Queensland Endurance - Spring 2011 by Jo Weismann

Spring 2011

Official magazine of the Queensland Endurance Riders Association

Inside this Issue Farewell to a legend - Chip Chase Sadaqa Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival Tom Quilty Gold Cup Preview Guide to estimating the age of a horse Volunteer Profile and much more!

STALLIONS AT STUD

STRAVYNSKY

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STRAVYNSKY, grey, by Shalaz from Lady Thalia by Scimitar Shereef. STRAVYNSKY is the only stallion by Shalaz, who sired the current record holder for 160kms, Jayhal Shazal (exp UAE), as well as a small number of other foals with an outstanding strike record for endurance success, including six horses with nine Quilty buckles from ten starts. Stravynsky represents the Rakib sireline through Baz, and the Scherzade mareline through Lady Tania – with some Silver Moonlight up close. A strong, sound horse with exceptional movement. (Tested SCID clear)

COUNT CRYSDAFA, bay, (owned by Farleigh Stud), by Chip Chase Sadaqa (dec) from Countess Crysan, who is by Count Chatain from the Crystal Fire mare, Lady Crysan – also a young stallion, but bred to be a real endurance sire, by the pre-eminent horse CC Sadaqa and from a mare with the famous Crystal Fire/ Count Manilla cross up very close. (Tested SCID clear)

TALISMAN RAZBAHRI, chestnut, (on lease from Talisman Stud), by Beau Bahri from T. Jerzycka. This is the valuable Rakib sireline again, with all Colonial breeding. His oldest progeny are just yearlings, but are looking good. (Tested SCID clear) HYKSOS ARKHON, dark bay, (on lease from Hyksos Stud), by Cudglebar Caleb from C.Riena – a young stallion with a few foals on the ground, but with the bloodlines that will produce great heart rates and movement. (Tested SCID clear)

MAHAZIN IBN CAIRO

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MAHAZIN IBN CAIRO,

chestnut, by Cairo (impNZ) from Keishir Capellia, whose oldest progeny for us are now starting to compete. Watch for Gregg Fields’ Catallina (1st Hwt and BC at her first 80k ride) and Angela Hawks’ Cyclone Larry (2nd Lwt and BC at his first ride also). M Ibn Cairo carries the valuable bloodlines of the Saudi stallion, Manak, and the Jordanian mare, Nuhra; and of the old Crabbet-bred horses, Abiram, Crystal Fire, and Rikham. He will stand at stud at “Totara” until the end of October, and then be with Keith Sullivan at Boonah for the rest of this season.

Above: CYCLONE LARRY, by Mahazin Ibn Cairo from Livilla, by Scimitar Shereef.

Right: CATTALINA, by Mahazin Ibn Cairo from Shanina, by Shalaz.

SERVICE FEES start at $660 (inc), with agistment by arrangement and vet costs extra. We have a selection of young endurance-bred geldings for sale. Prices start at $1200.

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Contents Advertising Directory......................................................... 2 Editorial.............................................................................. 2 President’s Welcome........................................................ 3 Hi Ho Silver 25th Anniversary Tenterfield Ride Report..................................................... 5 Sparkler Ride Preview....................................................... 7 Guide to estimating the age of a horse........................... 9 Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival Ride Report......................................................................13 ‘Doubleduke Dash’ New Italy Ride Preview................... 17 Biggenden Ride Preview................................................. 17 Hendra Virus....................................................................18 Farewell to a Legend – Chip Chase Sadqa.................... 21 Quilty the Man.................................................................26 Barossa Ranges Tom Quilty Ride Preview..................... 27 Upper Corindi Ride Review.............................................29 AERA President’s Report................................................30 Squad News.....................................................................32 Meg’s Column.................................................................33 How to become a Chief Steward....................................34 QERA Library....................................................................34 Pioneer Trek Ride Report................................................35 Wiangaree Ride Preview................................................. 37 Wunderful Widgee Ride Report......................................38 Feeding the Endurance Horse – Part Two.....................40 Volunteer Profile..............................................................43 Community Noticeboard.................................................43 Round-up :: Meeting Highlights......................................44 SMC Ride Contacts/Non-SMC Contacts........................46 Ride Contacts.................................................................. 47 Calendar..........................................................................48 Above Kathy Drew and her stallion Warrawee A’Bandom. Kathy is all smiles at the Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival.

Cover Thomas Branigan successfully competing in his first 20km Intro Ride, at the Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival. Thomas rides Kholonial Beauzolais (x Chip Chase Sadaqa) while proud dad Marty rides beside him on Kholonial Boadecia.

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Advertising Directory

EDITORIAL

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As first time editors Jo and I were pretty excited (and a little nervous) about how the changes to the newsletter would be received by the membership, but going by the fantastic feedback it would seem we are off to a fairly good start. The requests for copies of the magazine in the new format have been quite overwhelming. Dozens of complimentary issues of the winter newsletter have been posted out around the state, and around the country. Some have even found their way overseas! This has been repaid by way of many new subscriptions to our newsletter from all over Australia; a testament to quality content and to the hard work that goes into the production of such a publication. With the reduction in the number of issues produced from six times a year to quarterly, we have introduced a regular email newsletter that has been designed to fill the gap between the hard copy issues generated. This is a free subscription based email newsletter or ‘e-blast’ aptly called Queensland Endurance Express and is available to anyone who chooses to subscribe, members and non-members alike. The requirement for sign-up is an email address (an automated confirmation email will be sent for you to respond to confirm your subscription) along with your name and postcode. The Queensland Endurance Express commenced in July and will be issued monthly with additional ‘e-blasts’ being utilised as more urgent information needs to be delivered. Once again, this is new territory in new technology so please be patient if we stumble a little! The Queensland Endurance Express e-newsletter is another fantastic initiative of wonderful and hard working QERA member, Jo Weismann. I applaud her for bringing this idea to the SMC’s attention and then to fruition. This is another huge step forward in communication for our sport. Thank you for supporting the magazine that showcases Endurance. Submissions and thoughts on future content are always welcome! Regards

Melissa Longhurst Editor

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EDITOR Melissa Longhurst endfan1@netspace.net.au The views expressed in ‘Queensland Endurance’ are not necessarily those of QERA Inc or its Management. Whilst all care is taken, no responsibility can be taken for errors or omissions. All work, including photographs in this publication, are subject to copyright and may not be reproduced without permission.

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President’s

Welcome Dear Members

Welcome to the second edition of our new magazine. From all reports received the first edition was a stunning success in every regard. We saw a huge opportunity in promotion of the sport, to release the first edition just ahead of the Toorbul Endurance Festival and to support the Ride Organisers efforts in what they were doing. I am certain our advertisers received an unprecedented amount of exposure and we as members got a great read. The June long weekend was the culmination of a huge week in the sport. At the beginning of week we had the sold out Australasian Endurance Forum hosted by Dr Brian Sheahan. A recorded copy of the forum will be available soon, loaded onto a flash drive for those who could not attend in person. It will likely be many years before we see so many highly regarded speakers in Australia, in the one place at the one time. Many thanks to the sponsors R.M. Williams, Provet and Troy Laboratories. At the conclusion of the Forum on Thursday, the focus then shifted to Toorbul where there was an eventual total of over 300 horses entered in seven events over three days. Special thanks to all the sponsors, especially Al Reef stables, R.M. Williams and the legions of volunteers and officials. Without them this event could not have happened. Congratulations also to Cora Becker and her horse “Bones the Wizard” for winning the 160km FEI Australian Endurance Championship. Since June things have been far from normal. The Spring Mountain Challenge went really well with a round 100 entries, about the same time the Hendra Crisis began to unfold. Hendra has been and will continue to cause our Ride Organisers a lot of headaches for the foreseeable future. The Widgee ride was the first ride conducted making use of suggested Bio security Protocols in an effort to deal with the risk associated with this Virus, unfortunately the Lake Manchester club were unable to satisfy themselves that they could apply these protocols to their Ride Base venue, resulting in the event being postponed. QERA has introduced a Horse Health Declaration form to support Ride Organisers dealing with Hendra Bio Securit . The Murrumba Ride was the first to use the Declarations and it appears that they have been accepted by the members a a way of doing their bit. The Hendra issue is far from over and it is sure to change the way we do a lot of things forever. In the meantime, I would like to extend a warm welcome to another forty new members who have joined the Endurance Family and way of life. Regards Matthew Krahnen President

▲ New member Kerrie Ellery with Erehwon Park Quiz Master at the Spring Mountain Challenge.

Welcome to the new members who joined QERA during winter: Naomi Andrew Elizabeth Cleland Susannah Cleland Katie Canning Ruth White Deborah Torpy James Coop Jessica Fuhlbohm Stephanie Weale Timothy Keys Ingrid Rampono Fahad Alazri Anthony Wolgast Leah Mathys Bill Miller Christina Simpson Tim Baumann Kasey Anderson Jay Dodds Phyllis Thomson Troy Roosen Juanita Doyle Amanda Jeffries Paul Benham Jessica Terry Jacqui Lavis Gabriele Sartori Kaiden Moore Regina Woerle Linda Wells Jagaran Hale Natalie Fiocco Kerrie Ellery Adam Dolman Matthias Lochthofen Stephen Brown Patcharin Venaglia Ariel Tan Julia Mills Magdalena Verbeek

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Cooroora Aheyme (Prince Rasheyd {imp UK} x Alzana)

89% Crabbet/Russian, 15.3hh, multi-supreme championships at halter and under saddle. Arabian Racing bloodlines through his sire Prince Rasheyd imp UK (pure Crabbet) and classic Endurance blood through his dam Alzana who has multiple crosses to Shahzada, among other performance producing greats. Stud Fee: $880.00 AI or natural service, LFG. Contact: Jackie or Geoff Richards Phone: 07 5485 1544 â&#x20AC;˘ Mobile: 0416 284 112 Email: cooroorastables@skymesh.com.au

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Lorraine Ternouth, Elizabeth Kirk and Patricia Coonan enjoy the Tenterfield ride.

The event kicked off with a Saturday afternoon 20km Intro ride. Intro riders were taken through the beautiful State forest at Girard. For some this was their first taste of endurance and ALL are looking forward to their next ride.

On the 8th/9th May, Terrific Tenterfield Endurance Riding Club held its Silver Anniversary Ride. We wanted to make this an extra special event and indeed it turned out to be just that. A commemorative booklet was compiled by Sue Rhodes and the club raised funds for every competitor to receive a special 25th Anniversary T-shirt. A lovely cake was made and decorated by local Tanya Laurie.

Saturday evening after the pre-ride talk, everyone was invited to a piece of our 25th Anniversary cake.... only crumbs were left!! The great season on the dividing range with more than normal rain fall, has made the forest and our camping grounds look positively spectacular. Although on the down side riders missed out on a lovely section of rainforest, however they were rewarded with a great run through the McLeod’s Creek Valley at Sandy Hills, where the going was excellent. Our vetting team was efficiently headed by Amanda Parry with John Brown our treatment vet. They were assisted by Katie Orr and Courtney Stevens. Michael Combe our Chief Steward had the added luxury of help with Kate Percival coming from Charleville to assist him at the event, whilst working towards her Chief Steward accreditation. Kate brought with her husband Warwick, two children and two of their overseas girls plus horses! It was great to see them and their horses complete the ride so well. Charleville and Tenterfield are certainly very different rides but we still have a lot in common! First across the line in the 100km event was Akmed Pshunov riding Sundust Soloman in a time of 6hr 17mins, one hour ahead of the next competitor! He also gained best conditioned in his division. Tony Standfield took line

Narelle Childs :: Halo Kazzam 2nd MWT in the 80kms, receives her rug from Chief Steward Michael Combe.

Allyson Taylor :: Indiana Jonesy

All photos from ‘Terrific Tenterfield’ have been generously supplied by Jo Arblaster: www.animalfocus.com.au

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Leah Begley :: Royal Dominier

honours in the 80km event riding Stanpark Rupert in a time of 4hrs 46mins. Completion rates were high in all events.

Tenterfield Endurance Riding Club does have one club rule ‘Never let in grumble butts,’ then everyone has a great time.

As a tribute to two of our Clubs founding members Special Trophies were awarded for the 80km and 100km events. They were presented to the horse/rider combination that received the highest point score across all divisions. The Sandy Watt Trophy was awarded to Karen Fields riding Ra Anji Firefly in the 100km event and the Stewart Jeffery Trophy awarded to Jay Dodds riding Marja My Girl in the 80km event.

On a sadder note, our dear friend Sandy Watt was to be at the presentation to award the Special Trophies on Sunday. He always liked to know what was going on! Sandy was dressed and ready to come to ride base but sadly collapsed and died before he left home. Our thoughts turn to Sandy and his family. Sandy without a doubt is one of those TRUE LEGENDS we will all miss.

The club members sought sponsorship from local businesses and fellow endurance riders to help us celebrate our 25th event and the response was terrific. Thank you to all our sponsors. Jo Arblaster from animalfocus.com.au, drove up from Sydney to join us and take some fabulous photos of riders out on track. Being an endurance rider herself she knows just how to capture those special moments. Not only a true photographic talent but kept us in order and helped TPR in between. We always get kind comments on how relaxed the club members are, how well we work together and how truly great the tracks are marked and fun to ride... thanks to Barry Rhodes and Damian Keys. Sad to say that one of our checkpoints did receive one complaint “the ride itself and the track were just fantastic! The only thing that could improve it would be to add a few coffee shops and an antique shop along the way!” The club will consider this for next years ride.

