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HORSE SECTION

DOWNLOAD PDF ENTRY FORM FOR HORSE / PONIES / SIDE SADDLE
DOWNLOAD PDF OF 99TH EQUESTRIAN SCHEDULE
COMPETITORS compete at their own risk.  Katikati A&P Society disclaims responsibility in the event of an accident to any horse, competitor, spectator or property.
 
Any exhibit may only be entered in the Show Hack or Riding Horse or Saddle Hunter Section.  An exhibit may only be entered in a Lady's or Gentleman's class, not both.
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
The entry to each horse section is $35. RAS Levy inclusive.
 
ENTRIES:   Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
Send to  [email protected]

 DOWNLOAD AN ENTRY FORM HERE 
 
LATE ENTRIES:   Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
 
PRIZES  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
 
INQUIRIES:         All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 027 2734835 or  [email protected]
 
 
LOLLY SCRAMBLE IN PONY RING AT 12:15 PM
KINDLY DONATED BY FARMLANDS TE PUNA

SUNDAY 4th February 2024

RING 1
 
SHOW PONIES

ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies (07) 549 0067 or [email protected]
 
POINTS PRIZE FOR THE DAY & SASH - $35 – Points to be awarded
1st – 8pt         2nd – 6pt        3rd – 4pt         4th – 2pt
Sponsored by Parihaka Holdings
 
JUDGING starts at 9.00a.m.
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
HEIGHT CERTIFICATE: All ponies competing in the Pony Ring must have a current height certificate. 
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
 
PONY CLASSES: Ponies and Riders competing in Pony competitions cannot compete in Hack competitions.  Ponies must not be over 148cm and riders must be under 17 years of age.  A Pony may only be entered in the Show Pony Section or the Saddle Hunter Pony Section – not both.  All novice pony classes are open to riders of any age.
 
CLASS:
 
1          Novice Show Pony, 0-2 wins
Sponsor – Tanner Spraying
2          Novice Show Pony, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Katikati Hammer Hardware
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION NOVICE SHOW PONY
No entry fee.Open to 1st place getters in classes 1 to 2

 
3          Novice Paced and Mannered Show Pony 0-2 wins
Sponsor – Cross Autos
4          Novice Paced and Mannered Show Pony 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Allied Shelter Trimmers
5          Open Show Pony, not exceeding 128cm
Sponsor – Katikati Orchard and Fencing Contractors
6          Open Show Pony, over 128cm not exceeding 138cm
Sponsor – Bay Built Homes
7          Open Show Pony, over 138cm not exceeding 148cm
Sponsor – Elite Garden Design and Maintenance
 
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION OPEN SHOW PONY
No entry fee.Open to 1st place getters in classes 6 to 7
 
8          Open Paced and Mannered Show Pony
            Sponsor – Katikati Paper Plus
9          Rider 16years and under riding a Show Pony – Not a HOY Qualifier
            Sponsor – Hideaway Nurseries


SADDLE HUNTER PONIES
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse section is $35
                                  Entries close 20th January 2024
                               Send to [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies (07) 549 0067 or [email protected]
 
JUDGING to follow on from Show Ponies.
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
 
A Pony may only be entered in the Show Pony Section or the Saddle Hunter Pony Section – not both.  All novice pony classes are open to riders of any age.
 
CLASS:
 
10       Novice Paced and Mannered 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Mural Town Movers
11       Novice Saddle Hunter Pony 0-2 wins
Sponsor – Alison Rudd – Tall Poppy Real Estate
12       Novice Saddle Hunter Pony 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Birchwood Packhouse
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION NOVICE SADDLE HUNTER PONY. 
No entry fee.Open to 1st place getters in classes 11 to 12

Champion to receive John Fotheringhame Memorial Sash
 
13       Open Saddle Hunter Pony, not exceeding 128cm
Sponsor – Katikati Tyre Shop
14       Open Saddle Hunter Pony, over 128cm not exceeding 138cm
Sponsor – Johnson Builders (2010) Limited
15       Open Saddle Hunter Pony, over 138cm not exceeding 148cm
Sponsor – Seeka
 
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION OPEN SADDLE HUNTER PONY.
No entry fee. Open to 1st place getters in classes 13 to 15
 2nd placed Open Saddle Hunter Pony to the Champion to be judged alongside the remaining
winners for Reserve Champion.
 
