Horse report september 2014

MONTHLY ONLINE EXTRA EDITION 17

SEPTEMBER 2014

In This Issue * Queensland dressage Festival * Stud and Breeding Feature * Transport Feature

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Olympic champion, Charlotte Dujardin will be a special guest at this year’s EQUITANA Melbourne.

Dressage superstar heads to Melbourne One of the superstars of the dressage world will be a special guest of EQUITANA Melbourne this year.

Charlotte Dujardin is the golden girl of equestrian sports at just 28 - unbeatable and taking the world one championship at a time, including two gold medals at the 2012 Olympic Games.

Together with Carl Hester and Roly Luard’s Dutch bred gelding Valegro, they have danced their way into the record books, beating Dutch champion Edward Gal’s world record with an astounding 93.975%. Such scores virtually unheard of in dressage, as they verge on ultimate perfection as a partnership.

For the first time, Ms Dujardin will come Downunder exclusively for EQUITANA Melbourne.

Over four days, she will reunite with her former trainer, Judy Harvey , an accomplished international Grand Prix rider in her own right, selector for the UK Equestrian Team, and BBC commentator for the Olympic Games to present educational sessions and masterclasses both as a coach and a rider.

She will also judge the inaugural show horse Equestrienne Turnout and Ms Harvey will be on the panel for the popular The Way Of The Horse Challenge, a

unique horse-starting challenge that showcases three of Australia’s leading trainers as they take an unhandled horse and make it a rideable equine companion over the EQUITANA event.

“I am thrilled to be taking part in Equitana this year alongside Judy Harvey,” Charlotte said.

“The event has risen to such recognition over the years and I’m privileged to join a long line of top dressage riders that have presented in the past and to be amongst our Australian supporters.”

Charlotte Dujardin’s current coach Carl Hester, was also on the Gold medal winning British Team at London and was a star presenter at EQUITANA Sydney in 2012.

EQUITANA Melbourne’s event director Rod Lockwood was thrilled to have had the opportunity to secure the pair.

“It’s no mean feat trying to keep presenters fresh and current, and it becomes increasingly difficult to scout talent that we have not brought out before,” he said.

EQUITANA Melbourne will take place from November 20-23 at the Melbourne Showgrounds, tickets are now on sale.

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Diet is crucial to growth of healthy foals Foals are born after a gestation period of approximately 11 months.

Birth takes place quickly, consistent with the status of a horse as a prey animal, and more often at night than during the day.

Foals are born with an ability to quickly escape from predators; normally a foal will stand up and nurse within the first hour after it is born, can trot and canter within hours, and most can gallop by the next day.

A newborn foal's legs are almost as long (90%) as those of an adult horse.

Healthy foals grow quickly and can put on up to three pounds or over a kilo a day.

A sound diet improves growth and leads to a healthier adult animal, although genetics also plays a part.

In the first weeks of life, the foal gets everything it needs from the mare's milk. Like a human infant, it receives nourishment and antibodies from the colostrum in milk that is produced within the first few hours or days following parturition.

The mare needs additional water to help her produce milk for the foal and may benefit from supplementary nutrition.

A foal will nurse for at least four months before being weaned when under human management and have been known to nurse for up to a year in the wild A foal may start to eat solids from 10 days of age, after eight to 10 weeks it will need more nutrition than the mare's milk can supply; supplementary feeding is required by then.

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Nutrition an diet are essential to the well-being of both foal and mare in the early stages following birth.

or feed an improperly balanced diet. This can trigger one of several possible growth disorders that can cause lifelong soundness problems.

On the other hand, insufficient nutrition to mare or foal can cause stunted growth and other health problems for the foal as it gets older.

It is typical for foals under human management to be weaned between four and six months of age, though under natural conditions, they may nurse for longer, occasionally until the following year when the mare foals again.

A foal that has been weaned but is less than one year old is called a weanling.

Mare's milk is not a significant source of nutrients for the foal after about four months, though it does no harm to a healthy

mare for a foal to nurse a month or two longer and may be of some psychological benefit to the foal.

A mare that is both nursing and pregnant will have increased nutritional demands made upon her in the last months of pregnancy.

Weanlings are not capable of reproduction.

