Australian National Field Days: documented three-sheep trial context

Key facts

Documented activity

Three-sheep trial [source]

Association named in cited programme

NSW Sheepdog Workers Inc [source]

National belongs to the host’s name

The official 2019 programme describes a three-sheep trial run with NSW Sheepdog Workers Inc as part of Australian National Field Days. The word National in the host’s name should not be turned into a national sheepdog championship title for every placing. Record the specific trial identity and association. This avoids confusing the Field Days with the Canberra Nationals or the ASDWA Supreme merely because all involve Australian sheepdogs.

A historical programme is real evidence

The programme and the organiser’s published site map identify the sheepdog activity. They support a source-backed explanation of the event’s dog connection, while leaving annual continuity and current arrangements open to confirmation. A map establishes an allocated area; a schedule explains the intended competition; and a result establishes an outcome. Use each for its actual purpose rather than deriving winners or full entry fields from a site plan.

Learn across the agricultural setting

A field-days visit can connect stock handling with livestock systems, machinery, products and agricultural education. For the dog component, watch the handler’s route, the dog’s approach and the sheep’s movement together. If interested in applying what you see on a farm, seek structured instruction and an assessment of your own dog. A public trial showcases an assessed task but does not supply a safe do-it-yourself introduction to stock.

Keep visitor and competitor permissions separate

The cited programme distinguishes ordinary dog attendance from competing or authorised display dogs and assistance-related access. Check the current policy directly rather than assuming a trial makes the site generally pet-friendly. Exhibitors may also have specific requirements for demonstrations or animal displays. A public archive should retain the edition, original source and any coverage gaps, and avoid copying incidental administrative details, commercial contacts or whole pages when a small sporting fact and source link are enough.

Common questions

Sources & further reading

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

• Australian National Field Days — official programme resources (opens in a new tab)
• Australian National Field Days — published map (opens in a new tab)

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