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24.01.2022 Meet the horses of RDA! Banjo is owned by RDA Daylesford. They purchased him in 2018 after receiving a grant from the Commonwealth Bank Staff Fund. Daylesford were nominated by their local branch staff members for this grant that celebrated 100 years of the Commonwealth Bank. Banjo is quiet and bomb proof. He does not have the most elegant of paces and so is unlikely to win a dressage competition. He is however an ideal RDA horse for beginning riders. Nothing fusses him. On o...ne occasion his young rider was attempting to knock over blocks with a stick (stick pegging). She missed the peg totally and knocked Banjo between his legs on his belly. He didn't move a muscle and when the rider collected herself, he continued around the obstacle course. At the agistment property where Banjo is living during COVID, he is always first to the hay. He loves his food and expects everyone who comes up to him to offer a treat. Banjo is pictured below, thoroughly enjoying his food! See more

24.01.2022 Volunteers have been working hard across Victoria to ensure facilities are in tip top condition to prepare for a return to riding. The RDA Daylesford volunteers physically distance to get essential maintenance completed!

24.01.2022 RDA Victoria have spent the last 2 days working variously with the Department of Justice, Department of Health & Human Services, the Department of Jobs, Precincts & Regions and VicSport as well as liaising with Equestrian Victoria and Pony Club to formulate a standardised and approved exemption policy on horse welfare and care. The Victorian Government have been able to confirm that any services connected with animal health, husbandry or welfare are able to remain open as lon...g as they have a COVID-19 Safe Plan in place. RDA Centres that have submitted and had their COVID-19 Plans approved will be compliant as long as, where necessary, they incorporate the Stage 4 curfew restrictions. RDA Victoria is awaiting formal Government advice regarding travel and care for horses under COVID-19 Stage 3 and Stage 4 Restrictions. A letter of authority and an email providing further details has been sent to Centre gmail accounts for authorised emergency horse care and welfare volunteers to use when looking after our wonderful horses. For more information please contact [email protected] Stay safe!

24.01.2022 Now we are looking at a gradual reopening of Victoria, with changes to how we have to manage Centres and Clubs, there is no better time to talk about how to make our community as COVID-19 safe as possible. Join Edwina Boase-Stratford at 4pm on Friday 2 October 2020 to discuss creating COVID Safe Centres. Edwina is RDA Victoria's State Coaching Coordinator, a final year student, Master of Ergonomics, Safety and Public Health, RDAA National Assessor and RDA Level 2 Coach. To join us please email your interest to [email protected]

24.01.2022 RDA Top End Centre will be the first RDA Centre to gradually return to activities. They have developed a comprehensive staged recovery plan and will be our pioneers in this new COVID-19 environment. The NT Government is the first to lift restrictions due to their low community transmission cases. RDA Victoria continues to work with the Victorian State Government and other sports to develop a return to play recovery plan. RDA State Members can join the RDAA Zoom web meeting on Tuesday to hear more about preparing for recovery efforts and planning for a staged approach to return to RDA services.

23.01.2022 May everyone have a joyous and peaceful Christmas 2020. Here’s to a healthy and happy 2021, filled with riding fun!

23.01.2022 Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who continue to look after and care for our wonderful horses. As of 11.59pm Wednesday 22 July 2020 if you live within metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire, you must wear a face covering whenever you leave your home, unless an exception applies. A face covering needs to cover both your nose and mouth. It could be a face mask or shield.... If you live in other parts of Victoria it is recommended you wear a face covering when you leave home and are in situations where it is difficult to maintain physical distance of 1.5 metres between yourself and others. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-coverings-1159pm-wednesday * If you have even the mildest of symptoms, please isolate and get tested. * Stay at least 1.5m apart. * Maintain hygiene regimens - wash or sanitise your hands for at least 20 seconds, use cough and sneeze ettiquette. * Stay at home, stay safe and reduce the risk of transmission.

