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25.01.2022 Morning members. Last night saw the first meeting of the committee in several months due to Covid 19 restrictions. Because of this only the core committee attended in order to meet social distancing measures. The main focus was on how and when we could resume competitions in the current climate. It has been decided that we will try and run a comp on September 26th (this is a saturday, not our usual sunday) and this will be our FSCDA 5 club challenge competition. As we progre...ss towards this event we will continue to keep members informed on how this competition will run under the new Covid 19 regulations. As a club, we are guided by strict guidelines handed down to us by our governing body, and as such if anything escalates we will reconsider if it is safe both for our members and our local community to proceed. Though we are all eager to get back to life as it was, we need to remain safe. Thank you for your patience at this trying time. See more

25.01.2022 Some really good info in this article http://agriculture.vic.gov.au//horses-affected-by-bushfires#

24.01.2022 Hi all, the FSCDA Christmas party and HPS Presentation night has been relocated to Wolumla pub, Saturday the 14TH December from 5.30 pm If you would like to join us, please RSVP Trish Hayes ASAPHi all, the FSCDA Christmas party and HPS Presentation night has been relocated to Wolumla pub, Saturday the 14TH December from 5.30 pm If you would like to join us, please RSVP Trish Hayes ASAP

23.01.2022 2020 Bega Show Community Event CANCELLED Advice received this afternoon from the Local Emergency Control Centre indicates the Showground will be likely to b...e used as an emergency centre as long as the fire situation remains unpredictable. It is likely we will not have access to the ground for any event in the near future. The ongoing fires also mean large numbers of the community are either busily engaged in support roles or unable to safely leave their properties to enjoy an event like the previously planned community event 15th & 16th February. It is hoped that funds promised to the Bega Show committee to help us provide a whole of community event will also become available and a better time will emerge for us as a community to gather, reflect, give thanks and relax and celebrate the good things that have come out of our losses. The Show committee have deep regret that we will not be able to offer an opportunity for our valley to gather, to represent some normality, a sense that life goes on. Although we had cancelled the 3 day show we were determined to carry on. Now we have to concede defeat. It is with some relief we see that the NRL trial game end of February is being followed by a concert. Although no replacement for our beloved show it will be a great start. Keep watching this space, and we look forward to seeing you at the show in better times. David Grainger- President Bega AP&H (show committee) See more

23.01.2022 Nominate Paperless Scoring - Training Video for Pencillers This may be of interest to dressage volunteers, judges and riders https://www.dressagensw.equestrian.org.au//docs-guidelines

23.01.2022 You've probably heard us tell you before: Never ride your horse on an empty stomach! Riding your horse on an empty stomach will put him at risk of stomach ulce...rs. Stomach ulcers hurt! So in an attempt to avoid the pain your horse may misbehave to stop you riding him. Or he may grudgingly work for you, but will be sour and unhappy. Neither is fun for both of you. But there is an easy solution! Keep your horses stomach full. Here's a guide to how much hay you should feed your horse before work. Want to learn more? Get your free copy of our ebook 'My Horse is Lazy, My Horse is Crazy' at feedxl.com/ebook #nutritionmakesadifference #bepartofthechange