In closing not only has it been a huge year for us but our club has just acquired an Occupational permit for the grounds we have been maintaining all these years. Although at a substantial cost to us, we believe it is worth it to keep this lovely ride base and enable us to now fence the area, (which, by the way, for a very small donation to the club, can be used throughout the year!) The Tenterfield Endurance Riding Club holds several group rides throughout the year. We always welcome new members so please contact us. Finally we hope that next year will see yet another spectacular ride...

so come and join us!

All photos from ‘Terrific Tenterfield’ have been generously supplied by Jo Arblaster: www.animalfocus.com.au Jay Dodds :: Marja My Girl 4th HWT in the 80kms and winner of the Sandy Watts trophy.

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Akhmed Pshunov on Sundust Soloman, 1st MWT in the 100kms ride.

Michael Benstead and Sage Weale enjoy the social ride at Tenterfield.

You haven’t experienced Endurance until you’ve tried...

Ride through the magnificient Imbil forestry at night and enjoy one of the great rides on the QERA calendar, the Sparkler!

10 - 11th September 2011 Nominations 10am Saturday • Pre-ride Vetting 11am - 2pm 80km starts 3pm ($110) 40km starts 3.30pm ($60) No reserved camping - First in best dressed

HURRY! Pre-nominations close 1st September. Let lovely Leigh Anne Sample know you will be attending by emailing: info@brookleighstud.com.au For further enquiries contact Jim Green 0419 655 444 • jimg@herronbooks.com

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Open up and say Aahhh! A guide to estimating the age of a horse It’s possible to determine an approximate age of a horse by inspecting the signs of teeth, their eruption and wear. Once a horse reaches 12-14 years, teeth become harder to age as other factors, such as grazing country and diet, can have an influence on how the teeth appear. Baby teeth erupt prior to birth and continue to come in until around 8-10 months of age. They begin to be replaced by the adult teeth from approximately two and a half years of age. Once the horse reaches five years, all their permanent teeth should have erupted and be in wear, however all horses are individuals and there may be some variations in wear patterns. Male adult horses will have between 40 and 44 permanent teeth, whilst mares will have less at 36 to 40 as they generally don’t have the canine or wolf teeth. Unlike humans, the horse tooth will continue to grow throughout most of the life of the horse. The greater the age, the longer the teeth become and they start to take on

a more triangle shaped appearance. They finally cease to grow somewhere after the age of 25. The teeth and the bit The bit of a bridle does not sit between or in the horse’s teeth, but is allowed room in the ‘interdental space.’ This is an area void of teeth between the incisors and molars, thus giving the bit room to rest. Properly fitted bits that are light, smooth and of the correct size, and a bridle that is neither too tight or too loose, is ideal to avoid the bit banging on surrounding teeth. Care Regular yearly inspections of your horses teeth can be performed by either a experienced dental veterinarian or a qualified Equine Dentist to ensure the teeth are in good shape. Horses who are in need of dental assistance may display poor eating habits, not maintaining body condition and could even be difficult to ride. Please remember this is intended as a guide only.

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AAEP – Official guide for determing the age of a horse, 5th Edition 1988

THREE YEARS

THREE AND A HALF YEARS

FOUR YEARS

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•T he deciduous intermediates appear pushed out and short

•T he interval between the upper and lower intermediates is visible

•T he corners appear very small, the upper corner is shown being pushed for its alveolus

•T he corner incisors have erupted but are not in contact

•T he neck is distinct on the intermediates and corners

• The corners appear narrower

•T he lower canine is seen cutting the gum (canines may erupt as early as three and a half but usually from four to five years)

•T he upper and lower canines are erupting and are sharp

FIVE YEARS •T he canines have erupted completely

SIX YEARS •C anines have reached their full length and are in wear

SEVEN YEARS •T he dental table of the lower corner incisor is narrower than that of the upper, resulting in a notch wearing on the upper corner incisor •T he incident angle of the incisive arcades is less perpendicular than at six years

EIGHT YEARS •T he teeth project slightly at the line of opposition

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THREE YEARS •E ach central incisor has a deep cup and the borders of these teeth are sharp • L ower intermediates are smoother and the lower corners have little central enamel

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THREE AND A HALF YEARS •W ear in the centrals, the intermediates are sharp and the deciduous corners are nearly smooth

FIVE YEARS

FOUR YEARS

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•C entrals show wear but their cups are deep • I ntermediates are in wear but sharp

•C entrals and intermediates possess distinct cups •T he erupting corners are very sharp

•D eciduous upper corners show a portion of their roots exposed

SIX YEARS

SEVEN YEARS

EIGHT YEARS

•T he centrals and intermediates are wide transversely and show wear but their cups are readily visible and completely encircled by central enamel

• L ower centrals are usually smooth and the dental table is not as wide transversely as at five

• L ower centrals and intermediates are smooth, cups for practical purposes are no longer present

•C orners begin to wear at their labial border

•C entral enamel is not as wide and closer to the lingual surface.

•R ing of central enamel is narrower from side to side and nearer to the lingual border

• L ower dental tables are smooth and the cups are gone and central and intermediate incisors are oval

• The corners show wear

• L ower corners still retain their cups

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AAEP – Official guide for determing the age of a horse, 5th Edition 1988

THREE YEARS •T he four permanent central incisors are seen just coming in to wear •T hey appear more solid, have salient vertical ridges and are larger and broader than adjacent deciduous teeth

•T he dental star has appeared in the centrals and begins to appear in intermediates

THREE AND A HALF YEARS • J aw shows four permanent incisors •C entrals are in contact, the intermediates which emerged at 3.5yrs, are nearing contact

FOUR YEARS

FOUR AND A HALF YEARS

•T he four permanent upper teeth are in contact with corresponding teeth on lower jaw

• J aws have acquired so much width that deciduous corners can scarcely be seen on centrals and intermediate teeth

•T he permanent corners are visible, having emerged through the gums

FIVE YEARS

SIX YEARS

•P ermanent dentition is complete, all teeth are in wear

• J aw presents almost the same features as at five years

•T eeth may appear whiter due to wearing of cement, however some teeth remain stained

SEVEN YEARS

•T he jaws appear convex in both directions

EIGHT YEARS •T he teeth project slightly at the line of opposition

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Over 300 riders from around the world, congregated at Toorbul when Oz Endurance (Q) Inc conducted itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very first championship event, the inaugural Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival. The Festival was held over the June long weekend, and comprised of FEI 1*, 2*, 3* events and AERA 20km, 40km, 82km, 160km rides.

The feature event, the FEI 3* 160km, was hotly contested all day. On the last leg, eight riders were still in contention to take the coveted prize. Just on dusk, two horses galloped down the forestry trail to the excitement of the gathering crowd. It was an incredible moment that will long be remembered by all those present, as Cora Becker riding Bones the Wizard crossed the line first, making them Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2011 FEI National Champions. Spring 2011 I Queensland Endurance

Just what we like to see, lots of beautiful smiles despite the wet weather!

And the winners are: Cora Becker ‘Bones the Wizard’ (centre) Kristie Tapprell ‘Kurrajong Concorde’ (left) Jessica Langridge ‘Tarrangower Crecendo’ (right)

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improved event technology, which ensured our first championship event could draw spectators from around Australia and the world. This was done via a three day webcast, which proved extremely popular and was a first for Endurance in Australia. Endurance events can’t run without volunteers and we were fortunate to have some of the very best. A huge thank you to everyone that helped. Oz Endurance (Q) Inc worked well as a team and was provided with incredible support in the lead up weeks with working bees and meetings which certainly reflected a true team performance.

Runners-up in the 3* 160km event, the ever smiling Kristie Taprell with Kurrajong Concorde. Proudly displaying her Best Conditioned rug, Concorde is another horse by ‘Sire to the Stars’ Chip Chase Sadaqa.

The quality and depth of the Veterinarians and Officials was that usually only assembled at the World Equestrian Games and World Endurance Championships. We had the best from Australia and around the world and are extremely grateful and honoured they could attend. Overall we are excited with the results and very positive feedback. Its become evident that Endurance riders in Australia want this style of event to regularly occur and in the coming months our club will decide on future events. Despite the workload we, as a committee, enjoyed the challenge and took pride in the outcome. Like all events, the list of things we could have and should have done orters and supp rs o s n o p our s Thanks to Al Reef Stables (UAE) R.M. Williams Bits n Pieces Saddlery Toft Endurance Holistic Livestock Solutions Gray Bros Air-Conditioning Glengannon Arabians Printcraft Bremervale Arabians Kentucky Equine Research Sue Crockett Photography Nanango Heritage Endurance Riders Assoc Hirstglen Arabians Forestry Plantations Queensland International Racehorse Transport Sample & Partners Zilco Horse Zone Farm Fantastic Smiff Industries Big Screens Australia Yellow Cabs

is endless, but the list of things we did and did well, is equally long. We think we can do better though, so lets see what the future holds. Lastly, to everyone that attended, thank you for your support and wonderful sportsmanship. Particular congratulations go to those riders who attempted their very first Endurance event. Oz Endurance (Q) Inc hopes your passion for the sport will grow from here and we see you at many more rides in the years to come. Full ride results endurancedb.com.au an

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BIGGENDEN ENDURANCE RIDERS ASSOCIATION INC

ALY RIDE – 20/40/80km W IT E ptember 201 N / 4 th S e 1 3rd Dual Affiliated QERA / NSWERA Ride base at Northern Rivers Equestrian Centre, Swan Bay – New Italy Rd, NEW ITALY via WOODBURN (Northern Rivers NSW) Run by RICHMOND RIVER ENDURANCE RIDERS FACILITIES: Plenty of shady camp sites but NO POWER. Catering from Saturday afternoon. BYO yards and drinking water, plenty of dam water for horses available. Dogs to be on leads at all times. CAMPING FEE: $5.00 per horse / per night. TRACK: Depends on weather OPEN RIDE: 80 km start 4.30am Sunday morning entry $80 (+ camping)

Photo :: Kevin Copalotti

TRAINING RIDE: 40km start 6am Sunday morning entry $40 (+ camping)

ENDURANCE RIDE – SEPTEMBER 24 & 25, 2011

INTRO RIDE: 20km start 1pm Saturday afternoon entry $25 (+ camping)

Second ride in the series of the Walkabout Burnett!

Day members only: day membership fee extra $15. VETTING: from 12pm Saturday for 20km Intro ride, and from 1pm Saturday for 40km and 80km rides. Head vet: Alan Giles. Chief Stewart: Keith Smith. Please ring Julie Haigh 02 6688 8276 (email: jhaigh2@bigpond.com) if you are able to help TPR. ENQUIRES and NOMINATIONS: Julie Haigh 02 6688 8276 or email; (jhaigh2@bigpond.com) or Leeanne Bartlett 02 6628 1821 or email: (lba60543@bigpond.net.au) DIRECTIONS: From the Pacific Highway, turn at the “New Italy Museum” tourist stop, 10km south of Woodburn – ride base is 4km down this dirt road. From north inland, Kyogle and Casino, take the Coraki road – continue 9km past Coraki on the road to Woodburn, turn right into Reardons Lane for 4kms, turn left into Darke Lane for 1km then right into Swan Bay – New Italy road – ride base is 5km down this dirt road. GOOD COMPLETION PRIZES AND BEST CONDITIONED FOR ALL DIVISIONS, hope to see you all there!!!!! Services available in the local town of Woodburn include Caltex fuel (at very competitive prices), IGA supermarket and liquor store, butcher, baker, newsagent and 24 hour café. DUE TO HENDRA VIRUS, ALL HORSES MUST HAVE A 3 DAY TEMPERATURE LOG PRIOR TO THE RIDE AND PRESENT IT TO THE VET AT PRE RIDE VET CHECK.

