Herefords Australia National Youth Expo
proudly sponsored by RAFF group and Virbac
Hosted by
H.Q.Y.A
Herefords Queensland Youth Association
COMPETITOR ENTRY FORM
Who: Anyone Aged 7 - 25 Years
Where: Pittsworth Showgrounds, QLD
When: Thursday 29th June to Sunday 2nd July 2017
Contacts:
President – Kate Reid
Vice Pres. – Anna Forrest
Secretary – Meg Reid
Treasurer – Jamie Hollis
Ph: 0438 973 887
Ph: 0402 167 874
Ph: 0477 142 667
Ph: 0487 469 371
Arrival: Thursday 29th June 2017
Showgrounds will be open Thursday morning
Registrations and allocations 4.00 p.m Thursday
Entry Fee: $90 (Member)
$123 (Non-member)
Competitor Entry Form Due: Monday 29th May
Cattle Entries Close: Friday 16th June
Please send to: Meg Reid, 1392 Nicol Creek Road, Millmerran QLD 4357
(please allow for at least a weeks postal time)
Or [email protected]
Conditions of Entry
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Minimum age – participants must be 7 years of age.
Maximum age is 25. Participants turning 25 in the
year of the event will be eligible irrespective of the
event being held after their actual birthday. Proof
of age may be called.
Participants are required to pay an entry fee of
$90.00 (members) or $123 (non-member) for first
entry and $10.00 for further entries. This includes
membership, merchandise, insurance and meals on
Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Animal Age limits – Bulls must be over 6 months
and under 16 months of age at 1st July 2017 led by
competitors 16 yrs and over. Heifers must be over
6 months and under 24 months of age at 1st July
2017. Cows must have been shown previously as a
heifer at a Heifer Junior Show. Calves on cows
must be registered and 9 months and under.
All heifers, bulls and cows must be registered with
the Society and commercial heifers led
heifers//steers must be milk tooth and must be
pure Herefords or have a minimum of 50% Hereford
infusion.
All registered animals must be legibly tattooed with
the tattoo and symbol in one ear. Herefords
Australia inspection standards will apply.
All cattle must have a readable NLIS tag.
All exhibits must have an acceptable temperament
and be broken to lead – nose clips are compulsory.
Neck straps to be worn in stall. Rings in bull over 12
months old.
The maximum number of exhibits per participant is
three not including calves on cows.
All exhibits during the show must be attended by
the competitor if competent.
Adult assistance will only be allowed where
deemed
necessary
for
safety
reasons.
Inexperienced participants should be accompanied
by an adult or matched with an experienced junior.
Please advise the committee of these arrangements
on the check list form.
Exhibitors must wear their supplied bibs at all times.
Stud advertising is allowed within the cattle stall
areas above in which their cattle reside. Show
sponsors are allowed to present banners etc.
around the outside of the ring.
Classes for competitors will be determined after
the entries close.
14. Dress: long trousers/jeans shirt, jumper or
windcheater, hat and stock boots. Note:Sandshoes, sneakers or thongs are not permitted.
White coats or jackets are not permitted. Ties and
scarves are allowed. HQYA will supply your
merchandise.
Please
supply
your
size/
measurements on form where indicated.
15. All competitors enter at their own risk. Insurance
and personal public liability are the responsibility of
the youth Show participant.
16. Any complaints must be forwarded in writing to the
Herefords Queensland Youth Association. No
verbal complaints will be accepted.
17. Exhibitors/cattle donors must supply their own
cattle feed and equipment.
18. No dogs will be allowed on the grounds.
19. Clipping chutes will be allowed in designated areas.
20. Showers and camping space available on the
grounds. This will incur a cost. Please indicate how
many camping on the check list.
21. Cattle bedding will be supplied.
22. Health status of all exhibits must conform with the
District Veterinary Officer’s requirements and
documents as to full status must be available on
the day.
23. High schools, school project clubs and rural youth
clubs etc. are eligible to participate and every
endeavour will be made to assist such groups in
obtaining a suitable animal. To assist the committee
please indicate your requirements on the entry
form with your nominations.
24. Calves to be restrained at all times otherwise
tethered by committee.
25. The Committee reserves the right to organize the
animals and participants into appropriate groups
after receiving entries taking into consideration
sizes of groups. Such grouping will be given out at
registrations.
Awards & Prizes
All Youth Placings are judged to 6th place with encouragement ribbons given to remaining participants in young
groups.
YOUTH AWARDS:
MOST POTENTIAL HEREFORD BREEDER
PARADERS COMPETITION - Grand Champion & Reserve Champion
JUNIOR JUDGING COMPETITION - Grand Champion & Reserve Champion
PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITION - Grand Champion & Reserve Champion
HERDSMAN COMPETITION – Grand Champion & Reserve Champion.