Puberty occurs in most horses during their yearling year. Therefore, some young horses are capable of reproduction prior to full physical maturity, though it is not common.

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Dealing and caring for premature foals

By DAVID LOVELL BVSc Redlands Veterinary Clinic Mares are starting to foal and fortunately the majority of owners wake up one morning and are presented with a normal healthy foal.

The creator missed out a little when the horse was made and their reproductive system was left a little less than perfect.

The mare can be difficult to get in foal in the first place but unfortunately, she is also quite prone to miscarriage and premature foals.

By this time of the year there has already been a wave of actual abortions which is a common occurrence at about the seven month stage of pregnancy associated with an internal change in the hormonal control of pregnancy and at this stage, there is no hope of survival of the foetus.

As the pregnancy progresses and the mare approaches term, another critical period in the gestation develops as the foal’s needs becomes much more demanding and not infrequently the mare is unable to sustain a

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Mares can be difficult to get in foal but the majority of owners wake up to a healthy mare and foal.

normal healthy foetus and premature foaling can become a problem The first concept to understand is that the gestation period of a mare can be quite variable.

The normal range is 320 – 360 days and so sometimes a foal can be born up to three weeks earlier than the generally accepted average period of 340 days and still be perfectly normal.

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It is in this last six to eight weeks of pregnancy that premature foals are a possibility and often these foals are alive but premature and it is often possible to save many of these.

Treatment and management of these early foals needs to be very intensive and aggressive and of necessity, can become extremely expensive.

The foal is susceptible to many

complications and owners intending to attempt to salvage one of these foals need to have a long and frank discussion with their veterinarian before commencing. Nonetheless, it can be very rewarding to be involved in the treatment of such an individual.

At this stage, I wanted to discuss more the situation of what an owner should consider if their mare begins to develop signs that may signal the possibility of an early foaling.

Most commonly this includes the relatively early development of a large udder and possibly the presence of a vaginal discharge or streaming of milk from the udder.

Such signs are extremely serious and the owner should immediately seek veterinary advice.

The first, and in times gone by, most common cause was the presence of twins.

With modern scanning and pregnancy testing methods, this is a lot less common but is still the first thing that should be considered. Â continued page 13

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Dealing with stillbirths and premature foaling care is required, and this is from page 11 another story.

The next most common cause is A little later in the year, the placental insufficiency. opposite problem is commonly This simply means that the encountered where the mare is mares/foal support system via considered to be going well over the uterus and placenta is just term. not functional enough to sustain In these cases, I advise the the extreme demands of the owner that as long as the mare is rapidly developing foal in the within three weeks of the last three months of pregnancy. expected date that they should This is much more common in not worry too much as this can horses that are older or have had be normal. several previous foals, but it The most important determinamay occur as a result of some tion in these cases is that the problem with any previous mare is actually pregnant and so pregnancy such as retained plaan examination is usually necescenta or post foaling infections. sary. Each year we see a number The uterus develops some fibroof mares with an enormous sis and scarring and so is not “grass belly” that actually are efficient enough to support a not pregnant and the frustrated subsequent pregnancy to term owners are waiting in vain.

The third common cause is some A lot of owners put pressure on form of actual infection in the the veterinarian to induce the uterus. mare to foal when they are overThis can, in some cases, have Mares can be difficult to get in foal are are quite prone to stillbirths due. I usually counsel them to been present the whole pregnanor weak or premature foals wait and not interfere as unforcy from mating, but more fretunately artificially inducing the quently it is a result of vaginal mare to foal can lead to many foal in the first place and so the ment of the foal, the vet may contamination resulting from complications and so I prefer to drugs may only be prolonging scan the mare’s abdomen to look poor conformation and faecal allow nature to take it’s course. the inevitable. for a foetal heart beat. soiling as the weight of the pregIf the mare actually goes over There are no “blanket answers” Blood tests may be done to look nant uterus slowly pulls the 365 days, it is very likely that the and it is essential that each case for signs of inflammation and anus further forward and service dates are incorrect and is properly evaluated. Obviously infection and hormone assays increases the angle or slope of careful scrutiny of the records if the foal is born prematurely, can be very useful to establish the vagina. should be made. immediate and urgent intensive the viability of the pregnancy Pre-emptive treatment in mares and give some idea of prognosis whose perineal conformation for survival of the foal. may suggest a predisposition to If there is vaginal discharge, this this would be to perform a relamay be cultured to attempt to tively simple, but highly effecdetermine the bacteria causing tive operation known as the infection.

