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    Posted: 20 Apr 2025 at 7:02pm
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I am one of a group of four who shoot on a local farm block for fallow. I had an invite to go on Saturday but for a couple of reasons I couldn't go so our mate Mike took my spot. I have walked beside him many times and he is the fittest of us all - a real tough rugged sort of guy. On Saturday he shot a fallow buck and his last words were 'I don't feel so...' & collapsed never to wake again. Our mate spent 45mins doing CPR and another took over after that until the helicopter arrived.

RIP Mike, I really looked up to you Cry
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Sorry to hear of your loss Smudge. Condolences to you and your friends family.
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Sorry to hear, condolences.
Those that say it can't be done are being overtaken by those doing it.
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Tough brother -

The real good ones always seem to leave long before their allotted time should be up.
I feel your agony.
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Thanks guys. My friend was Mike Neale. Mike started up Rusty Dog in Pukekohe so I am sure some of you bumped into him. A man of good morals and determination whose settled for an easier life. It has been a tough weekend for me but even harder for my mates who administered CPR. Both have belonged to these forums. RIP bro
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Sad event "Smudge" also a timely reminder to catch up with mates.We might not communicate for weeks but we know they are there.So Sunday has organized  a catch up. Just never know right!
"Times up"
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Condolences. At least he went doing what he loved and taking a buck to boot!  

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Tough gig Smudge.
I often think our health and wellbeing is not something we talk about, invest in or take seriously until we get a wake up call, and sometimes that is too late.
Just the ramblings of a 64 yr old who knows he should drink less, eat better and exercise more.
All the best for the next week Smudge. Remember to take some time for yourself.
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Yep sad stuff alright there smudge, you never know when the times up. Great way to go though doing what he obviously loved.
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Oh no, must have been a frightening experience for the others there, sad to here this about your friend Smudge.

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Sad news Smudge , sorry for your loss .
I'd only met Mike once or twice , but he seemed like a good bugger . RIP
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Thanks guys. It hit me pretty hard to be fair. I've got some of my best mates right here so you guys better hang in there! 
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Originally posted by Skoti Skoti wrote:

Sad news Smudge , sorry for your loss .
I'd only met Mike once or twice , but he seemed like a good bugger . RIP

Thanks Skoti, he was a great guy and I'll treasure that pic of you & Mike (plus a few other norty guys)  forever. You better stick around bro!
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