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Official News from Equestrian Victoria

From the CEO

As the cold weather sets in, we hope you and your horses are ​staying rugged up and cosy. ☃️

In this issue, we dive into the Melbourne International 3 Day ​Event (MI3DE), Eventing’s marquee event known for its ​international reputation for excellence.

I’d like to take this opportunity to remind all members of the ​upcoming Equestrian Victoria Awards, and the importance of ​nominations. The EV Awards feature two streams: one ​celebrating the excellence of rider and horse, and the other ​recognising those whose dedication and hard work behind the ​scenes enable these competitions to take place.

Don’t miss the chance to support the tireless volunteers, ​coaches, clubs and officials who make these events possible. ​This is their time to receive the recognition they deserve, and ​it’s your opportunity to show your gratitude for all they do.

Nominate someone today!

https://evarena.org.au/awards2024/

Event Director Opportunity for the 2025 PSI Dressage and ​Jumping with the Stars

Expressions of interest for the position of Event Director for the ​2025 PSI Dressage and Jumping with the Stars (DJWTS) are ​open until 12th July.

As Australia’s premier Young Horse event, PSI DJWTS has grown ​year after year, earning a reputation for not only top-tier ​competition but also an unbeatable atmosphere. It’s a must-​attend event for enthusiasts of all equestrian disciplines.

From Eventing and Performance Pony to World Cup Jumping ​and Dressage, PSI DJWTS is looking for a visionary leader to ​elevate the event to new heights. If you have the passion and ​expertise to make a mark on this prestigious event, we want to ​hear from you!

For more details, visit:

https://bit.ly/EOI-DJWTS-2025

To apply, please email your submission to: ​amyslayter@equestrianvictoria.com.au for consideration

A MESSAGE TO ALL MEMBERS FROM ​THE CHAIR OF EQUESTRIAN VICTORIA

On behalf of the Equestrian Victoria Board I would like to ​advise that Amy Slayter will be leaving her role as CEO EV on ​the 23rd August 2024.

Amy has made an enormous contribution to Equestrian ​Victoria in her 2 years with the organisation and taken the ​lead on implementing significant process improvement ​initiatives for members and leading Equestrian Victoria ​through our ‘post COVID’ recovery alongside stepping in to ​the Event Director role for our major EV events with great ​success.

With Amy's departure we are delighted to announce the ​appointment of an interim CEO to support Equestrian ​Victoria in Derek O’Leary.

Derek will be known to many across the equestrian ​community and with many years of sports administration ​and leadership in CEO and corporate roles, Derek brings ​great perspective and experience to support Equestrian ​Victoria and will start on the 15th of July.

We will be commencing our formal CEO recruitment process ​in September 2024 as we work together to develop a ​sustainable operating model that supports our members, ​volunteers and disciplines and takes Equestrian Victoria in to ​a leading future.

Please join me in thanking Amy for her fantastic contribution ​to Equestrian Victoria and welcoming Derek O’Leary in to the ​interim CEO role.

Kate Wallis

Equestrian Victoria Chair

2025 DJWTS EVENT DIRECTOR AND ​ORGANISING COMMITTEE EOI

Equestrian Victoria is still on the look out for an Event Director ​and Organising Committee to run next year’s Dressage and ​Jumping with the Stars on behalf of EV.

This major equestrian event will be hosted at Werribee Park ​National Equestrian Centre from 20 - 23 March 2025.

To find out more, please refer to the document in the link ​below.

All applications are to be submitted to Amy Slayter for ​consideration.

INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION AND ​DEVELOPMENT FUND

Applications for the Equestrian Victoria International ​Competition Development Fund (ICDF) are now open! The ​ICDF is dedicated to elevating the sport to an international ​level. Funded by a contribution from each competition ​membership, it supports key initiatives that foster growth and ​excellence within the equestrian community in Victoria.

These funds are allocated to activities and programs ​designed to enhance skill development and provide ​international competition opportunities. By investing in the ​ICDF, members are directly contributing to the future ​success and international presence of equestrian sports in ​Victoria.

