Mount Isa Rodeo - 2016 Program by Vink Publishing

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MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER FOR TOURISM AND MAJOR EVENTS THE HON KATE JONES MP Welcome to Outback Queensland for the 2016 Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo – part of a vibrant calendar of events which ensures Queensland has Australia’s best live events in the best destinations. More than 30,000 visitors are expected to flock to Outback Queensland this week for the largest and richest rodeo in the southern hemisphere – more than doubling the population of Mount Isa. I am delighted this iconic event has been recognised for its continued success by being elevated to major event status by Tourism and Events Queensland. It is well-deserved recognition for an event which showcases this iconic Queensland destination to the world and provides great economic benefit to the region.

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The Palaszczuk Government proudly supports this event through Tourism and Events Queensland as part of the It’s Live! in Queensland major events calendar. I wish all competitors a fun and safe rodeo and thank the organisers, volunteers and those who came together to deliver this great event for Queensland. To those visiting the region, I hope you enjoy the event and I encourage you to make the most of your experience in Outback Queensland. The Hon. Kate Jones MP MINISTER FOR TOURISM AND MAJOR EVENTS

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WELCOME – MAYOR OF MOUNT ISA It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2016 Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo. This Rodeo is one of our city’s greatest treasures, an event which is celebrated by the city’s residents, as well as visitors from all corners of the globe, offering Mount Isa the chance to share our community and unique outback environment with the world. I’m proud to support an event that not only provides direct and indirect economic benefits to the city, but one that continues to grow and prosper, becoming one of the country’s most iconic events. I have a strong connection with the rodeo and it is my greatest pleasure to become Mayor of this city in the same year that the Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo is awarded major event status. I offer my sincere congratulations to the Mount Isa Rotary Rodeo Inc (MIRRI) Board on this great achievement. I invite all residents, visitors, kids, cowboys, and cowgirls to saddle up and enjoy the ride this year at the great 2016 Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo. Joyce McCulloch – MAYOR OF MOUNT ISA

MOUNT ISA MINES AND THE ISA RODEO – A LEGENDARY PARTNERSHIP SINCE 1959

So why do we get behind the Isa Rodeo every year? The answer’s simple. Each year, the Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo attracts over 30,000 spectators and participants to north west Queensland. It’s estimated to inject $5.2 million into the local economy and contributes about $11.6 million into the greater Queensland economy annually. ‘The biggest rodeo in the southern hemisphere’ places our region front and centre on the world stage, and plays a big role in attracting tourism to the Mount Isa region. This year, another important partnership has been forged - between Tourism and Events Queensland and the Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo which gives major event status to the already iconic event, which helps to draw even more interstate and international visitors to the north west. This weekend, thousands of avid rodeo fans will converge on the city. And it’s no wonder – with more than 500 of the country’s best riders lining up for $230,000 in cash and prizes, the 2016 Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo promises to be bigger and better than ever! Good luck to all this weekend’s competitors and spectators. Hold on to your hats, and welcome to the 2016 Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo.

WELCOME – MOUNT ISA MINES ROTARY RODEO MANAGER From its humble beginnings in 1959, with a prize pool of 500 pounds on offer, Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo has grown to legendary status and during this year, the event was recognised with Major Event status by Tourism and Events Queensland. 2016 will mark our greatest prize pool, to attract the very best competitors. Combine this with Ashton Entertainment and our live music entertainment - Festi’bull - all Saturday and Sunday, this year promises to deliver great value for money. I’m amazed at the support given by our local community and very generous sponsors, many of whom have been partnering with us for more than ten years, some since its inception. I would like to particularly recognise our band of hundreds of volunteers and the Rotarians who all contribute to make this event happen. Natalie Flecker – MOUNT ISA MINES ROTARY RODEO MANAGER

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Once again Mount Isa Mines is proud to continue our long term support as the naming rights sponsor and gold sponsor of the Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo – a partnership that has been in place since the first rodeo in 1959.

$230K

Australia’s richest rodeo, the Isa Rodeo has a prize pool totalling AUD$230,000.

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Australian & international rodeo competitors

volunteers

Visitors eat 16,000 buckets of hot chips; 13,000 burgers; 9,500 pizzas and 6,000 steak sandwiches – all washed down with 30,000 beers and 40,000 bottles of water! certs, Mardi gras, live con e sid nt, me ain entert stalls, show alley, market food, drinks.

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The Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo is part of the Australian Professional Rodeo Association (APRA) circuit.

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Professional riders competing in saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding, bull riding, rope & tie, steer wrestling and team roping, junior steer ride, ladies barrel racing and ladies breakaway roping.

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The first Mount Isa Rodeo was staged in 1959 to put the new city of Mount Isa on the map and raise money for much needed community services.

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$4.5+ A non-profit organisation, the Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo is presented by the two Rotary Clubs of Mount Isa. The Isa Rodeo has raised nearly $5 million which has been donated back to charities, cultural and sporting groups in Mount Isa and across the North West region. The rodeo is also the largest fundraising platform for many community groups and services.

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Donated back to charities, cultural and sporting groups.

