Far North Equestrian Group will be having a sign on day 27 March, 3:00pm

6:00pm with a BBQ starting 6:30pm at Freshwater Pony Club Grounds. The sign on day will run FREE of charge to current FNEG financial members.

For more details go to www.fneg.info or 0411 254 935

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A lifetime’s Passion Builds the Equestrian QLD CIC3* Country Course

With a lifetime passion for riding, training and competing in jumping and cross-country, FEI Candidate Course Designer, Sylvia Roberts, will bring the much anticipated Equestrian Queensland CIC3* event to life with a course which has all the hallmarks of a classic, competitive and exhilarating cross-country course.

Locating to Warwick with her parents in 1970, Sylvia pursued her competitive goals in gymkhanas and One Day Events and was a representative on the Qld Pony Club Eventing team at the State Championships.  Of this landmark life event, Sylvia said, “Alas I did not do too well as my little horse was a great jumper but had a phobia of those dreaded ditches.  Elimination on the cross-country phase was a huge disappointment but it was the last time I was ever to be eliminated on a cross-country course”.

Following a successful foray in the showjumping arena during her teenage years, Sylvia then took some time out of the saddle to focus on a Nursing career.  With the advent of a young family, and unable to stay out of the saddle for too long, the next step in Sylvia’s riding career meant choosing a sport which fit with the schedule of having children.  Next stop – Endurance, where Sylvia achieved recognition by placing in the top ten in the State and says, “Unfortunately I never got to ride in the Tom Quilty Gold Cup but did place 4^th in the Warwick to Gold Coast 200k ride”.

In 1988, Sylvia re-entered the sport of Eventing with her super-bold “jumping machine”, Dymintina Symphony.  With combined competitive spirit, Sylvia and Symphony went from Preliminary to CCI2* in a mere 18months and won the QLD Horse and Rider of the year in 1995.

It was during the 1995 Melbourne Three Day Event that Sylvia first developed her passion for course building and she recalls, “I was so blown away by the presentation of the course and the quality of the fences that I decided to develop a course in Warwick. This then became an obsession, which in turn began the Warwick Horse Trials.  As I did not know how to design or build a cross country course, I sought the assistance of Felicity Cribb to give me some ideas on possible fences.  I then started the hard way of building fences ...which very soon caved in or were not structurally sound”.

With the assistance of Queensland elite riders donating their time as instructors (which is now known as the hugely popular Warwick Summer School) and with the subsequent money raised, Sylvia and work colleague, Simon Goddard, lobbied the local Council and the QLD State Sports and Recreation body for funding.  With their combined tenacity, they were fortunate to be granted funding and in 1997, with the experience of Bill Thompson and the passionate enthusiasm of Sylvia, her husband Roger, Simon Goddard and Mick Lawlor, the Warwick Cross Country course was born.

Over the next ten years, Sylvia continued with the Warwick course designing and was literally ‘hands-on’ in the fence construction.  Having attended several EFA & FEI CD/TD seminars, it was International Course Designer, Brian Schrapel, who encouraged Sylvia to apply for an upgrade to FEI status as Course Designer.   In 2009 Sylvia was promoted to an FEI Candidate Course Designer - one of only approximately seven women in the world on the FEI Course Designing list.

In early 2010, Sylvia applied for the FEI Global Training Program which gives applicants the possibility of attending a major international event in a mentoring role.  On being accepted, Sylvia says, “As one of only six Australian Officials and the only CD accepted, I feel very humbled to be included in this program and am very excited to say that I will be travelling to Paris in May to attend a FEI workshop at Jardy CCI/CIC with seven other international Course Designers from around the world. I hope to gain lots more experience from the international scene to bring back to Australia”.

On her course design for the Easter Equestrian QLD CIC3* in Warwick, Sylvia’s passion for a thrilling, yet horse/rider-friendly course is evident when asked for her plans, saying, “For this event I have tried to keep the distances and efforts to a minimum as the event is very early in the season with horses possibly not being at their peak fitness.  I have designed the course to encourage horse and rider combinations at each level but still given them some technical questions to keep their attention and focus throughout the course.  After receiving lots of rain in the earlier part of the year the going should be excellent”.