22.01.2022 Good morning! It's a bit wet outside this morning so what better way to start the weekend by making a nice cuppa and sitting down to read our newsletter? https://www.rdav.asn.au/rda-victoria-newsletter-ride-on-is/

22.01.2022 Having been outside with the horses, I am having more of a Chewbacca hair day.... May the fourth be with you!

22.01.2022 UPCOMING WEBINAR! Friday 21st August 2020. 2pm Melbourne time. We invite you to attend this great zoom session with Di Collins on Communication. Di Collins is an RDA coach at Oaklands, who has specialized in communication throughout her career both as a Speech Pathologist and a health administrator.... This webinar is a great opportunity for coaches and volunteers to learn new techniques that can assist them when working with people with a communication disability. During the session we will discuss how best to apply these in an RDA setting. It is a practical webinar so be ready to get involved as Di helps you understand the difficulties some of our riders face every day. Please email [email protected] for more details!

21.01.2022 TRAINING WEBINAR - ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT Adapting with the Two Sals featuring Sally Francis and Sally Watson Tuesday 13th October at 6.30pm RDA Victoria are running a FREE webinar on adaptive equipment. This will give an overview and explanation on the different adaptive equipment used at RDA - what, why and how equipment is approved for use.... Join the "Two Sals" - Sally Francis and Sally Watson - on Tuesday 13th October 2020 at 6.30pm (Melbourne time)! For more information and bookings please email [email protected] See more

21.01.2022 RDA cannot operate, even through our months of lockdown, without the dedication of our amazing volunteers. Lyn from RDA Doveton has been getting up extra early several days per week since March to feed their horses. Her commitment and dedication to the RDA horses has been in addition to working long hours during these months. Lyn, thank you for all you do! Doveton horses have made the move back to Myuna Farm from Tooradin Estate to be brought back into work in preparation for a step by step resumption of RDA programs.

21.01.2022 To support RDA Victoria this Catanach’s Jewellers MRC Foundation Race Day, the MRC has created the Super Box which includes some of the best-love dishes from Caulfield’s springtime marquees paired with T’Gallant wines. Visit https://mrc.racing.com/dini/superbox/mrcfoundation-race-day to order your Super Box now to have it delivered direct to your door on the race day morning and select RDA Victoria at the checkout. #MRCFoundation #caulfield... For more information on the T’Gallant Super Box, inclusions and how to order, please visit https://mrc.racing.com/dini/superbox/mrcfoundation-race-day See more

21.01.2022 3 December is International Day of People with Disabilities. Almost everyone will be temporarily or permanently impaired at some point in their life. Disability is a part of the human condition. The theme for IDPwD 2020 is Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World and "Not all Disabilities are Visible".... 'Not all Disabilities are Visible’ focuses on spreading awareness and understanding of disabilities that are not immediately apparent, such as mental illness, chronic pain or fatigue, sight or hearing impairments, diabetes, brain injuries, neurological disorders, learning differences and cognitive dysfunctions, among others. The annual theme provides an overarching focus on how society can strive for inclusivity through the removal of physical, technological and attitudinal barriers for people with disability.

20.01.2022 MENTAL HEALTH -THE HIDDEN DISABILITY RDA VICTORIA COACH TRAINING SESSION International Guest Speaker: Dr Anita Shkedi www.anitashkedi.com Tuesday 10th November at 6.30pm Melbourne time.... Contact [email protected] for information on this Coach Training Session. RDA Victoria is delighted to present international speaker, Dr Anita Shkedi! Dr Shkedi has a Doctorate and Master Degree in Education, a Post Graduate Diploma for health visiting, and British State Registration Nursing diplomas as well as a Therapeutic Riding Instructor’s certificate from The Wingate Institute. Her doctoral thesis researched Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy: Towards a Future Curriculum. In 2015, she received the Award of Excellence from the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame for her work in Israel. She is the author of the book Traumatic Brain Injury and Therapeutic Riding published in 2012, which has been praised by many colleagues in the field of therapeutic riding. In 1994 Anita and Giora brought the first Israel Paralympic teams to the World Championships and Paralympic competitions for riding for the disabled. She became a steward for the Federation Equestrian International, (FEI), Para Equestrian and served on the board of the International Paralympics Equestrian Committee (IPEC) from 1996-2001. This committee evolved into a branch of the FEI in 2006. In 2005, Anita developed a successful and on-going Equine Studies course for Youth at Risk that offers a five-point school matriculation for high school students in Israel. Anita continues to give clinics, lectures, and train instructors in Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy in more than 15 countries. She is also a leader in partnering with the horse to provide EAA/T for Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and adults who have severe disabilities. See more

