The Bakers Creek Cup is a charity event featuring local stockmen and women mounted on Australian stock horses who race in support of Gloucester’s cancer support groups.

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A group of 70 gathered to cheer the riders on at “Trilogy”, the property of Bob and Sandy Tebbet, where the event was run on the banks of the beautiful Bakers Creek.

A series of sprint races were contested during the afternoon with the winner, for the second year in succession, being Tracey O’Donnell on Cutter, an Australian stock/cross quarter horse.

“We stage a few novelty events during the afternoon that generate lots of fun, however the highlight of the day is the horse races,” said organiser Bob Tebbet.

“Seeing the stock horses in full flight is spectacular and very exciting.”

Bob and Sandy Tebbet have been running the event for 12 years.

“We provide lunch in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere while enjoying watching the secondary event from Melbourne,” Sandy said.

“It is a pleasure to host such kind and generous people on our place.

“We would not be able to stage the event without the kind assistance from our friends.

“Thanks to all our helpers.”

Through the support of patrons on the day and donations a total of $3,600.00 was raised.

These funds have been equally donated to Gloucester’s cancer support groups.

“Thank you to the horses and riders and all who came along to make the day,” said Sandy and Bob.

“It is quite apparent that Aussie goodwill and generosity is alive and well in Gloucester.”

A highlight of the day was a young lady called Mienke on her Shetland cross pony.

Mienke and her parents Johann and Rochell recently arrived in Australia from South Africa and have been warmly welcomed to the community.

Mienke will start at Gloucester Public School in the new year.