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2010 Interschool Team receives team colours in readiness for NationalsCongratulations go to all members for being chosen on the 2010 Interschool Team proudly sponsored by Bonnetts Saddlery. Team members received their colours and bags at a colourful event organised by the dedicated Interschool Committee. Click on the links below to read the report, see the photos and see our team. Good luck to everyone at the up coming Nationals to be held in Sydney.
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Summary from Equestrian SA ForumA summary of the discussions from the ESA Forum held on 3 June 2010 can be found by clicking on the link below. Kind regards
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SA Vaulters named in 2010 WEG Vaulting Team - Jamie Hocking & Sarah Leadbeatter
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Congratulations to Megan Jones and KP Irish Jester - 2nd in the HSBC World Cup RankingsOur members and everyone at Equestrian SA pass on our congratulations to Megan Jones and KP Irish Jester for their outstanding achievement in the HSBC World Cup rankings. Megan and Jester are the leading SA combination up for selection for the Australian Eventing Team at the 2010 World Equestrian Games and we look forward to the team being announced soon. Good luck Megan & Jester!
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Royal Adelaide Show - DressageWhat a contrast the weather has been! Sunday, 22 August was the most dazzling and beautiful day. The sun glistened down on the magic carpet of grass on the main arena (Etihad Stadium would have been jealous!) and a great day was had by everyone who attended. Click on the link below for results. Congratulations to all the winners and placegetters.
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Equestrian SA - Change of AddressEQUESTRIAN SA change of address detailsThe ESA office will be closed to the general public on Friday, 27 August 2010 to faciliate the move to our new offices. Our new details: Equestrian SA Phone: (08) 8391 0488 Our offices will re-open for business on Monday, 30 August 2010 and we look forward to welcoming you to our new premises. | ||||||||
Christoph Hess Clinics - CANCELLEDAfter months of anticipation and many communications between EA, and other State EA's, it is with great disappointment that the Dressage SA Committee wishes to advise that Christoph Hess will be unable to make the trip to This news only arrived this morning and we apologise for any inconvenience that may have been caused to anyone who has made specific arrangements. Christoph is however due in
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2010 Kadina Agricultural Show Results & ReportThe weekend of the 21st and 22nd of August saw Kadina Agricultural Society hold its annual show. In past years the surface, more specifially the hardness of the surface, has caused concerns to jump riders, and the surface in 2009 resulted in many showjumpers cautiously deciding not to compete at Kadina in 2010. However, to the credit of the show society, and showjumping organisers Anthony Thomas, crew, and family, the showgrounds have been completely top dressed and resurfaced, resulting in a much improved jumping ground for the states jumping riders and horses. All horse and riders we pleased with the improvements, and the competition over the weekend was greatly enhanced, also by the use of Anthonys premium showjumping gear. The 2011 show sould feature a complete, established jumping surface, and with the return of many competitors, the Kadina Show can become a premiere showjumping feature on the calendar.
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Update from the ChairEQUESTRIAN SA is officially moving - Friday, 27 August 2010! ESA can now confirm the location of our new premises: Building 10, 2-4 Cameron Road, Mount Barker SA 5251 There has been action aplenty behind the scenes to get the new offices painted, our IT infrastructure sorted, furniture, phones, photocopiers, removalists, banking details, signage etc etc etc, the list goes on - your Board members have proven to be a very multi-skilled group of people, and who would have known that Kerry from our ESA office was so good with a paint brush! On Friday, 27 August 2010, the ESA office will be closed to the general public to facilitate our move to the new premises. Once we are all settled into the new premises members will be invited to our official opening at the new location - watch this space! NEW BRANCH MANAGER On behalf of ESA and all members, please join in welcoming ESA's new Branch Manager - Sharon Rowe. Sharon comes to ESA with considerable experience in finance and administration management having worked for the last 6 years in a large services company and prior to that within the Department of Transport, Energy & Infrastructure. Sharon will commence in her new role on Wednesday, 25 August, just in time for our big move. THANK YOU! I would like to acknowledge the very generous services provided to Equestrian SA more recently on a pro bono basis and saving our organisation considerable sums of money. Firstly Nicholas Linke and Zev Costi from Fisher Jeffries lawyers for their invaluable advice relating to workplace relations; secondly Bonnie Brady of Pursuit People Solutions for her invaluable assistance in the recruitment of our new Branch Manager; and thirdly, Peter Jones (father of SA Olympian, Megan Jones) for his IT expertise. ESA has been very fortunate to have their assistance and I ask members to join in thanking each of them. Wendy Hunt
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Laurie Lever Showjumping Squad Clinic UpdateOn the weekend of 31st July and 1st August 2010, ESA Showjumping conducted a state squad clinic with international showjumping competitor and coach. Laurie Lever. Acting squad co-ordinator Tad McLEan commented: "We had great squad school with Laurie Lever. Not just a school, but a great experience. Unfortunately most senior squad members were away, but the school was made up with other very keen competitors coming from as far away as Lock. All horses and riders improved. It is hoped that Laurie will continue to visit SA in the future for clinics and schools, and according to organisers, he also had a great time.
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Update from the ChairOn behalf of the branch I would like to remind everyone that memberships were due by 31 July 2010. Many have come in, but we are still waiting on quite a few. Please be aware, that your 24 hour personal accident insurance is a part of your membership, so unless you have renewed your membership you will not be covered, nor will you be able to compete in official EA/ESA competitions. The AGM is fast approaching and nominations for our Committees close tomorrow, 13 August 2010 at 4pm. Please ensure that your nominations are completed and reach the office by that time. You can access nomination forms by scrolling down to the AGM news item. The branch has been very busy with the recruitment process and we are delighted to report that an offer has recently been put to a candidate. Assuming the candidate accepts our offer we should be in a position to announce the appointment in the next couple of weeks. Wendy Hunt | ||||||||
Expressions of Interest for SA Junior / Young Rider Coach - CLOSING Date 23 September 2010 | ||||||||
Expressions of Interest for SA Showjumping Squad Co-ordinator - CLOSING Date 23rd September 2010 | ||||||||
Notice of the Equestrian SA - AGM & call for nominations for Discipline Committees
Notice is hereby given that the Equestrian SA Annual General Meeting will be held at 7.30pm on Thursday, 23 September 2010 at the Mt Barker Golf Club on
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Uni SA looking for Eventers for research projectThe University of South Australia want to talk to equestrians about their perceptions of risk and safety. They are conducting a research project and invite Equestrians who are primarily Eventers to take part. Participation is by interview and is totally voluntary. Equestrian South Australia fully support this initiative and encourage appropriately interested members to participate. Recruitment poster and information on how to get involved is here.
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New Club Development Programme from Nature Vet and Equestrian SA
New Club Development Programme from Nature Vet and Equestrian SA
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