Dear Members,

It has been wonderful to see the dedication and talent of our members showcased recently at the Nutrien Classic. Congratulations to all who competed, and a special acknowledgment to Mia Moloney for proudly representing the Southern Campdrafting Association at this prestigious event. We also congratulate Brooke Dodwell on her success with CLF YAQ. It is fantastic to see our members achieving such great results.

In recent months, many areas within the SCA have been affected by fires. It has been heartening to witness our community come together in support, whether through providing hay, assisting with transport and labour, or simply checking in with a phone call or message. The strength and generosity of our members during these challenging times truly reflects the spirit of our Association.

Given the impact of recent fires and ongoing dry conditions, cattle availability remains limited across clubs. We ask all members to be mindful of this and appreciate that committees are doing their very best to ensure as many members as possible have the opportunity to compete.

Looking ahead, we encourage everyone to attend the upcoming end-of-season presentations and AGM in Albury on Saturday 15th August. These events are a wonderful way to celebrate our achievements, reconnect with fellow members, and support the continued growth of the Association. We hope to see as many members as possible there.

I would also like to update members of some rule changes and reminders from the Board:

 

No Membership = No Entry

  • This rule has been removed, effective immediately (16 Dec 2025)

 

Helmet Standards

  • New helmet standards apply from 1 January 2026
  • Refer to the SCA website (“News” tab), SCA magazine, or Facebook for details

 

Magazine (Hard Copy)

  • 2026 Distribution:

o Jan–Apr

o May–Sept

o Oct–Dec

  • From October 2027, issued as an Annual Yearbook

 

Weekend Membership

  • Available from 1 July 2026 via the Members Portal
  • Non-transferable and not upgradeable

 

Important Note

  • Weekend Memberships (from 1 July 2026) are not available for:

o Mini Members (Full – $20)

o Junior Members (Full – $25)

o Juvenile Members (Full – $30)

 

Luke Jackson

SCA President