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Littlestone Performance Horses Leading the Way
Published on 25.01.2012 in Featured Stallions and Studs
Tyson and Melissa Deutscher of Littlestone Performance Horses are a young couple who are keen to impact on the worlds of western performance, cutting and campdrafting in a big way and have all the plans in place to do it! Littlestone Performance Horses is situated 20km west of Chinchilla, Queensland. Tyson and Melissa have only recently moved to Queensland after running the family farm "Stone End" in Badgingarra, WA.... Club of the Moment: Hawkesbury Dressage Club - Celebrating 21 Years!
Published on 25.01.2012 in Clubs
Hawkesbury Dressage Club is turning 21 in 2012 and they want you and your horse to help them celebrate! The opportunity to ride at the incredible Sydney International Equestrian Centre is just one reason to be a part of Hawkesbury Dressage Club. The venue was not only the host of the 2000 Olympic Equestrian events, but also plays host to the Sydney CDI and the Australian Dressage Championships. ... Trakehner Warmblood mare - TL Viveka - Rising Star Eventer
Published on 25.01.2012 in Feature Horses
Viveka is a purebred Trakehner mare, purchased by ‘Rutley Park’ from Torridon Lodge in Western Australia. Viveka’s (Veka) sire is the wonderful Trakehner Stallion Valuta, imported to Australia by Gert and Mary Donvig. Valuta had a stellar career in dressage - his many high achievements culminating in being short listed for the Soeul Olympics. Veka is flying the flag for Trakehners on the eventing scene, and it is no coincidence that she is doing well. Many Valuta progeny display the competitiveness that he himself showed, having great temperaments to add to their athleticism and performance success. ... Sports Forum to Discuss Future of Equestrian Sport
Published on 24.01.2012 in General
The 2012 Sports Forum, which will be held in Lausanne (SUI) from 30 April to 2 May, offers a unique opportunity to discuss issues related to the future of equestrian sport.... Farewell to British Olympic Dressage Horse - Giorgione
Published on 24.01.2012 in General
Giorgione - Dr Wilfried Bechtolsheimer’s former grand prix horse - has been put down just shy of his 31st birthday after a severe attack of colic. The horse took 25-year-old Carl Hester to his first Olympics — where they ranked 16th individually and posted the highest British score. Dr Bechtolsheimer, who discovered the horse at small tour in Germany as an eight-year-old, said: “We will miss this wonderful horse, friend and partner, to whom we owe so much. ... Strong Trade Continues Through Day Two of Inglis Sydney Classic Sale
Published on 23.01.2012 in General
Trade through Day Two of the 2012 Inglis Sydney Classic Yearling Sale continued to be buoyant with 154 yearlings sold for $4.94 million on Monday. 74% of the yearlings offered today... Tamworth District Western Performance & Appaloosa Club Show
Published on 23.01.2012 in General
The Tamworth District Western Performance and Appaloosa Club are holding a Two Day Spectacular Show at AELEC, Tamworth 18-19 February 2012. This show is an A class Quarter Horse, AA point Appaloosa, Paint and PAC approved event. Class Ribbons will be awarded to sixth place with prizes, trophies, prize money, high point awards and jackpot classes also on offer, this is a great show that no western competitor will want to miss! ... Sydney CDI: 3-5 May 2012 - Tickets on Sale Now!
Published on 23.01.2012 in General
The Sydney CDI International Dressage Event, being held 3-5 May at SIEC, is celebrating 20 years in 2012! Tickets are now for sale on-line from the Sydney CDI website for reserved seating on Saturday, be sure to get yours now so you don't miss out on this historic event. ... Braidwood Campdraft - Results
Published on 23.01.2012 in Event Results
Braidwood Campdraft is affiliated with the Southern Campdrafting Association Ltd (SCA) and is held each year in January. This year (2012) the hardworking committee had completed a new purpose built arena. Generous cattle donors in the area also dug deep and made extra cattle available so it could be run as a two day event for the first time in years. ... Interview with Hilton Harris - Australia Day Award Winner!
Published on 23.01.2012 in General
Congratulations to Hilton Harris, the driving force behind Baradine Pony Club, on winning an Australia Day Award! Horsezone's Tim Dreverman chats to Hilton at the Inglis Classic Yearling Sale, to find out more about his work with the Pony Club and how he feels about winning an Australia Day Award. ...
