Equestrian Western Australia

30/10/2026

🗳️ EWA Annual Election 2026: Voting opens Monday 2 November!

📩 Keep an eye on your inbox Monday for your voting link.

Thank you to everyone who nominated. Our sport runs on people willing to give their time, and we’re grateful for every one of you. 🐴

📄 Read the candidate resumes before you vote https://www.wa.equestrian.org.au/news/ewa-annual-election-2026-voting-opens-monday-2-november

28/10/2026

EWA Welfare Corner: Bushfire and Emergency Preparedness

Summer is almost here, and so is bushfire season. If a fire threatens, will you and your horse be ready?

Planning now makes all the difference. This month, take these five steps:

✅ Write an evacuation plan with two destinations and two exit routes
✅ Check microchip details and add ID tags or leg bands
✅ Practise loading every horse, because a horse that won’t load can’t be evacuated
✅ Pack an emergency kit with feed, water, first aid and records
✅ Download the Emergency WA app and set up your watch zones

Warning Rating system:
🟡 Advice: ‍An incident is active but there is no immediate threat to lives or homes. Be aware and keep
up to date.
🟠 Watch and Act: There is a possible threat to lives or homes. Take action now to protect yourself and others.
🔴 Emergency Warning: There is a threat to lives and homes. You may be in danger and need to take immediate action.

And remember: leave early. It is the safest choice for you and your horse.

Read the full article here: https://www.wa.equestrian.org.au/news/ewa-welfare-corner-bushfire-and-emergency-prepardness
DFES Rating system: https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/hazard-information/warning-systems/australian-warning-system
Emergency WA: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/
Call 000 in case of emergency !

20/10/2026

Nominations for the Show Horse WA Committee have been extended due to receiving insufficient nominations.

EWA invites members to nominate for the available positions as we look to build a passionate and committed committee to support the future of Show Horse in Western Australia.

New ideas, fresh perspectives and a commitment to our sport are essential to building a strong and effective committee. If you are passionate about Show Horse and would like to make a positive contribution, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the EWA Committee By-Laws for further information.
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:c206422c-81a2-42f0-8f12-86c44b04f500

Position open for election:
- Show Horse WA Committee: Four (4) positions

Extended Nominations close:
Friday, 23 October 2026, at 12:00 pm

Nomination form: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:5bc18484-4b32-4fea-8126-1f13312b25f9

Code of Conduct: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:4ffe3703-fb39-4c11-a1f8-b6c7f64c2d47

18/10/2026

Ever wondered what it takes to become an official? 📣

Whether you’re a rider, parent, volunteer, or just curious about giving back to the sport, this seminar is your first step! 🐴

Join Chris Edwards and Pollyann Huntington for a practical introduction to officiating, where we’ll cover:

✔️ What makes a great Technical Delegate (TD) and Course Designer (CD)
✔️ How to get started and the pathway to becoming qualified
✔️ Other key roles and helper duties that keep competitions running smoothly
✔️ Essential rules every competitor and volunteer should know across dressage, show jumping and cross country
✔️ The logistics behind organising an eventing competition
✔️ Practical tips for handling tricky conversations and conflict on the day

Come along, ask questions, and take the first step toward becoming a qualified official in our sport! 🙌

📅 October, 31st - 9am
📍 Magenup Equestrian Grounds
💰 FREE to EWA members ! 20$ for Non Members
👉 Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DPVBN

17/10/2026

Coaches, have you locked in your spot yet? 🐴

Join the Coaching Committee for a 2-day clinic for Coach Educators and Skill Specific Trainers and Assessors. We’re thrilled to be joined by guest presenters Sarah Venamore (VIC) and Michelle Clough (NSW), who will introduce the new CE/SSTA format.

📅 Wednesday 4th & Thursday 5th November
🕗 8.30am to 5pm
📍 State Equestrian Centre

💰 New CE/SSTA: $300
💰 Update: $200
✅ 50% will be subsidised by the EWA Coaching Committee after course completion

🍽️ Lunch and refreshments provided

⚠️ Current EA Accredited coaches ONLY

Places are filling, so don’t miss out. Book now to secure your spot 👇
https://nominate.com.au/EquestDN/Event.aspx?e=A0978E9396864C63823E6B7E6D3DB24A&eventlist=37&fbclid=IwY2xjawU-g0ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4hUOQ6cKTufapLx4SEVx2JrcGJxYIOclv9OKDNULBK7g9NyOjhzhFz-BBZKw_aem_gUNFQZo0yLB9LIz9yjNMzw

16/10/2026

Nominations for the Show Horse WA Committee have been extended due to receiving insufficient nominations.

EWA invites members to nominate for the available positions as we look to build a passionate and committed committee to support the future of Show Horse in Western Australia.

New ideas, fresh perspectives and a commitment to our sport are essential to building a strong and effective committee. If you are passionate about Show Horse and would like to make a positive contribution, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the EWA Committee By-Laws for further information.
https://www.wa.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/Committee%20ByLaws%20-%202023%20FINAL_0.pdf

Position open for election:
- Show Horse WA Committee: Four (4) positions

Extended Nominations close:
Friday, 23 October 2026, at 12:00 pm

Nomination form:https://www.wa.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/Show%20Horse%20Committee%20Member%20Nomination%20Form%202026_Editable.pdf

Code of Conduct:https://www.wa.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/EWA%20Code%20of%20Conduct%20Policy_current%2020May2025_EDITABLE%20VERSION.pdf

13/10/2026

10/10/2026

EWA Regional Rider Clinic - GERALDTON

🌟 Mid West Riders – We're Coming back to Geraldton! 🌟

Equestrian WA is heading back to the Mid West this November, bringing quality coaching to regional riders at an affordable price.

Entries now open for our rider clinic on the 7 November:
https://www.nominate.com.au/EquestDN/Event.aspx?e=48F22FDAD8E44B98A7DA2ACDF67E3072&eventlist=37

Not an EWA member? Become an EWA Recreational Member and receive a complimentary lesson at this clinic! More information in the comments.
Geraldton Combined Equestrian Club Inc.

08/10/2026

ABC Level Seminar with Jobina Kennedy.

This seminar, presented by Jobina Kennedy, FEI 3/4* & FEI Young Horse Judge and Judge Educator, will cover tempi changes, canter pirouettes, piaffe, passage and other exercises required at Advanced and FEI levels.

This is a great opportunity for riders, coaches and other dressage enthusiasts to develop their knowledge and understanding of these movements and exercises.

Cost: FREE for EA Judges and Stewards
$20 for all other attendees

Please bring your own lunch. No heating facilities are available.

Copies of the FEI Tests and Advanced 5.3 will be available for practice judging. Please also bring the EA Rules for Dressage 2026.

Bookings are available now via TryBooking. https://www.trybooking.com/DQOSO