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Sucess for Cadabra's first Cow Horse Event - Monday, 1 June 2009
Maryanne and Jacqui report that its now offical Cadabara is the first Australian Stock Horse to be shown in a Cow Horse Event in the Northern Hemisphere impressive huh. Not only did he compete he also did everyone proud with a 2nd place in the $500 Limited Open Working Cow Horse on Saturday, 30 May 2009 at Claresholm. Kind of exciting. Maryanne was very happy with him, as he tried really hard.
Is that a Buffalo ? - Saturday, 9 May 2009
Jacquie and Maryanne have just sent through an update to let us know that the horses have been ridden 4-5 times a week now, and that they are good and settled with feed, weather and vaccines. Everyone is busy getting ready for the shows and breeding season locally. Cadabra and Glen Idol with Maryanne in the Saddle have been in daily tutorial with a couple of Canada's top competitors. They have began to work live Buffalo. (Yes Buffalo) Cadabra is a pro and Glen Idol seems very keen to track and work as well. All great news! Enjoy the photos of Cadabra 'Getting a little Western'. Cadabra's first show will be on the 30th May - Cadabra will be competing in the Ranch cutting. The horses are all working very well and continue to impress trainers and riders alike with their movement, temperament and working abilities. We will keep you posted on their progress.
Cadabra to cast his spell on Canada - Thursday, 7 May 2009
A partnership developed between Australia’s Maryanne Gough and Canada’s Jacqueline McArthur has culminated in the export of the first three Australian Stock Horses from Australia to Canada. The horses will form the foundation stock for the newly formed McArthur-Icewood Australian Stock Horse Stud and will be shown in Canadian horse events and will also perform in demonstrations. The two women have a simple goal for their venture – to breed, show and promote heritage bred Australian Stock Horses throughout Canada and North America. The Horses will be trained for Reined Cow Horse events (similar to Australia’s Challenges) with a flow on effect whereby the horses can go on to compete in many other disciplines including but not limited to Polocrosse, Polo, Team penning, Showjumping and Dressage plus Pony Club youth events. There is also the option of using the heritage Australian Stock Horse as an outcross for many other breeds of horse, an exercise that has proven to be extremely popular in Australia. CADABRA is a stallion well-known for his proven performance ability, stunning type and impeccable pedigree, and it is this combination which has secured his place as the first Australian Stock Horse stallion in Canada. From the McArthur family’s Alberta facility, he will stand at public stud whilst also being used in the ambitious embryo transfer programme planned for McArthur-Icewood mares. Interest has already been shown in this ground-breaking sire by some forward thinking cow horse breeders in Canada and North America, and only time will tell what role this young sire will play in the foundation of the North American Australian Stock Horse. Paul and Ros Ireland of Condamine ASH Stud in Dubbo, NSW bred one of the recently exported mares, CONDAMINE GLEN IDOL (AUS). A lovely black/grey filly by CONDAMINE RIVOLI GLEN and from a JOSHUA bred mare, Glen Idol has a beautiful nature and shows great trainability and working style. Paul and Ros are excited to be a part of this venture and have hopes of watching this filly perform in the future. CONDAMINE GLEN IDOL IS A PATERNAL HALF SISTER TO THE Icewood trained mare, JAYTEE ETERNITY – winner of multiple Champion Led and Working awards plus winner of the 2008 South Queensland Management Council High Point Four Year Old Maturity Australian Stock Horse. Glen Gough’s highly regarded Yallatup provided another mare, the athletic bay YALLATUP REGINA (AUS). Regina is by YALLATUP SIR REGINALD (YALLATUP REGAL REMEDY/KIRKBYS STUD REMINISCE) and from the mare Glen considers to be one of his best, WARRIGAL CREEK GIPPY. YALLATUP REGAL REMEDY is alleged to be Australia’s highest priced Australian Stock Horse and was a versatile winner of many awards including National Supreme Working, winner of multiple Campdraft and an Olympic display horses. WARRIGAL CREEK GIPPY was gifted to Glen by the past ASHS President, Alistair Irving who died in a horse related accident, and she carries the bloodlines of ELLIOTT’S CREEK CADET – FS, STANTON STUD CHANCE –IS and CECIL BRUCE – IS. This exciting venture has been supported by a number of Australian and Canadian businesses. Thanks go to Lyn and Ross Essex from Easy-On-Rugs, who provided the three horses with a lovely selection of their high quality rugs and products. Also to thank is Amanda Riordan of Australian Equine Exporting Services, who should be your first port of call if you are interested in exporting horses or horse related gear. In Canada, Dr Wayne Burwash is an equine veterinarian who specialises in breeding and embryo transfer, services McArthur-Icewood will require to achieve their many goals. McArthur-Icewood Australian Stock Horses are very thankful for the involvement and support of these businesses and in return will be promoting their services at trade shows attended throughout Canada and North America. As and end note, Maryanne still owns CADABRA, and it is unknown how long either will be away from Australian shores. It is estimated that CADABRA will not return for at least two years, however Maryanne will return to Australia for holidays and will likely fit in some competitions whilst home. Icewood has retained four broodmares, which are all in foal to CADABRA, and these will keep the Icewood name ticking along even with Maryanne away for a little while. For constant updates about what is happening with this exciting endeavour, please go to www.australianstockhorse.ca for news. Photo: Natalie Jackman
The first Australian Stock Horses to be exported from Australia into Canada - Tuesday, 31 March 2009
AEES proud sponsors of McArthur-Icewood Australian Stock Horses Canada, are happy to announce the safe arrival of Maryanne Gough, Bob (the dog) and the three Australian Stock Horses Cadabra, Condamine Glen Idol and Yallatup Regina into Oktotks, Alberta. Maryanne is extremely happy with how the horses travelled, although they are a little stumped by the snow as none of these horses have ever experienced this type of weather before. We will keep you posted on their progress "What this Space".
