Collie
to host Tom Quilty By Adam Orlando - Collie Mail
COLLIE is set to gain international
recognition after it was officially named the host of the premier Tom Quilty
event in 2007.
Collie beat three other towns to host the endurance
riding spectacular, which will be held at the Harris River Estate winery.
"We've got it, we've won the right to host the Tom Quilty in 2007,"
local endurance rider Debra Ryan said this week.
"This means a lot for
Collie, for everyone who has a horse, for small businesses, it's just a huge
event."
The coveted endurance riding event, which is held over 24 hours
and covers 160 kilometres, is expected to boost tourism in Collie, during what
is usually a quiet period, and will help promote the sport to neighbouring
towns. [More
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