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Scenic Helic Flights from thopter e Rodeo

Combine your experiences for a CHUTE TOUR, 3 DAY RODEO EXPERIENCE or a 5 DAY ULTIMATE RODEO EXPERIENCE (Gold Class seating, 3 day rodeo pass, Mount Isa Unearthed Tour, Premium Chute Tours, Bush Poets Breakfast and Mailman Express horse race). All available at

www.isarodeo.com.au

CAMP ONSITE

M E ET A PRE -PU RC N D TOU RS ATHASE M E R C H A N TH E DISE STAN D

Camp at Rodeo HQ, Buchanan Park. You can’t get closer than this. BYO swag, tent or van, or have it set up for you in Tent City.

UNEARTHED TOUR

Visit the famous “Outback@Isa” and go deep under the earth for a hands on experience at mining and explore ancient fossils.

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FEATURED EVENTS

RODEO TWENTY20 // SAT 1.15PM, 7PM Rodeo Twenty20 is back! Watch our top competitors go head to head in a fast and furious, two hour showcase of world-class rodeo action! You’ll be on the edge of your seat as you watch them compete in ALL seven events – bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback, steer wrestling, roping, ladies barrel racing and breakaway roping. It’s like Twenty20 cricket, rodeo style.

MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL & PARADE // FRI 5PM, PARADE 7PM Join us from 5pm on Friday for the iconic Mardi Gras Festival & Parade. With free family entertainment, dance groups and activities, the parade kicks off at 7pm. This year’s theme “Love of Our Land” will showcase local businesses, community groups, schools and clubs in a fantastic visual spectacular.

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT // FRI, SAT, SUN Amazing performances with the famous Ashton Entertainment throughout each day with hands on circus skills workshops.

FESTI’BULL // LJ HOOKER STAGE, XSTRATA EXHIBITION CENTRE, SAT + SUN Join in the fun with the new Festi’bull live music, line dancing and entertainment.

OPENING CEREMONY // FRI 7.50PM After Mardi Gras, head to the Rodeo Arena where the festivities continue with the official Opening Ceremony Friday 7.50pm.

SIDESHOW ALLEY + MARKETS // ALL WEEKEND The iconic sideshow alley is a must experience for any kid at heart. If you’re looking for essential rodeo gear, classic western wear or just a coffee, check out the markets all weekend.

MY FIRST RODEO // ISA RODEO BUBS // SUN Sunday is family day at the Isa Rodeo this year. If you registered your bub this is the day you’ll be presented with a commemorative certificate and Isa Rodeo bandana for your little one – Ngukuthati Family Centre & Family Day.

COWBOY’S OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY // RODEO FORECOURT FRI + SAT As soon as the action finishes in the Rodeo Arena, join us in the Rodeo Forecourt for the Cowboy’s After Party on Friday and Saturday nights.

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QLD COUNTRY CREDIT UNION FAN ZONE // RODEO FORECOURT

Get up close and personal with your favourite competitors, Miss Rodeo Australia, Chainsaw and rodeo stars, plus FREE autograph book. Friday 8.15 – 9pm, Saturday 11am – 1pm and 4-6pm, Sunday 11am – 1pm and 2-4pm.

NEW – JACK DANIEL’S RODEO LOUNGE Exclusive double story VIP marquee with prime views of chutes, full beverage and meal packages. Limited to 100 guests.

Get up close to the adrenalin action in the Rodeo Arena Get a photo with your favourite cowboy/cowgirl

Experience a guided behind the scenes Chute Tour

Enter Fred Brophy’s Boxing Tent Get the VIP treatment in the new Jack Daniel’s Rodeo Lounge

Dance the night away at a live rodeo concert

FEATURED EVENTS

RODEO MUST DO’s

ART UNION // DRAWN SUN 1.30PM

BROPHY’S BOXING TENT // ALL WEEKEND Fred Brophy and his band of boxers are ready to take on those fearless enough to test their skills in the ring. The world’s only surviving boxing tent, the iconic Fred Brophy’s Boxing Troupe carries on an age-old tradition in which travelling boxing troupes of professional fighters set up their tent challenging the local lads. Fred Brophy’s tent can be found by following the beat of the drums with evening shows on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are available at the tent entrance.

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More than $100,000 worth of prizes on offer. Tickets are $100 each. Only 2,400 sold. You could win a Toyota Landcruiser Wagon 4.5L GXL, Silver Toyota 86 2.0 GT Coupe or a $3,000 Helloworld Travel Voucher. To order tickets visit www.isarodeo.com.au or call 07 4743 2706. Proudly supported by Bell & Moir Toyota and Helloworld Travel, Mount Isa.

IN THE LEAD UP TO RODEO

THE ISA STREET FESTIVAL // WED 10TH AUG – 6PM Celebration to welcome visitors to Mount Isa in the CBD. Brought to you by Mount Isa City Council.

ZONTA BUSH POETS BREKKY // THURS 11TH AUG – 6.30AM Kick off Rodeo Week with a hearty breakfast and bush poetry at the annual Zonta Bush Poets Breakfast. The event is sure to be a swag of laughs as local poets entertain the crowd over a traditional Aussie brekky. The Zonta Bush Poets Breakfast starts at 6.30am at Terrace Gardens.

