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Pony Club NSW

Locality: Wollongong, New South Wales

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25.01.2022 Attention all Dressage Kings and Queens Entries open tomorrow morning for the 2021 State Dressage Championships! We have a few exciting changes that we know you will love. 1. We have levels up to Medium depending on your age group! 2. Riders that turned 25 this year can still attend our championships next year - the age group is now Under 27 for 2021. 3. You can ride up to 4 tests across two days... Find the schedule of events in the link below, but before you enter take note of the following: You must gain approval from your Zone Chief Instructor before entering Enter your horse details into MyPonyClub before you enter Entries are not first come first served, so don't panic! Organise your entries as above before entering. If the event needs to be balloted, your ZCI will be contacted. At this stage entries are not open to interstate competitors, however we will let you know if anything changes. https://pcansw.org.au//2021_pcansw_state_dressage_schedule Paul Smith Photography #Dressage #ponyclub #ponyclubnsw #dubbonsw #championships

25.01.2022 Happy Father’s Day to all the horsey Dads out there! You know the ones... carrying all the gear, leading the pony to victory in the led beginner class, making sure everyone is fed and watered... and just maybe helping someone reverse their float into that tight spot. Thanks for everything you do for us!

25.01.2022 **2021 MEMBERSHIP UPDATE*** Please be advised that renewals are NOT yet available for 2021. Zones are currently in the process of setting their memberships up. After this stage, we will advise clubs that can set their memberships up. Only then will members be able to renew their memberships. We are hoping that memberships will be available for renewal early in December. If you are wanting to enter the 2021 State Dressage Championships, you will be able to enter the event - a warning will pop up to say that you are not current (for 2021), however will allow you to click through to enter.

24.01.2022 Riders Cup has Pony Club Jumping into Spring After making the difficult decision to cancel our State Championships for the remainder of 2020, Pony Club NSW has established the PCANSW Riders Cup a showjumping challenge where riders can compete within their zones whilst testing their skill against riders across the State. Inspired by the FEI Childrens Challenge, this allows our riders to get out and compete in a fun and covid-safe manner and keep themselves and their horse...s active. International Course Designer John Vallance has generously designed all of our courses for the Riders Cup. All events will be run between the 3rd and 11th of October, with State results announced shortly after the conclusion of all events. Our unique club network of around 250 clubs has given Pony Club NSW the depth of experience and knowledge within our membership base to allow for 18 different clubs and zones to host the event from Coffs Harbour in the North, to Bega in the South, and as far West as Dubbo and Jindera. Every host club will receive a $200 grant from Pony Club NSW as well as providing much needed fundraising and sponsorship opportunities for these clubs. Many clubs have missed out on income from their canteen and their yearly fundraising events such as Gymkhanas and raffles, and the bills to keep the club running keep coming in. Pony Club NSW Official Nutrition Partner Ranvet has come on board as a major sponsor of the Riders Cup event, they will be providing place getters with their Australian Made Nutritional Supplements, merchandise and more! We are very thankful to have the support of such a wonderful company that supports our up and coming riders. It has been a tough year for everyone, however with much of our membership base coming from rural and regional NSW we have particularly sympathised with our members affected by drought, bushfires and floods throughout 2020 and hope that the Riders Cup will provide our members with the sense of community that Pony Club is all about whilst still being covid-safe. Read more here https://pcansw.org.au//riders-cup-get-pony-club-jumping-in

24.01.2022 Our PonE News has had a makeover! If you would like to subscribe to our fortnightly email newsletter please subscribe here https://www.facebook.com/pcansw/app/100265896690345

23.01.2022 Is your horse misbehaving or could they be in pain? Horses feel pain just like we do, so as riders it's important that we "listen" to what our horses are telling us through behavioural changes like refusing jumps, not picking up the correct canter lead, or they might be showing actual lameness. Read more here https://thehorse.com/17736/pain-behavioral-or-both/