Maryanne and Horses arrive safley into LAX. - Tuesday, 24 March 2009
I am please to report that both Maryanne Gough and the three Australian Stockhorese Cadabra, Condamine Glen Idol and Yallatup Regina have all arrived safley into Los Angeles and ready to begin their journey up to Oktotks Canada. we will keep you posted on their travels. Photo: Tracey Bavinton.
Horses arrive safley in Bangkok with Barastoc horse feed on board - Saturday, 21 March 2009
AEES are pleased to announce that our recent shipment of horses bound for Bangkok were supplied with Barastoc Calm Performer and Barastoc Breed N Grow to assist them through their quarantine period of 30days. AEES are confident that these horses will do extremly well on the Barastoc feeding program and we look forward to increasing the sales of Barastoc Horse Feed into Thailand in the near future, refer to our distributors page for your nearest international agent.
21 Horses depart for Thailand - Friday, 20 March 2009
AEES has just successfully completed a buying tour in conjunction with A.C.E (Thailand) Co Ltd on behalf of the Thai Army. Today a shipment of twenty one horses which consisted of thirteen dry Thoroughbred mares, four Thoroughbred mares in foal, three dry Warmblood mares, and two Warmblood mares in foal departed on QF7583 bound for Bangkok. This buying tour which started in Sydney on the 1st March 2009 comprised of three A.C.E Company representatives and a total of seven Thai Army employees including one Veterinarian and student. Our tour covered numerous kilometres, travelling as far north as Coffs Harbour and as far south as Nowra in New South Wales. We then promptly boarded a plane to Victoria and did it all again. A very weary, but pleased group were happy to board their plane back to Bangkok on the 10th March. AEES would like to thank Mr Toranit Sripal and the many horse owners for being so accommodating whilst presenting their horses for sale, with a special thank you to the horse transport companies and Instone Air Freight for making this departure possible. It was incomprehensible that we were attempting to inspect horses over a ten day period with the intention of purchasing, transporting to quarantine, and health testing to make a departure date of the 20th March. This short turn around period is a testament to all involved and especially the team at Instone for making this a reality.
AEES back on track with exports to New Zealand - Saturday, 28 February 2009
AEES in conjunction with Jindalla Park Stud has sold another of our home bred horses to New Zealand. Graemar Lodge Stud in Orewa, New Zealand has purchased "Jindalla Park Dolc'e Diva" a stunning liver chestnut Part Arabian filly. Diva will eventullay join her other stable mate previous purchased from Australia "Jindalla Park Diamonds N Pearls" recently crowned New Zealand National Reserve Champion Arabian Derivative mare over 148cms. Congratulations to Graemar Stud.
Equine Influenza Panel Announced - Thursday, 12 February 2009
The expert review panel to look at future Equine Influenza incursions has been appointed. The panel is composed of Mr. Roger Beale, Chair; David Watson, (Qld, finance/project manager/ex Qld politician), Michael Curll (ex NSW Department of Agriculture , Deputy Director, Science and Research) and Anne Kelso (virologist, WHO Influenza Collaborating Centre, Melbourne). DAFF are providing the panel with background documents and an introductory briefing is planned for 27 February. The announcement about the panel is below. PIMC EQUINE INFLUENZA EXPERT REVIEW PANEL In consideration of the significant costs incurred as a result of the response to the disease, the Animal Health Committee of the Primary Industries Ministerial Council is examining options to minimise the consequential impact of any future equine influenza outbreak. The Council has commissioned an independent expert panel to examine this work, consult with stakeholders and provide an opinion to Council on the options considered, conclusions and recommendations of Animal Health Committee. It is anticipated that the Review Panel will hold consultation meetings in two or three capital cities and a formal submission process will not be undertaken. Terms of reference: 1. Identify the consequences of a future incursion of equine influenza; 2. Consider strategies proposed for the prevention, mitigation and management of those consequences; 3. Assess the impact (both economic and amenity) of each strategy on national horse industry businesses and business owners, including the non-racing sectors; 4. Advise PISC on the costs and benefits of each strategy. The Panel will review the work of Animal Health Committee, consult with stakeholders and report to PISC by June 2009. DAFF will arrange for the provision of technical and secretariat support. Access to independent economic analytical advice will be provided. PIMC is the Primary Industries Ministerial Council and is composed of the Federal and State Ministers of Agriculture or Primary Industries, depending on the State. PISC is the Primary Industries Standing Committee and is composed of the heads of the Departments of Agriculture or Primary Industries.