MAILMAN EXPRESS // THURS 11TH AUG – 7PM The Mailman Express is a time-trial for nonthoroughbred horses which takes place over 200 metres on the home straight of Buchanan Park Race Track. The event is named in honour of the late Wally Mailman – a champion rough rider, rodeo judge and racing steward in Mount Isa. Wally was a keen horseman who worked on numerous stations throughout north-west Queensland and made a significant contribution to the racing and rodeo industries. He is also the father of Secret Life of Us personality and actress Deborah Mailman. The Mailman Express is held at the Buchanan Park Race Club. Gates open at 12 noon with races starting at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased at the gate on the day.

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WORKPAC BEST DRESSED PREMISES // ALL WEEK

Rodeo Fever hits Mount Isa early with local businesses around town getting their cowboy on for the WORKPAC Best Dressed Premises Competition. Just a short walk around the Mount Isa CBD and you’d be forgiven for thinking the town had gone a tad barmy! Symptoms include rodeo themed shop fronts, paisley shirts in place of uniforms and don’t be surprised if you see the odd bale of hay in foyers. Businesses spend months planning for the competition, often hand-crafting decorations for customers and passers-by to enjoy.

QUEEN QUEST Renaee Gattera North West Queensland Mental Health Network

Chelsea Beckmann Ronald McDonald House

Sarah Brisbane Paws, Hoofs and Claws Inc. The Queen Quest aims to promote women in the sport of rodeo and support the local community through fundraising activities for local charities. The 2016 entrants are kindly dressed with clothing from Worn Out West and Hitchley & Harrow.

The entrants’ efforts throughout the year culminates with the Bell & Moir Toyota Rodeo Ball and the Queen Crowning – a highlight of the Mount Isa social calendar. There are two titles up for grabs – Isa Rodeo Queen and Isa Rodeo Charity Queen. To be eligible for Isa Rodeo Queen, entrants are judged on: n Knowledge of the sport of rodeo, the Isa Rodeo and festival of events n Ability to perform the role as ambassador for the rodeo n Public speaking, personality and deportment n General knowledge of current affairs, Mount Isa and Rotary n Knowledge of community organisations and ability to raise awareness n Queen Quest Portfolio of Events and Community Spirit n Compliance with conditions of entry. Isa Rodeo Charity Queen is awarded to the highest fundraiser.

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Rodeo Queen? 2017 could be your year!

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INTRODUCING OUR AMAZING 2016 ISA RODEO QUEEN QUEST ENTRANTS (L-R)

SCHEDULE

SATURDAY 6TH AUGUST

WEDNESDAY 10TH AUGUST

6.30pm – Bell & Moir Toyota Rodeo Ball, Buchanan Park

The Isa Street Party, Mount Isa CBD

ALL WEEK

6.30am – Zonta Bush Poets Breakfast, Terrace Gardens, 4 Duchess Road, Mount Isa 7.00pm – Mailman Express, Buchanan Park Race Track

WORKPAC Best Dressed Premises, Mount Isa CBD

THURSDAY 11TH AUGUST

FRIDAY 12TH AUGUST TIME

RODEO ARENA

12.00pm

1st Section Ladies Barrel Race – Hot FM

ENTERTAINMENT

1st Section Team Roping – North West Star 1st Section Breakaway Roping – Mount Isa Produce Agency 1st Section Rope & Tie – XXXX 1st Section Junior Team Roping – HV Power 1st Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television 1st Section Jnr Bull Ride – Brandy’s Bucking Bulls

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT 3.00pm – Performance 3.45pm – Workshop 5.00pm – Performance 5.45pm – Workshop

1st Section Jnr Breakaway Roping – Pizza Hut 2nd Section Ladies Barrel Race – Hot FM 2nd Section Team Roping – North West Star 2nd Section Breakaway Roping – Mount Isa Produce Agency 2nd Section Rope and Tie – XXXX 1st Round Junior Barrel Race – Aggreko 2nd Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television 1st Section 2nd Div Bull Ride – Mount Isa Airports 2nd Section Jnr Breakaway Roping – Pizza Hut 1st Section 2nd Div Saddle Bronc – Regional Express (REX) 2nd Section Jnr Bull Ride – Brandy’s Bucking Bulls 6.00pm

BREAK IN ARENA

7.00pm

MARDI GRAS “Love of Our Land” – Simpson, Sutton & George Streets

8.00pm

Opening Ceremony & Introduction of Cowboys. National Anthem & Welcome to Country

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1st Section Open Bareback – Bell & Moir Toyota

COWB O O F F IC IAY L A F TE R PA R T Fri 12 th from 1 0 Y .0 0 p m Live Ro D E E P C d eo Rock wit th e Wa R E E K ROA D h on rdles Rod eo M ain Stag e, Fo r e co ur t u ntil la te

2nd Section 2nd Div Bull Ride – Mount Isa Airport 3rd Section Team Roping – North West Star

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT 7.30pm – Performance 8.15pm – Workshop

Jnr Barrel Race Final – Aggreko Special Announcements 1st Section Over 40’s Bull Ride – MobFM 3rd Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television 1st Section Open Saddle Bronc – Mount Isa City Council 1st Section Open Bull Ride – Mount Isa Mines 10.00pm

QCCU FAN ZONE, RODEO FORECOURT 8.15pm–9.00pm

RODEO FINISH

Program may be amended at the discretion of the Committee, times are only estimates and subject to change.

