101st Annual Mitchell Show 2017
15th & 16th. May 2017
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INDEX
District Map ............................................................................................................................... 2
MEMBERSHIPS ........................................................................................................................... 4
OFFICE BEARERS 2017 ................................................................................................................ 4
2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM .................................................................................... 6
RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY INC. .............................................. 7
SECTION 1 - RING EVENTS ........................................................................................................... 9
MONDAY .................................................................................................................. 9
TUESDAY ............................................................................................................... 13
SHOW JUMPING ........................................................................................................... 16
SECTION 2 - SHEEP.................................................................................................................... 18
SECTION 3 - WOOL ................................................................................................................... 20
PAIRS OF BULLS
22
SECTION 4 - STUD CATTLE – ALL BREEDS ................................................................................. 23
SECTION 5 - LED STEER/HEIFER
24
SECTION 6 – COMMERCIAL CATTLE ........................................................................................... 27
SECTION 8 - BIRDS & POULTRY ................................................................................................ 29
PAVILION ................................................................................................................................. 33
PAVILION REGULATIONS ........................................................................................... 33
SECTION 10 – HANDIWORK ...................................................................................................... 34
SECTION 11 – HOUSEHOLD ....................................................................................................... 37
SECTION 12 - SWEETS AND PRESERVES ..................................................................................... 40
SECTION 13 - FARM AND GARDEN ............................................................................................ 40
SECTION 14 - HORTICULTURE.................................................................................................... 42
SECTION 15 - CUT FLOWERS...................................................................................................... 43
SECTION 16 – ROSES ................................................................................................................. 44
SECTION 17 - POT PLANTS ........................................................................................................ 45
SECTION 18 – ART .................................................................................................................... 46
SECTION 19—PHOTOGRAPHY ................................................................................................... 48
SECTION 20 – SCHOOLWORK .................................................................................................... 49
ENTRY FORM............................................................................................................................ 50
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MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY INC
101st ANNUAL SHOW
MEMBERSHIPS
Ordinary:
Double $25.00
Single $15.00
Pensioners:
Double $14.00
Single $8.00
Membership entitles a member to enter on all days of the show.
School children 15 years and under, are included in the membership. One free car park
will be issued with membership ticket/tickets. Memberships are due and payable on or
before the last Friday prior to the show.
NON MEMBERS ENTRY FEE:
MONDAY:
Day One
Adults:
TUESDAY:
$10
Children:
Free
Day Two
Adults:
$15
Children
$6
Pensioners:
$8
Pensioners:
Proof of pension eligibility may be requested.
$8
SECRETARY’S OFFICE: The show office will be open at Showground, for 1 week prior to
the show.
POSTAL ADDRESS:
PO Box 105, Mitchell Qld 4465
Email:
[email protected]
Site bookings:
[email protected]
SHOWGROUNDS: Ph 0427232787
PATRON:
Mobile 0488439588 (President)
Mr. Robert Lethbridge
LIFE MEMBERS:
Mrs. E.A. Hartnell
Mrs. E. Taylor
Mrs. J. Blacket
Mrs. J. Harkin
Mr. R. Lethbridge
Mrs. M. Noon
Mrs. M. Kerslake
Mrs. H. Brumpton
Mrs. L. Morris
Mr. E. Sharp
Mr. W. McLean
Mr.Steven Hancock
Mr. W. Saul
Mrs. D. Saul
Mr.Phillip Sommerville
Mr. Shane Reiser
Mr. Lex Mason
Mrs. Helen Mason
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OFFICE BEARERS 2017
PRESIDENT:
Mr. Steve Hancock
46231144
VICE PRESIDENTS:
Mr. David Sullivan
JUNIOR VICE President
Mr. Jason Schafer
PAST PRESIDENT:
Mr. Kent Morris
SECRETARY
Mrs. Lainie Morris
0427232787
TREASURER:
Mrs. Christine McLean
46232659
PUBLICITY OFFICER
Ms. Jane Cornish
46236559
STEWARDS
RING MASTERS:
Shane Reiser
RING ANNOUNCER:
Neale Stuart, Walter Mclean, & Seamus Filan
LIAISON OFFICER:
Kent Morris
RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICERS
Kent Morris
46232696
0746232787
GROUND STEWARDS:
Kent Morris
Ring:
Suzie Sheppard
0428237179
WOOL:
David Sullivan
46236559
SHEEP:
Nigel Brumpton
46231430
PAVILION:
Rhonda Mansfield
POULTRY:
Jason Schafer & Peter Sallway
46231812
GATE KEEPERS:
Bill & Diane Saul
46232683
MARSHALLING YARD:
Lex & Helen Mason & Ken Symes
OFFICIAL MEASURER:
Shane Reiser
RING COMMITTEE:
Steve Hancock, Suzie Sheppard & Shane Reiser
GRAND PARADE:
Warren Wilson, Walter McLean,
LIFE MEMBER COMMITTEE
H. Brumpton, R. Lethbridge, Estelle Taylor
SHOWGIRL COORDINATOR
Jane Cornish
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46232696
MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY Inc.
PO BOX 105, Mitchell QLD 4465
2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
I/We wish to become a member/s of the above society:
ORDINARY:
PENSIONER:
Double $25
Double $14
Single $15
Single $ 8
NAME___________________________________________________________
CHILDREN
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS
________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________Postcode……………..
Phone No_______________Email Address……………………………………………………..
• Double membership entitles children 15 yrs & under admission to
grounds.
• Parking will be available to members on the show grounds.
• Membership ticket/s will be checked on entry to grounds.
• Please circle membership choice, add names of any children and
return with payment, following which ticket/s and receipt will be
returned by post.
• Application for membership closes the Friday before show.
• Would you like notice of meetings? Please advise, If so how Email
or Phone/Fax. please provide email address/ phone no above
Total enclosed $______________________
Thank you!
Lainie Morris, Secretary
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RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY INC.
1. Please Note: The Mitchell Show Society reserves the right to Change the programme at
the Judges digression. In the event that a class has large numbers the Judge has the right
to divide the class into two groups as he or she sees fit. The Committee reserves the right
to cancel or alter the conditions of entry of any event due to insufficient nominations. No
person will be allowed in the vicinity of the Judge during Judging other than the Stewards
and attendants in charge of the stock, who shall not be allowed to communicate with the
Judges other than through the Stewards. Penalty for breach of this rule shall be forfeiture
of their claim to any prize.
2. Acceptance of Entries: The attention of intending exhibitors is drawn to the fact that
entries are accepted subject to the rules of the Queensland Chamber of Agricultural
Societies and to the Constitution and Rules of the Society in addition to any special
regulations which appear within this schedule.
3. Chief Steward: The Chief Steward Shall have the final say in all decisions regarding
any event and entrance into events
4. Any Competitor or persons associated displaying disruptive or offensive behaviour at
the digression of the Chief Steward will be asked to leave the grounds immediately and
excluded from participating in any further events.
5. Ring Stewards: Have the right to reject any animal entered, which, in their opinion,
would be likely to endanger competitors or Society property. Judges may withhold prizes
and Champion honours if, in their opinion, exhibits are not worthy of a prize.
6. Horse and Rider Safety: The Committee will not be responsible for any injury to stock,
or damage to equipment or gear. Competitors ride at their own risk. Each Competitor must
acknowledge that it is a condition of acceptance of their nomination that the Mitchell Show
Society Inc. will not be responsible in any respect for injury, loss or damage, personally or
otherwise which may be suffered by them in consequence of or in any way arising out of
their attendance at or participation in the Show. He/she must agree for themselves, the
executors and administrators to the Mitchell Show Society Inc. and its members in respect
to any such claim.
7. Biosecurity: Mitchell Show Grounds are Biosecurity controlled.
8. All entries are required to conform with Biosecurity Regulations – A Horse Health
Declaration MUST forwarded to the Secretary’s Office prior to entering the Ring.
9. Nominations: Nomination will be by way of ticket system. Tickets will be available at
the marshalling yards at 7:00am on Monday. Competitor must hand the Ring Steward
Nomination Tickets before entry into the Class. Unused Nomination Tickets may be
refunded at marshalling yards before 5:00 pm Tuesday.
10. Disputes and Protests: If you have a dispute or protest, all disputes must be in
writing and submitted to the Secretary’s Office with a non refundable deposit of $100.00
within 2 hours of the completion of the event in question. If the Committee considers the
protest frivolous, the deposit may be forfeited. On hearing of all protests and disputes
arising out of the award, the committee will abide by the Judge’s book unless it to be
shown that the Judges have been wilfully of accidently misled. Disputes Committee’s
decision is final.
11. Marshalling: Competitors are responsible for being ready for each class.
12. Classifications and Definitions: Horses are either a Show Hack or a Show Hunter
for the duration of the Show they may not compete in both. Once you have competed as a
hack or hunter led or ridden you CANNOT change classes.
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13. Horse Registrations and Society Memberships – proof of current membership and
horse registration papers must be presented for the request of breed or society classes. All
horses competing in registered breed society classes must be registered and proof of
registration must be presented on request.
14. Novice Class: any entry that has not won an Open class at an affiliated Show.
15. Open: Open to any Horse/Galloway/Pony.
16. Measuring: The Official Measurer will be on the grounds from 7:00 am on Monday the
15th of May. Certificates must be produced if requested. (1/2 inch will be allowed for shoes
on shod horses).
17. Height of a Pony: Up to and not exceeding 14HH.
18. Height of a Galloway: Over 14HH and not exceeding15HH.
19. Height of a Horse: Over 15HH.
20. District: All residents, and Horses of the Maranoa Regional Council. Competitors and
horses must reside in the Shire for three months prior to the Mitchell Show.
21. Stallions: All Stallions must be handled by competitors over the age of 18 years old.
Stallions must have two forms of restraint if left unattended.
22. Showjumping: To be run under EA Rules.
23. Any horse/rider combination may only compete in a maximum of three classes for the
DAY of competition.
24. EA Approved Helmets must be worn at all times of competition.
25. A competitor is eligible for Junior Jumping up to the year of their 18th Birthday as per
Calender Year (up to 31st of December).
26. Helmet Rules: All Competitors Must wear EA Approved Helmet at all times whilst on
the Mitchell Show Grounds for the duration of the Show – including warm up, marshalling,
and during all classes. With EXCEPTION of SENIOR competitors in the ridden ASHS
classes of 16 to 19 and Working Station Horse Classes 80 to 81.
27. Current EA Helmet Standards as at 1st January 2017.
28. AS/NZS 3838: Australian Standards current (2006 onwards) provided they are SAI
Global Marked.
29. ARB HS 2012: Australian Standard new provided they are Global Marked.
30. ASTM F1163: American Standard current (2004a or 04a onwards) provided they
are SEI marked or SNELL E2001.
31. PAS 015: British Standard current (1998 or 2011) provided they are BSI marked
Kitemarked.
32. VG1: European Standard Interim(01.040:2014-12) with or without Kitemark.
33. Stabling: Please contact Secretary: Lanie Morris : 46232787 Cost - $10.00 per
stable for the duration of the Show.
