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General News
20 February, 2026
Working dogs put on a quality show
WORKING dogs from across the country put their best paws forward during the recent Australian Sheepdog Championship in Koroit.
The five day event, which ran from February 9-14 at Victoria Park, attracted some of the country’s most skilful dogs and their handlers.
The major competition on the program, the prestigious 2026 Ross Dodge Open, was won by Mick Hudson with Echo Park Mel.
The Reach Veterinary and Advisory Service Improver section was won by Terry Martino with Marionvale Bo while the Tony Whitehead Novice award was taken out by Simon Leaning with Marionvale Kipper.
Stephen Bullas and his dog Clancy was the winner of the Let’s Talk Foundation Encourage section while the Trans Tasman competition was won by Conor McConnell with McConnell’s Lad.
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