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RODEO ARENA

ENTERTAINMENT

9.30am

1st Section Junior Steer Ride – Mount Isa Mining Supplies

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT

2nd Section Jnr Team Roping – HV Power

10.00am – Performance 10.45am – Workshop

2nd Section 2nd Div Saddle Bronc – Regional Express (REX) 3rd Section Jnr Breakaway Roping – Pizza Hut 1st Section Poddy Calf Ride – Helloworld 1st Section 2nd Div Bareback – Jack Daniel’s 4th Section Team Roping – North West Star 3rd Section Jnr Bull Ride – Brandy’s Bucking Bulls

FESTI’BULL, LJ Hooker Stage, Xstrata Entertainment Centre 9.00am – Line Dancers 10.00am – Johnny Cullen 11.00am – Big Red & Pudz 12.00pm – Tom Maxwell

SCHEDULE

SATURDAY 13TH AUGUST

Special Announcements 1st Section Local Station Buckjump – Enzed 3rd Section 2nd Div Bull Ride – Mount Isa Airports 12.00pm

LUNCH

1.00pm

Grand Entry Parade

QCCU FAN ZONE, RODEO FORECOURT 11.00am–1.00pm

Rodeo 20/20 Round 2 1st Section Open Rope & Tie – XXXX

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT

Round 2 1st Section Open Team Roping – North West Star

1.00pm – Performance 1.45pm – Workshop 4.00pm – Performance 4.45pm – Workshop

2nd Section Open Saddle Bronc – Mount Isa City Council Special Announcements Round 2 1st Section Ladies Barrel Race – Hot FM 4th Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television 2nd Section Open Bull Ride – Mount Isa Mines 2nd Section Local Station Buckjump – Enzed 3rd Section Ladies Breakaway Roping – Mount Isa Produce Agency Special Announcements

FESTI’BULL, LJ Hooker Stage, Xstrata Entertainment Centre 1.00pm – Off the Cuff 2.00pm – Lab Rats 3.00pm – Bull Dust 4.00pm – Red Claw

Round 2 2nd Section Ladies Barrel Race – Hot FM 4th Section 2nd Div Bull Ride – Mount Isa Airports

QCCU FAN ZONE, RODEO FORECOURT

2nd Section Junior Steer – Mount Isa Mining Supplies

4.00pm–6.00pm

Special Announcements

BUSKING COMPETITION – RODEO WALK

3rd Section 2nd Div Saddle Bronc – Regional Express (REX) Round 2 1st Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television

5.55pm

3rd Section Open Bull Ride – Mount Isa Mines

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT

TEA BREAK

6.00pm – Performance 6.45pm – Workshop

Mount Isa School of Dance

Program may be amended at the discretion of the Committee, times are only estimates and subject to change.

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2nd Section 2nd Div Bareback – Jack Daniel’s

SCHEDULE

7.00pm

Introduction of Cowboys Round 2 1st Section Open Bareback – Bell & Moir Toyota 4th Section Ladies Breakaway Roping – Mount Isa Produce Agency 2nd Section Over 40’s Bull Ride – MobFM Round 2 2nd Section Open Team Roping – North West Star 3rd Section Open Saddle Bronc – Mount Isa City Council Special Announcements Round 2 3rd Section Ladies Barrel Race – Hot FM

COWB OY O F F IC IA L A F TE S at 13t R PA R T Y h from 9.1 5 p m Wa rdle s M a in Ro d e o St a g e , Fo r e Rod eo cour t – Live R oc TO R I D A R K E k with M IC K L followed by IN DSA Y

Round 2 2nd Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television 4th Section Open Bull Ride – Mount Isa Mines 9.30pm

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RODEO ARENA

9.30am

Presentation of ‘Isa Rodeo Bubs 2016’ 3rd Section Junior Steer Ride –Mount Isa Mining Supplies 4th Section 2nd Div Saddle Bronc – Regional Express (REX) Round 2 3rd Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television

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5th section 2nd Div Bull Ride – Mount Isa Airports

ENTERTAINMENT ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT 10.00am – Performance 10.45pm – Workshop BUSKING COMPETITION – RODEO WALK

Over 55’s Team Roping – Cimarron Trailers Presentation Over 55’s Team Roping Final Section Poddy Ride – Helloworld Poddy Ride Presentation

QCCU FAN ZONE, RODEO FORECOURT 11.00am – 1.00pm Get photos + autographs

Final Local Station Buckjump – Enzed Presentation Local Station Buckjump Final Junior Steer Ride – Mount Isa Mining Supplies Presentation Junior Steer Ride

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT Midday – Performance 12.45pm – Workshop

Final 2nd Div Bareback – Jack Daniel’s

Program may be amended at the discretion of the Committee, times are only estimates and subject to change.

