22/03/18
NEW RULES & IDENTIFICATION FOR EA REGISTERED STALLIONS

From 1 July it will be compulsory for stallions at EA sanctioned events to wear an EA-branded leather bridle numbers so they can be clearly identified. MORE

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22/03/18
EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA AWARDS - VOTE NOW

Voting for the Equestrian Australia Awards is now open. This year EA has undergone a format change where voting is opened to all EA members via an online voting portal. There are some very deserving West Australian members up for nomination so make sure you show your support. MORE

EWA wishes to note that Niamh Tester - nominated for Young Athlete of the Year - was inadvertently omitted from the list of WA nominees in last week's communications.

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22/01/18
DEMO HORSE WANTED

EWA are seeking a horse with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers to be used for a gastroscopy demonstration at an educational seminar with Ascot Vets on the evening of 17 April at the State Equestrian Centre. The horse needs to be quiet and willing to go into a crush and have a gastrointestinal tube inserted. Please email rhiannon.bealey@equestrianwa.org.au if you can help.

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15/03/18
VALE EVE MUIR

EWA would like to extend our condolences to Michael, Harry, Angus and Patrick and family on the passing of Eve. Eve has been an active member of EWA for many years as well as successful breeder of performance horses. Her great compassion, humour, and passion for equestrian sports will be sadly missed.

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15/03/18
MERINDA MARCH RESIGNS FROM BOARD

It is with regret that the Equestrian Western Australia Board has accepted the resignation of Merinda March. Merinda joined the Board in 2016 and her skills in strategic planning and organisational development have been a valuable asset during a time of transition for EWA. The Board thanks her for her involvement and contribution over the past few years.

22/03/18
FINAL REMINDER TO SHOW HORSE & DRESSAGE JUDGES

A final reminder that EA National Judges in Show Horse and Dressage are currently due to submit re-accreditation paperwork. This occurs every three years and for these officials, paperwork must be submitted by 31 March 2018, after which time names of non-complying officials will drop off the Officials Search until this work is complete. MORE

22/03/18
2018 EWA DRESSAGE SQUADS ANNOUNCED

EWA is pleased to announce the EWA La Noir Saddleworld Dressage Squads for 2018. Congratulations to the selected athletes. MORE

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22/03/18
REGIONAL ATHLETE TRAVEL SUBSIDY

Applications for Round 2 of 2017/18 Regional Athlete Subsidies are now open. The subsidy assists regional athletes with out-of-pocket travel and accommodation costs associated with competing at regional, state and national events. MORE

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WORKSHOP
COMPULSORY HIGH PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP

Date/Time: 24 March
Location: State Equestrian Centre
Cost: Free
Registration Form: Download

This forum and workshop is free and compulsory for all EWA La Noir High Performance Athletes. Officials and Coaches of High Performance Athletes are welcome and encouraged to attend. The workshop will include lectures from a sports psychologist and sports nutritionist as well as a strength and fitness session. Registrations to sharon.welsh@equestrianwa.org.au.

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CLINIC
LONE JORGENSEN CLINIC

Date/Time: 20-22 April
Location: State Equestrian Centre
Cost: See Registration Form
Registration Form: Download

EWA La Noir Saddleworld High Performance is excited to present a High Performance clinic with Lone Jorgensen. Lone is a Dual Olympian and Elite dressage coach and regularly works with High Performance riders to success. Lone will also be presenting a Masterclass open to all dressage enthusiasts at 7:00pm on Saturday 21 April at the State Equestrian Centre. EWA would like to thank Anna Latto of Anna Latto Equestrian for hosting Lone for this clinic.

WORKSHOP
PEEL SPORTS FORUM

Date/Time: 23 March, 8:30am-2:00pm
Location: Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club - 115 Breakwater Parade, Mandurah WA
Cost: Free
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WORKSHOP
SPORT & RECREATION CLUB BUSINESS WORKSHOPS

These workshops are free to attend and designed for anyone in a sporting club that assists with operations and who is committed to improving their club.

27 March - How to Run Your Club (Northam)
28 March - Sponsorship & Grant Writing Success (Kalgoorlie)
4 April - Managing Your Club People (Leederville)
18 April - Financial Management (Leederville)
2 May - Marketing & Sponsorship (Leederville)
16 May - Effective Teams (Leederville)

22/03/18
2018 DRESSAGE SQUADS ANNOUNCED

EWA is pleased to announce the EWA La Noir Saddleworld Dressage Squads for 2018. Congratulations to the selected athletes. MORE

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22/03/18
FINAL REMINDER TO SHOW HORSE & DRESSAGE JUDGES

A final reminder that EA National Judges in Show Horse and Dressage are currently due to submit re-accreditation paperwork. This occurs every three years and for these officials, paperwork must be submitted by 31 March 2018, after which time names of non-complying officials will drop off the Officials Search until this work is complete. MORE

22/03/18
NATIONAL EVENTING RULE CHANGES

The EA Board have approved changes to the National Eventing Rules in relation to MER’s (Minimum Eligibility Requirements) and age of horses. These rules will come into effect immediately as they relate to safety and horse welfare within the sport. MORE

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SEMINAR
FRANGIBLE DEVICE & RISK MANAGEMENT

Date/Time: 30 March, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Location: State Equestrian Centre, Classroom on President's Lawn
Cost: $20

This seminar will cover cross country construction for improved risk management and safety, covering the types of obstacles that now require frangible devices, the different types of devices and their correct installation, including a review of cross-country guidelines and rules. Course presenters are Geoff Sinclair 3*/4* Technical Delegate and FEI Risk Management Officer and John Nicholson FEI 3*/4* XC Course Designer.

Open to anyone interested in this area of eventing, including members of Organising Committees, Officials, Riders and Parents. Enquiries to Rebecca Thomas (Eventing WA TD Coordinator) on 0438 372 529 or becthomas@iinet.net.au.

22/03/18
INTERSCHOOL JUNIOR SERIES

The current standings have been updated for the first events of the 2018 Saddles Plus Interschool Junior Series. The horse and rider combinations with the most points overall throughout the year in their discipline and level will be recognised at the EWA Annual Awards Night with a trophy and prizes. Results will also be used to help selectors determine which riders will be invited for the WA Team for the Australian Interschool Championships and the 2019 Rising Stars Program. MORE

22/03/18
TRAVEL FUNDING POLICY UPDATED

The 2018 EWA Jumping Officials Travel Funding Policy is now available here. Athletes selected for a State Team, Course Designers/Officials traveling for accreditation purposes and State Team Managers/Chef d'Equipe/Coaches may be eligible to apply for up to $500 in funding.

22/03/18
FINAL REMINDER TO SHOW HORSE & DRESSAGE JUDGES

A final reminder that EA National Judges in Show Horse and Dressage are currently due to submit re-accreditation paperwork. This occurs every three years and for these officials, paperwork must be submitted by 31 March 2018, after which time names of non-complying officials will drop off the Officials Search until this work is complete. MORE

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15/03/18
RIDERS REP APPOINTED

The EWA Show Horse Committee are pleased to announce the appointment of Kat Salvaris as our new Rider's Representative. We welcome her contribution and are certain that she will be a great asset to EWA Show Horse in representing our competitors. Welcome Kat! We thank all applicants who applied for this role.

EWA gratefully acknowledges the support of the Department of Sport and LotteryWest.