34. It is advised that all competitors become members of The Mitchell Show Society
Inc. – to be covered by Public Liability Insurance . ( Personal of Professional Liability
Insurance). Notice from the National Insurance Program: All persons competing in any
event at the Mitchell Show including Showjumping, Hacks, Ponies, Led ect. Must be a
member of the EFA, Mitchell Show Society Inc, or Pony Club Association - and be able to
show proof of membership to be covered by Public Liability Insurance, (Personal or
Professional Liability Insurance) or pay a levy of $4.50 per day per competitor to ensure
cover before they can compete.
35. Pony Club Classes: Pony Club ruling of one horse/one rider applies in all Pony
Club Classes. Open to all Pony Club Members Poof of age and Financial Membership
may be requested.
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36. DOGS : ALL DOGS MUST BE RESTRAINED AT ALL TIMES.
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Membership of the Mitchell Show Society Inc.
Double $25.00 - Single $15.00
This is compulsory policy for any show or club engaging in any Horse
Sport.
21. HORSE STALLS: $10 PER HORSE per STALL for the duration of the SHOW.
Ring Events - Monday
Ring Events
8.00 am Start
Ring Master : Mr Shane Reiser
Monday 15th – Ring 1
Entry Fee $4
Led Thoroughbreds
Class 1 Led Thoroughbred Stallion/Colt or Gelding 1st-$12 2nd-$8 3rd-$5
Class 2 Led Thoroughbred Mare or Filly 1st-$12 2nd-$8 3rd-$5
* Champion - Sash, Trophy donated by Mrs Helen Naylor
* Reserve Champion
Led ANSA
Class 3 Led ANSA Stallion/Colt or Gelding 1st-$30 2nd-$15 3rd-$10
Class 4 Led ANSA Mare of Filly 1st-$30 2nd-$15 3rd-$10
* Champion Sash donated by ANSA
* Reserve Champion
Australian Stock Horse
Class 5 Led ASH Stallion/Colt or Gelding 1st-$30 2nd-$15 3rd-$10
Class 6 Led ASH Mare or Filly 1st-$30 2nd-$15 3rd-$10
* Champion Sash Sponsored by Mrs J. Campbell
* Reserve Champion
Quarter Horses
Class 7 Led Quarter Horse Stallion/Colt or Gelding 1st-$7 2nd-$3
Class 8 Led Quarter Horse Mare or Filly 1st-$7 2nd-$3
* Champion Sash
* Reserve Champion
Station Horse – Proudly Sponsored By Mrs Elizabeth Geary
Class 9 Led Station Horse Stallion/Colt or Gelding 1st-$7 2nd-$5 3rd-$3
Class 10 Led Station Horse Mare or Filly 1st-$7 2nd-$5 3rd-$3
* Champion
* Reserve Champion
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Show Hunters Horses competing in Hunter Classes will remain Hunters for the duration of
the Show
Class 11 Led Show Hunter Pony NE 14hh
Class 12 Led Show Hunter Galloway 14hh- NE 15hh
Class 13 Led Show Hunter Horse 15hh- NE 16hh
Class 14 Led Show Hunter Horse over 16hh
* Champion
* Reserve Champion
Supreme Led Exhibit
Champions from Thoroughbred, ANSA , ASH AQHA, Station Horse, Show Hunter, All
Other Breeds, ASP, ARP, Welsh, and Show Horse eligible.
Sash & Trophy Rug donated by Mrs W Wilson
Class 15 Junior Handler under 17 years. Horse may be ASH or Station Horse 1st -$30
2nd-$15 3rd-$10 sponsored by Mrs J Campbell
Ridden Australian Stock Horses Classes
Entry Fee $4
Registered Horses and financial members of the ASHS
Class 16 ASH Hack Gelding 1st-$20 2nd -$12 3rd-$8
Class 17 ASH Hack Mare or Filly 1st-$20 2nd-$12 3rd-$8
* Champion Sash
* Reserve Champion
Class 18 ASH Working Stallion or Gelding 1st-$30 2nd-$12 3rd-$10
Class 19 ASH Working Mare or Filly 1st-$30 2nd-$12 3rd-$10
* Champion Sash, Trophy Hand Plaited Reins donated by Rory Sheppard
* Reserve Champion
High Point ASH Award
To be judged on the basis that 1st = 3 points; 2nd = 2 points; 3rd = 1 point from all
ASH classes.
In the event of a tie a count back of firsts & if necessary seconds shall be made and
if necessary a further workout may be deemed necessary.
Trophy Donated by Allcannons Stockhorses
SG and SE Sheppard
Show Hunter Ridden
Entry Fee $4
Prize Money for following Classes
1st-$7 2nd-$5 3rd-$3
Horses competing in Hunter Classes will be deemed as Show Hunters for the duration of
the Show and are not eligible to compete in Novice or Open Hack Classes in Ring 2.
Class 20 Smartest on Parade Hunter Pony, Galloway and Hack. Judged together on the
Circle.
Class 21 Novice Show Hunter Pony
Class 22 Open Show Hunter Pony under 13hh
Class 23 Open Show Hunter 13hh NE 14hh
Class 24 AHHA Show Hunter Pony Ridden by Current Member of the AHHA
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* Champion
* Reserve Champion
Show Hunter Galloways
Class 25 Novice Show Hunter Galloway
Class 26 Open Show Hunter Galloway
Class 27 Child’s Show Hunter Galloway
Class 28 AHHA Show Hunter Galloway Ridden by Current member of the AHHA
* Champion
* Reserve Champion
Show Hunter Horse
Class 29 Novice Show Hunter Horse
Class 30 Open Show Hunter Horse 15hh NE 16hh
Class 31 Open Show Hunter Horse over 16hh
Class 32 Child’s Show Hunter Horse
Class 33 AHHA Show Hunter Horse Ridden by Current Member of the AHHA
* Champion - Trophy kindly donated by Newry bar Rugs.
* Reserve Champion
*****Supreme Show Hunter of Mitchell Show 2017*****
Champions Hunter Pony, Hunter Galloway & Hunter Horse eligible.
Trophy kindly donated by Black Toyota Dalby
Monday 15th –Ring 2
8 am Start
Entry Fee $4
All Other Breeds
(ASH, ANSA ,AQHA, STATION HORSE & THOROUGHBRED, ASP, ARP, WELSH- NOT
ELIGIBLE )
Class 34 Led All Other Breeds 13hh and under 1st-$7 2nd $3
Class 35 Led All Other Breeds over 14hh Stallion/Colt or Gelding 1st-$7 2nd -$3
Class 36 Led All Other Breeds over 14hh Mare or Filly 1st-$7 2nd-$3
* Champion Sash
* Reserve Champion
Led Australian Saddle Pony
Class 37 ASP under 13hh 1st-$6 2nd-$4
Class 38 ASP 13hh NE 14.2hh 1st-$6 2nd-$4
* Champion Sash
* Reserve Champion
Led Australian Riding Pony
Class 39 ARP under 13hh 1st-$6 2nd-$4
Class 40 ARP 13hh NE 14.2hh 1st-$6 2nd-$4
* Champion Sash
* Reserve Champion
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Led Welsh – Pure or Part eligible
Class 41 Welsh under 13hh 1st-$6 2nd-$4
Class 42 Welsh 13hh NE 14hh 1st-$6 2nd-$4
* Champion Sash
* Reserve Champion
Led Show Horse horses competing in the following classes will be deemed Show Horses
for the duration of the show.
Class 43 Led Show Pony NE 14hh
Class 44 Led Show Galloway 14hh NE 15hh
Class 45 Led Show Horse 15hh NE 16hh
Class 46 Led Show Horse over 16hh
* Champion
* Reserve Champion
Supreme Led Exhibit
Champions from Thoroughbred, ANSA, ASH, AQHQ, Station Horse, Show Hunter,
All Other Breeds, ASP, ARP, Welsh, Show Horse eligible.
Sash and Trophy Rug
Kindly Donated by
Mrs W. Wilson
Ridden Breed Classes
Entry Fee $4
Prize Money for the Following Classes
1st-$6 2nd$4
Class 47 Ridden Thoroughbred
Class 48 Ridden ANSA
Ridden Australian Saddle Pony – owner must be current financial member of ASP
Class 49 Ridden Australian Saddle Pony NE 13.2 hh
Class 50 Ridden Australian Saddle Pony 13.2 hh NE 14.2 hh
* Champion ASP Sash
* Reserve Champion
Class 51 Ridden Australian Riding Pony
Class 52 Ridden Welsh Pure or Part Bred
1st Trophy donated by Riverina Stock Feeds.
Class 53 Other Breeds under Saddle
(ASH ,ANSA, AQHQ, STATION HORSE, THOROUGHBRED, ASP, ARP, WELSH pure or
part NOT ELIGIBLE)
Show Hacks
Entry Fee $4
Prize money for following classes
1st-$7 2nd-$5 3rd-$3
Horses competing in Show Horse Classes will be deemed Show horses for the duration of
the Show and are not eligible to compete in the Novice or Open Show Hunter Classes in
Ring 1.
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Class 54 Smartest on Parade Show Pony, Galloway and Hack judged together on the
circle.
Class 55 Novice Pony Hack
Class 56 Open Pony Hack under 13hh
Class 57 Open Pony Hack NE 14hh
* Champion
* Reserve Champion
Class 58 Novice Galloway Hack
Class 59 Open Galloway Hack
Class 60 Child’s Galloway Hack
* Champion Sponsored by Mrs Judith Blacket
* Reserve Champion
Class 61 Novice Hack
Class 62 Open Hack 15hh NE 16hh
Class 63 Open Hack 16hh and over
Class 64 Child’s Hack
*Champion Trophy kindly donated by Roberts Family “Foyleview”
* Reserve Champion
*****Supreme Show Hack of Mitchell Show 2017*****
Champion Show Pony, Galloway and Hack eligible
Trophy Rug kindly donated by Warren Point Poll Hereford Stud
Lethbridge Family
Tuesday Ring
Tuesday 16th- Ring 1
9:00 am Start
Entry Fee $2
Prize money for the following events unless otherwise stated eg. Tiny Tots
1st-$5 2nd-$3
District - Maranoa Regional Council residents only.
Class 65 Smartest on Parade Led District Pony / Galloway/ Horse judged together on the
circle
Class 66 District Led Pony under 13hh
Class 67 District Led Pony Under 14hh
Class 68 District Led Galloway
Class 69 District Led Horse 15hh NE 16hh
Class 70 District Led Horse 16hh and over
* Champion Led District Exhibit
* Reserve Champion
Rider Classes
Class 71 Tiny Tots 6 years and under Led. Entry fee $1. 1st-$3 2nd-$2
Class 72 Tiny Tots 6years and under Not Led. Entry Fee $1 1st-$3 2nd-$2
Class 73 District Girl under 7 Years
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Class 74 District Boy under 7 years
Class 75 District Girl 8 years and under 10
Class 76 District Boy 8 years and under 10
Class 77 District Girl 10 years and under 12
Class 78 District Boy 10 years and under 12
* Champion Junior Rider
* Reserve Champion
Class 79 District Girl 12 years and under 15
Class 80 District Boy 12 years and under 15
Class 81 District Girl 15 years and under 17
Class 82 District Boy 15 years and under 17
* Champion Senior Child Rider
* Reserve Champion
Working Station Horse
Open to all competitors, horses do not need to be a registered breed. Competitors can
nominate more than 1 horse; handler will be required to hold horse in line up.
