Mitch Rourke in Port Macquarie, New South Wales | Agricultural service

Mitch Rourke

Locality: Port Macquarie, New South Wales

Phone: +61 421 609 673

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19.01.2022 Some timeless advice from 1904

16.01.2022 COVID-19 update Firstly I hope you are all staying safe and keeping well. As the virus spreads further in our local area, in the interest of minimising risk can I please ask that if you are unwell, have travelled overseas recently, been exposed to someone confirmed or suspected to have coronavirus please contact me to reshedule your appointment. Further we please ask that everyone do their best to follow the current health authorities by following the social distancing policy... of no less and 1.5 metre proximity to one another and while we usually welcome cash payment, where possible please consider paying by direct transfer or eftpos via square. Now, something I'd like you to consider. Most, if not all horse shows and events have now been cancelled so if you're horse is currently shod because of the events and shows that have now been cancelled or postponed please consider removing the shoes and getting a good trim. That will save you money and also minimise my contact with others as shod horses need to be reshod every 6 to 8 weeks where as a trimmed horse can go a few months or even longer if your handy with a rasp. If you require your horses to be shod for recreational trail riding or therapeutic/lameness issues (navicular and laminitis come to mind), that's totally fine just something to consider. Something to consider incase lock down measures go further and also as a first responder with Fire + Rescue NSW, there is the risk of me and my family being quarantined for 2 weeks if I attend a job that has a possible exposure. I thank you for your understanding and support, please I encourage you to share this so it gets across to all of my clients and could be helpful to the wider horse community Cheers Mitch

15.01.2022 This year my focus is going to be running my business and not letting my business run me. With my growing family and commitments with Fire + Rescue NSW its becoming more important to have clients on a regular pre booked schedule that is based around certain areas on certain days. Please be understanding when making a booking outside of a regular schedule and expect a possible delay. I try me best to fit everyone in but this year I need to look at it from a business perspective and what is best for me and my family. Thanks for your continued support.

14.01.2022 Next month from 1st June to 25th June I'll be participating in the push-up challenge. 3318 push-ups over 25 days to raise awareness for mental health. I'll be fundraising for Headspace Port Macquarie with a goal of $365 and it would be gratefully appreciated if you could visit my page and even donate a small amount. Every little bit helps.... https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/pushuperer/193437

14.01.2022 If you own horses, chances are you've heard the term navicular, navicular disease or navicular syndrome. It's referring to lameness caused by pain in the navicular region located behind the pedal bone and usually only effects the front feet due to the anatomy of the horse placing more weight over the front feet. I have a particular case on my books who came into my care barefoot almost 2 years ago and shoes were decided upon after radiographs confirmed quite severe navicular ...changes. We started out with straight bar shoes and rockered toes which helped ease the pain and provide comfort. Lately I've been reading a fair amount on a particular shoe called a navicular bar shoe so today's visit called for a step up from the straight bar to an adaptation of the navicular bar shoe. Why buy when you can build. See more

14.01.2022 Horseshoes can handle a 600kg horse walking all over them day in day out but they need 10 layers of bubble wrap so they don't get damaged in the mail.

14.01.2022 To all those who are in flood affected zones, please stay safe. If anyone is looking to relocate horses, I do have a contact at kundabung who has offered up paddocks but I'm not too sure on the highway closure situation. Feel free to message me for details.

14.01.2022 When the clients son wants horseshoes, he gets horseshoes.

12.01.2022 Just keep messaging me until I reply.......

12.01.2022 In light of the rapid spread of the Carona virus can I please ask that if you have recently returned from overseas or have been in contact with someone who has and you have an appointment in the 2 weeks following, please contact me to reschedule. Otherwise it will be business as usual.

11.01.2022 Just wanted to say thanks to all my clients for being patient and understanding at this time as we welcome the newest member of our family, Reuben.

10.01.2022 To get with the times we are now able to offer clients the option to pay with credit card, eftpos card or even google and apple pay if your a little fancy via square, transation fees apply.

06.01.2022 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 person’s 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 it’s 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 FAQ’s 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 Government’s 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 Government’s 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.

06.01.2022 In light of the recent fires, to all my clients who have evacuated their horse or are thinking about moving their horses over the next few weeks, I wish you all the best and most of all that you remain safe. If we have an appointment coming up, can you contact me as soon as possible so that we can arrange another time.

05.01.2022 The new shoeing box is basically complete now. The original goal was to have it completed in January ready for the new year but all good things take time. The old timber one is almost 7 years old and has had its fair share of repairs and its time to retire it. A big thanks to Mid Coast Switchboards for the use of the bender and guillotine.

05.01.2022 My wife is supporting a friend by walking 50kms in May to raise money for research into multiple sclerosis. Here's the link if anyone would like to donate. Thanks

02.01.2022 Making a heartbar 2021 style. They'll be welded into the shoes at the horse tomorrow.