EFA WA E-News August 30th, 2007

Hello Everyone, The common saying "what a week in football",  can be adapted to  "what a week in the horse industry" this week as we all have become in one way or another aware or affected by the threat of Equine Influenza in our State.  Yesterday the Minister for Agriculture lifted the travel ban here in WA and we can once again begin to move around our industry.  The EFA today has introduced biosecurity measures that are to be adhered to at all EFA events for the short term. You can read further on this below.  We have also listed all the event changes that we are aware of for the coming weeks, the most immediate being the postponement of the Combined Horse Transport EFA Showhorse HOTY and Showman events to September 8th and 9th.  For eventers Gidgegannup ODE is going ahead as planned this weekend and for Showjumpers the Perth Horse & Pony Club Father's Day Gala on Sunday is going ahead as well.  We will endevour to keep you as informed as possible with both event and EI news updates so please check the EFA WA website regularly. Thursday PM - Latest news from NSW is that there are now 8 confirmed cases of EI within the TB population at Randwick.  Sources say this will bring the racing industry in NSW to a halt for at least the next two months and that the flu can be expected to be contracted by the 700 horses stabled at Randwick.  A very black day indeed for the industry in NSW. Please take some time to have a look at our sponsors websites: the Western Australian Department of Sport & Recreation, our Principal Partner Healthway, our Principal Sponsor, the Western Australian Institute of Sport and the Rio Tinto Futures Fund for Volunteers our Sponsorship Partners Prestige Loans and Nagmart Saddlery Bates Saddles and Horseland Combined Horse Transport Aussies & Action Photography Have a great, safe and fun weekend.     Message to all EFA Members from EFA Acting CEO - Cath Moss The EFA (WA) have currently adopted a policy for Biosecurity Measures at all EFA(WA) Competitions and Events, which has been developed by Dr Warwick Vale, an FEI Event Veterinarian and an EFA National Medication Control Officer.  The inception of this policy has also been embraced by the members of the Department of Agriculture, present at the EI Information Session held last night at the State Equestrian Centre.  The transcripts from the Information Session will be available in due course, and will be posted on this website as soon as they come to hand, for EFA(WA) members and the general horse public who were unable to attend. Whilst it may seem to some that we are being over-cautious, all who attended the Information Session can attest, that the spread of this disease is as simple as someone attending an event wearing the same clothing that a day earlier they were wearing in NSW, when they came into contact with an infected horse.   Until such time as the rest of the country has achieved containment and subsequent eradication of this disease, we cannot be too careful.  Our horses are precious to us, and we do not want to go through the heartache that our counterparts in NSW and QLD are experiencing.  To this end, we are asking that Event Organisers and Competitors alike, embrace what we are trying to achieve, and play their part in the procedures that we have set in place. It must be understood that this policy is an interim measure, which will most definitely be downgraded as soon as it is considered safe to do so. The EFA(WA) would like to take this opportunity to publicly thank Dr Warwick Vale, for his tireless efforts since news first broke of this outbreak of EI, last Saturday morning.  Due to the quick thinking and thoughtful actions of Dr Vale, EFA(WA) events were cancelled very quickly, minimising risk to our horses, had this disease been present in our State. We would also like to acknowledge the WA Horse Council and their involvement in organising the Information Session last night, which was well attended by people from all facets of the sport and leisure horse industry.  