Turning 102 'not too bad'

Jim Brown was enjoying himself at the Waimate Dog Trial Club's annual trials yesterday.

Mr Brown, who turns 102 next Saturday, has had a long association with the club, including stints as both secretary and president; and he is a patron and life member.

The retired farmer displayed a remarkable memory as he recalled the years he served in official positions, the trial grounds at which he had both competed and judged, and the time he scored 98 out of 100 at Geraldine with his heading dog Jan - the last, and best, dog he had. MORE>>