On her goals for the event, Sylvia continues, “I hope all competitors here at the Eventing Qld first FEI event will enjoy the challenge of the cross country course and all have a very safe and enjoyable weekend.  I would like to thank all those who assisted in the preparation and presentation of the cross country and a very special mention to Sue Hoffman from Warwick Gardens Galore who allows me to borrow all the wonderful plants and ornaments to beautify the course.  I would also like to sincerely thank all of the women in the Warwick Work Camp as without their devoted assistance we would not be able to bring this event to you”.

With a full competition programme from Intro to 3* and a total prize pool of $10,000, nominations are closing soon.  Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in an event which will really get your 2010 competition year off to a great start!

Nominations via www.nominate.com.au

Showjumpers are athletes too

In an effort to prove that Showjumping riders are athletes too, a small group of riders led by Ian Hamilton, Robert Goodwin and Wayne Alexander with the support of good friend Richard Pfuhl are participating in the Bribie Island Triathlon March 14 2010.

So that our efforts are not entirely in vain we will be raising money for the Leukaemia Foundation of Australia.

We have set the rather modest target of $5000, but place no limit on your generosity and please donate as much as you can afford. I myself am kick starting donations with $500.

Also anyone that is available on Sunday March 14 you are invited to come along and cheer on the lads, as anyone who knows them is aware they thrive on the encouragement of others.

p.s I believe entries are still open for anyone wanting to join the boys. more...

Changes to HSBC FEI World Cup Eventing a boost to NZ and Australian riders

New Zealand and Australian eventers now have chance to compete for a share of US$180,000 in the HSBC FEI World Cup.

The FEI announced yesterday a new and exciting format for the HSBC FEI World Cupä Eventing series. Riders will now be competing for a top 15 place in the overall standings to take home a share of the US$180,000 prize pool on offer, rather than having to travel to Europe to compete in the Final. Riders are allowed to compete in as many qualifiers as they like, but only the best two results will count towards the final ranking.

Event organising committees of the New Zealand and Australian rounds of the HSBC FEI World Cupä Eventing qualifiers have welcomed the announcement saying it will make the series far more equitable and attractive to Australia and New Zealand riders. In the previous years riders and their horses would have had to travel to Europe to compete in the Final and a chance for the major prizes.

"This new format means that riders who place well at two qualifiers – such as Kihikihi in New Zealand (2-4 Apr) and Sydney in Australia (7-9 May) have a really good chance of collecting a share of the significant prize pool” said Bruce Bason, Kihikihi Event Director. “We expect that the new format will see riders on both sides of the Tasman travel to Kihikihi and Sydney in order to secure maximum points and increase their chances of being in the top 15” added Bruce.

"Unfortunately Megan Jones winner of both the New Zealand and Australian qualifiers last year could not go to the Final in Poland due to lengthy quarantine requirements, if this system applied last year, Megan would have placed 3^rd overall (just 8 points behind the overall winner) and received a $US23,000 prize in addition to the significant prize money she collected at Kihikihi and Sydney" added Rose Read, Sydney Event Director.

Kiwi and Aussie riders who travel across the Tasman to compete at either Kihikihi or Sydney will receive assistance with local travel, stabling and accommodation costs during by each event organsing committee.

Full details of the revised rules can be found on the FEI website www.horsesport.org

Mitavite Foxhunter Round 3 – Millmerran Show

Results from a field of 32 entries:

1^st        Dave Berman “Boland”
2^nd       Ashley Gartner “Just High”
3^rd        Darren Weston “Heza Rockert”

4^th        Des Hilet “Ira Hayes”
5^th          Hayden James “CTD Aton”

6^th        Katie Sullivan “JP Vesper”

Round 4 will be at Goondiwindi Show on the 1^st of April.

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SaddlerySales.com Grand Prix Horse of the Year Series

The first round of the 2010 SaddlerySales.com Grand Prix Horse of the Year Series was run on Saturday at the Pittsworth Show.

