WA EFA E-News December 13th, 2007
The Staff and Committee of the Equestrian Federation of Australia, WA Branch would like to take this opportunity to sincerely THANK our sponsors for their invaluable support during 2007. These sponsors include Western Australian Department of Sport & Recreation, our Principal Partner and
We would like to wish each and every one of them, their Families and Staff, a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year and look forward to having them back on board again next year.
BATES NEWCOMERS AWARD DRESSAGE & SHOWJUMPING On behalf of the EFA (WA) we would like to congratulate all of the winners and competitors of the Bates Newcomers Award. We would especially like to extend our gratitude to our Judges for the day – Sue Cunningham (NSW), Pollyanne Huntington and Judith Odgaard-Baker; our Course Builder Fred Freeman and our Commentators Val Mayger and Christine Chapman. We would also like to say a VERY BIG THANKYOU to everybody who helped at the event - this includes all of those people who helped with penciling for Dressage, lifting poles and wings for Showjumping and those who helped with the gate and marshalling, we know that Volunteers are our most valuable asset – we couldn’t have done it without you. The EFA (WA) would like to extend our gratitude to Bates for their continued and valued sponsorship. MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE! OFFICE NEWS *** Please note that the EFA / SEC Office will be CLOSED from December 14th to January 7th*** A gentle reminder that if you have an outstanding account with the EFA/SEC please take care of it ASAP. Also details for next years Handbook must be back to the EFA Office by tomorrow! EFAWA has a new Chairperson and Branch Committee members. The New chairperson Joanne Bastian was nominated by the now Immediately Past Chairman Michael Caplehorn, and was unanimously elected by the Branch Committee members. Jo has previously served the EFAWA as the Chair of Show Horse. During her term as Chair the discipline has thrived, with ever increasing memberships and events. Her extensive voluntary efforts on behalf of the EFAWA are well known to other Branch Committee members who welcomed her nomination. As the Chair of EFAWA Jo will be able to use her business knowledge to ensure the EFAWA cements it financial position, which over the last 5 years has steadily improved from a very worrying loss making entity to a modest profit. As Jo is the Chair of the EFA National Show Horse Committee, she has established contacts with the Federal office. The Committee charged with the responsibilities of setting the policies and directions of the EFAWA and SEC for the next year is:- Chairwoman Joanne Bastian Vice Chairman Tim Weigall Director SEC Mike Caplehorn Nominated committee members: Mark Warren, Robynne McTaggart,Helen Adams These join elected Branch Committee Members Val Mayger&Neil Ozanne and the Chairs of each EFAWA Sport Don Smailes- Chair of Dressage Polly Ann Huntington - Chair of Eventing Fred Freeman- Chair of Showjumping Sandy Jamieson - Chair of Showhorse The 2007/8 Discipline Committee lists will be advertised of the Website shortly. HIGH PERFORMANCE NEWS
Squad letters have gone out this week to all who had applied for squads in 2008. Congratulations to all those that have been accepted and updated squad list should be available on the website in the coming week. Jennine Dilts thanks all coordinators and Chairs of Committees that she has worked with this year and in 2008 we can be assured that the squad programs will continue to evolve and improve. Over the holidays past and present BEATS & EFAWA Horseland Young Riders don't forget that NCAS Introductory Horse Management & Riding Certification Assessment Days to take place January 30th & 31st, SEC. Participants must have acquired NCAS Intro Horse Management & Riding folder within the last 2 years to be eligible. NCAS Folders now available from the EFAWA office for $60 including taxes, plus shipping costs. 2 days of assessment to include all aspects of Intro Horse Management and Riding, must register for both days. Cost of 2 day assessment - $140 SEC Camping available To register, please contact the EFA WA office at 9296 1200 and speak to Kate or Karen at Reception. JUMPING WA NEWS