20.01.2022 Introducing the horses of RDA - meet Pepper! After finishing her racing career as a harness horse, Pepper made her way to becoming a trusted and reliable part of RDA Bundoora Park's team. Pepper has a beautifully quiet and respectful nature, perfect for relaxing a troubled mind. Pepper brings joy to all her riders and her quirky personality will always spark a laugh. Her favourite things to do are playing in the sprinklers and splashing in the dam (quite often in the middle o...f winter!). Oh and let’s not forget her much loved morning coffee shared with Jenny! Being a standardbred, Pepper’s riders enjoy her smooth and therapeutic stride however, we must select the bravest and the fittest of volunteers to keep up with her enormous trot! We are so very lucky to have the pleasure of having this beautiful mare. There is no volunteer or rider who does not fall in love her. See more

20.01.2022 Five days to go until Catanach's Jewellers MRC Foundation Raceday! Funds raised through online raffle ticket sales run by Catanach's Jewellers Melbourne Racing Club Foundation Raceday will go towards our Horse Welfare Fund, ensuring RDA horses are kept in the very best of condition during our COVID-19 lockdowns. Tickets have now been sold out however you can purchase a Superbox and find out all the event information here: https://mrc.racing.com//catanachs-jewellers-mrc-foundation Thank you Abby for being an RDA Ambassador! Thank you @mrc_foundation, Catanach's Jewellers, Melbourne Racing Club, Racing.com for your wonderful support #AfterTheLast

18.01.2022 Thanks to everyone who attended today's Zoom Webinar Extravaganza! It was wonderful to see your faces! Thank you presenters Adrian from Bruce Smith Saddlery, Diane from Skye Park Rugs. Mark Burnell from AHIC and as a horse dentist, Julia Battams from Equine Pathways Australia, Sally Francis and Mary Longden presenting on the Joan Tonge Trail Challenge and Edwina, State Coaching Coordinator, on Mental Health First Aid. A huge thank you to RDA volunteer, coach and board member, Kathryn Holden, for coordinating and Zoom wrangling!

18.01.2022 Thank you to Margaret Battye, one of RDA Victoria's long serving volunteers! #NVW2020

18.01.2022 Scoot from RDA Viewbank says "Hi!". She hopes everyone is coping OK and can't wait to see everyone at Viewbank once again. Thanks for sending us your photo and your best wishes, Scoot! We all truly appreciate your lovely words and thoughts!

17.01.2022 RDA Victoria is so very excited to team with Racing Victoria and their Off The Track Retrainers to develop pathways for throroughbreds into RDA Programs.

17.01.2022 Tune in on Saturday afternoon for the Catanach's Jewellers MRC Foundation Raceday!

16.01.2022 As a part of a series of training webinar Zoom sessions for our RDA Centres, coaches and volunteers we invite you to join us on: Tuesday 21st July 7pm (Melbourne time). Best Practice in Preventing Gastric Ulcers and Promoting Digestive Health for our Horses. Presented by Rebecca Ham of Kentucky Equine Research Please register your interest by email: [email protected]

15.01.2022 WEBINAR - REIN CONTROL - the vital link to independent riding. Presented by Mary Longden. TUESDAY 11TH AUGUST 2020 6pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (Melbourne) COST: $20.00.... Fundraiser for RDA Pakenham. This one-hour session covers riding skills but with emphasis on rein use. It looks at how riding skills development can be adapted for people with a variety of disabilities. Mary Longden is conducting the session. She is a top-level coach, coach educator and assessor with both Equestrian Australia and RDA Australia. She has been involved with Para Equestrian International teams for many years. She has been an international Para Equestrian dressage judge and 3 Day Eventing judge. She is very keen to help riders with disabilities to reach their potential and have fun in the process! To register: Email to [email protected] by 9 am Tuesday 11 August 2020. See more

13.01.2022 Following a successful 2020 Tax Appeal, the RDA Victoria Board has established a RDA Victoria Horse Welfare Fund. RDA Victoria offers a deep and heartfelt thanks to our wonderful supporters and donors. The purpose of the fund is to provide grants of up to $2,000.00 to assist Centres in need to maintain their wonderful RDA horses in optimum health and condition in preparation for return to programs. For further information and to apply for a grant from the RDA Victoria Horse Welfare Fund 2020 please check your RDA Centre gmail accounts.

