Walk Sunset Beach Sun 30th Apr

Sunset Beach at Port Waikato Sun 30th April

Meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start as it will be low tide then and better for the walk.

See flyer for full details.

Off to the beach again. It is Sunset Beach at Port Waikato and there is miles of beach
for the dogs to explore. For those who would like it is certainly good swimming and
popular with surfers.

It seems a long drive out but is only 30 minutes from Pokeno. Full directions below.
These walks are suitable for any healthy dog and owner of reasonable fitness but the
dogs must be over 10 months old and be under fairly good control.
Walking will be mostly on the beach so shoes can be worn or not as wished but
everyone will need towels for afterwards as the dogs will take full advantage of the
sea. It is also advisable to take some water for your dogs.
We love to see all the family on these walks and they are not exclusive to Labradors.

After the walk we have had a very kind invitation from Sue Rae to her holiday house, which is close by, for coffee.

If you have any queries please ring Luana Coulam 0212995880

Directions
Southern motorway to Pokeno.
At Pokeno take Pokeno Rd to Tuakau – this becomes Whangarata Rd.
Drive straight to the end and turn left to Port Waikato – don’t go into Tuakau.
Go over a bridge and turn right where there is a sign to Waikato Holiday Camp.
Carry along this road until you see a sign which says Sunset Beach along with other
signs on the same post.
You will end up at a big parking area right by the sea we will meet there.
NOTE: There is reduced parking near the surf club due to recent storm damage but plenty of parking round the corner

Click here to see where we meet.

Walk for Older Labradors

31 Griggs Road, Whitford Sun 16th April@9.45

Pat Woollaston has kindly opened up her property in Whitford for a Club Walk for the Lab oldies. Please lock in Sunday 16th April if you have a Labrador 10 years + or is compromised and can’t manage the normal Labrador walks.

See flyer

Date: Sunday 16th April
Time: 9.45 start
Where: 31 Griggs Road, Whitford
Dogs: Labradors aged 10 years + or those that are compromised and can’t walk far.
RSVP: Luana 0212995880 luanajc1972@gmail.com as a courtesy would be appreciated.
Inquiries: Contact: Pat 0274944914 pat@southerlylabradors.co.nz
Directions:

  • Griggs Road is off the main Whitford Highway (on your right about 7.5 km from Botany Town Centre).
  • After you turn into Griggs Road travel down the new road through the trees at the turnaround – approximately .5km from the main highway.
  • Please park on the road and walk through the pedestrian gate.
  • Please keep your dogs on the lead until everyone has arrived.

Lab Club FUN DAY Sun 12th March

Come along with your Labrador and other family wannabe Labradors for some fun! Suitable for all ages/abilities. New members welcome.

Please ensure that your puppies are fully vaccinated

See Flyer for full details

Date 12th March [Sunday]
Time Registration at 10.00
Where Kennel Club Grounds, 743 Clevedon Road, Ardmore Click here for map.
Games Blind man’s Bluff, Obstacle Course, Hi vis Relay, Water Retrieve
Puppies Opportunities to socialise your puppies and do some lead training
Bring CASH and your children / grandchildren prizes for the young ones
Entries $5 entry fee per family
Food & Drink There will be a BBQ and drinks available

Christmas Ribbon Parade and Fun Event Sun 27th Nov 2022

Santa Our final event for 2022 is our Ribbon Parade / Games / Santa flyby – we would love to see you there for a BBQ, raffles and lots of fun. New members and visitors welcome. See Flyer for full details

Date 27th November [ Sunday]
Time Entries 10.00–10.20, Games start 10.30, Judging starts approx. 11.15
Where Kennel Club Grounds, Clevedon Road, Ardmore Click here for map. Look for the Club sign.
Games with dogs for Children [2yrs to 90]
Father Christmas Those with children please bring a gift for santas sack, clearly labelled with name, and worth max $10.00. Christmas Cake and Bubbles for Adults.
Photos Get your Labradors photo taken with santa – gold coin donation to Lab Club Rescue.
Food & Drink There will be a BBQ and drinks available for sale
Raffle & merchandise Raffle with multiple prizes & club merchandise on sale

*** Ribbon Parade *** Judge Elaine Feng
Ribbon parade event is open to all Labradors, young pups (as long as your puppy is fully vaccinated), old veterans, those in the middle, pets and show dogs. We will be having a quick Novice Handler ring craft class prior to the start of the Ribbon Parade for those wishing to learn.
For details of all the classes there will be please see the flyer

Below are some photos taken from a previous years event

Labrador Club TRAINING Day Sun 5th June

Club Day on Sunday 5th June – with a number of exciting activities suitable for all.
Come and join us for an introduction to Gundog Trailling, Show Training, Rally-O, and more plus an opportunity for puppy socialisation.  Participate in the activities and stay for a BBQ afterwards.
New members welcome.

Please ensure that your puppies are fully vaccinated

See Flyer for full details

Date 5th June [Sunday]
Time Registration 10.00 for a 10.30 Start (approx. 2 hours duration)
Where NZKC Kennel Club, Obedience Grounds, 743 Clevedon Road, Ardmore
What Puppy Socialisation, Show Training, Basic Retrieve Training, Rally-O
Entries $5 entry fee per family – cash only/no eftpos
Food & Drink There will be a sausage sizzle plus hot and cold drinks available

Click here for map.

