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Vol 8 : January 1, 1994

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RODEO

Courage, grit and determination along with a large quantity of talent were basic requirements for the 100 or so competitors at the annual Gisborne rodeo held in scorching heat at the Showgrounds. It was literally a case of "biting the dust" for competitors and spectators alike but the excitement of man against beast was great entertainment for the many locals and visitors who jammed every vantage point to watch.

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Heath Wallace all action In the 2nd Division Steer ride.

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Jamie Schuster's steer heads towards clown Paul Brown

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Watchful cowboys at the shoots.

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Nicks Head provides a spectacular backdrop to the crowd enjoying the thrills and spills of the rodeo.

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Blake Keane - timekeeper for the day.

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Clarry Church in the calf roping tying the piggin string on his calf.

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Ex NZ Champion Rex Church shows the style of a winner in the Bareback.

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Neville Hughes, last years Rookie Champion in the Open Bareback.

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Judge & Vice President of the Gisborne Rodeo Assoc. Noel Hobbs.

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Selwyn August, close to a touchdown in the Saddle Bronc Ride.

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Ron Parsons, 2nd in the Open Bareback.

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9 year old Stevie Church flying to third place in the Barrel Race.

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Clarry Church hanging on in the open Steer Wrestling.

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Andrea Stevens & Tessa - winner of the Ginger Tamanul Trophy for best local cowgirl.

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Clown Chubby Dale had a vital role to play.

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