“Caslick’s Procedure”.

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Horses need to eat frequently for both their physical and mental health. As the horses stomach is small and empties within an hour, they need to constantly be foraging.

Constant chewing causes sodium bicarbonate to be naturally released in the horse’s salivia, therefor reducing the risk of stomach ulcers by countering the HCL in the horse’s stomack.

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Learn DPI requirements prior to entering NSW Horses can carry cattle ticks and therefor require treatments and permits to enter NSW. There are cattle tick infested zones in Western Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland.

NSW has no cattle tick infested zones so the movement of horses into NSW from all areas of WA, NT and Qld is controlled to ensure the areas remains cattle tick free.

Movement into NSW from cattle tick infested zones is subject to very strict controls, usually including treatment at the border.

Horses entering NSW from tick infested zones in Qld can be treated at the Kirra Spray Yards (Pacific Highway) or Mt Lindesay (Mt Lindsay Highway) provided 24 hours notice is given.

Certain horses entering NSW from the tick infested zone of Queensland for racing events (thoroughbred and harness racing), and returning immediately, are classified as low risk and may not require treatment.

However, these horses will require documentation to allow these movements.

For information about inspection and treatment requirements for horses entering NSW from tick infested zones contact the Kirra treatment site on (07) 5536 4714, or the NSW Cattle Tick Program on (02) 6626 1201.

Moving horses within NSW Horses moving within NSW by vehicle must be accompanied by a completed Transported Stock Statement (TSS).

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The following horse movements are exempt from the requirement for a Transported Stock Statement: • horses being transported to or from any agricultural show, exhibition, gymkhana, pony club meeting or similar function, • racehorses or harness racing horses being transported from one place to another, • horses being transported to or from any place for use as working horses, • horses being transported to and from a place for veterinary treatment.

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Australian Rodeo Queen 2013, Danielle Quinsee (centre front row) joins rodeo quest entrants at the Calgary Stampede during her tour of Canada and the US.

Rodeo queen quests entrants converge on the Gold Coast The Australian Rodeo Queen Quest entrants will converge on the Gold Coast in early September for a week of activities before facing the judges.

The entrants will take in some of the Coast’s better know attractions before the serious part of the competition and the grand announcement on September 13.

The gala night will be held at the Outriggers Hotel and Resort in Surfers Paradise on Saturday, September 13.

Entrants have travelled from Victoria, the Northern Territory, NSW and Queensland vying for the most prestigious title of ‘Rodeo Queen of Australia’.

The lucky winner will then go to the Calgary Stampede in Canada, the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Wyoming as well as seeing the sights of LA and Dallas/Fort Worth in Texas.

The Australian Rodeo Queen Quest representatives have been visiting as VIP guests to both the Calgary Stampede and Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo for the past 23 years promoting Australia and Australian rodeo.

The Rodeo Queen of Australia participates in street parades with more than 30,000 spectators along with participating in charity lunches, dinners and talk radio shows while visiting Canada and the US. The crowning night of the quest is one not to miss and the ticket covers entry to the finals, starting at 6.30pm, a extensive banquet meal including starters and dessert and entertainment, all for just $69 per person.

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The quest provides rural young women with a fantastic opportunity to not only promote the sport but also serve as a confidence booster .

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Licensed Senior 4 Star Instructor Senior Horse Development Specialist EVENTS CALENDAR 2014

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Trainers feature

Working with a horse ‘online’

By KEN FAULKNER Study Centre for Australian Natural Horsemanship As everything we do with our horse on the ground is going to be transferred to when we ride, having a horse understand the feel of the halter and lead and knowing how to follow that feel softly is essential.

How many times do we hear the saying “my horse has a hard mouth”? I t’s a fair bet that same horse will be hard and resistant when we work with him on the ground. In fact it’s probably not the horse’s mouth that’s hard, but his attitude.

So if we work online and achieve softness through the halter and lead on the ground we will have gone a long way towards softening our horse in all other areas.

When teaching a horse to lead, the quickness of our release is the most important ingredient.

