​Fifteen people, including 10 NRC members, enjoyed an educational talk from Robyn Mauger at the Richmond Library on Monday night.  Robyn has trained as a vet nurse, is a part time racehorse trainer, worked on stud farms and spent time as an international Event groom.  

Robyn shared her passion for equine nutrition and knowledge about supplements and feeding.  Robyn described practical tips for feeding horses and insights on those niggly behavioural problems that are linked to grass and feed in New Zealand.  

There was lots of opportunity to ask questions and Robyn shared knowledge and advice.
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Robyn's energetic and fun personality meant this was an enjoyable informative horsey time out.

We had lovely weather for our May Club day at Rough Island.  The theme was Give it a Go.  A number of Working Equitation and Cowboy Challenge obstacles were set-up.  Horses were introduced to these in hand and then ridden.  There was lots of support and sharing of knowledge.  The rally was capped off with a lovely stroll around the island.  Lots of firsts for the equine partnerships attending.
​Thanks to Dawn and Caitlin for the photos.

Working Equitation - give it a go and skill sharing.

At our club day in May we will be setting up the Working Equitation (WE) equipment.  This is an opportunity for all club members to have a go at the obstacles.  Those members who have experience in WE are encouraged to share their knowledge and demonstrate each obstacle.

Obstacles can be completed in-hand, at walk or faster.  Here's some more information about WE
​Working Equitation (hartstoneequestrian.com)

Where - Rough Island Equestrian Park
When - Sunday 8 May from 10am - 2pm
Wet weather cancellation notification will be via email and Facebook.

​A reminder that it's that time of year again and our club's AGM will be held on Sunday 10 April.  

The tide is right for a beach ride first. Meeting at the Rabbit Island float parking area.  Be ready to ride at 11am.  The AGM will follow the ride at approximately 12.30pm.  Non-riders welcome.  BYO chairs.

Below are the following;
Accounts for the 2021-2022 year
The minutes of the 2021-2022 AGM
The agenda for the 2022-2023 AGM
A nomination form for committee positions and members.  The majority of the existing committee have indicated their willingness to continue for another year.  However there can always be elections and there are vacant seats around the committee table that need filling :-) 

RESULTS -
Novice Dressage
1st: Kyra Pleisch and Banjo
2nd Tina Brewerton and Charlie Brown
3rd Cathy Harvey and Summer
4th Yolanda Knapp and Silverfords Dynamite

50cm Show cross
1st Yolanda Knapp and Silverfords Dynamite
2nd Kyra Pleisch and Banjo
3rd Riley Nelson-Knaulf Rusty Roo
4th Emma Neth and Jill - Trophy
5th Jaime Rushbrooke and Tank
6th Tina Brewerton and Charlie Brown

50cm Combined Overall
1st Kyra Pleisch and Banjo
2nd Yolanda Knapp and Silverfords Dynamite
3rd Tina Brewerton and Charlie Brown - HIGHES PLACED MEMBER - Trophy
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Intermediate Dressage
1st Vanessa Baxter and Jazzaway
2nd Helen Trotman and Jimmy
3rd Caitlin Holmes and The Cobblers Dollar
4th Irene Minchin and Sanssouri BT
5th Pip West and Tobias
6th Dawn Howard and Sam
7th Tasmin Nelson-Knaulf

70cm Show cross
1st Jaime Rushbrooke and Dime - HIGHEST PLACE MEMBER Trophy
2nd Tasmin Nelson-Knaulf and Mr Blue Jeans
3rd Darby Hahn and Gypsy Dancing Queen
4th Maria O'Connor and Moonspirit Treasure
5th Vanessa Baxter and Jazzaway
6th Emily Rushbrooke and Charlie Brown
7th Caitlin Holmes and The Cobblers Dollar
8th Coprice Hovenedn and Sanddraggon Flint
9th Coprice Hovenden and Biriyani
10th Jolene Rushbrooke and Pedro
11th Laura Jones and Oakely
12th Irene Minchin and Sanssouri BT

70cm Combined Overall
1st Vanessa Baxter and Jazzaway - HIGHEST PLACED MEMBER Trophy
2nd Tasmin Nelson-Knaulf and Mr Blue Jeans
3rd Caitlin Holmes and The Cobblers Dollar
4th Irene Minchin and Sanssouri BT

Open Dressage
1st Sally Austin-Pearcy and Atatu
2nd Dawn Howard and Sam
3rd Pip West and Tobias
4th Irene Minchin and Sanssouri BT

90cm Show Cross
1st Jaime Rushbrooke and Dime - HIGHEST PLACED MEMBER Trophy
2nd Keely Moir and Gypsy Rose
3rd Maria O'Connor and Moonspirit Treasure
4th Sally Austin-Pearcy and Atatu
5th Tasmin Nelson-Knaulf and Mr Blue Jeans
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90cm Combined Overall
​1st Sally Austin-Pearcy and Atatu - Trophy