Rules for Horses in Action

  1. Entrance fee $2.00 except where otherwise specified.
  2. All entrants must be members of thew Coonalpyn & District A. & H. Society Inc.
  3. All exhibits must be ready to enter the ring when requested by Stewards.
  4. All nominations to be paid for before competitors enter the ring.
  5. All horses must be nominated by bonafide owner, and where entries are in partnership correct initials must be given on entry.
  6. Any person guilty of improper practice will be liable to disqualification.
  7. Stallions will not be allowed to compete in harness or hack classes, but can compete in jumping events.
  8. Disputes committee - President or Secretary of any club or society shall have the right to call five or more Association delegates together to settle any dispute that may arise.
  9. Judges are empowered to withhold prizes in any class where they consider exhibits unworthy, and may award second prize instead of first prize.
  10. Winners of pairs are not eligible for consolation events.
  11. Judge's decision is final.
  12. Any owner guilty of corrupt practice shall be disqualified by the Association.
  13. Riding attire to be worn by contestants in horse events where possible including riding hats.
  14. Persons competing in any event to do so at their own risk.
  15. Protests to be in the hands of Secretary 10 minutes, after event accompanied with the fee of $10, which will be forfeited if protest is not upheld.
  16. The committee reserves the right to make any alterations they deem necessary.
  17. The committee reserves the right to cancel any event on the programme.