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The competitors will vie for points from the seven traditional events, 22lb Highland Stone,22lb Heavy Hammer,16lb Caledonian Hammer, Tossing the Caber, Tossing the Sheaf, 56lb Weight for Height, and 28lb weight for Distance. Patrick Hellier, the current New Zealand Champion will be back defending his title, won last year. The competition will be run under the rules of the Waipu Caledonian Society Inc, using some Waipu equipment and Judges. In the event of more than ten entries registering, at the organiser’s discretion there may be an elimination event prior to the competition starting. Registration fees for those eliminated will be refunded. Highland kilts and hose are to be worn during competition. A limited number will be available for loan on the day. Complementary Tee Shirts are supplied. |
The event takes on an International flavour with two overseas competitors confirmed to part. Australians Craig Read and Aaron Monk return. Craig, a Correction Officer from Newcastle is ranked No2 in Australia and is one of Australia’s strongest men; he will be partnered with Aaron Monks.