13.01.2022 Wow! What a response! RDA Victoria's Zoom Extravaganza is now fully booked. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow afternoon. Keep an eye on our Facebook page and your emails for further events.

13.01.2022 Although there are always exceptions to the rule, ex-racehorses have often been considered as performance horses best left to the experts. However, with Racing ...Victoria’s (RV) ever-expanding network of Acknowledged Retrainers ensuring that more are receiving correct support post-racing, second-career pathways for Off The Track horses are now becoming more varied. While many still find their way into performance homes, there are other options available. Just recently, RV and RDA Victoria - Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria announced a formal partnership and the benefits are set to be twofold.... Read more: www.equestrianlife.com.au/art/Helping-horses-changing-lives #eqlifeaus

13.01.2022 WEBINAR: Friday 27th November @ 10.30am. Join Karen Sternbeck from Kohnke's Own sharing her knowledge on providing supplements for the RDA horse. Learn about the wonderful offer from Kohnke's Own regarding supplements for RDA Centres! Email [email protected] to register.

12.01.2022 Hi Everyone! Just checking in to see if we are all feeling OK today. 2020 sure has thrown some curve balls and has caused massive disruption to our lives. The impacts have been profound. So take some time today, and every day of the year, to touch base with each other and ask "Are you OK?". https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

12.01.2022 UPCOMING WEBINAR! Lungeing the RDA Horse. With Lyndsay Batt-Rawden, BHS Level 1 RDAA Level 1 Coach, Level 2 Trainee. Thursday 5th November 2020, 6.30pm. Email [email protected] to book your place.

12.01.2022 RDA Volunteers have the knack of making everyone feel special - thank you RDA Stawell. Your beautiful words and card are very much appreciated!

11.01.2022 Whilst we may not be physically together, RDA appreciates and thanks all volunteers joining in online training and working parties across Victoria and Australia. #NVW2020 #waveforvolunteers

11.01.2022 Meet the horses of RDA! These two wonderful horses are used in both RDA Bendigo's carriage driving and riding programs. Oscar has a habit of letting his tongue hang out of his mouth, and flicking it roundmuch... to our riders amusement. Oscar has been with RDA Bendigo for over 10 years, and Jackson for 5 years. Both geldings are standardbreds - such versatile horses! See more

11.01.2022 Sport and Recreation Victoria Survival Package Round 2. The $40m Community Sport Sector Survival Package, part of the Victorian Government's initiative Economy Survival Package, provides grants to support the operational viability of community sport and recreation organisations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. There are 2 grant streams. The first for State Sporting Associations and other State Sporting bodies. The second stream includes grants of $1000 for individual clu...bs - this includes RDA Centres. RDA Centres that have received the $1000 funding in the first round will automatically receive a $500 top up. Those Centres do not need to apply for this top up. RDA Centres who have not previously applied are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Open until 5pm Friday 16 September 2020. For specific details, please visit the link below. https://sport.vic.gov.au//community-sport-sector-/_recache

10.01.2022 Louie came to Carriage Driving for the Disabled - Mornington through the charity Project Hope. They’d found him in a paddock with a stick in his eye, then rescu...ed, treated and nursed him back to health. In 2016, with support from our Community Bank branch, Louie settled into life at Carriage Driving for the Disabled and has been instrumental in providing training for volunteers and assisting those who wish to be coaches ever since. Louie is a lovely pony to have in the program and will be part of all our training videos says Sarah Moran. Click on link below to watch a longer how to harness video and stay tuned for more training videos to come. https://vimeo.com/447344290 Music: https://www.bensound.com

10.01.2022 Watch until the end to see Kinane (NZ) in action. Best of luck to Kinane, Chris Waller Racing and owners. We'll be cheering him on.

10.01.2022 Are you missing riding and driving? So are Bruar and Herbie from RDA Doveton! With the government beginning to rollback restrictions; we are working through a 3 stage plan with our centres which will start with getting the facilities and ponies like Bruar and Herbie ready for future re-opening, when it is safe for you all to return. In the meantime tell us why you love your centre!

