EFA WA E- News March 14th, 2008
Hi All, The WAISEP Committee wish to advise that they have extended entries for the Interschool Championships until this coming MONDAY! to give you all a little more breathing space as the majority of people enter at the last minute! Don't forget if you have an equestrian based business then the Interschool Champs is the place to be with a trade stand - there is more information below. In 2008 we THANK Western Australian Department of Sport & Recreation, our Principal Partner and
EFA- Position Executive Officer of the Equestrian Federation of Australia, WA Branch Inc The EFA(WA) is seeking a committed, enthusiastic person to fill the full time position of Executive Officer. Reporting to the Board, the EO will be responsible for the overall operation of the organisation specifically managing the effective operation of the EFA(WA) staff, providing support to the Branch and Sub Committees, achieving budget objectives, developing strategic relationships with sponsors and Government departments, increasing the membership base through introducing effective initiatives and sound membership management. Applicants should possess:
For the application package, please contact Joanne Bastian on 0417 184 729 or email: jobastian@bigpond.com. Applications close Friday 28th March 2008
Brigadoon XC Training - Saturday 5th April Start 8.00am to 12noon. $35 per horse/rider combination, $30 for second horse including Ground Fee. Entry on the day. No time limits, water jump included. Bring your coach if you wish. EFA and Pony Club Members all welcome. Remember the course will be closed one month prior to the Brigadoon event, so use this opportunity to get that early season practice! Enquiries: 9572 6001 or 9296 1816
Rule Changes There are new rules or rule changes in FEI website ( www.horsesport.org) and specifically- Article 519 Horse and Rider Welfare Article 520 Abuse of Horses Article 531.6 Measurement of obstacles Article 532 Scoring on Cross Country Penalties. All competitors at One Star and above will be scored at 3 refusals on X country = elimination. Pre Novice and below remain at 4 refusals.(National rules) More detailed news item to follow in EFA Web.
DRESSAGE
Correction to Handbook Dressage Judges’ List, Incorrect Phone Number listed for Sonia De Berner Correct Phone Number is 9497 5286
Attn: I have just returned from Margaret River Dressage and had a fabulous weekend at a well run event. This morning I started to get my horse ready to work and discovered many "Roo Ticks" on her legs. I have been to the vet and had them removed, plus have follow up treatment to administer. I would ask that all riders from the event have a quick check of their horses legs to make sure they havent also picked up some ticks (they were quite small and looked like large fleas on the skin). My horse was kept in a paddock not far from the grounds and I had ridden my horse through the surrounding bush on the Friday before the event so this could account for the ticks, however I am also aware that many people also kept their horses close by and near bush during the event. Once again thank you to the organisers for putting on a great weekend. Eleta Ronson
DRTA Brookleigh Freestyle Night March 15th. Draw available HERE Come along and see some toe tapping freestyles in a fabulous setting! And also see a display by the new imported dressage pony stallion Don Philino
TRANISITIONS OPEN DRESSAGE TRAINING DAY MARCH 16TH AT ENQUIRIES TO 9495-1665 OR 9390 7241 Katanning Equestrian Association Inc. Official and Associate Dressage Competition Sunday 16th March, 2008 Katanning Equestrian Grounds at Katanning Leisure Centre Tests: Prep. 1, , Preliminary 1.2, Novice 2.2, Elementary 3.2 and Medium 4.2 (training only) Rosettes & prizes for most points in each category and ribbons for all classes. Judges, Liz Watkins and Liz Nicholson Details and entry forms are posted on the Katanning Equestrian Web site: www.katanning.equestrian.org.au. For enquiries please call Wendy Bessell-Browne on 98 228012 or Vicki Sukiennik on 98 211816. Gidgegannup & HEA Dressage Division Indoor Qualifier - 6 April 2008 Gidgegannup Showgrounds, Official – 1.3, 2.3, 3.3, 4.3, 5.3, PSG & Inter 1 $25.00 per test plus levies. Associate – 1.3, 2.3, 3.3, 4.3 $20.00 per test plus levies. Prizes for all levels. Closing date - 28 March 2008 Entries to – G & HEA Dressage Division, Enquiries to Marjory Stanger – 9295 1403 or 0407 089 056 – email – marjory.stanger@bigpond.com.au Bio-Security Form required on the day. Kalamunda Dressage Association Inc. Autumn Series – Saturday 12th April 2008 (12th April, 20th July, 31st August) Pickering Brook Sports Club, Associate and Unofficial: Prep 1, 1.1, 2.1, 3.1 $20.00 per test plus levies. Ribbons and prizes. Closing date – 7th April 2008. Entries to – KDA Autumn Series, C/- 60 Enquiries to Sandy Taylor – 9454-8620 or 0423 551 577 or email tocobiz@iinet.net.au Details and entry forms available on the KDA web site: www.kda.org.au. Bio-Security Form required on the day. Training and Development Days (Members only – membership will be taken on the day) Cost per test is $18 plus $8 ground levy per horse Date: 30th March 2008 Enquires: info@swanvalleydressage.com.au
Dressage Judges Taskforce
The New Dressage rule books are now available at the EFAWA office and will also be available at the up and coming Judges Seminars and Workshops. The cost is $25.00 if you need them posting this will be extra
F Level Seminar 15th March Wendy Barker will be convening this Seminar venue is Foxwood Farm The plan is, this will be in 2 parts – this is the first part and will focus on Novice level. Cost $30.00, or judges at this level free Contact Chris for more info 0421 728 981 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. H-E-F Seminar – the second on 27 July Wendy Barker will be convening this seminar at Brookleigh Equestrian Centre The second E-F date will focus more on Elementary work. Please Note: Anyone wanting to upgrade to elementary must attend both E and F Seminars
SHOWJUMPING March 16th - Hills SJ Association Parkerville Equestrian Centre.