The Speakers, Dr Ashley Mercy and Mr Gary Hodgen from the Dept of Agriculture, and Dr Judith Medd from Racing and Wagering were extremely informative, and reiterated that we are not being overly cautious, but should be applauded for any measures that are adopted to protect our horses. Therefore, I would encourage all those involved with events/competitions in the near future, to be vigilant and understanding of the procedures that have been put in place.  Here’s hoping for a speedy resolution to this situation.   INTERIM POLICY ON BIOSECURITY MEASURES FOR EFA (WA) COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS DIRECTIONS FOR EVENT ORGANISERS   1.      Competition/Event Horse Registry            All horses participating at events must be recorded in a log that details the following:-                         Name of the Horse                         Name, address and contact details of the owner                         Date of Competition/Event                         Location of the Competition These details are to be recorded by the event organisers and faxed through to the EFA (WA) office within 24 hours of the completion of the event.   2.      Examinations Upon Arrival at the Event All horse should be examined upon arrival by a veterinarian/veterinary student/trained EFA steward before being allowed “entry” into the competition/event. This examination will record the following data on a data sheet                         Horse name, owner’s details, contact phone number                         Determination of the presence/absence of             - Fever (rectal temp greater than 38.5 degrees)             - Cough             - Nasal Discharge   Any horse with a fever, persistent cough or nasal discharge MUST NOT be allowed to “enter” the event.  Any horse that is examined by a veterinarian that is declared unfit for competition must not be allowed to “enter” the event. Data sheet to be retained by the competition/event organizers.   3.      Handling of any sick horses at a competition/event Potentially infected horses will show a high fever, nasal discharge, a persistent hacking cough.  Other signs can include depression, loss of appetite, laboured breathing, and muscle pain and stiffness. Any sick horse at an event must be reported to a veterinarian for immediate examination. Sick horses must not be allowed to return home until after a veterinary examination.   DIRECTIONS FOR COMPETITORS   4.      Pre and Post Competition/Event Biosecurity Advice The EFA (WA) and Organisers can provide the following information to potential participants at their events:- On your return from the competition to home, please ensure that you change all clothing, shower and wash your hair, before handling other horses at your home. Equine Influenza is readily killed by detergents/soaps. Be sure to take your own feed and water buckets for your horses, and under no circumstances allow them to eat or drink from communal troughs. Do not transfer any equipment between horses, apart from your own horses, at an event. This includes halters, bridles, twitches, saddles, horse floats, horse trucks, etc. Make sure that you clean your equipment and tack thoroughly before coming to each and every event. Wear clean clothes, preferably those that have been dry cleaned. Take the temperature of your horse before you load it to come to an event.  Call your vet if your horse has a fever.   Disinfection Guide             Stables and floats             Remember to scrub clean walls and ceilings as well as floors.             Yourself             Wash your hands thoroughly with soap or detergent. That means every finger and under fingernails as well             Wash your clothes after handling horses. Clothes should be washed with warm/hot water and washing powder.             Recommended Disinfectants for Surfaces             Clean away all dirt and faecal material with water and a household detergent then spray with a disinfectant, such as household bleach,             washing soda or citric acid.             Read label directions and take recommended precautions when handling these disinfectants.               