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GENERAL
28/03/2019
INVITATION TO ATTEND STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP – EQUESTRIAN SPORTS
Equestrian sports are entering into an exciting phase of development the City of Busselton invite you to come and have your say into the future strategic directions for the sport. Please note that this planning includes all disciplines of equestrian in Busselton, Capel and Margaret River.
Click here for more information
25/03/2019
UPDATED MEASURING DATES
Normal measuring times are 7.00 am to 10.00 am unless stated otherwise. But competitors should always check closer to the date. Country times may vary.
Click here to view the dates
21/03/2019
ANNOUNCEMENT RE EWA JUMPING COMMITTEE & EXTRAORDINARY ELECTION OF JUMPING COMMITTEE
A meeting was held on Monday 18th March with all members of the EWA Jumping committee present, the EWA Chair and CEO also attended this meeting. Some members of the Jumping Committee raised concerns that some jumping members were dissatisfied with how the sport of jumping was being managed. The tenure of committee members was raised, and the CEO clarified that all members of the committee fell within the requirements of the EWA Constitution.
After considerable discussion whereby all members of the committee had an opportunity to speak, it was decided by vote that the best way forward was for all of the current members of the Jumping Committee to stand down and call for an election of a new committee. All members of the committee are welcome to nominate for the forthcoming election.
EWA would like to assure our members that the Jumping committee has not breached any governance obligations or code of conduct or behaviour.
Essential business of the Jumping Committee will be administered by 3 of the previous committee and the CEO of EWA in the interim.
EWA would like to acknowledge the work of each member of the Jumping Committee and recognises the importance of all volunteers on our Sports Committees.
To be eligible to vote for Committees at EWA Annual elections or extraordinary elections the following applies as per EWA Constitution 27.6; “Subject to this Constitution, each Member shall be entitled to vote for each Committee only as nominated by the respective Individual Member at the time of their annual membership renewal.”
Nominations for all elected positions are open from today 21st March, and nominations close 5 pm, 4th April, election 4 pm, 16th May.
Skills ideally required by nominees for the Jumping committee include expertise in Governance, Finance, Communications, Marketing, EWA Officials, coaching and HP programs.
As per the EWA Constitution 31.4, elected members will hold office only until the next Annual Election.
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EXTRAORDINARY ELECTION OF JUMPING WA SPORT COMMITTEE
In accordance with the EWA Constitution, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an extraordinary election will be held for the EWA Jumping Committee at 4pm Thursday 16th May 2019
Jumping WA Committee
• 4 Elected Committee Member positions (2019 – 2019)
• 2 Elected Affiliate Representative Member positions (2019 – 2019)
Completed Committee Nomination Forms must be returned to the EWA Office by 5:00pm Thursday 4th April 2019.
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07/03/2019
GOING AWAY FOR EASTER?
DONATE TO EWA THROUGH YOUR BOOKING!
 For every travel booking you make through Wotif, a percentage of your booking value will go back to Equestrian WA. Remember to enter our member number ASF025150 when prompted on the checkout page. Don't forget to share the link and member code with your friends and family so they can help us out too!
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FREE SEMINAR FOR EWA MEMBERS!
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Regional Athlete Travel Subsidy is now open!
This scheme assists talented regional athletes with out-of-pocket travel and accommodation costs associated with competing at eligible regional, state and national championships or events that fall within the performance pathway controlled by the recognised SSA / NSO.
The round closes on Friday 12 April 2019 for eligible events with start dates from 15 November 2018 to 15 June 2019.
For more information, guidelines, sport-specific pathways and to apply please visit: http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/funding/individuals/athlete-travel-subsidy-scheme
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STATE EQUESTRIAN CENTRE - NEWS
21/03/2019
NO MORE DUST WITH ARENAKLEEN!
 Global Environmental Solutions paid a visit to the SEC to demonstate ArenaKleen on our round yards. ArenaKleen is a dust control product that eliminates the health hazards of dust as it improves the consistency, cushioning, traction and support of the arena footing material. With ArenaKleen dust suppressant, horses, riders and trainers can work safely and comfortably in the arena, stables or anywhere dust is a problem. Come have a try!
