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Scoop
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
NZ's Largest Sheep Dog Trials' Record-Breaking Support Of The Greenlea Rescue Helicopter
New Zealand's largest Sheep Dog trial event – Bayley's Sheep Dog Trials - kicked off on the 25th June to raise vital funds for the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter. From June 25th – 28th, this highly anticipated event attracted talented handlers and over 300 sheep dogs to the Fibre Fresh National Equestrian Centre in Aratiatia. Competitors came together in support of the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter and the life-saving service it provides for visitors and the community of the Central Plateau and Lakes Region 24/7, 365 days a year. Now in it's third year, the event is continued with the perspective: 'they are there for you when you need them the most… Time to repay the favour'. This year saw a record-breaking $36,000 raised entirely for the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter, bringing the total raised by the event over the three years to an outstanding $86,798. Competitors were tasked with the challenge of instructing their dog to herd a group of sheep through a challenging course featuring nine obstacles, before finally guiding them into the final yard – all within 12 minutes. The competition was close this year, but Sheena Martin and her dog Shau took the top spot with an impressive final score of 98. 19-year old Holly Bird and her dog Jude were the winner of this year's 'Judges Choice' award, winning a Stihl Chainsaw package courtesy of Blackhills Fencing who have been long-standing supporters of the trials ever since it's inception in 2023. The Bayley's Shield was also on the line this year. The Waikato team challenged the current title holders – King Country - resulting in a head to head on Saturday morning. It was another close challenge but the King Country Team were able to defend the shield, coming away with 429.5 points and Waikato with 419.5. Along with many trials, this four-day event also had a number of other activities on offer including food trucks, auctions, retails stalls, and some incredible raffles. One of these raffles included a fantastic kids' motorbike valued at $3,000 donated by Huka Honda. This went home with one lucky winner - Colin from Hawkes Bay. Other raffle and auction items included: Greenlea Premier Meats Vouchers Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Hangar Tour Ārepa Drinks Supermarket hampers donated by Pak N Save Taupo Greenlea Rescue Helicopter crew members, Adam and Bondy came along to support the event on Friday and Saturday. They spoke to the crowd about how invaluable community support like this is for the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter, allowing them to always to be there on what is often the worst day of someone's life. Both were deeply impressed with the level of skill on display, and moved by how the community rallied together so tremendously, with plans already made to return next year. "It's a true privilege to return to the Bayley's Sheep Dog Trials and be part of such a generous and supportive community that champions the work we do. Huge thanks to David and Sue Schaw, the amazing team at Bayley's Real Estate Taupō, and everyone who lent their support. Congratulations to all the well-deserved winners." – Bondy, Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Air Crew Officer. 'This is a first for me, to be part of this great fundraiser and I already look forward to being part of it again next year.' – Adam, Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Pilot. The pair were joined by Peter, a past patient of the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter who shared his story demonstrating how life-changing it was having the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter there after a tractor accident left him fighting for his life. Event organiser and driving force behind the event, David Schaw also understands the impact of the service on a personal level. After being involved in an on-farm incident, David experienced first-hand how the skill and response time of the rescue helicopter makes a critical difference. Much of the event's growth and outstanding success can be attributed to David's commitment to making each year more impactful than the last. 'Support the rescue helicopter today — you never know when you might need them.' – Dave Schaw. The unwavering support of the Bayley's Sheep Dog Trials each year goes to show the special significance this event holds with residents of the Central Plateau and Lakes District, especially the rural community with the understanding that the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter is often the difference between life and death for many patients. In 2024 alone, the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter was tasked to 90 rural or remote missions to provide life-saving care to patients in urgent need. This is among the 534 total missions attended by the rescue helicopter in 2024 and with every mission costing an average of $9,500, it's community support like this that makes the life-saving difference. A heartfelt thank you to all those who came together to make this event such a success including sponsors, attendees, competitors, and especially event organisers David and Sue Schaw, and the hard-working team at Bayley's Real Estate led by Yvonne Westerman. The fast response of the rescue helicopter and its highly trained crew ensures the patients receive the best care as quickly as possible. Because you never know when you'll need us… Donate to your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter at
Agriland
13-06-2025
- Business
- Agriland
IHFA national open day set for Co. Monaghan farm
An award winning Co. Monaghan family are set to host the 2025 Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) National Open Day on Thursday 10th July. The Greenan family's pedigree registered Greenlea Herd is situated at their family run farm in Crosshugh, Co. Monaghan. IHFA chief executive, Laurence Feeney said; 'The Greenan family embody much of what is great about IHFA, a commitment to breeding better cows, a love of dairy farming and a willingness to help their local club. 'They are to be admired for passing on their enthusiasm to their own children and many other young people in the area. 'I encourage everyone, especially non-members to visit this superb farm and enjoy a fantastic event.' Greenlea herd Greenlea MG Rhapsody EX 96 of the Greenlea Holsteins herd won the 2024 Diageo Baileys Irish Champion dairy cow at the 81st Virgina show in Co. Cavan last August. The cow was the oldest in the ring at the time, born in January 2015, but that did not stop her bringing home the €3,000 and Virginia Milk Products cup . The IHFA held its 50th annual Premier Bull Show and Sale back in March at the Kilmallock Mart in Co. Limerick, where Greenlea Cassy from the Greenlea herd was the pre-sale Champion bull, selling for €5,500. IHFA open day The headline sponsor of the national IHFA open day this year is Lakeland Dairies and the main event will be the announcement and presentation of the IHFA national herds competition awards sponsored by Greenvale Animal Feeds. However, there will also be Inter-Club and Macra National Stock Judging Competitions and an all-day trade stand exhibition showcasing a wide range of products and services. Furthermore the Greenan family will host a sale of select youngstock from the pedigree Greenlea herd, conducted by Taaffe Auctions and sponsored by Dooley Agriculture, DairyMaster and EasyFix. The IHFA is a member owned organisation directed by an IHFA board which is directly elected from its 3,700 members in 15 club areas. The association is licensed by the Department Of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) to issue ancestry and pedigree registration certificates. The IHFA National Open Day is a family day out and all are welcome to attend the farm for free.