Equine Influenza - Taking a Horse's Temperature             Two types of thermometers are available: ·                    Mercury bulb thermometer – cheap but easily broken ·                    Electronic thermometer – more expensive but longer lasting and easy to read             You can purchase a thermometer from your veterinarian or chemist.               Technique         1.         Stand to the near side (left hand side of the horse), close to the horse to avoid being kicked.  Make sure the horse knows you are there.       2.         Lubricate the end of the thermometer with soapy water.       3.         If using a mercury thermometer gently shake the mercury down to the bottom of the tube.       4.         Lift the tail and gently insert the thermometer into the horse’s rectum.  Make sure the tip of the thermometer rests against the rectal wall                   (i.e. make sure it is not inserted into dung).       5.         Hold the end of the thermometer to stop it disappearing into the rectum.       6.         If you are using a mercury thermometer, wait at least 60 seconds before removing the thermometer and reading it.       7.         Electronic thermometers will ‘beep’ when an accurate reading is obtained.             8.         Clinical signs of EI are usually a sudden increase in temperature (38.5°C or higher).    GENERAL INFORMATION ON EQUINE INFLUENZA PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT YOUR COOPERATION IS VITAL TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF EQUINE INFLUENZA   Equine influenza (EI) is a highly contagious viral disease which spreads rapidly through susceptible horse populations. Affected horses not previously vaccinated will show a high fever, nasal discharge, a persistent hacking cough, and can be depressed and off their feed.   Transmission occurs primarily between coughing horses via the respiratory route, however contaminated horse transport vehicles, equipment, clothing, stablehands, veterinarians, trainers and other people who have close contact with affected horses can also transfer infection between premises.   SUSPECT HORSES If you have a horse in your care that is displaying any of the above symptoms take the following action: Immediately contact your veterinarian and isolate the horse from other horses in the stable Contact the Emergency Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888 Clean and disinfect the stable and any gear that has been used by the suspect horse MEANS OF REDUCING THE SPREAD OF DISEASE   There is an urgent necessity for high level personal quarantine, as EI can be carried and transmitted through contact with skin, clothing and other equipment. To protect horses follow these basic rules: If horses are stabled, take daily rectal temperatures. Segregate horses by age and use, eg, keep yearlings separate from older horses and pregnant mares, and competition horses away from stay-at-home horses. Isolate sick horses at the first sign of illness, keeping their gear separate. Wash hands between handling groups of horses. Handle sick horses last. EVENT ORGANISERS A copy of the EFA Biosecurity Measures and the Competitor and Veterinary Log Sheets were emailed to your club contacts today.  They are also available via the EFA WA Website.  If you have any questions with regards to the measures please contact the EFA Office on 92961200 or Dr Warwick Vale on 0418903095.  For more info on the event forms click [Here]     Notice of General Meeting of the Equestrian Federation of Australia, WA Branch Notice is hereby given that a General Meeting of members of the West Australian Branch of the Equestrian Federation of Australia Inc will be held in the Ocean Foam Room, State Equestrian Centre 303 Cathedral Avenue, Brigadoon at 7pm on Thursday 25th October 2007.  We invite all members to become involved in directing the future of our sport. We are seeking enthusiastic, committed committee members, appropriately skilled in their areas of the sport. Nominations will be accepted until Friday 14th September 2007.  See Website for further details.   