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Destiny” Q-82273 and Wade Miles
on “Riverview Ita” with 257 then
=9th/10th - Hugh Miles on Ian and
Carol Clarkes “Secret Plains
Maxwell” and Wally Rea on “One
Moore Metallic” A2-3067, with
256.
The Dalgety Stallion Shootout was
run over three rounds throughout
the week, with some excellent runs
from sires that competed in the Open
and also had progeny in the 2019
Classic Sale. The final on Friday
night was a big hit with a huge crowd
and it was mighty close in the end!
Congratulations to Natasha Carlon
and the incredible “Heatwave”
Q-57329, who put together two
smoking runs in the first two rounds
(2 x 89s) and a fantastic cut-out on
Friday (22.5) to snatch the win with
an aggregate of 200.5.
“Darlea Double Scotch” Q-76456,
sold for $40,000
Noel Chiconi with his purchase
“Yulgilbar Hot Chick” Q-81928
This year’s event was attended by
competitors, vendors, purchasers
and spectators from every corner
of Australia and beyond. The lives-
tream smashed view records from
more than 16 countries including
notable responses from the US,
Canada, India, Hong Kong, New
Zealand, UK, and the Netherlands.
We had a record number of phone
bids, particularly from international
clients.
The ever growing passion for Aus-
tralian bred Performance Horses
was evident last week, and is a true
testament to the dedication of ven-
dors who are consistently striving
to improve the genetics and training
of their horses. The industry has
developed so much in recent years to
meet the demand for superior horse
flesh, proving it can stand alone
amidst tough conditions.
On behalf of Landmark Equine we
cannot thank our staff, sponsors,
cattle donors and vendors enough
for their hard work in preparation
for the sale – it has paid off! To all
the traders, spectators, AELEC staff,
contractors and volunteers – thank
you. We could not run an event like
this without your treasured sup-
port. Congratulations must also go
to the Classic Ladies Foundation
and their supporters, who raised
over $70,000 for Kiss Goodbye to
MC and the Foundation for Breast
Cancer Care – a tremendous effort
once again.
Kimberley Sammon riding “Smartys High Card Q-64156”
owned by Darren & Jenny Rafton
Joe Maher and Chilli Bella Q-74928
(owned by Kylie Squires)
Bruce McNaughton on “Lil Acre”
Such exciting times still to come for
the Australian Performance Horse
Industry. We are extremely proud
to be a part of the action and look
forward to moving even further on-
wards and upwards in the future.
One Stylish Pepto Q-54631 and catch rider Jon Templeton in the
2019 Landmark Classic Open.
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