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Annual Opotiki Rodeo
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The Annual Opotiki Rodeo is not to be missed. It features spectacular horse and western type events and is commended by the competing cowboys & girls to be one of the best in New Zealand.
The Open Bull Ride starts at 2pm sharp. Carries a $1,000 purse (prize money). The cowboys ride a 700kg bull - bred especially for bucking. This is one of the highest paying events on the national circuit attracting around 200 competitors from the South Island and Australia and over 4,000 spectators. The special event over lunch time are the Cutting Horses - this is a demonstration of how horses are trained to draft 1 animal from a group of animals without it being roped or penned.
There are amusements, food and drink stands, and clothing and tack (saddlery), available for purchase. Great entertainment for all ages.
| Address: | Opotiki Rodeo Grounds, St John Street, Opotiki |
| Cost: | Adult $15, Child $5, Family $35 |
| Date: | 28th December 2008 |
Annual Opotiki Rodeo
The Annual Opotiki Rodeo is not to be missed. It features spectacular horse and western type events and is commended by the competing cowboys & girls to be one of the best in New Zealand.
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