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Equestrian WA

August 25, 2022

MOSSENSONS COMMITS TO EQUESTRIAN SPORT IN WA

Equestrian WA is delighted to announce Mossensons Lawyers as a major sponsor and supporter of equestrian sport in Western Australia.

Mossensons are a full-service boutique law firm, who assist their clients in all areas of business and private law, including commercial documents and disputes, family law, wills and estates and land settlements. The company also provide support and services on a range of animal law issues.

The agreement will see Mossensons recognised as a Gold Sponsor of equestrian sport in WA and the Exclusive Legal Partner of Equestrian WA.

Among the benefits of the partnership, Equestrian WA’s 2500 + members will be able to access a 15% reduction on legal fees with Mossensons.

Equestrian WA CEO Zac Acott says the equestrian community in WA will benefit tremendously from Mossensons’ support.

“Not only will Equestrian WA members be able to utilise the 15% reduction on legal fees with Mossensons, but they will also have opportunities to attend legal forums conducted by Mossensons as well as receive updates on legal cases surrounding animal law,” Mr Acott said.

“Mossensons’ support will enable our members to access quality legal advice, representation, services and ongoing support in legal matters arising from areas including training and breeding, making provisions for horses in wills or care issues arising from an owner’s incapacity through illness or injury, equine business advice, equine facility agreements, agistments, liability claims, purchase and sale contracts, and risk management.”

Mossensons’ principal, Ian Mossenson says the company are delighted to be supporting the equestrian community in WA.

“Mossensons are incredibly passionate about the safety and welfare of horses and all animals. We are committed to bringing about real and lasting change for animals through the law,” Mr Mossenson said.

“We are thrilled to be able to provide the equestrian community in WA with advice and legal services on a broad range of animal issues. We look forward to engaging Equestrian WA’s members and enabling them to better understand the complexities surrounding animal law.”

Equestrian WA members wishing to access the services of Mossensons can contact visit their website or contact (08) 9325 4988 to speak to someone directly. Be sure to mention your EWA membership when making enquiries so that the reduction can be applied to your matter.

Pictured Above: Mossensons Lawyers' Jordan Ingleton with Equestrian WA CEO Zac Acott


AN OPPORTUNITY TO SHAPE AND INFLUENCE THE FUTURE OF EQUESTRIAN SPORT IN WA

Equestrian WA is looking for a full-time Sport Development Manager. This is an extraordinary opportunity to help shape and influence the future of equestrian sport in WA.

This varied and diverse position encompasses operational delivery of the Interschool State Championships, Off-The Track Program (OTT) and coordination of the EWA High Performance Pathway.

Visit the Equestrian WA website for further information on the position and details of the application process.


FOOT-AND-MOUTH DISEASE AND LUMPY SKIN DISEASE UPDATE

Many of you within our community are from rural or semi-rural backgrounds and likely have linkages to the livestock industry in some way, whether its running a farm or having a neighbour with a pet sheep!

Given the current community concern about the risk of Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease to the livestock industry, the below documents courtesy of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) provide updates on the current situation and general information surrounding and response and preparedness:

DPIRD STAKEHOLDER UPDATE

DPIRD SITUATION UPDATE

FOOT-AND-MOUTH DISEASE FACT SHEET




MEASURE UP!

Saturday 27 August & Sunday 28 August

Gosnells Masters


Saturday 3 September

State Dressage Championships

 


For all your Dressage News please visit their Website!

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Please be advised of the following that are now available on the EA website:

• EOI’s are now open to host Major Australian Dressage Championships information & application form can be located on the EA website - HERE



HORSE OF THE YEAR PROGRAM AND WORKOUTS NOW AVAILABLE

The EWA Show Horse and Endeavon Products Horse & Rider of the Year program and workouts are now available on the Equestrian WA website

This year’s event will feature classes for Off the Track Thoroughbred sponsored by OTTWA, classes for Purebred Arabian, Arabian Derivative and Arabian Performance Index sponsored by the Western Australian Arabian Horse Association and Ridden Shetland.

Horses do not need to be registered with EWA to compete in the Arabian classes but the rider must be either a competitor, participant or adult riding member of EWA to compete and horses must be registered in their relevant registry with the Arabian Horse Society of Australia to compete.