To be presented in Fender or Stock Saddle & Plain Snaffle Bit. Competitors must wear
collared, long sleeved, full buttoned shirt, jeans or trousers and boots. Competitors must
be neat and presentable.
Proudly sponsored by Mrs Elizabeth Geary
Prize money for Class 83 - 86 only: 1st- $7 2nd-$5 3rd-$3
Class 83 Working Stallion or Gelding
Class 84 Working Mare or Filly
Class 85 Working Horse Ridden by Child 12 years and under
Class 86 Working Horse Ridden by Child 15 years to 17 years
*Champion Working Station Horse –Trophy Donated by Newrybar Rugs
*Reserve Champion Working Station Horse
Utility Pattern U1 ASH Pattern Book
Open to all Horses and Ponies
Class 87 Rider Under 10 years
Class 88 Rider 10 years and under 15 years
Class 89 Rider 15 years to 17 years
Tuesday 16th_ Ring 2
9:00 am Start
Entry Fee $4
Prize money for the Following Classes
1st-$6 2nd-$4 3rd- $2
Class 90 Gentleman Rider 17 years and over
Class 91 Lady Rider 17 years and over
* Champion Adult Rider
* Reserve Champion
Class 92 Open Child Rider 6 years and under 8 years
Class 93 Open Child Rider 8 years and under 10 years
Class 94 Open Child Rider 10 years and under 12 years
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* Champion Junior Child Rider Don and Helen McLean Memorial Trophy
* Reserve Champion
Class 95 Open Child Rider 12 years and under 15 years
Class 96 Open Child Rider 15 years and under 17 years
* Champion Senior Child Rider
* Reserve Champion
Supreme Champion Open Rider of Mitchell Show 2017
Champion Open Junior Child; Senior Child; Adult Rider Eligible
Trophy Kindly Donated by Horse Torque Roma
District Hacks
Entry Fee $2
Prize Money for the following classes
1st $5 2nd $3 3rd $2
Class 97 Smartest on Parade District Pony/ Galloway/Horse
Class 98 District Pony Hack under 13hh
Class 99 District pony Hack NE 14hh
Class 100 District Galloway Hack
Class 101 District Hack 15hh NE 16hh
Class 102 District Hack 16hh and over
* Champion – Trophy- $50.00 voucher kindly donated by Brennors Roma.
* Reserve Champion
Pony Club
Must be a current financial member of a Pony Club – most suitable for Pony Club Work.
Class 103 Best Presented Pony Club Pony/Horse Plaited
Class 104 Best Presented Pony Club Pony/Horse Unplaited
Class 105 Pony NE 14hh
Class 106 Galloway 14hh and under 15hh
Class 107 Horse over 15hh
Class 108 Pair of Pony Club Riders
Class 109 Pair of Pony Club Ponies/ Horses
Following Classes
1st –Trophy 2nd $2 3rd $1
Sponsored by Stephen and Suzie Sheppard
Class 110 Fattest Pony/Horse
Class 111 Shaggiest Pony /Horse
Class 112 Fastest Eating Pony /Horse to eat ½ an Apple
DRESSAGE
It’s back! We are excited to announce that Dressage is back at the Mitchell Show. Come along, try
dressage and have fun while supporting your local Mitchell show. For all ages, test from walk trot
to novice. Two arenas and district level judges who will be sportive and educational. The
competition will kick off at 12.30pm on Sunday 14th. May. Nominations must be in by 30th. April.
Call Judith on 0427324489 or 46236948. Draws will be out 1 week prior.
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Mitchell Show 2017
Show Jumping Schedule
Class 1 Pony Club under 13 Years 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $2
1st - $15 2nd - $7 3rd - $5
Class 2 Pony Club 13 – 17 Years 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $2
1st - $15 2nd - $7 3rd - $5
Class 3 Charlie Fuller Memorial – Open Junior under 18 Years 238.2.1(AM3) Entry Fee $2
1st - $15 2nd - $7 3rd - $5
Class 4 Unofficial Height Class 80 cm 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $4
1st - $40 2nd - $25 3rd - $15 4th - $7
Class 5a Unofficial Height Class 90cm – 1m 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $4
1st - $70 2nd - $50 3rd - $25 4th - $15 5th - $7
Class 5b Ladies 90cm – 1m 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $6
1st - $50 2nd – $35 3rd - $20 4th - $15
Class 6 Height Class 1.05m (AM3) Entry Fee $6
1st - $100 2nd - $70 3rd - $40 4th - $20 5th - $10
Class 7 Height Class 1.15 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $6
1st - $125 2nd - $80 3rd - $60 4th - $20 5th - $15 6th - $10
Class 8 Open Height Class 1.25 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $10
1st - $150 2nd - $120 3rd - $100 4th - $60 5th - $40 6th - $20
Class 9 Robert Douglas Memorial Pony Club 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $2
-Open to Pony Club Members under 13 Years
1st – 14 2nd - $7 3rd - $4
Kindly Sponsored by Mrs Christine Webster.
TUESDAY 16TH COMMENCING AT 9 AM
Class 10 Robert Douglas Memorial Pony Club 238.2.1 (AM3) Entry Fee $2
Open to Pony Club Members 13 – 17 Years
1st - $14 2nd - $7 3rd - $4
Kindly Sponsored by Mrs Christine Webster
Class 11 Peter Fuller Memorial Entry Fee $3
Donated in respect of Peter Fuller for the best ride over 70cm obstacle (Junior Ruling
Applies). Restricted to Maranoa Regional Council Residents – Horse and Rider.
1st - $30 2nd - $20 3rd - $15 4th - $10
Class 12 Open 2382.2 (AM5) approx. start height 1.15cm Entry Free $6
1st – $100 2nd - $60 3rd - $30 4th - $20 5th - $15 6th - $5
Trophy Kindly Donated by Black Toyota
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Class 13 Open Championship 238.2.2 (AM5) approx. start 1.20cm –1.30cm Entry Fee $15
1st - $250 2nd - $200 3rd - $100 4th - $75 5th - $30 6th - $10
Trophy & Sponsorship Kindly Donated by Hampton and Harlow Equestrian
Class 14 Arthur & Jean Murray Memorial Power & Speed Entry Fee $8
1st - $80 2nd - $70 3rd - $60 4th - $40 5th - $20
Kindly Sponsored by the Family of Arthur & Jean Murray
Class 15 6 Bar Under 13 Years Entry Fee $3
1st - $15 2nd - $7 3rd - $5
Class 16 Ben Watson Memorial Junior 6 Bar under 18 Years Entry Fee $3
1st - $20 & Trophy 2nd - $15 3rd - $5
Kindly Sponsored by Peter and Kay Watson and Family
Class 17 Mounts Machinery Open 6 Bar Entry Fee $6
1st - $120 2nd - $100 3rd - $70 4th - $40 5th- $20
Trophy Rug and Sponsorship kindly Donated by Mounts Machinery
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MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY
WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE
SPONSORS
FOR THIS YEARS RING EVENTS
Mrs Helen Naylor
Mrs Jackie Campbell
Mrs Elizabeth Geary
Mrs Kate Wilson and Family
Mrs Judith Blacket
Mrs Christine Webster
Mrs Kylie Douglas
Mr and Mrs Walter McLean
Mr and Mrs Noel Hill
Mr and Mrs Hooper Hudson
Mr and Mrs Robin Mansfield
Mr and Mrs Andrew Douglas
Mr Sydney Gaskon
Mr and Mrs Bruce Hartnell
Mr and Mrs Bruce Roberts
Warren Point Poll Hereford Lethbridge Family
Mr Peter Watson and Family
Mr and Mrs Brendan Harrison
Mr Rory Sheppard
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Mr and Mrs Stephen Sheppard
Newrybar Rugs
Roma Veterinary Clinic
Black Toyota
Maranoa Branch of the Australian
Stock Horse Association
Australian Hunter Horse Association
Australian National Saddle Horse
Association
Australian Saddle Pony Association
Horse Torque
Brennors
Mounts Machinery
Hampton and Harlow
Federal Hotel Wallumbillia
Riverina Stockfeeds
Mitchell Motel
Lawson’s Butchery
Taylors Parts Centre
Roma Saddlery
Mitchell Tyre Centre
Dunkeld Pony Club
Dilutes Australia
Maranoa Pony Club
Gorgeous
HEAD STEWARD:
SECTION 2 - SHEEP
MR. NIGEL BRUMPTON, ph. 4623 1430
REGULATIONS:
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All stud sheep must be from a registered Merino Stud and shown in
accordance with the QMSSA shearing regulations.
All sheep to be penned by 9.00 am and ready for judging on the second day of
the show.
All sheep must be bona-fide property of the exhibitor whether individuals or
firms, for 12 months prior to the show.
The judge may transfer wrongly classed sheep to their correct class.
No cross entries permitted unless otherwise specified.
No exhibitor shall combine his/her sheep to compete in any class.
Sheep only from Brucellosis accredited free flocks to be shown in the stud
sheep section
The Mitchell Show Society would like to thank all donors of prize money and trophies for
the sheep section:
NAB Victoria Downs Merino Stud
Mt Ascot Merino Stud
O’Toole Rural Supplies Roma
Landmark
Elders
Elanco
SOCIETY RIBBONS AWARDED IN ALL CLASSES
ENTRY FEE $3 STUD SECTION
Cash Prizes for Divisions A - First $10, Second $5, Third $3
Entry Fee
$3 per Sheep per Class
All Merino & Poll Merinos Housed
Medium Wool Merino
CLASS 1
Ram 4 tooth & under
CLASS 2
Ram 6 tooth & over
CLASS 3
Ewe 4 tooth & under
CLASS 4
Ewe 6 tooth & over
Medium wool Poll Merino
CLASS 5
Ram 4 tooth & under
CLASS 6
Ram 6 tooth & over
CLASS 7
Ewe 4 tooth & under
CLASS 8
Ewe 6 tooth & over
Champion Medium wool Ram
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Reserve Champion Medium Wool Ram
Champion Medium Wool Ewe
Reserve Champion Medium Wool Ewe
Strong Wool Merino
CLASS 9
Ram 4 tooth & under
CLASS 10
Ram 6 tooth & over
CLASS 11
Ewe 4 tooth & under
CLASS 12
Ewe 6 tooth & over
Strong wool poll merino
CLASS 13
Ram 4 tooth & under
CLASS 14
Ram 6 tooth & over
CLASS 15
Ewe 4 tooth & under
CLASS 16
Ewe 6 tooth & over
Champion Strong Wool Ram
Reserve Champion Strong Wool Ram
Champion Strong Wool Ewe
Reserve Champion Strong Wool Ewe
Breeders Group – best of three rams & 2 ewes Merino & Poll Merino
Junior Champion Ram
Reserve Junior Champion Ram
Junior Champion Ewe
Reserve Junior Champion Ewe
Grand Champion Ram - RP Lord Memorial Trophy
Grand Champion Ewe
JUNIOR CHAMPION RAM - HOUSED
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION RAM - HOUSED
JUNIOR CHAMPION EWE - HOUSED
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RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION EWE - HOUSED
GRAND CHAMPIONS OF THE SHOW to come from all HOUSED
GRAND CHAMPION RAM OF THE SHOW
RP LORD MEMORIAL TROPHY
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION RAM OF THE SHOW
GRAND CHAMPION EWE OF THE SHOW
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION EWE OF THE SHOW
SECTION 3 - WOOL
HEAD STEWARD: MR DAVID SULLIVAN, ph. 4623 6559
REGULATIONS:
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The EXHIBITOR must grow all wool in this section in the 12 months prior to the
show.
