EFA WA E-News February 14th, 2007
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Hello Everyone, This week's Blast is packed with info so I won't add to it here. Enjoy your reading! In 2008 we THANK Western Australian Department of Sport & Recreation, our Principal Partner and
CLUBS Your sporting organisation is invited to a seminar about the Community Sporting & Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF), which is administered by the Department of Sport & Recreation. This is an ideal opportunity to obtain information about the CSRFF program and how clubs/organisations may benefit from applying for a grant. Depending on the type of project that funding is being sought, grants from $2,500 up to $1,8m are available. DATE: Thursday 13th March 2008 TIME: 6.00pm – 7.00pm VENUE: GUEST SPEAKER: Clayton White – Department of Sport & Recreation RSVP: 10th March 2008 to Sian Wakeling on 9267 9374 or email sian.wakeling@swan.wa.gov.au More information is available from the EFAWA Office on 9296 1200.
Reminder Healthy Club Sponsorships applications close Friday 29th February 2008 Incorporated clubs playing in a recognised sporting competition over the 2008 winter season may apply for up to $2500 for initiatives to make their club safer, healthier and to train and educate volunteers. Sponsorship funds can be used to purchase items including first aid equipment, club safety equipment as well as training and coaching courses for volunteers and parents. APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5pm, Friday February 29th 2008. Feel like to trip to New Zealand? The Equestrian Federation of Australia has received an invitation for a team of 4 Jumping riders, 2 Dressage riders and a Chef d’Equipe to take part in a Tri Nations Teams competition held at the Kelt Capital Horse of the Year Show (KCHoY) in We wish to advise you that the EFA is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from riders and officials for the Tri Nations competition. These EOI are also listed on the EFA website www.equestrian.org.au Please note ALL applications must be received by 5pm next Monday the 18th February. For more information please contact Jenine at squads@efawa.com.au
Attention all Dressage Enthusiasts - Uwe Spenlen is returning to Register quickly…November ’07 clinic sold out! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity from an internationally acclaimed Dressage coach & judge! Early morning and evening lessons available. For more information please contact Jenine at squads@efawa.com.au Eventing: Gill Rolton Squad/Open Clinic March 1&2 2008, SEC, limited places available, please contact Jenine at squads@efawa.com.au for more information! OBSERVERS WELCOME & ENCOURAGED! We would like to thank the Department of Sport and Recreation for their support of this clinic! BEATS 2008– Attention ALL NEW APPLICANTS – Mounted assessment day this Saturday Feb 16th, SEC, 3pm! Must have received application in order to attend – please contact Jenine at squads@efawa.com.au for more information!
Eventing & Dressage are still looking for Squad Liaison Volunteers! Would you like to give back to the sport of Dressage or Eventing ? Do you have a bit of spare time to assist with the running of a High Performance Program? We are currently searching for people to assist in this very important voluntary roles! Please go to www.efawa.com.au to find out more, or contact Jenine at squads@efawa.com.au
EVENTING NEWS
FUNDRAISER FOR SONJA 21st February 2008 at Stewarts @ Brookleigh.
Time 6.30pm for 7.00pm. Sumtous buffet meal with an auction and music by Jay Weston. Free glass of wine on arrival. Tickets $100, Bookings Stewarts 9296 6966 Today’s Update – The auctions is shaping up to be super – Just some of the items on offer are: Dinner for 8 cooked by Stewarts fabulous chief Dean Williams in your own home. Gear from Europa Saddlery, Jump for joy jump stands, Better Pets and Gardens Vouchers Wine from Castle Rock, Juniper Crossing, Lancaster, Montgomery’s, Plantagenet Shepherds Hut, Trevellen & Wignalls Some of these wines can no longer be purchased except for on the night! Brooker Furniture, Granite Innovations, Tuk Tuk clothing from Dark Selections Original art work, Academy Equestrian in the hills Vouchers And a huge array of good from homeopathy to books to wood and metal work. The list keeps growing ! Also to be auctioned at a later date are Service fees to Narbethong and DvZ stallions. Wow what a night it should be with so many thanks from Sonja to all the amazing donors of products and to Eventing WA Promotions Inc
AGM Wed 20th Feb. 7pm State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon All new members most welcome. Please bring along anyone who may be interested in supporting the Brigadoon and Alcoa events. Enquiries 9296 4988 or 9453 2774
Swan River Horse Trials Inc presents Sam Lyle. Clinic to be held at Brookleigh Estate on the 1-3rd of March(yes a long weekend) Cost $330 for 3 days Sam is the assistant National 3 day event coach. We will be focusing entirely on show jumping. School to be held indoors. Contact Sonja Johnson swjohnson@westnet.com.au or 98543013 but email is much more reliable.