HIGH PERFORMANCE NEWS CONGRATULATIONS to the following riders who have successfully applied for as place for the remainder of 2007 on the EFA WA Horseland Dressage Squads. EFAWA HORSELAND SENIOR STATE SQUAD Margo Boldt – Konnica Park Valentino, Konnica Park Don Georgio Liz Tollarzo-Gorham – Altissimo Susan Page – Rochardo, DVZ Faroche Victoria Hamilton – Asaachen Roz Tippett – Broadstone Dramatik Sara Thean – D’Amour Jackie Bouter – Hanover Park General Anne Taylor – Master Waraba Sally Trevenen – Rumour Has It EFAWA HORSELAND YOUNG RIDER SQUAD Nadia Gestevski – Splendid Madeleine Beven – Aadagio Samuel Cook – Joshua Park Stylish Gem Natalie Smailes – A Bling Bling Alyce Crook – Damashal Dior Stephanie Spencer – Tallong Coral Sara Botten – Last Aurora Leighchel Rowe – Wendamar Tattle Tale Zakara Duval – Leedale Kalli DWA TALENT SQUAD Liz Tollarzo-Gorham – Wandiera Fantango Amy Morris – Grandmarnier Krysten Lituri – Centura Donnerquest Gina Hendrie – Redwood Isobelle Narelle Lange – Phoenix Carabella Kristina Suiter – Wesswood Merlins Magic   ATTENTION ALL NATIONAL DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITORS!  DWA & the EFAWA are currently seeking expressions of interest towards sending a team to Nationals.  Please contact Jenine at squads@efawa.com.au if you wish to partake as a WA Team member! All expressions of interest must be received by Sept. 10th.   EVENTING Thank you to all Colleen Brook clinic participants for your understanding as we work towards another date for this clinic, and to the Department of Sport and Recreation for their support! Sept. 8 & 9 - Sam Lyle clinic– change of venue – the Sam Lyle clinic will now be held at Brookleigh Estate – please contact Jenine at 9296 1200 or squads@efawa.com.au for more information Oct. 11 & 12 -Wayne Roycroft clinic – SEC – High Performance Eventing Squad Clinic – please contact Jenine at 9296 1200 or squads@efawa.com.au for more information   JUMPING Thanks to all who came out to the Evening with Colleen Brook hosted by Panache Restaurant in the Swan Valley.  The evening was a great success!  A big thank you to the Department of Sport and Recreation for their support of this clinic!   BEATS All BEATS members please note the Sept. 8th clinic date has been regretably cancelled.  We are currently working to reschedule this clinic date – watch for more information in your email box!    EFA WA VOLUNTEERS - Fundraising with Chocolates, Wine and Art!       If you pop into the office or around the events at the moment you are most likley going to run into a Volunteer selling yummy chocolates.  We know how much horse people hate chocolate so please don't hold back from purchasing some! ART RAFFLE EFA (WA) VOLUNTEERS RAFFLE 1st Prize – Framed original pastel painting “Arab Mare” painted by Anthea Marcella valued at $400 2nd Prize – Framed Photographic Reproduction “Thoroughbred in ink” by Anthea Marcella 3rd Prize – Framed Photographic Reproduction “Cheeky Shire Horse” by Anthea Marcella Runner up prizes as well including vouchers, horse grooming products and wine!! If you would like to check out the prizes then drop into the office for a looksie!! TICKETS 1 Ticket $2                   3 Tickets $5                 8 tickets $10 Book of 25 tickets $30 To order tickets please contact Jess at volunteercoordinator@efawa.com.au or call 9296 1200   EFA VOLUNTEERS WINE OFFER Prospect Wines are offering the following quality wines that cater for every taste. Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 - $16.50 Margaret river is famous for it's Cabernet.  This wine is typical of the area.  Rich, concentrated berry aromas which flow through onto the palate.  A generous full flavoured wine with a soft finish. Hunter Valley Shiraz 2005 - $14.00  An interesting complex nose of blackberry and licorice.  This medium intensity Shiraz has lovely ripe berry flavour and soft tannins.  To be enjoyed with beef. Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - $15.00 This wine has been blended with about 15% Semmillon to give extra depth of flavour.  It has delightful fresh ripe fruity aromas and flavours and a zesty crisp dry finish. Margaret River Chardonnay 2005 - $16.00 This Chardonnay has a small amount of light oak maturation whiah adds flavour complexity.  