Entry only 25

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SECTION Q AGRICULTURAL MOTOR CYCLE COMPETITION HEAD STEWARD: Mr. C. Rendell. ENTRY: $2.00 per competitor. Entries close with Secretary, 12 Noon, Show Day. SENIOR PRIZE: 1st $30, 2nd $15, 3rd $5. Donated by Peter Hill Honda, Numurkah. JUNIOR PRIZE: 15 years and under, 1st $10, 2nd $5. Donated by Colin Rendell. A motor cycle will be provided if necessary. 1. Competitors compete at own risk. 2. RIDERS MUST WEAR CRASH HELMETS OR NO START. 3. Competitors to assemble on the arena at 1.00 pm for briefing. 4. Competition to commence at 1.30 p.m. 5. Judging will be on a points system per obstacle, which will be explained in the 'briefing'. 6. Competitors can provide a motor cycle of not more than 25Occ. THE JUDGE'S DECISION WILL BE FINAL.

THE HAROLD LUBKE SHEEP DOG TRIALS Friday 30th September & Saturday 1st of October 2016 Conducted under the Rules of V.W.S.D.A. HEAD STEWARDS: Mr. Alan Lubke, Mrs. Jenny Hayes STEWARDS: Messrs. R. Hayes, S. Hayes, P. Hayes & N. Hayes. TIMEKEEPER: Mr. Norm Visca JUDGE: TBA NOMINATIONS CLOSE ON TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20th, 2016 with Head Steward, Mrs. Jenny Hayes, 34 McKean Street, Mooroopna, Vic. 3629. E [email protected] ph 0428 252 293. Draw will take place on Wednesday, September 21th, 2016 NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. 1. Bill Marshall Memorial Novice Trial. First: $50.00. Trophy donated by Lubke Family, Second $30, Third $20. FOR DOGS THAT HAVE NEVER WON A TRIAL. ENTRY: $7.00 per dog. 2. The Alan and Eunice Lubke Open Trial First: $90 Cash. Trophy donated by BHB. Motors, Nathalia, Second $40, Third $30, Fourth $20, Fifth $10 Fastest time in Open, $30.00 donated by Hayes Family Best Cast Lift and Draw in Open. ENTRY: $8.00 per dog. 3. Improvers Trial (in conjunction with Open Trial). First: $50 Cash plus Trophy, ~ Donated by Lubke Engineering, Second $30; Third $20 ENTRY: $7.00 per dog.

SECTION H POULTRY HEAD STEWARD: Mr. John Parker- Phone 58561372 STEWARDESS: Mrs. Maxine Parker Judging commences at 9.30 a.m. ENTRY: $2.00 ~ PRIZES: 1st $2, 2nd $1 Entries to be posted to Mr. John Parker, PO Box 92, RUSHWORTH, Vic. 3612 By Wednesday 28th September, 2016 Email to [email protected] Judging at 9.30am and all birds to be penned by 9.00am and cannot be removed until 3.30pm