VENUE: Biggenden Show Grounds, Isis Highway Biggenden DIRECTIONS: Turn off Bruce Highway at Maryborough (if coming from south) and follow the road to Biggenden (about 50 minutes) – coastal travellers Take the inland Burnett Highway heading to Gayndah. Turn right at Ban Ban Springs and follow the road to Biggenden (about 30 minutes from turn off) – inland travellers Turn off Bruce Highway at Booyal (if coming from north) and follow the road to Biggenden (about 30 minutes) – northern travellers. All major roads heading to Biggenden are well marked. FACILITIES: Open Showgrounds with a number of powered sites. Toilets and showers. Dogs must be on a lead at all times. Catering available all weekend, starting from 11am Saturday. A two course good wholesome country meal will be provided on Saturday Night for the cost of $20. COURSE: A great novice track following stock routes and private cattle properties. Spectacular views of Mt Walsh and the National Park. A flat to undulating track. COST: 80km Endurance Ride $100.00 - Gold Card $90.00 40km Endurance Ride $60.00 - Gold Card $50.00 20km Intro Ride $35.00 (20km Intro Ride to be held Saturday only) PRE NOMINATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR ALL RIDERS BY Wednesday September 14 (a late fee of $10.00 will incur for late nominations) Please also nominate if you plan to have the meal on Saturday night Contacts: Susan Sutcliffe 208 Wilson Valley Road COALSTOUN LAKES QLD 4621 4127 5149 / 0427 589 424 darrensue@bigpond.com

Karen Thompson PO Box 118 GAYNDAH QLD 4625 0427 616 221 karen.thompson@deedi.qld.gov.au

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With thanks to David Lovell, Redlands Veterinary Clinic

Hendra is back with a vengeance but the fact of the matter is, it never went away. The disease is a fact of life, and the reality is that we all have to learn to live with it. Commonsense, understanding the disease and some basic management steps, will ensure that we can all still enjoy our equestrian activities with a minimum of risk. Even better news is the remarkable progress scientists are making with the development of a vaccine which will, if universally taken up, be the answer to the problem. It looks like there is a very reasonable chance that we will have vaccine available next year. The current situation is calamitous with 4 separate outbreaks to date and the possibility of more to happen. The period May through September is regarded as the “peak period” for Hendra although it has happened throughout the year, but it appears that June, July and August have been predominant. Of some real concern is the statement by the chief veterinary officer that sampling this year has reported a 30% incidence of virus in bat samples as compared to some 10% in other years. Basically the disease is present in fruit bats without having any apparent clinical effect on them. It is known that the virus can be shed at particular times in the fluid secretions of the bat, with saliva and urine being potent sources. A relevant fact about fruit bats is that they ingest fruit and nectar, process it in their fore stomach, and then regurgitate it or “spit” it out in what are known as spats. This material has a high concentration of saliva and potentially, could be palatable to horses as in reality it is simply processed fruit material. One of the very pertinent findings reported by Dr Hume Fields, Our own leading

Queensland world authority on fruit bats, is that they have been able to find very high concentrations of virus material directly under trees in what they call the “drip zone” and almost no virus once they leave the perimeter of the trees. This area is where the spats and urine of feeding bats will be dropped and potentially an extremely high risk area for horses. These findings are not yet published but I believe that they are critical information that horse owners need to understand as it provides solid proof that there is a very real “hot zone” of opportunity for horses to become infected. The obvious outcome is that management of horses must absolutely prevent horses from access to these areas. For a horse to contract Hendra virus, they must have direct access to a source of the virus. They will not catch Hendra virus from “the wind”. Direct access to a source of the virus means either fruit bat fluids or another infected horse that is actually excreting virus. Humans then need to be exposed to fluids from a horse excreting the virus. (Nothing has ever been proven that a human could not contract the disease directly from exposure to bat fluids so always keep that in mind). A disturbing fact is that it is now known that a horse can actually secrete the virus for a short period of time before actually displaying any clinical abnormalities. (It is critical to remember that there is an incubation period of 5 – 16 days from when the horse is exposed to the virus and when it will develop signs of disease). An understanding of these simple facts regarding Hendra virus provide us with the keys to management that will allow us to eliminate, or certainly dramatically reduce, the risks from this disease.

Horse Event Biosecurity is not just about Hendra Virus – it is relevant for the control of a range of contagious equine diseases (eg Strangles, EI, etc). However, in the light of the Hendra situation, it is likely that increased biosecurity measures for all horse events will be required into the foreseeable future. All horse events should have a bio-security plan, aimed at achieving three things: the prevention of infected animals coming to the event; the prevention of the spread of any infection at the event; and the containment of any infection to that event. Obviously, if the first of these is achieved, then the other two will also be achieved. Horse Health Declaration forms: QERA now have mandatory pre-event horse health declaration forms for use at every event. These were implemented at the

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There are 3 elements to the control of Hendra Virus 1 Prevent contact between fruit bats and horses 2 Monitor your horse carefully 3 Maintain rigorous personal hygiene 1 Risk analysis Always assess the situation and circumstances surrounding yourself and your horse and make a judgement as to the possible risk of a problem. 2 Maintain a “perimeter” around your property You go to all the trouble to protect yourself and your horse. Do not rely on your neighbour to do the same. Maintain a perimeter so that horses across the fence cannot contact each other. 3 Quarantine any new horses A critical issue. Remember the incubation period where an infected horse can appear normal. Isolate any new horses that arrive at your property. Most important for spelling breeding and training farms 4 Identify all plants and trees Know the identity of all plants and trees on your property and whether they are likely to be potential food sources for bats. 5 Eliminate fruit bat food sources If you cannot remove dangerous plants or trees, at least fence them off or prevent your horse having any access.

Murrumba Ride, with very few problems, and any problems being only minor. This form is available on the QERA website. This pre-event biosecurity measure is obviously the responsibility of the horse owning member. Ride Organisers (ROs,) must make an arrangement whereby these forms can be collected on entry of horses to the ride base. Murrumba used a simple check sheet at the gate. ROs should have: a map of their ride base, with designated areas for camping, vetting, etc, with an isolation area which is separate from the horse hospital, in case a horse causes concern and the ride vet wants to quarantine the horse pending further investigation. In the event of a suspected case of Hendra Virus (HV,) it is very unlikely that the event will be locked down. One or two horse may be isolated, and contact and

6 Feed and water horses in open spaces or indoors Do not feed or water horses near any possible site where bats may feed, roost or perch. 7 Stable horses or hold in “safe” yards at night Bats are most active at night. Ideally do not allow horses outside where bats may be traversing or feeding. 8 TPR your horse daily So easy and such a basic monitor of your horses health. Any deviation in the horse’s temperature, heart rate, or respiration is something all owner’s should know and is a primary indicator of the horse’s health. 9 Clinically assess your horse Owners know their horse and intuitively will pick when the horse is not themself. Investigate thoroughly any changes in signs, symptoms or behaviour. 10 Wash your hands The most important factor of all. Strict personal hygiene is the key component in avoiding infection. 11 Wear disposable gloves Always have a box of disposable gloves on hand. Wear them if doing anything with a horse that involves contact with body fluids. 12 Wear PPE if in any doubt Do not, in any circumstances, approach or attempt to do anything potentially invasive with any suspect horse without adequate personal protection equipment. Leave it to the experts.

travelling details for all horses will be required but the most likely outcome is that most horses would be sent home with appropriate instructions given to the owners. ROs should have a contact list which includes a Biosecurity contact, as well as police and any other relevant authority. ROs should have a Biosecurity Action Plan (in writing) which details the measures to be taken at the event. All ROs have been sent a model for this. ROs should have a Risk Management Plan for HV. An example of this has been sent to all ROs. Make sure you check the QERA website for any further updates and please be patient with any increased time taken during vetting procedures.

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Kholonial Arabians salutes endurance legend Chip Chase Sadaqa. His genes live on - at Kholonial we have sons, daughters, grandsons/daughters, ggrandsons/daughters ….. CC Sadaqa has been the cornerstone in our breeding program . His stock are simply wonderful riding horses who are a pleasure to have around. Temperament top class. Once you’ve had one nothing else comes close. When only the best will do!

Abrock Noah is off on a working holiday for the coming breeding season. He will be available at :Steve and Jackie Swan’s of Widgee, to limited mares. Service Fee: POA. Phone (07) 5484 0176 Email: sjswan1@bigpond.com

Ron Bancroft :: Kholonial Frontier

Thomas Branigan :: Abrock Noah

Sonya Ryan :: Kholonial Amigo

Kholonial Peformance Arabians

Louis Ryan :: Kholonial Amigo Dom Ryan :: Abrock Ned

871 Kholo Rd KHOLO, Qld, 4306 Phone (07) 3201 2103 Mobile (0427) 012103 Email: fire_away@bigpond.com

Chip Chase Sadaqa at 31, displaying his trademark ‘Wings’ (white splash on girth)

The whole time Chip Chase Sadaqa competed as an Endurance horse during the 1980s, he was simultaneously creating an Endurance dynasty. He was a wonderful example of an old fashioned, purpose bred performance Arabian. He has been described as the consummate all-purpose athlete – a pleasure to own and outstanding to be astride.

Sadaqa, or ‘Wings’ as he was affectionately known, was truly a phenomenon on the Endurance trails. Everyone that has ever been associated with him, speaks of him in tones of awe. That he just loved to be ridden and cover ground, is legendary. Margaret Cole once said, “To ride him is like riding a bird, he is so light and covers the ground with ease.” Back in his early 20’s, it was nothing for him to be ridden 40km on the weekend just because he enjoyed the exercise.

The recent Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival created a fitting tribute to this incredible stallion, by basing the ride around ‘Sadaqa Central.’ At the pre-ride brief a photograph of Sadaqa at age 34, filled the big screen. The moment was met with a standing ovation. It was almost as though Sadaqa recognised this grand gesture of respect, for just days later at his home in Marburg, he quietly passed away.

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▲ Sadaqa displayed as a foal in a Chip Chase

Park advertisement, Hoof & Horns, 1977.

◄ The ad that started it all. Chip Chase Sadaqa

advertised for sale as a yearling in the Arabian Horse News.

Chip Chase Sadaqa was bred by John and Pam Roydhouse of Chip Chase Park in Bathurst, NSW. A purebred Arabian stallion, striking mahogany bay in colour with a modest chrome overlay which included a star, a snip, four white socks and his trademark “wings” – a white patch on his near side girth. His dam Silala (Silver Spot x Rossala) was purchased from Fenwick Stud by the Roydhouse’s as a young mare. She produced four colts and a filly; all of whom can be found in Endurance pedigrees today. That the colts all remained entire was testament to their quality – though none quite as influential as the last colt born. Sadaqa was advertised as a yearling in the Arabian Horse News, 1978. The heading says it all “Perfection” - Rare opportunity to obtain a really outstanding future sire of a quality that is seldom available for sale. Price $3000.” The photograph was a black and white head shot of a well presented, attractive Arabian colt. Endurance rider Peter Cole saw this advertisement and was so impressed by Sadaqa’s apparent quality and undeniable “eye” that he negotiated with Pam Roydhouse to buy the colt sight unseen. Pam recalled at the time she didn’t think for a minute that Sadaqa would be tried as an Endurance horse. She remembered him as a particularly stunning individual of his time and presumed that he should do very well in the showring. While Sadaqa did have an array of successes in the showring, championships both led and under saddle, it’s not for this that he is best remembered. ◄ Remember the two Branigan

men from our front cover? Here they are again with ‘Mr Sadaqa’ in 2006.

Endurance Career A true height of 15.2hh, his photos were often deceptive. Firstly, because regular rider Peter Cole, was such a giant of a man, well over 6 feet tall. Secondly, Sadaqa was extremely well balanced from a conformational viewpoint. “If you sat astride him it was amazing to feel just how much horse there was in front of you and how much power – a virtual equine V8.” Sadaqa completed two rides in 1981 as a four year old and three rides as a five year old. In 1983 Team Cole-Sadaqa gradually increased the tempo, winning rides outright and divisional (Hwt) along the way. Although it was the 11th start of his career that was to define him. As a six year old he won the Tom Quilty Gold Cup (1983) outright in a time of 11 hours 23 minutes. “The stallion romped home with ears pricked and tail held gaily...” carrying 103kg, some 40 minutes in front of the next competitor. He had covered the notoriously ardous third leg complete with the Terrabora climb in excellent form which put paid to his rivals hopes. His heart rate recoveries were brilliant - 40, 44, 46 and 44. It was an exciting win and the next day the horse looked superb. He was awarded the Settlers Arms Trophy for Best Conditioned Horse.” Chip Chase Sadaqa was duly awarded Australian National Endurance Champion in 1983. The following year (1984) the dynamic duo fronted up for their second start in the Quilty. Despite brilliant recoveries and completing the course first over the line he was shatteringly judged lame at the finish, such is the nature of Endurance. The Quilty was a double edged sword for Sadaqa - from his five starts he earned two buckles.

Not just an Endurance sire! Alamo Jeenah  (Chip Chase Sadaqa x Zara Farm Shona) is an eight year old purebred Arabian mare, owned by Sue and Toby Crockett. Jeenah, (Arabic for Wing,) and her regular rider Ruth White, have wins to their credit which include Champion Purebred Arabian under Saddle at the 2010 Brisbane Royal and Reserve Champion in Preliminary Dressage at the 2011 Australian Arabian National Championships. It is hoped Jeenah will one day compete in Endurance. It is after all, what she was bred for.

FACT FILE ▲ Ron Males flying along on ‘Wings’ (above left).

Over 20 years later these two gentlemen of Endurance would reunite at the Nanango Quilty 2008 (above right)

He redeemed himself in 1987 when he travelled to Tasmania, with Ron Males and finished the ride in 12 hours 11 minutes for 2nd Middleweight and Fittest Horse. Not long after the Tasmania Quilty (1987) Sadaqa’s career was put on hold when he suffered a fractured splint bone in a minor accident prior to the event. Sadaqa had subsequent surgery on his forelimb which wasn’t totally straight forward. It left him with phlebitis of the jugular vein, accompanying scarring and a degree of vascular disfigurement. He competed sparingly over the next few years still managing to record a time of 3hrs 24mins (2nd and BC) at the Ride Thru Hell (1989), NSW. In 1990 he journeyed to Tasmania spending five years on the Apple Isle before returning to Colo, NSW, to further establish Kurrajong Arabians. In 1995 he was retired from competition permanently and set about breeding incredible horses for the next generation of Endurance riders. In 2004, Sadaqa moved to the “custodianship” of Toft Endurance, Marburg, Queensland, where he enjoyed a private stable and generous well pastured yards on a hill-side. He was Master and Commander of his domain, with no other stallion in sight, only “his” mares and foals. He was treated with the respect and dignity that royalty dictates. It’s no exaggeration to say that year round activity of Toft Endurance revolved around him. There was great anticipation when Sadaqa made a rare appearance at the 2008 Tom Quilty Gold Cup (Nanango, Queensland.) It was to honour his inclusion by the Endurance fraternity as a “Living Legend”. Sadaqa is the first and only horse to have been honoured in this manner. More was to come. In that same year, Chip Chase Sadaqa was named the inaugural Australian recipient of the World Arabian Horse Organisation Trophy. Peter Toft has remarked that it was his privilege to be associated with him through the last years of his life. Sadaqa generated enormous respect and admiration – in the first instance because of his accomplishments and athletic prowess, but particularly as he was such a gentleman. A pure pleasure to handle and all his wonderful attributes were passed on to his progeny. Chip Chase Sadaqa – an incredible horse that has left an incredible legacy. Rest In Peace Wings. Enormous thanks to Jo Hamilton-Branigan. Jo, you do so much for the sport, not just as a Vet and Ride Organiser, but as guardian of so many wonderful Endurance treasures. Thank you for sharing your passion.