We are inviting eligible organisers to apply for funding to ​support the funds’ objectives. Applications will close on 25 ​August 2024.

NEW MEMBERSHIP YEAR NOW OPEN

Welcome to another exciting year with Equestrian Victoria!

The 2024-2025 membership year is now open!

By joining early, you can get a head start on planning your ​competitions, training sessions, and other equestrian ​activities for the coming year. Early membership renewal ​ensures you won’t miss out on any of the fantastic ​opportunities, events and benefits we have lined up. Plus, it ​gives you peace of mind knowing you're all set for a year ​filled with equestrian excellence.

Your membership plays a crucial role in supporting ​equestrian sports in our community. Our fees cover essential ​administrative costs and insurance, ensuring our sport is ​conducted safely and efficiently.

This year we are thrilled to introduce a new Member Value ​Scheme in collaboration with key sponsors, offering ​discounts on a wide range of products and services, ​including horse products, skincare, computing, and ​healthcare. Stay tuned for more details coming soon!

Thank you for being part of Equestrian Victoria. ​Your support and participation make our ​community thrive. Let’s make this year ​unforgettable!

YOUNG AMBASSADOR

JUNE WORKSHOP

Great Race Australia, hosted by the amazing Brett, joined us ​for a fantastic workshop where our Young Ambassador ​finalists were divided into groups for a series of fun activities ​designed to boost their team-building and leadership skills.

The day was filled with fast-​paced puzzles and riddles, ​activities with props, races, ​quizzes, eating challenges, ​and construction challenges. ​It was wonderful to see our ​finalists engaging with ​members from other ​disciplines and making new ​connections.

After a delicious lunch, we were thrilled to welcome Ranvet, ​our eventing sponsor, who provided a valuable presentation ​on equine nutrition. They covered important topics like ​recovery, feed balancing, and addressed questions about ​feed perceptions.

To wrap up the day, our finalists ​enthusiastically assisted the ​Eventing Committee and MI3DE OC ​with preparations for the ​upcoming MI3DE. They rolled up ​their sleeves for some laning, sign ​cleaning, and fence painting!

A big thank you to Brett at Great Race Australia, Ranvet, our ​eventing discipline partner, and Change Skin Care our Program ​Partner, for making this workshop possible.

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL 3 DAY ​EVENT

by Sue McKay, Event Secretary

We thank Equisoul, Click Capture and Derek O’Leary ​for the images in this article

MI3DE2024, held over the long weekend in June, once again ​delivered five days of action-packed eventing highlights. ​Historically we know the weather should be in our favour and ​whilst some days started with a little drizzle, the Werribee ​Park waxed and fibre surfaces provided excellent footing ​whatever the weather and we extend our thanks to WPNEC ​for presenting the surfaces in top condition for our ​competitors.

This year we included several new and revised classes. The ​focus of the competition is the CCI classes which attract ​competitors from across Australia for four days of top-level ​eventing. Thanks to Pryde’s EasiFeed, 4CYTE and Off the Track ​for their continued sponsorship of the CCI classes. This year ​the CCIJ2*L class was extended to become the CCIYJ2*L ​resulting in an excellent entry of young riders and juniors. A ​popular introduction in 2024 was the Off the Track CCN1*L for ​Thoroughbred horses. This new class was very well received ​and will return in 2025.

The IRT Young Eventing Horse classes continue to be very ​well supported and attract some top-quality combinations. ​The aim of these classes is to encourage breeders and ​trainers to produce and present the correct type of young ​horse which is considered to be the best material to develop ​into a top-level three-day event horse. This competition kick ​starts the event with dressage during the day on Thursday ​followed by jumping in the indoor in the evening over a ​combination of show jumps and cross-country jumps.

The dressage phase for ​CCI and CCN ​competitors was held ​Friday and Saturday, ​both full days. The Martin ​Collins main arena ​provided a very special ​backdrop with Trade ​Village along one side, ​grandstand seating and ​VIP marquee on another ​and the international ​flags on the far side ​making a unique setting ​for the CCI competition.

