Maryborough Active Riders Club Inc
P O Box 563
Maryborough Qld 4650
Maryborough Active Riders Club Inc.
Newsletter
May 2015
Please note: The dates of MARC general meetings have been changed!
Meetings will now be on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 9th June at the Federal Hotel, 6.30pm for 7.00pm start.
2015 Committee Members:
Pam Thurlow
President
MSEP User Grp Rep.
Ph: 4122 2075
Mob: 0427 122 965
Email: [email protected]
Julie Berthelsen
Vice President
Ph: 4123 1987
Mob: 0458 915 978
Email: [email protected]
Jenny Birch
Secretary
Ph: 4121 2435
Mob: 0408 062 480
Email: [email protected]
Sue Thurlow
Treasurer
Ph: 41212081
Mob: 0407 371 681
Email: [email protected]
Leah Van Tonder
Dressage Co-ordinator Ph: 4123 2172
Email: [email protected]
Mob: 0419 971 970
Lynne Larkin
Dressage Co-ordinator Ph: 4128 7044
Web Page Manager
Mob: 0447 249 912
Email: [email protected]
Marilyn Costigan
Dressage Assistant
Ph: 4124 6243
Mob: 0438 246 243
Email: [email protected]
Sam Howard
Newsletter Editor
Dressage Assistant
Mob: 0439 776 561
Email: [email protected]
Lori Keevers
Risk Management
Ph: 0474 115 823
Email: [email protected]
Anna Szyszka
Points Scorer
Ph: 0403 275 886
Email: [email protected]
Show Horse Coordinator
vacant
Show Horse Assistant
vacant
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Letter from the editor
Here comes May again for another year, show season!!!!
Show season to me was floats and trucks, squeezed in like sardines, camping on the
cool nights, ‘side show alley’ music pumping in the background. Midnight checks on
water buckets and hay nets, rows and rows of sleeping ponies in beautiful matching
show sets.
Then would come the day time, me- hanging onto canes and whips, water bottles and
bags, and of course the odd led horse whose owner was rushing through another
class with another horse. Pockets full of class tickets with god knows who’s name on
them, and of course the occasional step into steward position when (as we all know
too well) the show was short staffed.
Lunch was of dagwood dogs and fairy floss, arms full of show bags, and something
else that was far too expensive. And in the rare spare few minutes I could chase, I’d
check out the racing pigs, wood chopping, poultry pavilion, craft, produce, and the
main event- stunt cars or Guy Mclean.
Then after doing that 2 whole days in a row, crawl home to bed and sleep for about
20 hours straight, and wonder why I did it, since I didn’t even have my own horse
there! And yet here I am, re talking myself into it for another year!!
Sam Howard- Editor
[email protected]
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Dressage Training day
In the words of our dressage co-ordinator Leah- “It was an extreme weather event!” It was a very
hot and humid day, but then there was a heavy down-pour which was unfortunate for Jenny Birch,
Carissa Koeppen and Anna Szyszska who were riding at that time, however their horses behaved
well considering how heavy the rain was!
Many Thanks to the Judge Jan Dahl who found time to provide some constructive advice to
everyone after their tests.
Thanks also to everyone who helped in running the day - pencillers, scorers, those who erected
and dismantled the arena, and of course the organising committee.
(Photos courtesy of Pam Thurlow)
Andrea Raynel
Leah Van Tonder
Marilyn Costigan
Sandra Trott
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T-shirt Hack Day 31st May
As I have been a little late with the Newsletter this month, anyone NOT on facebook and not a
regular to the website, may not have seen the program for the hack day on Sunday 31st May. The
program is out along with a nomination form, early nominations get a $5 discount. Email them to
me at [email protected] .
As we all have noticed, Hacking is becoming a little scarce in our club, so come along and show
your support for it, otherwise soon it may no longer exist here. It will be a fun, casual day, with
great prizes to be won.
Fraser Coast All Breeds Show
Sadly this year, due to no Hack co-ordinators, the Fraser Coast All Breeds show will not be
running. The All Breeds Show (1-2 August) has been cancelled as we have not anyone able to
organise such a big event (hopefully it will return again next year). However 2 events have been
organised in its place. Why not come to both and make a weekend of it?
