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Zara Phillips Signs as Olympic Ambassador

Published on 31.05.2011 in General
Samsung UK have appointed Zara Phillips as their official ambassador to help build the profile of the London 2012 Olympic Games with her intentions and dedication to the sport of eventing...
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Campbell Has First Big Win in UK

Published on 30.05.2011 in General
Talented young Kiwi eventer, Jesse Campbell has had an outstanding win in his first major competition in the UK winning the U25 CCI2* competition at Tattersalls International Horse Trail in Ireland. Jesse moved to the UK 5 months ago to take up a position in Andrew Nicholson’s yard taking with him is regular NZ mount in Kool Kaapachino who he won this class on. ...
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Farewell to Australian Eventing Legend, Bill Roycroft

Published on 30.05.2011 in General
It is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of Bill Roycroft, Equestrian legend and member of the EA Hall of Fame. Bill passed away this morning, aged 96 years. James William George Roycroft OBE is one of Australia’s greatest Olympians, competing in the Three-Day Event at five consecutive Olympic Games. ...
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USA Equine Virus Spreads but Show Goes on With Stick Horses

Published on 29.05.2011 in Health
Horse people in the USA are currently battling to keep their precious horses safe from the deadly equine virus that is spreading across the country. Associated Press have reported that there are now 75 confirmed cases of the virus in the nine states and horses at 61 facilities are suspected of being infected, the US Department of Agriculture said. A week ago, there were 34 confirmed cases and 9 horses had died, while 46 facilities were impacted....
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The Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Germany

Published on 29.05.2011 in General
The Global Champions Tour in Hamburg, Germany is the equestrian event where history is ingrained in every single piece of the turf. The best of the best German riders mix it with the international top ranked FEI riders, many of whom are drawn to the event via the Global Champions Tour circuit....
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Dutch Dominate in Rome - FEI Nations Cup

Published on 28.05.2011 in General
The Netherlands secured a convincing victory in the second leg of the 2011 FEI Nations Cup™ series in Rome (ITA) today where the Belgians were runners-up ahead of the Irish in third. ...
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Horse Float Accident on Hume Highway

Published on 27.05.2011 in General
Three Arabian horses were very lucky to escape with minor injuries, after the float they were travelling in tipped over on the Hume Highway early this morning. Police are appealing for anyone who might have witnessed the crash to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. ...
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McDonalds Drive-Thru Refuses to Serve Horse and Carriage

Published on 27.05.2011 in General
A Woman in Derbyshire, UK who drove her horse and carriage through a McDonalds drive-thru was refused service after her horse was deemed a health and safety hazard, so she went across the road to KFC where they were more than happy to serve her!...
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Edwina Alexander Wins in Austria

Published on 27.05.2011 in General
European-based Australian showjumper, Edwina Alexander and her gelding Quimono de la Roque had success last weekend at the Ebreichsdorf International showjumping event in Austria. This impressive pair won the Seven Year Old class in 42.45 seconds with a great clear round....
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Horse Rescued from Water Tank

Published on 27.05.2011 in General
Further to Horsezone's review on the book Equine 'Emergency Rescue - A Horse Owners Guide', the SES in Hawkesbury had to put into practice methods described in the guide to rescue a 28 year old mare who had fallen into a water tank. Luckily she survived the incident with only minor injuries....
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