All fleeces to be weighed and judged on point basis.
No cross entries.
The classes are FINE, MEDIUM and STRONG.
All wool to be in the pavilion by 9 a.m. on the first day of the show.
No entry fee required.
Mitchell show society thanks all generous donors of sashes, monies and trophies in
this section:
Bill Crook-King Shearing
Contractor
Landmark
J.J. & L. J. Sullivan
Elders
L. P. & H. M. Mason
Mitchell Hardware
Australian Wool Network
L. A. Morris & K.A. Morris
FLOCK SECTION
Class 1 Fine wool merino fleece - ewe or wether
Class 2 Medium wool merino fleece - ewe or wether
Class 3 Strong wool merino fleece - ewe or wether
Class 4 Childs Pets Fleece – (Child under 12yrs. ) Neville Morris Memorial Prize $50.
OPEN SECTION
Class 5 Lambs fleece under 12 months
CHAMPION FINE WOOL FLEECE - FLOCK SECTION
CHAMPION MEDIUM WOOL FLEECE - FLOCK SECTION
CHAMPION STRONG WOOL FLEECE - FLOCK SECTION
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RESERVE CHAMPION FINE WOOL FLEECE - FLOCK
RESERVE CHAMPION MEDIUM WOOL FLEECE - FLOCK
RESERVE CHAMPION STRONG WOOL FLEECE - FLOCK
STUD SECTION UNHOUSED MERINO WOOL
Class 6 Fine wool merino ram fleece
Class 7 Fine wool merino ewe fleece
Class 8 Medium wool merino ram fleece
Class 9 Medium wool merino ewe fleece
Class 10 Strong wool merino ram fleece
Class 11 Strong wool merino ewe fleece
CHAMPION UNHOUSED MERINO FLEECE
RESERVE CHAMPION UNHOUSED MERINO FLEECE - SASH
HOUSED MERINO WOOL
Class 12 Fine wool merino ram fleece
Class 13 Fine wool merino ewe fleece
Class 14 Medium wool merino ram fleece
Class 15 Medium wool merino ewe fleece
Class 16 Strong wool merino ram fleece
Class 17 Strong wool merino ewe fleece
CHAMPION HOUSED MERINO FLEECE
RESERVE CHAMPION MERINO FLEECE – SASH
GRAND CHAMPION FLEECE OF THE SHOW - TO COME FROM ANY SECTION
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FLEECE OF THE SHOW
SCALE OF POINTS FOR JUDGING
1. TRUENESS TO WOOL TYPE
10 POINTS
Processing the most desirable characteristics of the breed and covering length of staple
from a manufacturing point of view (refer to recommendations to judges, paragraph 2).
2. CONFORMITY OF LENGTH
10 POINTS
The desired uniformity of length throughout the entire fleece as it stands.
3. SOUNDNESS
10 POINTS
Sufficient tensile strength to give the best results under the combing system.
4. HANDLE
8 POINTS
The softness and pliancy necessary for outstanding results in spinning.
5. COLOUR AND BLOOMING ETC.
6 POINTS
The possession of those characteristics for top grading from a style point of view.
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6. CHARACTER
10 POINTS
Even well defined crimp from butt to tip.
7. DENSITY
6 POINTS
Compactness of growth, bulk and breadth of staple.
8. EVENNESS
10 POINTS
The regularity of count.
9. CLEAN FLEECE WEIGHT
30 POINTS
Actual clean fleece weight (refer "recommendations to stewards" paragraph 3)
Mitchell Show Society Inc., would appreciate it if winners of trophies and prizes
would convey their thanks to the donors.
LANDMARK PAIR OF BULLS
Mitchell Showgrounds 15th and 16th May 2017
$2000 prizemoney
Open to stud or commercial Bulls.
Bulls will be judged as a Pair Suitable for the Commercial cattle Industry.
Judging will take place in commercial judging ring at approx 8.30am Tue with spectator
viewing
Exhibitors can promote their stock with Banners etc after the completion of judging.
Bulls to be penned in commercial cattle yards by 6pm Monday.
All Bulls must be Milk Teeth and mouthed Prior to show by the exhibitor and may be
mouthed at the show.
Disqualification.
Either Bull breaking milk teeth. (ie 1 permanent tooth)
No bulls to have been a show ring animal.
Class 1. Bulls 400kg and under. Sponsored by Taroela Braford stud.
Class2. Bulls 401kg and over. Sponsored by NAB.
Tillys crawler parts Champion pair of bulls $500.
Entry fee, $20.
Prize money. 1st $500, 2nd $300, 3rd $200
Nominations with Warren Wilson by phone 0746232626 or email
[email protected] before Friday 12th May
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We would like to thank our sponsors, Landmark, Tillys Crawler parts, NAB and Taroela
Braford Stud for their support of this event.
SECTION 4 - STUD CATTLE – ALL BREEDS
MITCHELL SHOWGROUNDS – Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th MAY 2017
Chief steward ; Warren Wilson ph0746232626 , mob 0428232626 during show.
Email nominations to [email protected]
REGULATIONS.
1. Entries close Fri 12th May 2017 for this section with steward Warren Wilson
2. Ages of entries will be taken as of 1stth May 2016.
3. ENTRY $15 and must be nominated in owners name.
4. Stock to be on ground by 4pm Mon 15th May and remain until after GRAND PARADE
on Tue 16th May
5. All cattle must have NLIS tag , nose ring or nose grip. No beast will be allowed in
judging ring or Grand Parade without nose ring or nose grip unless under 12mths of age.
6. Judging to commence at 9am on Tuesday 16th May 2017 and judged in order stipulated
by Chief steward.
7. All Owners of cattle exhibited must be covered by their own public risk insurance policy.
8. Calves can be shown only in the under 15 mths class or on the cow. [can’t do both]
9. NLIS reading will take place on Monday afternoon and relevant documentation will be
required.
Entry $15
1st prize $15 2nd $10 3rd $5 unless otherwise stated.
Stud Cattle Females- All Breeds
Class 1. Female under 15mths.
Class 2. Female 15 and under20mths.
Junior Champion Female
$50 and sash
Reserve Junior Champion Female
sash
Class 3. Female 20mths and under24mths.
Class 4. Female 24mths to 48mths.
Senior Champion Female
$50 and sash
Reserve Senior Champion Female
sash
Grand champion Female
$100 and sash
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Stud cattle Bulls – All Breeds
Class 5. Bull under 15mths.
Class 6. Bull 15mths and under 20mths.
Junior Champion Bull
$50 and sash
Reserve Junior Champion Bull
sash
Class 7. Bull 20mths and under 24mths.
Class 8. Bull 24mths to 36mths.
Senior Champion Bull
$50 and sash
Reserve Senior Champion Bull
sash
Grand Champion Bull
$100 and sash
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SECTION 5
MITCHELL SHOW LED STEER/HEIFERS & JUNIOR BEEF SECTION;
Mitchell Showgrounds – Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th May 2017
Chief steward; Warren Wilson ph 46232626, email [email protected] ,mob
0428232620 during show
REGULATIONS.
1. Entries for led steer/heifer close FRIDAY 12th May 2017 with steward Warren Wilson
2. Entries for young paraders/young judges close 8.30 am Tuesday 16th May 2017
3. Mouthing & weighing of led steers/heifers commence at 8.30am Tuesday 16 th May
4 .All cattle must have NLIS tag, nose ring or nose grip when being shown or in grand
parade unless under 12 mths of age.
5. Nlis reading will take place on Monday afternoon and relevant documentation will be
required.
6. Judging of led steer/heifer takes place after stud section followed by Junior Paraders &
Junior Judges.
7. Same as stud section.
8. All owners of cattle exhibited must be covered by their own public risk insurance policy.
9. Stock to be on ground by 4pm Monday and remain until after Grand Parade.
10. All stock Must be milk teeth
Led Steer/Heifer
Entry fee $15
Prize money 1st $15 2nd $10 3rd $5 (unless otherwise stated).
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Class1. Led Steer/Heifer 400kg & under.
Class2. Led Steer/Heifer 401kg & over.
Champion Led Steer/Heifer
$50
Reserve Champion Led Steer/heifer Sash.
Junior Beef – Junior Judging
Entry fee $5
Prize money 1st $15 2nd $10 3rd $5
Champion $50
Age as at 1st May 2016
Class4. Under 12 yrs
Class5. 12yrs and under 15yrs
Class6. 15yrs to 25 yrs
Champion and Reserve Champion
Junior Paraders Entry fee $5
$50
Class 7. Under 12 yrs
Class 8. 12yrs and under 15yrs
Class 9. 15yrs to 25yrs
Champion and Reserve Champion
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Prize money 1st $15 2nd $10 3rd $5
Champion
MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY INC.
STUD CATTLE ENTRY FORM
Exhibitors Name:________________________________
Stud
Prefix________________________________
Class
Stud $15
Name of
Exhibit
Herdbook
No.
DOB
Pair of Bulls $20
Sire
Dam
Entry
Fee
Total Fees
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Led Steer/Heifer $15
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SECTION 6 – COMMERCIAL CATTLE
STEWARD:
MR. BIM STRUSS, ph. 46232799
fax. 46232798; mb. 0417778600
[email protected]
REGULATIONS:
1.
NOMINATIONS by Sunday, 14 May 2017 to allow pen allocations.
2.
All Cattle to be penned by 9.00 am on Tuesday, 16 May 2017.
3.
EARLIER ARRIVALS would be appreciated.
4.
Judging to commence at 10:30 am Tuesday 16 May 2017
5.
Only grass or crop fed cattle can be exhibited.
6.
No beast may be entered for, or can compete in more than one class.
7.
Stewards retain the right to transfer any entry to a more suitable
class.
8.
All horned cattle must be tipped.
9.
All cattle in the STORE & TRADE CLASS section must be the property
of the exhibitor for three months prior to the show.
10. All cattle in the BREEDER CLASS section must have been bred by,
and be the property of the exhibitor at the time of the show. All cattle are to
be bred and owned within the Mitchell Show District. No cross entries into
STORE & TRADE Classes.
11. No cattle are allowed as non-competitive.
12. Only commercial breeding cattle may nominate.
13. All entries received are subject to the right of the stewards in rejecting
any entry not up to the standards.
14. The Stock Identification Regulations 2005 states that cattle moving to
& from agricultural shows are required to be correctly identified with
approved NLIS devices. Cattle movements to & from (shows) must be
recorded on NLIS database using a sighted cattle report, within 48
hours of leaving the (show). PLEASE CONFIRM WITH STEWARDS.
15. Calves must be branded and male calves de-sexed, unless being kept
for breeding purposes.
