Event series and annual editions

Keep the permanent identity

Use the series record for the established name, organising history and links to editions. A change of venue or sponsor should not automatically create a new historical series, but a similar name alone does not prove continuity either.

Create the edition record

Store the specific year or date range, host, location, entry information and source publications. If an event is postponed, retain the scheduling history. If it is cancelled, do not generate results or infer that a similarly named replacement is the same edition.

Link without inventing history

Connect results to the edition rather than placing them directly on the series page without context. Each claimed champion needs its edition, class and authoritative result. Where the archive has gaps, show available coverage rather than implying that every year has been checked.

Sources & further reading

References for this guide. Rules and services can change; check the responsible organisation for current details.

• Dogs Australia — rules and regulations (opens in a new tab)

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