Member Noticeboard

Sunbury Canine Club advise Mr Colm Hastings (Ireland) is unable to fulfil his group 7A - Dalmatians appointment.

Group 7A will now be judged by Mr Cristian Castillo (Chile).

Bendigo Agricultural Show Society advise Ms Fiona Ellis is unable to fulfil her group one appointment at the AM show and group seven appointment at the PM show.

Group one at the AM show will now be judged by Mrs Robyn Carter.
Group seven at the PM show will now be judged by Mrs Carol Hobday.

Knox Obedience Dog Club advise Roger Padfield is unable to fulfil his appointment. Novice, Excellent and Masters Gamblers will now be judged by Peter Buykx.

Victorian Herding Association advise that Sheep Tests have been added on Sunday 11 October 2026 to be judged by Ms Helen Weedon and Ms Tasha Sharp.

Portland & District Kennel Club advise Mr Gerald Price (NZ) is unable to fulfil his appointments.

Group three at the Friday show, group one at the Saturday AM show, group two at the Saturday PM show and group seven at the Sunday show will now be judged by Mr Jonathon Nash

Royal Geelong A&P Society advise Mr Eric Soti (SA) is unable to fulfil his judging appointments.

Group five and General Specials at the Friday show, group two, group four and Baby Puppy Sweepstakes at the Saturday show, group three and group six at the Sunday show will now be judged by Mrs Patricia Cutler (NSW).

Expressions of Interest

Opportunities currently exist to join the Investigations Committee on a volunteer basis.

This challenging and varied role offers an opportunity to become more involved with the organisation.

Investigation is a peer-to-peer process surrounding a diverse range of case types; misconduct, animal welfare, registrations, social media etc. Therefore, whilst the role of an investigator may be rewarding, it is not the role for everyone.

Ideally, candidates will volunteer an average of 2-3 hours a week.

Skills and experience

• Ability to remain impartial, fair and highly objective
• Capacity to learn and understand the Dogs Victoria/Dogs Australia Rules and Regulations and their application
• Ability to sort fact and evidence from hearsay enabling decisiveness
• Ability to remain diplomatic and calm
• Capacity to be methodical and organised
• Excellent written/communication/telephone skills
• Access to a computer with experience in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e. word, internet/ email)

Interested members are invited to submit an EOI and resume to Debbie Parker, Office Operations Manager, by email to dparker@dogsvictoria.org.au

Please title your email “EOI – Investigations Committee”. EOIs are sought by COB 30 October 2026

Werribee Obedience Dog Club advise Mrs Dawn Ayton is unable to fulfil her appointment. UDX and Open at this Obedience Trial will now be judged by Mrs Gaye Todd.

Whippet Association advise that class 14 has been added to the schedule.

Borzoi Club advise Dr Carla Day is unable to fulfil their property class appointment.
Property Classes will now be judged by Mrs Sylvia Meekings.