The Werribee Parks precinct provides a beautiful backdrop ​for riders, horses and spectators on cross country day. 2024 ​didn’t disappoint with exciting competition all day and ​thousands of spectators watching the action throughout the ​course. A huge thank you to Parks Victoria for generously ​allowing us to wind our cross-country course through the ​spectacular Mansion Gardens and back through the Rose ​gardens,

delivering a unique ​experience for ​competitors and ​spectators.

Always a highlight ​of this event!

The action continued into the evening in the indoor arena ​with the highly entertaining Stallion Rail One Round Stakes, a ​speed jumping class where competitors dress to a theme ​and ride to their own music. The indoor was packed with ​spectators enjoying a great end to their day.

The show jumping phase on Monday determined the final ​placings for the CCI and CCN competitions. The Martin ​Collins main arena was the perfect setting, and the stands ​were packed with visitors.

In 2024, MI3DE also ​included two ​competitions on ​Friday which ​attracted a lot more ​interest than we had ​anticipated, and the ​excellent entries ​meant some sharp

sharp timetabling to accommodate the numbers. The Hong ​Kong Jockey Club RESTART Rising Stars class and the Pony ​Eventing Challenge, supported by LeVale Connemara Stud, ​completed their dressage phase during the day followed by ​a round of jumping in the indoor on Friday evening. Thanks ​go to the sponsors of these competitions and the organisers ​of each section.

Entertainment on ​Saturday evening in ​the indoor included a ​Working Equitation ​showcase followed by ​the Jock Dumbrell K9 ​Challenge. A chance ​for our canine friends ​to be part of the action ​of MI3DE.

It goes without saying, to run a ​competition and program of ​this scale, an army of people ​was required to work behind ​the scenes to make this event ​happen! On cross country day ​our catering team made just ​on 200 rolls for the lunch packs ​required for volunteers and ​event crew!

To the Committee, Course ​Builders, Officials, Equestrian ​Victoria staff, Werribee Park

National Equestrian Centre and a huge band of volunteers, ​we thank you for your contributions and tireless efforts!

2024 Winners

Congratulations to all winners and we commend the efforts ​of everyone who came from across the country to ​participate. We look forward to seeing you all again in 2025!

PEPPER JACK / Andrew Cooper

MAGIC MUSHROOM TAE / Teegan Ashby

SANDHILLS BRIAR / Oliver Barrett

APH NEW SENSATION / Jess Somerfield

WHF FREQUENCY / Ruby Rae

(Gillian Rolton Best Performed Junior Award)

LORD WIMBORNE / Georgia Spangaro

• 4yo NEVER BEEN BETTER / Andrew Cooper (Champion of ​Champions)
  
• 5yo TULARA STALINA / Megan Joyce
• 6yo HIGHFIELDS CROATIA / Emily Anker
  

NEVER BEEN BETTER / Andrew Cooper

CASINO NIGHTS / Tayla Anderson

Sincere thanks to our Partner Sponsors who support and facilitate ​the success of this event. Our thanks also to the myriad of smaller ​sponsors who contribute to making the competitions rewarding and ​fun for our competitors.

2024 Equestrian Victoria Awards

🎉 We are thrilled to announce the venue for the 2024 ​Equestrian Victoria Awards! 🎉

This year's celebration will take place at the stunning 𝐇𝐲𝐚𝐭𝐭 ​𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞, 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬.

🌿 Surrounded by manicured gardens and walkways, only ​20 minutes from the CBD and steps from

Essendon Fields Airport, it’s the ideal spot for our night of ​celebration and recognition.

Mark your calendars and get ready for an ​unforgettable evening! More details regarding ​ticketing will be announced soon🐴

www.evarena.org.au/awards2024

Member Voted Awards

NOMINATE FOR THE 2024 AWARDS

We’re excited to announce our member-voted categories ​for this year’s Annual Awards Night! This is your chance to ​have a say in recognising the standout achievements within ​our equestrian community. Nominate those who have made ​a significant impact, demonstrated exceptional skill, or ​shown unwavering dedication. The nomination process is ​simple: just visit our website, select a category, and submit ​your nomination by 26 June at 10pm. Your participation ​helps us celebrate the true champions of Equestrian ​Victoria.