STORE & TRADE CLASSES - ENTRY $20.00 per entry
CLASS 1
Pen of 3 store steers 300 kg & under
1st $250; 2nd $150; 3rd $100
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Sponsored by Nutri-Lick
CLASS 2
Pen of 3 store steers 301 to 360 kg
Voucher to the value of:
1st $250; 2nd $150; 3rd $100
CLASS 3
Pen of 2 trade steers 361 kg & over
Sponsored by Elders Product
Sponsored by Elanco
1st $250; 2nd $150; 3rd $100
CLASS 4
Pen of 2 trade heifers
361 kg & over
Sponsored by ANZ
1st $250; 2nd $150; 3rd $100
CHAMPION STORE or TRADE Exhibit from classes 1 to 4
Memorial Trophy
Sponsored by Maudsley Family
Jack & Ivy Bennett
BREEDER CLASSES
CLASS 5
Steel
Pen of 3 Replacement Heifers Sponsored by Roma Wire &
Product voucher to the value of $500
1st $250; 2nd $150; 3rd $100
1st $250;
CLASS 6
Pen of 2 cows with first calves Sponsored by Henry Livestock
2nd $150; 3rd $100
(Animal clearly identifiable for age)
CLASS 7
Pen of 2 cows with calves
Sponsored by Pumps n Solar
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Product voucher to the value of $500 1 $250; 2 $150; 3 $100
CHAMPION BREEDER CLASS from classes 5 to 7
by MAA Livestock & Real Estate
GRAND CHAMPION EXHIBIT $500
$500
Sponsored
Sponsored by Samios Trading Post
May be a Pen or Pair or Single beast chosen from Classes 1-7
MOST SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITOR $500
Sponsored by Robobank
BREEDER GROUP PRIZE FOR THE BEST SANTA OR SANTA CROSS INFUSED
PEN
Sponsored by Murgo Santa Stud Mungallala .
THE MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL DONORS OF
PRIZE MONEY and TROPHIES FOR SECTION 6
Nutri-Lick
Mounts Machinery
Roma Wire & Steel
Murgo Santa Stud Mungallala
Maudsley Family
Elders
MAA Livestock & Real Estate
ANZ Roma
Pumps n Solar Roma
Elanco
Rabobank
❖ Samios Trading Post
Henry Livestock
Mitchell Show Society Inc. would appreciate it if winners of trophies and prizes could
convey their thanks to the donors. Thank you!
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SECTION 8 - BIRDS & POULTRY
STEWARDS:
PETER SALLWAY & JASON SCHAFER
ENTRY FEE: OPEN - $1.00 per entry
Junior 15 yrs and under - $0.50c per entry
❖ All entries must be free of disease, Lice, Fleas ect. Birds that are unhealthy or have
parasites will not be entered.
❖ All birds are to penned by no later than 8.30 am on the Monday morning of the
show
❖ Stewards will be available on Sunday afternoon from 2 pm to 6 p to cage birds. If
possible it is preferred that birds be brought in at this time
❖ Completed entry forms to be handed into the secretary office by Friday prior the
show.
❖ All entries to be single unless entered as pairs.
❖ Birds to be entered in one class only.
❖ Avery birds to be brought in their own cages
❖ Entry Fees to be paid when birds are penned.
❖ Birds will be released from pens between 3 pm and 5 pm on the Tuesday of the
show.
❖ Stewards will make sure birds are watered but it is your responsibility to supply feed
❖ Judges decision will be final.!!
Large Soft Feather - Heavy - OPENClass 1
Rhode Island Red/White – Female
Class 2
Rhode Island Red/White - Male
Class 3
Sussex – Female
Class 4
Sussex - Male
Class 5
A.O.V. - Female
Class 6
A.O.V. - Male
Large Soft Feather - Light
Class 7
Silkie - Female
Class 8
Silkie - Male
Class 9
Arucana - Female
Class 10
Arucana - Male
Class 11
A.O.V. - Female
Class 12
A.O.V. - Male
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Class 13
Breeding Pair of Large Soft Feather
Small Soft Feather - Heavy
Class 14
Langshan - Female
Class 15
Langshan – Male Rhode Island Red/White – Female
Class 16
Rhode Island Red/White – Female
Class 17
Rhode Island Red/White – Male
Class 18
Wyandotte -Female
Class 19
Wyandotte - Male
Class 20
A.O.V. - Female
Class 21
A.O.V. – Male
Small Soft Feather - Light
Class 22
Pekin - Female
Class 23
Pekin - Male
Class 24
Belgian De’uccle/De’anver – Female
Class 25
Belgian De’uccle/De’anver – Male
Class 26
Japanese – Female
Class 27
Japanese - Male
Class 28
A.O.V. - Female
Class 29
A.O.V. - Male
Class 30
Breeding Pair of Small Soft Feather
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Champion Large Softfeather Male
Sponsored by K & F Mansfield
Champion Large Soft Feather Female
Sponsored by K & F Mansfield
Reserve Champion Male - Ribbon
Reserve Champion Female – Ribbon
Champion Small Softfeather Male
Sponsored by K & J Witt
Champion Small Softfeather Female
Sponsored by K & J Witt
Reserve Champion Male - Ribbon
Reserve Champion Female – Ribbon
Champion Breeding Pair Softfeather
Sponsored by Mitchell News Casket
Reserved Champion Pair of Soft Feather – Ribbon
Large Hard Feather
Class 31
Australian Game - Female
Class 32
Australian Game - Male
Class 33
Indian Game - Female
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Class 34
Indian Game - Male
Class 35
A.O.V. Female
Class 36
A.O.V. Male
Class 37
Breeding Pair of Large Hardfeather
Small Hardfeather
Class 38
Old English Game - Female
Class 39
Old English Game - Male
Class 40
Indian Game - Female
Class 41
Indian Game - Male
Class 42
Modern Game - Female
Class 43
Modern Game - Male
Class 44
A.O.V. – Female
Class 45
A.O.V. – Male
Class 46
Breeding Pair of Smallfeather
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Champion Large Hardfeather - Male.
Sponsored by K & M Schafer
Champion Large Hardfeather - Female. Sponsored by K & M Schafer
Reserve Champion Male - Ribbon
Reserved Champion Female – Ribbon
Champion Small Hardfeather Male Sponsored by J & M Schafer
Champion Small Hardfeather Female Sponsored by J & M Schafer
Reserve Champion Male - Ribbon
Reserved Champion Female – Ribbon
Champion Breeding Pair of Hardfeather Sponsored by Mrs. Judy Collins
Reserve Champion Pair of Hardfeather – Ribbon
Juniors 15 yrs. & Under
Class 47 Large Hardfeather- Female
Class 48 Large Hardfeather - Male
Class 49 Small Hardfeather - Female
Class 50 Small Hardfeather – Male
Class 51 Large Softfeather – Heavy - Female
Class 52 Large Softfeather – Heavy- Male
Class 53 Large Softfeather - Light - Female
Class 54 Large Softfeather – Light - Male
Class 55 Small Softfeather – Heavy – Female
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Class 56 Small Softfeather – Heavy – Male
Class 57 Small Softfeather – Light Female
Class 58 Small Softfeather – Light – Male
Class 59 Breeding Pair of Hardfeather
Class 60 Breeding Pair of Softfeather
Champion Hardfeather Male
Champion Hardfeather Female
Sponsored by J & M Schafer
Sponsored by J & M Schafer
Reserve Champion Male – Ribbon
Reserve Champion Female – Ribbon
Champion Softfeather Male
Champion Softfeather Female
Sponsored by C & T Ferguson
Sponsored by C & T Ferguson
Reserve Champion Male – Ribbon
Reserve Champion Female – Ribbon
Champion Breeding Pair of Hardfeather
Sponsored by J & M Shafer
Reserve Champion Pair – Ribbon
Champion Breeding Pair of Softfeather
Sponsored by C & T Ferguson
Reserve Champion Pair – Ribbon
Waterfowl
Class 61 Single Drake
Class 62 Single Duck
Class 63 Breeding Pair of Ducks
Class 64 A.O.V.
Overall Champion Waterfowl
Sponsored by Mrs. Non A Mouse
Avery Birds
Class 65 Single Budgie
Class 66 Single Finch
Class 67 Single Parrot
Class 68 A.O.V.
Overall Champion of Birds and Poultry
Sponsored by P & K Sallway
Overall Reserve Champion – Ribbon
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Most Successful Exhibitor
Overall Champion Breeding Pair
Sponsored by Landmark
Sponsored by C & T Jones
The Mitchell Show Society would like to thank the donors of prizes in Section 8, Birds &
Poultry
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Mrs. A. Non O’Mouse,
Peter & Kerry Sallway,
Mrs. Judy Collins
Landmark
C & T Jones
C & T Ferguson
- Keppel & Melissa Schafer
- Jason & Monique Schafer
- Mitchell News & Casket
- Kyle & Fiona Mansfield
- K & J. Witt
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PAVILION 2017
Chief Pavilion Steward Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield 0427516619
PAVILION REGULATIONS
ENTRIES RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE
PAVILION. EXHIBITS (OTHER THAN PERISHABLES) ARE TO BE IN THE HANDS OF
THE STEWARDS AT THE SHOW GROUND BY 4 PM THE DAY PRIOR TO THE SHOW,
UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. PERISHABLES (COOKING AND FLOWERS) ARE TO
BE IN THE HANDS OF THE STEWARDS BY 9 AM ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE SHOW.
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Entry fees as stated in this schedule
Entries are to be made on the nomination form provided by the Show Committee.
All entries are to be the bona-fide property of the exhibitor and all produce is to be
grown in the Maranoa district.
All entries in the Art and Industrial Sections to be the work of the exhibitor and
entries must not specify the name of the exhibitor unless non-competitive.
On receipt of any entry, the steward will give the class ticket for same, which must
be the only sign of ownership attached to the exhibit.
Exhibitors must arrange their own exhibits in the place allotted by the stewards.
Judges and stewards may transfer any exhibit from one class to another. The
stewards reserve the right to reject any exhibit or exhibits which may not be
considered to be of sufficient merit to be displayed.
Prize tickets and ribbons shall be affixed as soon as Judges have made their
awards.
The decision of the Judges will be final as to the merits of the competition. The
Society reserves the right to adjudicate on any point or points, which may be under
dispute, and the committee's decision will be final.
All protests must be lodged with the secretary, addressed to her and accompanied
by a deposit of $10 within two (2) hours of the notification of the Judge’s award. If
the committee considered the protest frivolous, the deposit may be forfeited. On
hearing of all protests and disputes arising out of the award, the Committee shall
abide by the Judge’s book unless it be shown that the Judges have been wilfully or
accidentally mislead.
Prize money unclaimed after a period of (3) months is deemed to be the property of
the Show Society
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Exhibitors shall render themselves liable to a penalty of $10.00 by removing any
official placard, ticket, or ribbon in lie of thereof, or by refusing in any way to carry
out their instructions and the secretary will incur no responsibility by enforcing the
regulations.
Every care will be taken of exhibits but the Society will not be responsible for any
loss or damage. Any exhibits must be brought to and removed from the ground by
the Exhibitor.
A first prize winning exhibit is not eligible for any competition in any succeeding
Mitchell Shows. Previous winning entries can be exhibited in a non-competitive
way.
Pavilion Exhibits cannot be removed from the Pavilion prior to 4.00 pm on the
second day of the Show.