23.01.2022 It's been a tough year for everyone. When was the last time you asked the people around you "R U OK"? Usually the answer is "yes", but would you know what to say if the answer was "no"? This year the message for R U OK Day is "There's More to Say After R U OK", and they have developed some great resources to help guide you through these difficult conversations. Find out more here https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

22.01.2022 The Office of Sport invites coaches to "R We OK? A Sports Conversation For Coaches" on Thursday 10th September 6pm-7pm in support of R U OK Day. A multi-sport panel of presenters will provide practical ideas to help you develop an R U OK? culture of respect, trust, authenticity, and support within your own coaching situation. Register here https://eventdesq.sportstg.com/index.cfm

18.01.2022 Young Pony Club Inc had a wonderful closed Gymkhana over the weekend https://www.youngwitness.com.au//6933/fun-for-the-family/

18.01.2022 The Active Kids and Equestrian Fire Relief Australia grants both close tomorrow! Have you put your application in yet? https://pcansw.org.au/media/news/grants-update1

17.01.2022 Here's another great idea from Official Nutrition Partner Ranvet for the coming weekend - set to hit over 40 degrees in parts of the state Hot Weather Tip With temperatures set to reach up to 35 degrees tomorrow, why not treat your pony to a nice frozen ice block made in old Ranvet buckets. Horsey Ice Blocks are a great way to help keep your horse cool & hydrated during hot days.... To make: Add a couple scoops of Salkavite or Ranvet Electrolytes, your horse's favourite treats like apples or carrots, add flavour with a splash of yummy cordials or molasses and freeze overnight. Hot Tip: If you empty the ice block into a flexi-tub your horse can slurp up the yummy liquid as it melts For more information on our range of electrolytes please visit our website: https://www.ranvet.com.au/.../electrolytes-categories/ #BeatTheHeat #HorseNutrition #HorseTreat #Ranvet #TrustedPerformanceProducts

17.01.2022 By Odin’s Beard, @elsapatakyconfidential can lead a pony! She puts Thor to shame with her speed #Repost @chrishemsworth with @make_repost My wife is currently leading the rankings in the world famous sporting event known as drag a horse around an obstacle course Her strength and speed is unrivalled #RunElsaRun #lazyhorse @elsapatakyconfidential **not sure if this is at Pony Club but remember not to lead riders over jumps

17.01.2022 Pony Club NSW PonE News - https://mailchi.mp/4fd55b831319/pony-club-nsw-pone-news

16.01.2022 Some more tips from Ranvet made just for Pony Club NSW to help care for your horse during the heatwave and into Summer

16.01.2022 We are running another "Keeping Connected" Zoom meeting on the 30th of September at 6.30pm. Topics which may be covered: Using the risk assessment templates for your club, Covid Safety Plans, Using MyPonyClub, setting up for 2021, events and communications to keep your members updated, Updates from the office,... Find out more and book your place at the meeting here https://pcansw.org.au/media/news/keeping-connected-meeting1 See more

16.01.2022 Our super comfy and stylish 3 layer masks have free shipping for the remainder of September and for a limited time come with a free hand sanitizer! They are washable, reusable masks that come in three different sizes to keep the whole family safe Shop them here https://shop.pcansw.org.au/face-masks/

16.01.2022 Are you interested in the administrative side of running a pony club? Then why not head to the State Admin Workshop hosted by Zone 16 at Canberra Riding Club. Topics include Omnisport database training, Risk Management, Work Health & Safety, Instructors Schools, Regional Schools, NCAS Pony Club Program, Duties of the Club Senior Instructor and Zone Chief Instructor, Responsibilities of Instructors, Role of the Secretary, President and Treasurer and more! This is a free workshop, RSVP by the 6th of December and read more here https://pcansw.org.au/media/news/administration-workshop