Categories

Lifetime Service to Sport

Equestrian Victoria Hall of Fame

Volunteer of the Year

Coach of the Year

Affiliate of the Year

Impact to Sport

Official of the Year

Nominations Close July 5th at 10:00pm

Join The Off The Track Community and claim your horse to be eligible for Off TheTrack sponsored classes.

The OTT Community is your one-stop shop as a retired racehorse owner, someone looking to purchase an off the track thoroughbred, or for fans of Victorian racehorses.

• Claim ownership of your thoroughbred
• Access Off The Track Program sponsored events, competitions and clinics
• Access Racing Victoria’s post-racing programs and network of Acknowledged Retainers
• Register as a thoroughbred’s emergency contact as part of the Full Circle Program
• Explore educational hints and tips to best support your Off The Track thoroughbred
• Enjoy the latest Off The Track news and videos

In addition to the benefits of joining the Off The Track Community, you’re also playing your part in enabling Racing Victoria to improve visibility and better understand the movement of retired racehorses.

For any queries email info@ottcommunity.com.au.

RECENT OTT EVENT RESULTS

melbourne international 3de

CCN1*L - Georgia Spangaro & Lord Wimborne

CCI2*L - Shanae Lowings & Kanmoreu

CCIJY2*L - Ellie Gough & GSH Azugo

CCI3*L - Teegan Ashby & Magic Mushroom TAE

CCI4*L - Andrew Daines & Hat Trick

DRESSAGE

The number of Dressage Competitions on the Calendar ​slows down as the weather gets colder and the Eventers ​gear up for their winter campaign.

The winter competitions give riders a chance to bring their ​young horses out to competitions where it’s usually quieter ​environment, with less pressure.

Since our last newsletter both Elmore and Melba Equestrian ​Clubs have held very successful Competitions as well as ​Boneo Park. Both these Clubs give the country competitors ​a chance to compete without having to travel to the major ​venues. The Boneo Winter Dressage Championships were ​conducted over June 8 & 9 with a great number of entries ​over both days and all three competitions accounted for ​large entry numbers across both Preliminary and Novice ​levels of competition.

REMINDER FOR DRESSAGE COMPETITORS

As the competition season quietens momentarily and it’s ​that time of the year again to get your memberships and ​licences sorted out, we have a few helpful reminders for our ​competitors that will help make this next season a ​seamless one.

Dressage Licences

If you are purchasing a licence for a pony, please make ​sure you purchase a Pony Dressage licence as opposed to ​a Dressage licence. Doing so will ensure that your results ​are listed in the correct database on Nominate.

Membership and Licence Renewal

Please note that if you are planning to compete in July, your ​memberships and dressage licences MUST be renewed ​before competing.

Amateur Owner Riders (AOR)

A reminder to all Amateur Owner Riders to check that you ​are listed as AOR when the draw comes out. This ensures ​that results submitted to the EV office, your points for the ​Leaderboard will be accurately calculated.

We would also like to share the Point System for Victorian ​AOR Leader Board document available on the Equestrian ​Victoria website. In particular, we would like to highlight the ​following two points:

12. It is the rider’s responsibility to check their AOR status ​and, if eligible, to ensure that they are listed on the draw ​and the results. It is most important that the scorer has ​your AOR status as this will ensure that your points are ​correctly recorded for the Leader Board.

15. Provisional monthly scores will be published on the ​Victorian AOR Facebook page as soon as possible after the ​previous month’s events. All queries regarding the monthly ​points should be directed to Equestrian Victoria, ​info@equestrianvictoria.com.au and should be received ​within seven (7) days of publication on Facebook.

HAWKESBURY DRESSAGE FESTIVAL CPEDI

Held at Sydney International Equestrian Centre, the ​Hawkesbury Dressage Festival CPEDI3* in June was the final ​opportunity for para riders to qualify for the 2024 Paris ​Paralympic Games.