16       Open Paced and Mannered Saddle Hunter Pony
            Sponsor – Bee NZ
17       Rider 16years and under riding a Saddle Hunter Pony – Not a HOY Qualifier
            Sponsor – Alison Rudd – Tall Poppy Real Estate

 
SADDLE HUNTERS – OVER 148cm
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies (07) 549 0067 or [email protected]
 
JUDGING starts at 1:30pm approx.
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
Riders Lady or gentleman, 17 years and over.  Rules state age of Riders and handlers – Riders in horse ring (exhibits over 148cm) must be 12 years and over.  An exhibit may only be entered in a Lady's or Gentleman's class – not both.  Horses will be required to gallop within the confines and constraints of the venue involved.
 
CLASS:
 
18       Novice Saddle Hunter, 0-2 wins
Sponsor – Downes Services Limited
19       Novice Saddle Hunter, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Bee NZ
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION NOVICE SADDLE HUNTER
No entry fee.Open to 1st place getters in classes 18 to 19
 
20      Novice Paced and Mannered Saddle Hunter, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Andrew Earl Insurance Broker
21       Open Saddle Hunter, over 148cm not exceeding 158cm
Sponsor – Bee NZ
22       Open Saddle Hunter, over 158cm not exceeding 163cm
Sponsor – David Hayes Buzz Apiaries
23       Open Saddle Hunter, over 163cm
Sponsor– Georges Autos
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION OPEN SADDLE HUNTER
 
No entry fee. Open to place 1st place getters in open classes only 21 to 23
 2nd placed horse to the Champion to be judged alongside the remaining winners for
 Reserve Champion
Champion to receive Owen Henry Memorial Sash
 
24        Open Lady's Saddle Hunter on Type (conformation class.  Lady or Gentleman Rider
Sponsor – Fortheringhame Contractors Limited
 
25        Open Gentleman's Saddle Hunter on Type (confirmation class) – Lady or
Gentleman Rider
Sponsor – Seeka
 
26       Open Paced and Mannered Saddle Hunter
Sponsor – 1st Signs
 
27        Rider Lady or Gentleman riding a Saddle Hunter – Not a HOY Qualifier
Sponsor – AG Shelter Trimmers

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RING 2
 
HACKS
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to   [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 0272734835 or [email protected]
 
JUDGING starts at 9 am. 
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
 
 
Riders Lady or gentleman, 17 years and over.  Rules state age of Riders and handlers – Riders in horse ring (exhibits over 148cm) must be 12 years and over.  An exhibit may only be in the Show Hack or Riding Horse or Saddle Hunter section.  An exhibit may only be entered in a Lady's or Gentleman's class – not both.
 
 
CLASS:
 
28       Novice Small Hack to 158cm, 0-2 wins
Sponsor – David Hayes Buzz Apiaries
29        Novice Small Hack to 158cm, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Giles & Associates Charted Accountants
30        Novice Large Hack over 158cm, 0-2 wins
Sponsor – Taylor Brothers
31        Novice Large Hack over 158cm, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Kiwi Bobcats
 
CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION NOVICE HACK
No entry fee Open to 1st place getters in classes 28 to 31
 
32        Novice Paced and Mannered Hack 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Keith’s Panel Shop
33        Open Hack, over 148cm and not exceeding 153cm
Sponsor – Tanners Spraying
34        Open Hack, over 153cm and not exceeding 158cm
Sponsor – Taylor Brothers
35        Open Hack, over 158cm and not exceeding 163cm
Sponsor – Switch Electrical
36        Open Hack, over 163cm
Sponsor – Linich Engineering
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION OPEN SMALL HACK
No Entry fee. Open to 1st Placegetters in Open classes 33 to 34, 2nd placed Open Small Hack to the Champion to be judged alongside the remaining winners for Reserve Champion.
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE OPEN LARGE HACK
No entry fee. Open to all 1st Placegetters in Open Classes 35 to 36, 2nd placed open Large Hack to Champion to be judged alongside remaining winners for Reserve Champion.
 