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COACHES/OFFICIALS - NEWS
21/03/2019
EWA UPDATE REPORT - MARCH 2019
The Equestrian Western Australia EWA Coaching committee supported by Sharon Welsh in charge of the EWA High Performance and Athlete Development held one of their most successful Updates at the State Equestrian Centre in March, which attracted 46 coaches. It was very encouraging to see the number of lapsed coaches who attended with a view to regaining their accreditation. To maintain their EA coaching accreditation, it is necessary for coaches to fulfil a number of Compulsory and Approved activities, including an Update which is required every three years. In 2018 the achievement of the ASADA Level 1 Anti-Doping certificate was included.
The day started with well-respected and arguably the busiest coach in WA, Nadine Merewether one of only two Level 3 General Coaches in WA. The presentation started in the Lecture room, taking those present through the different Stages of Learning from ‘ Unconscious Incompetence’ to ‘ Unconscious Competence’. The coaching exercise then becomes automatic and the activity can then be carried out with a high level of competence. Coaches then moved to the indoor arena where Nadine had built an interesting pattern of poles, and utilised them in instructing a group in improving their horse’s transitions through their position and forward riding aids.
Dr Warwick Vale BSc BVMS (Hons11) focused on the benefits and disadvantages of different arena surfaces, and how the surfaces can have a big impact on the horse’s movements. Wherever possible train on similar surfaces to the competition. He also said that by far the most important factor for performance and soundness is how the horse is trained. Warwick updated coaches on some new research which is being done on how the quality of the rider can influence equine soundness. Warwick also emphasized the importance of horse and rider fitness in preventing unsoundness and injury as well as increasing longevity.
Athlete Pathway Specialist Tracy Vardy from Equestrian Australia, updated those present with RideaHorse.com.au, is a new platform for all riders. There are riding options available for almost everyone, for those wanting to try for the first time, through to those wanting to develop their skills for elite competition or for future work within the equine community. The program includes those who may have a disability, and has a partnership with Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia Limited.
Tracy also talked about the very successful junior program ‘Ready Set Trot’, ‘Ready Set Vault’ and the open program ‘Trot-Canter-Gallop’
The final session covered insurance and was given by Will McArthur from EA’s insurer Gow Gates based in Sydney. This session is mandatory in all coaching Updates, so coaches remain aware of their responsibilities and are informed of any changes in their cover. Some of the topics covered Personal Accidents, Public Products Liability and Professional Indemnity and included cover for coaches travelling to and from EA Affiliated and insured club activities, reasonable reimbursement for costs incurred for equestrian related clothing which may be lost or damaged as a result of an accident.
A lengthy discussion took place on Waivers, and covered the insurance implications of who should sign and when they should be signed, also included was when cover is available to coaches whilst coaching an individual or a group and whether the venue is an EA accredited ground. The EA program does not extend to coaches businesses.
The interest shown by coaches was sustained throughout the Update. We are very fortunate to have many passionate coaches who are committed to improving the standard of riders in WA.
Diane Bennit – Chair EWA Coaching Committee 2019
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INTERSCHOOLS - NEWS
27/03/2019
2019 SADDLES PLUS INTERSCHOOL EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL & COMBINED TRAINING CHAMPIONSHIP
Entries for the Saddles Plus Interschool Equestrian Festival and Combined Training Championship have Closed and we are excited to confirm we have received 545 individual class entries from approximately 180 riders representing more than 50 schools from around WA. Riders – now is the time to check:
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Have you booked your stable?
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Has your school submitted your team manager form?
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Is your membership up to date?
The provisional draw and helper duty registration will be available in approximately two weeks.
The 2019 Interschool WA merchandise will be available for purchase online soon. There will be limited merchandise available for purchase during the event but purchases must be completed online for pick up during the event. Merchandise pick up will be available in the Trade Village between 10:00 am – 2:00 pm each day of the competition.
26/03/2019
RISING STARS NEWSLETTER
20/03/2019
RISING STARS DEVELOPMENT SQUAD 2019
Congratulations on being selected onto the EWA Rising Stars Youth Development Program!
You have been recognised as a talented young rider coming from Olympic Equestrian Sports: Eventing, Dressage and Jumping, actively engaged in Interschool and Open Equestrian Competition and with the potential to achieve National success.
22/02/2019
2019 SADDLES PLUS INTERSCHOOL EVENTING CHAMPIONSHIP
17/01/2019
SADDLES PLUS INTERSCHOOL JUNIOR LEADERBOARD SERIES 2019 REQUIREMENTS
Click here to view.
