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Our Journey of Innovation & Growth

About Us

Our Journey of Innovation & Growth

Discover the story of QWCDTAI

A Proud History of Cattle Dog Excellence

From Humble Beginnings to Statewide Recognition

Founded in 1970, QWCDTAI has grown into a cornerstone of the cattle dog trialling community, fostering passion and skill in handlers and their dogs.

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Cattle dog herding cattle

About us - the QWCDTAI

The association was established in 1970 as the Crows Nest Working Cattledog Club. In 1985 the Association name was changed and became the Queensland Working Cattle Dog Trial Association Inc (QWCDTAi).

Our aim is to Provide a competitive way to foster and encourage the use and training of herding dogs in the cattle industry - by providing a course that simulates a mini paddock situation with all the skill requirements that may be needed on a day to day basis in the paddock.

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Captured in Action

Plan Your Year of Trialling

When and Where We Trial

QWCDTAI organizes approximately 26 affiliated trials each year, running from February to October. Competitors and spectators alike are welcome.

Young cow running in an arena with sponsor banners in background
Queensland team with cattle dogs and trophy posing in arena

State of Origin Challenge

Queensland vs. New South Wales

Our annual State of Origin competition pits the best of Queensland against New South Wales in an exciting showcase of skill and strategy.

Meet the Team

our QWCDTAI Committee

Behind the scenes, our committee members work hard to organize trials and maintain the association. Get in touch with us anytime.

Dave Steel

Dave Steel

President

0437 844 078

[email protected]

Cassie Donovan

Cassie Donovan

Secretary & Webmaster

0439 461 629

[email protected]

Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Treasurer

0438 339 575

[email protected]

Ross Kehl

Ross Kehl

Vice President

0427 722 378

[email protected]

Sam Donovan

Sam Donovan

Vice President

0487 313 123

[email protected]

Samantha Connolly

Samantha Connolly

Registrar

0429 292 057

[email protected]

Chrissy Whitney

Chrissy Whitney

Newsletter Editor

07 4784 1576

[email protected]

Marcia Berrie

Marcia Berrie

Points Scorer

0438 023 275

[email protected]

Wyatt Judd

Wyatt Judd

Publicity Officer

0409 365 466

[email protected]

Recognizing Our Leaders

Honoring Excellence and Commitment

Explore our Club House Honours Board, where we commemorate the invaluable contributions of past and present office bearers.

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Honours recipients at club event
Award ceremony at cattle dog trials
Recognition of trial winners

Association History

Office Bearers

Explore the individuals who have served as office bearers throughout the association's history.

Office Bearers for 2024

Year

President

Dave Steel

Secretary

Casssie Donovan

Treasurer

Elizabeth Hughes

Vice-President(s)

Ross Kehl, Sam Donovan

Publicity Officer

Wyatt Judd

Newsletter

Chris Whitney

Web Master

Cassie Donovan

Registrar

Sam Connolly

Point Scorer

Marcia Berrie

Judging Panel

P Wroe, S Biles, R Davis, C Whitney, S Hughes

Our Valued Lifetime Members

Our Most Dedicated Members

Celebrate the individuals whose passion and dedication have left a lasting impact on QWCDTAI.

Name
Year Joined
Year Life Member

Stan Hughes

1985

pre 1999

Jack Van Sliedregt

1970

1999

Ross Chaffey

pre 1997

2005

Kev Mahon

pre 1997

2005

Stan Dunkley

1996

2007

Elizabeth Hughes

1997

2010

Christine Whitney

pre 1997

2017

Paul Wroe

2003

2022

Judy Hamilton

pre 1997

2023

Stephen Biles

pre 1997

2023

Rob Callcott

1992

2024

Tom Berrie

2002

2024

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