37       Open Lady's Hack on Type over 148cm and not exceeding158cm (conformation class) – Lady or Gentleman Rider.
Sponsor – Gene Jacobson Fencing Contractors
38        Open Gentleman’s Hack on Type over 148cm and not exceeding158cm (conformation class) – Lady or Gentleman Rider.
Sponsor –Giles & Associates Charted Accountants
39         Open Lady’s Hack on Type over 158cm (conformation class) – Lady or Gentleman Rider
Sponsor – Just Avocados
40         Open Gentleman’s Hack over 158cm (conformation class) – Lady or Gentleman Rider
Sponsor – Darling Horticultural Services
 41        Open Paced and Mannered Small Hack over 148cm not exceeding 158cm
Sponsor – Darling Horticultural Services
42        Open Paced and Mannered Large Hack over 158cm
Sponsor – Alison Rudd – Tall Poppy Real Estate
 43        Rider Lady or Gentleman riding a Hack – Not a HOY Qualifier
Sponsor – Giles & Associates Charted Accountants

SIDE SADDLE
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to   [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 0272734835 or [email protected]
 
ALL SIDE SADDLE EVENTS (EXCEPT NOVICE) ARE KINDLY SPONSORED BY:
KATIKATI WHOLESALE & TAB, THE BOOHAI
 
START TIME:        starts at 12:30pm (approx.)
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
NOVICE CLASSES:  First Season Side Saddle for that combination.
        KINDLY SPONSORED BY LOUELLEN DAVIES
 
 CLASS:
                                   
44       Best Presented
45       Concours de-elegance
(Overall picture of de-elegance Period Costume acceptable)
46       Novice Rider
47       Best Rider
48       Best Novice Side Saddle Mount
49       Best Side Saddle Mount
50       Novice Paced and Mannered
51       Best Paced and Mannered
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION NOVICE.
       No entry fee.  Open to 1st place getters in classes 48 to 50.
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION SIDE SADDLE MOUNT.
       No entry fee.  Open to 1st place getters in classes 49 and 51.
 
       Lucky Strike Memorial Sash for winner of Champion Class.
 
51a Costume Class – traditional or historical
            Winner to receive Top Gear Trophy
 
 
RIDING HORSE – OVER 148cm

 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to   [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 0272734835   or [email protected]
 
JUDGING starts at 1:30pm approx.
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
 
Riders Lady or gentleman, 17 years and over.  Rules state age of Riders and handlers – Riders in horse ring (exhibits over 148cm) must be 12 years and over.  An exhibit may only be entered in the Show Hack or Riding Horse or Saddle Hunter section.  An exhibit may only be entered in a Lady’s or Gentleman’s class – not both.  Horses will be required to gallop within the confines and constraints of the venue involved.  The Novice status of the horse from previous Show Hack, Park Hack or Saddle Hunter competitions will apply to this ‘Riding Horse’ section.
 
 
CLASS:
 
52     Novice Riding Horse, 0-2 wins
Sponsor – Matt’s Bobcat and Digger Services
53     Novice Riding Horse, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Switch Electrical
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION NOVICE RIDING HORSE
No entry fee.Open to 1st place getters in classes 52 and 53
 
54    Novice Paced and Mannered Riding Horse, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Northern Automotive Truck and Tractor
55    Open Riding Horse, over 148cm not exceeding 158cm
Sponsor– The Big Avocado
56   Open Riding Horse, over 158cm not exceeding 163cm
Sponsor – Taylor Brothers 
57   Open Riding Horse, over 163cm
Sponsor – Seeka
 
         CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION OPEN RIDING HORSE
         Open to 1st placegetters in the Open classes 55 to 57, 2nd placed to the Champion
         to be judged alongside the remaining winners for Reserve Champion.
 
 
58        Open Lady's Riding Horse on Type (conformation class) – Lady or
Gentleman Rider
Sponsor – Dominion Salt Limited
59        Open Gentleman’s Riding Horse on Type (conformation class) – Lady or
Gentleman Rider
Sponsor –Taylor Brothers
60      Open Paced and Mannered Riding Horse
Sponsor – Smokey’s Seafood
61      Rider Lady or Gentleman riding a Riding Horse – Not a HOY Qualifier
Sponsor – Birchwood Packhouse
 
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RING 3
 
LEAD REIN
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 0272734835 or [email protected]
 
Goodie Bags Kindly Donated by Louellen Davies & Countdown Katikati
 
RULES:
  • In this section, the judging criteria is 60% suitability, temperament and safeness, and 40% conformation and paces.
  • Riders in this section may not enter any other section, unless a Lead Rein class(s) in a Breed section.
  • Riders must be under 8years, with a minimum age of 4years.
  • Ponies to be led by a leader/attendance (14years and over) with the lead rein attached to the caveson nose band of a snaffle bridle.
  • Ponies will be asked to walk and trot – no cantering under any circumstances. 
  • Running or bearing reins or similar tackle are not allowed.
 