22.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE - TUESDAY 31 MAR 20 This information is current as of today, but may be overridden by any changes announced by government. It's a guide only, s...o please refer to the relevant government web sites for more details. CURRENT NSW RESTRICTIONS The current NSW Government Restrictions only allow for gatherings of up to two people, but the very strong message is If you can stay at home, you should stay at home. The NSW Government Health Orders, effective 30 March 2020 state: A person must not, without reasonable excuse, leave the persons place of residence. Examples of a reasonable excuse include leaving for reasons involving: obtaining food or other goods and services; or travelling for the purposes of work or education if the person cannot do it at home; or exercise; or medical or caring reasons. Failure to comply by individuals may result in maximum penalty of imprisonment for 6 months or a fine of up to $11,000 (or both) plus a further $5,500 fine each day the offence continues The following guidance is provided by Equestrian NSW to our members. Horse Welfare and Care If you're caring for your horse at home, take necessary precautions to ensure your health and safety. Don't transport your horse to ride somewhere else, as its considered non-essential travel. If you agist a horse at a property you may continue to treat and care for your horse, including feeding and exercising, ensuring you maintain good physical distancing and hygiene practices. Only use your own grooming kit, tack and do not share equipment with other people. Where feed or equipment may be stored centrally, take care to use good hygiene practices around door handles and other points which other owners may touch. Please note, you should contact your agistment facility who may have enacted specific rules related to their facility. If you own or operate an agistment centre, you may continue to operate your facility and treat and care for the animals on your agistment and maintain the facility. Vets and other professional services (e.g. farriers) are permitted to attend where required, whilst adhering to social distancing and hygiene requirements. Coaching The NSW Government has stated that people may travel for their work, but that the floating of horses to coaching facilities is considered non-essential travel. This means that coaches may travel to you, and that coaching can only take place at private facilities and must only be conducted outdoors on a 1 on 1 basis, consistent with social distancing and personal hygiene regulations. Government Assistance The Federal Government has a range of assistance packages that are available to equestrians, including: JobKeeper: which provides $1,500 a fortnight to small businesses, to keep people employed. This is also available for sole traders. Boosting Cash Flow: Small and medium sized businesses with aggregated annual turnover under $50 million and that employ workers will be eligible. Eligibility will generally be based on prior year turnover. The payment will be delivered by the ATO as an automatic credit in the activity statement system from 28 April 2020 upon employers lodging eligible upcoming activity statements. Eligible employers that withhold tax to the ATO on their employees salary and wages will receive a payment equal to 100 per cent of the amount withheld, up to a maximum payment of $50,000. Eligible employers that pay salary and wages will receive a minimum payment of $10,000, even if they are not required to withhold tax. Please click on the following link for more details https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/ At all times we encourage you to stay safe, practice good hygiene and respect your community and fellow equestrians. For further information, please email the Equestrian NSW office at [email protected] or call 9620 2660. BRUCE FARRAR Chief Executive Officer Equestrian NSW Email: [email protected] Mobile: 0417 244 593 FAQs Q. Can I go to my agistment centre and feed my horse(s)? A. You must confirm with the owners, whether you are able to attend your agistment facility, to care for and maintain your horse. Agistment facilities are required to ensure social distancing requirements are maintained and proper hygiene is practiced. Q. What if there are several people at my agistment centre? A. Agistment facilities are required to ensure social distancing requirements are maintained. In the event there are other persons at your agistment centre in contravention of the distancing requirements, please notify the owners immediately. At all times practice social distancing and other transmission reduction measures consistent with the NSW Governments guidelines. Q. Can I exercise or ride where I agist my horse(s)? A. Exercising is considered essential to the care and welfare of horses. Agistment facilities are required to act in accordance with NSW Government regulations. Before proceeding, please contact your agistment facility as rules within private facilities may vary. Note: The NSW Government has advised that all Indoor sporting and recreation facilities are closed. Equestrian NSW interprets this to include covered arenas. Q Am I able to hire out my privately owned facility to horses not agisted at my property for the purpose to ride or exercises horse(s)? A. No. Q. Can a professional trainer of horses still operate? A. As long as the trainer is training a horse(s) already located at their property or the trainer is travelling to a private premises for the purpose of their work then professional trainers may continue to operate so long as it is in accordance with the NSW Governments current restrictions. Q. If I have an accident riding/exercising or attending my horse, am I still covered by insurance? A. Gow-Gates has reaffirmed its advice that in order to ensure ongoing coverage under the insurance program, all parties covered by the Equestrian Australia insurance, including members, coaches and affiliates must adhere to the relevant governing body and governmental guidelines and demonstrate reasonable care. Q. Should I wear gloves when using facilities at my agistment. A. Members should always practise good personal hygiene consistent with NSW Government guidelines. Your agistment centre may require that gloves are worn. Please contact your agistment centre for advice specific to your facility. Q. If I am leasing a horse or share a horse with another rider, can we still share responsibilities and attend the horse facility? A. So long as lessees act in accordance the NSW Government Restrictions. Q. I am a rider - can I have lessons or be coached on my own property or where I agist? A. Coaches, as part of their work, may travel (as essential travel) to conduct their business. In this instance coaches must comply with all NSW Government Regulations including but not limited to social distancing and personal hygiene. Q. I am a coach - can I continue to coach/train my clients? A. Coaches may continue to conduct their business. However as floating horses between properties is considered non-essential travel, Coaches should not teach travelling clients. Q. Can I move my horse from one property to another? A. Horses may be travelled only on specific advice e.g. veterinary requirement. All other travel is considered non-essential.

20.01.2022 Please take a few minutes to read the article on our 4 club challenge, page 28-29, compiled by Pamela Bice, thank you DNSW

18.01.2022 Don't forget to get your entries in for the FSCDA Dressage on April 18th. Entries close 09/04/2021. You can enter under your FSCDA membership or EA number. If you're not a FSCDA member, don't panic you can join when you do your entry on Nominate. It should be a nice relaxed day for our first comp, cant wait to see everyone again. https://www.nominate.com.au/equestdn/Event.aspx

18.01.2022 Hi all, FSCDA is having its AGM February 4th at Club Bega, from 6 pm in the small meeting room downstairs, please email anything that you would like to have on the agenda to the committee by FEBRUARY 1st.

