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EQUESTRIAN VICTORIA NEWS 

February/Early March 2017 Issue

 
Ingrid Green EV Chair

FROM THE CHAIR

With the end of February, Summer has come and gone and Autumn is now here with all its beauty.

I always enjoy this time of the year with the magnificent colour changes in the leaves of the trees, though I fear this year we are in for a hot one with the weather bureau forecasting higher temperatures and less rain than usual. As horse owners, the weather plays such an important part in our lives, for both looking after our horses as well as participating in our chosen horse sport.

With participation comes the need for transport, and whether in hot or cold weather, transportation is a stressful time for both horse and owner. ​There are simple steps you can take to help your horse arrive at an event safely – I hope you will find this article helpful: how-do-horses-get-hurt-during-transport.

Barastoc

February saw the successful running of Barastoc Horse of the Year - you can read all about it in the Show Horse report below. Barastoc is one of the major events on the EV calendar, and it takes an enormous amount of effort from our staff and tireless volunteers to ensure this fantastic show runs smoothly.

A big and special "Thank you" and "Congratulations" must go to Mitch Fox, our tireless Show Horse Chair and the very hard working, dedicated committee. This was the second major event for Show Horse Co-ordinator, Bronte Wright who has done a great job stepping up to the mark. 

Of course without the generous support of Barastoc, the naming rights sponsor, and the many class sponsors, running such a professional day would not be possible. We are ever grateful for the enormous contribution they make to our sport.

DJWTS

March will bring us the Australian Young Horse Championships, aka PSI Dressage and Jumping with the Stars, on 24 - 26 March – Three action packed days culminating in the crowning of the Champion of Champions Young Dressage Pony, Young Dressage Horse & Young Jumping Horse.

This year our International guest stars will be Johannes Westendarp of Hof Westendarp. Johannes will be the guest rider and presenter of the Saddleworld Dressage Masterclass.

Presenting the Saddleworld Jumping Masterclass this year is John Cottle from New Zealand, who is respected all over the world for his knowledge and success with jumping horses. You can read more about DJWTS later in this newsletter

Until next month ...

Ingrid Green | Equestrian Victoria Chair

DRESSAGE VICTORIA NEWS

Michael Bragge - Chair
Rebecca Willis - CoOrdinator 

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Suzie Hoevenaars judges in Europe

Suzie Hoevenaars.

Australian Judges' European Selection 

Suzie Hoevenaars has been selected to judge the World Young Horse Championships and European Championships in Aachen for the 5th time. The experienced judge has also been appointed an FEI J Judge Educator.  

In a further coup for Australian Dressage, Maria Schwennison from Brisbane is judging the European Young Rider Championships. 

"I think it says a lot for our judging system, and just shows if someone wants to achieve at the highest judging levels, that they can, even though we are a huge distance from the enter of our sport in Europe" said Suzie.

We congratulate both on their appointments.

 

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SAVE THE DATE

Stephen Clarke

5* FEI Judge General

in Victoria

November 4-7 2017

Victorian Dressage Clubs/Affiliates Meeting

In order to make this meeting more accessible for regional club members, the date has been changed to Saturday the 11 March at 2.30pm.  The venue remains the old Administration Building at WPNEC. 

This coincides with Dressage Young Rider Squad, so attendees are welcome to attend the Guest Speaker presentations and BBQ with the squad.  

Dressage Victoria is seeking to develop a sub-committee for all affiliates that conduct dressage events throughout the state. 

This sub-committee would focus on supporting clubs and organising committees in all areas of club business such as conducting events, promoting participation, goal setting, risk management, promoting pathways, attracting and retaining volunteers etc.

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Clarification of Novice Points Dressage Rule 

Following enquiries, the Australian Dressage Committee wishes to clarify the status of Novice grading points earned prior to January 1st 2017.  2017 EA Dressage Rule 1.16 (g) states:

Points are accrued when the horse or pony gains 61% or above in official competitive competitions from Elementary level and above.

The intention of the rule change is to allow horses to gain confidence without the pressure of acquiring grading points too quickly in the formative stage of their careers.