It is still very fresh and light with a crisp finish and is a great alternative to unwooded styles. Sparkling Moscato Bianco - $10.50 A sweet fruity sparkling wine made from the Moscato Bianco grape which is also known sometimes as Frontignac.  It is low in alcohol, very fresh and light, great with deserts. Hunter Valley Brut - $12.00 Produced by one of the Hunter Valley's most respected Wine-makers, this sparkling non vintage brut is made predominately from Semillon.  It has lots of fresh fruit flavours and and a medium dry finish. The drive closes on 12th September and anyone interested in purchasing some wine with a custom EFA Horse label can contact myself for an order form at equestricare@hotmail.com or if you call the office on 92961200 we can post them one or see the link [HERE]. Happy ordering - Jess Blackwell, EFA Volunteer Coordinator. EVENTING WA NEWS GIDGE IS ON! - All details via Ktials.  See you there for a great weekend.   ALCOA CNC at Fairbridge 22nd & 23rd September - Programme    Lost Property from Wooroloo last Weekend - 1 back protector, 1 drizabone raincoat, White eventing grease, Video camera plus battery, Black sweat sheet,  If any of these are yours please ring Wendy on 9573 1169 Eventing WA Competition, Clinics and Important Dates  ID Event Start Finish     169490  Gidgegannup H & PC ODE 1 Sep 07 2 Sep 07 169210  ALCOA - CNC 22 Sep 07 23 Sep 07 170231  Swan River Horse Trials CNC 20 Oct 07 21 Oct 07 169209  Brigadoon 2 - Eventing WA Promotions 3 Nov 07 4 Nov 07 JUMPING WA NEWS   Fathers Day Jumping Program at Perth Horse & Pony Club September 2nd. IS GOING AHEAD. Over $5,000 in prizes and prizemoney on offer. For further info call 0409992491. Draw is available via efa wa web Calander or click [Here]   WASJA Programme for September 9th Cancelled due to the current EI situation and the soft footing of the Polo Field.   Rail Painting - Thanks to everyone who helped painting our new rails.  We now have 50 new rails/colours for use in the coming months.   Programmes for the Northern Run - Information is now available for Chapman Valley, Geraldton and Northampton run of shows next month. [More]   Jump WA HOTY Final Round and World Cup Programmes - Click [Here] Welcome to the 2007 Spring Showjumping program for Western Australia.  Jump WA has provided a website to make sure that all interested parties have access to our schedules, programs and information.  Over the coming weeks any useful information will be added to the site and, we anticipate that results, course plans and general activity information will be included. Either click on the link to the site of include the address in your browser. http://www.jumpwa.com.au   CVW Group Gala Showjumping Weekend October 13 & 14 - Programme     Jumping WA Competition, Clinics and Important Dates       171012  Perth Horse & Pony Club Fathers Day Jumping 2 Sep 07 2 Sep 07 169493  Chapman Valley Agriscultural Show - Jumping 8 Sep 07 8 Sep 07 169205  WASJA - Jumping at the SEC - Cancelled 8 Sep 07 9 Sep 07 169494  Walkaway Pony Club - Jumping 9 Sep 07 9 Sep 07 169498  Showjumping WA Squad Clinic 12 Sep 07 13 Sep 07 169499  Geraldton Combined Equestrian Club - Jumping 13 Sep 07 13 Sep 07 169500  Northampton Ag Show - Jumping 15 Sep 07 15 Sep 07 169508  Jump WA Promotions - Horse of the Year Final 22 Sep 07 22 Sep 07 169091  Hills Showjumping Association 23 Sep 07 23 Sep 07 169516  Perth Royal Show - World Cup jumping 1 Oct 07 1 Oct 07 169207  WASJA Patrons Cup 6 Oct 07 7 Oct 07 170997  Australian Showjumping Championships 11 Oct 07 14 Oct 07 171015  CVW Group Gala Showjumping Weekend 13 Oct 07 14 Oct 07 169979  Jump WA Promotions World Cup Qualifier 19 Oct 07 20 Oct 07     SHOWHORSE WA NEWS.    COMBINED HORSE TRANSPORT - HORSE OF THE YEAR The EFA Branch Committee on Monday night made the difficult decision to postpone our HOTY and Showman events until the following weekend.  This decision was not made lightly and many situations had to be considered.  Jo Bastian would like to thank Showhorse members for their patience and understanding in this matter and also a huge thanks to our sponsors and trade exhibitors for their understanding.  