13/12/2018
2019 AUSTRALIAN INTERSCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Applications will open from 20th April – 27th May 2019. Applications close 31 May 2019.
Click here for more details.
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EVENTING - NEWS
28/03/2019
SAM LYLE 2-DAY EVENTING HP EVENTING CLINIC 18th & 19th MAY 2019
 Sam Lyle is coming to Perth for 2 days, coaching our HP Eventing squad riders! And is a Level 3 EA Eventing coach.
Sam coaches up to 30 clinics per year, and has always had a natural eye for coaching jumping. His coaching method is simple and consistent. He quickly picks up on small details that can improve combinations and always try to deliver the information in a clear and achievable way.
Sam coached the Australian Eventing Team at the 2017 Oceania Championships and is one of 6 coaches selected into the "Gen Next" Eventing Coach program.
More details on Nominate soon.
20/03/2019
EA EVENTING COMMITTEE MEETING - UPDATE
The EA Eventing Committee met on Tuesday 19th February 2019. Please find an update, outlining a summary of proceedings for your information.
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EVENTING - UPCOMING EVENTS
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DRESSAGE - NEWS
26/02/2019
DWA DJTF JUDGE EDUCATION NEWS
SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
Susie Hoevenaars FEI 5* JE presents D Medium – C Advanced Seminar
13th April SEC 8.30am.
DWA and DJTF are delighted to be hosting Susie Hoevenaars in WA.
Susie will be presenting a series of activities including
the judges seminar which is open to riders coaches supporters and judges.
Susie will be outlining the requirements of Medium level, the introduction of flying changes and half pass.
What do we expect to see from the horse? How will this work progress to Advanced level which is the last of our EA National Levels
before moving onto FEI. This will be helpful to coaches as well as riders and judges.
Susie will explain the test movements and show the progression in training from one level to the next.
This will be an opportunity not to be missed.
Tea coffee provided café open for lunch orders or BYO. D/C Judges no charge others $35
Please pre-register for admin purposes. Payment can be made on Nominate.
More info elaine_greene@westnet.com.au & hanniebyrne@gmail.com
Introduction to EA Dressage G level Judging Workshop Pollyann Huntington JE.
Thursday evening 18th April 2019 6.30pm – 9pm SEC
Why not come along and find out how to become a judge?
We will include Judging Eventing Dressage as well as Dressage for EA Pony Club, Interschools, ARC.
We will outline any differences to the rules.
Your sport needs you please join us to support our riders clubs etc.
All welcome. Cost $10 Tea coffee provided.
More info Elaine Greene elaine_greene@westnet.com.au
UPGRADING JUDGES EOI
We are preparing for our 2019 exams. Thank you to those of you who have already been in contact and are well on the way to completing your pre-requisites, see EA Dressage Rule Book and the EA Website for application forms. Please confirm you are planning to upgrade this year at the SDC in September. Written Papers will be set June/July. Sample questions are available on the EA National website Judge Education resources. Let the DJTF help you prepare for your upgrade. More information hanniebyrne@gmail.com & wendybarker.ebtc@gmail.com
26/02/2019
Riders, a reminder to get your entry in for the first qualifying event of the Pryde’s Easifeed Freestyle Series!
https://www.nominate.com.au/EquestDn/Event.aspx?event=13972&eventlist=2
April 12 Indoors SEC - 6.00pm
DWA Development Series - Friday FEI & Freestyles Sundowner
Are you and your horse on the training path according to the Dressage Training Scale?
Join one of Australia’s most experienced Young Horse & FEI 5* Judges Susie Hoevenaars
For a demonstration of correct training featuring West Australian Young Horses
Susie recently co-presented the Young Horse Seminar at PSI Dressage & Jumping with the Stars in VIC
We are pleased to welcome Susie to WA to work with some of our up and coming Combinations
This training principles demonstration will benefit all combinations of any age/level.
Come along for a night of education & entertainment
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FEI Competitions
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Freestyle Competitions all Levels
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Para-Equestrian Competitions
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Young Horse Demonstration with FEI 5* Judge Susie Hoevenaars
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*Surprise Pas de Deux*
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Bar open!