16.01.2022 Thanks Equestrian Life for covering our Riders Cup series commencing on the 3rd of October!

15.01.2022 The Office of the Children's Guardian is holding the final Child Safe Standards in Sport webinar for 2020 on the 8th of December at 1pm. All levels of sporting organisations have a responsibility to keep children safe and we encourage representatives from all levels to attend and learn more about the NSW 10 Child Safe Standards. Register your interest here https://pcansw.org.au//child-safe-standards-sport-workshop

14.01.2022 Face Masks are now available through our online store with delivery next week - only $10 each! Bulk discounts available (down to $8 each) so clubs get your orders together. These are washable 3 layer masks, with 3 sizes available for the whole family. We have also just updated our online store with 2020 merch including State Camp and 2020 State Dressage and Showriding polos and caps - these are so nice (the office staff may have bought a few for themselves!) and below cost price as we need them gone! Find them here https://shop.pcansw.org.au/apparel/

14.01.2022 Did you know our Official Nutrition Partner Ranvet offers educational talks to our clubs and zones? If you have an event coming up that you'd like them to attend please touch base with them! Here they are at Armidale Pony Club giving a talk on First Aid

14.01.2022 Do you still do a march past or troop drill at the start of your rally day? It is a fantastic skill to learn and teaches discipline - and you’ll definitely need it if you ever want to join the mounted police!

14.01.2022 Congratulations to our September Equestrian News Profile of the Month Winner. Anika Cheney from Wyong Pony Club in Zone 24! Thanks to our wonderful sponsor Equestrian News Magazine, Anika will receive some amazing prizes including a saddlecloth from Equestrian News Magazine, a voucher from Giddyupgirl Australia, a 2.5kg tub of Equine Pure Delights, and will have her profile featured in one of the publications in the Equestrian News Magazine stable- the Hills & Hawkesbury Equ...estrian News, Highlands 2 Hawkesbury Equestrian News, or Hunter 2 Hawkesbury Equestrian News! The Rider Profile of the Month competition aims to promote Pony Club NSW riders across all disciplines that promote the true Pony Club spirit through sportsmanship, enjoyment of all aspects of horses and riding, and horsemanship. Entries close on the 15th of every month with the winner announced shortly after. Information on how to enter can be found here http://www.pcansw.org.au/media/competitions.

14.01.2022 Well sometimes it just doesn't go to plan, does it? Best response is to laugh, and then go home and continue your training!

14.01.2022 Hands up if the Sydney 2000 Olympic Gold Medal winning Eventing Team's victory lap still gives you chills?! And who else is going to do a sneaky victory lap of their own around the arena this afternoon Don't forget to apply for our Annual State Camp to get the chance to spend a week at this incredible facility at Sydney International Equestrian Centre with four days of elite coaching!

13.01.2022 Congratulations to our finalists representing NSW in the Annual Pony Club Australia Awards!

12.01.2022 One for the Eventers! Do you have any great memories from the Sydney 2000 Olympics? How lucky are we to have access to this amazing facility for our annual State Camp at Sydney International Equestrian Centre. Shared from Equestrian NSW To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Eventing competition at the Sydney Olympic Games, CrossCountry App have released an exciting digital recreation of the cross country course. Take a tour of the interactive map with Olympians Mary King, ...Blyth Tait, Stuart Tinney and Amanda Ross who remember their ride and their wonderful horses - and for Stuart Tinney, the Team Gold Medal ceremony. Course designer Mike Etherington-Smith explains how the venue and course came into being over three years. One great thing that has come out of the Sydney Olympics is the legacy of the venue explains Blyth Tait who is now designing courses at Sydney. It is a world class facility which must contribute to the preparation for Australian teams when going overseas. It is such a credit that it is such a great venue twenty years later. The Sydney International Equestrian Centre continues to regularly host eventing competitions where riders from 60cm to 4* can experience the thrill of riding over the same terrain and galloping through the (albeit modified) Olympic water jumps. It has been an engrossing and fun project says CrossCountry App co-Founder Jose Diacono who was herself a volunteer Team Liaison Officer - or Ollie Vollie as they were called. Mike Etherington-Smith, Competition Manager Franz Venhaus and Deputy Competition Manager Vince Roche supplied documents and photographs and many others contributed photos of the competition and fences. The digital course includes the fascinating stories behind the fence names which celebrate the aboriginal heritage and history of the site. The Anniversary Course includes audio extracts from a highly entertaining zoom panel in which Mary King, Blyth Tait, Stuart Tinney and Amanda Ross relived the excitement by watching their rounds with Mike Etherington-Smith. Hosted by former Australian Olympic coach Prue Barrett and Eventing commentator Fiona Hughes of Sit Tight Radio. Find the 20th Anniversary Sydney 2000 course at http://bit.ly/sydney2000xc and on Cross Country App. Listen to the Sit Tight Radio podcast on iTunes. Download the Cross Country App for iPhone and Android

