Dear Members, I hope the past month has been a great one for you, both in and out of the saddle.
We are pleased to welcome Michelle Clough to the EA Sport Operations Team as our Coach Development Officer. Michelle brings over 20 years experience in sports development, having worked extensively in equestrian pathways and programs in the UK.
In High Performance, we wish Mary Hanna (Dressage) and Ginger Kennett (Vaulting) the very best as they represent Australia at the FEI World Cup Finals in Basel, Switzerland. Their dedication and talent continue to inspire us all, and we look forward to cheering them on as they compete on the world stage.
As we transition into the cooler months, it is the perfect time to embrace all that our sport has to offer and whether you are competing, training, or simply spending time with your horses, we hope you enjoy the season ahead.
Sam Jones – CEO
FEI Registrations: Reminder
As we are well underway with the new year of competition, please ensure that your FEI registrations have been renewed and that all your horse documents are up to date.
DRESSAGE
Wishing Mary Hanna all the best for World Cup Final
Mary Hanna and Ivanhoe are heading off to the FEI Dressage World Cup Final to be held in Basel, Switzerland from
2-6 April 2025.
DRIVING
Spotlight on Multi-Discipline Clubs
Jimboomba Equine Carriage Club (JECC) is affiliated with Equestrian Australia and now located in Crestmead in QLD and is primarily a club for drivers of all ages and abilities with horses and ponies of all sizes and breeds.
EVENTING
Thank you Geoff Sinclair
Geoff Sinclair has recently stepped down after seven years as Chair of the FEI Risk Management Steering Group. Under his leadership, the group made significant progress in enhancing rider safety and reducing horse falls, particularly serious and rotational falls, during cross country events.
JUMPING
Billy Raymont takes out 2024/25 Australian World Cup League
The 2024/25 FEI Jumping World Cup Australian League is now complete and we congratulate Billy Raymont on taking out the series and with his primary World Cup horse, Caprino, taking out the Golden Grand.
VAULTING
Wishing Ginger Kennett the best for World Cup
After a great year of competition in 2024, Australian Vaulter Ginger Kennett is now over in Europe preparing for the Vaulting World Cup in Basel, Switzerland from 2 – 6 April 2025
PARA DRESSAGE
Para Dressage National Squad Camp
In February Equestrian Australia’s national para dressage squad kicked off the Los Angeles 2028 four-year cycle with an off-horse camp in Melbourne.
COACHING
Coach of the Month
Brett Cantle
Congratulations to Queensland Coach Brett Cantle who has been named Equestrian Australia Coach of the Month for February 2025. Click below to read a lovely article about Brett, his history in the sport and his philosophy to coaching.
Coach Development Officer Michelle Clough
We are delighted to welcome Michelle to the EA Sports Operations Team. Michelle has recently relocated from the UK where she has had over 20 years’ experience in sports development, specialising in equestrian pathways and programs.
OFFICIALS
CES Assessment Reminder
A reminder to all FEI Officials that to officiate at events taking place after 31 March 2025, Officials must have passed the CES Assessment.
FEI Veterinary Courses
FEI Veterinary Courses hosted by Equestrian Australia were held in Sydney from 5 – 9 March, at Darling Harbour in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.
Congratulations to the following members on their Official appointments:
Georgia Byriell (NSW) – EA Jumping Steward – Level 2
Patricia Bennett (NSW) – EA Show Horse Judge – National
Judith Roughley (NSW) – EA Dressage Judge – G Level
Racheal Spring (QLD) – EA Show Horse Judge – State
Janene Clark (SA) – EA Dressage Judge – Mentor
Tamsin Adcock (SA) – EA Dressage Judge – Mentor
Madonna Bell (QLD) – EA Para Dressage Steward – Level 2
Kerri-Lee Ryder (QLD) – EA Para Dressage Steward – Level 2
Scott Cusick (WA) – EA Jumping Course Designer – Level 1
Leon Carroll (WA) – EA Jumping Course Designer – Level 1
Sophie Parkes (WA) – EA Jumping Judge – Level 2
Imogen Thew (NSW) – EA Show Horse Judge – Provisional
Kimberley Fowler (WA) – EA Vaulting Steward – Level 1
Ruth Reeves (NSW) – EA Vaulting Steward – Level 2
Duncan Terry (VIC) – EA Dressage Steward – Level 2
Nicholas Ballard (QLD) – EA Eventing Technical Delegate – Level 1
Stephen Cook (TAS) – EA Measurer
Penelope Dodd (WA) – EA Dressage Steward – Level 2
Rebecca Fedrick (QLD) – EA Measurer