We can stand in front of our horse slightly off to one side and take up the feel of the lead rope. If the horse resists we need to hold the feel but not pull as this will only cause more resistance.

Hold the feel until the horse gives (which may only be an inch or so), and then release immediately. Timing is critical here as not releasing quickly enough means the horse won’t get the immediate reward for doing the right thing.

Ask for a little more each time until your horse understands to move forward to get release on the lead. Standing slightly off to one side rather than directly in front of your horse will make this task a little easier for your horse to learn.

Once your horse learns to follow the feel of the lead you can ask him to move around you in circles, between you and objects or over jumps. The possibilities are endless, only limited by your imagination.

You can use the lead and the principles of feel and timing to work with other parts of your horse.

For example with an unhandled horse, you might choose to pick up your horses feet by making a loop at the end of the lead and placing it around your horses fetlock. Then you can lift the horses leg using the lead.

You can check the softness of your horse and your level of communication by standing in front of your horse off to the side a little about four feet down the lead, and ask your horse to move just one front leg laterally.

Try this until you can ask for a whole circle with the hind-legs relatively still and the front legs stepping around and crossing over laterally.

When we ride we’ll want our horse to be able to move away from the pressure of our legs and hands, so in this exercise we’ll teach our horse to yield from pressure in various part of his body to prepare for when we we’re on his back.

To yield your horses forequarters, stand beside your horse with your bellybutton facing towards the horse’s eye. Rub your horse before you start.

Stand straight and tall with energy in your body and with one hand holding the side of the noseband and the other resting on the horses neck apply gentle pressure on the nose until your horse takes a step to the side.

Immediately reward the horse’s try by stopping and standing relaxed and giving the horse a rub.

If the horse does not respond from gentle pressure you may need to increase the pressure in four stages until he takes a step. (These four stages are called phases and mimic the behavior of horses when interacting with each other).

Reward immediately and start again, asking for a little more try from the horse each time until you can complete a full circle with the hind legs remaining relatively still and the front legs walking around in a circle. If you need to go to a high phase (phase 4), be sure to stop and start again giving your horse a chance to respond on the first phase of gentle pressure.

During this exercise, look for the horses leg which is closest to you to step across in front of the other leg, and the leg that’s further from you to step laterally and not forward.

This will ensure the horse remains in a submissive frame of mind and does not become defensive.

The same principle is used to yield the hindquarters. Stand beside your horse with your bellybutton facing the horse’s hip. Using the lead rope, ask you horse to turn his nose slightly towards you.

Using gentle pressure place your other hand near your horses flank and apply pressure until your horse step laterally. The hind leg closest to you should step in front the other one.

In this exercise the front legs should move only minimally and the hindquarters should step around in a circle.

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Dalby’s ready for Australian Stock Horse sale The Dalby Stock Horse Sale full events calendar is still being finalised but guarantees to be a great weekend and a highly successful outcome for valued vendors and buyers.

The 40th Anniversary Dalby Stock Horse Sale will be held at the Dalby Showgrounds Complex, Nicholson Street in Dalby from Friday December 5 through to Sunday, December 7.

Trade vendors will be on site and food and fully licensed bar facilities are on site operating throughout the weekend and there are no camping fees on site at the showgrounds throughout the duration of the sale weekend.

Action for the weekend kicks off on Friday, bright and early with full details to come shortly.

The sale weekend commences early Saturday morning with society inspections of sale horses then the commencement of the parade and cattle working demonstrations.

Don't forget the fantastic night program of entertainment - this is more than just a sale -so bring the family for a great night out and experience first hand the atmosphere of Australia's Premier Australian Stock Horse sale.

The 40th annual Dalby sale will kick off with a quality line up of registered Australian Stock Horses.

For further information contact the selling agents, GDL, Dalby, on 07 4669 6955, or by Watch some of Australia’s best stock horses in action at the 40th annual Dalby Australia Stock emailing dalby@gdlrural.com.au Horse sale.

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We’re blending the Old with the New Visit the National College of Traditional Medicine to discover how to treat your beloved horse using Equine Myofunctional Therapy.

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What’s Happening NOOSA COUNTRY SHOW The annual Noosa Show will be held at Pamona Showgrounds on September 12 and 13.