Purebred Arabian Stallion AHSA S3443 Bay, 15.2hh, Crabbet/Colonial Date of Birth: 14 Jan 1977 Sire: Cherokee Mecca (Silwan X Cherokee Royal Sarong) Dam: Silala (Silver Spot x Rossala) Total Endurance Rides................................................... 59 Completions.....................................................................47 Total Kilometres.................................................. 4,404km First Place (including a Tom Quilty Gold Cup).................... 14 First Heavyweight........................................................... 25 Top Five........................................................................... 32 Best Conditioned............................................................ 16 • The first recorded Sadaqa foal was born prior to his second birthday in 1979. It was conceived when he was barely a yearling. • Such was the nature of this horse, its been reported he could go to a ride, compete, win the ride, win Best Conditioned and then cover a mare before getting on the float to go home! • Figures calculated back in 2008, showed Sadaqa’s progeny had amassed almost 100,000km in successful completions. If you include his grandprogeny, it was an additional 50,000km. These figures were considered conservative at the time, as Sadaqa has also sired many unregistered foals. • As well as the surgery to his leg in 1987, Sadaqa also survived colic surgery at 23 years of age (2001) and Equine Influenza at age 31 (2007). • The Endurance fraternity has identified Chip Chase Sadaqa as perhaps the most successful Australian Endurance sire of all time. Testament to this is the fact that Toft Endurance, Castlebar, Razorback, Abrock, Kholonial, Harmere, Hillbrook, Bullio, Cedar Ridge, Jamal, as well as Peter Cole’s Kurrajong Stud, have based their Endurance breeding programs around him. • Just a small sample of the Sadaqa progeny includes: Magnum, Srikkanth, Kurrajong Sequel, Crystal Flyer (Hamama), Cedar Ridge Black Magic, Kurrajong Traveller, Kurrajong Concorde, Kurrajong Kaleb, Jenadale Zamara, Castlebar Gulfstream, Ralvon Zoom, Abrock Springfire and Hillbrook Drifter. • Sadaqa earnt incredible respect for his progeny, as he passed on many of the traits that contributed to his success. This prepotency is regarded as extremely rare and led to him being highly sought after by those interested in breeding Endurance horses, particularly in his later years.

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They trot through the grass without even a care, Til one day they whinny and sniff at the air. All ears prick forward, eyes sharp and alert. Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the herd.

No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness, For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness. Their limbs are restored, their health renewed. Their bodies have healed with strength imbued.

For here, between this world and the next, Is a place where beloved creatures find rest. On this golden land, they wait and they play Til the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.

By the edge of the woods, at the foot of a hill Is a lush, green paddock where time stands still. Where the friends of man and woman do run, When their time on earth is over and done.

Rainbow Bridge

For anyone that has ever loved and lost a horse...

The sadness they felt while they were apart Has turned to joy once more in each heart. They nuzzle with a love that will last forever. And then side-by-side, they cross over... together.

For just at that second, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no room for remorse. As they see each other... one person... one horse. So they run to each other, these friends from long past, The time of their parting is over at last.

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Photo :: Chip Chase Sadaqa at 31 years (Sue Crockett 2008)

THE MAN From the book, “The Quilty Stories,” by Erica Williams. Reproduced with kind permission from Erica Williams.

To thousands of Endurance rider’s, the 160km Tom Quilty Gold Cup is revered as the one ride to dream of winning or even just completing. Many may wonder who is Tom Quilty, who gave the dollars to create the cup and gave it his name? Tom Quilty lived all his life above the Tropic of Capricorn. His first home was Oakland Park an old telegraph station near Croydon, about one hundred miles south of Normanton in the Gulf Country of Western Queensland. Later his father formed Euroka Springs Station on the Flinders River, where Tom with his two brothers and three sisters grew up. In 1925 Tom left Euroka, and in partnership with his brother Paddy and father, bought Bradshaw on the Victoria River in the Northern Territory. This was said to be the largest tract of country ever held in Australia. They ran these properties together as Quilty and Sons, until Paddy’s death in 1939. In 1939 the partnership acquired Coolibah, a 500 square mile run in the Northern Territory, where Tom and his second wife Olive lived. In 1948 Tom bought Springvale in the Kimberleys and moved his family (wife Olive, and three sons by his first marriage, Rod, Basil and Mick) to live there. Basil recalls that before the new house was built they lived in a tin shed and walked a quarter of a mile to have a bath in the river. Springvale, at this time, had 8,000 head of cattle, 400 horses and comprised 320,800 acres of country, mostly rough with some good valleys and flats. Iron, lime and low grade copper could be found all over the run and the country had much the same look as the Mt. Isa region, with the same type of grass. Springvale has natural waters, the Panton, and Willogie and Bamboo Creeks, the Ord River and Foal Creek depends on permanent waterholes along these during winter as well as some bores. Tom spent the rest of his working life at Springvale and his some became established on stations of their own in the Kimberley. Rod, the eldest, held Lansdowne, 777,772 acres: Basil was at Bedford Downs, 906,456 acres; Mick ran Ruby Plains about 1,000,000 acres and brother in law Pat Underwood managed Inverway, 1,436,000 acres. Like Tom, all Quilty men are tough and competent ‘do-ityourself’ types. All are sound cattlemen who owned and managed their own country. In his day the very mention of Tom Quilty’s name around the campfires, bought a hushed silence. He was the master. In his younger days there were few who could stay with him, mustering the wild cattle out of the ranges. He was a hard man to keep up with when he was working the camps and used to go all day and sometimes all night. He was tough too. Once, when chasing a bullock down the side of a river, his horse fell on the rocks and rolled over him, crushing his chest. He lay all night, got on another horse and began the next day’s work. Tom was always in the saddle and the tales of his ability as a horseman are many. They were everyday occurrences to him. He used to ride one hundred miles from Euroka to Cloncurry just to send a telegram! For years while out in the camp, his staple diet was corned beef, damper and golden syrup. His cure-all has always been Epsom salts, claiming that it prevented Barcoo rot if you took it every day.

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Even at eighty years of age he was a ruggedly built man, with a straight back and a powerful barrel chest. He had a strong square head and a poker face hiding an irrepressible wit. An old knee injury was the only reason for keeping him out of the stock camp gathering up the cleanskins, but he could still ride all day. Tom Quilty took great pride in his cattle, originally Red Polls crossed with Shorthorns, but in later years he introduced Brahman blood. Horses were his special pride and joy and he owned some good ones. One of his favorites was Bemi, which he used for cutting out the bullocks on the open camp. Good thoroughbred sires were used over the station mares. Every year a team of their station bred horses would compete at the Hall’s Creek race meeting to try to win the Hall’s Creek Cup and they succeeded on three occasions. This amazing man also wrote poetry and in 1958, published a book of verse “The Drover’s Cook and other Verses”. He generously donated all the proceeds from its sale to the Inland Mission and the Royal Flying Doctor Service. The Drover’s Cook has been made popular by the singing legend Slim Dusty. His poetry ranges over many subjects: characters he had known, the life in the cattle camps, his love of the bush in all its aspects and his personal views on life, love and society. It is not all ‘great’ poetry but much of it has real merit and is an interesting insight into the heart of the man. Tom Quitly was a generous man. He gave $1,000 to his friend R.M. Williams to sponsor the fledgling sport of Endurance riding. He thought it was a good thing for modern riders to have the chance to prove themselves and their horses over a distance of 100 miles, as his generation of cattle men had done in their everyday working lives. As one of his close relatives said “He was a great man who has done great things, generous to a fault, a good friend and forgiving enemy”. One of his favorite sayings was “live long and die happy” and he used to sign his letters to special friends, “Cheerio old stallion, mine’s a rum”. In 1973 Thomas John Quilty was awarded the O.B.E. for his long service to the cattle industry. He and his family had always owned and worked their way own land taking up country and improving it with fencing, yards, bores for water and homesteads. Tom Quilty became a legend in his own lifetime, born April 1st but certainly no fool. His last year was spent in retirement on a farm at Capel, Western Australia with Olive, where it was closer to medical attention at Perth. It must have broken his heart to leave his horses and cattle at Springvale and the Kimberley where he had spent so many happy, busy years. He died on the 23rd November 1979, aged ninety-three. To get your copy of this fascinating book, please contact Erica: ericaw@icr.com.au

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Less than two months to go and the Committee is working hard to bring you a an exciting event. Its been a wet winter, but the September forecast is dry so the course should be great! As long as you do some hill training (not mountains, just hills,) I’m sure a fit horse will cope well with the course and you’ll get a chance to enjoy the scenery. A couple of important notes Due to the outbreaks of Hendra in the eastern states, we have been advised to increase our Biosecurity Plan. Could all Queensland riders please supply the PIC number for the property where there horse is kept, when they do their nominations. If your horses is agisted, please ask the landowner. PIRSA has asked us to collect this information to assist in the unlikely event of a horse becoming ill at the Quilty. All Vets will be aware of treatment and necessary precautions and a quarantine area will be set aside in case. Please consider keeping a temperature log for you horse if you are going to be on the road for a few days. Powered Sites: There were only a few available. If you were lucky enough to secure one, please make sure your extension cord is tested, tagged and dated. Cords with outdated tags will be removed. Vehicles on Base: Due to limited room, only one car per float will be allowed. Other vehicles will have to park outside. Quad bikes must observe the 10kph speed limit and all vehicles are asked to display hazard lights when moving around the ride base. Quilty Dinner: We have capped sales at 160, so get your tickets soon. $40 gets you a delicious three course meal with a band and bar. A great place to unwind after a strenuous week and reminisce about the ride. Merchandise: We will be filling another order soon or there will be a stall at the ride base. Wednesday night will be our gourmet BBQ and the opening of ‘The Checkpoint’, our bar and entertainment area. Local musicians will play great background music for you while you relax over a quiet drink without leaving the base. If you do want to get away, there are two friendly pubs in walking distance.

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Ride Report

Dianne Kupsch :: 80km

Debra, Scarlett and Hannah McQueen :: 40km

Jasmine Shields :: 80km

The Clarence-Coff’s Endurance Riders Inc held the Upper Corindi Rides over the weekend of 16th and 17th July. On Saturday we had a 22km Intro ride and on Sunday, 40km and 80km rides. Due to extreme weather conditions in the lead up to the ride, we had to go with plan B – a slightly less interesting, but very safe all weather track. Four weeks prior to the ride the club had a track clearing day and cut out huge amounts of lantana and wattle that threatened to engulf our tracks. One week later we were hit with the worst flood we have seen in the area. It wreaked havoc with our tracks and took out the concrete bridge on the road in to the ride base. By this stage we wondered if it was worth attempting to run the ride, but Malcolm persevered with clearing and club members came to help whenever they could. Then it started to rain again, and we got another 60ml of water onto an already waterlogged course. That was when plan B was implemented, meaning quite a few of the twice cleared tracks, could not be used. Then horses started being diagnosed with Hendra. Not only in Queensland, but just north and just south of us. I rang our wonderful head vet Alan Giles who had already been giving the matter some thought. He rang Brian Sheahan to find out if there was an official protocol and was told it was in process, but that they would recommend asking for a 3 day temperature log from all entrants and that TPR’s and vets use gloves and disinfectant. That seemed do-able, so I sent out emails to everyone who had prenominated and hoped for the best. As we counted down the days to the ride, the forecast was for more rain! It didn’t eventuate, but between the forecast, Hendra and another ride being scheduled for the following weekend not far from us, our ride numbers suffered significantly. Fortunately for us, one of the three vets we had booked was unable to attend at the last minute and Alan said he would manage with two. Please remember that if you prenominate and can’t attend, let the organisers know beforehand if at all possible. It can mean the difference between a ride continuing and a ride folding due to lack of funds. To add the final insult on Saturday, while the Intro’s were riding and the office in full swing taking entries for the other two rides, the database on the ride computer gave up the ghost. Computer experts appeared as if by magic, but despite many valiant efforts, it was not going to work. Dee Berry even offered to do a rescue mission and drive down with another computer. Thank you Dee! But we decided to spare her the drive and do it all the old fashioned way, by hand on master sheets. We had 12 brave souls in the Intro ride and 11 completed. At least three of those plan on going on to do a 40km at the next ride they can get to. There were 21 riders in the 40km and 26 in the 80km. Of the 21 trainers, 19 were successful and in the 80 there was one vet out and two withdrawals. Once again we had riders who rode to the conditions and a very high success rate. Thank you to all riders for taking such care with their horses. In the vet ring our Chief Steward Michael Coombes, reported a 100% compliance with the temperature log, even from the Intro riders. There was no complaining that vetting took longer due to glove changing and hand washing. The vets took temperatures instead of TPR’s doing it to avoid any risk. Despite everything, the weekends weather was great for riding. Saturday was very cold, with a couple of tiny showers and Sunday was just beautiful. The dinner on Saturday night was very well attended, with some of the Intro riders taking horse’s home and coming back for dinner. Everyone had a great time, eating the fantastic French feast and then chatting by the giant bonfire.

