Nosework Trial | 1 x Novice, 1 x Intermediate & 1 x Advance – Stanhope Road School – August 8th - 9th 2026

Nosework Trial – 1 x Novice, 1 x Intermediate & 1 x Advance
Date: Saturday August 8th - Sunday August 9th 2026
Location: Stanhope Road School, Mount Wellington, Auckland
Host: CANINE.NZ
Sanctioning Body: Scent Sports Association of New Zealand (SSANZ)

This Nosework Trial is conducted under SSANZ rules and regulations. A current SSANZ membership is required to enter.

Trial Overview

CANINE.NZ is pleased to host a Nosework Trial offering the following levels and elements. This event is designed to provide clear, fair searching opportunities in line with SSANZ guidelines.

All entries must be submitted via www.scentsport.nz. This listing is for payment only after entry submission

Levels & Odours

Levels Offered:

• Novice – Odour: Clove Bud
• Intermediate – Odour: Sweet Birch
• Advance – Odour: Clove Bud & Sweet Birch

Each level constitutes a separate trial. Dogs may enter more than one level if eligibility requirements are met.

Judges

• Novice: Gaye Stammers, Gina Reid, Kelly Daniel, (TBD)
• Intermediate: Kerryn Johnson, Sam Murdie, Gina Reid, (TBD)
  
• Advance: Tracey Peterson, Kerryn Johnson, Sam Murdie (Trainee), (TBD)

CANINE.NZ reserves the right to appoint a reserve judge if required.

Awards & Ribbons

• Rosettes awarded to all qualifying teams
  
• Judge’s Choice Award per element at each level

Awards are presented in accordance with SSANZ regulations.

Entry & Payment Process (Important)

Step 1: Submit your entry via www.scentsport.nz
Step 2: Select the payment option below that matches the number of elements entered
Step 3: Once payment is received, CANINE.NZ will contact you to confirm your entry

Entry Fee: $45.00 per dog, per level or per element. Entries are confirmed in accordance with SSANZ Regulation 8.6.

CANINE.NZ reserves the right to limit entries.

Event Details

• Start Time: Advanced will begin at 9:00 am on August 8th. Novice will follow in the afternoon, starting around 1:00 pm. Intermediate will begin at 9:00 am on August 9th.
• Running Order: Sent via email prior to the event
• Questions: scentsquad@canine.nz
• Website: www.canine.nz

Venue Information

Venue: Stanhope Road School
Address: 2 Harris Road, Mount Wellington, Auckland 1051

Additional site-specific information will be provided to competitors closer to the event.

Important Notes

• This listing does not replace official entry via scentsport.nz
• A current SSANZ membership is required
• Dogs and handlers must meet eligibility requirements
• Trial details are subject to change if required