11.01.2022 Welcome to our Virtual Tradeshow We are devastated that we cannot attend Equitana this year, so as a way to give back to our wonderful customers who we won’t ...get to see this year, we are throwing a 4-day product giveaway party! Over the next 4 days, we will be featuring our favourite Ranvet products and providing you with the opportunity to try them out. Simply complete the daily online form which will be released every morning at 8am to receive your sample We will also be giving away a BRAND NEW IPHONE 12 to one lucky person. To go in the draw to win an iPhone 12 simply: 1. Tag your friends and family who you had planned to go to Equitana 2020 with. 2. Like us on either Facebook or Instagram: @ranvetptyltd Competition T & C’s: Please note, only one sample per person, per day. Sample giveaways each day are capped at 150. iPhone Competition closes Monday the 23rd of November 2020 at 8am AEST. Winner will be announced at 10am Monday the 23rd of November via Ranvet’s Facebook and Instagram. Open to Australian residents only.

11.01.2022 With a huge influx of applications for the 2021 State Camp, selectors had a tough job to decide on just 12 riders per discipline to attend the 28th Annual State Camp at Sydney International Equestrian Centre in January. With over 130 entries for the camp and only 72 positions available, you can just imagine how difficult it was. Dressage had the highest number of applicants, which is great sign of the strength of the discipline within Pony Club. For those that weren't select...ed this time around, we hope you try again next year - and also put in your Expression of Interest for the 2021 Nationals (and training clinics) here https://pcansw.org.au//2021-national-championship-team-eois Please find all riders selected for the State Camp 2021 here https://pcansw.org.au//g/78/selection_list_for_website.pdf Half Steps Photography

11.01.2022 Some great grants are open for applications - the Local Sporting Champions Grant, covid-19 Cross Border Sport Fund (for those clubs located in NSW but are affiliated with Pony Club Victoria or Pony Club Queensland), the Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program, and the Budget Direct Sponsorship fund.

11.01.2022 Have you ever had a tack-sident like this before? We aren't sure what caused this bridle to become dislodged/break, but this is a good reminder to give your gear a good checking over, ensuring stitching and leather is in good condition with no fraying or cracking, and also a good reminder of the benefits of a thorough gear check!

11.01.2022 Eugowra Pony Club had another fabulous rally day last weekend, with a demonstration from a professional trick rider (pictured), with kids (and even some parents!) having a practice on a saddled barrel! Looks like a very fun rally day well done Eugowra for your out of the box thinking. https://www.forbesadvocate.com.au//eugowra-pony-club-rid/

10.01.2022 From Saturday 26 September, interregional community sporting competitions can recommence without restricting these activities to regions or zones, where there is a COVID19 Safety Plan for the community sporting activity in place. The advice provided in August regarding limiting spectators to one parent per child, and inter-region sport and recreation activities has been removed, however organisations must still ensure their activity is delivered in compliance with the Public ...Health Order and the COVID-19 Safety Plan requirements. This includes the requirement to adhere to the 500-person limit for community sport activities (including participants, officials and spectators) and adhering to the one person per four square metre rule. Organisations and spectators must also ensure that physical distancing of at least 1.5 metres is maintained between people that do not come from the same household. If this is unable to be achieved wearing a mask is recommended. Clubs are instructed to update their risk assessments with this new advice. Read more here https://pcansw.org.au/media/news/covid-19-update2