Bates Award for Showjumping Congratulations to all that competed in the Bates class last Saturday. It was an exiting class with 7 horses going through to the jump off. First to go the experienced Roger Kamman set a cracking pace which put the pressure on the other riders and horses. There was some spectacular jumping and crashes to follow which certainly kept the good number of spectators entertained. Doogie (Alison Rowland) came close to Roger's time on the talented BB Bella but it was the second last horse to go the stallion Noblewood Park Cougar and Rick Dabner who showed great balance, speed and tight lines to beat Roger's time. This was a very popular win as this combination has been knocking on the door this season and hopefully we will see them go on to bigger and better things next season which the same can be said for the rest of the very talented combinations that competed in this years Bates class that once again was a worthy class for such a prestigious event. Check out all the action shots at aussiesinaction.com.au
"Go For 2 & 5" Showjumping Summer Series run by Jump WA. Program has now been released. Click HERE for details. SHOWHORSE WA NEWS Dear EFA Show Horse Members, On behalf of the Committee, we wish you, your families and your ponies a very happy and safe festive season. May all your presents be horsey and remember, the riding of horses on Christmas Day is forbidden and the feeding of carrot cake and licorice is mandatory. As I move to a new role within the organisation, Sandy Jamieson will take the Chair in 2008 with Theresa Marshall as Vice Chair. Steph Robson will continue her hard work in the New Year with the help of new committee members, Robyn Endersby, Nikki Chivers and Kaye Forster. Joanne Endersby will head up the events committee. Thank you to exiting committee members Paula Ayres, Paul Morath and Karin Drummond who have done a fantastic job over many years in bringing the events to you. There are many helpers that we could not have done without in 2007 and we thank those people also. Jacqui Moon, Jenny Kleinitz, Nikki Chivers, Phyl Ayres, Lindsay Baxter and Warrick Bocking who have given up many weekends to prepare for and then assist at the shows. Special mention must go to Vicki Chester – Junior Squad Coordinator and Claire Matsen – Young Riders Squad Coordinator. These ladies have contributed an enormous amount of time on behalf of the EFA to ensure the smooth running of the squads. Last but by no means least, I would like also like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the members who support the events, squads and the EFA(WA) Branch. Your participation and encouragement is a driving force and the motivation of the committee. We look forward to your continued support in 2008.
Joanne Bastian
DRESSAGE WA NEWS 2007 Bates Dressage Award
This year saw 51 Bates cards issued for 2007. Points were accumulated throuout the year and the top 13 combinations were invited to attend the final at the SEC on December 8th. Interstate Judge Sue Cunningham joined WA judge Polly Ann Huntington in judging the class. Horses that competed came from both local and country areas around WA to compete in the final. Horses completed the Novice 2.4 test and the winner was the Roz Tippett owned Kitchener capably ridden by Melissa Emery with a percentage of 66.8% with the judges both unanimous in this decision. In second place was BBD Apollo and Catherine De Vita with 66%, closley followed in third place by country competitor Lynsey Mas on JB Take That with 65%. Judges were pleased with the quality of horses competing and wished all competitors the best for their future careers. The organising Committee would like to thank Emily Bates, Gina Hendry and Leat for sponsoring the Bates Newcomers programs and presenting the trophies and rosettes to the winners and placegetters. Don't forget to have a look at the Aussies in Action website for all the action shots!