March 23rd - Gidgegannup Horse & PC Showjumping and Cross Country Training Day 8.30-10.00 Show jumping training rounds 50cm – 70cm 10.30 Show jumping competitions 50cm 75 – 80cm 60cm 90 – 105cm 70cm D Grade 10.00 Cross country opens. More Info HERE
SEPENTINE JUMPING WEEKEND 29th and 30th March 2008 Two arenas both days. Graded classes, Maiden D, D and up. Training Rounds from 50cm Camping available-no power Social Golf on Friday Entries Close Monday 24th March 2008 Programs and entry form available: HERE SHOWHORSE NEWS Novice/Intermediate Day Our first event of the year! This will be held on April 13, at the SEC. We have a full program with adults on ponies and and unofficial program. Mark Kenzig (NSW) and Rachel Lawrie (SA) will be judging the official rings. Without helpers we can't run an event! If anyone is willing to spend some time either marshaling, pencilling or running coffees, please contact Jo Endersby on 0407196487 or Steph Robson on 0418905003 or srobson@iinet.net.au. Entry form available via the new website. Please go to www.showhorsewa.equestrian.org.au Judges/Riders Seminar A seminar with MarK Kenzig(NSW) will be held in the Ocean Room at the SEC on Monday the 14th April. All EFA judges are expected to attend and we urge as many competitors and other interested parties to attend. There will be a small cost of $10 and refreshments and nibbles will be provided. Could you please register your intention to attend by contacting Fiona Morgan on 0439181390. The format for the evening has not been finalised as we would like you to tell us what you would like to here! Ring craft and etiquette has been suggested, what else?? Introduction of the Showhorse levy The EFA WA Showhorse Committee have implemented a new levy as of 31/03/08. Please click HEREfor the full explanation, but in short this fund will help develop our sport into the future. Should you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me on 92862734 or 0418905003 or srobson@iinet.net.au . YR Squad The first clinic is to be held on March 29 at the SEC with Gillian Samuel as coach. Vicki Chester and Kaye Forster will be in touch with you this week with your lesson groups and times. State Squad We are very privileged to have Dr Victoria Hamilton as our State coach. Vicky will be coaching at all clinics except the April and July. Jenine Dilts from the EFA office has sent out forms, if you have not received your form could you please contact Jenine in the office on 92961200. Corrections to the 2008 Handbook Please note the following corrections: 1. Contact details for Philippa Statkus should read 97361672 or 0437905095 2. Novice/Intermediate Show date should read Sunday 13th April not Saturday 13th April. 3. EFA Showman of the Year will not be run on Saturday 13th April. This event will be run on an alternate date yet to be confirmed. Until next week....Steph Perth Horse & Pony Club March 16th Hack Show - Official & Unofficial Click Here for details
Henty Riding Club – Autumn Hacking Extravaganza 16th March at Garvey Road, Dardanup - Unofficial and Official show horse 2 rings, great prizes and money to be won - Pony Rings 9.00am and Hack Rings @ 11.00am. contact kellie hilbers on a/h 97315526 or 0417099962 or kdraper4@aapt.net.au
Swan Valley H & PC Autumn Hack Day Sunday 16th March. Official, Unofficial and Under 12 Ring Click Here for info
Wanneroo Horse & PC - Working Hunter Day - April 6th Program has now been released - Click Here for more info.
April 13th Gynkhana has been cancelled
NCAS
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.
Coach Educator and SSTA Seminar The Coach Educator and SSTA Seminar will be held in
Dressage Judge Training - Please see details under Dressage Judges Taskforce above for upcoming judge training. Department of Sport & Recreation - Coaching and Officiating
Beginning Coaching Course - Sunday 16th March - 8.45 - 4.30pm Venue- DSR, Registration forms to be sent to Registration form can be downloaded:- http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/scripts/nc.dll?DSR.62653020:STANDARD::pc=PC_126 The Department of Sport & Recreation 2008 Regional Coach / Official Scholarships are now open! What can the funding be used for? Scholarships are provided for costs associated with accessing development opportunities eg: attended accredited courses, workshops / seminars, mentoring opportunities, state and national competitions, special coach / official sessions, etc. Applicants must provide a detailed program of their activities for the scholarship period. More information and Application forms can be accessed from the DSR website www.dsr.wa.gov.au and from Regional DSR Offices. Closing Date Applications MUST be lodged with the Coach/Officials nearest DSR Regional Office by 5pm Friday 28th March 2008.