Terri McLeod :: Intro Ride

Junior 1st 5:24 BC Rachael Townsend Chingford Blaze Away 2nd 6:56 Jasmine Shields Woodbourne Betty 3rd 7:03 Rhiannon Corney Bonnie Downs Samir Lightweight 1st 5:33 Annette Chamberlain Annordean Lady Lily =2nd 6:29 BC Xanthe Webb Sahateyn Romeo =2nd 6:29 Caroline Windle Serena Rosetta =2nd 6:29 Christine Christie Duke =2nd 6:29 Ros Ryan Rainbows Reach Scout Middleweight 1st 5:24 BC James Lillyman Meadowbrook Rhapsody =2nd 6:03 Tracy Hutchinson Beauval Feadora =2nd 6:03 Judy Burton Woodbourne Bikini Heavyweight 1st 5:33 BC Matthew Gadsby Dardanga Fingal 2nd 6:29 Phil Coleman Alnotarj Statistic 3rd 6:51 Selwyn Nix Dunbar Mahadik For full ride results visit: www.endurancedb.com.au

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News for your next campfire Tom McCormack

NSWERA Member 22507

August 3rd 2011

AERA President The AERA held its second meeting of the year from the 15th-17th July in Brisbane. The agenda was extremely full and we addressed all but the late agenda items. The major issues were as follows. Hendra Virus With the emergence of the Hendra virus in recent months in both QLD and NSW, the AERA considered relevant Risk Management strategies for our Sport. The AERA recommends that members follow the expert advice as provided on the relevant State DPI websites. In addition both QLD and NSW SMCs will be developing appropriate risk management strategies for their respective circumstances and members are required to follow these policies when issued. Our rules currently require a mandatory necropsy should a horse die during, or as a result of an Endurance event. As a consequence of Hendra and other possible zoonotic diseases, the AERA has reconsidered the mandatory requirement and replaced it with a risk based assessment to be undertaken by the Veterinarian. Rules are currently being re-worded and a risk assessment document written which will be passed to relevant Veterinary personnel for comment and revision when completed. In the interim, the intent of the new rule is being communicated to Vets and Chief Stewards. Constitutional Review Progress continues on the review of the AERA Constitution and a probable change in legal structure. A draft should soon be ready for release to State SMCs for consideration and feedback. Following this process a further draft will be circulated for membership consideration and feedback. The goal is to take the new Constitution / structure to each AGM this year for ratification with implementation during 2012 once all the necessary documentation has been completed. International Endurance Forum A de-brief from the organisers of the IEF confirmed that the event was extremely successful and very well attended. The feedback was very positive with valuable information provided on a wide range of topics. EA – AERA Agreement The EA-AERA affiliation agreement has not been signed and negotiations continue. The unresolved issues relate to the use of FEI passports and possible EA Endurance membership. Tom Quilty Website The AERA has registered the domain name www.tomquilty.com. au. This will be a dedicated website for the Tom Quilty. Future TQ Committees will not have to register their own web domains and will be provided free access to this website to design, manage and maintain their own dedicated webpage. Past TQ committees can have their files archived on this website at no cost. This will rationalize the many different web pages that have been created over the years and provide cost savings to future TQ Committees. If previous TQ Committees still have their web files they can forward them to the AERA webmaster for placement on the new domain. First year of AERA State Grants Since the first AERA meeting in March, all States have been issued with uniform course marking materials and reflective tape. Delegates reported that this was well received by the general membership. Discussions are under way as to what items will be in the next round of grants. Database Steve Swan has made good progress with the database development. A full specification for the database has been graciously written by QERA member Madelaine Fisher and is

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near completion. The developer has provided a recommendation regarding an operating platform for the database which is being assessed. Once the platform is agreed and the specifications completed a teleconference will be held with key users for a review prior to a 2 month development period after which field testing will begin. Tom Quilty Preparations for the SA Tom Quilty in September at Mt. Pleasant are progressing extremely well and a professional event is assured. The AERA would like to thank Jean Sims and her Committee for a very thorough and professional approach and wish the SA Tom Quilty Committee many “bums in saddles” for the event. At the meeting more schedules were tabled and adopted providing clarity for future Tom Quilty Committees in relation to Vets and Chief Stewards with regard to numbers required the selection process and cost allocation. RULE CHANGES 2nd Vote - Elevator Training Rides The amendment to the rules to permit Elevator Training Rides was passed unanimously on its second vote and will become effective from 01/01/2012. 1st Vote - Trot outs on a post ride represent. It was noted that vets have asked for horses to represent which had successfully withdrawn from the event in accordance with the relevant rule(s). At the represent the horse was trotted out and was judged lame and the withdrawn was changed to a Vet Out lame. This is not the intent of the relevant rule and so a motion to amend the rule was tabled to clarify that horses are not be trotted for a post ride represent. The motion was passed unanimously on its first vote. 1st Vote - Recording of vetting time for Early Present Vetting. VERA presented a motion to permit the actual time that a horse presents for early vetting to be recorded in the logbook. The motion was lost. 1st Vote - A novice horse may only enter 2 rides in any 22 day period. QERA presented a motion that a novice horse may only enter 2 rides in any 22 day period. The motion was passed. 1st Vote – Use of hobbles at events. WAERA presented a motion to permit the use of hobbles in certain circumstances at events. The motion was lost. There were several more items discussed too numerous to list here. Suffice to say, I am promoting a period of review within the AERA and challenging all of us at the table to review how and why we do things, what do we do well, what we do poorly and how will we improve. We re-structured the agenda for the last meeting and I suggest it was successful in keeping the meeting focused and progressing. The AERA is embracing new technologies with sub committees now utilizing teleconferences on 4 occasions which is an extremely cost effective method to progress issues between meetings. Finally, our thoughts and best wishes go to Roy Noble our Treasurer and to Anne Jones our Secretary who have both had major health challenges recently. All the best Roy and Anne for full and speedy recoveries. Safe and enjoyable riding to all.

Cooroora Allyjah (Prince Rasheyd {imp. UK} x Cooroora Allure)

15hh with top quality Crabbet, Russian and Egyptian bloodlines. Shown lightly at halter for championships at each show. For photos and information regarding this young stallion, please contact us. Stud fee: $660.00 AI or natural service, LFG. Contact: Jackie or Geoff Richards Phone: 07 5485 1544 â&#x20AC;˘ Mobile: 0416 284 112 Email: cooroorastables@skymesh.com.au Photo :: Sharon Meyers Spring 2011 I Queensland Endurance

Narelle Cribb and Jan Tyrell

Mr Ian Williams

Robyn Mather, Brian Sheahan, Dr Jim Bryant and Chris Gates

Professor Bashir Ahmad Fateh

SQUAD NEWS July 2011

With Barbara Macdonald Timms Squad Manager Pictured above, images from the Australasian Endurance Conference, Brisbane.

Announcement of Long List Young Riders World Championships Abu Dhabi 2011 Horse and rider combinations in alphabetical order. The following combinations have fulfilled the qualifications as required by the FEI Endurance Rules (Art. 816.3.1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 816.3.11) and have attained AES Level 4 (Young Riders).

Georgia Toft :: Bremervale Arrogance

Alexandra Toft

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Allix Jones

Castlebar Moonlight, Castlebar Topaz

Brook Warner

Kunama Safira, Quinta Essentia

Georgia Toft

Bremervale Arrogance, Zalman

Talea Hasko-Stewart

Blakes Heaven Bombora, Blakes Heaven Venus

The AES congratulates these young riders and their horses in achieving the qualifications necessary to represent Australia at the forthcoming World Championships. This is an exciting and experienced group of young riders and certainly have the ability to bring home medals. Chef d Equipe for the Australian Team is Mark Freeman. Team Veterinarian is Narelle Cribb from Victoria. The short list of four riders and five horses will be announced on 30th September (the Barossa Ranges Quilty.) The Team will leave for Abu Dhabi mid November.

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Barb Macdonald Timms AES Manager

Squad Camp The annual AES Squad camp will be held this year at the Barossa Ranges Quilty, South Australia. The date is Wednesday 28th September and will run from 10am to 3pm at a venue close to the ride base. The program will include:

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I am very pleased that the Queensland Endurance Newsletter has afforded me the opportunity to write a column for your “new style” Newsletter. One word describes your new newsletter – impressive! There is no doubt in my mind that Endurance in Queensland is thriving!

isplay of saddle D fitting and suitable saddle types with Bates saddlery.

I was at both the Toorbul rides this year. Both these rides matched the standards of major overseas rides that I have been to in France, Italy and the UAE.

orse care, nutrition H and maximizing the right electrolyte and feed additives - Dr Peter Huntington

So let’s all rise to the challenge and strive to be the best.

ideo presentations V of trot ups and you can vet a horse out! Good presentations at the vet gate - Kristie Taprell

The committee provided good spectator vantage points throughout the ride base. We need to have spectators in our sport and look after them, but not detract from the competition of the riders/horses and everything that this entails. Spectators appreciate informative and vibrant comment that allows them to appreciate what is going on. For example, understanding how important the heart rate is and how the speed at which the horses HR reduces down to 64 at the vet gate is all important. It needs to be explained that HR is influenced by many things – the way the horse has been ridden, how it is crewed and their genetics, all will effect the rate of the recovery.

anaging the risks M when riding at speed Dr Anne Barnes

These two events have set a new standard for rides and it would be great to see this quality of ride presentation continue in Australia for our bigger rides be they AERA or FEI. The big screen was great! Having the live picture and commentary sent real time overseas and to worldwide news channels was a huge plus. I don’t think we realise how much things like this do for our sport, great PR for Endurance and showcased the sport in Australia.

The Equine trade outlets were well represented, the street look shopfronts were inviting. Always good to have the chance of a little retail therapy during the event.

aring for the Health C and Welfare of our Young Riders – Dr Trish Mackay Annetts

It would be great if more of our rides incorporated an experienced equine announcer commenting in the real time on activities ‘on track’ and in the ‘vet ring’. This type of reporting makes for an informative and exciting presentation without undue distraction for competitors and/or their horses.

ider fitness and R good nutrition - James Sheahan Registered Fitness Professional & Fitness Australia. Crossfit Northside Brisbane.

Questions to Meg

uestion and Answer Q sessions Chaired by Mark Freeman eet the Young Riders M Australian Team competing in Abu Dhabi

For future issues I welcome your questions at desertendurance@hotmail.com Please put the subject as ‘Queensland Newsletter’ otherwise I will delete. For those who may not be familiar with my Endurance history, here is a little more about me. Margaret Wade (Meg) has been awarded Australian rider of the year for ten years and has also won the Tom Quilty four times (2000, 2001, 2003 and 2008) and holds two Tom Quilty buckles. Represented Australia at four Endurance World Championships, three team bronze medals, best individual place 4th at the 2002 World Championships in Spain I sustained a near fatal accident on the 12th April 2009 at the Tumbarumba Endurance 100km ride. Approximately 10km from the finish, I had just passed through a checkpoint. No one saw what happened next, but a following rider saw a riderless horse and found me on the ground unconscious.

This camp is open to all endurance riders and include tea, coffee and biscuits lunch will be provided.

Dr Trish Annetts and the Tumbarumba Ambulance were the first people to attend where they graded me at a 3 on the Glasgow Coma Scale. The scale is 3 – 15, with 3 being the worst. I was airlifted by the Snowy Hydro Helicopter to Canberra Hospital and placed in an induced coma for a few weeks then was in PTA (post traumatic amnesia,) for nearly three months.

Cost: Squad members – no charge, non-Squadees $20.00. Bookings appreciated.

When I finally ‘woke up’ I was moved to Epworth Hospital where I stayed until discharge on the 25th February 2010. My road to recovery has included riding with the Melbourne RDA and Hippotherapy on the 9th November 2010 and the completion of a 5km Introductory ride at Moora VIC on the 21st May 2011. Spring 2011 I Queensland Endurance

How to become a The Chief Steward makes sure the ride base and course are safe for horses, competitors, officials, volunteers and any visiting public. They approve officials and oversee the ride organisational operations.

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In consultation with the Head Vet, the Chief Steward will set out the vetting area and makes sure this area is running smoothly during competition. The running of the ride course during an event, is also the Chief Stewards responsibility. Another important duty of the Chief Steward is to check the ID of a horse before commencing pre-ride vetting. The Chief Steward must ensure that all paperwork relating to an event is in order and will be sent to the appropriate recipients. You will need to be a good communicator, have patience, be assertive and enjoy the role. Rule A9, page 3 in the AERA rule book, sets out the basic Chief Stewards responsibilities. To become accredited, there are some simple procedures to follow. You must be a member of a state division of AERA, have a thorough knowledge of the AERA rules and understand how an affiliated ride is conducted. You must have been an accredited TPR Steward for at least 3 months and have worked as an accredited TPR at minimum 3 rides. You then need to apply to your State Management Committee (SMC) to be considered as a Chief Steward and you must be nominated by an existing Chief Steward. The SMC will consider the application and determine if the applicant has approval to proceed.