Horses graded Novice pre 1/1/2017 cannot revert to competing officially at Preliminary, however from 1/1/2017 all newly registered horses and ponies start with a grading of Preliminary/Novice and do not earn upgrading points until competing in Elementary.

Only 3 Weeks to Go until DJWTS

Barastoc website

With 140 dressage entries, a number of quality contenders for the new young eventing horse class and 45 exhibitors confirmed for the trade village, this year’s P.S.I. Dressage & Jumping with the Stars promises to be an exciting show.

Jumping entries are still arriving and word has it that defending champions Yirrkala Stud are returning as well. Tickets to the event can be purchased through GPAC http://gpac.org.au/event/838/dressage-jumping-with-the-stars-2017 or at the gate. A $10 General Admission ticket provides access to all outdoor events and the trade village, but there is a also a limited number of VIP tickets and Pagodas left for those who want to enjoy the indoor events in style.

The Saddleworld Masterclasses are held on Saturday (Jumping) and Sunday (Dressage) in the Indoor Arena. Jumping guest judge and rider John Cottle is returning to Werribee for the first time since 2002. John has a glittering track record, having been selected for four Olympic Games, representing New Zealand at the Los Angeles and Seoul Olympics. Add 6 Horse of the Year and 13 Grand Prix Rider of the Year titles as well as positions of national coach and Chef d’Equipe for NZ teams at many international events, including the 2014 WEG, and you know what a legend John is. Coaching and sharing his knowledge are one of his greatest passions.

Dressage guest star Johannes Westendarp is a well respected young horse specialist. As a rider, trainer and breeder he has produced countless finalists for the German Young Dressage Horse Championships or the World Breeding Dressage Championships for Young Horses and has presented multiple premium stallions and elite mares. Dressage riders from around the world visit his barn to find their next future stars. This will be Johannes first visit to Australia and we are pretty excited to hear his tips and tricks for young horse training.

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First time Aussie visit for the Sunday Saddleworld Dressage Masterclass guest star Johannes Westendorf, young horse specialist.

Returning to WPNEC for the first time since 2001, John Cottle will present the Saddleworld Jumping Masterclass on Saturday.

 
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Mitavite Amateur Owner Rider

February AOR of the Month

We would like to thank Dressage Selections for their support of the first Amateur Owner Rider of the Month. Stay tuned as the winner will be announced on the 7th of March.

We are excited to announce that Horseland will be sponsoring the March competition, donating a generous voucher to the value of $150.

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SHOW HORSE VICTORIA NEWS

Mr Mitchell Fox - Chair 
Bronte Wright - CoOrdinator 

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Feature Event

Barastoc Horse of the Year 2017

What a year to be a Judge, official, competitor or spectator! The quality of horses and riders over three days was simply incredible. Victoria can be very proud and honoured by the team we are taking forward to the Nationals in December.

Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you to all of those who came and supported Barastoc 2017.

Thank you to our sponsors, supporters and judges. A very special thank you to our hard working dedicated volunteers who always give 110% ensuring the events success, without these people we could never produce such a prestigious show.

Mr Mitchell Fox

Video Highlights

Saturday Highlights Barastoc HOTY 2017

Video courtesy of Paul Newport Video Productions

 
View all Results on Barastoc Website
 

BREAKING NEWS

 The Equestrian Victoria Show Horse Committee will be hosting complimentary clinics on the following dates 

  • Sunday 25th June 2017  
  • Sunday 16th July 2017
  •  Sunday 20th August 2017

More information to follow. For any questions please email brontewright@equestrianvictoria.com.au

 

JUMPING VICTORIA NEWS

Paul Williams - Chair
Nina Lewis - CoOrdinator

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Squad Nominations

Nominations for Hygain Junior and Young Rider Jumping State and Development Squads and the Squadettes close 20 March. Don't miss out!

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Squadette Info

Jumping Judges List

Our Jumping Judges list has been updated for 2017.

Download the latest list below:

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May Clinics

We are hosting a regional Course Design and Judging Clinic at Sale Showgrounds on the Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May 2017.

