TOP SIRE 2026–2027 NSW PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE suggestions for advancing the objectives of our Association and the broader Merino industry, and indeed any concerns, to bring them to the attention of one of the people identified in that list so that they might be discussed at a meeting. The effectiveness and direction of the Association is reliant on an active membership. Sadly, I must also acknowledge the passing over the last year of two of the Association’s most stalwart patrons in Max Rayner and Stuart Beveridge OAM, both Life Governors, who have been fine examples of dedication and wise counsel to both the Association and the Merino industry in general. I extend my deepest sympathy to the Rayner and Beveridge families. There are some other families in our membership who are coping with the loss of a loved one this year and we share in their sadness and acknowledge the contribution made by the following to the Merino industry and its community: Margaret Barron, Craig Heath, Ken McCrabb, Peg Merriman and Joseph van Eyk. We are fortunate to have Rebecca Cooper fulfilling the role of Executive Officer. The recently revamped Association website is one of her milestone achievements since stepping into the role, but in general, Rebecca just makes sure things happen when the rest of us are doing our day-to-day battle at home. So, thank you Rebecca, and thank you to Julie Barron and Karina Merriman for your part in making sure the much-anticipated Top Sire comes to fruition each year. I appreciate that it can be akin to herding cats and this year’s Top Sire speaks volumes for your skill and effort. To finish, I would like to thank the Association’s Councillors for their commitment and participation, in particular the Executive of Malcolm Cox, Russell Jones and Tony Gall; immediate past President Hamish McLaren as well as the Chairs to our various committees including Greg Alcock, James Barron, Matthew Coddington, Mark Bazeley, Michael Corkhill, Garry Kopp, George Merriman and Cam Munro. Everyone is busy and your willingness to give of your time and wisdom is generous, invaluable and appreciated. Wishing everyone a fabulous Merino year. Best regards, Justin Campbell NSW SMBA President – 4 – Maximum Exposure Unmatched Reliability 1300 259 742 admin@stocklive.com.au www.stocklive.com.au Let us take the hard work out of sale day with our service packages: Live Webcasts, Audio Only Webcasts and Timed Online Auctions. Additionally, we offer tailored marketing add-ons, including website advertising, catalogue design, ram photography and videography! Australian-owned, we are committed tonsupporting our nation’s livestock industry. 100% Scan me
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