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Changes to HSBC FEI World Cup Eventing a boost to NZ and Australian ridersLiz Buchanan, Tuesday, 9 March 2010New 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 Event organising committees of the "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 3rd 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 ShowLiz Buchanan, Tuesday, 9 March 2010Results from a field of 32 entries: 1st Dave Berman “Boland” 4th Des Hilet “Ira Hayes” 6th Katie Sullivan “JP Vesper” Round 4 will be at Goondiwindi Show on the 1st of April.
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SaddlerySales.com Grand Prix Horse of the Year SeriesSharlene Smith, Tuesday, 9 March 2010The 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 5th. 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 ClinicLiz Buchanan, Friday, 5 March 2010Anjanette 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 DON’T MISS OUT | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Vince Corvi ClinicsLiz Buchanan, Friday, 5 March 2010Vince 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
New funding programs and they are open now!Liz Buchanan, Friday, 5 March 2010A 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 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 2010FEI Communications, Friday, 5 March 2010We 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.
You may also have noticed over these past few weeks the refresh of www.fei.org as well as the launch of the www.feicleansport.org providing an online resource for all clean sport related philosophy, documents, rules, important dates and more.
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Youth Olympic Games Update: New Video Available NowFEI Communications, Friday, 5 March 2010The 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. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
FEI World Cup™ Dressage 2009/2010FEI Communications, Friday, 5 March 2010A 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. FEI WORLD CUP™ DRESSAGE FINAL - 's-Hertogenbosch (NED), 25-27 March | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Equestrian Qld Easter CIC***Liz Buchanan, Wednesday, 3 March 20102.3.4 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
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Vale Glencoe Manhattan (aka Milo)Nicole Tough, Tuesday, 2 March 2010It 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
QISEA Dressage Qualifying Competition run by YR Committee has been postponedLiz Buchanan, Tuesday, 2 March 2010Due 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. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Massive ring event schedule for Roma ShowMedia Release, Monday, 1 March 2010Ring 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. "I’m really excited about the number of participants we can attract this year, it should be a massive year for the ring events schedule in Roma," Ms Cosgrove said. "There are lots of new events on the program coupled with good prizes for local and regional riders which should help to attract larger numbers to this years show." Ms Cosgrove said for the first time their will be a Stockmans Challenge which is sponsored by Fleming’s Welding Service. "The major prize for the challenge will be a four day double pass and accommodation (sponsored by EQUITANA Melbourne & Hotel Enterprize) to this years Equitana and Western Spectacular in Melbourne with return flights from Brisbane to Melbourne," she said. "The Stockman’s Challenge runs over three rounds and aims to demonstrate how versatile stock horse can be in the ring. "Three events will be run in the challenge including hack, working patterns and time trials. "The hack classes show how supple and obedient the horse is, the working classes show the ability of a horse to manoeuvre at all paces with control and obedience. The time trial is a test of the horse’s ability and tractability against the clock." Ms Cosgrove said another first for this years show will be the addition of a show hunter program sponsored by the Australian Hunter Horse Association. Hunter Horses are usually native European breeds and derive their name from foxhunt horses back in the 1500s. "Hunter horse are typically breeds that are sufficiently conditioned to compete on traditional all day fox hunts or working style horses for example," she said. "Hunter horse competitions are predominantly more popular in the southern states such as Victoria. Competition in this category is relatively new to Queensland but it gives riders with this type a horse an opportunity to ride exclusively in the class for the first time at the show." Other ring events for this years show include: Districts Hacks, Led Bred Classes, Adult Rider and Hack Classes, Beginner Ring, Dressage and Showjumping. For more information on the Roma Show Horse Section please call Carla Cosgrove 07 46226839 or email horsesectionRSS@bigpond.com. Pre-nominations for the ring events must be received in the Roma Show office (in person or mail) before Friday 30th April 2010 and accompanied by payment, disclaimer and swabbing form. You are able to nominate on the day (except for the challenge event) at a slightly higher entry fee. A full copy of the riding schedule can be downloaded from the Roma Show Society website at www.romashow.com.au. The 2010 Roma Show runs from the 6-8 May 2010. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Resume / Profile of Candidates for Elections – 2010Liz Buchanan, Monday, 1 March 2010Board 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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New programs to provide jobs, infrastructure and a healthier QueenslandLiz Buchanan, Friday, 26 February 2010The Bligh Government today announced a new package of sport and recreation funding programs to deliver more than $138 million to create jobs, help build infrastructure and deliver initiatives to encourage Queenslanders to take part in sport and recreation activities. Sports Minister Phil Reeves said the sports funding programs would generate more than 500 jobs over the next three years. Four new programs will fund sporting clubs and recreation organisations, councils and schools to help them increase participation, recruit volunteers, and encourage disadvantaged communities to participate in sport, Mr Reeves said. Community groups will also be eligible for some funding programs. We’re committed to providing opportunities for as many people as possible to get active to help make Queenslanders Australia’s healthiest people, he said. The new programs, providing