 Saturday 1st August - Dressage Practice Rally in the Covered Arena. This is a rally rather than a
competition, but it will be an ideal opportunity for those who are doing freestyles at the Fraser
Coast Dressage Championships to practice their routines with music in a simulated competition
situation – and it also is a great opportunity for anyone (from Prep to Advanced) to practice tests
with feedback from experienced MARC members. The program and booking form will appear on
the MARC web-site soon.
 Sunday 2nd August – Charity Hack / Hunter Show in the Covered Arena. This Show will be raising
money for the Fraser Coast Cancer Care Team and Cancer Council Queensland, and
consequently will have a YELLOW theme. The program will be on the MARC website next month,
but everyone can start thinking about your outfits! If anyone would like to donate money or goods
for prizes, please contact Pam Thurlow 0427 122 965 or [email protected] . Some of you
will remember the fabulous Pink themed show we held in July 2013 with proceeds going to the
National Breast Cancer Foundation – everyone really got in the spirit and it was a really fun day
which successfully raised more than $600.00 – so spread the word and let‟s hope that we have a
great turn up for another fabulous day with funds going to two very worthy organisations – more
information to follow next month.
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Other Horsey Bits!!
EA Special General Meeting Outcome
Equestrian Australia held a Special General Meeting on 19/04/15, to consider a motion moved by ENSW to
effectively ‘cease all action in relation to the introduction of any mandatory Hendra vaccination’.
EQ has been consistent in representing its membership interests on mandatory Hendra vaccination and
subsequently seconded the motion.
While the motion had a split vote and did not receive the majority support from all the states branches
required to be carried, it was the first time the two Hendra incident states unified on a motion regarding
mandatory Hendra vaccination and all states unanimously agreed that revoking the bylaw was a good
decision. ( Taken from Equestrian Queensland E-News)
Although the bylaw has been revoked, it is still important for us to consider the vaccination
for our horses, especially in the Fraser Coast area. With the high volume of Flying foxes in
our area, and many of us with no sufficient shelter for main water sources and grazing
pastures, it is still important to consider the Hendra vaccination for our horses.
MARC Photography Competition This has appeared to be popular so it will continue in 2015.
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Photographs must have been taken by current MARC members.
Photographs must have an EQUINE Theme, and judged in 3 Categories:1. Humorous
2. Action
3. Classic / Artistic (+ Overall Best )
 Entries should be labelled with their Category, a “Title”, and photographer’s name.
 Photographs to be submitted by email throughout the year until end of November.
 Entries will be judged anonymously and prizes given at the End of the Year Awards.
 Free entry!
So many people take photos with their cameras and phones, and yet don’t send them in!
Share the fun and send in your entries! Just email them to me at [email protected]
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Meet our Memfurrs
Name: Digger
Owners name: Lynne Larkin
Age: 19yo
Breed: Clydie x
Height: 17hh
Occupation/ Hobbies: Have been there done that! Jumping,
Sporting days, Parades, one on my greatest life
achievements is following the Olympic torch in 2000. I‟ve
done the Kilkivan Great Horse ride 9 times, competed
dressage to medium level, and I enjoy the odd beach ride for
a relax. I have been known to perform the odd pony ride for
children, and throw in a few party tricks with the dogs.
Favourite food: Just about anything edible. I have been
witnessed munching on mum‟s palm leaves, lantana, having
a swig of beer, love muesli bars, and of course anything
labelled „suitable for horses‟.
Likes: Food of course!! Any type of attention, a good scratch on the withers, long walks on the
beach and paddling in the ocean. I also don‟t mind playing with my brothers the border collies.
Dislikes: Kangaroos, being clipped and men with oily hands. I hate bot flies!! I try and get away
but I just can‟t seem to lose them. I hate injections, I also really don‟t like being squished into the
float with another horse, I am far too big for that sort of business. I also don‟t like having arthritis in
my legs, that‟s hard to live with.
Favourite thing about your owner: Even though I‟m getting old, my mum still takes me out for a
ride about 3 times a week, nice casual affairs, you know, bareback and all. She still feeds me
good, and as long as dinner is on time at 4:30-5:00pm, I am totally fine. Mind you if she is late or
forgets, I always let her know with my manly high pitched whinny.
Don‟t forget, if you want everyone to get to know your pride and joy, email
me your horses answers to the questions above and I will put them in an
issue.
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MARC Events Calendar for 2015
New or changed dates are highlighted. Events cancelled and/or alternative events offered.
2015 MARC Membership forms can be downloaded from the MARC website.
Saturday 30th May
Rally – Practice Dressage Movements / Tests Centre Ring
Program and booking form on MARC website – information Sue Thurlow.
