Rodeo Spotlight Shines on Dalby!

All roads lead to Dalby, Qld this month when some of Australia's fiercest rodeo competitors descend on the Darling Downs for the 2015 NRCA National Rodeo Finals.

Held over two nights on Friday and Saturday, October 30-31, the final will bring together some of the nation's finest competitors from each of the traditional rodeo disciplines for a spectacular weekend of thrills and spills.

Over $30,000 in prize money will be up of grabs, along with a range of prized GIST buckles and most importantly, proud rights as a 2015 NRCA National Rodeo Finals champion.

Competition categories include: open bull ride, open saddle bronc ride, open bareback ride, team roping, steer wrestling, rope and tie, ladies' breakaway roping, ladies' barrel race, junior barrel race, junior bull ride, junior bareback ride, junior breakaway and the exciting addition of the junior pony ride featuring stock contractor Frank Biddle’s miniature bucking ponies comprising some of our up and coming young cowboys.

All of the night action will be complimented by The Unique Horseman Australian Colt Starting Challenge; the challenge will be staged from 8.30am to 3pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday 30th October-1st November. Visit the website theuniquehorseman.com.au

National Rodeo Council of Australia Director, Colin McTaggart said: "We're also thrilled to add a sensational new event this year with a Bucking Bull Futurity to be added to the program 9am on Sunday morning on completion of the National Rodeo Finals event and just prior to the final day of The Unique Horseman competition.”

In addition to all of the planned events throughout the weekend, there will also be a Country and Western Trade Fair supported by a whole range of exhibitors and food vendors.

Comedy acts will entertain the crowds during the night programs while Mik Oberle will perform live on the Saturday night from 10pm to cap off a great weekend of rodeo action plus there will be rides for the kids.

Rodeo queen fans won't be disappointed either with the newly crowned 2016 Rodeo Queen of Australia Miss Latoya Wards making special guest appearances, throughout the weekend.

No rodeo finals would be complete without a good selection of the nation's rankest bucking stock. This year's finals will be no different and will feature a pen of the fiercest bulls Australia can muster as well as some of the wildest bucking broncs in the country.

National Rodeo Council of Australia Chairman Pat Staines said, "We would once again like to thank the town of Dalby for their wonderful support in facilitating our organisation in staging this event and encourage rodeo and sports fans alike to come along in October to experience the thrills and atmosphere of a top notch rodeo event."

The town of Dalby has been chosen as the home of the NRCA National Rodeo Finals due to the outstanding venue facilities which includes undercover seating for spectators along with its prime location and access to major highways.

No event could ever be a success, let alone get off the ground, without the support of dedicated sponsors and the NRCA especially thanks the following major sponsors: Western Trading Company, Channel 7, Dalby Herald, Wangrah Wilderness Lodge, Rodeo Services Association, Western Downs Regional Council and HotFM.

The all-inclusive ticket to the event includes entry to the National Rodeo Finals, The Unique Horseman and the Country and Western Trade Fair. Ticket Prices: Adults $25/day, Children u/16 & Aged Pensioners $10/day & Family Passes (2x Adults AND 2x Children OR 2x Aged Pensioners) $60/day. All tickets include both events day/night sessions per day and can be pre-purchased online at eventbrite.com.au (key national rodeo finals into search) or can be purchased at the gate on arrival.

For further information regarding the event or if you are a business wishing to sponsor or hold a trade stand, please contact head office on 02 6737 3777 or email: enquire@nationalrodeocouncil.com.au

Tickets are available online at www.nationalrodeocouncil.com.au or directly via our facebook page.

Media inquiries: National Rodeo Council of Australia: phone 02 6737 3777; email enquire@nationalrodeocouncil.com.au

ABOUT NATIONAL RODEO COUNCIL OF AUSTRALIA (NRCA)
National Rodeo Council of Australia (NRCA) is the first organisation made up and run by a united body of rodeo associations nationally. Formed in 1992 to further the sport of rodeo, the National Rodeo Council of Australia provides assistance to members in administration, securing and managing a national annual insurance scheme, training and safety programs, animal welfare and up to date government regulations and policies. The role of the NRCA is to work alongside each member Association to actively promote the sport of rodeo in Australia. Each year a National Finals event is conducted bringing together the top riders from each of the member Associations creating a 'Truly Unique' Australian National Finals event.