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9th November 2017
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STATE NEWS ~  TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES ~ 2018 EVENT DATES ~ PONY CLUB WA ANNUAL AWARDS ~ NEW COMMITTEE MEMBER NOMINATIONS ~ STATE COACHING PANEL  ~ RAC SPORTS STAR AWARDS ~ TETRATHLON ~ MASTERS OF DRESSAGE ~ CLUB DEVELOPMENT NEWS  ~ HEALTHY CANTEEN AWARDS ~ MODERN PENTATHLON 
CLUB NEWS & DATES ~ FEATURED NEWS ~ SWAN VALLEY HPC - AGM ~ WALLISTON RPC - UNOFFICIAL FUN DAY GYMKHANA ~ BUSSELTON HPC - ODE 2  
GEAR CHECKING  ~ UPCOMING GEAR CHECK CLINICS

CLASSIFIEDS 
STATE NEWS

TETRATHLON
LASER PISTOLS
DEADLINE: 10th November 2017

On behalf of the Pony Clubs throughout Western Australia, the Pony Club WA State Tetrathlon Committee are putting together a bulk order for Laser Pistols and Targets through Beaton Firearms. 

Please fill out the attached form for us to place an order on your behalf and negotiate the best possible price. The more we purchase the more discount will be applied, so your final invoice will be confirmed.   
The Pony Club WA StateTetrathlon Committees recommendations are the PP300 Laser Pistols, Hit & Miss for training and precision targets for the state championships.

Clubs and/or individuals can then order what they consider appropriate for their training purposes and budgets. 
Should you have any queries regarding the equipment specifications we recommend you contact Beaton Firearms directly on 9452 1411 or info@beatonfirearms.com.au and speak with Renee.  

Download the Order Form

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
LASER PISTOLS
Throughout December and early 2018, the WA Pistol Association together with Pony Club WA will be offering a series of training events for all those interested in competing in the 2018 Pony Club WA State Tetrathlon Championships.

WAPA Clubs are also available for individual and club training, use the link below to find out where your local club is located. 

Training will be conducted in groups of 10 for 1 hour sessions at $10 per person.
Training Date: 2nd December 2017
Where: State Equestrian Centre - 303 Cathedral Avenue, Brigadoon WA 6069 
or
Training Date: 10th December 2017
Where: Peel Metropolitan Horse and Pony Club, King Rd Oldbury WA 6121

Download the list of WA Pistol Association Clubs

To register your interest or for more infomation, please contact the Pony Club WA Sport Development Officer at development@pcawa.com
FIRST AID TRAINNG
With the support of Racing and Wagering WA, Pony Club WA is offering First Aid Training to all Pony Club WA members. The course includes the following qualifications: 
HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
HLTAID002 Basic Life Support
HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
As well as some highly relevant information on Spinal Injuries post falls. 
This course will be FREE for all Associate Members and $85 for all others wishing to attend.

Training Date: 2nd December 2017
Where: State Equestrian Centre - 303 Cathedral Avenue, Brigadoon WA 6069
or 
Training Date: 10th December 2017
Where: Peel Metropolitan Horse and Pony Club, King Rd Oldbury WA 6121
To register your interest or for more infomation, please contact the Pony Club WA Sport Development Officer at development@pcawa.com

2018 EVENT DATES
LAST CALL!
Thank you for those clubs that have submitted your requested dates for next year.
For those that haven’t, this is the last call and we will need them no later than the 16th November.
Please try to avoid any clashed with the State Events below:
DATE 
 EVENT
LOCATION 
10th & 11th February 2018 
Pony Club WA State Coaching School
Karinya Park, Orange Grove
24th & 25th March 2018 
State Tetrathlon Championships
Serpentine Horse & Pony Club, Serpentine, WA
7th April 2018 
State Showjumping Committee Day
Swan Valley Pony Club Grounds Brigadoon WA 
19th & 20th May 2018 
State Showjumping Championships
State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon, WA 
4th & 5th August 2018 
State Active Riding Qualifier
Central Midlands Pony Club
17th, 18th & 19th August 2018 
State Dressage Championships
State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon, WA 
1st & 2nd September 2018 
State Active Riding Championships
Serpentine Horse & Pony Club, Serpentine, WA 
TBA 
State Eventing Championships
TBA 
Please contact sports@pcawa.com for more information.

