Equestrian Victoria News for May 2017

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EQUESTRIAN VICTORIA NEWS 

May 2017 Issue

Ingrid Green EV Chair

FROM THE CHAIR

This month it’s all systems go with the Saddleworld MI3DE only a few weeks away. Always a star event on the calendar, this year it is particularly so as we celebrate the 60th anniversary.  MI3DE is also hosting the 2017 Oceania Championships. Victoria is well represented on the team, highlighting the strength of Eventing in this state

More information can be found further into this newsletter, but I encourage all members to be a part of what promises to be a spectacular event showcasing some of the best Eventing talent (both horse and rider) this country has to offer.  Tickets can be purchased here: http://bit.ly/M3DETickets.

May has also seen the commencement of our new CEO, Fiona Baxter.  Though still in her very early days, Fiona is already having a positive effect and we eagerly look forward to the future with Fiona at the helm.

Being an equestrian is not all boots and jodhs! On the 22nd July, we have the chance to ‘glam-up’ at the 2017 Equestrian Victoria Awards Night and Young Ambassador Awards to be held once again at the Moonee Valley Racing Club.

Nominations for all awards are open and forms can be downloaded here: http://bit.ly/2017Awards_1 and tickets for the event are on sale here: https://www.trybooking.com/281278. The Awards are a fantastic celebratory event, so don’t miss out.

I hope you enjoy reading the rest of this newsletter and take the opportunity to note and update your calendar with one of the many events and education sessions across the various disciplines. 

Fiona will introduce each edition of the Newsletter from next month so until then ...

Safe riding to all.
Ingrid Green | Equestrian Victoria Chair

The Equestrian Victoria (EV) board met on Thursday 18 May for a strategic planning session to determine the potential future direction for the organisation

Read the Announcement
 

Upcoming Major Events

Eventing enthusiasts are in for a treat this year at the Saddleworld Melbourne 3 Day Event.

To help celebrate the 60th running of this prestigious competition we have introduced the Dorian Club, (named after the winner of the 1957 event), where riders & owners and past winners can go to watch the competition in a prime position alongside the VIP marquee. The facilities include a large marquee on the sand arena for dressage & show jumping days and a marquee adjacent to the VIPs at the main water on cross country day. Heaters will be on and drinks & food are at bar prices. Members of the public can also join the club for a small fee. If you are interested in joining you can buy tickets online and select the DORIAN CLUB option. 

The VIP marquee is also available for the ultimate experience, a prime position and all food & drinks included.

We are encouraging the public to pre purchase their entry tickets, especially on cross country day, which allows them to be scanned through quickly at the gate. 

We are looking forward to welcoming the two New Zealand teams to make it a truly international competition ... bring on the Oceania Championship!

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2017 EV ANNUAL AWARDS
MOONEE VALLEY RACING CLUB 
SATURDAY 22 JULY

AWARDS
Come celebrate and congratulate all winners at the luxurious Moonee Valley Racing Club & Function Centre with its private bar and outdoor balcony overlooking the racecourse.

YOUNG AMBASSADOR
The Young Ambassador Training day will be held on 1 July at WPNEC.  Finalists will be notified 2 weeks prior to the training day as to whether they are successful. 

 

Applications close Friday, June 2 at 5pm.

VOTE and MORE INFORMATION
PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE NOW
 

Feature Event

2017 EQUESTRIAN VICTORIA MASTERS GAMES

There were smiles everywhere at this year's Equestrian Victoria Masters Games held on the 28th, 29th and 30th April at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre.

Read the FULL Wrap-Up
 

EVENTING VICTORIA NEWS

Janet Houghton - Chair
Lynne Brown - Coordinator 

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Will Enzinger & Britannica MVNZ winners of the 3* at Ballarat

Ballarat Horse Trials

Ballarat Horse Trials proved to be a very successful weekend for riders having a hit out before the Saddleworld Melbourne 3 Day Event. This very active Committee ensures that the event gets better each year, supported by huge entries at all levels and some lovely autumn weather.

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2017 Oceania Championships

EA has announced the final teams for the 2017 Oceania Championships being held in conjunction with the Saddleworld MI3DE from June 9 -12.

See who made the team

Andrew Cooper in top form at Sydney

Victorian based rider Andrew Cooper is a young eventing star on the rise and he’s been shining brightly at the Sydney International Horse Trials.

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JUMPING VICTORIA NEWS

Paul Williams - Chair
Nina Lewis - CoOrdinator

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Brook Dobbin and Silvo

Equestrian Victoria Jumping Horse of the Year - Silvo

With the EV Awards night scheduled for 22 July 2017, Silvo is set to take 'Equestrian Victoria Jumping Horse of the Year'!