09.01.2022 Would you like to complete something new over the holiday period? Why not do the Sport Australia Community Coaching General Principles course. It takes approxim...ately four hours. The course is free of charge for people with an Australian postal address and is subsidised by the Australian Sports Commission to encourage beginner officials to undertake training. The course is aimed at first time and beginner coaches (eg. parents) and is a requirement for all our PCA NCAS Preliminary Coaches. There is assessment included within each module. Learners who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate and have their details recorded on the Australian Sports Commission’s national coaching database. https://www.sportaus.gov.au/coaches_and_officials/coaches AIS Sport Australia #coaching #riders #parents #volunteers #clubs #ponyclubaus #belearning #helpyourclub #coaches #officials #pcancas #pathways

09.01.2022 Finalists in the Pony Club Australia Annual Awards, Londonderry Pony Club, had a very busy weekend! With Regional School, NCAS Coaching Assessment, and rally day all on the one weekend! LPC tells us: Well we think riders, instructors and horses alike will all have a good sleep tonight! Our regional Showriding and Dressage Riders were cementing their skills during their second sessions - the results were amazing, thank you to our wonderful guest coach Danielle for your coac...hing, especially in the rain!! We had 4 instructors from across the zone undergoing NCAS assessment and we are pleased to announce that all 4 passed with flying colours! We now welcome Matilda to the LPC instructor family, our 4th accredited instructor this year! Don’t forget if you are interested to start the NCAS program, you can pick up your kit at the clubhouse! Thank you to the LPC riders who were demonstrator riders! In between all of this, we had our remaining riders participate in a fun filled rally day, with a wide variety of activities on offer including flat work, poles and grids, jumping and obstacle challenges! Thank you to everyone for adhering to our covid hygiene restrictions throughout the day! And thank you to all our generous volunteers who without, our rally days wouldn’t be possible! #teamlondonderryponyclub #comeridewithus See more

07.01.2022 Covid has hit our clubs pretty hard, with 65% of Equestrian respondents to the recent Australian Sports Foundation survey reporting declined revenue streams. Don't forget there are a number of excellent grants on offer at the moment, read more and apply here https://pcansw.org.au/media/news/grants-update

07.01.2022 Check out these great photos and memories, tag some one you may know

06.01.2022 More grants on offer and two are closing in a week - have you applied for your club yet? https://pcansw.org.au/media/news/grants-update1

06.01.2022 Well, if 2020 had've gone to plan, our Sporting, Campdraft and Team Penning riders would have finished off their Fitness Check, horses would be in their yards with dinner, and riders would be preparing for the Sporting Championships tomorrow morning at Merriwa, Zone 7. Unfortunately this year definitely hasn't gone to plan, however many clubs and zones have been active in putting on covid-safe events for their members. What have you participated in recently? Kristy Bullen

05.01.2022 Save the date for our 2021 State Championships! Keen to host a State event next year? Start the discussions now with your zone to submit an application to host for consideration at the November State Meetings.

04.01.2022 With a predicted heat wave hitting us on the weekend, Official Nutrition Partner Ranvet have given us some advice on how to best manage our horses in hot weather. Did you know that vets often see an increase in colic cases in hot weather due to dehydration? The Pony Club Australia Hot Weather Policy should also be considered for any events this weekend. Read more here: https://pcansw.org.au/me/news/feeding-horses-in-hot-weather

04.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day, a day to remind ourselves to check in with the people around us. A conversation could save a life - are you prepared to ask someone if they are OK, and to continue the conversation if they aren't OK? There are some excellent resources that will prepare you to have these conversations here https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

03.01.2022 Salt Ash Pony Club Inc had a great idea for their 2020 Christmas Party - they set up a Photo Booth so riders and their horses could get a lovely Christmas photo together, complete with props! How awesome, and a great way to end a not so great year. What are you planning for your end of year Christmas parties?

