Committee Members and Just some of the great people that get it done !
Outback Rodeos Inc. was formed in 2021 by a group of passionate Goldfields rodeo enthusiasts to assist local shires in delivering rodeo events to remote regional area of WA.
Matt Ralph - Committee
Matt is a proud Kalgoorlie-Boulder local, WA Cricket Icon, Owner operator of Direct Maintenance Contracting, Matt is passionate about giving Goldfields families something special to go to and be apart of in the region. Matt loves to be involved both on and off stage and is an integral part of the setup and pack up of our Operations. When you see Matty on the stage singing, applaud like there is no tomorrow.
Bodean Buckingham – Committee
Regional Operations Manager for Holdfast Fluid Power, Bodean is one of the two original founders of Outback Rodeos INC and passionate advocate for Rodeo and community events in the Goldfields, having lived in the Kalgoorlie Boulder for over 21 years, Bodean enjoys seeing people come together to get things done, enjoy a great show and get their boots dirty. When you see Bodean around dont be shy on offering a G’day or a rum, he’s never shy on either fronts.
Nathan Musgrave – committee
A rodeo enthusiast, competitor and participate from a young age Nathan is keen to deliver the Coolgardie Rodeo to the Goldfields community. As the General Manager for Access Hire Kalgoorlie, Nathan is passionate about bringing the community together. Access Hire Kalgoorlie are massive supporters of many community events in the Goldfields, Nathan is proud to be able to support his community and the broader region.
Andrew Weston – Committee
Goldfields Advocate, Owner-Operator of Weston Yard Services and passionate community minded person who likes to gives back, volunteer Fire and Ambulance Officer. Andrew enjoys ensuring all our patrons are safe and having fun. Westy loves to get amongst the action you’ll see him rolling in a tractor, being whipped on fire or just helping the ambos out - so sing out to Westy and say thanks !
sHannon Anthony - Committee
Shannon is passionate about all things Goldfields working in her thriving local business Goldfields Stockfeeds. Shannon not only sponsors our event but she is our organisational queen who works behind the scenes and at co-ordinates the Junior Rodeo and events. She believes events like the rodeo are important to showcase the beauty of the goldfields. Shannons amazing efforts with the Juniors is next level - If you see Shannon out the back of the competitors area give her a wave and say thanks. The world needs more Shannons.
Jason DeCampo – Committee
External Storeperson for Holdfast Fluid Power and advocate for local events in Goldfields, Jase has been a part of it all from the beginning in Menzies and Coolgardie Rodeos. Jason loves seeing the community come together for major events and drive tourism in the region. Jase is our heavily involved behind the scenes guy who is always reliable and just keeps getting it done. If you see Jase around the grounds give him a wave and say G’day. - Ladies if your single and ready to mingle Jase is an eligible cowboy looking for his cowgirl to ride of into the sunset with.
Darren Hovingh – Committee
Branch Manager for Holdfast Fluid Power and long-standing Goldfields local, Darren is heavily involved in community and sporting groups and enjoys seeing the team work together to put on a major draw card event in the Goldfields. Passionate about increasing awareness of our tourism assets in the Goldfields Darren is amazing at getting involved and getting things done when it needs to.
CHUCK THOMAS - COMMITTEE
Chuck is an adventurous photographer based in Coolgardie WA the heart of the Goldfields. Having a wealth of experience in tourism, the arts, and large events he brings a unique perspective to the board. Chuck owns Remote Digital Imagery, a multi service business supplying the goldfields with commercial photography, film production, PA hire, Drone Operations, Photobooth and Remote Connectivity Solutions. Chuck looks after many Rodeos right across WA and has a well earnt badge of honour and respect with many community groups for his can do attitude and ability to get the job done. If you see Chuck around don’t be shy to offer a drink and give him a slap on the butt he loves it keeps him alive.
Ethan Patterson - COMMITTEE
Ethan is our super friendly, keen committee member, his day time job see’s him learning from the best at Access Hire Kalgoorlie, Ethan is currently going through his apprenticeship with the team at Access and loves helping out at Rodeo and the other community events Access Hire Supports. Ethan loves Rodeo and is very at home getting dirty in the bush, but he’s also an avid gamer and loves his sports and tucker. If you see him about drop him a “howdy”.
Elodie Weston - Committee
Elodie is amazing She’s team leader/manager 360health & community. Elodie is passionate about helping people with chronic medical conditions and NDIS support.
Elodie is Born and bred Kalgoorlie, Volunteer Ambo and loves camping and bulling riding events in the Goldfields. Elodie keeps us all in check, well fed and ensures we are doing it right.
Dylan Haynes (Joe Dirt) – Committee
Brought up in the scrub and raised in trucking and touring, Kalgoorlie Boulder local and proud Goldfields resident, Enjoys camping, getting amongst it with his mates and lending a hand. Passionate Rodeo advocate and goer having been to over 20 events , Joe chucked his hand up and wanted to help out! If you see Joe Dirt around hide your missus and your rum cans because they’re equally in danger. Give him a G’day and thank him for his tireless work.