The upside is that you all have another week to prepare your horses!    Don't forget we are having a free competitor sausage sizzle on the Saturday night of HOTY and also live music upstairs in the bar area of the SEC.  The bar will also be open.   Camping for HOTY - if you are camping over at HOTY please contact the SEC office and book your campsite.    Reminder - NO HAY in the stables.     All people that Showhorse Promotions Inc have organised to come over for the event from interstate including Judges and riders, have been fully briefed on personal biosecurity protocols.    Showhorse WA Competition, Clinics and Important Dates Event ID Event Start Date End Date 169973  Showhorse WA Open & Squad Clinic with Geoff Lyall 5 Sep 07 7 Sep 07 169492  Combined Horse Transport Showhorse Horse of the Year 8 Sep 07 9 Sep 07 169496  King River PC - Showhorse 9 Sep 07 9 Sep 07 169506  Pinjarra PC - Showhorse Fixture 16 Sep 07 16 Sep 07 169505  South West Showhorse Association 16 Sep 07 16 Sep 07 169507  Moora Agricultural Show 22 Sep 07 22 Sep 07 169511  Geraldton CEC - Showhorse 23 Sep 07 23 Sep 07 169981  Pinto Horse Association 3 Nov 07 4 Nov 07 DRESSAGE WA NEWS   Katanning Inland Dressage Extravaganza on the 8th and 9th September. - Cancelled Due to the Equine Influenza situation it has been agreed by the Katanning Equestrian Society committee to cancel the Katanning Inland Dressage Extravaganza which was to be held on the 8th and 9th September, entries were closing 30th August which is still within the ban period. We apologize to all sponsors and competitors but to continue with the preparation with the possibility of further bans is unnecessary.    Abrolhos Pearl Dressage Champs - October 20th & 21st  - Programs now available.  Lots of great prizes and cash on offer. [More]   October 13-14th – Spring Dressage Festival incorporating the Indoor Champs and State Associate Championships - New programme now includes Indoor finals, Associate Champs, Pony Club and ARC Classes AND Open Classes - should be an action packed weekend! Entry forms available [Here]   Welcome to a new Dressage Judge - Congratulations and Welcome to Chris Hope who has just finished converting her B.H.S. judges qualifications to E.F.A. standards. Chris recently moved to WA from the UK and is now on the Dressage judges "F" panel. Her contact no is 9295 2049 or 040 6610 499.    Dressage WA Competition, Clinics and Important Dates    Event ID Event Start Date End Date       169491  Wanneroo Horse & Pony Club Dressage 2 Sep 07 2 Sep 07 169495  Katanning Equestrian Association - Cancelled 8 Sep 07 9 Sep 07 169502  PCAWA - State Dressage Championships 15 Sep 07 16 Sep 07 169504  Wanneroo H & PC - Dressage 16 Sep 07 16 Sep 07 169503  Henty Riding Club - Dressge 16 Sep 07 16 Sep 07 169510  Geraldton CEC - Dressage 22 Sep 07 22 Sep 07 169512  Dressage Association of WA 23 Sep 07 23 Sep 07 169513  CANCELLED - Kojonup Dressage Extravaganza 23 Sep 07 23 Sep 07 169315  Gnangara ARC Freestyle Dressage Day 23 Sep 07 23 Sep 07 169514  Serpentine Horse & PC - Dressage 30 Sep 07 30 Sep 07 169515  Gidgegannup & Hills (Dressage Division) 30 Sep 07 30 Sep 07 169517  Albany Horsemans Association - Dressage 12 Oct 07 12 Oct 07 169830  Dressage WA Promotions Spring Festival 12 Oct 07 14 Oct 07 170952  Abrolhos Pearl Dressage Championships 20 Oct 07 21 Oct 07 170131  Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling - Clnic 1 Dec 07 3 Dec 07     NCAS WA NEWS   DSR Courses Beginning Coaches Course (old Level 1) Venue - Trinity College Dates - 26th August or 30th September or 28th October 2007 Time - 8.30am - 4.00pm Cost - $33 Application form can be found at http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/scripts/nc.dll?DSR.721090:STANDARD::pc=PC_126 Level 2 Coaching Course Details on the next Level 2 Coaching course can be found at http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/scripts/nc.dll?DSR.721090:STANDARD::pc=PC_126 Take a look as there is a new format that makes it easier to complete.  