10.01.2022 The traditional Daylesford New Year's Eve celebration for 2020 went virtual as the street parade was cancelled. Did that deter RDA Daylesford? No! Below is the RDA Daylesford model float entry made by President Wendy Hogben #wheretheresawill

09.01.2022 We're excited to again be involved in Catanach's Jewellers MRC Foundation Race Day! All proceeds from ticket sales will go to the RDA Victoria Horse Welfare Fund to support our much valued RDA horses. To support RDA Victoria, virtual tickets to the race day can be purchased through the MRC Foundation Raffle for $10 per ticket with profits from each ticket to go towards your charity of choice, RDA Victoria! Visit mrc.racing.com/foundation #MRCFoundation #caulfield_

09.01.2022 A shout out to all the wonderful, generous volunteers in our RDA community - thank you for all that you do! #developingabilities #changinglives #NVW2020

09.01.2022 Join us for this Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

09.01.2022 WEBINAR: Q and A with Vet, Glenn Robertson-Smith! Tuesday 24th November 2020 @ 6.30pm RDA Victoria welcomes you to join a discussion with Glenn and draw from his immense expertise in all things equine. Get your questions ready! Tuesday 24th November @ 6.30pm Please email your attendance to: [email protected]... Glenn graduated with a Masters Degree in Veterinary Science from University of Melbourne in 1984 where he then took up a residency in surgery at Purdue University, Indiana USA. After graduating with a Masters in Surgery from Purdue he then went on to lecture in surgery at Melbourne University. Glenn holds 2 professional degrees - Member of Australian College of Veterinary Science (MACVSc) and a Fellow of Australian College of Veterinary Science (FACVSc) in Equine Surgery and became a specialist in Equine Surgery in 1990. He then set up Melbourne Equine Veterinary Group based in Caulfield and now runs his private practice Robertson Smith Partners Equine Veterinarians based in Cranbourne and the Mornington Peninsula. Glenn and his team predominantly treat racehorses but also have a large client base of competition and leisure horses from companion horses to Olympic level athletes.

09.01.2022 In 2019, RDA Victoria worked in conjunction with the Victorian State Government and researchers at La Trobe University to undertake a project titled: Taking the Reins: an exploration of the impact of Therapeutic Horse-Riding programs on challenging behaviours and social engagement for riders with ASD and other developmental disorders. Volunteers and parents were interviewed to ascertain the impact of RDA programs on challenging behaviours and how the successful elements of RDA programs could be integrated into other sporting codes. To read the full research report, please follow the link below: https://www.rdav.asn.au/taking-the-reins-new-research-repo/

08.01.2022 Congratulations to new RDAA Board Members, Mary Longden, Sue Cusak and David Keane.

08.01.2022 Did you know: RDA has nearly 3000 volunteers helping us deliver services across Australia!

08.01.2022 Keep an eye on #Sunrise on Channel 7 this morning to see details on RDA Victoria’s exciting new project with Racing Victoria!

07.01.2022 RDA Victoria has been working closely with the Victorian State Government, Vicsport and RDA Australia developing a template for what is being called a Return to Play a carefully staged return to operations. Our duty of care towards our many vulnerable participants and volunteers is paramount and RDA Victoria is committed to keeping all our members and participants safe in an uncertain environment. Victorian Board and staff meetings continue across this week and weekend to... ensure we have a carefully planned template which will then be sent to Victorian Government for advice. This document will provide specific information on how to plan for a safe return. However, the roll-out will vary at a practical level in implementation across the organisation and we will be working closely with each Centre to understand and assist with the various challenges each will face in coming weeks and months. Due to the specific nature of the risk to vulnerable participants and the impossible challenge of meeting social distancing requirements in almost all cases, we are advising there is no change to our current position regarding rider program participation. We are aware that other RDA Centres in other states are beginning operations and that RDA Australia has Return to Play’ guidance. However, returning to riding has to be managed within the limitations/guidelines set in each individual State, with all decisions based upon risk assessment considering jurisdiction and directives from State Government not all States are in the same position at this time and this is recognised at a National level. We know the continued closure of our programs is affecting everyone, not the least our participants and families. We are looking forward to resuming activity as soon as possible we miss seeing you all - but not before it is safe to do so. Keep watching our Facebook page and website for further updates - thank you for your patience! See more

07.01.2022 WEBINAR: Concussion. Join RDA Australia's EO Karen Aspery in learning about RDA's National Position Statement on Sport Related Concussion. WHEN? Wednesday 18th November at 6.30pm Melbourne time. HOW? Contact [email protected] COST? Free!... Please see RDA Australia's Position Statement (Feb 2020) below: https://mailmanportal.com//Position%20Statement%20Concussi

06.01.2022 Our joyous and sincerest congratulations the newest RDA Australia Life Members, Victorians Sally Francis OAM and Jeanne Stratford. Sally has been a driving force in RDA nationally with her incredible mentorship and support of all participants. Jeanne has brought her lifetime of working in disability and special education to the role of volunteer and past RDAA Chair. Congratulations Sally and Jeanne!