CHAMPION SASHES AND TROPHIES TO:- CHAMPION BIRD OF SHOW RESERVE CHAMPION OF SHOW LIGHT STANDARD HEAVY STANDARD HARDFEATHER BANTAM SOFT FEATHER BANTAM WATER FOWL JUNIOR EXHIBIT GRAIN TROPHIES donated by James Stockfeed & Fertilizers. Nathalia STANDARD LIGHT BREED 1 White Leghorn, male 2 White Leghorn, female 41. O.E.G. Black Red DL, male 3 A.O.C. Leghorn, male 42. O.E.G. Black Red DL, female JUNIOR CLASS 4 A.O.C. Leghorn, female 43. O.E.G. Duckwing, male Juniors are 17yrs and under 5 Hamburn, Black, male 44. O.E.G. Duckwing, female ENTRY Free 6 Hamburg, Black, female 45. O.E.G. Blue Red, male NOTE: Exhibitors who have won 7 Hamburg, A.O.C male 46. O.E.G. Blue Red, female six first prizes in Open Classes 8 Hamburg, A.O.C, female 47. O.E.G. Pile, male are not eligible for entry in Junior 9 Silkie, male 48. O.E.G. Pile, female Classes. 10 Silkie, female 49. O.E.G. Spange, male 77. Light Breed, male 11 O.E.G. Black Red, male 50. O.E.G. Spange, female 78. Light Breed, female 12 O.E.G. Black Red, female 51. A.O.V. Hardfeather, male 79. Hardfeather Bantam, male 13 O.E.G. A.O.C., male 52. A.O.V. Hardfeather, female 80. Hardfeather Bantam, female 14 O.E.G. A.O.C., female 81. Softfeather Bantam, male 15 A.O.V. Light Breed, male SOFTFEATHER BANTAMS 82. Softfeather Bantam, female 16 A.O.V. Light Breed, female 53. Australorp, male 83. Waterfowl, male 54. Australorp, female 84. Waterfowl, female HEAVY STANDARD 55. Ancona, male 85. Heavy Breed Male 17. Australorp, male 56. Ancona, female 86. Heavy Breed Female 18. Australorp, female 57. Langshan Black, male 19. Plymouth Rock, male 58. Langshan Black, female 20. Plymouth Rock, female 59. Leghorn A.C, male 21. White Wyandotte, male 60. Leghorn A.C, female 22. White Wyandotte, female 61. Pekin A.C, male BACK YARD BREEDER - OPEN 23. Wyandotte, A.O.C, male 62. Pekin A.C, female These classes are open to 24. Wyandotte, A.O.C, female 63. Rosecomb, male those who have xbreed poultry 25. A.O.V Heavy Breed, male 64. Rosecome, female and with like to enter them in 26. A.O.V. Heavy Breed, female 65. Sebright, male the Show. 27. Lanshan, AC, male 66. Sebright, female 28. Lanshan, AC, female 67. Wyandotte White, male SENIOR CLASSES 68. Wyandotte White, female 87. Backyard Male HARD FEATHER BANTAMS 69. Wyandotte Partridge, male 88. Backyard Female 29. Modern Black Red, male 70. Wyandotte Partridge, female 30. Modern Black Red, female 71. Wyandotte A.O.C, male JUNIOR CLASSES 31. Modern Duckwing, male 72. Wyandotte A.O.C, female 89. Backyard, male 32. Modern Duckwing, female 73. A.O.V. Softfeather, male 90. Backyard, female 33. Modern Pile, male 74. A.O.V. Softfeather, female 34. Modern Pile, female 35. Modern A.O.C, male WATER FOWL 36. Modern A.O.C, female 75. A.V. Waterfowl, male 37. Indian Game, male 76. A.V. Waterfowl, female 38. Indian Game, female 39. O.E.G. Black Red LL, male 40. O.E.G. Black Red LL, female

DOG JUMP HEAD STEWARD: Doug Cobbledick. STEWARDS: Members of Nathalia Young Farmers. Sponsored by: Fertgrain, Nathalia. COMPETITION REGULATIONS available from Secretary's Office on Show Day. Competitors to assemble on the arena at 11.45 a.m. for briefing. Competition to commence at 12 Noon. ENTRY: $1.50 per dog per event. PRIZES: All Classes - lst. $10, 2nd $5, 3rd Bag of Dog Food, Donated by Doug Hutchins, Nathalia 1. Small dog class, under 50cm. 2. Medium dog class, 50cm and less than 60cm. 3. Large dog class, 60cm and over. JUDGES DECISION WILL BE FINAL.

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FREE: Not-for-Profit Community Groups (bookings and entry ticket still required for volunteers). Exhibitor to be holder of a Show Ticket. Application for space to be lodged with the Stewards by the Wednesday prior to the Show. Proof of Public Liability Insurance and Relevant Registrations must be copied for the Secretaries records.