funding over a three year period, include: $38 million Local Sport and Recreation Jobs plan: 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. $51.5 million Sport and Recreation Infrastructure program: 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. $27.6 million State Sport and Recreation Organisation Development Program: state level sport and recreation bodies will be eligible to apply for funding to help encourage participation in sport and recreation across $18 million Active Inclusion Program: 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. Mr Reeves said the new-look programs were the result of a review carried out in late 2009 to ensure sport and recreation funding effectively meets the needs of local “The Bligh Government provides more funding to sport and recreation than any other state and the new programs will boost the opportunities for Queenslanders from all walks of life to be involved in sport and recreation activities. The new programs mean the amount of funding sporting clubs will have access to for minor capital works has more than doubled and more organisations can apply for funding than ever before. The funding will also help deliver jobs for Queenslanders through the employment of local sport and recreation coordinators and infrastructure development. There will also be $3 million allocated to industry development. Mr Reeves said the funding programs were due to be released between March and April 2010. Workshops will be held throughout the State over the coming months to explain the new programs to sport and recreation stakeholders, and to help them to apply for appropriate funding, he said. The new programs will also help the Bligh Governments Toward Q2: Tomorrows Queensland aim of cutting obesity by one third by 2020. The new programs will be in addition to the existing Young Athletes Assistance Program and the Disaster Assistance Program that will continue to be available. For more information about the workshops, and changes to sport and recreation funding, call 1300 656 191 or visit www.sportrec.qld.gov.au. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Demonstration riders/Coaches NeededLiz Buchanan, Friday, 26 February 2010On the 27th and 28th of March 2010 EQ in conjunction with EA is conducting a CE/SSTA course at Pine Lodge Equestrian Centre (Thornlands). We are in need of demonstration riders at all level and demonstration coaches for both the 27th and 28th of March. EQ is able to offer demonstration riders/Coaches free assessment of their coaching, or riding activity slips. This is a great opportunity to gain first hand knowledge and free assessments. Please click here for the demonstration rider form, due date is the 8th of March 2010. For more information please contact 07) 3891 6611 or email sasha@efaq.com.au Kind Regards Sasha Ulasowski Sports Development Officer Equestrian Queensland Level 2, Sports House South, 866 Main Road, Woolloongabba Qld 4102 T: 07 3891 6611 F: 07 3891 3088 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Looking for volunteers for exciting Paralympic Classification Research projectLiz Buchanan, Friday, 26 February 2010An international research project lead by Sean Tweedy is underway to develop a new Paralympic classification system for the sport of Athletics. Together with Brendan Burkett from the University of the Sunshine Coast , we are seeking local people with a disability who are 18 years or older and fit and active to volunteer in the next phase of this project. NOTE: We require people with a broad spectrum of disability types, so please contact us if you have questions about your suitability. Participants will complete three different types of activities: | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Notice of Annual General MeetingLiz Buchanan, Thursday, 18 February 2010NOTICE 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.
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.
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EOI to compete at the Nations Cup jumping event at HOY, NZLMandy Stephens, Wednesday, 3 February 2010Equestrian 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 19th 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. The Show Organisers will offer a travelling subsidy per horse of NZ$3000 TBC and Equestrian Australia are offering National Jumping Squad combinations, selected onto the team, an additional AU$2000 towards travel expenses. IRT have provided a quote for the flight costs to New Zealand of approximately AU$7370 return,however EA recommends that all transport pricing is checked with IRT or an alternate carrier.
The invitation is extended for all riders to participate in the other classes being offered at The Horse of the Year show, one of Oceania’s premier equestrian events. The show’s full schedule is attached.
Equestrian Australia would like to invite members to indicate their interest to compete at this competition in New Zealand. All interested combinations will need to complete the Expressions of Interest form.
The Show Organising Committee will provide the following:
The riders will be responsible for:
The EA National office will provide administration support and a uniform for the selected riders.
Please complete the EOI form and fax to the National Office on (02) 9763 2466 if you would like to be considered for the Nations Cup event at the HOY, New Zealand.
Applications close at 5pm, Friday 19th February, 2010.
Please contact Mandy at the EA National Office on (02) 8762 7777 if you have any questions regarding this competition.
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CIC3* 2.3.4 April 2010 Morgan Park, Warwick, QLDKeran Ainslie, Wednesday, 3 February 2010With 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
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Australian National Eventing ChampionshipsLiz Buchanan, Monday, 1 February 2010Wandin Park International Event 20 & 21 March 2010 Wandin Park (1 Hour East of 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 horsesDEEDI Queensland Primary Industries media release, Monday, 16 November 2009Following 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.
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Emergence Animal Disease HotlineLiz Buchanan, Wednesday, 3 June 2009The process should a horse breakout with a disease at home or at a event & hotline number also | |||||||||||||||||||||||
All NEW Horses being Registered with EA must be MicrochippedLiz Buchanan, Tuesday, 10 February 2009As 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. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
