In this issue
Having taught dressage riders in private and clinic settings for more than 20 years, Brett Parbery has had plenty of time to do some serious learning himself about how riders learn.
Wintertime brings with it the dreaded foot abscess, which in most cases causes a temporary acute lameness, but some go on to cause weeks or even months of stress, says Dr Maxine Brain.
Are we born with a mutant equine neurosis gene? Or does our environment shape our passion for all things equine? Mim Coleman explores whether ‘Nature or Nurture’ rules.
When Katie Wetteland decided she wanted a mule as her next mount, she wasn’t sure what to expect. Well, Mjölnir The Longear is turning out to be a capable showjumper.
Whether in classic feature films or as extras in wild westerns, horses have always hammed it up and stolen scenes along with the greatest of actors.
Last month in Ryan's Rave, Heath spoke about Equestrian Australia (EA) and the ongoing voluntary administration situation as a result of supposed imminent insolvency. As a result of this, we are now under the direction of the administrators KordaMentha.
Simone Pearce made everyone sit up and take notice when she and Destano achieved Australian record scores at Achleiten CDI4* in Austria.
From teaching herself to ride around the family’s hay paddock in New Zealand, Carolyn Lieutenant carved out a legendary career across dressage, showjumping, showing and eventing.
When Lisa Martin was 28, a riding accident led to 20 operations over two years, but it didn’t stop her love of horses or her will to succeed — and neither has her recent setback.
Kerry Mack continues her exploration of what we might learn from science, this time looking at chewing and licking behaviour and what it can tell us.
Whether you’re working towards getting out and competing once live competitions restart, or have entered Equestrian Life’s monthly online competition, Roger Fitzhardinge has these tips for you!
In my view, however you cut it, two things stand out regarding the future of Equestrian Australia – first, members have voted for change; second, the states are ignoring members’ views and are blocking progress.
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EA Eventing Pathways Manager Will Enzinger is relishing his role moulding the next generation of riders with potential, instilling a strong sense of team membership.
Eventer Will Enzinger shares with us his “quick and tasty meal that is easy to make and tastes great every time!”
Retiring from the track in 2017, Brightlight Boy struggled to forge a new career path due to injury and his anxious nature. Now, thanks to Racing Victoria’s RESET program, he has a second chance.