Jack Richards with the axe box he made for himself with paua inlays added by Peter Templeton, of Riverton. PHOTOS: KEN MUIRThe Richards family at Eastern Bush are relative newcomers to the sport of woodchopping and 14-year-old Jack Richards has got off to a flying start in his axeman competition career. This is Jack's third season of woodchopping and he is working hard with Welsh coach Simon Bond to continue to develop his skills. Welsh coach Simon Bond (right) discusses technique with Jack Richards at their weekly training session. Jack, who goes to Waiau Area School in Tuatapere, has just turned 14 and said he was keen to keep woodchopping as his main sport.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 09, 2019 15:56 UTC