QUEENSLAND AMBASSADOR AWARD
ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD FOR EACH GROUP and NOVICE AWARD FOR EACH GROUP.
INTERSTATE COMPETITION – Overall National Champion
CATTLE AWARDS:
COMMERCIAL HEIFER CLASS – minimum 50% Hereford, milk tooth, heifer bred for longevity within a commercial herd
as a productive cow producing calves annually. Approximate date of birth.
LEAD HEIFER/STEER CLASSES – Open to all milk tooth purebred steers/heifers or steers/heifers with a minimum of 50%
purebred Hereford infusion, must have white face characteristics.
HEIFER AND BULL CLASSES - Heifers must be over 6 months and under 24 months of age at 1st July 2017. Bulls must be
over 6 months and under 16 months of age at 1st July 2017 led by competitors 16 yrs and over.
FUTURITY CLASSES – A female that has been previously shown at a Heifer Show.
GRAND CHAMPION HEIFER - This is judged upon all heifer champions. The futurity cow cannot be judged in this class
but can participate in the Supreme Champion.
SUPREME CHAMPION ANIMAL OF THE JUNIOR HEIFER SHOW - will be judged from grand champion bull, commercial
heifer, lead heifer/ steer, heifer and cow.
Provisional Program (Subject to change)
Thursday 29th June 2017
3.00 p.m. –
4.00 p.m.
6.30 p.m.
7.00 p.m.
8.30 p.m.
Friday 30th June 2017
6.30 a.m.
7.45 a.m.
8.00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
2.00 p.m.
5.00 p.m.
6.00 p.m.
7.00 p.m.
9.00 p.m.
Saturday 1st July 2017
6.30 a.m.
7.45 a.m.
8.00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
2.00 p.m.
5.00 p.m.
6.00 p.m.
9.00 p.m.
Sunday 2nd July 2017
6.00 a.m.
8.00 a.m.
1.00 p.m.
2.30 p.m.
Cattle in by 3.00pm
Have cattle washed and settled
Registration and Allocations
Meet, Greet and Pizza
Activities
Check cattle -- bedtime for participants
Breakfast
Attend to cattle
Muster at main tent
Tour to Abattoir
Tour to Feedlot
Lunch
Demonstrations and information sessions
Feed-up and settle cattle
BBQ Dinner
HQYA AGM
Bedtime for participants.
Breakfast
Attend to cattle
Muster at main tent
Paraders Competition
Demonstrations and information sessions.
Lunch
Junior Judging
Feed-up and settle cattle
Evening function – Sponsor DInner and Auction
Bedtime for participants.
Breakfast
Attend to cattle
Cattle Preparation
Cattle Classes
Lunch
Awards and Presentations
Competitor Entry Form Due: Monday 29th May
Name: ________________________________________________ DOB: _____________________
Email: ________________________________________________ Phone: ____________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Experience: ______________________________________________________________________
Need to borrow and animal? Yes/No
Merchandise Size: _________________________________________________________________
Herefords Australia Youth Membership Number*: _______________________________________
Name: ________________________________________________ DOB: _____________________
Email: ________________________________________________ Phone: ____________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Experience: ______________________________________________________________________
Need to borrow and animal? Yes/No
Merchandise Size: _________________________________________________________________
Herefords Australia Youth Membership Number*: _______________________________________
Name: ________________________________________________ DOB: _____________________
Email: ________________________________________________ Phone: ____________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Experience: ______________________________________________________________________
Need to borrow and animal? Yes/No
Merchandise Size: _________________________________________________________________
Herefords Australia Youth Membership Number*: _______________________________________
*If you do not have a Youth Membership Number then please fill out the attached Herefords
Australia Youth Membership Form and return to the following address – please note you will not
be able to attend if you are not a member of Herefords Australia Youth;
Herefords Australia, Locked Bag 7, Armidale NSW 2350
Email: [email protected]
Merchandise
Size Guide: Refer to BIZ Collection style Formal Jacket: J307L
http://b2bclothing.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&filter_name=J307L&product_i
d=605
Kids
06
08
10
12
14
16
Womens
8
10
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16
18
Mens
XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
N.B. Please note adults are welcome to purchase merchandise. A payment of $72.00 is to
be attached to this entry and size noted with entry form due 29th May. Merchandise orders
after this date will not be able to be processed.
Camping
Camping is available at the showgrounds, alternatively there are accommodation options in
Pittsworth. Cost: $20/site (max 6 people)
Pittsworth Accommodation
Pittsworth Motor Inn
Pittsworth Hotel Motel
Pittsworth Shady Rest (caravan park)
51 Helens St, Pittsworth QLD 4356
114 Yandilla St, Pittsworth QLD 4356
1 McIntyre St, Pittsworth QLD 4356
(07) 4693 2888
(07) 4693 1999
(07) 4693 1440
Meals
Thursday night
Friday night
Saturday night
Meet, Greet Pizza ($6 for non-competitor)
BBQ – quality steak will be provided ($6 for non-competitor)
Held at Pittsworth Showgrounds in Pavilion.