The showgrounds had over five inches of rain in the days leading up to the show and then another two inches overnight which left the grounds very wet for the main day of showjumping.  A big thanks should go out to Robyn Kreig who was at the grounds helping park trucks from 6am and for forging ahead with the jumping program even though numbers were extremely down on previous years.  Not only was it wet on the Darling Downs but the whole of Southern Queensland had received some of its biggest rainfall totals in years thus making it near impossible for many people to get to the show let alone work their horses.

The Pittsworth Show has some of the best prize money on offer and was certainly worth getting some gear muddy for.  The Grand Prix Class had only five starters.  Graeme Watts built a small simple track which still took some jumping as the grounds at that stage made for some very heavy going.  Clem Smith & Dark Ages opted to only start in the first round as not wanting to injury his horse prior to leaving for New Zealand next week & was placed 5^th.  The other four combinations went on to the second round with Jamie Raymont & Oz Lotto the 2009 Newcomer Horse of the Year jumping the only double clear and taking out first place.  The other three horses in the jump off all finished with four faults with time separating the placings.   Jamie’s second ride Seabreeze Celica was second followed by Robert Moffat’s It’s Ritchie in third & Clem’s second ride Noble Eros also on four faults placed fourth.  It was a great day out for Jamie.

The next round will be held as part of the Toowoomba Royal Grand Prix which is after Sydney Royal

Easter Monday Super Clinic

Anjanette Harten, Gary Lung, Jacqui Huppert.

When:      Easter Monday 5th April

Place:       PRARG Grounds

We have hired 3 highly experienced Instructors,  (Anjanette Harten, Gary Lung, Jacqui Huppert.

Be quick as places fill very fast.

Booking Form is on www.prarg.com on home page

Or ring Regina on mob. 0433806305

DON’T MISS OUT

Vince Corvi Clinics

Vince Corvi is giving clinics on thursdays every fortnight at SPR HORSES

address;  61 SHAWS POCKET ROAD

          LUSCOMBE      4207

          (between Brisbane and Gold Coast, 10 min. from Beenleigh)

Fence sitters are welcome to watch and learn while Vince is giving lessons to riders and horses of all levels, he has got the skill to teach the riders and include and educate the public at the same time. 

you will learn so much!

Please feel free to come, watch and learn from a very open minded, experienced overall horseman with a great sense of humor. you can come at any time of the day.

Cost; $15.--

next clinic; Thursday, 11 March 2010  first of eight lessons start at 9.30am

for more information on Thursdays schedule, or if you would like to list yourself for a riding lesson call or email;

   LINDA  TREUR

ph; 0412  810 582

linda@sprhorses.com

www.sprhorses.com

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New funding programs and they are open now!

A new package of sport and recreation funding programs has been released to create jobs, help build infrastructure and deliver initiatives to encourage Queenslanders to take part in sport and recreation activities.

Information sessions

Information sessions with details of the new programs will be held across the state in March and April. Check out the locations and times of sessions being held in your region.  

Active Inclusion Program   NOW OPEN

This funding will be available for local organisations to encourage disadvantaged groups to participate in sport and recreation. This may include funding to establish local sporting competitions, or to help provide more equitable access for people with a disability to participate in sport and recreation. Read more

Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Program   NOW OPEN

Funding will be provided for capital works infrastructure to encourage participation in sport and recreation. This funding will go towards the cost of facilities such as playing fields, lighting for ovals or tennis courts. Read more

Local Sport and Recreation Jobs plan OPENING SOON

This plan will contribute to employment costs of a Local Sport and Recreation coordinator who will help organisations with matters such as fundraising, promotional activities and sponsorships at the grassroots level. Read more

State Sport and Recreation Organisational Development Program OPENING SOON

State level sport and recreation bodies will be eligible to apply for funding to help encourage participation in sport and recreation across Queensland and at the local level. Read more

More information

For more information on the funding programs contact your local Department advisor on 1300 656 191.

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FEI Month in Review: January/February 2010

We are pleased to introduce you to the FEI Month in Review (see attached newsletter), a monthly update from FEI Headquarters sent to the greater FEI Family.

The purpose of this newsletter is to provide you with a brief update on all that has been happening - FEI News, Key Meetings, Other News & Updates, and any events/deadlines/meetings Coming Up. You will notice this Month in Review includes updates from both January and February, so as to provide you with updates from the beginning of the year, however, now that this service is operational – you will receive the FEI Month in Review at the end of each month. The next FEI Month in Review will therefore be sent out on Wednesday 31 March.

