Horses Helping Humans Australia

04/06/2026

At Horses Helping Humans Australia, we believe in respect, trust, calm communication and the power of horses to help humans become better humans.

Today, we are asking our community to stand with the Brumbies.

The current aerial and ground shooting of Brumbies in Kosciuszko National Park raises serious concerns for many people across the horse, animal welfare and wider community.

We understand that environmental management is complex. We also understand that responsible land care matters.

But how we manage these issues matters too.

As a horse-based organisation, we cannot ignore the welfare concerns, the cultural and historical significance of the Brumbies, or the growing calls for more humane and transparent alternatives.

Brumbies are part of Australia’s story. Their bloodlines are connected to the horses that helped shape our history, including the Walers who served alongside Australian soldiers.

We are supporting the call for:

The immediate suspension of aerial and ground shooting of Brumbies in Kosciuszko National Park.

An independent, peer-reviewed population survey.

A genuine multi-stakeholder process that includes horse welfare advocates, environmental experts, Traditional Custodians, scientists and community representatives.

Humane alternatives such as mustering, rehoming and fertility control to be properly considered and prioritised.

This is not about ignoring the environment.

It is about asking for better.

Better data.
Better consultation.
Better welfare standards.
Better solutions.

At Horses Helping Humans, we know that horses have so much to teach people about trust, respect, emotional regulation and calm leadership.

Now it is our turn to show leadership for them.

Please read the attached letter, sign it if you feel called to, and share this post with others who care about horses, heritage and humane outcomes.

You can access the letter and background information here:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DM--0gUJbiZocQhlL_ZBpQDlK5uMToyr?usp=drive_link

Together, we can use our voices respectfully, but powerfully.

For the horses.
For the Brumbies.
For better humanity.

Horses Helping Humans Australia

25/05/2026

✨ Introducing a unique collaboration between Sue Spence from Horses Helping Humans and Kerri McCabe, Life Coach.

Sue Spence brings years of experience delivering highly respected professional communication and personal development workshops through Horses Helping Humans, while Kerri brings real-life experience creating multiple meaningful income streams from her 98-acre property Riverdance Nabiac.

Together, they are helping women and property owners create meaningful workshops, retreat experiences and aligned opportunities from their land, lifestyle and vision 💚

✨ Our 4-week online training pathway is designed to help you confidently deliver highly professional communication workshops and meaningful experiences from your own property or business.

Over the 4 weeks, you will learn practical workshop delivery skills, communication content, retreat integration ideas and ways to create aligned income opportunities while being supported with coaching, guidance and real-life experience.

💻 4-Week Online Training Program
💲 $2,500 + GST

Your property and animals can become a beautiful backdrop for connection, learning, healing and transformation ✨

📩 Message us to learn more or register your interest by sending an email to [email protected]

18/05/2026

Face-to-Face Training with Sue Spence at Tallebudgera

The only thing better than experiencing Sue’s training online is experiencing it face to face, in person with Sue and the horses.

Hot off the press — Sue has locked in dates for her next two-day in-person workshop at Tallebudgera.

This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Horses Helping Humans approach, build confidence in the theory, and gain hands-on experience with the horsemanship component.

Workshop Details

Venue: Tallebudgera
Dates: 19th and 20th June 2026
Investment: $580 + GST

What’s included:

Day 1: Theory and presenting
Day 2: Hands-on horsemanship training with Sue and the horses

Spaces are limited and we expect these places to fill quickly.

To secure your place or find out more, please contact us:

[email protected]

0430 588 106 or 0488 777 808

05/04/2026

Happy Easter from Horses Helping Humans.

Wishing you and your loved ones a peaceful and joyful Easter filled with rest, connection and a little time to reset.

We are so grateful for our beautiful community and the work being done every day to support people through connection, learning and healing alongside horses.

Enjoy the Easter break and stay safe.

03/04/2026

The best career move I’ve made since nursing school 💞

03/04/2026

Expressions of Interest Now Open

We are looking at running our next Horses Helping Humans Intensive 2 Day Facilitator Training Workshop on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May 2026.

This will be a 2-day workshop held in Iluka, NSW, with training running from 9.00am to 4.30pm each day.

Investment:
$565 per person

Accommodation options:
We are currently exploring two accommodation choices:

Camping onsite
Other local accommodation options in Iluka, NSW

The full address will be provided once payment has been received.

At this stage, we are calling for expressions of interest so we can confirm numbers and finalise arrangements.

If you are interested in attending, please comment below or send us a private message and we will make sure you receive the full information once registrations open.

This workshop is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Horses Helping Humans program, build your confidence, and spend two practical days immersed in the training.

If May 2026 suits you, we would love to hear from you.