Catered for by outside caterers. Nibbles, dinner and dessert included!
GF options available!
Please indicate how many people on the payment form
– N.B Competitors included in entry –
Adults $35.00 each, children 4-10yrs $20.00 each, under 4 yrs free
There will be a canteen catering for the weekend with breakfast, lunch and in between meals available
throughout the day on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Adult (non-competitor) meal deal (please book on payment form prior to event):
$45 – covers Thursday, Friday and Saturday dinners!!
Payment
Total Amount Paid (Include with entry)
$
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Made up as follows:
Description
No.
Unit Price
Competitor
(N.B Non-Member: $33 membership money to
Herefords Australia)
90.00
Extra Animal
10.00
Extra Merchandise
72.00
Extra Meals for Family/Friends
(Not including competitor)
- Meal Deal
- Inc. Thursday, Friday and Saturday Night
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Only Saturday Dinner
Total
(adult/child
over 10) $45
(child under
10) $27
(adult) $35
(child under
10) $20
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Other
Camping
$20/site
Total
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Cheque: Made payable to Herefords Queensland Youth Association
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Direct Debit (Reference: First initial and surname of competitor)
Herefords Queensland Youth Association
BSB. 062-574
Account no. 10 25 71 44
Date of payment: _________________________ Receipt Number: __________________________
RSVP: Number of attendees at Saturday Night Formal Dinner ……………..
(Including possible siblings/ grandparents etc. Not including participants)
Medical Form
I……………………………..give permission for the Herefords Queensland Youth Association to seek
medical assistance if required for my Son/daughter …………………………………………….if required at any
time during the proceedings of the Show.
Signed…………………………………………………………Date…………………………………
Being over the age of 18 (competitors) I …………………………………….give my permission for the
Herefords Queensland Youth Association to seek medical assistance at any time during the
proceedings of the show.
Signed…………………………………………………..Date………………………………………
Please fill in the following:Tetanus
Yes
No
Allergies
Yes
No
How long ago?
Details……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Does your child have any other medical conditions? If so please indicate below:-
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Special Dietary Requirements:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Medicare Number
In the event of an emergency I ………………………………give my permission for the HQYA to contact
the ambulance service at their discretion.
Parent/Guardian - Signed………………………………………………………………...Date…………………………
Photograph Consent Form
I ________________________ give Herefords Queensland Youth Association (HQYA) consent to
reproduce my child’s/ children’s (if under the age of 18) _______________________________
photograph in newsletters and or newspaper publications. The material may appear printed or
electronic form and may be available to a global audience on the World Wide Webb and or
facebook. I authorize the use or reproduction of the photograph by HQYA for promotion purposes
without acknowledgement and without being entitled to payment. The copyright ownership of the
photograph will be retained by HQYA and the photographer. I understand and agree that if I wish
to withdraw this authorization, it will be my responsibility to notify the committee prior to the
day’s event.
Conditions of Entry for Minors
In consideration of Herefords Australia National Youth Expo acceptance of the entry
from……………………………………………………………………… (“The Minor”) into the Junior Show, I,
……………………………………………………………………………… the legal Parent/Guardian of
……………………………………………………………………... hereby waive, release, forever discharge and hold
harmless Queensland Herefords Youth Association and its officers, agents, employees and
representatives from any and all liability and responsibility for any and all loss, damage, harm or
other personal injury to the Minor including death, or other damage to any animal or property
under my control arising from the participation in the Herefords Australia National Youth Expo.
I understand and acknowledge the entry and participation in the Youth Expo and that the Minors’
participation may involve working with animals, plant and equipment in a potentially hazardous
manner.
I further acknowledge that I am responsible for the Minors’ participation in this Youth Expo and
that handling animals and using such plant, equipment and machinery involves special dangers to
Minors of which I am aware.
I hereby agree to assume and accept any and all responsibility and risks of the Minors’ personal
injury, including death as a result of the Minors’ participation in this Junior Show. I further
acknowledge that I have been cautioned by Herefords Queensland Youth Association of the
obvious risks and dangers to Minors involved in the Herefords Australia National Youth Expo and
that I have read and understood these terms and conditions of entry as applicable to the Minors’
participation in this Youth Expo.
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Signature of Parent/Guardian of the Minor
Date: _________________
Parent/Guardian Information (if participant under 18 years)
Parent / Guardian Name: ___________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________
State:________________
Postcode:____________
Home Phone: ( ) __________________________ Fax: ( )
__________________________________
Mobile: _________________________
Email:____________________________________________
Parent / Guardian if under 18: _______________________________________________________
I have read, understood and agree to abide by the Conditions of Entry and cannot hold the
Herefords Queensland Youth Association liable at any cost.