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REGULATIONS 1. It is a condition of entry that exhibitors and competitors undertake to comply with the following regulations. 2. All general entries must be made in writing, on forms supplied by the Society, and signed by or on behalf of the exhibitor and delivered to the Secretary on or before the specified closing dates. NO LATE ENTRIES. POST ENTRIES 3. EXCEPTED. 4. The Society shall have the right to reject any entry without having to give reason for doing so. Each exhibit must be the bona-fide property of the exhibitor at the time of entry. 5. All exhibits must be entered in the name of the owner, who, on making the entry, will receive a ticket with the section, class and number thereon. 6. All machinery in motion shall be either securely fenced or be in such a position or of such construction as to be equally safe to every person as it would be if it were securely fenced. 7. All exhibits must be in the Showground's, and placed ready for judging at the time shown at head of each section. 8. The judge may award a second or third prize instead of a first one, or may withhold a prize altogether where the exhibits are not of sufficient merit. Any exhibit not classified which may be brought forward may receive a prize or certificate of merit as an extra if considered worthy. 9. All exhibitors shall permit the Stewards to affix their prize cards notifying the awards of the judges, and shall permit same to remain affixed during the continuance of the show. 10. STEWARDS: Should a Steward happen to be an exhibitor in any class in which he is a steward, he must stand aside during the judging of such class and take no part whatever in it. Stewards are requested to observe this rule. 11. No Judge shall officiate in any section in which he is exhibiting. 12. The Society may withhold any prize when fraudulent or erroneous statements have been made regarding an exhibit, and may also withhold all prizes awarded to exhibitors who have been guilty of false statements of entries. They may be debarred from again exhibiting, and, if patrons, shall be liable to expulsion from the Society. Exhibitors may be required to make a statutory declaration regarding their entries if the Society so desires. 13. The decisions of the Judges shall be final and without appeal at law or otherwise, and any exhibitor speaking or acting offensively to a Judge or Official may be disqualified, and is liable to have all prizes forfeited. Entries are received subject to this Regulation. 14. Should any exhibit, having gained a prize, be disqualified, the next on the list does not necessarily obtain the same prize. The Society, with or without the assistance of a Judge, can decide the question. 15. The Society shall not be responsible for exhibits. All exhibits left in the Society's grounds for a period of one month shall be sold by the Society to defray expenses. 16. No appeal against the decision of the judges will be entertained unless same be made in writing, and lodged with the Secretary within 30 minute of the event, and a deposit of $25 be made, which will be forfeited if the Society considers the appeal too frivolous. In the event of a protest being received, the same will be considered by a disputes committee and its decision shall be final. 17. In case of dispute as to the construction of these Regulations or the meaning of anything in the prize list, the same shall be determined by the Society, whose decisions in all cases shall be final. 18. Ages of horses to date from August 1st: sheep from April 1st: cattle as stated in cattle section. 19. Prize cards or Ribbons won at other shows must not be exhibited on any exhibit in the exhibition, or placed on pens where stock are housed. 20. The exhibitor accepts all responsibility for any damage or injury to any person or property, which may be occasioned by or arise out of the use of any machinery, implement or apparatus of any nature whatsoever used in connection with the Stand and Hereby indemnifies the Nathalia Agricultural Society accordingly. 21. Water is available on the Society's ground, but exhibitors of stock will be required to find their own forage. 22. In awarding the Championship, unless otherwise stated, the first prize winner of the relative sex in each class of the relative subsection shall be eligible to compete. 23. In awarding the Reserve Championship, unless otherwise stated, the first prize winner of the relative sex in each class of the relative subsection, other than the exhibit to which the championship has been awarded, shall be eligible to compete, together with the second prize winner, in the class on which the Champion was awarded first prizes not honored by the sponsor of any event. 24. The privilege of distributing Trade list advertising or other documents is restricted exclusively to exhibitors at their respec- tive stands. 25. Prize money will not be paid until after the Grand Parade, and only on presentation of a Grand Parade Pass with the prize money vouchers. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE. 26. Prize winners are requested to hand money vouchers in at the Secretary's Office for payment, after collecting their exhibits. 27. All prize money not collected on Show Day will be forfeited. 28. Any infringement of these rules will disqualify exhibitors from taking any prize awarded to them, and from exhibiting in the future. 29. The Society shall not under any circumstances hold itself responsible for any loss or misdelivery of livestock or other exhibits at the Society's exhibition or any loss or damage thereto. 30. Livestock to be tethered securely at all times except during Judging and the Grand Parade when they must be securely tied and held while being led. Any damage or injury to any person or property by loose animals to be the owners responsibility. 31. Owners to have their own Insurance cover for loss or damage of animals and any damage they may cause. 32. The Society will not be responsible for any prizes not honored by the sponsor of any event. 36