Sunday 31st May
T-Shirt Hack Show
Centre Ring
Program and nomination form on MARC website – information Sam Howard.
Saturday 13th June
Rally
(Cancelled)
Eastern Arena
Sunday 14th June
Official + Restricted Dressage Competition
Centre Ring
Program on MARC website – nomination through www.nominate.com.au Information Leah Von Tonder
Saturday 11th July
Dressage Training Day
Southern Arena
Program and nomination form will be on MARC website soon – information Lynne Larkin.
Sat-Sun 1st-2nd August
Fraser Coast All Breeds
(Alternative events being organised – see below)
Covered Arena +
Centre Ring
Saturday 1st August
Covered Arena
Dressage Practice Day
Program and nomination form will be on MARC website soon – information Lynne Larkin.
Sunday 2nd August
Charity Hack/Hunter Show
Covered Arena
Yellow Theme – funds to Fraser Coast Cancer Care Team & Cancer Council Queensland
Program will be on MARC website soon – information Pam Thurlow.
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Specific activities for the Rally Days and Hack Shows below have not yet been organised – if you would like to offer
suggestions or to help organise an event or rally, please contact one of the committee or come to the next meeting.
Sunday 23rd August
Rally
Southern Arena
Sat-Sun 29th-30th August
Fraser Coast Dressage Championships
Centre Ring
Covered Arena + Program will be
Sunday 27th September
Dressage Training Day
Centre Ring
Sunday 18th October
Rally
Southern Arena
Saturday 24th October
Hack Show
Eastern Arena
Sunday 25th October
Dressage Training Day
Eastern Arena
on MARC website soon – Information Leah Von Tonder
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Horse Rug Repairs
Pick Up and Delivery by arrangement
Prompt Reliable Service - Same Day Service by arrangement
Phone Petrea Bates
07 4122 1162 or 0407 694 794
Always leave a message and I will return your call asap
Clean rugs appreciated or $5.00 ea to wash
Direct Deposits to MARC Bank Accounts.
Please only use the MARC General Account 06 4421 00906677
When making direct payments, please make it clear who the payment is from & what the payment is for.
M.A.R.C Club Polo Shirt & Cap
Look and feel good in the M.A.R.C Polo shirt
and Cap!
Variety of sizes.
The Polo Shirt is rated as UPF 20 and the
hydrophilic properties help to keep you cool!
They are a great value at:
Polo shirt $25.00
Cap $10.00.
Contact Virginia Wyatt on 4122 2362
to order your great matching combo!
MARC is not responsible for the fees at the Maryborough Showgrounds and Equestrian Park (MSEP). These are
set by the Fraser Coast Regional Council. “Honesty Boxes” are not available, & MSEP staff cannot take payments.)
Payments:
• Online payments: www.nominate.com.au/stables/msep.asp
To book and/ pay for stables/yards, cleaning bonds, facility fees and camping. Payment by credit/debit card.
Or for assistance phone Nominate (07) 3118 9555 during business hours. Bonds refunded by Nominate
upon inspection of the site/s.
• Phone Council’s Customer Service 1300 794 929
To pay camping, facility, other hire fees (except stables & cleaning bonds) by Master/Visa credit card only.
Call centre hours are 8.15am - 4.45pm Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays.
• Visit one of Council’s Customer Service Centres:
To pay camping, facility, other hire fees (except stables & cleaning bonds) by Cash, Cheque, Master/Visa
cards only. Receipting hours are 8.15am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays.
431-433 Kent Street, Maryborough; or
77 Tavistock Street, Torquay; or
Forgan Terrace, Tiaro.
Current Fees up until 30 June 2015:
• Camping Fees: $17.00 per site per night (maximum 2 nights unless staying for an event at MSEP)
• Equestrian Facility Fees: $7.50 per horse per day when riding anywhere on the grounds
OR $312.00 “Season Pass” per person per year.
• Stable/Yard Fees: $7.50 per stable/yard from 6am to 6am or part thereof
$22.30 per stable/yard cleaning bond payable in advance (refunded if stable is left clean)
$11.00 per stable/yard cleaning fee payable in advance (optional – no cleaning bond required
in this instance)
Stables/yards are locked and 48 hours notice is required when making a booking.
To check availability of grounds, go to Venue Website: www.maryboroughpark.com.au or contact the
Venue Office on 4122 3584.
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