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Youth Olympic Games Update: New Video Available Now

The first ever Youth Olympic Games will take place in Singapore from 14 to 26 August 2010 and equestrian is one of the 26 sports on the programme.

With less than six months to go, the FEI has posted a short video update from Glen Haven Park in Australia, where 38 horses are being trained ready for the Youth Olympic Games.

To watch the video, please visit www.fei.org and click the “Journey to Singapore” link on the website’s homepage.

Additional information on the Glen Haven Park team is available here.

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FEI World Cup™ Dressage 2009/2010

A total of 15 riders from 10 nations will compete at the 25th anniversary final of the FEI World Cup™ Dressage series at 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands later this month.

The 2008/2009 series champion, Steffen Peters of the USA, will not be defending his title but two spots still remain open for riders from the North American league which has just one last qualifier remaining. 
 
The Western European League line-up is already decided following last weekend's final qualifying leg in Gothenburg, Sweden where Adelinde Cornelissen came out on top.  The Dutch rider will be joined by her gold-medal-winning Alltech FEI European Championship team-mates Edward Gal and Imke Schellekens-Bartels in the battle for the 2009/2010 title.  Germany will also be three-handed with Isabell Werth, Matthias Alexander Rath and Carola Koppelman in action while Sweden's Patrik Kittel secured his place with an impressive second-place finish last Saturday.
 
Flying the flag for the Central European League will be 28 year old Michal Rapcewicz from Poland while 39 year old Australian, Brett Parbery, has qualified from the Pacific League and Brazil's Luiza Tavares de Almeida will represent the South American/Asian region.  Steffen Peters' absence means that there are three further places on offer instead of just two, and these have been allocated to Belgium's Jeroen Devroe, Hungary's Acs Robert and Denmark's Nathalie Zu Sayn Wittgenstein, while the two reserves are Sweden's Tinne Vilhelmson Silfven and Poland's Katarzyna Milczarek.
 
The sensation of the season, and hot favourite to take the 2009/2010 FEI World Cup™ Dressage title is, of course, the spectacular black stallion Moorlands Totilas ridden by Edward Gal who took last summer's Alltech FEI European Dressage Championships by storm and who has continued his record-breaking form throughout the indoor season. 

FEI WORLD CUP™ DRESSAGE FINAL - 's-Hertogenbosch (NED), 25-27 March
 
FEI World Cup™ Dressage, the only worldwide series in this discipline, has entered its 25th season. The series, created in 1985, comprises four leagues: Western European, Central European, North American (including Canada) and Pacific (Australia, New Zealand, Asia). Each FEI World Cup™ Dressage qualifier consists of a Grand Prix test, which in turn is a qualification for the Freestyle to music competition, where league points are accumulated towards places in the Final. Judged on both technical and artistic merit, the FEI World Cup™ Dressage combines art, sport and partnership between horse and rider at the highest level and consistently proves a winning formula with audiences all over the world.
 
Technical Note: The FEI World Cup Dressage™ Champion does not earn points in his/her starts but is automatically qualified to the next Final with two FEI World Cup™ Dressage qualifiers completed. Riders not belonging to the Western European League (WEL) or Central European League (CEL) cannot earn points in the WEL unless they have declared to compete in the WEL 2009/2010. These riders may however transfer the results from a maximum of three (3) WEL qualifiers to their own League. Points earned by CEL riders will be transferred to the CEL standings.
 
THE COMPLETE RULES CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM www.feiworldcup.org
 
The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), founded in 1921, is the international body governing equestrian sport recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and includes 133 National Federations. Equestrian sport has been on the Olympic programme since 1912 with three disciplines - Jumping, Dressage and Eventing. It is one of the very few sports in which men and women compete on equal terms. It is also the only sport which involves two athletes - horse and rider. The FEI has relentlessly concerned itself with the welfare of the horse, which is paramount and must never be subordinated to competitive or commercial influences.