RODEO ARENA

ENTERTAINMENT

2nd Div Bareback Presentation Final Junior Bull Ride – Brandy’s Bucking Bulls Presentation of Junior Bull Ride Junior Team Roping Presentation – HV Power Special Announcements

FESTI’BULL, LJ Hooker Stage, Xstrata Entertainment Centre 9.00am – Line Dancers

Final 2nd Div Saddle Bronc – Regional Express (REX)

10.00am – Johnny Cullen

2nd Div Saddle Bronc Presentation

10.30am – Stretch

inal Section Over 40’s Bull Ride – MobFM

11.00am – Off the Cuff

Presentation Over 40’s Bull Ride 1.00pm

LUNCH

1.30pm

Grand Entry Parade

SCHEDULE

TIME

12.00pm – Tom Maxwell 1.00pm – Red Claw

Isa Rodeo Art Union - Bell & Moir Toyota 1.45pm

Final 2nd Div Bull Ride – Mount Isa Airport 2nd Div Bull Ride Presentations Final Ladies Breakaway Roping – Mount Isa Produce Agency Ladies Breakaway Roping Presentations

QCCU FAN ZONE, RODEO FORECOURT 2.00pm – 4.00pm Get photos + autographs

Final section Open Bareback – Bell & Moir Toyota Open Bareback Presentations Final Section Rope & Tie – XXXX Rope & Tie Presentations Final Section Team Roping – North West Star Team Roping Presentations

FESTI’BULL, LJ Hooker Stage, Xstrata Entertainment Centre

Special Announcements

2.00pm – Bull Dust 3.00pm – Big Red & Pudz

Open Saddle Bronc Presentations Final Section Ladies Barrel Race – Hot FM Presentations Ladies Barrel Race Junior Barrel Race Presentation – Aggreko Junior Breakaway Roping Presentation – Pizza Hut Final Section Steer Wrestling – Southern Cross Television

ASHTON ENTERTAINMENT 2.30pm – Performance 3.15pm – Workshop

Steer Wrestling Presentations Final Open Bull Ride – Mount Isa Mines Open Bull Ride Presentations 5.00pm

CLOSING CEREMONY

Program may be amended at the discretion of the Committee, times are only estimates and subject to change.

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MICK LINDSAY SAT 13th, Wardles Main Stage, Rodeo Forecourt Back by popular demand, Queensland based Mick Lindsay has been described as “country-fried rock”. He delivers an unseen blend of country rock/pop with a bit of funk thrown in, that really gets a crowd going. Mick has recently returned from Nashville in the USA and is a regular at Tamworth Country Music Festival and CMC Rocks.

DEEP CREEK ROAD FRI 12th, Wardles Main Stage, Rodeo Forecourt Melbourne based Deep Creek Road will kick off the Rodeo Rock on Friday night, August 12. This five piece country rock band are fronted by dual lead singers Steve Simmons and Jaime Holland. Their single “What if I was willing” reached top 10 on the Country Music Channel (CMC) and were nominated as a CMC Award for best new artist.

TORI DARKE

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SAT 13th, Wardles Main Stage, Rodeo Forecourt

Songstress Tori Darke will rock the rodeo stage as support act to Mick Lindsay on Saturday night, Aug 13. Since she stepped into the public arena as a 16 year old, Tori has been dubbed as one of the most promising young country artists by the Australian music scene.

KARRIE HAYWOOD Talented young country star Karrie Hayward, who hails from Gympie, is making her Isa Rodeo debut. Keep your eyes and ears out for Karrie performing during lunch and dinner breaks.

O’SHEA This year’s social media correspondents are the multi-award winning husband and wife duo, Mark and Jay O’Shea. O’Shea are one of Australia’s most energetic live acts now based in Nashville, they have graced stages from the Grand Ole Opry to the Sydney Opera House. See O’Shea on the Big Screen, the QCCU Fan Zone and of course across the Isa Rodeo Facebook and social media channels and don’t forget to hashtag us at #isarodeo. Look out for their special announcements!

STEVE WOOLSEY Welcome champion American bull rider Steve Woolsey and his family to the Isa Rodeo. Steve, who lives in Payson, Utah, exploded onto the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) scene in 2005, when he placed second in the bull riding average race at his first National Finals Rodeo (NFR) and finished second in the world standings, aged just 18.

SPECIAL GUESTS

SPECIAL GUESTS DIRECT FROM RODEO HOUSTON

He also set a rookie record for most money won in bull riding and saddle bronc riding en route to being named the PRCA overall and bull riding rookie of the year. Watch Steve compete in the Open Bull Ride or catch him at the QCCU Fan Zone. Special shout out to Fast Scaff Pty Ltd for bringing Steve and his family to this year’s Rodeo.

8 SECONDS In what other profession can you earn over

$30,000 IN 8 SECONDS?

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RODEO 101 THIS IS “MAN AGAINST BEAST,” THE BEST AUSTRALIAN AND INTERNATIONAL COWBOYS VERSUS OUR ROUGHEST STOCK, HEAD-TO-HEAD FOR THREE DAYS OF WORLD CLASS RODEO ACTION. The Isa Rodeo features eight major events – Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Bull Riding, Steer Wrestling, Rope & Tie, Team Roping, Ladies Barrel Racing and Ladies Breakaway Roping, as well as Local Station Buckjump and Poddy Rides.

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As the rider leaves the chute, he must synchronise his spurring action with the horse’s bucking and stay on for eight seconds. The rider is judged on his style and spurring action and disqualified if he touches the horse or equipment with his free hand, loses a stirrup or bucked off before the end of the ride.