Go For 2 & 5 Capel Horse and Pony Club CAPEL CNC 29th & 30th March 2008 (Entries Close 12th March) Venue: Capel Equestrian Centre, Corner Goodwood & Warns Roads, Capel. Organiser: Mrs Jo Tucker – boroniaj@activ8.net.au Address: Capel Pony Club, Event Secretary: Mrs Jaqui Dahlstrom • No Dogs allowed on • Competitors must nominate a helper, no self help. Non EFA /Capel Equestrian Club members will be subject to day membership fees. CLASSES CNC**(B), CNC* (B), Pre Novice, Junior Pre Novice , Preliminary Senior, Preliminary Junior, Introductory Senior 1, Introductory Junior 1 , Introductory Senior 2 Introductory Junior 2 Please use official event entry form available on EFA website • Cheques to be made payable to Capel Horse & Pony Club. • No faxed or late entries will be accepted. • No starting times are available by phone. Times are available on www.ktrials.pas.com.au EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION OF AUSTRALIA ( • Withdrawals need to be notified to envelope with medical or vet certificate for refund. • Dinner (3 Course meal) on Saturday night $13 send with entries. STABLES / YARDS -We have 30 yards that will be used on a first come basis. Be prepared to make your own yards – not to be secured around trees. ACCOMMODATION - Camping – Capel Equestrian Centre  
DRESSAGE SUMMER SERIES - Report Week 4. Well the Summer Series is over for another year, and what a successful series it was!! The first week saw a record number of entries, and we have never had such a wonderful variety of horses and riders. It also wasn’t quite as hot as last year which was a positive for most, although I did notice a few judges melting in their cars!!! This year we were very proud to be able to offer the Para Equestrian tests as well as the 2008 Hong Kong Qualifier test to add some variety. ...........To view Jess's full report and results click HERE
New EFA Dressage Rules - Section 1 part 14 (1.14) – Eligibility of Horse & Ponies at Each Level. There are changed rules pertaining to eligibility: “In Official competitions the following criteria apply at the closing date of entries ¨ Preliminary and Novice Level - Horses/ponies with less than 60 points ¨ Elementary Level - Horses/ponies with less than 120 points ¨ Medium Level - Horses/ponies with less than 180 points ¨ Advanced Level - Horses/ponies with less than 240 points ¨ Prix St Georges and above - Horses with at least 80 points that have on two occasions Achieved 60% in Advanced judged by at least 2 judges ¨ Grand Prix - Horses with at least 80 points that have achieved 58% in Intermediate II for entry to EFA competitions ¨ FEI Pony - Ponies with at least 60 points ¨ FEI Young Rider (CDI-Y) - Horses with at least 80 points that have gained 60% at Prix St Georges. Congratulations to Angela Carroll who is now on the Dressage Judges H Panel Her contact details are Tel 9497 7725, Mob 0418 9229 393.
Dressage WA Promotions Inc AGM Wednesday 27th Feb 7pm (6.30pm Dinner) Dressage Promotions needs a committee to run the State Dressage Championships and the Spring Dressage Festival (incorporating the Indoor finals and Associate Championships). This can't be done if dressage riders don't get involved. We are all busy people but if everyone contributes then the load will be lightened and a great event can be run. We would love to see you there. For any queries contact robynboothey@hotmail.com or cpchantl@bigpond.net.au
TRANSITIONS YOUNG RIDERS CLUB INC ARE HOLDING AN OPEN TRAINING DAY 16th March 2008 Tests offered will be Prep 3, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 3.2, 3.4, 4.3, 5.2 Pre entry required on official EFA form $15.00 per test members $20 per test non-members Horse Event Participation Declaration must be handed in on the day Entries close 7th March draw available 13th March Any queries contact Marian Semones 93907241 SWAN VALLEY DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION A reminder to Members of Swan Valley Dressage Association Of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Saturday February 16th, 7.30pm at Enquiries 0429 342 167