PONY CLUB WA ANNUAL AWARDS
NOMINATIONS
Pony Club WA Coaches, Volunteers and Members are the backbone of the Pony Club Movement. Help us celebrate our 2017 achievements and nominate someone you know for the 2017 Annual Pony Club WA Awards to recognise their efforts, dedication and passion over the past year. 
All awards will be presented at the Pony Club WA Awards Event in early 2018 - keep an eye out for the save the date! 
Click here to nominate someone deserving today
Nominations close: December 31st, 2017

HEALTHY CANTEEN AWARDS
As the year winds down, we are back with one of Pony Club WA's most prestigious awards! In collaboration with Healthway, we bring you the Pony Club WA Healthy Canteen of the Year award!
Do you think your club has what it takes to win the award for the best volunteer run canteen?  If you think yes, then download the nomination form and flyer below and get onto sending in your entry!
Nominations close: 1st December 2017
If you have any enquiries please email marketing@pcawa.com
Download the Flyer
Download the Nomination Form

NEW COMMITTEE MEMBER NOMINATIONS
We are calling for new committee members for 2018!!!
Under the new Terms of Reference (TOR), there are new terms of appoint for each Committee. See below extract from TOR.

COMMITTEE 
START DATE 
Active Riding
1st March 
Dressage
1st March
Eventing
1st March
Hickstead and Hunter Trials 
1st March
Showjumping
1st October 
Tetrathlon
1st June
There are also changes on HOW to nominate Nominated Members and Appointed Members, please refer to point 12 and 13 in the TOR. 

Your Zone Nomination forms are due by mid Feb 2018 for Board Ratification for Active Riding, Dressage & Eventing Sport Committees. 

We are still urgently looking for new members to join the Tetrathlon team! If you know anyone who may be suitable, please suggest them! 

Please find relevant form attached; Nominated Members Form and Appointed Members Form. 

MASTERS OF DRESSAGE
PONY CLUB WA REPRESENTATIVE: 
Pas De Deux - Acacia Chen (on Redoaks Idol) & Darcie Morris (on Millendon Make a Wish) 

Masters of Dressage Freestyle to Music Masterclass presented by FEI 5* Judge Stephen Clarke  11th November 2017 SEC 6.30pm -9.30pm The evening promises to be full of beautiful horses, music provided by talented musicians and a few surprises.
Stephen Clarke will be joined by guest judge music specialist Ginny Creed.
Together they will show how music enhances performance.
Stephen will show how  the experts gain marks in the degree of difficulty. 

Join us for this unique experience. 

We are proud to support The Raising Hope Charity (WA) Bar open, food outlets, prices from $35 Non-EWA member: $55 VIP Dinner limited numbers please book early $80  Bookings open. 

PONY CLUB WA REPRESENTATIVE: 
Elementary/ Medium - Chloe Moon (on Donnington) 

DWA Dressage Judges Taskforce Presents
Masters of Dressage Symposium 12th November SEC 10am - 2pm Stephen will work through the levels of training and show how this relates to coaches riders and judges. 
Stepping stones to higher levels, introducing piaffe passage. "There should be no gaps in training no weakness" S .C.
Clear communication & understanding will produce  the best in performance.

The Happy Athlete  - Two Hearts

Spectators will be invited to stay on and watch the final judging of the Horseland Young Horse EA Qualifier  hosted by Perth dressage Club Chief Judge Stephen Clarke. 

Food outlets 

Tickets from EWA member: $44 

CLUB DEVLOPMENT NEWS
FUNDING
Regional Athlete Travel Subsidy Scheme
The Regional Athlete Travel Subsidy Scheme (ATSS) supports talented regional athletes (i.e. resides outside the metropolitan area) aged 13 to 21 years to progress along their sport's development pathway.

Round 1 of the 2017/18 ATSS opened on Monday 16 October and closes Friday 17 November 2017. Applications can be made online for eligible events with start dates from 15 May 2017 to 15 December 2017.

More information on the Athlete Travel Subsidy Scheme.
Community Participation Funding
Community Participation Funding is available for initiatives from $1000 to $5000 that aim to increase the involvement of low participation groups in sport and active recreation. The low participation groups targeted through this scheme include culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) groups, Aboriginal communities, people with disability, disengaged youth, seniors etc.