BAREBACK BRONC With only a leather pad and a handle, the rider must hold on with one hand for eight seconds. As the horse bucks, he jerks his feet towards the wither, snapping them back into position in front of the shoulder ready for the next jump. The rider is judged on his spurring action and disqualified if he touches the horse, himself or equipment with his free hand or bucked off before the end of the ride.

BULL RIDING Fast, furious and dangerous. The rider holds on with one hand and must stay on the bucking bull for eight seconds. Both animal and rider are judged – the rider on his style and the bull’s ability to buck the rider before the buzzer. The rider uses his feet to pull into position or hold himself upright while the bull is spinning and disqualified if he touches the bull or equipment with his free hand.

STEER WRESTLING With the use of a helper or hazer riding alongside of the steer to keep it running straight, the rider must lean from his horse and grasp the steer’s horns. The rider then dismounts the horse and uses his feet to stop the steer’s forward momentum before rolling the steer to the ground. The clock is stopped once the steer is on its side with all four legs pointing in the same direction. Winning times are under five seconds from when the barrier is released.

The calf is given a head start before the rider gives chase. From horseback, the rider ropes the calf and dismounts, rolling the calf on one side and tying three of the calf’s legs together. The time is recorded once the tie is complete. The rider remounts his horse to prove the tie will hold – no time is given if the animal kicks free. The rider is disqualified and fined if the animal is pulled backwards off its feet or dragged after it is roped.

TEAM ROPING

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ROPE & TIE

Featuring a two-rider team, the steer is given a head start. The header ropes the steer around the neck, head or horns before the heeler moves in to rope the hind legs. The rope is then dallied around the saddle horn. Once secured, time is recorded when both horses are facing each other with no slack in the rope. Winning times are around eight seconds. Improper catches result in disqualification and five second penalties are incurred if only one leg is roped.

LADIES BARREL RACING Competing against the clock, the rider guides her horse around a clover leaf pattern of three 205L drums. Time penalties are imposed for knocking over a barrel and disqualification for running in an incorrect pattern. The rider may hold the barrel from the riding position to prevent her from falling. Time is taken by an electric eye to the hundredth of a second.

After a head start, the rider gives chase and catches the calf with a rope attached to the saddle horn with a ribbon. Once the catch is made, the horse slides to a halt, the rope breaks away from the saddle horn and the clock stops. A piece of coloured cloth is attached to the end of the rope to assist the judges in seeing and timing the break.

PODDY RIDES Poddy Rides is an event for riders aged eight to 13 starting out in their rodeo careers. Similar to bull riding, the rider is strapped down to the poddy with one hand using a bull rope. The free hand must be raised at all times without touching the poddy or himself. While not compulsory, the rider may pick up extra points if he spurs. The rider must stay on the poddy for six seconds.

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LADIES BREAKAWAY ROPING

THE LINGO

THE A TO Z GUIDE OF CLASSIC RODEO LINGO. ARM JERKER - a really stout animal that bucks with a lot of power. BUCKING CHUTES - an enclosure where contestants get on their drawn bucking horse or bull. CATCH AS CATCH CAN - any catch is legal (around neck, body, back legs). COMMUNITY LOOP - throwing an exceptionally large loop. CROSS FIRE - the heeler throws his rope before the header has changed direction of the steer. DALLIED - the action of wrapping a lasso around a saddle horn after a calf or steer has been roped. DOGFALL - a steer’s head facing in the opposite direction of his body with his feet caught under him. Rider must re-throw the steer. DRAGGER OR TROTTER - a steer that hangs his head and doesn’t run after being roped, many times trotting or stopping. FADING - a bull that spins and slowly gains ground in the direction he is spinning.

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FLOATER - a horse with little power, jumping with all four feet up floating through the air.

FULL LICK - spurring from the point of the horse's shoulder to the back to the cantle of his saddle. HAT BENDER - an animal that doesn’t buck. HAZER - a cowboy who rides along the right hand side of the steer keeping it running in a straight line. This makes the steer wrestler’s job easier when jumping from his horse. HEAD HUNTER - a bull that looks for someone to charge.

LAP & TAP - no barrier is used. LOUNGER - a horse that thrusts with hind feet forward rather than kicking out behind. MARK OUT - the rider must have both feet over the point of the horse’s shoulders before the horse’s front feet hit the ground. MASH UP - clamping onto the horse with both legs and having no spurring action. MONEY BARREL - the first barrel in barrel racing. A good first barrel sets the rider up for a good pattern. OUT THE BACK DOOR - when a rider is thrown off over the hind end of the animal. PANTYHOSE - the heeler has roped the heels and the rope passes beyond the steer’s hocks and catches up under both flanks of the steer. PULLING LEATHER - grabbing hold of the saddle. RAKE - spurring action. RANK - an animal that is difficult to ride. SCOOTER - pivoting on the front end with no real kicking action from the back. SOFT - an easy animal to ride or compete on. SPURRING LICK - getting in rhythm with the bucking action of the animal. STAR GAZER - a horse that bucks with his head up making it difficult for the rider to keep the slack out of his hack rein and to balance. SUCKS BACK - an animal suddenly changes the direction in which it was bucking. SUN FISHER - the animal twists his body in the air so that daylight shines on his belly.