QERA requires Chief Stewards to run rides. The more Chief Stewards there are, the easier it is for Ride Organisers to fill this pivotal position. If you have been a TPR Steward for at least 3 months, then becoming a Chief Steward could be for you! The role of a Chief Steward (CS) at an Endurance Ride is to run the event in an orderly manner and to assure the AERA rules and guidelines are followed.

On approval, you then need to do a written exam, an oral exam and a practical horse identification exam. On successful completion of these examinations, you then need to work under an accredited Chief Steward for at least 3 rides, performing all the relevant tasks. Each accredited Chief Steward you were working with will complete an assessment form, which then goes to the SMC for approval. Once approved, you will receive full accreditation and will be placed on the AERA Accredited Chief Stewards list. If you are at all interested in proceeding to become a Chief Steward, then please contact your State Chief Steward Liaison Officer.

QERA Library Books and videos are lent to QERA members FREE OF CHARGE, you only pay return postage (full terms and conditions can be found at aera.asn.au/qera). Rachel Kuns does a fabulous job of maintaining the QERA library, so contact her today or visit the website for a full listing of available resources. Its a great way to learn more about Endurance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the sport, the horses and the people.

Contact: Rachel Kuns 623 Cedar Creek Road, Cedar Creek, QLD, 4520 Ph: 07 3102 1269 I Mob: 0427 313 603 I Email: Rachel.Kuns@qimr.edu.au 34

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Ride Report - June/July 2011

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The 2011 Pioneer Trek saw riders from as far as Mackay, Townsville, Bowen and local areas around Cairns and the Tablelands, converge on the Tepon Equestrian grounds at Wondelca. They arrived to settle in for five days of social, training and competitive rides. Many visitors from Southern Queensland have been attending the Pioneer Trek for consectutive years, bringing family and friends to enjoy a week of camping during the school holidays, in beautiful rainforest. We always enjoy seeing old and new faces at rides, and offer true hospitality to our visitors, hoping they will return for years to come. The feature event, a gruelling 400km trek over five days, was undertaken by four keen riders with fit, hardy horses. They took to the tracks before daylight, day after day for the mammoth task of completing this challenging ride. Day one saw Gail Hamilton on Warabong Challenge, Janet Fornier on Shambala Synibar, Melissa Longhurst on Pioneed Park Amurra and Alwyn Torenbeek, set out at 5am full of enthusiasm. This first day saw the riders traverse the demanding ‘Iron Cloud’ followed by the ‘Bradlaugh’ which is less demanding, but rough underfoot in the mountains. Unfortunately, Alwyn had concerns about his horses back being sore and decided to withdraw. Its a very difficult decision to withdraw from such a ride, but commendable that Alwyn pl aced the health of his horse before his desire to take on the entire course. Day two saw the three remaining riders set off in to the dark with some unwelcome drizzling rain. It was the ‘Wombat Wobble’ covering some roads and pretty forestry track, followed by ‘The Drovers Track’ around the back of Herberton and into the mountains. All three horses passed the veterinary examination with flying colours. Day three covered one of the most demanding tracks known as ‘The Empress’. This part of the ride

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travels down into the sandy valleys of the Walsh River area and then climbs back up through some of the older mine areas. It includes stones and was slippery underfoot due to the rain. The second leg of this day covered the ‘Cow Cockies Trail,’ a nice, easy going track. Again, the three remaining riders all passed. Day four was a pretty track but the extremely slippery underfoot. Riders travelled down in to the Barron river country, then back up in to the hills. The afternoon saw them traverse the ‘Tepon Access Track’ which is flat with a fair amount of road work. Once again, the three horses looked a picture of health as they trotted out for the vets, coats shining and muscles rippling. Day five – the hardest day for any marathon rider. The horses travelled along quite well but for each rider, every kilometre is met with a little more tension. They started with the ‘Challenge Leg,’ again very demanding on the horses because 90% was on hard, gravel roads. Sadly it was this leg that saw Janet Fornier’s horse Shambala Synibar, vet out lame. A sad moment for any rider. And so it was that Gail and Melissa would leave base on the final leg of the Pioneer Trek. Both girls would have been very anxious to have this leg finished and vetted through. 14kms in and Melissa was slightly ahead of Gail when tragedy struck. Melissa’s horse took fright and she was struck from her horse. She had badly injured her hip and head. Gail caught up to her and they slowly made their way along the road but it wasn’t long before Melissa’s injuries got the better of her, and she was unable to continue. An ambulance was called and her horse returned to camp. Pioneer Park Amurra passed by the vet, looking fit and well, but as Melissa hadn’t finished, she was out of the competition. A very sad moment that was felt by all. Gail continued on and back at camp everyone waited for the call, ‘here she comes!’. When they arrived, Gail and Warabong Challenge were greeted by an applauding welcoming party. After her final weigh in, everyone waited in anticipation for the final vet check. All eyes were on the vet John Robertson, who after checking him and viewing the

◄ Congratulations Gail Hamilton and Warabong Challenge, winners of the 2011 Pioneer Trek. Spring 2011 I Queensland Endurance

trot out, gave this brilliant horse the thumbs up. The moment was met with clapping and cheering from everyone present. The next morning Challenge completed his fittest horse workout in fine form, ready to go out again if asked. Congratulations to Gail and Challenge for again completing the ultimate test of Endurance – the great 400km Pioneer Trek. This ride is run to commemorate our forefathers who fought great hardship and carved a way for us to follow. Supporting this event were the 80km, 40km and 20kms riders, who each day followed the same tracks as the Marathon riders. Two of our regular visiting riders, Briony Ledingham on Gemma and Allan Edwards on Petite Cheval, decided to do five x 80km rides without competing in the marathon, and both successfully completed all five rides! The daily 20, 40 and 80km rides attracted a large number of participants and the percentage of completions was extremely high. That shows that riders were taking

special care of their horses on track, and riding with respect to the weather and track conditions. The committee and members of the Far North Endurance Riders Association would like to thank everyone who made the journey North to support our ride. We greatly appreciate the effort you all made. We would also like to thank the Chief Stewards and TPR’s who assisted our vet, John Robertson. We also thank Tableland Radio and Electronics Club, who manned the checkpoints thoughout the wet, cold week.

If you missed this ride, why not try the Cordillera Trail? Its three days of magnificent riding from 25th - 27th September 2011. Come along and enjoy 3 x 20km, 3 x 40km and 3 x 80km rides. Nominations are essential and require a $20 booking fee. Please contact Janet on 4096 2777 or email jfornier@bigpond.net.au

Introducing “Rowallan

Kasar”

Glenallan Nomad(dec) x Wagga Kaskin(dec) 15.2hh “Rowallan Kasar” is a lovely placid horse with exceptional movement. He has numerous progeny competing in NSW and Overseas. “Kasar” is by Glenallan Nomad who had 36 starts with no vet outs. This included rides 60 to 250km, with 14 wins, 19 place’s and 3 completions. Wagga Kaskin is the mother of 5 horses exp to the UAE and Malaysia, including Rowallan Kassidy 2nd LWT & 11th overall at the 2001 WA Quilty.

“GREYWOOD ARABIANS” Tamborine Village Qld 36 Chris Queensland Endurance I 0409 Spring 2011 Contact Sharrock 892 048 • greywoodarabians@yahoo.com.au

Standing at stud to a strictly limited number of mares. Enquire now to secure a booking. $800 purebreds $650 part breds

EXCITING NEW NORTHERN RIVERS ZONE RIDE!

WIANGAREE TWILIGHT RIDE Kyogle Country Endurance Riders Inc, invites you to come ride through our picturesque valleys at the foot of the Border Ranges National Park. Due to the time of year this will be a twilight ride so charge your torches! Choose from an 80km, 40km or an Intro ride. DATE:

29th-30th October 2011

BASE: At the campdraft grounds in the village of Wiangaree. Wiangaree is located on the Summerland Way approx 15km north of Kyogle and 40km south of the Mount Lyndsay border crossing. Arrows will be up to direct you into the base off the Summerland Way. There are showers/toilets, no powered sites. Horse water supplied, bring your own drinking water. The village has a shop with most basic items but no fuel. Fuel is available south at Kyogle or north at Grevillia, Woodenbong, Rathdowney and Beaudesert. Base opens Friday afternoon. TRACK: A combination of flat and undulating terrain with a few hillier sections. A bit of everything underfoot travelling over gravel roads with good verges, farmland and private forestry trails. Both natural and trough water on track. Suitable for well conditioned novice horses. CATERING:

Available from lunchtime Saturday.

DOGS:

On leads please.

PROGRAM: Saturday • Nominations from 8.00am. • Pre-ride vetting from 10.00am • 80km Pre-ride talk 2.15 pm-start 2.30pm • 40km and Intro pre-ride 2.45pm-start 3pm Sunday • 8.30am Best Conditioned workouts • 10.30am Presentations NB: NSW daylight savings time applies. Start times subject to change depending on weather. BORDER CROSSING: The tick gate at Mt Lyndsay unmanned - you must book a time and be through by 5pm. Tick gate at Kirra-open till 7.30pm and you must also book. Bookings: 07 5536 1290 BIOSECURITY: Complete the QERA health check form, follow updates and advice from your dpi. NOMINATIONS: By 17th October to Rachael Keys (secretary): rachaelkeys@optusnet.com.au (02) 6633 1285 or Debra McQueen (president) (02) 6636 2448 SPONSORS: B & B Produce-Kyogle The Rugmaker Horseland-Lismore Dave Meale-Hay Supplies B & B Produce-Lismore KCER Nix Endurance logo design: Chingford Arabians Fernleigh Springs Tall Poppy Garden Design Spring 2011

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Wunderful Widgee Ride Report

July 2011

The first ride of the 2011 Walkabout Series was run at Widgee on July 10th. After some days of uncertainty caused by the outbreaks of Hendra virus and how it should be dealt with it from a ride management point of view, the ride organisers were bolstered by the positive support of their vet team, who steered them through some straightforward procedures to manage the weekend. Consequently all went well for Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pre-ride, with 80 horses entering the 83km Open and 26 in the 40km Trainer. So Sunday at 4.30am, 8o energized horses and riders left the warmth of their camps to venture into a frost laden minus 1 degree morning. The cold start soon gave way to a clear crisp day, that proved to be perfect for the ride.

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The horses were soon in the forest and stretching out for the 43km first leg, through statuesque Hoop pine forests and gnarly vine scrub, as they criss-crossed Widgee creek and some smaller tributaries. Then into the hills for some hard work, climbing Fig Tree Hill, down the Hidden Valley, round Tobacco Road and up the Jump Up, Hi Ho Hi Ho, to find relief in a long slow descent back to the creek. Then 14km home through undulating open grazing country as the sun re-asserted itself with some welcoming warmth. In 1st from leg 1 were MW Wayne McKinnon on Dunbar Lexus, LW Christine Christie on Reg and Junior David Anderson on Hillbrae Kazsan, all in 2hrs 26 minutes. Three minutes behind followed HW Olaf Lochtenberg on Matta Mia Akwaseh, MW Stephen Gray on Kasbah Kid, LW Jeanna Maher on Red Gum Trinket and Junior Tim Sutcliffe on Haftado Double Identity, then soon after MW Tanya Trevarthon on Sarandeep. The rest of the field finished the first distance over the next hour and a half, and all bar seven were able to head back out for another 40kms. As the Open horses and riders were heading home the 26 Training Riders and horses were just beginning, with a 6.30 start sending them off for their adventure. The numbers were made up of a number of experienced riders giving young horses some experience, and some Endurance beginners finding out what it is all about. From all reports they all enjoyed their day, with all bar three training riding combinations being successful.

Janelle Taylor :: Glenewan Scout Celeste Manwaring :: Jum Jum Silver Storm

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Gavin Bartlett :: Beau

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Scott Barker :: Mystical Cynika

Leigh Rich :: Leondon Maritz Jackie Gilks :: Reid River Reflectshin e

All photos in the Wunderful Widgee ride report were supplied courtesy of Vera Bizzell. If you would like to purhase a photo from Vera (or just say thank you) you can email her at widgeebiz@spiderweb.com.au or visit her website www.widgeebiz.zenfolio.com From the Ride Organisers (and the Editor,) thank you Vera! Gavin Bartlett (sponsor) with Steph

en Gray (MW BC)

Much of the forest area normally available is currently being harvested, so the 2nd leg of the Open covered much of the same ground as the first, with the added benefit of some daylight, to see both the track and the sights. Most combinations kept to similar speeds in this leg, and after some tactical adjustments through the hills and back through the open country two Middleweights were in first, Wayne McKinnon and Stephen Gray, finishing together in 4hours and 44minutes. Dunbar Lexus and Kasbah Kid both vetted well, so the MW division had dual winners, with Kasbah Kid also taking out Best Conditioned. The big men were next, with Ian Davidson first in 4 hrs 47 minutes, and Olaf Lochtenberg one minute behind. Ianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mount, Sundust Flame, also won Best Conditioned. Then the Lightweights, with Jeanna Maher completing in 5 hours neat, and Christine Christie in 5.06. At presentation Christine and Reg were over the moon to win the Best Conditioned award, a first for them. Timothy Sutcliffe was making the most of flying solo, and rode consistently to come in as first Junior in 5.06, one minute in front of David Anderson. Tim and Haftado Double identity were crowned BC as well. Timâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sister Gemma also had a first, completing her first training ride, bringing a big smile to mum Sue.