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DRESSAGE - UPCOMING EVENTS
Swan River Dressage
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6-7 April 2019 - Dressage with Decorum Series 1
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8-9 June 2019 - Dressage with Decorum Series 2
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7-8 September 2019 - Dressage with Decorum Series 3
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26-27 October 2019 - Spring Gala - 2 days of official classes - Dressage with Decorum Series Final
Dressage Association of WA
Training Days for 2019
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April 14. Prep B, 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A and other tests on request
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June 9. Prep B, 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B, 5B and other tests on request
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Sept 15. Prep B, 1C, 2C, 3C, 4C, 5C and other tests on request
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JUMPING - NEWS
28/03/2019
SWAN RIVER SHOWJUMPING
Correct Jumping Dates for 2019
Everyone, please note that the following event dates are correct and were recently updated on the EWA Calendar:
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23 June Taminga Jump Club
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29 & 30 June Swan River Showjumping
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28 & 28 July Swan River Showjumping
SRSJC's 2019 Fixtures
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9 & 10 MARCH
Jumping & Polo in the Meadow (Kings Meadow Polo Grounds, Guildford)
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25 & 26 MAY
SRSJC Autumn Jumping Carnival (Outdoors @ Brookleigh)
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29 & 30 JUNE
SRSJC Winter Jumping Festival & Young Horse Championship (Brookleigh Indoors)
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27 & 28 JULY
SRSJC Jump Club Weekend (Outdoors @ Brookleigh)
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7 & 8 September
Annual SRSJC Championships (Outdoors & Brookleigh)
As always, please visit our website (www.swanrivershowjumping.com) and Facebook pages for news and updates. Enquiries, please email us at swanrivershowjumpingclub@hotmail.com or text Nanette, 0417 902 734.
Look forward to seeing you at our two-day Autumn Jumping Carnival, 25 & 26 May!
25/03/2019
FEI LEVEL 3 COURSE DESIGNER - JUMPING
Congratulations Kevin Tully on being promoted to a FEI Level 3 Course Designer as of 1st April 2019!
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JUMPING - UPCOMING EVENTS
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SHOW HORSE - NEWS
21/03/2019
EWA AUTUMN PAGEANT
5th May 2019
Program available on Cavaletti and now live on Nominate
Classes for:
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Open Show Horse & Hunter
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Lead Rein
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First Ridden
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Shetland Classes
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Adult Riding Classes
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Owner/Rider Classes
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OTT Classes
10/03/2019
QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS FOR 2019 HORSE OF THE YEAR
"Placings in First Ridden classes will not count as a qualifying event as this is not an event held at the National competition"
To qualify for the 2019 EWA Horse of the Year Show, a horse/pony must gain a placing (1st, 2nd or 3rd) in any official show horse class (excluding rider classes) at three (3) separate EWA affiliated events (excluding EWA HOY). These must be judged by a current EA Accredited Show Horse Judge .
The horse’s owner and rider must all be current financial members of EWA and horses must have held either a 2018 or a current 2019 EWA Show Horse Competition License at time of qualifying. E.g for performances from 2018 HOY close of entries to count, competitors must have had a 2018 Competition Licence. For performances gained in 2019 to count competitors must have a current 2019 Competition Licence at the time of qualifying.
All results should be recorded on the Competition License with the name of the presiding judge shown and submitted with entry to HOTY.
For example – 3rd place lead line pony at Perth H&PC show, 2nd place child’s small pony hack class Riverside Riding Club show, 3rd place open small pony hack class Serpentine H&PC show will make the pony eligible for 2019 Horse of the Year. Placings in First Ridden classes will not count as a qualifying event as this is not an event held at the National competition.
Ineligible events:
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Perth Royal Show
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Show Horse Council WA Classic
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Show Horse Council WA Western Stars
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Show Horse Council Horse of the Year
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Gosnells Masters
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Any other events not run under EA National Show Horse Rules.
QUALIFYING PERIOD FOR 2019 HORSE OF THE YEAR
IS FROM CLOSE OF ENTRIES 2018 (8th August 2018) until the close of entries 2019 (7th August 2019)
HEIGHT CERTIFICATES
Horses and ponies must hold a current EWA Height Certificate on the day of competition.