MERCHANDISE

GET INTO THE ISA RODEO SPIRIT WITH NEW MERCHANDISE IN THE RODEO SHOP, LOCATED IN THE RODEO FORECOURT.

This year th ere is also selection o a wide f merchand ise includin LIMITE D E g DITION BU M P E R CA R STICKE RS AND T-SHIR TS , includin children’s R g odeo Princ ess t-shirts .

NEW – FREE PUBLIC PARKING LIONS PARK (CAMOOWEAL ST) TO BUCHANAN PARK - FREE SHUTTLE

FRIDAY

DEPARTING LIONS PARK – Camooweal St

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There will be a Mount Isa Coach shuttle service running between town, select accommodation, Irish Club and Buchanan Park for the Rodeo. Visit the website here to download the full shuttle schedule:http://www.isarodeo.com.au/plan-your-trip/getting-here-around/

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IN LIONS PARK AND SHUTTLE SERVICES OPERATING ON FRIDAY NIGHT, 12 AUGUST TO THE MARDI GRAS.

ANIMAL CARE

We have a long and proud history of rodeo as a sport in Australia. Based on the work practices of Australian Stockmen, the sport emulates the skills required for handling livestock on traditional cattle properties. A key part of the Isa Rodeo’s reputation for providing outstanding rodeo competition, year after year, is based on our respect and commitment to the welfare of the livestock. As with any sport, human or animal, peak performance is only achieved through proper care and good health. We believe our animals will perform their best when they are happy, healthy and in top condition. As a result, the Isa Rodeo has some of the highest animal welfare standards guided by the Australian Professional Rodeo Association (APRA) Animal Welfare Code of Conduct.

events. The roping device works as a “shock absorber” to lessen the force experienced by both the horse and the calf, when the calf is roped. Similar to abseiling equipment, it is made from high strength anodised aluminium and attached to the rider’s saddle horn. The lasso rope is threaded through the device with a backstopper knot to prevent the rope from running through the end. The device has demonstrated high durability during all field testing and proven to reduce the impact by up to 75 per cent. The roping device has been endorsed by all major Rodeo Associations in Australia as a standard minimum equipment requirement for competition in all Australian-based rodeo rope and tie events.

ISA RODEO STOCK ARE THE TRUE STARS OF THE RODEO AND TREATED LIKE ROYALTY.

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HOW OFTEN ARE ANIMALS INJURED?

A survey conducted by the APRA showed the injury rate for animals used in rodeos throughout Australia is 0.072 per cent. Our target for the Isa Rodeo is zero animal injuries for each event. Just in case, we have a qualified veterinarian on hand. More often than not, the rider comes off second best, so we have paramedics on hand too. We also ensure our livestock are specifically bred and trained for the rodeo arena and comply with changes to competition rules.

ROPING DEVICE Recently, we have introduced the Ropersmate™ roping device – a unique product developed in consultation with industry to reduce the risk of injury on both horses and cattle during rodeo

FLANK STRAPS

Unlike popular belief, a beast’s bucking action is not caused by pain inflicted from the flank strap wrapped around the animal’s genital area. The lined portion of the flank strap must be positioned over the flank and belly of the animal. It must also be covered with sheep skin or other suitable material and fitted with a quick release. At no time does the flank strap come in contact with the genitals and is rarely pulled tighter than your trouser belt.

ELECTRIC PROD We do not use electric prods on animals in the arena or where it is unable to move in response to the prod such as the chutes. Prods can only be powered by dry cell batteries, as used in torches, must be used with restraint and restricted to the minimum amount necessary. Prods can only be used by stock contractors or by a person nominated by them under direct supervision.

SPURS Spurs used by contestants in bucking horse events must have blunt, free running rowels and must be at least 3mm thick and 2cm in diameter so they will not bruise or cut an animal. Spurs for bulls are semi-locked. Non-regulation spurs will result in disqualification. For more information, please contact the APRA on (07) 4661 8183 or visit prorodeo.com.au

Admission into Buchanan Park gives you access to all the rodeo action, live entertainment, exhibits, sideshow alley and markets at venue on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Does not include entry to Brophy’s Boxing Troupe Tent. Adult: 1 Day Pass, Friday, Saturday, Sunday – $40, 3 Day Pass – $95, Gold Seat 3 Day Pass – $190 Age/Disability Pension: 1 Day Pass – $30 Child (17 years & under): 1 Day Pass – $10, Child (6 years & under): FREE Family (2 Adults + 2 Children): 1 Day Pass – $90 To pre-purchase your tickets visit www.isarodeo.com.au or buy at gate on the day. Aged Pensioner card must be provided. Tickets to the Mailman Express can be purchased at the gates of the Mount Isa Race Club on the day.

Items lost or found can be reported at Treasury near the Northern gate. After the event, phone the Rodeo office on (07) 4743 2706.

PARENTS ROOM A Parents Room is available in the Rodeo Forecourt toilets along Sutton Street.

PARKING Paid parking is available within Buchanan Park via East Street car parking entry. For the Mardi Gras on the night 12 August, there will be FREE Public Parking in Lions Park and Shuttle Services operating from the parking to the Mardi Gras.

