North East Coast: District Contest Info

Saturday 18th October

Location: 2742 Roys Hill Road, Hastings, 4175
Convenor: Emma Ractliffe
On-the-day contact: Sophie Herriott

TIMELINE

Please see below for the contestant round allocation and start times. Aim to arrive slightly before your briefing time. 

ITEMS TO ACTION

Please go through the below documents and complete the Health and Safety Induction and Waiver of Liability before arriving to the contest. You won't be able to compete until you've done so.

• Health & Safety Induction
• Waiver of Liability
• Rules & Conditions of Entry
• Chainsaw Safety (video below)

MAP

Please see the below map for details for your arrival. 

CLOTHING

Each contestant will receive a Bushbuck shirt and FMG hat to wear. You must wear these at all times while competing, however feel free to layer to stay warm. Please wear plain black shorts or trousers without any visible logos (it's fine to cover them up with black tape)

Please check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. Every person on site must wear closed-toed shoes. 

GEAR LIST

TBC

PRIZES

As the East Coast Region is hosting two district events, the top 4 contestants from the North East Coast District will receive a cash prize and qualify to compete at the Regional Final.

MEDIA

We'll be taking photos and videos throughout the day to use for marketing purposes. Please let the NZYF staff member on site know if you do not want to be in any photos or videos.

CONTACT

If you need to get in touch with us, please email events@youngfarmers.co.nz.

You must let us know ASAP if you're no longer able to compete.