When the City Plays Policy Sport with the Country   When the City Plays Policy Sport with the Country A viewpoint on the game board involving the most wide-sweeping changes and set of fees & penalties ever to be imposed on livestock and horse owners by any State Government in Australian history. Horse SA, 2011  www.horsesa.asn.au The Department charged with feeding & clothing our people (PIRSA) was directed by past Treasurer Kevin Foley, to take a staggering 39% budget cut....

Mosquitoes & Info for Horse Owners Mosquitoes are annoying, and can potentially transmit diseases to both humans and horses. Mosquitoes lay eggs in stagnant water, long grass and damp soil, so it is important to reduce or eliminate potential breeding grounds. Mosquitoes do not breed in moving water e.g. water aerated by a fountain and are poor flyers, so wind in the form of a stable fan will reduce airborne mosquitoes. Some useful tips: • Inspect your stable yard for potential breeding...

Thought Leaders Group (Horse) Do you sit on a horse organisation committee? Are you seen as a leader amongst your peers? Many horse sport and recreation organisations are taking opportunity to continuously review rules and policies, invest in research, provide targeted education programs and promote the positive welfare actions in place. Horse SA is facilitating a conversation with a Thought Leaders Group, made up of organisation leaders who share thoughts and conversation around...