If your project will be based in the regions, please discuss your ideas with your local Sport and Recreation (WA) regional office first to determine which regional grants are most appropriate for your project.

More information about the Community Participation Funding including guidelines and how to apply.
Lotterywest Trails Grants Program
Applications for Lotterywest Trails Grants are now open for not-for-profit organisations and local governments. To apply for a Lotterywest Trails Grant discuss the project with your local office and complete the grant application.

More information on the Lotterywest Trails Grants Program.
KidSport
Interested in getting your child involved in a sports club but can't afford it? Find out more on the KidSport program and how to apply.
KidSport – application process changes

From 1 August 2017 KidSport vouchers can only be used for club registration fees. Uniforms and equipment will no longer be eligible items for purchase within the $200 a year voucher.

Families with a valid have a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card can now apply online. Hard copy application forms are still available for Concession card holders ONLY and can be submitted to local governments.

From 1 January 2017 families without concession cards will no longer be able to get applications signed off by Referral Agents. Families will need to meet with an approved KidSport Financial Assessor and demonstrate that they meet one of the four KidSport Financial Exceptions.
More information email the KidSport team, phone 08 9492 9911 or visit the website.

STATE COACHING PANEL
PARENTS AND POTENTIAL COACHES SCHOOL
When: 19th November 2017 - 8.30am to 3.30pm 
Where: Baldivis Pony Club - Lugg Rd, Baldivis 

Come along to the Parents and Potential Coaches School to get a better understanding of Pony Club and how it functions! 

The information day will teach you about a few things Pony Club such as:
  • The structure of Pony Club
  • The Pony Club Rally
  • Handy hints for non-horsey parents
  • The purpose behind Efficiency Certificates
  • Ways to contribute to Pony Club 
  • How to become a NCAS Pony Club Coach
Download the flyer Contact Tracy on 0428 266 235 for more information. 
WEST COASTAL ZONE NCAS PRELIM & LEVEL 1 COACHING SCHOOL
When: 25th November 2017 
Where: Baldivis Pony Club - Lugg Rd, Baldivis
Presenter: Tracy Crocker
 
Seeking to gain your NCAS Prelim and Level 1 Coaching? Click on the link below for more information and fill out the form to be returned ASAP to confirm attendance!
Download the Nomination Form Contact Natalie Williamson-Holley on 0488 089 012 or nfw912@live.com for more information. 

RAC WA SPORTS STAR AWARD
NOMINATIONS OPEN
RAC Sports Star Award
Railtrain Junior Sports Star Award
Channel Seven Perth Team of the Year
KPMG Coach of the Year
Community Tab Official of the Year
RAC Insurance Service to Sport
RAC Insurance Beyond Sport
Selection Criteria can be found here – https://rac.com.au/about-rac/community-programs/sponsorships/rac-wa-sports-star-awards
All nominations are to be sent to development@pcawa.com and will be assessed by the Pony Club WA CEO and Board for suitability. All Nominees will be notified prior to their nomination being submitted.
LAST YEAR'S NOMINEES
Junior Sports Star Nominee - Annie Herzer
Junior Sports Star Nominee - Nikita Mawhirt 
RAC Sports Star Nominee - Georgia Lowry
RAC Sports Star Nominee – Charley Barrett
Team of the Year Nominee – PCAWA Junior Mounted Games Team
Coach of the Year Nominee - Dan Foster
Service to Sport Nominee - Fred Freeman

MODERN PENTATHLON
MODERN PENTATHLETE FUNDRAISING - TETRATHLON LASER PISTOL SESSIONS
Nikita Mawhirt is a dedicated Pony Club WA Tetrathlete who has recently qualified for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games for Modern Pentathlon. 
As part of Nikita's fundraising initiative to get to the games, she is now offering all Pony Clubs a chance to host an interactive session with her. These sessions will see Nikita sharing her story as an avid Tetrathlon competitor and her journey into Modern Pentathlon. She will also be giving demonstrations on the use of laser pistols, as well as coaching and training tips. 

Download the Flyer

For more information or to book please email calitapark@gmail.com or  0457 959 337
TWILIGHT EVENT

When: 1st December 2017
Entries Close: 24th November 2017

Modern Pentathlon is offering several classes in the upcoming Twilight Event, with five different catergories that can be entered.