17.01.2022 First time competing? This may help you get organised, but don't stress we are a small club and very approachable, we do have to abide by EA rules as far as equipment etc but if you are not sure or do not have what you need, please approach the club, we often have members with second-hand equipment for sale or things they are happy to lend. Don't let it put you off. https://www.dressagensw.equestrian.org.au/con/starting-out(usually%20navy,or%20beige%20breeches%20or%20jodhpurs

17.01.2022 Just received this via email EQUITANA MELBOURNE TO BE POSTPONED Now that Melbourne has entered a new phase of Stage Three Restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, our hopes of a sufficient recovery by November 2020 have been scuttled. It is with a very heavy heart that the EQUITANA Melbourne Organising Team have decided to postpone EQUITANA Melbourne to 2021. ... The "final straw" for us though was the safety of our EQUITANA Community including our exhibitors, competitors, educators, volunteers and of course loyal attendees who travel to Melbourne to enjoy everything the city has to offer as well as a world class EQUITANA experience. With the second wave that has hit Melbourne, resulting in the Metropolitan area going back into lockdown until at least 6 weeks from now, this means that it is impossible to proceed with confidence, that we can conduct a safe and successful event in November. The new dates we have been able to secure for the Melbourne Showgrounds are Thursday 8th July to Sunday 11thJuly 2021. The fact is, the decision to postpone has been made for us, such is the compelling evidence of the fallout of this crises. With restrictions in place and hospitality closed at the moment we just cannot expect people to commit to coming to Melbourne while these measures are in place. Your safety, health and welfare as well as our own team (including our superb volunteers) must be our number one priority. As a small business ourselves, we understand the economic and personal effect this horrible Coronavirus is having on the equine and broader community. Our heart goes out to everyone that on top of fires and drought, have now had to endure this third blow. But it is not the time to risk people's welfare by trying to proceed, as painful as this decision is for us. We will focus on a strong recovery and delivering you all a viable and safe EQUITANA Melbourne next July In the meantime, our hearts are with the Australian Equine Community and we hope you are all safe and well. We are in this with you and wish you all the best for the months ahead and look forward to celebrating good health, good times and great people at EQUITANA Melbourne from Thursday 8th July to Sunday 11th July 2021. Thank you for your support and understanding at this difficult time.

14.01.2022 ENSW ANNOUNCEMENT RE COVID-19 VIRUS In response to directions and advice from government, the Board of Equestrian NSW has taken the very difficult decision to s...trongly recommend that all events be cancelled with immediate effect. The government advice has been to minimise social contact and non-essential travel. The pressure on emergency services means that ambulances may not be available to attend events to treat serious injuries. In this situation, the responsible decision is to take all action necessary not to further burden the emergency services or risk members' safety at events. Equestrian NSW will also ask the NSW Office of Sport to underwrite all losses that our clubs and organising committees suffer as a result of cancelling events due to the Covid-19 virus. We thank all our members, organising committees, officials and volunteers for their understanding and support during these unprecedented times. We will continue to monitor the situation and update you all as soon as we have any further information. PETER DINGWALL Board President

14.01.2022 Not dressage related but possibly handy information as the fire conditions worsen around us.

14.01.2022 Calling all equestrian event organisers. The Change the Rein messages are now available in downloadable formats for inclusion in your programmes, schedules or t...o print and post all over the loo doors at your events. ESNZ also has a small budget to print a couple of corflutes for events to put up so they are more durable. If you want to order A2 sized corflutes email [email protected]. Three colours available. Or download the files from the following link for your own use https://www.nzequestrian.org.nz/change-the-rein/ Happy days - have a great weekend ahead! See more

14.01.2022 EA COVID-19 Update on Resuming Training and Competition Equestrian Australia supports the release of the Federal Governments Return to Sport Toolkit and contin...ues to work with the Federal Government, Australian Institute of Sport and Sport Australia on a safe and staged return to training and competition. We are currently developing and embedding our sport specific guidelines Resuming Equestrian Training and Competition Activities in a COVID-19 Environment' into the Return to Sport Toolkit with a draft being considered later this week. Our aim is to release these guidelines by 11 June and are designed to complement those that have been published or are being developed by each State Branch which reflect local regulations. The health and safety of our people and horses remain our priority as we work together as a broader community in order to navigate through these tough times...Read Online: https://www.equestrian.org.au//ea-covid-19-update-resuming Equestrian NSW Equestrian Queensland Equestrian Western Australia Equestrian Victoria Equestrian South Australia Inc Equestrian Tasmania Equestrian Northern Territory #COVID19 #ReturntoSport #ridewithus #fortheloveofthehorse