Dressage Judges Taskforce
Workshop 29th Feb There will be a Workshop for Trainee Judges at SEC in the Ocean Foam Room, starting at 7.00pm. The fee has not yet been set by DJT, it will probably be around $10.00- $15.00 per person. The 7.00pm start will be an opportunity to ask any questions, to help you to understand what is required in the NOAS system (eg what Mentoring entails, and what Shadow Judging entails). After about 8.00pm there will be an opportunity to cover some ground on judging issues, and hopefully to set several Mentoring and Shadowing dates for the year, particularly for those who plan to complete the F Level requirements this year. F Level Seminar 15th March Wendy Barker will be convening this Seminar venue is to be finalised. C-D Seminar – 19th & 20th April Maria Schwennesen will be taking this seminar at Foxwood Farm A-B Seminar – tentatively 31 May & 1 June We are yet to confirm this date, tentatively, Ginny Creed will be taking this seminar. Please Note: Anyone wanting to upgrade to elementary must attend both E and F Seminars Congratulations Nadine Merewether was honoured at The EFA National Awards Night 9th February 2008. Nadine received the EFA Special Services Award which was presented by Russ Withers; "Nadine has been a Dressage Judge for almost 40 years, an A-Level judge since 1989, and a Judge Educator for over 20 years. She is an inspiring Speaker and presenter. In the 1970's Nadine was the driving force behind the creation of the Dressage Association of WA. In 2002 she became the National Dressage Grand Prix champion with Barrabadeen Troubadour. Her conduct as a Judge, Coach and Competitor has set a wonderful example for all." Nadine was unable to attend the EFA National Awards Ceremony. Chair of DJTF Kim Thomas accepted the Award from Russ Withers on Nadine’s behalf. WA is fortunate to have Nadine in our state and we congratulate her on this wonderful achievement. Nadine has set a high standard in riding coaching and judging and this standard has paved the way for Dressage to grow in the right direction in SHOWJUMPING Applications are now open for the EFA (WA) Jumping Development Squad for 2008. Applicants must be aged from 13 to 20 years of age and actively competing at 1.10m. Any enquiries should be directed to Kevin Gianatti on 9293 2471. Written applications, with a short resume, to Applications close 3rd March 2008.
Feel like to trip to New Zealand? The Equestrian Federation of Australia has received an invitation for a team of 4 Jumping riders, 2 Dressage riders and a Chef d’Equipe to take part in a Tri Nations Teams competition held at the Kelt Capital Horse of the Year Show (KCHoY) in We wish to advise you that the EFA is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from riders and officials for the Tri Nations competition. These EOI are also listed on the EFA website www.equestrian.org.au Please note ALL applications must be received by 5pm next Monday the 18th February.
Princess Anne Arena,St Ives Showground, Event Enquiries callJane Robinson 0414 427 176 VIP Ticketing callCheryl Sing 0414 375 903 More information atwww.copabella.com JK Williams Showjumping in the Orchard,12-13 April 2008 Event Enquiries callJane Frankum 02 46 531 063 More information at www.nswsjc.com ISS EFA Australian Show Jumping Championships17-20 April 2008 Event & Sunday VIP Ticketing Enquiries call Jane Frankum 02 46 531 063 More information at www.nswsjc.com
Measuring 2008 The $5 previously being charged for a measuring card is no longer adequate to cover the associated costs of measuring and our very generous volunteer measurers are often not reimbursed for their travel expenses. Therefore measuring has increased to $10 as of 1 January 2008. This is the first increase in measuring for many years and we thank all competitors and clubs for their cooperation and understanding.