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For full ride results visit www.endurancedb.com.au Led by Angus Young, the Vets were a happy crew, a voluble and communicative bunch. Happy because of the sensible riding that brought no equine hospital treatments, happy because they too were enjoying a weekend away, and happy because of the neverending supply of biscuits and cake. With perfect riding weather, great country to ride through, and the great number of smiling faces used as a gauge, the event can certainly be considered a great success, a wunderful weekend. The Walkabout Series will continue with the Biggenden Ride on 24th & 25th September, then finish up at Kilkivan on 15th & 16th October. These will be excellent rides, so see you there! Delma Clements :: Kynnum Park Shaniko

Maurice Gray :: Sandine Diesel

Ken Moir (Widgee President) with Justin Schooth (Treatment Vet & Major sponsor) and Christine Christie (LW BC)

Bridget MacIntyre :: Poede Ashanti

Kasey Anderson

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Endurance Horse Part Two continued from the Winter edition of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Queensland Endurance,â&#x20AC;? by Carol Layton B.Sc, M.Ed, an independent equine nutritionist.

The basic nutritional management for horses should be the same, whether you have a much loved member of the family in the back paddock or are feeding an athlete to win an endurance ride; the ultimate goal in feeding should be to have a healthy horse able to perform at the best of his ability at his level of fitness and conditioning with a robust immune system.

Nutrients in brief (continued) Electrolytes Electrolytes are unbound (not attached to a protein) ionised (charged, +ve, -ve) mineral. When we talk about electrolytes, we usually mean: sodium (Na), chloride (Cl), potassium (K) and bicarbonate (HCO3) and calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg). Electrolytes are very important and are utilised in many different ways by the body, such as the production and secretion of sweat, saliva, intestinal tract fluid, urine and mucous, hydration, heart contraction, involuntary/smooth (intestinal tract amongst others) and voluntary (skeletal) muscle contractions, nerve function. There are many, many others. When a vet pinches the skin to form a tent they are getting an indication of sodium deficiency. Electrolyte levels in the blood are tightly regulated by hormones. A horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s internal systems will do everything to avoid the concentrations of electrolytes changing in the blood. If sodium is low, the body will draw the sodium ions from the extracellular spaces (outside the cells) and you get that tented look on a sodium deficient horse. After a workout, if the horse is sodium deficient (standard for a horse in heavy work from sweating) then sodium will be drawn out of the skeleton to maintain that all important concentration in the blood stream and this is likely to occur for 2 to 3 days depending on the electrolyte sources such as grass/hay/feed and salt added to a meal. The horse will urinate less and conserve

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Ardai and Kalkadoon Viva enjoy a post-electrolyte drink.

sodium and water to maintain sodium concentration in the blood. To minimise having sodium pulled from the extracellular spaces and bones then it is very important to replenish electrolytes after a big workout. Sweat is in the composition of 2:1:3.8 for Na:K:Cl. Sodium is involved in many, many cellular processes including muscle contraction and the movement of glucose into the cell where it becomes metabolised in the mitochondria to produce energy. If sodium is deficient because it has been drawn into the bloodstream to maintain concentration then it causes impaired performance. As little as 2 to 3% dehydration can lead to a 10% drop in performance. All equine diets are low in sodium and usually chloride, forage provides around 0.2 g of sodium per kilogram where the requirement is almost 2g/kg. If the sodium and chloride levels in the diet are unknown, 2 tablespoons of salt should be supplemented per day and double that for horses in hot/humid environments and even more if in work. All forages are a rich source of potassium so never needs supplementing for maintenance needs. If the workout is less than 2 hours plain table salt is all your horse needs as potassium is so high in grass and hay. However sweating for more than 2 hours causes a deficiency in potassium. An electrolyte mixture must contain potassium. Any excess in electrolytes is easily and efficiently excreted via the kidneys.

Vitamins There are two types of vitamins, fat soluble and water soluble. Fat soluble include A, D, E and K. If sufficient fat is present at the site of absorption in the intestine, efficiency of absorption ranges from 40 to 90+% and is highest for vitamin K. All are present in forage and feeds.

Water soluble includes the B group (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, biotin, folate, pantothenic acid, cyanocobalamin and pyridoxine) and vitamin C and are manufactured by microbes in the gut and come from the diet. Absorption of the water soluble vitamins has not been well studied in horses. In other species, they are primarily absorbed by active transport into the intestinal lining cells of the small intestine and/or large intestine. The same is likely true of the horse. When heavy exercise is combined with limited pasture in the diet, sub optimal intake of critical B vitamins could result. For horses on a high forage diet, the main vitamin to be concerned about is vitamin E, a very important antioxidant. Add the heavy workload of an endurance horse and antioxidants become even more vital. A high level of oxidative stress is to be expected in endurance horses from the mechanical work and having to generate energy. Antioxidants protect the tissues from the damage created by free radicals. Another important antioxidant is selenium but it’s vital to get supplementation right as too much can be toxic, if not deadly. On the other hand selenium should not be ignored as muscle soreness can be a sign of too little in the diet. Poor hoof growth, horn brittleness, inflammation, prevalence of infections like seedy toe, a weak immune system, poor fertility, tendon/ligament/joint/bone/ muscle/nerve problems and a sun-bleached coat can all have a nutritional component. For some horse owners, any of these may be taken as the ‘norm’, the way their horse has always been.

Any of these signs can indicate that a horse’s intake either does not contain sufficient amounts of all the nutrients, or one or more minerals are blocking or competing with the absorption of another, creating what is known as a secondary deficiency. Getting the balance right is just as important as having sufficient amounts. When a horse has a dietary deficiency or imbalance, it very often will show up in the feet and/or hair coat first. This is because the horse’s body will conserve nutrients for more critical tissues like heart, brain, organs, and muscle if there is a nutrient shortage.

Carol Layton B.Sc M.Ed Balanced Equine

www.balancedequine.com.au Independent feeding advice and optimised, mineral balanced diets for horses. Carol is a keen endurance rider with a passion for equine nutrition, training and management. Her horse, Omani Mr Sqiggle was the 2009 National Points and Distance horse for her weight division. Together they have completed the 400 km marathon, Shahzada three times and many 80 and 160 km State Championship and Tom Quilty rides along with numerous best conditioned awards.

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Volunteer Profile How well do you know the hard working people who volunteer so that we get to enjoy riding? While so many are out having fun in the saddle, these amazing people selflessly give up their free time to cart water, input data, mark and de-mark tracks, time keep – often doing so with little or no recognition, at crazy hours during the day and night. Volunteers are the back bone of our sport and we think its about time we got to know them better. Name: Rebecca Jamieson Location: Curra, Queensland Do you ride Endurance? Yes, I have ridden in the past on my best horse Sundust King (Dusty). Why do you volunteer? It is so FUN! I feel if I wanted to ride, I would want someone as happy as me greeting me at the start/finish line, on a gate or in the vet ring. What do you enjoy about being a volunteer? The buzz of a ride base.... seeing the smiles on faces when riders and strappers have little things go right, like a lower heart rate than expected or a rider who sees their strapper at the finish line with a halter and rug. What don’t you like? The cold! There is always a fire somewhere to warm you up though. Favorite moment/event as a volunteer? Oh there are so many, but a stand out was the 2008 Tom Quilty at Nanango. I was about 8 months pregnant and I helped out on the finish line doing times and logbooks. We had a BIG storm hit and some riders were bunkered down out on track but others had to make the dash home. Due to the massive amount of rain, wind and lightening, we lost power and the ride was suspended for a short time. We had the logbooks tucked safely away out of the rain but times still needed to be recorded so I had a torch, a small clock and a notepad and the horses appeared one by one

out of the darkness with lightening crashing at their heels. Their times were recorded and they were helped into the safety of our secretary and volunteer gathering area, which was a large open sided shed. We had many horses sheltering with us and due to the dangerous conditions they could not go back to camp to get rugs etc. The horses were being milled and walked around under the cover to keep warm. It was scary and amazing at the same time and a memory I will treasure forever! What would you say to encourage people who have never tried volunteering before? DO IT! It’s an experience and it is a great way of giving back to the sport we love. As a volunteer you get to see Endurance on the whole, not just from a rider view, but all the inner workings. You will meet loads of people! Most of all it is very rewarding seeing the achievements of others and the smiles on their faces. Additional Comments: I was introduced to Endurance in the early 90’s by my mum, Janet. My first memory of being a volunteer was when I was about 9 selling raffle tickets at the Imbil ride with my sister Sherry, going from camp to camp. I remember being told “I could sell ice to Eskimos” as some campsites bought a second round of tickets when we came around for a second time!

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Magic wandered into my camera frame as I was trying to capture an amazing sunset. I called the photo “Magic Sunset”

beautiful Arabian It is with great sadness I farewelled my r vetted-out, and neve ic Mag s. 27yr Endurance mare, ‘Magic’, Quilty and two a ding (inclu ts even m 160k x 4 up notched 80kms rides, attaining State Champs), 2 x 120km and various we both enjoyed a years ty twen For ll. Scro t Meri her 1600km she would do what at zed ama trusting relationship, and I was deeply miss will and eged privil very feel I . for me out on track door. back my from far her presence, as she was never too Wendy Mathews

The Noticeboard has been designed for those members who have a personal message they would like to share. Please only send a short am ount of words (preferably 25 or less) and one photo. Send an email with ‘Notice board’ in the subject line to: Melissa: endfan1@netspa ce.net Jo: jo@weismannendurance .au .com

Anne Barlow, Sam Beh an, Christine Behan, Steve Barlow

Many older riders know my daughter Christine from TPRing and working at our ride. She married Sam Behan at Solothurn Resort, Maleny on Sa turday 16th July.

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Ride Organisers please note: It is a requirement of the QERA insurance company AON, that organisers obey the regulations as set by them at the start of 2011. MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

A detailed list of the insurance conditions can be found on the AERA website: www.aera.asn.au The SMC is accepting tenders for the position of QERA Registrar up until 16th September, 2011. Please send your Expression of Interest to Anne Jones: annej@cooroy.net.au Upon submission, you will then receive the relevant documents for you to tender.

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Notes of the Queensland Endurance Riders Association Inc. State Management Committee Meeting held on Friday, 1st April, 2011 at the Sports House, cnr Caxton and Castlemaine Streets, Milton Meeting No. 3 Present: Dick Collyer, Ken Moir, Jan Tyrrell, Deb Watson, Steve Swan, Matthew Krahnen (Chair), Melissa Longhurst, John Simpson, Dorte Colja, Selwyn Nix Apologies: Anne Jones Visitors: Emma Holland Meeting Opened: The meeting opened at 7.10pm.

Any further enquiries about the position, may also be made to Anne. 1. AERA agreed to take out cancellation insurance for forum. The forum is going to be videotaped which will cost approximately $4,000. Steve thinks it could be an excellent educational package. Having the experts in one place is unlikely to happen again for a long time. 2. Several letters were received regarding the death of a horse in Far North Queensland and whether the rider should receive EWS points. It was agreed that the horses was vetted out for metabolic reasons and the decisions made stand. 3. Melissa is sending education brochures to FNQ. 4. A TPR course is being organised at UQ Gatton 5. Steve is working on the database for AERA. No real specifications have been done and Steve wants to ensure he has a full handle. The Blucher system is a ride management system and should not work online. Ride results should be uploaded by the State Registrars. We also need to ensure that we have a copy of the database.

Moved “ that Dee have a workable full backup offsite database done monthly and drop to Anne”

12. Moved “that Melissa Longhurst is chosen as the QERA Chief Steward for the SA Quilty.”

Moved by John Simpson/Ken Moir. Carried.

Moved by Dick Collyer/Jan Tyrrell. Carried. Dorte to send a letter thanking the others and asking them to make themselves available for the Kilkivan or Tasmanian Quilty.

6. It was agreed that unusable originals of damaged logbooks are okay as long as they are sent to Dee for new ones to be issued without needing a Statutory Declaration. 7. There will be no on-line issue of the new magazine until the next one has been posted. Melissa is speaking to advertisers and will email proposed advertising costs. 8.

T he FEI have released a new prohibited substances list.

9. Jan is continuing to work on questionnaires for youth development. There will be several age specific ones. 10. Moved “that the Veterinary TOR and the members of the vet panel are ratified” Moved by Dick Collyer/Selwyn Nix. Carried. 11. Matthew is the new AERA treasurer. Tom McCormack is the new President.

13. I t was agreed that the QERA motion requiring members who have not maintained continuous membership for 2 years will be required to do one 80km ride as novice is continued. 14. Discussion was held with Emma regarding the change in the newsletter format from a newsletter to a magazine. Jo Weismann and Melissa Longhurst have been working on the new format. Jo has graphic design experience. The SMC wants Emma, Jo and Melissa to work together. It is too much work for one person. David Gadsby has quoted for the printing and distribution. Next Meeting Dates: 13th May 2011, 17th June 2011 Meeting Closed: The Meeting closed at 12.45am.

