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Australian Shepherd Club advise Ms Michele Edwards is unable to fulfil her property class appointments.

The Property Classes will now be judged by Mrs Cathryn Evans.

Australian Shepherd Club advise Ms Michele Edwards is unable to fulfil her property class appointments.

The Property Classes will now be judged by Mrs Cathryn Evans.

Poodle Club advise Miss Amy Butler is unable to fulfil her appointment. Judging at this SprintDog Trial will now be by Ms Rebecca Sloan.

Click here to view the Melbourne Royal Show 2026 - Judges Critiques

Sunbury Canine Club advise Mr Colm Hastings (Ireland) is unable to fulfil his group 7A - Dalmatians appointment.

Group 7A will now be judged by Mr Cristian Castillo (Chile).

Portland & District Kennel Club advise Mr Gerald Price (NZ) is unable to fulfil his appointments.

Group three at the Friday show, group one at the Saturday AM show, group two at the Saturday PM show and group seven at the Sunday show will now be judged by Mr Jonathon Nash

Expressions of Interest

Opportunities currently exist to join the Investigations Committee on a volunteer basis.

This challenging and varied role offers an opportunity to become more involved with the organisation.

Investigation is a peer-to-peer process surrounding a diverse range of case types; misconduct, animal welfare, registrations, social media etc. Therefore, whilst the role of an investigator may be rewarding, it is not the role for everyone.

Ideally, candidates will volunteer an average of 2-3 hours a week.

Skills and experience

• Ability to remain impartial, fair and highly objective
• Capacity to learn and understand the Dogs Victoria/Dogs Australia Rules and Regulations and their application
• Ability to sort fact and evidence from hearsay enabling decisiveness
• Ability to remain diplomatic and calm
• Capacity to be methodical and organised
• Excellent written/communication/telephone skills
• Access to a computer with experience in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e. word, internet/ email)

Interested members are invited to submit an EOI and resume to Debbie Parker, Office Operations Manager, by email to dparker@dogsvictoria.org.au

Please title your email “EOI – Investigations Committee”. EOIs are sought by COB 30 October 2026

Working Dog Club advise Mr Cristian Castillo (Chile) is unable to judge Old English Sheepdogs.

Old English Sheepdogs will now be judged by Mrs Rose Hastings (Ireland).

Please click here to read the press release from Dogs Australia: Attention Show judges and dog breeders who are interested in participating in the World Dog Show 2027