No second prize money will be awarded if less than three entries in any one class.
Items for sale; Exhibitors may nominate sale price and will be responsible for
attaching price tickets. The Show Society will deduct 10% from the sale price.
Mitchell Show Society Committee would appreciate it if winners of trophies and prizes
could convey their thanks to the Donors of prizes.
Mitchell Show Society Committee would appreciate it if winners of trophies and prizes
could convey their thanks to the Donors who are listed at end of all sections.
ARTHUR AND JEAN MURRAY MEMORIAL PERPETUAL TROPHY FOR HIGHEST
POINTS OVERALL PAVILION SECTIONS (Trophy to be left in the care of the Mitchell
Show Society at all times)
SECTION 10 – HANDICRAFTS
STEWARDS:
Mrs. Trish Kenafake & Mrs. Lorraine Sullivan
REGULATIONS:
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All exhibitors in this section are requested to stay outside the Pavilion while judging
is in progress
Entries for judging must not be washed or worn and must have been made or
worked within the past 12 months.
A Garment is a wearable item / article cannot be worn
Exhibitors are advised that all entries are to be checked both in and out with the
stewards in all sections.
No more than two entries per class by any one exhibitor.
These classes will be arranged at the stewards’ discretion.
Judges decision will be final.
Articles worked at workshops or from kit form may be grouped
Children’s work must be completed by the child
Entries close 4 pm on the day prior to the Show.
No second prize money will be awarded if less than three entries in any one class
(unless otherwise stated)
ENTRY FEE 50 cents
1st prize $3.00;
2nd prize $1.50
(unless otherwise stated)
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CLASS 1
Adults Hand Knitted Cardigan/Pullover or Vest (First prize $10.00 donated by
Mr. W & Mrs. B. Jukes
CLASS 2
CLASS 3
Three Piece Baby Set Hand knitted or crocheted
Cardigan, Pullover or Vest, Hand Knitted. Suitable for a child under 12 yrs.
CLASS 4
Pair Socks Hand Knitted
CLASS 5
Rug Hand Knitted or Crocheted.
Please note the following (6-11) will be divided into separate sections subject to entries at
the steward’s discretion.
CLASS 6
Toy Hand Knitted, crocheted or sewn (accessories allowed)
CLASS 7
Coat Hanger Hand Knitted or Crocheted or sewn
CLASS 8
Tea Cosy (lined) Hand Knitted or Crocheted or sewn
CLASS 9
Pot Holders (Pair) hand knitted, crocheted or sewn
CLASS 10
Cushion Cover with Opening, Hand knitted, Crochet sewn
CLASS 11
Bag Hand knitted, crocheted or sewn
CLASS 12
Any Other Hand Knitted or crocheted Article/Garment not previously listed
CLASS 13
Any Other Article with Crochet or Tatting
CLASS 14
Pair of Crochet Doilies (at least 15 to 25 cm in diameter)
CLASS 15
Table Centre Crocheted in Mercer Cotton
CLASS 16
Any Garment/Article of Sewing not previously listed
CLASS 17
Embroidered Duchess Set, Runner or Table Centre or Table Cloth
CLASS 18
Machine Embroidered duchess set, runner, table centre, or table cloth
CLASS 19
Any Article/Garment Made From One Metre of Gingham
CLASS 20
Any Article of Paper Craft (quilling, origami, paper tole, or papier mache)
CLASS 21
Tapestry/Long stitch.
CLASS 22
Leather Article (plaited, carved, or embossed, station work, etc.)
CLASS 23
painting)
Painted Article (folk art, own design, free hand, any medium incl. china
CLASS 24
Wooden Article
CLASS 25
Any Article of Craft Work (This class will be divided into separate sections
subject to entries at the stewards’ discretion)
CLASS 26
Embroidered Picture or Wall Hanging
CLASS 27
100% Recycled Article (i.e. String, plastic, fabric etc.)
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CLASS 28
Novelty Pin Cushion
CLASS 29
Novelty Door Stop
First Prize $10 donated by Mrs. E Taylor
CLASS 30
Framed Cross-Stitch Picture
First Prize $10 donated by Mitchell Mini Mart
CLASS 31
Any article featuring beadwork and/or buttons
CLASS 32
Best Dressed Doll
AWARDS:- CHAMPION ARTICLE OF QUALITY WORKMANSHIP - Sash
MOST POINTS FOR A LOCAL EXHIBITOR HANDICRAFTS SECTION
$10 prize money donated by Mrs. M. Zeller
CHILDREN SECTION (17 years and under)
All exhibits to be the exhibitors own work
These classes will be divided into age groups. Up to 12 years and from 12 years to 17
years. Please attach age of the child with the exhibit.
This section will be arranged at the steward’s discretion & judge’s decision will be final.
CLASS 33
Any Article of Leather
First Prize $10 donated by Mrs. E. Taylor
CLASS 34
Any Article of Wood
CLASS 35
Any Article of Craft Work
CLASS 36
Any Article of Knitting or Crochet
AWARDS:- MOST POINTS IN THE CHILDREN HANDICRAFTS SECTION
$10 donated by Mrs. R. Burey
MOST POINTS IN THE HANDICRAFT SECTION – OPEN - $20.00 Prize donated by
Mitchell Show Society
Val Chambers Memorial Prizes - To be advised
PATCHWORK/QUILTING
CLASS A.
Patchwork Quilt over 1 metre in size, featuring only patchwork
CLASS B
Any article of machine appliqué, embroidery and /or quilting. (Quilt)
CLASS C. Any article hand appliqué, embroidery and /or quilting. ( Quilt)
CLASS D.
Any smaller article of patchwork and / or quilting ( up to 1 metre approximately)(
not previously listed) (hand or machine, separate sections subject to entries at the
stewards discretion)
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The President and Committee of the Mitchell Show Society would like to thank the
donors of prize money and trophies for Section 10 Handicrafts
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Mr. & Mrs. Phillip Chambers
Mitchell Mini Mart
Mrs. M. Zeller
Estelle Taylor
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Mrs. Rosie Burey
Mr. & Mrs. W & B Jukes
Kenniff Country Quilters
The decision of the Judges will be final as to the merits of the competition. The
Society reserves the right to adjudicate on any point or points, which may be under dispute
and the committee's decision shall be final.
SECTION 11 – HOUSEHOLD
STEWARD: Mrs. Heather Brumpton, Assistant Steward: Mrs. Rosemary Brumpton
COOKING SECTION
REGULATIONS:
No packet cakes unless otherwise stated.
All entries to be accompanied by a completed entry form with entry fees included
All exhibits to be on a plate or board
All exhibits to be covered with clear plastic bags except classes 28, 31, 32, 33, 34 41
& 45
Limited to two entries per class and to be from two separated mixtures
Children Cooking to be made completly by the child entering the exhibit
All exhibits are to be in the hands of the stewards by 9.00 am on Monday the first
day of the show to allow time for the stewards to arrange entries for judging
Judging to commence 9.30 on Monday the first day of the show
No second prize money will be awarded if less than three entries in any one class.
Entry fee 50 cents
First prize $3.00
Second prize $1.50
CLASS 1
Plate of Six Plain Scones
CLASS 2
Plate of Six Pikelets.
CLASS 3
Plate of Six Pumpkin Scones
CLASS 4
Date Roll
CLASS 5
Plate of Shortbread (marked into wedges, not cut)
CLASS 6
Plate of Six Lamingtons (5cm x 5cm)
CLASS 7
Collection of Biscuits or Cookies (three of each & at least three different
varieties)
CLASS 8
Collection of Slices (at least four varieties)
Trophy donated by Mrs. Rosemary Brumpton
CLASS 9
Madeira Cake - Not iced, baked in a bar tin
CLASS 10 Banana Cake
CLASS 11 Chocolate Cake, with chocolate icing, not sandwich
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Trophy donated by Mrs. S Handley
CLASS 12 Orange Bar Cake (iced on top, baked in a bar tin)
Trophy donated by Mrs. E. Campbell
CLASS 13 Sultana Cake (round or square tin, not iced)
$5.00 donated by Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
CLASS 14 Boiled Fruit Cake, (Round or Square tin, not iced)
Trophy donated by Mrs. E. Campbell
CLASS 15 Steamed Date Pudding.
Trophy donated by Mrs. H. Brumpton
CLASS 16 Christmas Plum Pudding (steamed)
Trophy donated by Mrs. E. Campbell
CLASS 17 Plain Steamed Pudding.
Trophy donated by Mrs. Heather Brumpton
CLASS 18 Four Muffins on a plate
CLASS 19 Swiss Sponge Roll (spread with jam)
CLASS 20 Sponge Sandwich with butter, (butter icing or mock cream filling, not iced on
top)
CLASS 21
Packet Cake (dusted with icing sugar)
CLASS 22 Gingerbread (un-iced, baked in a square tin)
CLASS 23
Damper
CLASS 24
Plate of Six Small Cakes (iced)
CLASS 25 Any Loaf of Homemade Bread (Electric Bread-makers included)
Trophy donated by Mrs. E. Campbell
CLASS 26 Pumpkin Fruit Cake (round or square tin, not iced)
Trophy donated by Mrs. S. Handley
CLASS 27 Rich Dark Fruit Cake (round or square not iced)
CLASS 28
Best Decorated Butter Iced Cake (Not Cup Cakes or Cookies)
First prize $25.00, Donated by Karen Horsington
GLUTEN FREE SECTION
CLASS 29 Gluten Free Biscuits or Cookies or Slice
CLASS 30 Gluten Free Cake
CHAMPION CAKE Trophy donated by Mrs. Heather Brumpton and Mrs. Christine
Webster
MOST POINTS IN HOUSEHOLD SECTION Trophy donated by Mitchell Hardware &
Plumbing
DECORATED ICED CAKES
No second prize money will be awarded if fewer than three entries in any one class
ENTRY FEE 50 cents
1st prize $10.00;
2nd prize $3.00
CLASS 31 Best Decorated Cake
First prize $10
CLASS 32 Novelty Iced Cake
First prize $10
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CLASS 33
Best Decorated Cake by a junior (under 17) $10 donated by Kent Morris
CLASS 34
Sugar Art
$10 donated by Lainie Morris
CLASS 35
Fruit Cake baked by a Man- Round or square – not iced
COOKING FOR BOYS AND GIRLS under 17 years
ENTRY FEE 50 cents
1st prize $3.00;
2nd prize $1.50
CLASS 36 Sponge Sandwich Butter (butter icing filling).
CLASS 37 Plate of Biscuits or Cookies (three varieties no slices)
First Prize $5.00 donated by Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
CLASS 38 Plate of Six Small Cakes (iced but not decorated)
$5 donated by Mitchell QCWA
CLASS 39 Plate of Six Plain Pikelets.
$5 donated by Mitchell QCWA
CLASS 40 Plate of Six Pumpkin Scones
$5 donated by Mitchell QCWA
CLASS 41 Chocolate Cake iced
(Not Packet Cake)
$5 donated by Mitchell QCWA
CLASS 42
Novelty Iced Cake using butter icing (cake not judged)
Trophy donated by Mrs. M. Kerslake
COOKING FOR CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND UNDER
CLASS 43 Chocolate Cake iced. (not packet cake)
First Prize $5.00 donated by Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
CLASS 44 Plate of Two Types of Cookies or Biscuits, 3 of each.