REMINDER - Do you present courses and seminars???? New & improved - PRESENTER TRAINING COURSE - Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th March - 6pm - 9pm - DSR , 246 Vincent St, Leederville The ASC Presenter Training Program provides a standard for the training of presenters and has been developed to provide an option for sporting organisations individual officials, coaches and administrators who wish to train or be updated in presenting skills, but do not want to pursue the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. This course is subsidised by the Department of Sport & Recreation and costs ONLY $22 (inc. GST) to attend - Light supper and manual included! The modules for the course include:-
Numbers are limited and registrations are due on Wednesday 5th March - I have attached the registration form or alternatively it can be downloaded from the DSR website. If you would like further information please do not hesitate to contact myself or Kate Lee - kate.lee@dsr.wa.gov.au 9492 9827
2008 INTERSCHOOLS
Entries now extended to Monday! Go to www.nominate.com.au
Don’t miss out on all the fun …. It’s not all about the competition it’s about having a go!
March 10th Update Combined Training - students entering please be aware that the Dressage Test for the 80cm class in the Novice Test and not the Prelim.
Reminder - You may only enter one rider/one horse for the Interschool Championships - this includes both the Eventing at Moora and the Championships. If you are intending to enter both days then it must be on the same horse.
Competency Forms - Due to the 20th March deadline being the day before Easter long weekend, Competency Forms can be faxed to the number on the form up until Monday 24th March. This will allow events held over Easter to be used for Competency. Forms received by post or fax on or after the 25th March will not be accepted. We are unable to make any further extensions to this date, as we need time after receiving the forms to check them against the entries, prior to draws being released, and programs printed
Banner Competition: Has your school started making your banner yet?
Merchandise -Hats, Shirts and Lanyards will be available this year. We are in the process of ordering fantastic stylish new shirts for interschools. These will be available online with your entry form and will also be on sale over the Interschools weekend. Shirts will be available for $30 and proffits from the sale of these shirts will go directly to help send out WA team to the Nationals.
Trade Stands - If you have an equine related business or know someone who does then please be aware that we will be running an extensive Trade Village at this years event. We hope to have lots of shops and exhibits for you to wander through and BUY from! If you would like further information please contact Ronnie Lawrence ronnie@ffw.com.au or jmoon@bigpond.net.au For all the latest news on the event for 2008 go the the Interschools Webpage - click HERE
SEC NEWS GROUNDS MANAGER & GROUND STAFF REQUIRED At the State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon. Contact; Centre Manager 9296 1200 or email jennine@efawa.com.au for Job Descriptions. Applications Close 14 March 2008 Dressage Indoor Training Day - March 18th. $18 for 15min, arena fully set up, ride any test you like. To book contact Jennine on 92961200
RDA NEWS Night at the Races The most fun you can have off the course 'Night at the Races' is the biggest fundraising event of the year for Riding for the Disabled Association of Western Australia (RDAWA). The evening offers a unique opportunity for guests to indulge in a wonderful night filled with fine dining, great wine and entertainment, whilst raising funds for a worthwhile organisation. Entertainment includes:
It is sure to be the most fun you can have off the course in 2008. The first 'Night at the Races' event was held last year and raised over $22,000 to help the association continue to provide therapeutic and recreational equestrian activities to people living with disabilities and special needs in WA. This years Night at the Races will be held on Saturday the 14th of June in the beautiful Southern Cross Ballroom at The Esplanade Hotel Fremantle. With your help we aim to make 2008's event even BIGGER and BETTER For more information click Here or go to www.ridingdevelopsability.com www.nightattheraces.com.au Smiley’s Birthday Party – a fun day for kids of all ages to celebrate RDA and the work we do.
VOLUNTEER NEWS
“Volunteer for a day” There are a number of events coming up that are in desperate need of volunteers. You may not normally have time to volunteer, or feel you don’t have the skills. For 2008 the EFA(WA) is bringing in an initiative of “volunteer for a day”. All we ask is that if you don’t usually volunteer that you just take one day out of your busy schedule to lend a hand at an event of you choosing. We will make sure that on that day you are fed and watered. Everyone that contacts me to participate in “Volunteer for a day” will go in the draw for our fantastic raffle and will also be invited to our “Volunteer Week Celebration” and other events within the year. So please, take one day out of your schedule to put back into the sport that gives you so much. Contact Jess at the EFA 9296 1200 or volunteercoordinator@efawa.com.au. Jess GENERAL NEWS
EQUESTRIAN Huge selection of new and used gear; rugs, clothing, accessories, fencing, portable yard for float or truck & MUCH MORE! All quality, in excellent condition and priced to sell. PLEASE NOT BEFORE 9AM. STRATTON Contacts: Gill Hancock: 0409 375 110 OR Shauna Dean: 0428 818 420 | ||
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18th - 20th April 2008 at the SEC.
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