For more information and to enter please Download the Flyer.
If you have any enquiries contact Charis Neumann on 0477 356 148

OTHER NEWSLETTERS 
DEPARTMENT OF SPORT AND RECREATION UPDATE
Key Sections to read 
  • Arts and Sports Industries are the Fastest Growing Sector in WA
  • Volunteering Community Reference Group
  • ECU Careers in Sport Expo
GEAR CHECKING
As of 1st January 2018, any club hosting events or training days must have a member that is an Accredited Gear Checker. Please take advantages of these events coming up.
To host a clinic for your club or zone, enquire via gearchecking@pcawa.com

UPCOMING GEAR CHECKING CLINICS
PONY CLUB WA ~ ACCREDITATION GEAR CHECK CLINIC 

When:11th November 2017
Where: Serpentine Horse and Pony Club 
Registrations: gearchecking@pcawa.com 
Requirements: Attendees must have completed a Basic Gear Checking Accreditation Clinic and have recorded 5 or more hours Gear Checking at rallies or competitions.
PONY CLUB WA ~ ACCREDITATION GEAR CHECK CLINIC 

When:12th November 2017
Where: Walliston Riding and Pony Club 
Registrations: gearchecking@pcawa.com 
Requirements: Attendees must have completed a Basic Gear Checking Accreditation Clinic and have recorded 5 or more hours Gear Checking at rallies or competitions.
CLUB NEWS & DATES
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CLUB NEWS & DATES

FEATURED NEWS
MURRAY HPC ~ 2018 CHIEF COACH

Murray Horse and Pony Club are seeking a  dynamic, enthusiastic and hardworking Chief Coach for 2018. 

Please email applications to secretarymhpc@hotmail.com by December 8th 2017.
WANNEROO HPC ~ 2018 CHIEF COACH

Do you possess enthusiasm, coaching experience, dedication to motivate riders to reach their potential, and a willingness to work in a team to build a vibrant, fun and supportive club? Then Wanneroo Horse and Pony Club (WHPC) wants to hear from you.

WHPC is seeking a Chief Coach for 2018  who has a passion for developing young riders and upholding the mission of Pony Club. Responsibilities include; coaching, managing and overseeing coaches, preparing riders and teams for State Pony Club WA Events and working with a dedicated committee. A  full description of the responsibilities of the Chief Coach can be found in the Club Governance section of the Pony Club WA Handbook available on the Pony Club WA website. 
An application letter and resume outlining relevant experience should be forwarded to the Riding Coordinator, Maria Agnew at info@limestonepark.com.au by November 10, 2017. Questions may also be directed to the Riding Coordinator at this email address.
RIVERSIDE PARK PC ~ 2018 CHIEF COACH

Riverside Park Pony Club are seeking an enthusiastic and well rounded Chief Coach for 2018.
The main duties of the role involve working with the Rally Coordinator to ensure the PCA syllabus is adhered to and followed by coaches, working with riders to give them opportunities to obtain certificates across the year and working in collaboration with the committee in the everyday running of the club.
A strong knowledge in Pony Club is desirable and the club will provide you with opportunities to grow in your own coaching by supporting you through your NCAS PC Coaching Accreditation. 
For more information please email rppc@live.com

FEATURED EVENTS
SWAN VALLEY HPC ~ AGM
When: 1pm
Where: Swan Valley HPC Clubrooms - State Equestrian Centre
For more information please contatc Liz Elezovich at paul.elezovich@bigpond.com
WALLISTON RPC ~ UNOFFICIAL FUN DAY GYMKHANA
When: 9am start
Where: Walliston Riding and Pony Club - Boroia Rd, Walliston
Entries Close: 7th November 2017
Download the flyer Contact Heather Wyllie at wallistonrpc@gmail.com or 0417 950 836 for more information

BUSSELTON HPC ~ ODE 2
Where: Busselton Horse and Pony Club  Contact Corien Ridley for more information.  
CLASSIFIEDS
HAY FOR SALE - NEW SEASONS
Clean and green small square bales available individually or in packs of 21 direct from the farm.
I can deliver to you, or feel free to pick up from the farm yourself. We are located approx 20 kms west of York.
Price depending on delivery or pick-up. Small and large quantities catered for.
Supplying hay to Perth markets for over 30 years.
Please phone Rhys Turton on 0417 412 565.
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