First Prize $5.00 donated by Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
CLASS 45 Plate of Three Plain Pikelets
First Prize $5.00 donated by Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
CLASS 46 Novelty Iced Cake using butter icing (cake not judged)
Trophy donated by Mrs. E. Campbell
CLASS 47 Decorated Arrowroot Biscuit for under 6 yrs old only
MOST POINTS IN THE CHILDREN COOKING UNDER 17 YRS (CLASSES 35 TO 41)
Prize $10. donated by Estelle Taylor
MOST POINTS IN CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND UNDER (CLASSES 42 TO 45)
Trophy donated by Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
SECTION 12 - SWEETS AND PRESERVES
STEWARD: Eunice Campbell
No more than 2 entries by any one exhibitor per class, All entries are to be from a
separated batch.
All exhibits are to be in the hands of the stewards by 9.00 am on Monday the first
day of the show. Entries delivered on Sunday are appreciated.
Judging to commence 9.30 on Monday the first day of the show
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No second prize money will be awarded if less than three entries in any one class.
Please check for mould under lids before entry
Entry fee 50 cents.
First prize $3.00;
Second prize $1.50
CLASS 1
Plate of Chocolate Fudge
CLASS 2
Six Squares Marshmallows in Toasted Coconut
CLASS 3
Two Bars of Coconut Ice
CLASS 4
Plate of Plain Toffee (No entries from children under12 yrs, saftey reasons)
CLASS 5.
Plate of mixed sweets. (Two of each)
CLASS 6
Plate of Homemade Chocolates ((two of each & at least two different
varieties)
CLASS 7
Any Jar of Marmalade
CLASS 8
One Jar of Fig Jam
CLASS 9
One Jar of Rosella Jam Prize $5.00 donated by Helen Sallway
CLASS 10 One Jar of Ripe Tomato Jam
CLASS 11 One Jar of Any Other Jam
CLASS 12 One Jar of Vegetable/s Pickled Prize $5.00 donated by Helen Sallway
CLASS 13
One Jar of Chutney (any variety)
CLASS 14 One Jar of Mustard Pickles
CLASS 15
One Jar of Relish
CLASS 16 One Jar of Homemade Lemon Cheese
CLASS 17 One Jar of Homemade Preserves (Fowlers Outfit)
MOST POINTS IN THE SWEETS AND PRESERVES
CHAMPION PRESERVE
First Prize $10.00 donated by Mrs. Rosemary Brumpton
MOST POINTS OVER COMBINED HOUSEHOLD SECTIONS 11&12 Trophy donated
by Mrs. Barbara Brennan
The President and Committee of the Mitchell Show Society would like to thank all donors
of prize money and trophies for Household and Sweets and Preservers Sections 11 & 12.
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Mrs. E. Campbell
Mrs. Rhonda Mansfield
Mrs. H. Brumpton
Mrs. Christine Webster
Mitchell Hardware
Kent Morris,
Lainie Morris
Mitchell QCWA
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Mrs. M. Kerslake
Mrs. Barbara Brennan
Helen Sallway
Mrs. Rosemary Brumpton
Kate Fields
Mr. & Mrs. Mervyn. Gobbert
Shirley Handley
ECTION 13 - FARM AND GARDEN
Steward:
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All exhibits must be grown by the exhibitor
Non perishable exhibits are welcome on Sunday afternoon
All entries are to be in the hands of the steward by 9 a.m. on Monday, the first
day of the show.
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• Fruit to be ripe and vegetables to be of Show Stranded.
No second prize money will be awarded if fewer than three entries in any one class.
ENTRY FEE 50 cents 1st prize $2.00;
2nd prize $1.00
(unless otherwise
stated)
CLASS 1
Six White or Six Brown Hen Eggs. (presented in half egg cartons)
CLASS 2
Collection of Herbs (name if possible)
CLASS 3
Three of any variety of Cucumbers
CLASS 4
Beans (200 grams)
CLASS 5
One Head of Lettuce
CLASS 6
One Head of Cabbage
First prize $5.00 Ron Kerslake Memorial
Prize
CLASS 7
Bunch of 6 Shallots.
CLASS 8
Bunch of 3 Carrots own tops attached First prize $5.00 Ron Kerslake
Memorial Prize
CLASS 9
Bunche of 6 Radishes own tops attached
CLASS 10 Bunch of 3 Beetroot own tops attached
First prize $5.00 donated by
Sandra Harris
CLASS 11
Plate of any 3 Tomatoes First prize $5.00 donated by Sandra Harris
CLASS 12
Bunch of Parsley
CLASS 13
Capsicum - (2 pods)
CLASS 14
Bunch of 4 leaves Silverbeet
First prize $10.00 donated by Steve
Goeldner
CLASS 15
Display of Locally Grown Vegetables by Child or Children (not necessary
grown at School)
CLASS 16 Three Mandarins
First prize $5.00 Edna McKay Memorial Prize
CLASS 17 Three Navel Oranges
First prize $5.00 Edna McKay Memorial Prize
CLASS 18 Three Oranges (any other variety) First prize $5.00 Edna McKay Memorial
Prize
CLASS 19 Three Bush Lemons
First prize $5.00 Edna McKay Memorial Prize
CLASS 20 Three Grapefruit
CLASS 21 Three lemons (any other variety) First prize Trophy donated by Marlene
Harris
CLASS 22 Three Lemonades
First Prize Trophy donated by Marlene Harris
CLASS 23 Three of Any Other Citrus
CLASS 24 One Queensland Blue Pumpkin.
CLASS 25 One Butternut Pumpkin
CLASS 26 Collection of Pumpkins (varieties named) Trophy donated by Sandra Harris
CLASS 27 One Jap Pumpkin
CLASS 28 One Jarradale Pumpkin
CLASS 29 One Pumpkin (any other variety)
CLASS 30 Two Marrows or Two Squashes
CLASS 31 Plate of any Chillies
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CLASS 32
CLASS 33
CLASS 34
CLASS 35
CLASS 36
One Sweet Potato
Any Other Useful Fruit -Ripe
Any Other Useful Vegetable- Ripe
Any Giant Produce
Nut any variety Foliage/own tops included
MOST POINTS IN FARM AND GARDEN
Trophy donated by Gary Schefe Coomber
Bros Roma
The President and Committee of the Mitchell Show Society would like to thank all
donors of prize money and trophies for SECTION 13 FARM & GARDEN
Mrs. M. Kerslake Sandra Harris
Marlene Harris
Steve Goeldner
Coomber Brs. Roma
Mrs. Edna’s McKay Family
SECTION 14 - HORTICULTURE
FLORAL ART
Stewards Mrs. Marlene Watson and Mrs. Beth Treasure
REGULATIONS:
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All flowers and dried materials in this section may be purchased or home grown.
Foliage allowed in all classes except where otherwise stated
Fresh material to be used unless otherwise stated.
Foliage is - leaves of plants, shrub or tree with or without a stem and includes fern
and succulents.
• A bowl is a circular container which has a diameter greater than the height
• A vase is taller than its diameter.
All entries are to be in the hands of the steward by 9 am on Monday the first day of the
Show.
No second prize money will be awarded if fewer than three entries in any one class
ENTRY FEE 50 cents
1st prize $3.00;
2nd prize $1.50
CLASS 1
Basket of Mixed Flowers. (3 or more varieties or colours, front view, foliage
permitted)
CLASS 2
Jug of Flowers (front view)
CLASS 3
Autumn Arrangement - Tall and Elegant (may use fresh, dried, artificial or all
three)
CLASS 4
Fresh Foliage Arrangement (fresh material)
CLASS 5
Modern Arrangement of Chrysanthemums In, On or With Weather Wood
(Foliage permitted, fresh or dried)
CLASS 6
Arrangement to Represent a Song Title (accessories permitted and foliage)
CLASS 7
Kitchen Arrangement (fruit, vegetables, flowers, foliage, accessories allowed)
CLASS 8
An Arrangement Using Native Foliage and Flowers. (To be judged entirely on
its creativity and freshness. Not necessary by the floral guidelines.)
CLASS 9
Arrangement of Dried Material
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CLASS 10
Making the Most of Three Flowers
MOST POINTS IN FLORAL ART
Trophy donated by Mrs. Jenny Hockey
CHAMPION ARRANGEMENT FROM CLASSES 1-10 Trophy by Mrs. Ruby Waldron
CHILDREN SECTION (UNDER 12 YEARS)
CLASS 11 Decorated Saucer of Flowers (to be arranged in sand. NO accessories
All sand must be completely covered with flowers and must CONFORM to the shape
of the saucer. (Keeping the centre lower than the side of the saucer)
CLASS 12 Bowl or Vase of Flowers
CLASS 13 Theme Representing a Nursery Rhyme. Using any medium at all including
toys, flowers, etc.
CHILDREN SECTION 12 TO 17 YRS.
CLASS 14 Bowl or Vase of Flowers
CLASS 15 Arrangement of Dried Material
CLASS 16 Arrangement to represent a song
MOST POINTS IN THE CHILDREN'S FLORAL ART SECTION
Trophy donated by
Katrina Mansfield~
SECTION 15 - CUT FLOWERS
STEWARD:
REGULATIONS:
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Foliage allowed in all classes and could be an advantage
All flowers in this section must be grown by the exhibitor
All entries to be in the hands of the steward by 9 a.m. SHARP on Monday the first
day of the show
• No second prize money will be awarded if fewer than three entries in any one class
Entry fee 50 cents 1st prize $3.00; 2nd prize $1.50
CLASS 1
One stem of Chrysanthemum any colour own foliage attached
CLASS 2
One Chrysanthemum Flower any colour own foliage attached
CLASS 3
Container of Chrysanthemum (Not less than three colours)
CHAMPION CHRYSANTHEMUM (from classes 1 to 3) Trophy donated by Amby QCWA
CLASS 4
Three Different Coloured Geranium Blooms own foliage attached
CLASS 5
One Geranium - To be shown attached to own foliage
CLASS 6
One Ivy Geranium - To be shown attached to own foliage
CLASS 7
Three Different Coloured Ivy Geranium Blooms own foliage attached
CHAMPION GERANIUM (from classes 6 to 9)
Memorial Trophy donated in memory of Mrs. B. Whitelaw OAM
CLASS 8
Any Other Single Flower Not Previously Mentioned
CLASS 9
Flowers on a Single Stem (Not Bougainvillea)
CLASS 10 One Stem of Flowering Shrub, Tree or Vine (Not to include Bougainvillea)
CLASS 11 One Stem of Bougainvillea
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CLASS 12 Display of One Type of Flower of the Same Variety.