11.00am Saturday kicked of the Young Horse classes on the international arena and for once the wind was still and the temperature very pleasant. Horseland had a stand there showcasing the new range of pony saddles which gained a lot of interest from the younger dressage enthusiasts. Seven four year olds made their debut in the first class which was very entertaining at times with these horses inexperience showing through at times. Eight five year olds graced the arena in that class and only four tried the much harder six year old class. Judges for this competition were Hannie Byrne, Hazel Hikins and interstate judge Sue Cunningham. After two rounds the four year old class was a close one with the imported German Warmblood stallion Royal Oak II and Dion Stokes taking the honours by .26 of a point from popular judge Colin Chantler and his mare Bonita and a similar margin to the third placegetter Annie Cessary-Hopkins and Jaldary Park Willpower. The 5yo class was even closer with only .02 separating first and second. The winner was the very loose moving warmblood gelding AEA Benetton and Tracey Spackman from the very smart 14.2 1/2 Lancefield Park French elegance and up and coming young rider Leighchell Rowe. The 6 yo class was won by Gill Wibberly and the Talisman gelding Triplicate from Tyanna Lawless and Donner Versace and the everbusy Dion Stokes and Remi Roosevelt. The three winners then came together to work out for the Champion overall and from a spectators point of view it was very hard to drage your eyes away from the stunning black stallion who has paces to match and it seemed that the judges agreed and hence awarded the overall chanmpion to Dion Stokes and Royal Oak II. The Promotions committee would like to Thank Horseland for thier continued support of the Young Horse Classes and we look forward to the next one in 2008 being nice and early in the year to allow horse to be ready for the National final in April.
On behalf of its members Congratulations to the 2007 Hi Point winners:- Hi Point Official winner – Wayne Kiely – Mahogany – 109 points Associate Hi Point - Cheryl Wise – Billy The Kid – 35 points Pony Hi Point – Sharon Jarvis - Meilland Troubadour – 66 points - Ashton James - Little Paddocks Cantata – 66 points Presentations will be made at the EFA Awards night at Mulberry On Swan on 18th January 2008.
2007 WA INTERSCHOOLS TEAM
On Saturday after the Bates awards for the Dressage the WAISEP Committee made a presentation of a team shirt and Certificate to all those children who had signed up to go to Warwick in QLD for the 2007 National Championships. Well, we now know that EI put a stop to that going ahead but the WA Committee still felt strongly about acknowledging those who were intending on going. Well done to all those who attended and appologies to those that missed out on the group photo. Individueal photos are available from Aussies in Action.
VOLUNTEER XMAS PARTY & AWARDS NIGHT Thankyou to everyone who came along to the xmas party and awards night J It was a lovely night fully catered for by Classic Taste and funded by the Department of Communities. We had a few awards to give out on the night and I would like to take this time to congratulate the winners Special Mention – Shirley & Iain Kennedy Special Achievement– Julie Bickford Special Achievement– Cathy Bickford Outstanding Contribution to Volunteering – Barb Pickett Volunteer of the Year – Anne Jeary VOLUNTEER GREEN SHIRT WORKSHOP – 24th JANUARY 5:30pm DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND WE WILL BE HOLDING A WORKSHOP IN JANUARY FOR VOLUNTEERS, OFFICIALS AND ANY MEMBERS OF CLUBS. IT WILL BE BASED ON A CASUAL OPEN FORUM ABOUT SOME ISSUES THAT NEED TO BE ADDRESSED REGARDING VOLUNTEERS AND OFFICIALS. THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF · Dealing with conflict at events · Pathways for volunteers and officials · Green Shirt Programme · Gear Checking and Pencilling If there are any more topics you would like me to cover please let me know. Please RSVP by 10th Jan if you are wishing to attend HAVE YOU SEEN MINDY? She is a bay pony mare around about 14hh. She was taken from her paddock on the 5-12-07 in the
TICKETS ON Friday 18th January 2008 At Mulberry on Swan in the Mulberry room upstairs Cocktail dress Fantastic Buffet meal with an open bar (cash only) Live band with a dance floor $55 per person includes a complimentary glass of champagne at the door Pre-dinner drinks at 6.30pm Dinner at 7.30pm Come along and help to congratulate all of our hard working, Award winning members. Invitations will be out soon, but get in quick as tickets sold out in the first week last year!! Tickets are available from the EFA Office 9296 1200 | ||
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Emily Bates presents RickDabner and NP Cougar with their award.
Photos by Aussies in Action.
Emily Bates presenting Melissa and Kitchener with their award. Aussies in Action Photo.
Overall Champion Royal Oak II & Dion Stokes.
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