The competition saw 27 riders vying for their place on the ​team with many achieving their final qualifying scores. ​Victorian riders dominated the competition, including Stella ​Barton riding Lord Lamarque in the Grade I, Bridget Murphy ​and Penmain Promise in the Grade II and Dianne Barnes on ​Sorena, Zoe Vorenas on Salmour and Claire Graham on ​Furst Olli 3.

There was also opportunity for riders to compete in the ​Virtus Equestrian challenge and CPEDI2*. Young Victorian, ​Darcy Macaulay and Parklands Faltango finished victorious ​on each day of the competition to be named the overall ​Grade IV Champions.

2024 EQUISSAGE NATIONAL AOR ​DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS

By Kathryn O’Halloran, Event Director

The Victorian Amateur Owner Rider Committee in ​conjunction with Equestrian Australia and Equestrian ​Victoria, are thrilled to announce the 2024 Equissage ​National Amateur Owner Rider (AOR) Dressage ​Championships will be held 21/22 September at Boneo Park, ​Vic. This two day spectacular offers Amateur Owner Riders ​the opportunity to compete at their very own National ​Championships and win the coveted title of AOR National ​Champion in their division. We are particularly grateful to ​Equissage for coming on board with us again this year to ​provide the naming rights sponsorship. Equissage have ​been incredible supporters of the Victorian AOR Group for ​the past few years, and we are truly grateful for their ​ongoing commitment.

Classes are available from Prelim to Grand Prix, and ponies ​will be catered for also with individual championships if ​there are a minimum of 6 entered, plus the OTT ​combinations will have their own special awards. ​Champions will receive embroidered rugs and there will be ​many great prizes on offer, plus lots of fun, friendship and ​support.

The Schedule is available now and has been posted on the ​Victorian Amateur Owner Facebook page, and will be ​available shortly on the website (currently under ​construction).

Entries are via Event Secretary www.eventsecretary.com.au ​and open 1st July and close Fri 23rd August, so don’t delay, ​get your entries in and be part of this special fun weekend ​competing against other friends and amateurs. As it’s a ​National Championship, qualifying scores are required:

• Preliminary Level – one performance of 62% or higher
  
• Novice Level – one performance or 62% or higher
  
• Elementary Level – one performance of 60% or higher
  
• Medium Level – one performance of 60% or higher
  
• Advanced Level – one performance of 60% or higher
  
• FEI Small Tour Level - one performance of 58% or higher
  
• FEI Medium Tour Level - one performance of 58% or ​higher
  
• FEI Big Tour Level - one performance of 58% or higher
  

And don’t forget to make sure you qualify as an Amateur ​Owner Rider as per the National Rule 4.6.1). In Summary:

1) You need to be an amateur rider and not derive income ​from, breaking, training, coaching or riding

2) You need to be the registered owner of the horse, or part ​owner (or have a lease agreement in place). Entries will be ​checked for compliance.

3) The horse/pony must be primarily ridden and trained by ​the rider/owner with only periodic ridden assistance by ​person(s) other than the owner. This specifically includes ​the period 4 weeks up to and including the event

We thank all our sponsors as without their support, we could ​not put on such a great competition.

We look forward to seeing you all there.

2024 CDIO-PJYR FUTURE CHAMPIONS IN HAGEN

This June, eight young Australian riders took on the ​challenge of competing at the Future Champions CDI at ​Hof Kasselmann in Hagen.

The riders made up three teams: The Childrens team ​included Zali Mills, Abby Weel and Morgan Cockerell. The ​Junior team were Maddison Vallender, Tia Rose McKenzie ​and Ema Hutchinson. Jessica Dertell and Rosemary ​Heagney making up the Young Riders team.

It was a solid effort from our young Aussies, who not only ​had the enormous task of travelling such a long way, but ​also competing on borrowed horses, which they only had ​about 2 weeks prior to the event to familiarise with.

It was an amazing opportunity and a great learning ​experience and we congratulate all parties involved.