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HORSE SECTION RINGMASTER: Mr. Noel Wiltshire OFFICIAL ANNOUNCER: Mr. Rob Burthen POST ENTRY, ALL EVENTS CHECK RING FOR START TIMES JUMPING COMPETITION F.E.I. Rules apply. Any rider under the age of 18 years, riding a horse at an EFA or affiliated event, must wear protec- tive head gear to the current Australia, European or American Standard. The retaining harness must be secured and fastened at all times. Riders without approved headgear shall be ineligible to compete until rectified. This rule applies to all events, not just under age competition.

Entries close 10 minutes before each Jumping Event. All riders must present their Entry Ticket/s to the Marshal for Jumping, BEFORE they walk the course, to be included in the Draw for each Event. STEWARDS: Messrs. D, Miles, N. Wiltshire, Mesdames T. Williams, H. Frostick MARSHAL: Miss F. Corry ADDITIONAL RULINGS: Prize money will not be paid until after the Grand Parade and only on the presentation of a Grand Parade Pass with prize money vouchers. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE. Competitors not parading will forfeit their prize winning and championship award performances and the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria will be notified of any infringements made in respect to Parades.

All competitors compete at their own risk - the Society will not be liable for any injuries or damages sustained during any events. Payment of the entry fee is considered to be acceptance to these rules. Neither the organizing committee or any event to which these rules apply accepts any Liability for any accident damage injury or illness to horse, owners, riders, grounds, spectators, or any other person or property whatsoever.

Open rings will be conducted under EFA Rules and Regulations, Entering this competition constitutes acknowledgement that EFA (nowEV/AV) rules apply and acceptance of these rules. The organising committee reserves the right to cancel, divide alter or refuse entry to any class with or without stating the reason. No waiting in the rings – there are three open rings No refunds on unused tickets. Novice Horse /Galloway/ Pony - While competing singularly has never been placed 1st in a similar class at any Agricultural Show or Gymkhana. Novice winners are eligible for their relevant height championship. Show Hunters are quality animals showing a little more substance and boldness of movement than is required for show horses. Show Hunter attire plain browbands, no ribbons, Hunter Jackets. Show Hunters are not eligible to compete in open ridden classes. Once a ridden horse has won a Champion in a ring it is not eligible to compete in its height class in another ring. Height certificates must be produced if requested.

Good Hands Challenge Trophy– Additional Rules and Regulations at local Shows. The VAS Good Hands Challenge is conducted at the VAS Saddle Horse Championships. It is open to boys and girls aged 10 years and under 15 years on the day of the local show. The competition is judged solely on their ridding ability, mount, saddlery or costumes will not be taken into account. Special attention will be paid to hands and seat, general management and control of the horse or pony. Competitiors must ride using an ordinary snaffle, single jointed in the center. The mouthpiece must be smooth and made of the same type of metal with or without a cavesson on the noseband. A gear check may take place. Please note:- straight bar snaffle, drop nosebands, whips and spurs are not allowed.

Off The Track OTT Open to all thoroughbreds, unraced or raced, 4 years and over, over 14.2hh who are registered with RISA. Registrations will be check. Racing name to be used where appropriate. When entering if name is different to racing name or if never raced please provide the details (if known). Refer to VAS Website. PRIZES 1st. $50, sash card & RV Prize Pack, 2nd. $20 38

Breaks will be at the discretion of the JUDGES for all Rings JUNIOR JUMPING START TIME : 9a.m. 1. Open to all riders under 15 years. Table A Starting height of obstacles 0.60cm. ENTRY: $5.00. PRIZES: 1st $25, 2nd $10, 3rd $5. 2. Open to all riders 15 years and under 18. Table A Starting height of obstacles 0.60cm. ENTRY: $5.00. PRIZES: 1st $25.00, 2nd $10.00, 3rd $5.00. 3. Open to riders under 15 years. Table A Starting height of obstacles 70cm. ENTRY $5.00. PRIZES 1st $25, 2nd $10, 3rd $5. 4. Open to riders 15 years and under 18. Table A Starting height of obstacles 70cm. ENTRY $5. PRIZES 1st $25, 2nd $10, 3rd $5. 5. Training event. Table A For registered and non registered horses and non affiliated riders eligible, to compete in this class. Under 4 points. Starting height 0.80cm. ENTRY $5.00. PRIZES 1st $25.00, 2nd $10.00, 3rd $5.00. $35.00. Prize Money donated by Debbie and Padge, Bearii

