Atihau offers dog trials cash

Ruapehu Bulletin, Volume 14, Issue 656, 1 October 1996, Page 5

Atihau offers dog trials cash

There was a total of 95 entries for the weekend's Pal Meaty Bites National Y ard dog trial series, held at Ohorea station, Parapara Road, Raetihi. Rodney O'Neill, the station's manager, said he was pleased to see a good turn-out. This year Atihau Incorporation put up prize money of $500 and $300 for first and second place respectively of local competitors working for the incorporation. John Ledger, accountant for Pal Meaty Bites in the rural market, said they are keen to encourage first timers, and those unable to compete at other trials, in this series which culminates in the final before the Easter Show 1997. This was the first of six North Island trials and four South Island trials. Wanganui area trials president Merv Williams welcomed all competitors and thanked Pal, Rodney O'Neill and his staff for the use of the property, and the Raetihi Pony Club for providing the food. The open final winner was W Falkner with his dog 'Chap' from Mangamahu. BruceParkinsonfromTanapara Station, Raetihi, came in a close second with his dog 'Chance' , just half a point behind. R Badbock and 'Gem' from Piopio were third. There was a small show ring event also run for heading dogs, sponsored by Challenge Realty. Results: Pal Yard Dog Series: Open Event: 1 W Falkner with Chap, 94; B Parkirison andChance,94;3RBabock,Gem, 93. Open Maiden: 1 C Wellington & Quinn, 93; 2 S Bates & Mick, 92; 3 K Dobbs & Fred, 90. Local Maiden: 1 S Bates & Mick, 92; 2 K Dobbs & Fred, 90; 3 K Dobbs & Bess, 89. Show Ring Day One: Open: 1 B McDougal & Boy; 2 J Welsh & Tess, 3 D Cochrane & Paddy. Maiden: 1 B McDougal & Boy; 2 B McDougal & Tweed; 3 A Leiper & Dice. Day Two, open: S Shaw & Hope; 2 B Jensen & Kate, 3 P Williams & Tex. Maiden: 1 B Jensen & Kate; 2 B Jones & Pat; 3 G Carver & Liz. Atihau Incorporation: 1 M Haynes & Tess, 94; 2 C Baird & Charlie, 86; 3 R O'Neill & Guy.