Ring events will include Harness, Breed classes, District and Open Hacks, and Rider Classes, Novelties, Pony Club Classes and Show Jumping and this year will introduce a new section, Show Riding Mount - for horses that are not of Hack type-they may be of any breed. Ponies Galloways and Hacks will be judged on performance and rideability. This year organisers offer a special ‘Competitor rate’, two day gate pass and entertainment will include fireworks on Friday night, rodeo on Saturday night and two days of great music including feature performance by Angry Anderson at 6:30pm Friday night.For further information contact the office on 07 5485 2331 or horse steward - Christine on 0437 637 233.

ALSTONVILLE ALLBREEDS The Northern NSW Show Horse Association will host the Alstonville Allbreeds Spring Horse Spectacular at Alstonville Showgrounds on Sunday, September 28 starting at 8am.

There is a great program on offer including led and ridden classes for Allbreeds Hack classes for Ponies, Galloways and Hacks run in a two ring format and this year will include a Beginner’s Ring.

Some of the major awards include Supreme Champion Led Stallion, Mare and Gelding of the Show, Supreme overall led ,Supreme Champion Rider of the Show ,Supreme Champion Hack of the Show, Supreme Champion Hunter Hack of Show For show Enquiries: contact Show Secretary Libby Went 02 6628 0262 or Cherie Jennings 0412 433 432 or email nnswshowhorse@gmail.com

Information for weight loss in horses (Supplied by Maxisoy) Feeding for weight loss can be challenging, especially when feeding a horse with very low metabolism (or good doers!)

As a general rule the success to weight loss is feeding less calories (or energy) then the horse is utilising. What is being utilised by the horse is very variable dependent on exercise, metabolism, medical conditions and the time of year (hot verse cold weather) and finding the optimum feed quantity for your horse will take some experimentation.

Low sugar fibre feeds are the safest and most effective feeds for weight loss, this includes low sugar pasture, hay, chaff and super fibres.

What is super fibre? Feeds such as Maxisoy+ (soybean hull) are known as super fibre feeds, they are high in digestible fibre content, and are low GI (low in starch and sugar) allowing for safe and effective weight loss when combined with other low sugar fibre sources.

So how should you feed for weight loss? As a generalised guide horses require between 1.5-2.5% of their body weight daily in feed to maintain condition. Work out what your horses ideal weight should be and feed the required feed for that weight. You can then manipulate the quantity and type of feeds you are feeding until you find what works for your horse.

Super fibres such as Maxisoy+ can be fed alongside premixed feeds as a highly digestible substitute for chaff or mixed with chaffs, oils and supplements to create your own optimum diet.

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Pomona Showgrounds 12th & 13th Sept 2014

** NEW CLASSES ** Friday 12th: Harness, Breeds, District Hacking, Rider Classes, Novelties,Pony Club Classes & Show Jumping ** Introducing Show Riding Mount classes ** For horses that are not of Hack type-they may be of any breed. Ponies, Galloways and Hacks and will be judged on performance and rideability.

Saturday 13th: Hunter Ring- including Working Hunter, Hacking, Rider Classes, Miniatures & Show Jumping.

$50 for all SUPREMES Special ‘Competitor rate’ two day gate pass.

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What’s Happening 2014 BV MASTERS EQUESTRIAN GAMES The Brisbane Valley Pony & Hack Club is delighted to invite all riders over 30 to come to the 2014 Masters Equestrian Games to be held at Toogoolawah Showgrounds on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September, 2014. Riders over 30 years of age will participate in gymkhana and dressage events, a recreational trail ride, jackpot barrel race, ironman/women events and have a whole lot of fun while doing so.

2014 will be our LAST Masters Games and we hope to have the showgrounds full of our previous competitors and new friends competing in the various events. Camping is available and encouraged so riders can enjoy the whole weekend and experience the hospitality of Toogoolawah.

Spectators are welcome - the Saturday afternoon Barrel race and Ironman/women events are great entertainment value. Our canteen will be open all weekend and the food will be good (the Saturday night meal is so good you need to book to get it!!)

The Program, Registration Form, Horse Health Declaration and Disclaimer Statement are available from our website bvponyclub.com.au or by calling the Club's Secretary on 5423 1321 or her email t2harris@yahoo.com.