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Victorian Horse of the Year 2017. 

Silvo ridden by Brook Dobbin taking a strong lead of 10 points in front of Carrado MVNZ also ridden by Brook Dobbin in the title for the Victorian Horse of the Year 2017. With only 2 events to go - Port Phillip Summer Show on 4th & 5th March and Western District SJ Championships on the 11th - 13th March nothing is ever certain until the finish! 

EVENTING VICTORIA NEWS

Janet Houghton - Chair
Lynne Brown - Coordinator 

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Pakenham Horse Trials

The season kicked off in fine style with Pakenham Horse Trials on February 11th & 12th . This year they ran a lower level 65cm which was a great success. The results can be found here https://eventsecretary.com.au/live/#/

1* Registration Requirements

A reminder for all 1* horses that have never been FEI registered you will now need a National Passport to compete in a CIC or CCI event. It takes time so do it early. Ring the EA National Office for more information 02 87627777. (this is a requirement for Tonimbuk in 1*). Also any horse doing its first 3* CIC or CCI will need a passport. Please get them done because we are too busy to be chasing riders who should know better.

Saddleworld MI3DE

We have a busy season coming up culminating with Saddleworld Melbourne International 3 Day Event in June.

We are still looking for sponsors for cross country jumps for this event. If you have any ideas or suggestions to help us secure jump sponsors we would love to hear from you. It is a great opportunity for companies to get exposure through social media and the general public and at only $1500 per jump which includes 2 x VIP tickets, (free entry and wined and dined in the cross country Marquee at the main water), on cross country day.

 

INTERSCHOOL VICTORIA NEWS

Lisa Hocking

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2017 Peter Horobin Saddlery Interschool Equestrian State Championships 

Entries are done, stables and camping are booked and now the countdown begins with just over 5 weeks until State Champs. 

Magictails | Silver Sponsor

We are very fortunate to have the team from Magictails on board as a silver sponsor this year. Not only are Magictails donating some of their amazing product packs for championship prizes but they will also have their products available at the Magictails Wash Bays from Sunday 9th April - Wednesday 12th April. 

Our lucky riders will be able to use the Magictails wash bays and sample the products free of charge to have their horses and ponies looking fabulous for competition. If you have not already used the Magictails products you are in for a real treat. Head over to the Magictails Facebook page and like it in support of this fabulous sponsor. 

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Head over to the Magictails Facebook page and like it in support of this fabulous sponsor. 

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Upcoming Major Events

2017 WINI EQUINE AMATEUR SHOW

SUNDAY 19 MARCH 2017

WERRIBEE PARK NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

Following the great success of the Amateur Show of 2016, the EV Show Horse Sub-Committee will conduct this show again on Sunday 19 March, on the beautiful turf of Werribee Park's multi-purpose arena and will be sponsored by Wini Equine, producers of our popular major events merchandise.

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EQUESTRIAN VICTORIA
MASTERS GAMES

28 - 30 APRIL 2017

WERRIBEE PARK NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

 
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Education and Admin

Show Horse Judges Seminar

This year’s Show Horse Judges Seminar will be held on the 4 June 2017. Topics this year will include:

  • EV Scoring System
  •  Judges selection process
  • Workouts
  • Identifying lameness

More information to follow. Please email brontewright@equestrianvictoria.com.au for any queries.

Course Design and Judging Clinic

Jumping Victoria are hosting a regional Course Design and Judging Clinic at Sale Showgrounds on the Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May 2017.

Further Information

Young Rider Dressage Squad and Development Program Training Weekend

11 – 12 March @ Werribee Park NEC.
 
Educators include:

  • Olympian Mary Hanna
  • Leading rider and coach Brett Parbery
  • Veterinary sessions with vet Dr Emma Stellar-Hall
  • Motivational speaker Katherine Stewart
  • Personal trainer Natalia Evertsz
Further Info and Application Form

Dressage Judges Education Panel

If you are a Victorian dressage judge, then make sure you keep up with all the latest by following the Dressage Judges Education Panel on Facebook.

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