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Jumping Course Designers and Judges Clinic

Conducted by Anne Garner and Alf Parsons.  

Participants can attend either one or two days. Venue Sale Showgrounds.

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DRESSAGE VICTORIA NEWS

Michael Bragge - Chair
Rebecca Willis - CoOrdinator 

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Dressage Festival | 7-10 December 2017

Aachen Challenge winner for 2016, Steph Spencer.

British Dressage Legend and International judge at the DF Fundraiser.

Put this one in your diaries NOW! British dressage legend and Olympic judge Stephen Clarke will be sharing his knowledge and expertise at this year’s DF Fundraiser.

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The highlight of the Victorian Dressage Year, the DF hosts the Victorian State Dressage Championships and the intensely competitive Aachen Challenge for our U25s as well as our feature event, the Grand Prix CDI-W.

This year, we will also be hosting a special awards night on Saturday (prior to the GP Freestyle) to present the Dressage Victoria Performance Medals. To qualify for either a Gold, Silver or Bronze medal, you will need to submit your 3 best official scores for the year. Qualification details will be available shortly on the DV website.

You're Wanted ...

We are looking for a special person to help co-ordinate our volunteers for this year’s Dressage Festival in December.

If you think you might be able to help or know someone who can, please contact:
Rebecca Willis, Dressage Coordinator dressage@equestrianvictoria.com.au Phone: 03 9013 0707 (EX: 400)

Measuring Day

Equestrian Victoria is offering Measuring on Saturday 27 May at Werribee Park NEC from 11am.

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SAVE THE DATE

17th September

Leif Tornblad FEI 5* Judge and uber-coach (Denmark)
will be in Australia.

Details not yet confirmed but will be published on EV website and Dressage Vic Facebook Events as soon as they are available.

Put this one in your diaries!

 

Mitavite Amateur Owner Rider

 

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April AOR of the Month

Photo: Gone Riding Media

We're excited to announce the April Amateur Owner Rider of the Month Felicity Siddle with her horse Jaybee Catalyst. Felicity competed at Elementary level and accumulated a huge amount of points over the month of April.

Thank you to Hi Form for providing Felicity with your generous voucher. Visit Hi Form website .

AOR SPONSOR FOR MAY IS...

The Tack Box Saddleworld are the May AO Rider of the Month Sponsor, and they’re kindly donating a $150 voucher. 

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Victorian Young Rider Dressage Squads and Development Program

April Training Day

Sophie Taylor

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The 2016-2017 year came to an end with our April training weekend. Many people were calling this the “best Squad ever”.

Keeping fit!

 

SHOW HORSE VICTORIA NEWS

Mr Mitchell Fox - Chair 
Bronte Wright - CoOrdinator 

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Australasian Show Horse and Rider Championships

Judges have been announced for the 2017 Australasian Show Horse and Rider Championships.

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June SHV Complimentary Winter Clinic

We have two fantastic coaches for the first in the series of 3 Show Horse Victoria Winter Clinics.

More Info and Booking

Show Horse Victoria Judges Seminar

Topics to be covered include: lameness and conformation, workouts, the EV scoring system, judges' selection process plus a trip down memory lane.

Schedule and Booking

Barastoc 2018 Dates announced

Dates for Barastoc Horse of the Year 2018 have been confirmed for February 9, 10 and 11.

More information will be available soon. 

 

INTERSCHOOL VICTORIA NEWS

Lisa Hocking

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Peter Horobin Saddlery Victorian Equestrian Interschool Championships

To the amazing sponsors of the 2017 Peter Horobin Saddlery Victorian Interschool State Championships, the Committee, the 476 riders and their families and supporters wish to say thank you. 

Georgie Batten riding Irish Reign on her way to being named the 120cm showjumping champion. Picture: Derek O’Leary.

WHEN the mud settled after the running of the Victorian interschools championships at Werribee Park, it was possibly the organisers, rather than the 460 riders, who deserved the medals.

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Admin Matters

Policy Reminder

Member Protection is a very important part of the Federation’s activities. The ability for us all to compete, officiate and enjoy our sport requires a clear awareness of the responsibility we have to ourselves, our fellow members and others around us. No matter what your role, all Members are reminded to familiarise themselves with the EA Member Protection policy.

Read the Member Protection Policy
 

National News & Education

EA Stewards Clinic

Chris Wallis will be conducting an annual EA Stewards Clinic at Werribee Park NEC on the 17th and 18th June 2017. 

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Equestrian Australia Pathway Administrator

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Coaching Renewals open June 6th 2017

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