TERRANORA LAKES HACK SHOW The Terranora Lakees equestrian club will be holding a Hack show on Monday October 6 with Led Classes, Hack class, Rider classes, Champion Novice, Open and Hunter, Small Pony, Large Pony, Galloway and Hack, Supreme Led, Supreme Hack, Supreme Rider with loads of prizes, sashes Garlands and trophies to be won.

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BONEO CLASSIC 2015 One of Australia’s leading banks, National Australia Bank, has been confirmed to join the 2015 Boneo Classic as headline sponsor.

In an exciting move for equestrian sport, NAB’s support will be beneficial to the annual event, boosting financial, volunteer and branding provision for all involved.

Melissa Cannon, Business Banking Executive at NAB Mornington, says “NAB are excited to support the 2015 Boneo Classic, a wonderful family friendly event catering for all ages. This year, the event encapsulates many of the jewels of the Peninsula in the trade village, showcasing the FEI Pacific League World Cup Dressage final and Show jumping qualifier, along with supporting Para Equestrian, HRCAV and PCAV. The 2015 Boneo Classic is for every horse enthusiast and will be a great spectator event to show case the equestrian sport to a wider audience.”

Lifting the event to a new level, the Boneo Classic supported by NAB, will light up the Mornington Peninsula next Australia Day weekend with the inclusion of World Cup show jumping, bound to bring together an even bigger group of elite riders from around the country.

Managing Director of Boneo Park, Fiona Selby is “very pleased we have formed a relationship with NAB that provides the backing we need to grow and push the event to the next level for the riders, horses and spectators.”

The event committee are forging away to create one of most innovative equestrian events in Australia.

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Wagin prepares to host the Quilty Australia’s premier endurance ride, the Tom Quilty Gold Cup will be heading west and will be held in the Western Australia town of Wagin in October this year.

The Quilty will be held from October 3 to 5.

Wagin, a town of 1,900 people offers a wide range of facilities and activities.

Wagin was settled in the early 1880s and is mainly a rural centre approximately 227 kilometres south east of Perth, a 2 ½ hour drive.

The Quilty ride base will be located at the Wagin Sports ground which is right next to the town centre and has superb facilities for the competitors who travel from all around Australia and Internationally to attend.

The Wagin Sports ground offers first-class event facilities adjacent to the centre of town.

It comprises a trotting complex and ample undercover areas to accommodate all aspects of running the event.

It is the facility for the Wagin Woolorama, Western Australia’s largest autumn agricultural show.

The venue will be open for camping from September 29 until October 6 with full facilities available from October 1.

Endurance riders from around Australia and around the world will converge on the Western Australia town of Wagin to take part in the 49th annual Tom Quilty Gold Cup. Provision will be provided to have stock-feed supplied at the base.

The 49th Tom Quilty Gold Cup will be run on a 160km course through the properties of local landowners giving the competitors a good combination of farm tracks, eucalyptus bushland and paddock firebreaks while keeping them safe with minimal interference from the general public and most

importantly traffic.

Springtime in Wagin is spectacular and the flora will be putting on a show with its beautiful carpets of canola and wild flowers.

Last year, the Quilty was held in Qeensland at Kilkivan and was won by defending champion Brooke Sample on his mount Excalibur.

In one of the tightest finishes in

the event’s history, Brooke and Excalibur crossed the finish line in a time of nine hours and 14 minutes, just one-and-a-half lengths ahead of Akhmed Pshunov on Tarrangower Crecendo.

Named after Tom Quilty, a passionate horseman, the ride came about in 1966 when he donated 1000 pounds for the creation of the Tom Quilty Gold Cup. The event was designed to test the skill of horse and rider it was awarded to the winner of a 100 mile (160 km) who could not only complete the gruelling course but whose horse also finished in sound health.

Quilty and his good mate RM Williams (the famous boot and saddle maker) created the Tom Quilty Gold Cup a national championship endurance horse event, which is now the biggest professional endurance ride in the Southern Hemisphere.

Each year it is held in a different state with the last time it was held in WA being in 2007.