OPEN JUMPING EVENTS Breaks will be at the discretion of the JUDGES for all Rings

START TIME 11.00 a.m. approx. ~ Gradings: As per current EFA requirements. Events judged under FEI Rules. (Event rules on display at Judges Stand.) CLASS 1 - A.R. & T.H. WILLIAMS, HAY SUPPLIERS ,WAAIA ~ SHOW JUMPING EVENT Table A - Under 15 points Starting height of obstacles 60cm. ENTRY: $5 per rider PRIZES: 1st $90, 2nd $50, 3rd $30.Ribbons 1-3.  $100 Donated by A.R. & T.H. Williams Hay Suppliers, Waaia. CLASS 2 - THE PAT HUTCHINS’ MEMORIAL SHOW JUMPING EVENT Table A - Under 40 points Starting height of obstacles 90cm. ENTRY: $5 per rider. PRIZES: 1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd $40, 4th $10 Ribbons 1-4.  $100 Donated by Frances Corry CLASS 3 - THE BILL & PHYLLIS BROADWOOD MEMORIAL CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW JUMPING EVENT. Table A ~ Open ~ Starting height of obstacles 110cm. ENTRY: $8 per rider. PRIZES: 1st $120, 2nd $80, 3rd $50, 4th $20. Ribbons 1- 4. Prize Money & Trophy donated by the Broadwood Family. WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING OUR TRADITIONAL “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU UPHOLD THIS TRADITION AT 2PM 39

~RING 1 ~ Breaks will be at the discretion of the JUDGES for all Rings START TIME 9.00am. ENTRY: $3.00 per event Ribbons to 3rd Place 1. Good Hands- Boys & Girls 10 yrs & under 15 yrs - Additional rules apply. (see page 34) 2. Show Hunter Hack over 15hh & n.e. 15.2hh 3. Show Hunter Hack over 15.2hh & n.e. 16hh 4. Show Hunter Hack over 16hh CHAMPION &RESERVE SHOW HUNTER HACK 5. Novice Hack 6. Open Hack over 15hh & n.e. 15.2hh 7. Open Hack over 15.2hh & n.e. 16hh 8. Open Hack over 16hh & n.e. 16.2hh 9. Open Hack over 16.2hh CHAMPION &RESERVE HACK—CLASSES 6 TO 9 10. Open Rider 18 years & under 21 years 11. Open Rider 21 years and over CHAMPION & RESERVE SENIOR RIDER 12. Open Rider 12 years & under 14 years 13. Open Rider 14 years & under 16 years 14. Open Rider 16 years & under 18 years CHAMPION & RESERVE INTERMEADIATE RIDER 15. Open Rider under 8 years 27. Show Hunter Galloway over 14hh & n.e. 14.2hh 16. Open Rider 8 years & under 10 years 28. Show Hunter Galloway over 14.2hh & n.e. 15hh 17. Open Rider 10 years & under 12 years CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY CHAMPION & RESERVE JUNIOR RIDER 29. Open Galloway over 14hh & n.e. 14.2hh 18. Show Hunter Pony under 12hh 30. Open Galloway over 14.2hh & n.e. 15hh 19. Show Hunter Pony 12hh & n e. 13hh CHAMPION & RESERVE GALLOWAY 20. Show Hunter Pony 13hh & n e. 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER PONY 21. Novice Pony 22. Open Pony under 12hh 23. Open Pony over 12hh & n.e. 12.2hh CHAMPION & RESERVE PONY 24. Open Pony over 12.2hh & n.e. 13hh 25. Open Pony over 13hh & n.e. 13.2hh 26. Open Pony over 13.2hh & n.e. 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE PONY SUPEME CHAMPION EXHIBIT OF SHOW F (Gus) & Lil Grinter Memorial Event $100 CHAMPIONS FROM EACH RING ARE INVITED TO COMPETE AT THE CONCLUSION OF EVENTS JUDGING WILL TAKE PLACE IN RING 3 WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING OUR TRADITIONAL “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU UPHOLD THIS TRADITION AT 2PM