Click HERE for 2008 Measuring Dates New Working Hunter Guidelines for 2008 Click HERE to see the full details
The Europa Great Southern Hack of the Year
For more information on this great country series click HERE
VOLUNTEER NEWS
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The Green Shirt Workshop aims to introduce new volunteers to pencilling and gear checking, and to create a social atmosphere for volunteers and officials to get to know one another. The evening will begin with an induction to pencilling and gear checking and then after a break with light refreshments, will follow with an open forum to discuss any issues and feedback regarding volunteering and officiating in equestrian sport. Without your feedback, we cannot improve anything. If there are any issues you would like raised at the forum please email: volunteercoordinator@efawa.com.au SCHEDULE 5:30pm – Introduction to Volunteers, 5:45pm – Pencilling Workshop, 6:15pm – Gear Checking Workshop, 6:45pm – Break, 7:00pm – Green Shirt Forum. Please RSVP your attendance by 13th Feb 2008 to volunteercoordinator@efawa.com.au or 9296 1200. NCAS
INTRODUCTORY Coaching CLINIC (2 DAY CLINIC) To be held at BROOKLEIGH ESTATE 10th 11th March 2008 Enrolment by: 5.3.08 Cost per 2 day clinic $275.00 Click HERE for enrolment form. NCAS INTRODUCTORY 2 DAY COACHING WORKSHOPS (COMPULSORY) MONDAY/TUESDAY 10TH AND 11TH MARCH 2008 Venue Brookleigh (see above) MONDAY/TUESDAY 11TH AND 12TH AUGUST 2008 Venue SEC NCAS LEVEL 1 TRAINING DAYS TBA NEXT COACHES UPDATE WORKSHOP MARCH 17TH VENUE SEC Guest Presenter LISA CHAMPION – Author of “Riding from the inside out”. More info to come. EFA National have release new updated Candidate information Packs.......[more]
DSR COACHING & OFFICIATING - Diary Alert Listed below are DSR dates for Courses and Seminars for 2008
Registration forms will be available on the DSR website www.dsr.wa.gov.au from Monday 18th February. Information regarding venue, cost and modules/sessions is included on the registration forms. Please note that all the General Principles Course registration forms must be returned to The Beginning Coaching GP Course is also offered on-line on the Australian Sports Commission website - http://www.ausport.gov.au/coach/onlinecoachcourse.asp and the Introductory Officiating GP Course will be offered on-line at the end of March. High Performance Officiating and Coaching Scholarships will be offered for the next round at the end of March. Information regarding these will be sent out soon and then placed on the website. Regional Coach/Official Scholarships are now open! Please go to the DSR website to find out more information - http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/scripts/nc.dll?DSR.262248:STANDARD::pc=PC_128 or contact the local DSR Regional office. Officials & Coaches Breakfasts - The first Officials Breakfast will be in April at Subiaco Oval. This will be followed by the combined Officials & Coaches Breakfast in June! If you would like further information regarding any of the above please do not hesitate to contact Jacqui Jashari, Officiating & Coaching Consultant Department of Sport and Recreation,
Web: www.dsr.wa.gov.au 2008 INTERSCHOOLS
The Handbook is now online. Click HERE to view. Your principals will have full details by Monday and entries will be open early next week. The WAISEP Committee will be running an open Showjumping Competition Day on Monday March 3rd at the SEC on the Swan Valley Horse & PC Grounds to give children a further opportunity to gain two showjumping rounds at their required height for their competancy forms. Classes will be run from 45cm to 1.20m and a full program is available HERE For all the latest news on the event for 2008 go the the Interschools Webpage - click HERE
SEC NEWS Indoor Dressage Training Day SEC - Thursday 21st Feb 9am - 7pm Practice any Test $18 for 15 mins Bookings ph 9296 1200 or email jennine@efawa.com.au
GENERAL NEWS
Second Chance Horse Rescue’s Great Quiz Night 2008 When: Friday 22nd February Time: Doors open at 7pm, Quiz begins at 7:30 Where: Cost: $15 p/person, pre-booked Or $17 p/person on the night.Tables of 10 • WIN 5 nights family stay any Aspen Park Resort in • WIN $300 Photography shoot • Raffles with great prizes • Bar open with part proceeds to Second Chance • Australian Youth Latin Dance Champion couple providing Floorshow • Stand up comedian Quiz Master • Prizes for winning team, biggest losers, best dressed team, second place and many games throughout the night. Contact Jessie on 043 897 9017 for entry forms and payment details, or info@schrar.org. Sponsors and prizes by Aspen Park Resorts, Potshot Resort Exmouth, Herbalife by Janet Hellewell, Enjoyby Gemma Antonakis, Long Mach Café, Rick Cardy Massage, Hooked by Fern, Richard Saleeba, and many private donators !
WA's own Equestrian Magazine Hoofbeats needs a Show Scene Co-Ordinator
Do you know someone aged between 13 and 25 years or a youth group that has done or continues to do fantastic work for our equestrian community? If you do then why not nominate them for the WA Governments 2008 Youth Awards. There are a range of awards on offer and if your nominee is named the WA Young Person of the Year they will win a trip to Europe courtessy of Singapore Airlines. Nominations close on February 29th and more information and nomination forms are available from www.childrenandyouth.wa.gov.au
EI Seminars Attention Event Organisers ! EI - Are you prepared! Workshops are being conducted around WA to inform clubs and organisers about implications and developing specific plans in case of an outbreak These seminars are fully supported by the EFA WA and WA Horse Council. Please click HERE for futher information | ||
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| The 2008 FEI World Cup Jumping Calendar The dates and venues for the 2008 Australian league of the FEI World Cup Jumping qualifiers are now on our web calendar. | ||
18th - 20th July 2008 at the SEC.
2008 WA Youth Awards
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