Introducing “Queensland Endurance Express” the e-newsletter of Queensland Endurance Riders Association Queensland Endurance Express brings you electronic updates on the latest QERA ride information. The newsletter will be issued once a month, but may on ocassion include e-blasts for urgent notices, such as a ride being cancelled or biosecurity news. Its FREE and everyone is welcome, so sign-up today! Subscribe on the QERA website: www.aera.asn.au/qera

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Notes of the Queensland Endurance Riders Association Inc. State Management Committee Meeting held on

7. Expressions of Interest are being called for the Registrar’s position. 8. Moved “that a vet buckle is awarded to Andrew Easton” Moved Dorte Colja/Jan Tyrrell. Carried

Friday, 13th May, 2011 at the Sports House, cnr Caxton and Castlemaine Streets, Milton Meeting No. 4 Present: Dick Collyer, Jan Tyrrell, Deb Watson, Steve Swan, Matthew Krahnen (Chair), Melissa Longhurst, John Simpson, Dorte Colja, Selwyn Nix Apologies: Anne Jones, Ken Moir Visitors: Nil Meeting Opened: The meeting opened at 7.10pm. 1. The survey of youth members is coming out in the new magazine. Prizes will be given for completing the survey. 2. Anne will maintain a copy of the database. Dee has resigned and is happy to help out with training a new person. 3. Moved “that Karen Hamelink is accepted as an accredited Chief Steward on receipt of the relevant reports” Moved by Dorte Colja/Steve Swan. 4. Steve is continuing to work on the database system with Madelaine Fisher. AERA is standardising all course marking, road signs, klm signs etc. Additional arrows have been purchased from the new supplier. 5. The AGM has been set for 10th December, 2011 at the Ipswich University, the same venue as last year. 6. Chris Pollitt has been awarded a vet buckle.

9. Deb is investigating the supply of fluids for the trailer. 10. Moved “that arrows be supplied to the Townsville Club.” Moved by Steve Swan/Melissa Longhurst. Carried. 11. The treatment vet at Far-A-Way recommended that a horse he treated be referred to Eagle Farm Veterinary Clinic as he was concerned about it progressing to laminitis. The owner and rider of the horse have been invited to the next meeting to explain why the horse was taken home and advice ignored. 12. A member has not paid for fluids administered to her horse. QERA has paid the vet bill and is contacting the owner. Moved “that the account not paid by a member to John Norris be accompanied by a letter advising that if the account is not paid within 14 days, both herself and her horses will be suspended until the account is paid.” Moved by Matthew Krahnen/Dick Collyer. Carried 13. The Chief Steward report from Far-A-Way noted that 3 riders exceeded the Novice Horse time by one minute. Moved “that the three riders are disqualified from the 80klm Far-A-Way ride for exceeding the Novice Horse time.” Moved by Dick Collyer/Dorte Colja. Carried. This should have been sorted out at the ride. Next Meeting Date: 17th June, 2011 (confirmed) 12th August, 2011 (confirmed) Meeting Closed: The Meeting closed at 1.00am.

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10th December, 2011 at The University Campus, IPSWICH there will be seven (7) positions to be filled: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and three (3) Committee positions. Persons may nominate for an Executive or a Committee position. If there is insufficient room on the Notices of Motion for Discussion form, attach an additional form. Nominations and Notices of Motions for Discussion must be in the hands of the Secretary by 5:00 pm Friday 11th November 2011. Post to: QERA Inc Secretary Anne Jones 1327 Belli Creek Road RIDGEWOOD via COOROY QLD 4563 Or email: annej@cooroy.net.au This is necessary to enable mail out procedures prior to the AGM. Forms will also be available for download from the QERA website:

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Do you have copies of the new QERA promotional brochure? These brochures have been designed to help Ride Organiser’s encourage newcomers to try Endurance. Place them in your local community – produce store, pony club, saddlery or anywhere that would be happy to help promote Endurance riding. New members will then receive a copy of the updated Education and Training Manual.

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Non-Committee Contacts

PRESIDENT Govt Liaison, Insurance and Strategic Plan, Member Liaison, Risk Management, AERA Delegate Matthew Krahnen 777 Sandy Creek Rd, Josephville 4285 Phone: 07 5544 2212 Mobile: 0408 730 154 Email: qera_president@aera.asn.au VICE PRESIDENT Ride Calendar, Horse Welfare Officer, Club Liaison, Forest Access Dick Collyer 1213 Owens Scrub Rd, Leyburn 4365 Phone: 07 4695 5157 Email: qera_vicepresident@aera.asn.au Email: totara@harboursat.com.au SECRETARY Hon Vet Liaison, AERA Delegate, AERA Secretary Anne Jones 1327 Belli Creek Rd, Ridgewood via Cooroy Qld 4563 Phone: 07 5447 9308 (Cooroy) Mobile: 0427 479 308 Email: qera_secretary@aera.asn.au TREASURER Deb Watson 16 Humphreys Rd, Tallegalla 4340 Phone: 0408 656 776 Email: qera_treasurer@aera.asn.au Chief Steward, TPR Liaison and Accreditation Dorte Colja 49 Fairley St, Redlynch 4870 Phone: 07 40393732 Mobile: 0419825883 Email: dorte@internode.on.net Education Officer, Marketing Melissa Longhurst PO Box 103, Finch Hatton 4756 Phone: 07 4958 3096 Mobile: 0447 583 096 Email: endfan1@netspace.net.au Swabbing Ken Moir 192 Percival Road, Chatsworth 4570 Phone: 07 5481 6370 Mobile: 0428 958 286 Email: kktkmoir@bigpond.com Ride Management System, Ride Arrows Steve Swan 258 Power Rd, Widgee 4570 Phone: 07 5484 0176 Fax: 07 5484 0135 Email: longrun.steve@gmail.com Vet Accreditation John Simpson PO Box 2505 Ipswich North 4305 Mobile: 0412 200 256 Email: magus1@zipworld.com.au Annual Awards, Youth Development Jan Tyrrell Phone: 07 3201 1938 Email: steelstem@hotkey.net.au

QERA VET PANEL Brian Sheahan Cathy Webb Madonna Buiter

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Email: brian@samfordvets.com.au Email: kathyvet@big.net.au Email. mplg_au@yahoo.com.au

REGISTRAR: Membership, Logbooks, Insurance, Ride Stationary Dee Berry Office hours 9am-3pm PO Box 618, Gympie QLD 4570 Ph/Fax: 07 5483 6540 Mobile: 0448 385 825 Email: qera_registrar@aera.asn.au LIBRARY Rachel Kuns 623 Cedar Creek Rd, Cedar Creek 4520 Phone: 07 3102 1269 Mobile: 0427 313 603 Email: qera_library@aera.asn.au NORTHERN RIVERS REPRESENTATIVE Selwyn Nix Mobile: 0429 882 272 Email: Selwyn.Nix@det.new.edu.au RIDE TRAILER: South East Zone Leigh Pearson and Bruce Seaward Phone: 07 3297 5245 Mobile: 0408 727 431 Email: waralea@hotmail.com RIDE TRAILER: Northern Zone Melissa Longhurst Email: qera_trailer2@aera.asn.au ARCHIVES K Thumpkin Erica Williams

702 Preston Boundary Rd, Preston Email: ericaw@icr.com.au

WEBSITE www.aera.asn.au/qera Emma Holland Mobile: 0431 450 212 Email: qera_webmaster@aera.asn.au QUEENSLAND ENDURANCE MAGAZINE EDITOR: Melissa Longhurst Email: endfan1@netspace.net.au

DPI CONTACT FOR ENDURANCE RIDERS IN QUEENSLAND DPI&F District Inspector Phone: 07 4661 6612 DPI&F Media Unit: GPO Box 46, Brisbane 4001 Phone: 07 3239 6380 DPI&F Call Centre Phone: 13 25 23 (weekdays 8am-6pm) Please ensure that all enquiries are directed to the appropriate portfolio. Non committee members are not able to advise on management issues. If in doubt or portfolio holder is unavailable contact your President Matthew Krahnen or Secretary Anne Jones.

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Ride Contacts NORTHERN RIVERS New Italy Ride Julie Haigh 1207 Jiggi Road, Lismore NSW 2480 02 6688 8276 jhaigh2@bigpond.com Eden Creek Jean Standfield Eden Creek Road Kyogle NSW 2474 (02) 6633 3151 Fax (02) 6633 3152 jeanstandfield@ hotmail.com Tenterfield Philippa Lillyman Mount View, Back Creek Road, Tenterfield NSW 2372 02 6737 5438 jimpip@activ8.net.au Upper Corindi Megan Matters 860 Sherwood Creek Road Upper Corindi NSW 2456 mandm@ aussiebroadband.com.au Wiangaree Rachael Keys 936 Green Pigeon Road Kyogle NSW 2474 rachaelkeys@ optusnet.com.au SOUTH EAST Brymaroo Tanya Trevarthen 109 Lebsanfts Road, Goombungee, QLD 4354 07 4696 5315 0407 766 604 jeffrey.trevarthen@ bigpond.com Eidsvold Endurance Ride Peter Williams ‘Rockybar” Eidsvold 4627 07 4165 0858 peterwilliams@ burnett.net.au Karen Johanson karen@kalkadoon.net.au Fernvale Endurance Club Caroline Fitzgerald Fairney View, Fernvale QLD 4306 cmfitz06@bigpond.net.au

Lake Manchester Jo Hamilton-Branigan 871 Kholo Road, Kholo QLD 07 3201 2103 0427 012 103 fire_away@bigpond.com Far-A-Way & Sparkler (Imbil) Jim Green 125 Robinson Road Calico Creek QLD 4570 0419 655 444 jimg@herronbooks.com Murrumba Cathy Herve Box 1020, Caboolture QLD 4510 07 3285 5473 (AH) murrumba@aera.asn.au Anne Barlow annebarlow@ newscomqld.com.au Spring Mt Challenge Big Country Endurance Riders Leigh Pearson 271 Backwater Road, Greenbank QLD 4124 07 3297 5245 0408 727 431 bigcountryriders@ hotmail.com Wunderful Widgee Jackie Swan 258 Power Road, Widgee QLD 4570 07 5484 0176 longrun.steve@gmail.com Warwick, Maryvale Jenny Knoffke 415 North Branch Road, Maryvale 07 4666 1193 (home) jmnoffke@hotmail.com

Biggenden Karen Thompson PO Box 118, Gayndah QLD 4625 Karen.thompson@ deedi.qld.gov.au Sue Sutcliffe darrensue@bigpond.com NORTH/CENTRAL Breakaway (Mackay) Joanne Davis 19 Boundary Road Mackay QLD 4740 07 4952 3444 0418 751 154 acbde@dodo.com.au

Proserpine Whitsunday Regional Endurance Riders Association Inc Jasmine Wood 96 Lethebrook Road PO Box 751, Proserpine 4800 woodsy108@telstra.com Denison Creek Rides (“Which Way Riders, DeJay Arabians, Greg Willoughby”) Amy Oliver PO Box 103, Walkerston QLD 4751 amy.tocco@hotmail.com

Warrabong, Wetherby, Woodleigh Station, Brooklyn, Cordillera Trail, Kuranda, Gemstone Moonlight, Pioneer Trek, Shiralee and Mt Baldy Janet Fornier PO Box 501, Herberton QLD 4887 07 4096 2777 Fax 07 4096 2732 0429 676 959 jfornier@bigpond.net.au

Pure Endurance Finch Hatton Pure Endurance Inc. Anita Evers PO Box 249, Nebo QLD 4742 0428 105 760 a_m_evers@hotmail.com

Townsville Classic, Mossvale Station, Twilight Challenge, AEBM Townsville Endurance Riders and Arabian Horse Association Inc. PO Box 1573, Aitkenvale BC QLD 4814 0405 075 201 townsvilleendurance@ gmail.com

Jericho F Troop Maree Pearce Bessemer St, Jericho QLD 4728 07 4651 4237 endurance_rider_5@ hotmail.com

WESTERN Charleville Julie Bartulis 07 4654 3613 juliella@bigpond.com

Oz Endurance (Fernvale and Toorbul) Penny Toft 0417 626 188 toftendurance@ bigpond.com New 2011 QERA member Tracee Steele, successfully completing her first 80km ride at the Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival. Tracee rides ‘Sultan,’ owned by Leigh Pearson.

Gayle Holmes :: Rupert te Al Reef + R.M. Williams Endurance Festival

QERA Ride Calendar 2011

This calendar is subject to change, so please check our website aera.asn.au/qera for updates.

Fri Sat Sun Month

27 28 August

South East

Northern Rivers

New Italy 80/40

Wetherby 80/40/20

Sparkler (Imbil) 80/40

AEBM (Townsville) 80/40/20/5

24 25 September

Biggenden 80/40

Cordillera Trail 3x80/3x40/3x20

30 01 02 October

Tom Quilty Gold Cup – Mt Pleasant, South Australia 160

17 18 September

08 09 October

Bush to Beach (Townsville) 80/40/20/5

15 16 October

Brooklyn 80/40/20

Kilkivan 80/40

22 23 October

29 30 October

Wiangaree (Kyogle) 80/40

05 November

Tenterfield TPR school, 20/40

Western

Queensland State Championship – Jericho 160/120E

03 04 September 10 11 September

Central & North

Sharn Brooker :: Hirstglen Zeus Spring Mountain Challenge

12 13 November

19 20 November

Fernvale Oz Endurance AERA 80/40/20 (subject to change)

Annual General Meeting

December

Breakaway (Mackay) 80/40/20

ERA Christmas Party! Q University of Queensland, Ipswich Campus

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