DRESSAGE RESULTS

BONEO PARK WINTER DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS

MELBA EQUESTRIAN CLUB

ELMORE EQUESTRIAN CLUB BARASTOC DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS

UPCOMING EVENTS

6 JUL - WVDC EA OFFICIAL & RESTRICTED DRESSAGE

6 JUL - TATURA DRESSAGE

13 - 14 JUL - YOUNG RIDER SQUADS AND DEVELOPMENT

20 - 21 JUL - AOR TRAINING WEEKEND

Eventing

meet our victorian eventing committee

Sarah May

What is your role on the Victorian ​Eventing Committee?

Social Media, communications ​and website updates.

What do you enjoy most about ​being on the Victorian Eventing ​Committee?

from the Saddle

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL 3DE

By Rebecca Barling

The long weekend in June is a highly anticipated time of the ​year in the eventing community all thanks to the Melbourne ​International Three-Day Event. Once you reach 1* and the ​eyes are set on 2*, the question that always gets tossed ​around is, “So, Melbourne bound”?

To drive through the gates at MI3DE with a horse float/truck in ​tow is an amazing achievement in itself. Everyone’s ​preparation is different and there are many fascinating ​stories of the pathways taken to achieve this qualification.

My lead up to MI3DE was less than ideal. I’m in my final year ​of my Bachelor of Nursing and to top it off, placements, work ​and the odd half marathon made things a little tricky. ​Attempting to get a fat warmblood fit enough to not have a ​code blue called at the end of an 8-minute cross country ​course is always challenging. The season was also not going ​to plan with many little mistakes being made at events, 99.9% ​operator error.

I have Lewis based with Yona and Nina Lloyd at Ballahowe ​Performance, who have been exceptional with their help and ​guidance.

As far as preparation went, we had a show jumping lesson ​once a week, flat three times a week, gallop once a week ​and slow hill work up the Mount Everest of Coghill’s Creek ​for the remaining day. Overall, our event was highly ​successful finishing on a wonderful clear show jumping ​round on a fit, happy and carrot-filled pony on Monday ​afternoon.

a good way to debrief on what ​was either a good or bad day at ​the office with fellow riders.

Overall, the inclusion of the Off ​the Track 1*L was a standout for ​me as it allowed riders to achieve ​that dream of driving through ​those Werribee Park Gates with a ​horse who have found life after ​racing.

The volunteers and organising ​committee absolutely outdid ​themselves and should be very ​proud of their achievements.

Till next year Melbourne, only 11 months to go.

RESULTS

HEWITT AND WHITTY FRIENDS OF WOADY HORSE TRIALS 2024

JUMPING

The jumpers are taking a well deserved break after a busy ​start to 2024! We recently finished off with the very successful ​Jumping Officials Education Weekend at Werribee Park and ​the were delighted to welcome a few new faces.

We are looking forward to a brand new season. July will be a ​month of learning with Training days and Clinics organised ​throughout.

Have a wonderful winter break and see you all again soon!

RESULTS

BONEO JUNE MONTHLY JUMPING

UPCOMING EVENTS

1 - 2 JUL - JUMPING SQUAD

6 - 7 JUL - GAVIN CHESTER CLINIC

13 - 14 JUL - SALE SJC TRAINING DAYS

27 - 28 JUL - BROOK DOBBIN CLINIC

27 - 28 JUL - SCOTTIE BARCLAY CLINIC

SHOW HORSE

COMBINED MEASURING DAY - EV, SHCV AND MELB ​ROYAL

WERRIBEE PARK NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

17 AUGUST 2024

Mark your calendars for ​August 17th, 2024, for our ​upcoming Combined ​Measuring Day with Show ​Horse Council Vic & ​Melbourne Royal at WPNEC!

Whether you're gearing up ​for Melbourne Royal or ​simply seeking official ​measurements, this is an ​event not to be missed!

Book your slot now using the provided booking link to secure ​your preferred time and streamline the process. Spaces are ​limited, so don't delay!

WPNEC (INDOOR 1) | 13 JULY 2024

As this clinic is fully booked, new applications will be ​added to a waitlist. For all enquiries, email ​adriana@equestrianvictoria.com.au.