ALL LEAD REIN HANDLERS MUST BE A CURRENT EWA FINANCIAL MEMBER AT THE TIME OF COMPETITION. THEY MAY BE EITHER PARTICIPANT OR COMPETITOR MEMBER.
HANDLER MUST BE 18 YEARS AND OVER.
RIDERS AGE IS OF 1st JANUARY IN YEAR OF NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS. ADDITIONALLY, RIDERS TURNING 5 YEARS ARE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE THE DAY THEY TURN 5 YEARS OLD. The age of 5 commences from the child's birthday. The Under 8 age limit is taken as per the child's age as at 1st January in the calendar year that the competition is being held.
Judging at HOY is conducted under the EA Preferential Judging System. Please refer to the EA National Showhorse rules for further details.
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SHOW HORSE - UPCOMING EVENTS
10 March 2019
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VAULTING - NEWS
20/03/2019
EAVC AGENDA ITEMS
Please see link below for proposed rule changes as submitted by the EAVC, to be effective 1 July 2019. The EAVC are requesting any feedback from State Committees on the proposed changes to be forwarded to karen.myers@equestrian.org.au Friday 5 April 2019.
Click here for proposed changes
12/03/2019
EAVC - VAULTING RULE CHANGES UPDATE
Click here to view the full document
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ADULT RIDERS - NEWS
27/03/2019
The first ARCA Representatives Meeting will be held on Monday 8th April at 7 pm at the State Equestrian Centre It would be appreciated if all Reps could bring a small plate to share We need to ensure that all clubs are represented at this meeting, so please make an effort to attend on behalf of your members! For more information please contact arcawa@hotmail.com
21/03/2019
Did you know that the Adult Riding Clubs Association of WA (ARCA) has a Facebook page? And a website? Both of these are great ways to stay connected with all that is happening in WA for adult riders (and it is a LOT!). Our website has recently had a major facelift thanks to our committee member Kerri Edwards. Why not check out her hard work? www.arcawa.org
Our Facebook page has reached almost 900 likes, but we really want to be able to share all the awesome events for adult riders in WA with 1000 people. Our committee has decided to offer something special in order to help this happen... When the ARCA Facebook page reaches 1000 likes we will release the program for the Autumn Challenge ! So get liking, sharing, commenting and tagging to help us reach 1000 likes as soon as possible. You can find the ARCA WA Facebook page here
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ADULT RIDERS - UPCOMING EVENTS
ARCA Challenges
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ARCA Autumn Challenge 26th May hosted by Avon Valley ARC (Northam)
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ARCA Winter Challenge 21st July hosted by Wanneroo AECI
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ARCA Spring Challenge 13th October 2019 hosted by Orange Grove ARC
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Bunbury Agricultural Society Inc
presents
Bunbury Show 2019
13th & 14th April
Hay Park Bunbury
It's Bunbury Show Time ! ! Get on down with some of the best horses in the state competing across 8 disciplines, over 2 days, with over 300 horses in action on the stunning grass surface of Hay Park Bunbury.
Equestrian Schedule
Saturday
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Bunbury Show Jumping Classic including the Ultra Modern Patios Bunbury Show Jumping Classic Cup - 8am to 4pm - Rugby Oval - North
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Breed Show (In Hand) - 8am - 2pm - Main Arena - West
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Working Heavy Horses - 8.30am - 1pm - Main Arena - East
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Light Carriage Horses including Donkey Harness - 9am - 1pm - Main Arena - South
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Mounted Games - Mounted Games Assoc of WA - 8.30am - 4pm - Rugby Oval - South
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Bunbury Vaulting Challenge - Horsepower Australia - 10am - 5pm - Vaulting Arena - East
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10th Light Horse Demonstrations - Tenth Light Horse Bunbury Troop - 10am - 3pm - Exhibition Arena
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Edgar Morgan Memorial Jumping Six Bar - 11am - Exhibition Arena
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Vaulting Demonstration - Horsepower Australia - 2/3pm - Exhibition Arena
Sunday
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Bunbury Show Jumping Classic continues - 8am - 4pm - Rugby Oval - North
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Bunbury Show Horse Challenge (Official & Unofficial) - 8am - 2pm - Main Arena
For links to all Programs and Entries and Info please go to the 'Equestrian Events' event on the Bunbury Show Facebook page
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EWA gratefully acknowledges the support of the Department of Sport and LotteryWest.
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