For more information on the 2014 Tom Quilty Gold Cup Endurance Ride contact Jane Radny (Secretary) on westcoastarabians@bigpond.com or by visiting www.tomquiltywagin.com.au/2014 Wagin

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Dayboro hosts 40th Big October Ride The Dayboro Trailriders will be running their 16th annual horse trail riding event the ‘Big October Ride’ on Saturday, October 4.

Both rides leave the showgrounds at 8.30am sharp. Morning tea and lunch provided.

This year will see an all new one by three hour ride and a new seven hours ride.

There will be a twilight ride Friday at 4.30pm.The ride will be approximately 1-1 ½ hours. This will be an optional ride for those who wish to settle their horses in.

Come along Friday afternoon and camp for the weekend as the camping fee is included and Monday is a public holiday.

Precious Pet photographer Paul Sparrow will be taking photos over the weekend.

Riders will be able to purchase the photos directly from Paul.

Horse Store.com will be having a mobile stand Friday and Saturday afternoon.

They have a range of equine lingerie for men and women, also equine products.

Sunday will be a fun day and will kick off with a vet talk at 8am, discussing many interesting subjects on horse health.

At 9am, there will be a horsemanship demonstration featuring Damian Todd and this will be followed by the Hoof Ball, put on by Dayboro Pony Club.

Ride fees are $50 for visitors or $35 for TRA members. Fees cover camping fees, insurance, morning tea and lunch as well as Saturday night's entertainment.

Both rides are non-competitive and leisurely

The dayboro Trailriders are again holding their annual ride which leaves the Dayboro Showground on Saturday, October 4.

paced. Participants need to bring their own horse and riding gear.

There is no age limit on either riders or horses; however both will need to be fit enough and competent to take part.

Riders 16 years and under will require a responsible adult or guardian. Riders 18 years and under must wear an approved riding helmet. Strictly no stallions, rigs or dogs.

It is recommended that all horses be shod or wear boots and wear a halter and lead rope.

Catering is available across the entire weekend. Pre nominations are preferred.

Vegetarian and gluten free can be arranged if booked early.

This event has become avidly looked forward to, each year, by riders locally and further a field.

Changes this year will be the Friday and Saturday evening format.

With permission from the rural fireys, both evenings will be casual and relaxed around the campfire. A licensed bar will be operating both nights. Friday night is $6 steak burger night with desserts at $3 a serve.

Saturday evening dinner from 6pm, entertainment or juke box kicks off at 6pm until 10pm.

Previously the ride has attracted riders from Brisbane suburbs, Ipswich; Toowoomba; Yarraman; Pomona; Kin Kin; Gympie; Maryborough; Gold Coast and New South Wales.

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Australians miss out on medals but qualify for Rio Olympic Games The Australian Eventing team may have missed out on a podium finish at the 2014 World Equestrian Games (WEG) but it still managed to secure an all important spot in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

The Aussies slipped from the bronze medal position to finish fifth in the team's score.

But with three riders finishing in the top 20, Australia's eventers have achieved one of their goals by qualifying for the Rio Games.

"The team achieved one of its major goals and that was to qualify for Rio - so now all attention turns to Rio and preparing our horses for making the next Olympics," team member Sam Griffiths said.

It was again Olympian Stuart Tinney who showed that experience counts, finishing on top for the Aussies with only two rails down in the showjumping, finishing in 12th position overall.

It was a mixed final day for the Aussies after a sensational cross country round.

Shane Rose and Taurus were first out and were unlucky to have six rails down. Griffiths followed Rose to have only one rail down and add four points.

Stuart Tinney and Paul Tapner rounded out the Aussie rides, both with only two rails down.

While it edged them out of medal contention, Chef d'Equipe Prue Barrett said the Aussies showed true determination and proved we have the riders to mix it with the best.

"Now we know we've qualified and can purely focus on getting our horses ready for the next Olympics," Prue said.

Germany finished atop the dias followed by Great Britain and the Netherlands.

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The team of Joann Formosa (Grade Ib), Chelsea Higgins (Grade 3), Lizzie Sobecki (Grade 3) and Nicole Blanks (Grade 4) collectively finished in 13th.

Leading into the Games it was the goal of Australia’s ParaEquestrian program to return home with a medal and despite not achieving a podium finish there are a number of positives to come out of the campaign.

National Performance Director for Para-Equestrian Julia Battams, said the program would be assessed once the team had returned home.

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