Limited spaces available (2 riders per 45 minute slot. 16 ​spots available).

One horse per rider. If extra spots open up, we will notify ​those interested in booking a lesson.

Please note

• Attendees must be current Equestrian Victoria members
• Times will be sent to your nominated email address before ​the clinic
• Stables and camping can be booked through Werribee Park ​Equestrian Centre
• Riders under 18 must have a parent accompany them ​during the clinic.
  

JUDGES’ SEMINAR

Due to the upcoming clinic and additional events in July, the ​Judge’s Seminar will potentially be rescheduled. The initial ​date of July 17th is currently pending, with additional updates ​to follow within the next month.

SHOW HORSE NATIONALS

The initial preparations for the upcoming 2025 Show Horse ​Nationals will commence in the middle of July.

DECEMBER SHOW

The Committee has commenced their review of the ​December Show schedule and are expected to revisit this in ​early August/September, with a release date pending for ​October after Melbourne Royal.

SHOW HORSE STATE TEAM

Carly (Team Manager) and Fiona have managed to source ​additional support and sponsorship from Wyndham Crash, ​Dynamo Landscaping, and Southern Cross Feeds for the ​Team.

Preparations are underway for the finalisation of the team ​uniforms and information about the levy packs will be shared ​within the next few weeks.

UPCOMING MEASURING DAYS

7 JUL - Combined Measuring (EA/SHCV), Tatura

17 AUG - Combined Measuring (EA/SHCV/RASV), WPNEC

6 OCT - Tatura

30 NOV - 1 DEC - December Show, WPNEC

INTERSCHOOL

VEIS GRAND FINAL

The past six months have been incredibly busy for Interschool ​riders, culminating in the final selection for Team Vic. ​Congratulations to the team of over 120 riders and 130 horses ​competing across 146 classes in Dressage, Show Jumping, ​Show Horse, Eventing, and Combined Training.

Riders enjoyed beautiful weather at the VEIS Series Show ​Jumping and Dressage Finals. We extend our gratitude to RB ​Sellars, One Eyed Frog, Equine Images, and Derek O’Leary for ​their sponsorship. Special thanks to the Whittlesea and Plenty ​Valley Dressage Club for donating five $100 vouchers for ​senior riders to compete at their protocol days.

The VEIS finals were made possible by our dedicated ​volunteers. Thank you to the families who helped with course ​building, packing up, marshalling, and dressage penciling.

Special recognition goes to Julia Gibson and her team for ​organising Show Jumping, and Mary Anne McPherson, ​Michelle Heagney, and volunteer coordinator Tammy ​Griffiths for overseeing Dressage. Brendan Slade from Event ​Secretary expertly managed the complex leaderboards for ​seven jumping and eleven dressage levels, as well as series ​school team points for riders from 180 schools.

Well done to ​everyone! We hope ​everyone has a lovely ​winter break before ​we gear up again in ​August!

Our 2023-24 Winners

CHAMPION SHOW JUMPING SCHOOL

CHAMPION DRESSAGE SCHOOL

VEIS JUMPING SERIES CHAMPIONS

Harley McNaughton & Glenbrooke Archer Bunkie

Ava Harrington & Nasam Artimore

Sienna Pullar & Valeska

Marly Wright & Maeve Keeva Castiel

Lyla Waite & Prince Napoleon

Penny Mawhinney & Bo Poop

Paige Huntingford & Tooravale Jambo

VEIS DRESSAGE SERIES CHAMPIONS

Lucy Coventry & Quizzical

Sebastian Fong & Avella Fratellino

Olivia Jackson & Woodleigh Rockstar

Bianca Griffiths & Benita PD

Emily Walker & Tempting Fate

Thomas Harrison & WHF Santiago

EVENTING LEADERBOARD CHAMPIONS

The Interschool Eventing Leaderboard wrapped up with the ​Melbourne International 3 Day Event. The results from 119 ​registered Interschool riders were compiled by Lynne Brown ​from October to June. Congratulations to these State ​Champions.

