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Sled dogs steal the show at Northern Victoria Championships

By Megan Fisher

Jun 11, 2024

Daniel Matters and his dog during the one dog race. Photo by Megan Fisher

During the King’s Birthday weekend, more than 200 competitors gathered at Moira Park to compete in the Northern Victoria Sled Dog Championships.

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The annual dry-sledding event kicked off with a cloud of dust as dogs sprinted down the tracks of Moira park, pulling their owners toward success.

The News’ Megan Fisher went along to the event to catch the dogs in action and to provide a glimpse into the fluffier moments in between, where companionship shared by dog and owner was visible.

Here’s what she captured:

Curious meets curious as eight month old Felix Coleman-Fraser interacts with puppy Goose. Photo by Megan Fisher

James Hipwell during the one dog race. Photo by Megan Fisher

A dog speeding down the track. Photo by Megan Fisher

Katie Kung during the one dog race. Photo by Megan Fisher

Colin McPhan with his two hard working lead dogs, Rip and Raven. Photo by Megan Fisher

Colin McPhan with his lead dog Raven. Photo by Megan Fisher

Dean Cove and Frostie after just finishing the canicross open race. Photo by Megan Fisher

Karen Simmons and her dog mid-stride during the canicross open race. Photo by Megan Fisher

Jackson Larrett and his dog giving it their all. Photo by Megan Fisher

Two dogs taking a moment to relax. Photo by Megan Fisher

Kirstie Frasier with her dog Douglas after the bikejoring race. Photo by Megan Fisher

Holly Hodgson taking care of her team of dogs. Photo by Megan Fisher

Holly Jessen and her powerful pup rocketing down the track. Photo by Megan Fisher

There was no shortage of adorable dogs on the day. Photo by Megan Fisher

Sharen McPhan with dog Tonah. Photo by Megan Fisher

Mark Needham competing in the bikejoring race. Photo by Megan Fisher

Play fighting to cool off. Photo by Megan Fisher

Richard Grilk during the one dog race. Photo by Megan Fisher

James Ganson with Lena. Photo by Megan Fisher

Ian Plant competing in the one dog race. Photo by Megan Fisher

Alan Bowles competed in the one dog race. Photo by Megan Fisher

By Megan Fisher

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