05.01.2022 What better way to warm up on this chilly Saturday morning than to sit with a warm cuppa and read our current newsletter? https://www.rdav.asn.au/rda-victoria-newsletter-issue-4-25/

05.01.2022 RDA Victoria welcomes you to attend our Zoom Extravaganza on Friday 4th September 2020, 2pm - 4pm. A range of topics, from saddle fit to the development of a sensory challenge trail, from the principles of mental health first aid to rider and coaching pathways, from fitting rugs correctly to what's new in the horse industry, will be presented via Zoom. Each presentation will be 20 minutes and packed full of great information. Best of all, it is FREE! For all information and... registration, please email [email protected] by 5pm Thursday 3 September. With thanks to the Australian Horse Industry Council, Bruce Smith Saddlery, Equine Pathways Australia, Joan Tonge Trail Challenge, Skye Park Rugs and RDA Victoria.

05.01.2022 Abigail Vidler starring in an interview with Michael Felgate on Racing Pulse, SEN, this morning. Awesome interview Abby!

04.01.2022 Happy Birthday to all of our wonderful RDA horses! May your day be filled with green grass and juicy carrots. Today marks the beginning of RDA Awareness Week #thisisrda

03.01.2022 National Volunteer Week 2020 - changing communities, changing lives. RDA Victoria would love to thank all of our generous volunteers for the time, skills and smiles they donate each and every day! Each day during National Volunteer Week 2020 we will celebrate the wonderful volunteers involved in diverse roles throughout the RDA organisation. Today we feature the RDA Victoria Board virtually meeting and waving appreciation for all volunteers in our community! #NVW2020 #waveforvolunteers

03.01.2022 RDA Victoria Zoom Webinar Series Friday 18 September 10am FREE! Come and join us to hear Rebecca Ham from Kentucky Equine Research talk about Laminitis, risk factors and management of horses and ponies with a Q&A session. Email [email protected] for bookings and information.

02.01.2022 A wonderful segment from Sunrise this morning highlighting the new, formal partnership between Racing Victoria (RV) and the Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria (RDAV) to help create new opportunities for retired Victorian thoroughbred racehorses. #Offthetrack #Sunrise

02.01.2022 RDA Victoria Webinar Series: Wednesday 5th August 7pm (Melbourne Time) Nutritional Considerations for Feeding the During Winter and Older Horses, Rebecca Ham, Kentucky Equine Research. Register your interest via email to: [email protected] Winter can be a tricky time to feed some horses with finding the balance between managing weight and not creating a horse with a little too much energy under saddle! This year its even trickier with horses in reduced work due to COVID-19.... Add into the mix a senior horse and their unique dietary considerations, and there are always questions on what to feed, how to manage and most cost effective options to keep our oldies in their best condition. A big thank you to our presenter Rebecca Ham from Kentucky Equine Research! Please register your interest via email to: [email protected]

01.01.2022 Following consultation with the relevant government agencies, RDA Victoria, Equestrian Victoria, HRCAV, Pony Club Victoria advise that the current restrictions for Stage 4 Metropolitan Melbourne and Stage 3 Regional Victoria, will remain in force until the Victorian Roadmap to Reopening commences from 11:59pm 13 September 2020. The current provision to care for your horse/s under animal welfare grounds is still in place. This applies to both Metropolitan Melbourne and Regiona...l Victoria. RDA Victoria, Equestrian Victoria, HRCAV and Pony Club Victoria will continue to advocate on behalf of the equestrian community. For more information, please follow the link below: https://www.rdav.asn.au/covid-19-update-7-september-2020/

01.01.2022 We are very excited to be in partnership to create opportunities for retired off the track horses in RDA Centres with the support of #RacingVictoria and their network of accredited retrainers.