~ RING 2 ~ START TIME 9..00 a.m. ENTRY: $3.00 per event Ribbons to 3rd Place 2. Show Hunter Galloway over 14hh & n.e. 14.2hh 3. Show Hunter Galloway over 14.2 and n.e.15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY 4. Novice Galloway 5. Open Galloway over 14hh & n.e. 14.2hh 6. Open Galloway over 14.2hh & n.e. 15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE GALLOWAY 7. Junior Rider 12yrs & under 14yrs 8. Junior Rider 14yrs & under 16 yrs 9. Junior Rider 16 yrs & under 18 yrs CHAMPION & RESERVE JUNIOR RIDER 10. Show Hunter Hack over 15hh & n.e. 15.2hh 11. Show Hunter Hack over 15.2hh & n.e.16hh 12. Show Hunter Hack over 16hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER HACK 13. Open Hack over 15hh & n.e. 15.2hh 14. Open Hack over 15.2hh & n.e. 16hh Pegg Quil CUSTOM RUGS 15. Open Hack over 16hh 427329544 & REPAIRS CHAMPION & RESERVE OPEN HACK 16. Senior Rider 18 years & under 21 years 17. Senior Rider 21 years & over CHAMPION & RESERVE SENIOR RIDER PEGGSEQUINE 18. Show Hunter Pony under 12hh [email protected] 19. Show Hunter Pony 12hh & ne. 13hh 20. Show Hunter Pony 13hh & ne 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER PONY 21. Open Pony under 12hh 22. Open Pony 12hh & ne. 12.2hh CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN PONY 23. Open Pony over 12.2hh & n.e. 13hh 24. Open Pony over 13hh & n.e. 13.2hh 25. Open Pony over 13.2hh & n.e. 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN PONY OVER 12.2 HH 26. Junior Rider under 8 years 27. Junior Rider 8 years & under 10 years 28. Junior Rider 10 years & under 12 years CHAMPION & RESERVE JUNIOR RIDER SUPREME CHAMPION EXHIBIT OF SHOW F (Gus) & Lil Grinter Memorial Event $100 CAMPIONS FROM EACH RING ARE INVITED TO COMPETE AT THE CONCLUSION OF EVENTS WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING OUR TRADITIONAL “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU UPHOLD THIS TRADITION AT 2PM

~ RING 3 ~ Breaks will be at the discretion of the JUDGES for all Rings START TIME 9..00a.m. ENTRY $3.00 per event Ribbons to 3rd Place 1. Leading rein pony under 12.2hh ridden by a child Under 6 years to be judged on presentation, manners and suitability of pony 2. Leading rein pony under 12.2hh ridden by a child Under 8 years to be judged on presentation, manners and suitability of pony 3. Smartest on Parade Under 12 years 4. Smartest on Parade 12 years and under 16 years 5. Smartest on Parade 16 years and under 18 years 6. Smartest on Parade 18 years and over 7. Novice Show Hunter Pony 8. Show Hunter Pony not over 12hh 9. Show Hunter Pony over 12hh & ne 13hh 10. Show Hunter Pony over 13hh & ne 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER PONY 11. Open Pony not over 12hh 12. Open Pony over 12hh & ne 12.2hh CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN PONY UNDER 12.2HH 13. Open Pony Over 12.2 & ne 13.hh 14. Open Pony Over 13. hh & ne 13.2hh 15. Open pony over 13.2hh & ne 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN LARGE PONY UNDER 14HH 16. Junior Rider Under 8 years 17. Junior Rider 8 & Under 10 years 18. Junior Rider 10 & Under 12 years CHAMPION & RESERVE JUNIOR RIDER 19. Show Hunter Galloway over 14hh & ne 14.2hh 20. Show Hunter Galloway over 14.2hh & ne 15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY 21. Open Galloway over 14hh & ne 14.2hh 22. Open Galloway over 14.2hh & ne 15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE GALLOWAY 23. Show Hunter Hack 15hh & ne 15.2hh WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING 24. Show Hunter Hack over 15.2hh & ne 16hh OUR TRADITIONAL 25. Show Hunter Hack over 16hh CHAMPION & RESERVE SHOW HUNTER HACK “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD 26. Open Hack over 15hh & ne 15.2hh LOVE TO SEE YOU UPHOLD THIS 27. Open Hack over 15.2hh & ne 16hh TRADITION AT 2PM 28. Open Hack over 16hh & ne 16.2hh 29. Open Hack over 16.2hh CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN HACK 30. Intermediate Rider 12 & under 14 years 31. Intermediate 14 & under 16years 32. Intermediate 16 & under 18 years CHAMPION & RESERVE INTERMEADIATE RIDER 33. Open Rider 18 & under 21 years 34. Open Rider 21 years & over CHAMPION & RESERVE OPEN RIDER