TAXIS Collection and drop-off is located on Sutton Street. Taxi number is 131 008. There is no public bus service in Mount Isa.

WHEELCHAIRS

ONSITE CAMPING PACKAGES

Concreted pathways and ramps are available throughout Buchanan Park with designated wheelchair areas along the walkway of the arena. Disabled collection and drop-off is located outside the South Entry via George Street. Disabled parking is available in the sealed carpark located on Sutton Street. Please contact the Rodeo office for alternative parking options for Friday due to Mardi Gras Parade.

Camping and Pop up Tent City onsite this year at Buchanan Park.

SHUTTLE SERVICE

The venue is open from 11am to 1am on Friday, 9am to 1am on Saturday and 9am to 6pm on Sunday.

ATM FACILITIES ATM facilities are located at Treasury near the Northern gates.

EMERGENCY SERVICES Police and Ambulance services are located in the building located to the left of the arena near the Northern gates. See map for location.

FUTURE DATES Mark the following dates in your calendar for your next ultimate Isa Rodeo experience: 11 – 13 August, 2017 10 – 12 August, 2018

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ADMISSION & OPENING HOURS

LOST & FOUND

A shuttle service by Mount Isa Coaches will be operating between several accommodation houses, the Civic Centre and Irish Club during Rodeo. Please refer to timetable available online at www.isarodeo.com.au

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THE MOUNT ISA MINES ROTARY RODEO IS LOCATED AT BUCHANAN PARK EVENTS COMPLEX, MOUNT ISA, QUEENSLAND.

VISITING MOUNT ISA & OUTBACK QLD MT ISA MINES ROTARY RODEO

Mount Isa is located just 200 kilometres from the Northern Territory border and 1,829 kilometres from Queensland’s capital, Brisbane. The nearest major city, Townsville, can be found 883 kilometres from The Isa.

Lake Moondarra. Image courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland.

OUR HISTORY Famous for its rich mining history, the region was first home to the Kalkadoon people. Masterful tool and weapon makers, the Kalkadoon goods were so prized that items such as stone knives, boomerangs, woomera spears and shields were found as far away as South Australia. In 1923, a lone prospector in search of gold, John Campbell Miles, discovered silver-lead ore about one kilometre across the valley of the Leichhardt River, in north-west Queensland. He named his prospecting leases Mount Isa. Almost 100 years later, the Mount Isa Mine now owned by Mount Isa Mines, is still one of Australia’s largest producers of copper ore.

RECOGNISED BY NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Mount Isa was recently named one of the top 10 Outback towns to visit by Australian Geographic. Here’s what they had to say “Mount Isa might conjure up images of smoke stacks and mining but surrounding this town is a countryside filled with scenic 4WD tracks, man-made lakes and a heritage-listed national park”.

WITH A POPULATION OF APPROXIMATELY 23,500, MOUNT ISA IS A MAJOR SERVICE CENTRE FOR NORTH-WEST QUEENSLAND.

Boodjamulla National Park - (formerly known as Lawn Hill National Park). Image courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland.

TRAVELLING TO

MOUNT ISA

NT 200KM BRISBANE 1,829KM

OUTBACK QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA You can reach Mount Isa by...

FLIGHTS TO MOUNT ISA

Mount Isa’s TOP 10 1 2 3 4

Hard Times Mine Underground Tour

Underground Hospital & Museum

City Lookout Outback@Isa Riversleigh Fossil Fields & Centre

6 7 8 9 10

Rodeo Drive CBD Walk of Fame Lake Moondarra School of the Air Boodjamulla National Park (Lawn Hill) Mount Isa Tours

For more information about Mount Isa and all it has to offer visit our visitor information centre, Outback@Isa – www.outbackatisa.com.au

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TOWNSVILLE

SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY MT ISA MINES ROTARY RODEO

Mount Isa Rotary Rodeo Inc (MIRRI) is a non-profit organisation whose predecessors had a vision to put the new, remote town of Mount Isa on the map. The Rodeo has its own mystique and a history dating back to 1959. Back then it took weeks to walk the bucking horses in from Carrandotta Station on the Queensland-Northern Territory border to the old rodeo yards at Kalkadoon Park, Mount Isa. Now the horses and bulls are brought in by truck to Buchanan Park. Through the two Rotary Clubs of Mount Isa we stage the southern hemisphere’s largest rodeo. Yes we do it ‘cause we love it, but at the heart of it, we do it to better the lives of our community, our City and our region. The Rodeo helps generate new economic activity and raises the profile of Mount Isa and Outback Queensland as the “Rodeo Capital of Australia”. Since its inception, the Isa Rodeo has directly given in excess of $4.5m to charity in our City, in addition to providing important fundraising opportunities for clubs, non-profit groups, schools and community services throughout our City. By supporting the Isa Rodeo, you’re also supporting our wider community.

$4.5

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19 Marian Street (Outback At Isa building) PO Box 353, Mount Isa QLD 4825 Phone: 07 4743 2706 | Fax: 07 4743 8435 | Email: enquiries@isarodeo.com.au www.isarodeo.com.au A project of the Rotary Clubs of Mount Isa.

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WE’LL SEE YOU IN 2017 11 - 13 AUGUST