Horses do not need to be registered with EWA if they are only competing in the OTT class, however the owner must be an EWA competitor member and the horse must be registered when competing at the Australasian Show Horse & Rider Championships.

Riders must hold a minimum of Adult Rider membership of EWA to compete in the OTT class at the State Horse and Rider of the Year. Race name and OTT Passport Number of the horse must be included with the entry. Click here for more information with regard to obtaining an OTT Passport Number. 

Horse of the Year Program

Lead Rein

First Ridden

Rider under 12 years, 12, 13 & 14 years

Rider 15, 16 & 17 years, 18 years up to inc 25 years and over 26 years

 

SHOW HORSE LEADERBOARD UPDATED

Follow the progress of the EWA Show Horse Leaderboard on the Show Horse WA webpage. The leaderboard now includes results from Riverside and the Winter Gala.

The remaining leaderboard dates for the year are below:

HOY: Friday 9 September - Sunday 11 September
WAAHA: Saturday 8 October
Albany Horsemans: Sunday 9 October
Perth Horse & Pony Club: Sunday 16 October

 

WHISKERS POLICY

A horse’s sensory hairs may not be clipped and/or shaven or otherwise modified in any way under penalty of elimination from the event.

Individual sensory hairs may be removed by a veterinarian to prevent pain or discomfort for the horse. Areas of hair that must be clipped, shaven or removed to allow veterinary treatment are exempt from this rule.

A phase in period of six months is being introduced to ensure horses are competing with sensory hairs. From 1 July 2022, horses found competing with clipped/shaven/otherwise modified sensory hairs will be issued a recorded warning.

Visit the Equestrian Australia website to access the general regulations.


RIDERS MANUAL UPDATED

The Showjumping Riders' Manual has been updated as of July 2022. Please visit the Jumping WA webpage to access the manual and familiarise yourself with it. 


FOLLOW OUR STARS IN THE UPDATED LEADERBOARDS!

The Masters Series Leaderboard and Newcomers Leaderboard have both been updated on the Equestrian WA website - making it easier to follow the progress of our stars in the Eventing world. Make sure to check them out. 


 

 


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GET INVOLVED IN PRCD'S EA CARRIAGE DRIVING CLINIC

Peel Regional Carriage Drivers are delighted to announce their EA Clinic with Jessica Meredith on Saturday 3 September and Sunday 4 September.

(Please note that this is a new date. The original date was listed as Saturday 10 September and Sunday 11 September)

The cost to participate in the clinic is $60 per lesson and a venue will be confirmed shortly. 

Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge as the past Equestrian Australia (EA) Chairperson for Carriage Driving, with extensive experience in driving and the rules and regulations required within EA. PRCD are offering lessons with Jessica to enhance your driving and EA rules awareness.

There will be a limited number of driving lessons therefore to secure your lesson/s payment must be made on application.

Non-PRCD members who are EA members may apply to drive, pending on entry numbers and only with committee approval.

For more information and to register contact PRCD Secretary, Vicki Lee via prcdsecretary@gmail.com


ARCA - UPCOMING EVENTS  

SUNDAY 28 AUGUST

Wanneroo AEC - Dressage Event

CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION

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For more information on these events and the Adult Riding Clubs Association of WA - visit their website and follow them on Facebook.






REGISTER FOR THE NORTHAM AGRICULTURAL SHOW!

The annual Northam Agricultural Society Annual Show takes place on Saturday 10 September.

There are a number of events open to EWA members, so CLICK HERE for the program and get involved!








WA ARABIAN HORSE ASSOCIATION FUTURE EVENTS

Saturday 8 October 2022

Official Show Horse and Leaderboard Qualifier

Perth Polo Fields, Guildford


Saturday 8 October 2022

WA Arabian Horse Association Inc Ridden Horse of the Year

Perth Polo Fields, Guildford


Sunday 9 October 2022

WA Arabian Horse Association Inc Breeders Showcase

Perth Polo Fields, Guildford


Saturday 5 November - Sunday 6 November 2022

WA Arabian Horse Association Inc All Arabian Show

Perth Polo Fields, Guildford

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Enquiries for all of the above events can be forwarded to committee@waaha.com.au

For more information on the WA Arabian Horse Association visit their website.


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


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