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Equestrian Qld Easter CIC***

2.3.4 April 2010 Morgan Park, Warwick, QLD. Extra classes for Introductory and Preliminary have now been added and entries have now been re-opened on Nominate.

Held over the Easter long weekend at Morgan Park, Warwick, this is the kick-off event for the exclusive 2010 Equestrian QLD Premium Event Calendar.   Incorporating a full competition programme from Introductory classes through to the CIC3*competition, the event is earmarked to develop towards the reintroduction of a premier International 3-Day Event in Queensland.

Conducted by Eventing QLD, with the support of Equestrian QLD, the Organising Committee, led by industry stalwarts Mr Tony Walls, Mr Des Hughes and Miss Arianne Hall, is delighted to have secured top tier officials and delegates for this event.  At the time of printing, they include Mr Brendan Croese (QLD) as FEI International Technical Delegate, Mr Ron McCarthy (QLD) as Assistant Technical Delegate for the 3* and 2*, and Mr Ian Coulson (TAS) as Technical Delegate for the 1*.  President of the 3* and 2* Ground Jury is Mr Barry Roycroft (AUS)with Members, Mrs Gillian Rolton (SA) and Winks Armstrong.  The 1* Ground Jury will be , Mr Ron Paterson (QLD) and Bev Shandley (VIC). 

The Course Designer is proudly announced as FEI Candidate CD, Mrs Sylvia Roberts and with the cross country course at Morgan Park regarded as one of the toughest and best courses in Australia, competitors and spectators can expect a thrilling competition of international quality. 

The on-course action is undoubtedly set to be adrenaline charged and off-course, a special event atmosphere inclusive of demonstrations, displays and an extensive trade village will cater towards those looking for some extra exciting Easter entertainment. 

Competitors, get your entries in early and for spectators, earmark the date as an event not to be missed!

Competition entries via Nominate.com.au

General entry for spectators:  Adults $10 per day or $20 for 3-day pass.  Children under 16years Free Entry.

Event Enquiries: Arianne Hall, Event Secretrary.  E:ferret747@bigpond.com  Mb: 0403 875 998

Sponsorship and Media enquiries:  Keran Ainslie E: keran@efaq.com.au  Mb: 0407 728 260

Vale Glencoe Manhattan (aka Milo)

Vale Glencoe Manhattan (aka Milo)

It is with great sadness that we say good bye to Milo, who died from colic on Monday 1st March.

Such a huge heart, such a beautiful soul.

Thankyou to all the people who loved him. He meant a great deal to me and to Sally.

Thankyou to my coach, Traci Manca, who truly understood him and helped me to ride him so much better.

I was often frustrated in my ability to do the best job with such amazing talent, but in the end I realised that Milo didn’t mind, and so I just got on with the task of trying to get better.

I thought the decision to part with Milo just a year ago was one of the hardest I’ll ever make, but I thought the horse had been pushed enough, and it was time for him to be the teacher – and teach he did. I was so very proud of him.

Thankyou to Milo’s owner and rider Sally Devlin. Although she only owned Milo for 12 months, she loved him a lifetime’s worth. She had grand goals of learning so much from Milo and one day maybe doing a Prix St George, but sadly this wasn’t to be. Thankyou to Sally’s coach, Linda Schmerglatt, who so gently undertook to the task of helping a new partnership take their wings. I wish you all had more time together.

To Milo - Thankyou for allowing me the lead, to take you on my journey.

And so now, we will not “cry because its over, but smile because it happened.”

Goodbye my brave friend, we will remember you, and see you again one day.

Nicole

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QISEA Dressage Qualifying Competition run by YR Committee has been postponed

Due to the large quantity of rain South East Qld has encounter recently, the Young Rider Committee has to postpone the event on the 6th March. A new date will be confirmed shortly.

For further information on the event, click here.

Massive ring event schedule for Roma Show

Ring events at this years 2010 Roma Show are set to be revamped with the appointment of Carla Cosgrove as chief horse steward for the first time.

Ms Cosgrove said the position for ring events was vacant this year and she was was keen to lift the standard of the event schedule to be equal or better than other large regional shows around the state.