SUPREME CHAMPION EXHIBIT OF SHOW F (Gus) & Lil Grinter Memorial Event $100 CHAMPIONS FROM EACH RING ARE INVITED TO COMPETE AT THE CONCLUSION OF EVENTS IN RING 3

HARNESS SADDLERY & PACK HORSE EQUIPMENT GENERAL SADDLERY P: 5867 3224 HARNESSE: [email protected] SADDLERY & PACK HORSE EQUIPMENT GENERAL SADDLERY P: 5867 3224 E: [email protected] 4 ~ NATHALIA CLYDESDALE CLASSIC CLYDESDALE, LIGHT HARNESS & FARM HORSE SECTION START TIME 9.30am ENTRY: $5.00. PRIZES: 1st $20.00, 2nd $15.00, 3rd $10.00. 1. Stallion 3 years and over. 2. Colt, 2 years Carriage Horse Driving 3. Gelding under 6 years 4. Gelding 6 years and over. Trials Club 5.Mare 4 years and over. Showing, Combined Driving, Dressage, 6.Filly, 2 and 3 years Pleasure, Instruction days. 7.Filly 1 year New members welcome contact M. Byers CHAMPION & RESERVE STALLION Ph 0431 598 538 CHAMPION & RESERVE GELDING CHAMPION & RESERVE FEMALE SUPREME CHAMPION CLYDESDALE 8. Mare or Gelding driven in long reins (Farm horse or Clydesdale). 9. Pair (Mare or Gelding) driven in long reins. 10. Light delivery (Mare or Gelding) driven in vehicle. 11. Medium delivery to be driven in a vehicle. 12. Heavy delivery driven in a vehicle. CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION DELIVERY HORSE. . LIGHT HARNESS -Heavy Harness Horses not eligible for this section. STEWARDS: ENTRY: $5.00 PRIZES: 1st $20.00 2nd $15.00 3rd $10.00 Ribbons 1-3 Start approx. 1:00pm 13. Novice Horse or Pony. 14. Non Hackney under 12.2 hands 15. Non Hackney 12.2 and under 14 hands. 16. Non Hackney 14 hands and over. 17. Miniature Pony & Shetland Pony in harness CHAMPION & RESERVE HARNESS HORSE OR PONY. 18. Hackney under 14 hands. 19. Hackney 14 hands and over. CHAMPION & RESERVE HACKNEY IN 20. Junior driver 17years and under (Delivery and Heavy horse accepted). 21. Viceroy turnout. 22. Jinker or Buggy turnout. 23. Pleasure Turnout. 24. CDE. turnout - Singles, Pairs or Teams. CHAMPION & RESERVE TURNOUT $20 Cash, Donated by Shepparton & District Harness Horse & Vehicle Society. WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING OUR TRADITIONAL “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD LOVE TO 43

RING 5 ~ Led Breaks will be at the discretion of the JUDGES for all Rings START TIME: 9.00a.m. ENTRY $3- Ribbons to 3rd Place LED OPEN PONIES 1. Pony Mare or filly 12hh & under 2. Pony Male 12hh & under 3. Pony Mare or filly over 12hh & ne 14hh 4. Pony Male over 12hh & ne 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE LED PONY Pegg Quil CUSTOM RUGS LED OPEN GALLOWAYS 5. Galloway Mare or filly over 14hh & ne 15hh 427329544 & REPAIRS 6. Galloway Male over 14hh & ne 15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE LED GALLOWAY

