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Some of the original posts from the arena were then used to make a memorial to the Bear family, and the foundation members who worked together in its construction. Ron and Peter Bear originally supplied all of the red gum fence posts and 9’ planks which made the arena fence. Peter Bear unveiled the red gum memorial and accepted a smaller memorial on behalf of his father Ron, which was a small section of the original fence with matching plaque, but quite heavy.
Annie Boyd and Annlee Slow Burn Q-101473 in Select Amateur Hunter Under Saddle
The Loddon Shire Mayor Dan Straub, attended the afternoon tea and helped our club president Carlie Turnbull cut the delicious 50th Anniversary cake made by Lindee Frost. It was cut and then some of our junior members took it around ensuring that every-one had the opportunity of sampling a piece. This included spectators, competitors, and even those at their goosenecks and floats far away from the club rooms. They did a great job.
We were very fortunate to have many Sponsors who supported this show contributing towards the costs, as well as providing many lovely prizes for the competitors and the raffle. This included many competitors who bought some goodies along and add-ed them on the weekend after the thank you lists were printed. These are all much appreciated and certainly added to the fun of the raffle Saturday night.
Denise MacCallum and JTM Lazy No Doubt Q-85251, in Ranch Riding
DP Sultry Machine Q-94732 show by Carol Elliot in Select Amateur Trail
Annie Boyd riding Annlee Been Waitn On Me Q-96469 in Ranch Riding
2026 AQHA JANUARY / FEBRUARY ISSUE