Noosa Today photographer Rob Maccoll has been named a finalist in the 2020 Queensland Clarion Awards in the Regional and Community News Photograph category.
Rob’s entry, “Safe Hoof” was published in Noosa Today on 12 September 2019. His photos were taken during last year’s Noosa Show.
When show jumper Sophie Mead took a tumble during her routine at the Noosa Show she could have been badly injured if not for the incredible reaction of her horse.
Sophie fell from her saddle coming out of a jump and landed on her back. Her horse came to an immediate halt mid-canter, taking the weight off it’s foot to prevent it coming down heavily on her, then stood calmly beside her.
The crowd was relieved when after a few minutes on the ground Sophie stood up before hopping back on her horse.
Winners of the awards will be announced at the Clarion Awards presentation on 19 September.
