Rodeo brings on thrills and spills

WHILE the hot weather had crowd numbers down, plenty of people still turned out for some action-packed entertainment at the Cranbourne Rodeo and Country Festival.
Held on Saturday night, the 12th annual event in Clyde provided many thrills and spills for all those who attended.
The bare-back riding, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing were popular events but the crowd favourite – bull riding – kept everyone entertained.
The event also included extreme motorcycle stunt riders, live band Blackhill Ramblers and amusement ride for all ages.
News photographer Donna Oates was on hand to capture all the action.

Right: The crowd favourite event at the Cranbourne Rodeo and Country Festival was the bullriding.