Miniature show

Probably the most important event on the calendar of the Wakatu Pony Club is the miniature show, held each year a few weeks before the A and P show. Riders from many district pony clubs converged on the airport for the day, and the brilliant sunshine undoubtedly added to the unqualified success it was. Much of the jumping was disappointing, but several competitors added to their reputations with outstanding exhibitions.

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Three-year-old Tania Schofield handled little Tom Thumb like a veteran

Geoffrey Rowland, who received the champion award for ponies up to and including 12.2 hands, gets his ribbon from judge, Mr H. M. Fairweather.

Cindy Coleman, aged 7, on a pony (Michael) suited to her size

"Hey, thar, you ornery moke, come here"

A section of the big crowd of spectators and competitors

Jackie Tyrell on Kotare, a close second in the maiden hack jump

Chris Hoad, on Nicolette, won the maiden hack jump after a fast jump-off

Outstanding pony jumper: Reay Fitzgerald on Wendy Legend

Remember Coppertop, that fabulous little jumper of a few years back? Well, this pony, Heidi, with Theresa Cooper (Murchison) up, is a sister, and a magnificent jumper also.

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The Nelson Photo News

No 73 : November 12, 1966

Miniature show