Lab Club FUN DAY Sun 1st May

Come along with your Labrador and other family wannabe Labradors for some fun! Suitable for all ages/abilities. New members welcome.

Please ensure that your puppies are fully vaccinated

See Flyer for full details

Date 1st May [Sunday]
Time Registration at 10.00
Where Kennel Club Grounds, 743 Clevedon Road, Ardmore Click here for map.
Games Blind man’s Bluff, Obstacle Course, Hi vis Relay, Water Retrieve
Puppies Opportunities to socialise your puppies
Entries $5 entry fee per family
Food & Drink There will be a BBQ and drinks available – bring CASH

Walk Sunset Beach Sun 10th Apr

Sunset Beach at Port Waikato Sun 10th April

Meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start as it will be low tide then and better for the walk.

See flyer for full details.

Off to the beach again. It is Sunset Beach at Port Waikato and there is miles of beach
for the dogs to explore. For those who would like it is certainly good swimming and
popular with surfers.

It seems a long drive out but is only 30 minutes from Pokeno. Full directions below.
These walks are suitable for any healthy dog and owner of reasonable fitness but the
dogs must be over 10 months old and be under fairly good control.
Walking will be mostly on the beach so shoes can be worn or not as wished but
everyone will need towels for afterwards as the dogs will take full advantage of the
sea. It is also advisable to take some water for your dogs.
We love to see all the family on these walks and they are not exclusive to Labradors.

After the walk we have had a very kind invitation from Sue Rae to her holiday house, which is close by, for coffee.

If you have any queries please ring Luana Coulam 0212995880

Directions
Southern motorway to Pokeno.
At Pokeno take Pokeno Rd to Tuakau – this becomes Whangarata Rd.
Drive straight to the end – don’t go into Tuakau, and turn left to Port Waikato.
Go over a bridge and turn right where there is a sign to Waikato Holiday Camp.
Carry along this road until you see a sign which says Sunset Beach along with other
signs on the same post.
You will end up at a big parking area right by the sea we will meet there.

Click here to see where we meet.

Champ Show Sat 26th Mar 2022

This will be held Saturday 26th Mar 2022
at NZKC Exhibition Centre, 743 Clevedon Road, Ardmore, Auckland

UPDATE – See Results and Photos

See Reporting Schedule for latest details.

Labradors being judged by the clubs patron Jean McErlane.
Show proudly sponsored by Purina

Entries close on Thursday March 10th so please get your online entries in.

Day membership dispensation available for those who wish to enter the Labrador Show but are not a member of Dogs NZ.  Please contact either Angela or Pat for further details:
Angela Murray eventidelabradors@icloud.com or
Pat Woollaston pat@southerlylabradors.co.nz

Please note:-

  • There will be no catering available at the Grounds so please bring your own food and refreshments.
  • Your vaccine pass will be checked on arrival at the Grounds, and you will be issued with a coloured wristband. You must wear the wristband whilst on the grounds.
  • Masks must be worn within the ring.

Angela Murray will be in contact with all the exhibitors to get numbers of exhibitors/support people attending etc.

See Flyer for more details.

Click here for a map of where the showgrounds are

Clicker Training Sun 8th Aug

The Labrador Club is holding a Clicker Training session for its members see
flyer for more details

When: Sunday 8th Aug at 10.30am
Cost: $10.00 per dog
Where: Kennel Club Grounds, 743 Clevedon Road, Ardmore Click here for map.
Register: If you wish to reserve a place enrol by:

  • emailing your name, along with your dog’s name and who will be handling it, to our secretary, Mary mwaugh1@gmail.com
  • Paying in advance [with enrolment] using your surname as the reference to
    B/Ac 03-0149 -0089402-000

Puppies must be vaccinated, bring a lead, poop bags, water and bowl.

Tea, coffee, biscuits available.

Lab Walk Mangere Sun 18th Jul

Meet at 9.30am

See flyer for details

Our next walk will be in Creamery Road Mangere. It’s a huge fenced off lead dog area where the dogs can run for miles! There is a trough there with running water for the dogs to have a drink and a cool down before carrying on around the grassed area.

This walk is suitable for all dogs of any age. If you want to bring your puppy you can as long as he/she is fully vaccinated. You can make the walk as long or as short as you wish. We love to see all the family on these walks and they are not exclusive to Labradors.

Directions Click here for map of the area. The meeting place is just along from the marked address where there is a small white dot.

From the South…
Follow South Western Motorway (Highway 20) to Coronation Road – Exit 10
Left at Roundabout then right at lights onto Miller Road
Left onto Mountain Road then at the roundabout take the second exit onto Creamery Road and follow that for a few hundred metres.
The park is on the left.

From the North…
Follow State Highway 20 to Walmsley Road – Exit 10
Continue on Walmsley Road
Take Miller Road to Creamery Road
The park is on the left.

Plenty of parking on the road.

For queries before or on the day please phone Luana Coulam 021 299 5880