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Resume / Profile of Candidates for Elections – 2010

Board Elections – 6 candidates Dressage Elections – 5 candidates Eventing Elections – 6 candidates and Show Horse Elections – 6 candidates

Nominations were received for Board and most Committees with the exception of Carriage Driving. As such elections will be contested for positions on Board, Dressage, Eventing and Show Horse Committees. Election material (including the respective Ballot papers and voting envelopes) have been posted to all current members, we encourage you to participate in the election of your Equestrian Queensland.

>> Please click here to download the resume / profile of Candidates

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Notice of Annual General Meeting

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the Members of the Equestrian Queensland Inc. that the 2009 Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held at Sports House South, 866 Mains Rd, Woolloongabba Qld 4102, commencing at 7.00 PM on Wednesday, 24 March 2010.

AGENDA

     1.0       Welcome by the Board Chairperson

     2.0       Attendance

     3.0         Apologies

     4.0       Proxies

     5.0       Confirmation of the Minutes of the 2008 Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday 18 March 2009

     6.0       Receive and Adopt the 2009 Annual Report of the Branch

     7.0       Presentation and Adoption of the 2009 Audited Financial Statements of the Branch

     8.0      Election of Office Bearers

·       Election of Members to Board

·       Election of Members to Equestrian Sport Committees

     9.0          Appointment of Branch Auditor

     10.0        Notice of Special Resolutions re change to the Constitution

1.      “That the Sport Committee referred to as QISEA in Clause 39.1 be removed and replaced with the Sport Committee called Interschool.”

Moved: V Nichols                     Seconded: D Finch

(The name change recognises the winding up of QISEA with the replacement body being called Interschool Queensland and the need to recognise this in the Constitution)

2.     “That the Constitution of Equestrian Queensland Inc. be amended to remove the election of Sport Committee members and be replaced with the appointment of Sport Committee members.”

Moved: C Lok                           Seconded: P Toft

(The Board is putting this motion before the members as a result of Sport & Recreation Services again asking for a review of the Sport Committee structure to occur.  This is a performance measure Equestrian Queensland is expected to meet in 2010 as it relates to the government funding provided to the sport).

     11.0           Close and refreshments.

Qld's Peter McMahon - Winner of the 2009 Olympic Cup at NZL HOY

EOI to compete at the Nations Cup jumping event at HOY, NZL

Equestrian Australia has received an invitation from the New Zealand Federation for a team of 4 rider/horse combinations to compete in an unofficial Nations Cup event to be held at the Horse of the Year Show in Hastings, New Zealand 16-21st March 2010.

The event will be run as part of the Silver Fern Stakes on Friday 19^th March. The Silver Fern Stakes is a 1.50m class run under Art 273.3.2; 261.5.2. therefore nominating combinations must have experience at 1.50m and higher. Equestrian Australia will be sending a Chef d’Equipe to accompany the team for the event.

• Travelling subsidy per horse
• Accommodation and stabling for team members
• Entry fees for the Silver Fern Stakes class only.

• Return airfares to New Zealand (horse and rider)
• Transport
• All entries to other classes at the HOY
• Insurance (The EA National Office can assist with this insurance)

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CIC3* 2.3.4 April 2010 Morgan Park, Warwick, QLD

With a total prize pool of $10,000 and with the first ten 3-star riders to nominate receiving a $500 appearance fee, a star-studded cast of competitors is expected for the much anticipated Equestrian QLD CIC3*.

Held over the Easter long weekend at Morgan Park, Warwick, this is the kick-off event for the exclusive 2010 Equestrian QLD Premium Event Calendar.   Incorporating a full competition programme from Introductory classes through to the CIC3*competition, the event is earmarked to develop towards the reintroduction of a premier International 3-Day Event in Queensland.

Conducted by Eventing QLD, with the support of Equestrian QLD, the Organising Committee, led by industry stalwarts Mr Tony Walls, Mr Des Hughes and Miss Arianne Hall, is delighted to have secured top tier officials and delegates for this event.  At the time of printing, they include Mr Brendan Croese (QLD) as FEI International Technical Delegate, Mr Ron McCarthy (QLD) as Assistant Technical Delegate for the 3* and 2*, and Mr Ian Coulson (TAS) as Technical Delegate for the 1*.  President of the 3* and 2* Ground Jury is Mr Barry Roycroft (AUS)with Members, Mrs Gillian Rolton (SA) and Winks Armstrong.  The 1* Ground Jury will be , Mr Ron Paterson (QLD) and Bev Shandley (VIC). 