04/03/2026

We are so proud of the team led by Laura , to see the community supporting their amazing work is fantastic 🙂

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09/02/2026

Meet Sue Spence – Founder of Horses Helping Humans Australia and author of Horses Who Heal

If you have ever felt the quiet power of horses, this book will resonate deeply with you.

Horses Who Heal tells the remarkable story of Sue Spence—a gifted horsewoman who transformed her lifelong connection with horses into a globally respected Equine Assisted Learning program.

With over 20 years’ experience in EAL and a lifetime in the saddle, Sue shares her personal journey, including her adult diagnosis of Autism (Level 2) and ADHD, and why horses became her natural source of regulation, safety, and strength. What began as a personal lifeline evolved into a program now changing lives across at-risk communities, schools, organisations, and families.

This is not just a book about horses.
It is about resilience, neurodiversity, leadership, emotional regulation, and the profound impact of connection—told with honesty, warmth, and insight.

If you work in education, mental health, community services, leadership, or simply believe in the healing power of horses, this is a must-read.

Available now worldwide:

Amazon (US – Paperback)
https://www.amazon.com/Horses-Who-Heal/dp/0648966003/

Barnes & Noble
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/horses-who-heal-sue-spence/1124576095

Booktopia (Australia)
https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-horses-who-heal-sue-spence/book/9781743535028.html

Amazon Kindle
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BM6G8RK

KOBO
https://www.kobo.com/au/en/ebook/horses-who-heal-1

NOOK (Barnes & Noble)
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/horses-who-heal-sue-spence/1124576095

Apple Books
https://books.apple.com/au/book/horses-who-heal/id1082948275

Read the story behind Horses Helping Humans.
Discover why horses heal—and why Sue’s work continues to change lives, one connection at a time.

30/01/2026

Interested in becoming a Horses Helping Humans Facilitator?

If you’re in mental health, education, community support, a horse owner, or a parent passionate about helping others — this is for you.

Join Sue Spence, Founder of Horses Helping Humans, for a live Zoom information session to learn about the Facilitator Pathway and how you can turn your passion into meaningful, structured work with horses.

Thursday 5 February 2026
6:00pm QLD | 7:00pm NSW & VIC

Limited spots available — registration required.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlNQD-kcmUICu8F_Q1zdT5cKmPvDbr2w8fvXSv-iDeHv7Gcw/viewform?usp=dialog
(Zoom link sent after registration)

11/12/2025

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to people who want to make a real difference in the world. Not just dreamers, but doers. The facilitators, trainers, coaches, and community leaders who step into their work because they genuinely want to help someone’s life shift for the better.

My career has taken me through all types of businesses, from grassroots community organisations to national programs stretching across multiple states. But every step along the way taught me the same thing: meaningful work thrives when people feel supported, confident, and capable… yet so many were never shown how to build the solid business foundations they needed.

I stepped into leadership early and found myself guiding teams, building new programs, supporting growth, and navigating the complexities of operations across different industries. Eventually, I became the General Manager, responsible for programs, partnerships, and operations across NSW, QLD, VIC, and the ACT.

In that role, I worked with an incredible mix of people, presenters, facilitators, school leaders, corporate partners, parents, and young people. I oversaw injury prevention programs, community education initiatives, and teams that were genuinely passionate about helping others stay safe and thrive. I saw the power of structure. I saw the importance of clarity. And I saw how much people grew when someone simply walked alongside them.

At the same time, I was deeply involved with Horses Helping Humans, a program that changed the way I saw emotional learning and communication. I supported facilitators across Australia and New Zealand, ensured program quality, and helped expand the model so more young people could benefit from it. Working so closely with them, I noticed something important:

They weren’t struggling with the work.
They were struggling with the business.

Brilliant practitioners, people who could transform a young person’s confidence in one session, were left unsure about pricing, marketing, setup, or even how to describe what they did. And I realised this challenge wasn’t unique to HHH. It was happening everywhere I looked.

That was the moment everything aligned.

My leadership background, my operational experience across all kinds of businesses, my work with facilitators, and my passion for helping people succeed all pointed in one direction.

Start Strong Business Coaching was born.

I created it because I’ve walked beside enough talented people to know that passion alone isn’t enough. You need structure. Support. Practical steps. Someone to talk through the overwhelm with. Someone who doesn’t just give you advice, but helps you build the foundation under your feet.

Today, my work is simple:
I help people turn their training into a sustainable business, one they feel confident running and proud to share.

I don’t expect you to already know everything.
I don’t expect you to have it all figured out.
I expect you to care about your work, and to be ready to take your next step.

I’ll guide you through the rest.

If you’re ready to build a business that feels strong, grounded, and achievable, I’d love to walk that journey with you. www.startstrongbizcoach.com