JUDGING starts at 9.00a.m.
 
HORSE OF THE YEAR (HOY) QUALIFYING
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
 
CLASS:
 
62      Best on Parade – Pony, Rider and Handler
63      Novice Lead Rein Pony not exceeding 128cm (0-5 wins)
64      Open Lead Rein Pony not exceeding 123cm
65      Open Lead Rein Pony over 123cm – not exceeding 128cm
 
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION LEAD REIN PONY.
No entry fee.Open to 1st place getters in classes 63 to 65
 
66       Novice Paced & Mannered Lead Rein Pony not exceeding 128cm (0-5 wins)
67       Open Paced & Mannered Lead Rein Pony not exceeding 128cm
68       Best Rider On Flat – 4 & 5 years
69       Best Rider On Flat – 6 & 7 years

FIRST YEAR RIDDEN
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024 to   [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 0272734835 or [email protected]
 
JUDGING to follow on from Lead Rein.
 
NO HEIGHT CERTIFICATE, NO ENTRY, NO EXCEPTIONS.

  • This is a transition ring from being led to riding on your own.  Riders in this section may not enter any other section, unless in a First Ridden Class(s) in a Breed section. 
  • First Ridden Rider is only able to compete in the First Ridden Section for a maximum of 24 months from the date of their first show.
  • The age limit in the First Ridden section is under 10years.
  • In this section, the judging criteria is 60% suitability, temperament and safeness, and 40% conformation and paces.
 
Horse of the Year (HOY) Qualifying
 
CLASS:
 
70        Best on Parade
Sponsor – Seeka
71       Novice First Ridden Pony, not exceeding 138cm, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Alan Dawson
72      Open First Ridden Pony, not exceeding 128cm
Sponsor – Katikati Building Supplies
73      Open First Ridden Pony, over 128cm not exceeding 138cm
Sponsor – Northern Automotive Truck & Tractor
 
CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION FIRST RIDDEN PONY.
           No entry fee.  Open to 1st place getters in classes 71 to 73
 
74       Novice Paced and Mannered First Ridden Pony, not exceeding 138cm, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Andrew Earl Insurance
75      Open Paced and Mannered First Ridden Pony
Sponsor – Village Butchery, Katikati
76      Novice Rider First Ridden Section, 0-5 wins
Sponsor – Village Butchery, Katikati
77      Open Rider First Ridden Section
Sponsor – Tanners Spraying

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RING 4
 
SHOW HUNTER HACKS & PONIES
 
ALL COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE
                                
ENTRY FEE:         The entry fee to each Katikati A&P Show Horse Section is $35
                                 (RAS Levy inclusive per section)
ENTRIES:              Close 5pm Saturday 20th January 2024
                                 Send to [email protected]
LATE ENTRIES:  Are available on the day for an extra $10 per horse
PRIZES                  Our show this year is Ribbons only, excluding the high points sections.
INQUIRIES:           All horse inquiries to Louellen Davies 0272734835 or [email protected]
 
Waihi & Katikati Points Trophy Kindly Donated by:
Katikati Mural Town Traders
Highest points Hack or Pony at Katikati Show Hunter Competition
Winner Highest Points Trophy + $150.00
Kindly Donated by:  Alan Dawson & Waihi A & P Show
 
APPROVED tagged, Safety helmets must be worn at all times. 
 
COMMENCING: with free Practice Rounds 08:30am sharp until 09:30am
 
HEIGHT:  50cm
 
CLASS:
 
78          Liz Ward Competition Round 50cm Ponies
79           Tanners Spraying Competition Round 60cm Hacks
80           John Bannister Estate Competition Round 60cm Ponies
81           Giles & Associates Chartered Accountants Competition Round 70cm Hacks
82           Linich Engineering Competition Round 70cm Ponies
83           Waihi Beach Vets Competition Round 80cm Hacks
84           Alan Dawson Competition Round 80cm Ponies
85           Country Engineering Competition Round 90cm Hacks
86           Downs Services Limited Competition Round 90cm Ponies
87           Seeka Competition Round 1.00m Hacks

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