Here is all the news from May for EA’s Equestrazine community newsletter. Read news, updates, features and stories from the equestrian community.

NEWS HUB

MEMBERS NEWS

Member updates from the CEO, High Performance, Health & Safety & more.

CEO Update: May 2023

I hope this message finds you all in good health and high spirits as we wrap up the month of May. As we continue to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of equestrian sports, I am pleased to share with you the latest updates and developments from Equestrian Australia.

Over the past month, our organisation has remained steadfast in its commitment to promoting and advancing the sport of equestrianism across the country. In this CEO Update, we will delve into some of the key initiatives, events, and achievements that have shaped our activities throughout May.

Celebrating our Change Makers – National Volunteer Week

As part of National Volunteer Week we wish to acknowledge and celebrate all our amazing volunteers that help make this sport possible.

We called from nominations from the community to recognise some of the incredible people in our sport and the positive change they have provided for Equestrian.

International Wrap from Equestrian Life

The Virtus Global Games team got their ticket to France, Aussie eventers are vying for an Olympic slot in Ireland, and the Australian flag flies high in the German dressage arena; it’s all happening overseas this month. Back home, the Olympic and Paralympic selectors have been named.

Read all the latest in Equestrian Life by Heath Ryan

Calling for Interschool Committee Nominations

The Equestrian Australia Board has formed a new sub-committee to support the promotion and development of Interschools within Australia with a focus on horse welfare, child safety and junior participation growth.

There are five (5) positions which will be drawn for either a two (2) or three (3) year term commencing 1 July 2023.

Closing Monday 5 June

HEALTH & SAFETY

Athlete and Horse Welfare

Latest updates to support health and safety of the equestrian community.

Save the date & Register

You are invited to Join Us! National Health, Safety and Welfare Online Conference 2023.

Listen and learn from world renowned guest speakers leading the way in future proofing Equestrian Sport. The conference will run over THREE sessions.

Reminder Horse Temperatures

FEI Vet Regulations for FEI events require you to take the horse’s temperature in the 3 days prior to an FEI event and during.

All information in relation to the Horse Health Requirements is available on the dedicated Horse Health Requirements hub on the FEI website and you can read our checklist here. 

HIGH PERFORMANCE

Olympic and Paralympic National Selectors Appointed for 2023

Equestrian Australia is pleased to confirm the National Selectors appointed for the Olympic and Paralympic disciplines for 2023/2024.

The National Selectors were appointed by the EA Board following a thorough consultation process, with EA’s High-Performance Leadership team, the Para-Equestrian Panel, the EA National Discipline Committees for the Olympic & Paralympic Disciplines, (Dressage, Eventing, Jumping and Para-Dressage) and the HP Committee.

Australia’s Toft Endurance Dynasty

Most riders dream of competing at the highest levels of the sport. The best consistently compete at the highest levels. For Penny, her husband Peter, and their daughter Alexandra, representing their country in international Endurance competitions is a way of life.

All three members of the Toft family have represented Australia at the highest level of the FEI World Equestrian Games and FEI Endurance World Championships, and their Toft Endurance continues to breed, train, and compete Endurance horses at the highest levels.

COACHING 

Coaching Accreditation

May Coach of the Month – Fiona Heysen, SA

Congraulations to our May Coach of the Month from South Australia, EA Level 2 Coach, Coach Educator and B Level National Judge, Fiona Heysen.

As well as being a skilled artist, she has ridden to Grand Prix level. 

Fiona’s exceptional expertise, unwavering dedication, and outstanding contributions to the equestrian community make her a truly deserving recipient of this recognition.

OFFICIALS

Congratulations to our newly Appointed Officials

April Official Appointments

Kevin Hare, VIC – EA Jumping Course Designer – Level 2 Jumping

Bronson Boers, NSW – EA Dressage Steward – Level 1 Dressage

Steven Lancaster, WA – FEI Dressage Steward – Level 1 Dressage

Jacinta Withoud, WA – EA Eventing Technical Delegate – Level 2 Eventing

Natalie Ciappara, VIC – EA Dressage Judge – G Level Dressage

Hayley Somerset, QLD – EA Jumping Judge – Level 3 Jumping

Jane Kibble, NSW – FEI Jumping Judge – Level 1 Jumping

Kenneth Jennsen, QLD – FEI Jumping Judge – Level 1 Jumping

Reminder – Submit your Working with Children Check ASAP

All officials must carry a WWCC or equivalent by 1 July 2023.

For instructions how to apply for FREE, click on the below link.

Then send a copy of WWWC/Blue card to officials@equestrian.org.au

Listen to the Coaching & Officiating Podcast

The ASC chat with some of Australia’s leading sport coaches, athletes, and officials.

Shop – Officials Merchandise

Visit the Equestrian Australia Coach and Official Store for our range of quality merchandise for Coaches and Officials. Proudly identify yourself with your qualification on a range of polo shirts, long sleeved business shirts, padded vests, padded jackets, caps and satchels all with the Equestrian Australia logo and the word Coach or Official.

EVENT CALENDAR

You can check out the 2023 Event Calendar via our website. Events are added or updated regularly.

This calendar only lists national and international events. If you want to promote a state-based event, please contact your State Branch.  If your Nat/In. event is not listed in this calendar yet, please send an email to newsletter@equestrian.org.au

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