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HomeGazetteShow jumping trump a treat

Show jumping trump a treat

SHOW Jumping at the Berwick Show is an established event on the show jumping circuit.
The organisers pride themselves on providing a program that will please competitors and entertain spectators.
The team, which includes renowned course designer David Sheppard, judges Ann Garner and Annie White, and announcer Brian Brennan, make the event a truly enjoyable one.
Akoonah Park offers much shade and is well presented, making it a major attraction for competitors and spectators alike as February can often be very warm.
The jumping arena is always well prepared by the Akoonah Park Committee and provides a suitable surface for the riders. A large grand stand is hired to provide arena viewing in comfort for over 200 spectators under the shade of the large trees.
Once again show jumping will provide one of the main arena attractions on Saturday evening with the crowd pleasing Six Bar Event sponsored by Bendigo Bank. This elimination event is easy to follow and always exciting to see how big the horses can jump through a straight line course of six fences rising in height over five successive rounds. The last successful competitor is the winner.
The organisers gratefully acknowledge the sponsors who help make this a great show. This year Racing Victoria Ltd will sponsor a new award for best performed Thoroughbred horse over the two days of showjumping. Josie and Sean Hamilton from Berwick Drafting and Design, Hanson Construction Materials, Skye Park Rugs and the National Australia Bank will sponsor the Sunday program. Equinade Products will once again provide the winners with their quality products.
Show Jumping at Berwick Show is definitely a must go see, so buy yourself an icecream, find a seat in the grandstand and sit back and enjoy watching the skills of horse and rider negotiating these exciting show jump courses.

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