13.01.2022 NSW GOVERNMENT SPORT RECOVERY GRANT I’m delighted to advise members that Equestrian NSW has secured a grant for $349,000 from the NSW Office of Sport under the ...Community Sport Recovery Program: $127,000 ($1,000 each for ENSW affiliated Clubs) $222,000 for: COVID Safety Kits Coach training & accreditation Official training & accreditation Minor office repairs 2 X replacement ATVs Club Risk Management Training Training Clinics Subsidized venue hire for grass roots competitions Awards night with a focus on clubs, officials and volunteers Clubs will contacted soon to organise payments and programs. BRUCE FARRAR - Chief Executive Officer

13.01.2022 Notice to our clients. We will not be opening until 9 am tomorrow as we will be having an important staff meeting first thing. We will have our on call vet answering the emergency phone. But please delay any bookings or purchases until we are officially open at 9am.

11.01.2022 NSW GOVERNMENT SPORT RECOVERY GRANT Im delighted to advise members that Equestrian NSW has secured a grant for $349,000 from the NSW Office of Sport under the ...Community Sport Recovery Program: $127,000 ($1,000 each for ENSW affiliated Clubs) $222,000 for: COVID Safety Kits Coach training & accreditation Official training & accreditation Minor office repairs 2 X replacement ATVs Club Risk Management Training Training Clinics Subsidized venue hire for grass roots competitions Awards night with a focus on clubs, officials and volunteers Clubs will contacted soon to organise payments and programs. BRUCE FARRAR - Chief Executive Officer

11.01.2022 THE DRAW HAS BEEN SENT TO ALL COMPETITIORS. IT HAS GONE TO YOUR EMAIL ADDRESSES. PLEASE CHECK. For future reference we only release the draw on the Friday before the competition.

11.01.2022 Once competition resumes you will also see our committee on the grounds in these vests. Hopefully this will make it easier for people to know who to approach with questions or concerns on the day. We hope this will be especially helpful to riders from out of the area who are not familiar with our committee.

06.01.2022 POSTED BY NSW POLICE DONT PANIC, IT JUST RELATES TO INTERSTATE TRANSPORT OF HORSES NOT ORDINARY MOVEMENT OF HORSES Horse Movement in NSW.... Just a reminder for anyone who owns horses in New South Wales. There are regulations governing the movement of horses within NSW. A reminder to everyone that if you are transporting horses you require a Traveling Stock Statement (TSS). These documents are available from your Local Land Services office and you are required by law to have one in your possession when transporting horses. Transported Stock Statements (TSS) are required for horses travelling within NSW by vehicle (including those travelling into NSW), except where they are: travelling interstate and their journey deviates less than 30 km into NSW; travelling across a public road from one part of a property to another; being transported for veterinary treatment; being transported to or from a show, exhibition, gymkhana or other event; or horses being transported for work. Remember, transportation of stock is monitored to ensure biosecurity. Should you require any further information about this, please consult with your LLS or the Department of Primary Industries (DPI). A link to a DPI fact sheet can be found at the link below. https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au//Moving-horses-into-and-within-

05.01.2022 #BREAKING: Equestrian Australia has been placed into voluntary administration. "The intent of entering Voluntary Administration is to avoid insolvency, which wo...uld be disastrous, and to create the conditions for a successful and sustainable equestrian community into the future," the EA Board said in a statement. Full story: https://ab.co/37eWj1I

04.01.2022 Good news Veterinary services are an essential service so we will be here for you throughout this crisis to help with and service you and your animals, whatev...er their needs may be. Fleas, ticks and worms dont care that there is a pandemic, so it is important to make sure your pets preventative products are up to date and maintained through the coming months. We have all our usual products available and on display. There is no need to panic buy, all of our routine products and medications are available to pick up at any time and if you ring ahead we will deliver them to your car as soon as you arrive. We have prescription diets for those pets that have specific food requirements, which can be particularly important when stressful situations and environmental changes occur. Our over the counter treats and comfy beds are all here for your pets comfort while they are social distancing from their animal mates. If you have any questions or requests then please call us, we might look funny in our animal themed masks but we will endeavour to help in any way we can.