GRAND CHAMPION FLOWER CUT FLOWERS SECTION 15 Sash and Trophy donated
by Tanya Mansfield & Family
MOST POINTS IN THE CUT FLOWER SECTION
Trophy donated by Lainie Morris
SUPREME GRAND CHAMPION FLOWER OF THE SHOW. (Sections 15 & 16) Sash
SECTION 16 – ROSES
Stewards:
Mrs. Helen Sallway & Mrs. Libby Walker
REGULATIONS
1. All entries to be accompanied by a completed entry form with entry fees
included
2. All flowers in this section to be grown by the exhibitor
3. All exhibits are to be in the hands of the steward by 9 am on Monday the first day of
the show
4. Judging to commence by 9.30am
5. If possible names on roses please
6. Roses to have own foliage attached in all classes
7. No second prize money will be awarded if less than three entries in any one class
ENTRY FEE 50 cents
1st prize $3.00;
2nd prize $1.50
CLASS 1
Three White or Cream Roses - no buds attached
CLASS 2
Three Pink Roses - no buds attached
CLASS 3
Three Red Roses - no buds attached
CLASS 4
Three Yellow Roses - no buds attached
CLASS 5
Best Red Rose Bud (must show colour )
CLASS 6
Best Pink Rose Bud (must show colour)
CLASS 7
Best White or cream rose Bud (must show colour)
CLASS 8
Best Yellow Rose Bud
CLASS 9
Combination Rose Bud
CLASS 10 Best Rose Bud Any Other Colour
CLASS 11 One Red Rose
CLASS 12 One Pink Rose
CLASS 13 One White Rose
CLASS 14 One Yellow Rose
CLASS 15 One Rose Any Other Colour
CLASS 16 One Combination Rose
CLASS 17 Container of Miniature Roses
CLASS 18 One Stem of Miniature Rose Any Colour
Prize $5.00 donated by Helen Sallway
CLASS 19 One Stem of Floribunda Rose
CLASS 20 Any Other Rose
CLASS 21 Container of Roses- at least 3 colours
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CLASS 22
Roses in three stages (one variety, bud, part open, full bloom, three
stages on three separate stems.)
CLASS 23
Old Fashion Rose - David Austin etc.
CHAMPION ROSE
Trophy donated by Katrina Mansfield
MOST POINTS IN THE ROSE SECTION
Trophy donated by Barbara Caskey
SUPREME GRAND CHAMPION FLOWER OF THE SHOW (from sections 15 & 16)
Sash
SECTION 17 - POT PLANTS
Steward:REGULATIONS
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To entries are to be grown by the exhibitor for at least 3 months prior to the show
No second prize money will be awarded if less than three entries in any one class
Heavy containers or extra large plant pots unable to be moved by the stewards are
not acceptable
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ENTRY FEE 50 cents
1st prize $3.00;
2nd prize $1.50
CLASS 1
Indoor Plant (growing in a container)
CLASS 2
Indoor Fern (growing in a container)
CLASS 3
Flowering Pot Plant
CLASS 4
Hanging Basket
CLASS 5Indoor Cacti Garden, Succulents Permitted
MOST POINTS IN THE POT PLANT SECTION
Trophy
CHAMPION POT PLANT
Sash
The President and Committee of the Mitchell Show Society would like to thank all
donors of prize money and trophies for Sections 14, 15, 16, and 17:
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Ruby Waldron
Barbara Caskey
Tanya Mansfield
Karen Horsington
Amby QCWA
Section 18
Steward:
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Katrina Mansfield
L. Morris
Helen Sallway
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ART
Mrs. Jenny Walker ph. 46232619
Regulations:
~ All exhibits to be mounted on cardboard, light wood or framed and ready for hanging,
with name of exhibitor on back.
~ Exhibitors may nominate sale price- please attach price ticket to back of exhibit. The
show society will deduct 10% from sale price.
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~ All entries must be the artist’s own work and executed since the previous Mitchell show
(except for CLASS 23)
~ All entries to be in the hands of the steward by 12 noon on Sunday, the day prior to the
show.
~ If a piece of art is eligible for Local Scene award, please state locality on back.
ENTRY FEE: $1.00
1st Prize $5.00
2nd Prize $2.00
OPEN COMPETITION:
Any medium (including water colour)
CLASS 1
Land or Seascape
CLASS 2
Still Life
CLASS 3
Contemporary
CLASS 4
Portrait
CLASS 5
Any other subject
CLASS 6
Black and white open section (charcoal, pen or pencil)-any subject
DISTRICT COMPETITION (refer to map in front of cover) For district artist, not district
scene. Any medium (including water colour)
CLASS 7
Land or Seascape
CLASS 8
Still Life
CLASS 9
Contemporary
CLASS 10
Portrait
CLASS 11
Any other subject
CLASS 12
Black and white district section (charcoal, pen or pencil)-any subject
13 YEARS TO 17 YEARS SECTION- Any subject
CLASS 13 Water colour
CLASS 14 Any medium (for e.g. oil or acrylic)
CLASS 15 Black and white (charcoal, pen or pencil)
CLASS 16 Collage
12 YEARS AND UNDER-Any subject
CLASS 17 Water colour
CLASS 18 Any medium (for eg. oil or acrylic)
CLASS 19
Black and white (charcoal, pen or pencil)
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CLASS 20
Collage
SCULPTURE SECTION-OPEN. Maximum size 1mx1mx1m (if exhibit is larger please
confer with steward)
CLASS 21
Sculpture –any medium
SCULPTURE SECTION- UNDER 17 YEARS
CLASS 22
Sculpture- any medium
AWARDS
~ Best art exhibit, 12 years and under-$30.00. Bertha Foot Memorial prize.
~ Best art exhibit, 13 to 17 years- $15.00 donated by Mrs. Cecily Douglas
~ Champion oil or acrylic- $25.00 donated by Mrs Jenny Walker
~ Champion water colour- $25.00 donated by Mrs. Jenny Walker
~ A Mitchell scene (state location on back)-$10.00 donated by Mitchell Mini Mart
~ Best contemporary art exhibit-$15.00 donated by Mrs. Kim Noon
~ Encouragement award (for an artist with potential who has not won 1st or 2nd at current
Mitchell Show)-$15.00 donated by Mrs. Cecily Douglas
~ Most points for district artist- $15.00 donated by Mrs. Mel McEvoy
~ Peoples’ choice competition-prize money of $20.00
~ Open Sculpture-1st prize $20, 2nd prize$10- donated by Mr. Kent Morris
~ Grand Champion art exhibit, including sculpture-$40.00 donated by Mr and Mrs Kyle
Mansfield
The President and Committee of the Mitchell Show Society would like to thank all donors
of prize money for the art section.
John and Carolyn Berge
Mrs. K. Noon
Mr. and Mrs. B. Douglas
Mitchell Mini Mart
Mr. and Mrs. R. Walker
Mr. Kent Morris
Mrs. E. Gearey
Mrs. M. McEvoy
Mr. and Mrs. K. Mansfield
SECTION 19—PHOTOGRAPHY
STEWARD: Lynette Hancock
REGULATIONS:
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ASSISTANT STEWARD: Stacey Hughes
All classes limited strictly to amateurs.
The name of the exhibitor must not appear on the face of the photograph until
judge’s awards have been made.
All photos must have been taken personally by the exhibitor.
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Prints may be digital or conventional and made on any surface paper.
Printing and enlarging may be executed by the exhibitor or by a photographic
supplier.
• Print sizes to be as stated in each section and no larger.
• No previous winning entry accepted.
• ALL PRINTS AND ENLARGEMENTS ARE TO BE MOUNTED ON BLACK
CARDBOARD FOR DISPLAY WITH A BORDER OF 2cm SURROUNDING THE
PHOTO.
• No second prize money will be awarded if there are less than three entries in
any one class.
NOTE: Entries close at 12 noon on Saturday prior to the show. Entries can be left in the
hands of the steward at Mitchell Show Office on the Show Grounds up to that time. No late
entries accepted.
(The Photography Display will to be put up Saturday afternoon)
ENTRY FEE 50 cents per item
1st prize $5.00;
2nd prize $2.00
Children’s Section
Print size 10 x 15 cm - Under 12 yrs
Class 1
Flowers
Class 2
Animals
Class 3
Any other Subject
Junior Section Print size 10 x 15cm – Under 17 yrs
Class 4
Food
Class 5
Flowers/Animals
Class 6
Any other Subject
Open Section Colour Print size up to 10 x 15 cm
Class 7
Child Study – formal/candid
Class 8
Insects (one or more)
Class 9
Macro – Flowers
Open Section Colour/B&W up to A4
Class 10
Rural Scene/life on the farm
Class 11
Portrait (one person head/shoulders)
Class 12
A Special Event/food
Open Section Colour up to A4
Class 13
Sunrise or Sunset
Class 14
Sporting/Recreation
Class 15
Patterns of Nature
Class 16
Any other Subject
Open Section Misc – Colour/B&W Print Size 13 x 18
Class 17
Composite of Three photos
Class 18
Silhouette
Class 20
Local (Booringa) Scene
Class 21
Butterflies – one or more
AWARDS
Champion Photograph
Sash
Junior Champion Photograph (Classes 1-3) Prize $50 donated by Gigi Robertson
Most Points in Photography
Prize $50 donated by N & J Chiconi
Local Scene
Prize $50 donated by Booringa Action Group
B & W Portrait
Prize $25 donated by QGAP
Digitally Altered Photo
Prize $25 donated by QGAP
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Best Black & White Photo
Best Animal Photo
Special Prize
Prize $25 Supplied by Mitchell Show Society
Prize $50 donated by N & J Chiconi
Prize $25 donated by QGAP
The President and Committee of the Mitchell Show Society would like to thank all donors
of prize money and trophies for Section 19 Photography
Booringa Action Group
Gigi Robertson
Michelle Atwood
N & J Chiconi
Mitchell Show Society
Mitchell QGAP
SCHOOLWORK DISPLAY
A display for the Mitchell and districts schools will be held in the main pavilion as a
show case of the school work completed by students from these schools
DRESSAGE
It’s back! We are excited to announce that Dressage is back at the Mitchell Show.
Come along, try dressage and have fun while supporting your local Mitchell show.
For all ages, test from walk trot to novice. Two arenas and district level judges who
will be sportive and educational. The competition will kick off at 12.30pm on
Sunday 14th. May. Nominations must be in by 30th. April. Call Judith on
0427324489 or 46236948. Draws will be out 1 week prior.
MITCHELL SHOW SOCIETY INC.
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ENTRY FORM
P.O. Box 105
Mitchell 4465
To the secretary,
Subject to the rules, by-laws, and regulations of your society and of the Qld Chamber of
Agriculture Societies I make the following entries for the forthcoming Show. Pavilion
exhibitors agree to the following conditions relating to early removal of entries.
Please note closing times of your sections as per schedule- entry closing times must be
strictly adhered to
NO Pavilion exhibit shall be removed from the pavilion prior to 4.00 pm.
Entry fees must accompany this entry form - See schedule for entry fees.
Name of exhibitor
____________________________________________________________
Address
____________________________________________________________________
Signature of exhibitor
________________________________________________________
Section
Class Particulars of
exhibit
Entry fee
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Says Thankyou to the following:• Mitchell Show Society wishes to
acknowledge the sponsorship and
donations from both business and
individuals that are vital to the success of
the 2017 Mitchell Show. Thank you
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• Our sincere Thanks to the Maranoa
Regional Council for their continuing
support to the Mitchell Show
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• We are thankful to the 2017 Mitchell
Showgirls for the financial contributions
from their fund raising efforts
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• May we wish our girls every success at
the Regional Showgirls Judging to be held
in Mitchell.
on the 24th June 2017
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