The Course Designer is proudly announced as FEI Candidate CD, Mrs Sylvia Roberts and with the cross country course at Morgan Park regarded as one of the toughest and best courses in Australia, competitors and spectators can expect a thrilling competition of international quality. 

The on-course action is undoubtedly set to be adrenaline charged and off-course, a special event atmosphere inclusive of demonstrations, displays and an extensive trade village will cater towards those looking for some extra exciting Easter entertainment. 

Competitors, get your entries in early and for spectators, earmark the date as an event not to be missed!

Competition entries via Nominate.com.au

General entry for spectators:  Adults $10 per day or $20 for 3-day pass.  Children under 16years Free Entry.

Event Enquiries: Arianne Hall, Event Secretrary.  E:ferret747@bigpond.com  Mb: 0403 875 998

Sponsorship and Media enquiries:  Keran Ainslie E: keran@efaq.com.au  Mb: 0407 728 260

Equestrian Australia

Australian National Eventing Championships

Wandin Park International Event 20 & 21 March 2010

Wandin Park 305 Victoria Road, Wandin, Victoria

(1 Hour East of Melbourne)

Classes: CIC***- Introductory + Junior PN + Young Event Horse

Entires on line   www.ktrials.com.au

Free Entry for the CIC*** class

*Show Jumping on the “NEW Sand Arena”

    * XC upgraded for the Championships

* Dressage on Watered Sandy Loam

   Grassed surface                            

* Prize Money Total of $10,000

* Friday Night Cocktail Party in Marquee

30 Years  60 Events Celebration

Freshman’s Little Wandin XC

Gourmet Food &Trade Stands

Dog Agility & Shetland Grand National

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact John Anker on 0418 542 477

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Check your responsibilities for travelling competition horses

Following a recent breach involving a competition horse moving through cattle tick zones, Biosecurity Queensland is reminding all stock owners operating under the Competition Stock Owner Treatment Scheme (CSOTS) to comply with the requirements.

Biosecurity Queensland's senior inspector Iain Purvis said the approval of a horse owner to participate in the CSOTS was cancelled for two years because a horse was not properly treated for ticks when travelling from the Queensland cattle tick Infected Zone.

“Concessional schemes, such as CSOTS, have been in operation for more than 10 years and provide owners of competition stock, including horses, an alternative to normal tick line clearance,” he said.

“These schemes allow stock owners situated in the cattle tick Free Zone to travel to competitions in the cattle tick Infected Zone and return home as long as stock are treated prior to return or upon return to their property of origin.

“Before becoming eligible, stock owners must complete an Instruction and Awareness course.

“They must also comply with the conditions of approval, including the requirement to possess a valid livestock travel permit and waybill for the movement.

“If a person fails to comply with requirements for movement from the cattle tick Infected Zone or fails to comply with conditions of approval, the approval will be cancelled.

“They cannot apply for readmission to any concessional scheme for two years, which means they must present competition horses at clearing centres, such as Helidon, at a pre-arranged time for clearance when returning from competitions.”

For more information about concessional schemes contact your local Biosecurity Queensland office, visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au or contact the Business Information Centre on 13 25 23.

Emergence Animal Disease Hotline

The process should a horse breakout with a disease at home or at a event & hotline number also

Please click here to download flyer

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All NEW Horses being Registered with EA must be Microchipped

As per EA General Regulations

As per EA General Regulations introduced in January 2008, horses to be registered after 01 July 2008 (for the first time) will need to be microchipped with chips that meet Australian Standards 5018/5019.

From July 2011, all horses participating in "official" competition will need to be microchipped. We will encourage event organisers to arrange for microchipping sessions at some of their events to make the process more cost-effective for members. You may know that it has been compulsory for a number of years to microchip Thoroughbreds and that at least in NSW and Queensland, thousands of horses were microchipped when being vaccinated during the recent EI outbreak.