LED OPEN HORSES 7. Mare or Filly over 15hh & ne 16hh PEGGSEQUINE 8. Male over 15hh & ne 16hh 9. Mare or Filly 16hh & over [email protected] 10. Male 16hh & over CHAMPION & RESERVE OPEN LED HORSE OVER 15 HDS LED BREED PONIES/HORSES Thoroughbred Australian Pony 11. Led Male 21. Led Male 12. Led Female 22. Led Female Standardbred Arabian 13. Led Male 23. Led Male 14. Led Female 24. Led Female Welsh Pony Part Welsh 15. Led Male 25. Led Male 16. Led Female 26. Led Female Riding Pony Stockhorse 17. Led Male 27. Led Male 18. Led Female 28. Led Female Warmblood Shetland 19. Led Male 29. Led Male 20. Led Female 30. Led Female CHAMPION & RESERVE LED MALE FROM CLASSES 11,13,15,17,19,21,23,25, 27,29 CHAMPION & RESERVE LED FEMALE FROM CLASSES 12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26, 28,30 SUPREME CHAMPION LED HORSE OF SHOW FROM CLASSES 1 TO 30 SPONSORED BY PEGGS EQUINE $100 VOUCHER 31. Ridden Thoroughbred 32. Ridden Standardbred 33. Ridden Welsh 34. Ridden Riding Pony 35. Ridden Warmblood 36. Ridden Australian 37. Ridden Arabian 38. Ridden Part Welsh 39. Ridden Stockhorse 40. Ridden Shetland CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN REGISTERED BREED FROM CLASSES 31-40 WE TAKE PRIDE IN RETAINING OUR TRADITIONAL “GRAND PARADE” AND WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU UPHOLD THIS TRADITION AT 2PM 44

PONY CLUB RING Breaks will be at the discretion of the JUDGES for all Rings Judging commences at 9.00 a.m. ENTRY $3 per class Ribbons to 3rd place Enter on show day at the Bunbartha Pony club table near the Pony Club ring - not the main horse ticket shed JUDGE TBA STEWARDS Bunbartha Pony Club members Pony Club Rules apply to all events in this ring. PC cards will be inspected. Pony Club uniform including PCAV approved helmet required Only PCAV approved snaffle bits allowed Riders under 8 years of age may be led

1. Best presented 8 years and under 2. Best presented 9 years and under 12 years 3. Best presented 12 years and under 15 years 4. Best Presented 15years and over 5. Pleasure pony under 12 hh 6. Pleasure pony 12.1hh to 14 hh 7. Pleasure Galloway not over 15 hh 8. Pleasure Hack 9. PC rider 8 years and under 10. PC rider 9 years and under 12years 11. PC rider 12 years and under 15 years 12. PC rider 15 years and over PC mount will be judged as an activity course 13. PC mount 8 years and under 14. PC mount 9 years and under 12 years 15. PC mount 12 years and under 15 years 16. PC mount 15 years and over Pairs not necessarily from same club 17. Pair of riders 10 years and under 18. Pair of riders 11 years and under 15 years 19. Pair of riders 15 years and over PC handler is a led class 20. PC handler 8 years and under 21. PC handler 9 years and under 12 years 22. PC handler 12 years and under 15 years 23. PC handler 15 years and over 24. Bareback rider 10 years and under 25. Bareback rider under 15 years 26. Bareback rider 15 years and over 27. Fancy dress 10 years and under 28. Fancy dress 11 years and under 15 years 29. Fancy dress 15 years and over

An Aggregate award will be made based on a points system 1st 3 pts, 2nd 2 pts, 3rd 1pt. Points will be added up during the Fancy dress classes (which will not be included in the tally) and prizes presented at the conclusion of the classes. All riders are asked to ride in the Grand Parade at 2pm. Please meet near the PC ring in full gear at 1.45 ready to enter the parade as a team.

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