Emma Hercules & Bellahowe Wildside

Charlize Scott & Midnight Hawk

Tayla Anderson & Rimondi D

Thomas Harrison & ESB Golden Malt

Alyssa Taylor & SA Danseur

Special thanks to all the judges and EA disciplines who take ​the time to assist with Interschool and contribute to the ​development of junior riders in Victoria.

UPCOMING DATES

TEAM VIC NATIONAL TRAINING WEEKEND

Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre

Saturday & Sunday, 27 - 28 July

BONEO COMBINED TRAINING & DRESSAGE DAY

Boneo Park - This will run as a Dressage Day with two tests and a ​Combined Training competition.

Sunday, 18 August

CLC INTERSCHOOL DRESSAGE DAY

Kangaroo Ground Pony Club

Saturday, 31 August

BONEO JUMPING ISJ ROUND 3

Boneo Park

Friday, 6 September

EA SNIPPETS

DARREN GOCHER TO LEAVE EQUESTRIAN ​AUSTRALIA AS CEO AFTER THREE YEARS

A message from the Equestrian Australia Board.

Equestrian Australia and our CEO, Darren Gocher, have ​agreed to the transition to a new CEO to lead the ​organisation into the next phase.

Darren informed the EA Board last month, that he would not ​be taking up the option to renew his contract later this year. ​As Equestrian Australia is embarking on the next stage of its ​strategy and in order to ensure a smooth hand-over, Darren ​and EA have agreed to a transition plan and an effective ​date of 1 October 2024.

EA Chair Christie Freeman thanked Darren for his efforts over ​the last three and a half years. “There has been a significant ​amount of progress for the organisation. Darren took the ​reins as EA exited from Voluntary Administration. We are a ​vastly different organisation now, with a lot of positive ​momentum. The EA Board wishes to thank and congratulate ​Darren for his leadership over that period. There is still a lot of

work to do, as we tackle structural reform, recalibrate and ​transform Equestrian Australia over the next few years. We ​will shortly be looking for an exceptional new leader to guide ​the organisation through this next phase and ensure we ​continue to have a thriving and sustainable sport, structured ​for the benefit of our members and the Equestrian ​community.”

EA will be commencing the search for a new ​CEO in the coming months.

PARA-DRESSAGE ATHLETES NAMED MENTAL ​FITNESS PROGRAM AMBASSADORS

The Australian Institue of Sport in partnership with Black Dog ​Institute will be working together again on the Mental Fitness ​Program.

Equestrian Australia has announced that Maddison Cooke ​and Zoe Vorenas will be joining this years program as ​ambassadors.

The program aims to bring current and former elite athletes ​to a large number of high school students across the ​country, to deliver inspiring and powerful talks on ways to ​keep mentally fit through evidence-based research and the ​speakers’ personal experiences.

2024 EA CONCUSSION UPDATE FOR COACHES

Equestrian Australia has adopted the AIS Australian ​Concussion Guidelines for Youth and Community Sport ​effective March 2024.

The latest Concussion Protocol Update for EA Coaches can ​be downloaded HERE.

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TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT FOR CCIO4*S NATIONS ​CUP AACHEN GER

5 Combinations have been selected to represent Australia at ​the upcoming CCIO4*S Nations Cup in Aachen, Germany ​from 5-6 July.

The Eventing team will include Andrew Barnett and ​Go Tosca, Chris Burton and Clever Louis, Andrew Hoy ​and Cadet De Beliard, Kevin McNab and Miss ​Pepperpot with Sophia Hill and Humble Glory ​wrapping up as the Reserve combination.

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FEI SNIPPETS

KATE KYROS TO MAKE HISTORY THIS JULY

From Australia to America and on to Europe, 20-year-old ​Kate Kyros has been making waves in the dressage world this ​past year and is now set to be the first Australian to compete ​at the Aachen invitational event for Young Riders this July.

In the short amount of time, Kate has ascended up the ranks ​and is now in the top 10 in both FEI U25 and Young Riders ​World rankings.

Congratulations to Kate on her remarkable achievements ​and we wish her all the best!

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We acknowledge the important contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make in creating a strong and vibrant society.