03.01.2022 Did you know that as a member of Pony Club NSW you can advertise your horse for sale on our website as a complimentary part of your membership? Visit https://pcansw.org.au/media/horses-for-sale to learn more!

03.01.2022 Don’t forget late entries for State Camp Tetrathlon only close tomorrow afternoon!

03.01.2022 Have you noticed yellow flowered weeds creeping into your paddocks of late? It's probably the noxious weed Fireweed. Our Official Nutrition Partner Ranvet show how to safely remove the weed from your paddocks and gives us some information below: Fireweed looks like a daisy with little yellow flowers. It invades pastures and can poison horses and livestock. In most cases horses will naturally avoid these plants, however, during winter when pasture is limited, horses may consu...me them. Horses have more problems with fireweed poisoning than other livestock. Unpigmented skin in horses can become sensitive to sunlight, redden and peel away. Brain damage can also be a common side effect. Other symptoms of Fireweed poisoning can include: * Dullness * Aimless wandering * An uncoordinated gait * Pressing up against fences, gates or trees reduced awareness, and possible blindness. Hand weeding is often the most effective way of removing Fireweed from your horse's paddock. It is important to wear gloves and ensure that you use a bag to dispose of the plants immediately after removing them to minimise seed dispersal. https://www.facebook.com/watch/

02.01.2022 Do you know anyone with a brumby? Read the Equestrian Life article "The Joy of Growing Up with a Brumby" where members from Tumbarumba Pony Club and Cobargo Pony Club have excelled on their brumbies! https://eqlifemag.com.au//the-joy-of-growing-up-with-a-br/

02.01.2022 Getting very close now until the big man pays us a visit, Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and stays COVID safe

02.01.2022 Are you keen to represent your State at the 2021 Pony Club Australia National Championships? We are now taking Expressions of Interest from riders that are eligible and of the required standard for the 2021 Team. Find out more and register your interest here https://pcansw.org.au//2021-national-championship-team-eois

01.01.2022 Are you a Member Protection Information Officer, or looking to become one in 2021? The Office of Sport is running a workshop in December which consists of two one hour webinars. Read more and book your place here https://pcansw.org.au//member-protection-information-offic

01.01.2022 Running a COVIDSafe event isn’t difficult with a bit of pre-planning! Here are some initiatives that Berry Pony Club took for their Gymkhana

01.01.2022 Have you put your application in for the 2021 Annual State Camp? Our high performance camp caters for State Championship level riders in the disciplines of Dressage, Showjumping, Eventing, Mounted Games, and NEW disciplines Formal Gymkhana and Tetrathlon! Find the application and requirements here https://pcansw.org.au/events/state-interstate-events Ian Vaughan Photography

01.01.2022 Great grant opportunity for facilities

01.01.2022 Merry Christmas to our volunteers, sponsors, members and supporters and of course our horses and ponies! We wish you happiness and good health and lots of carrots for the ponies

01.01.2022 Do you know someone who has made outstanding contributions to the advancement of women in sport? Then nominate them for the Her Sport Her Way Awards! Individuals and sporting organisations are strongly encouraged to nominate an outstanding coach, official, administrator or leader who has made a significant contribution to inclusive sport for women. Nominations close on the 14th of January, read more here https://pcansw.org.au//her-sport-her-way-awards-nominate-n

01.01.2022 The Transported Stock Statement (TSS) system was introduced in 1990 partly to assist NSW Police Force to trace stolen stock. You are required to carry a TSS in various circumstances including transporting your horse to a private facility for recreational riding or lessons. Police Operation Stock Check commenced on the 4th of August 2020 resulting in increased monitoring of transported horses. Be prepared, you are likely to be pulled over and asked by the NSW Police for a TSS for the horse you may be moving. If you do not have a TSS with you or your horse does not meet any of the exemptions, you may be fined. Read here for more information https://pcansw.org.au/med/news/police-operation-stock-check