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Nicholson to Design Three Day Event Course
Published on 16.05.2011 in General
John Nicholson, brother of Olympic eventer Andrew Nicholson, has designed a totally new cross-country course for this year’s NRM National Three-day Event at the Fiber Fresh National... 'No' to Proposed Horse Manure Fine In Wagga
Published on 16.05.2011 in General
After recent suggestions that Wagga horse riders pay fines, if they don't pick up their horse's droppings whilst out riding, Council have confirmed that riders will not be charged a fine for leaving manure where it lands. Some residents thought it was reasonable that horse riders be fined the same way dog owners are charged, if they don't pick up their animals' droppings. ... Australian Three Day Event Relocates to Heritage Grandstand Victoria Park
Published on 16.05.2011 in General
The Australian International 3 Day Event announced today that it will relocate the event in 2011 from Rymill Park to the newly renovated Heritage Grandstand in Victoria Park. Chairman Ms Manon Strachan said “Victoria Park has always been part of the event and the relocation from Rymill Park will allow us to utilise existing infrastructure that will let us to provide a better viewing experience for all spectators.”... Weekend Sunrise - World Cup Ex-Race Horse Story
Published on 16.05.2011 in General
Weekend Sunrise presenter Simon Reeve investigates the possibilities for thoroughbreds after their careers on the racetrack. Click here for the footage.
Aussie Boyd Exell Wins at Royal Windsor Horse Show
Published on 16.05.2011 in General
Aussie Boyd Exell continued his winning form over the weekend at the prestigious Royal Windsor Horse Show. Royal Windsor Horse Show is host to one of the most important driving events in the UK’s calendar - The LandRover International Driving Grand Prix. ... Irish Clinch Victory in Thrilling FEI Nations Cup Season-Opener at La Baule
Published on 14.05.2011 in General
Ireland won the opening leg of the 2011 FEI Nations Cup™ series in a nail-biting thriller at La Baule in France today. On an afternoon when the form-book was turned on its head, Robert Splaine's side of Shane Sweetnam (Amaretto Darco), Billy Twomey (Romanov), Cian O'Connor (Larkhill Cruiser) and Cameron Hanley (VDL Southwind) produced superb jumping to finish with a two-fault advantage over the runners-up from Belgium, ... Blackie: Missing/Stolen Horse - Bellingen NSW
Published on 13.05.2011 in General
Missing/Stolen Horse in Bellingen NSW Black Beauty aka Blackie went missing from his field on North Bank Rd, BELLINGEN. Last seen Friday 6 May at 6pm, was noticed missing at 11am Saturday 7 May. Wearing distinctive pink and black rug at the time of his disappearance. If you have any information please phone Mel 0425367962 or the Police Assistance Line on 131444 and quote E44553921 Or email msifko@bigpond.com.... Sydney's Wonderful Weekend of World Cups
Published on 12.05.2011 in Sponsored Shows
New Zealander Clarke Johnstone (pictured right - photo: Furdography) took out his second Eventing World Cup qualifier for 2011 in Sydney this weekend, snatching victory from some of Australia's best riders in a close finish. The Sydney International Equestrian Centre looked its best for the Weekend of World Cups, almost as good as it did in 2000 for the Sydney Olympics when Australia won gold. ... Zack the Jumping Zebra
Published on 12.05.2011 in General
In April it was a video of a jumping cow and since then we've found videos of showjumping bunnies (very cute) and even tenacious people trying to train cats to jump (don't think this will really catch on - the kitties weren't that excited about it), now we've found the cutest one of all - a jumping zebra. Although this talented and handsome little guy doesn't just jump, he does a few trail obstacles as well!... Winter Rugs Road Test
Published on 12.05.2011 in Reviews
Now that the cold weather is upon us, one of the most important considerations for horse owners is winter rugging. Even stabled horses need warm winter rugs and for those that spend the winter outside, durable, waterproof and warm rugs are even more important.... 