04.01.2022 UPDATE 13/03/2020 Good Afternoon Everyone. We are thinking of all as we observe the unfolding events surrounding Coronavirus [COVID-19]. We continue to monitor ...the situation very closely in consultation with the Victorian Government State Control Centre and Emergency Management Victoria and the Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy. We will provide a further update shortly. CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) Important Announcement from Equestrian Victoria 12 March 2020 Equestrian Victoria (EV) is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our members and community. This is paramount to everything we do. With the rapidly changing situation around Coronavirus (Covid-19), health authorities are continuing to closely monitor the situation. EV has received information from a variety of sources including the Victorian State Government, World Health Organisation (WHO), local health authorities, FEI and EA, and are following their advice around the conduct of major events. The Victorian State Governments current formal advice for events and public gatherings is that they can still go ahead, with people going about their lives as normal. Therefore, at this point in time, it is business as usual with the following major EV events continuing as scheduled: 1. 2020 PSI Dressage & Jumping with the Stars March 19-21 2. 2020 Victorian Jumping Titles March 26-29 3. Leader Equine Vic Interschool Equestrian State Championships April 2-6 For more information please click on the following link: https://djwts.org.au//20/03/MEDIA-RELEASE-Corona-Virus.pdf

04.01.2022 Are you new to Dressage? You will need a bridle number, its both easy and free. Here's a link to the EA page which explains the process.https://www.nsw.equestrian.org.au/content/bridle-numbers.

04.01.2022 Just a quick reminder. Tomorrow is a covid safe event so please scan in on arrival. Due to this we cannot provide canteen refreshments. So please bring your own food and a cup. There will be tea and coffee available.Just a quick reminder. Tomorrow is a covid safe event so please scan in on arrival. Due to this we cannot provide canteen refreshments. So please bring your own food and a cup. There will be tea and coffee available.

04.01.2022 Its on TONIGHT 29 th April

03.01.2022 It has been decided by the committee that our first competition of the year will be April. Our usual March comp will not run. If you have horses in work you can still compete in March by supporting MEA on 21st/22nd (entries close 16th) And Bemboka WEQ 28th/29th. More to follow about April soon.

02.01.2022 Time to dust the ash off your saddle, wade through the mud, catch your trusty steed, tack up and RIDE!! BSS WEQ is holding an obstacle familiarisation/training ...weekend at Bemboka Showgrounds on Saturday 28th from 1pm until 12pm Sunday 29th March. This will be a great opportunity to leave your worries at home and have a catch up with your fellow riders. We will have working equitation obstacles and a dressage arena set up for use on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Entries are now via Nominate- Find us under Working Equitation, or follow this link! https://nominate.com.au/equestdn/Event.aspx See more

02.01.2022 Interesting read

02.01.2022 EA Online Horse Training and Educational Activities EA welcomes the participation of members in online training and educational activities during this period of... COVID-19 shutdown that prevents riders from competing. Virtual Dressage Horsesport, Virtual Showjumping Horsesport, Virtual Eventing Horsesport and online training is available so that riders can have their training assessed while adhering to the obligations of social/physical distancing. Given the lack of usual controls afforded to an official competition, it is not possible for these on-line activities to assure participants of a level playing field in terms of assessment...read the full statement here: https://www.equestrian.org.au//ea-online-horse-training-an Equestrian NSW Equestrian Victoria Equestrian Western Australia Equestrian South Australia Inc Equestrian Queensland Equestrian Tasmania Equestrian Northern Territory #ridewithus #fortheloveofthehorse #COVID19 #coronavirus #onlinehorsesport

01.01.2022 Hi everyone. As you are all aware we are a little slow getting into the competition period this year. We just felt it was important to once again share the information on smoke inhalation now that people are starting to bring there horses back into work. If you have any concerns about your horses and ponies, please call your vet. And remember.....slow and steady wins the race.

01.01.2022 EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA CONSTITUTION CHANGES Since the Equestrian Australia (EA) Voluntary Administration Second Creditors Meeting, the State Branches and KordaMen...tha have been working together, to agree the changes to the EA Constitution, that are required under the Member endorsed Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA). The principle of one member one vote has been embraced, as well as the role of the Branches. Please click on the link below which provides a summary of the proposed changes to the EA Constitution, which will be voted on at the upcoming Special General Meeting. This will mean that EA will not be placed into liquidation. The Equestrian NSW Board looks forward to working with the new EA Interim Board, to deliver a fairer, more democratic and representative governance structure, for the benefit of all Members. PETER DINGWALL - President https://www.nsw.equestrian.org.au//member-update-equestria

01.01.2022 We have been receiving queries about how to manage horses affected by smoke and should they be exercised at the moment. I know its hard but just like us they ...need to be rested. UC Davis put out some great information after the wildfires that affected California in 2017. Definitely worth a read. https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu//guidelines-horses-exposed-