A HEADS UP -  We are looking at running a part Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training later in the year. If you are interested please contact: Ian Crawford, Coaching Consultant Department of Sport and Recreation 246 Vincent Street, Leederville, WA 6007 PO Box 329 Leederville WA 6903 Ph 94929723       2007 NCAS COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD Nominate your favorite hardworking coach in this year’s Awards. Nominations close on 25th October 2007. Nomination Form   ATTENTION ALL EFA/NCAS LEVEL 1 TRAINEE’S Are you going to be ready to sit your Level 1 practical exam this year on DECEMBER 11th? Please inform Jan Jankowski ASAP EFA Office Weds 9296 1200 or 0419 965 906.  We need to know numbers. INTRODUCTORY LEVEL CANDIDATES - Anyone interested in clinics to cover Intro Riding and Intro Horse Management Please contact Jan Jankowski on Hm 9296 4065 or 0419 965 906 or email janjansequestrian@bigpond.com 2 day  Coaching clinics for Level 1  - Monday 3rd and 4th  September (Showjumping) and Monday 17th and 18th September   ID Event Start Finish   169847  NCAS Level 1 Coaching Clinic - Training Day 169848  NCAS Level 1 Coaching Clinic - 2 days (Jumping) 3 Sep 07 4 Sep 07 169839  NCAS Coaching Certificates Trainee Days 10 Sep 07 10 Sep 07 169849  NCAS Level 1 Coaching Clinic - 2 day Coaching Clinic 17 Sep 07 18 Sep 07 169850  NCAS Level 1 Coaching Certificate 1 Oct 07 2 Oct 07 169840  NCAS Coaching Certificates Trainee Days 8 Oct 07 8 Oct 07 169851  NCAS Level 1 Coaching Certificate 15 Oct 07 16 Oct 07 169852  NCAS Final Assessment Level 1 26 Oct 07 26 Oct 07 169853  NCAS Final Assessment Level 1 10 Dec 07 10 Dec 07   SEC INDOOR TRAINING DAYS   DRESSAGE  Tues 11th Sept 9am – 6pm Practice any Test  $18 per 15 minutes   JUMPING Thurs 6th (Cancelled) and Wed 19th Sept 10am – 6pm  Set Course Practice any Height $20 per 15 minutes   Bookings phone 9296 1200 or email jennine@efawa.com.au    SEC DATES                               5 Sep 2007 Showhorse WA Open & Squad Clinic with Geoff Lyall 8/9 Sep 2007 Showhorse Horse of the Year 3 Sep 2007 NCAS Level 1 Coaching Clinic - 2 days (Jumping) 8 Sep 2007 BEATS - Training Day - Cancelled 8 Sep 2007 WASJA - Cancelled 9 Sep 2007 Perth Regional Appaloosa Club - Breed Show 9 Sep 2007 WASJA - Outdoors- Cancelled 10 Sep 2007 NCAS Coaching Certificates Trainee Days 12 Sep 2007 Showjumping WA Squad Clinic 14 Sep 2007 CANCELLED Best in the West 15 Sep 2007 PCAWA - State Dressage Championships 17 Sep 2007 NCAS Level 1 Coaching Clinic - 2 day Coaching Clin 22 Sep 2007 Jump WA Promotions - Horse of the Year Final GENERAL NEWS See below and for a full list of news, events and a whole lot more go to www.efawa.com.au . If your club list details are incorrect as per our calendar, please contact the webmaster to make the change.  If details are incorrect we apologise however, these details were supplied to us in November and we may not have been notified of any changes.  If you know of date changes please email the webmaster.

Morgan Park (Qld.) coping well in the circumstances 250 horses are locked down at Warwick in southern Queensland, following the cancellation of the World Cup Eventing qualifier and associated competitions.

Success for Australian show jumpers in Europe Matthew Williams, who is based in Belgium, had a successful weekend at the CSI3* Gijon in Spain after placing in both the Grand Prix and 1.40m speed class.

Expressions of Interest to participate in Jumping Tri-Nations Cup in South Africa APPLICATION DATE CHANGE We have received an invitation for a team of four riders and a Chef d’Equipe to take part in a Tri-Nations CSIO** Team competition against New Zealand and South Africa on borrowed horses. The competition will be held in Johannesburg 4-6 October 2007.

Survey on the 'EFA News' published in HorseDeals magazine Those of you who buy and read HorseDeals will have come across the EFA News that has been published for the last 18 months. We are again asking for your input.

Watch Burghley live on the web And see Andrew Hoy, Clayton Fredericks, Matt Ryan, Sammi McLeod and Sam Griffiths compete.

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