OIE declaration - Australia free of equine influenza - Thursday, 25 December 2008
25 December 2008 marked one year since the last case of equine influenza occurred in Australia. On this day we declared that we have met OIE standards for freedom from equine influenza. Australia is officially free of the disease.
2008 Australian Olympic Teams Announced - Sunday, 20 July 2008
DRESSAGE Kristy Oatley riding Quando-Quando (Don Bolero as substitute)- owners Rosalind & Robert Oatley ) Hayley Beresford riding Relampago Do Retiro (owners Hayley Beresford & Eduardo Fischer) Heath Ryan riding Greenoaks Dundee owner Clyde Wunderwald) Reserve Rider - Rozzie Ryan riding Donna Carrera (owner Susie Duddy) EVENTING Clayton Fredericks riding Ben Along Time (owners Edwin & Peta McAuley) Lucinda Fredericks riding Headley Britannia (owners Clayton, Pauline & Robert Fredericks) Sonja Johnson riding Ringwould Jaguar (owners Augusta & Jim Saunders and Dan & Phoebe Johnson) Megan Jones riding Kirby Park Irish Jester (owner Margaret Jones) Shane Rose riding All Luck (owner Angela Shacklady) JUMPING Edwina Alexander riding Isovlas Itot du Chateau (with Isovlas Socrates and Isovlas Pialotta as Reserves) (owners E. Alexander, J. Tops & C Van Opstal) Laurie Lever riding Ashleigh Drossel Dan (owners Laurie Lever & Colin Gronn) Peter McMahon riding Kolora Stud Genoa (owners B & G. Lang, B & S. Wood, M & P. Lang-McMahon) Matthew Williams riding Leconte 6 (owner Yvonne Young ) Reserve Rider Chris Chugg riding Vivant (owners Australian Sporthorse Breeders Pty Ltd & M Barrera)
AEES accredited AUSTRALIAN GROWN - Tuesday, 1 April 2008
Australian Equine Exporting Services are proud to announce that they have been accredited as the 1st Live Horse Exporter in Australia to brand their product with the Australian Grown logo.
Eradication of Equine Influenza and the Horse Disease Levy Bills - Thursday, 20 March 2008
The announcement from QLD that testing shows no indication of any residual Equine Influenza (EI) infection is welcome news to the national horse industry. Combined with the eradication from NSW this has been a significant achievement for the industry and government partnership that has co-operated so well since August 2007. Let's hope that this close co-operation will continue for the benefit of the Australian horse industry long into the future.
ABC PM Program - Authorities hopeful horse flu threat over - Friday, 1 February 2008
Reporter: Brendan Trembath Authorities are hoping that they've seen the last of the flu, which last year infected thousands of horses around New South Wales and Queensland. There have been no new cases of equine influenza this year. Australia's chief vet, Andy Carroll, expects by mid-March he'll be able to say equine influenza has been wiped out in this country. The outbreak has hurt the livelihoods of many people who work with horses including breeders, trainers and riding school owners. BRENDAN TREMBATH: While horse flu may have been beaten it may take a while to convince some countries, which import horses from Australia that its horses are disease free. The Australian Government says Japan, Hong Kong and Macau recently agreed to resume imports. But Australia's chief vet Andy Carroll says New Zealand for example has reservations. ANDY CAROLL: There is a lot of trans-Tasman trade in horses. We're in on-going discussions with them to get the most practical conditions we can for those horses to start going backwards and forwards across Australia. Thailand and Singapore also have concerns about importing Australian horses. Amanda Riordan runs Australian Equine Exporting Services. AMANDA RIORDAN: The main problems I am now receiving are the international importing countries, a little wary of our circumstances, and just having to go through a few of the motions to see if we can get them back on track.
AEES announce Beijing Golden Horse International Consulting as China Agent - Tuesday, 1 January 2008
AEES is proud to announce our latest agents agreement with long-time business associate Mr James Sun of Beijing Golden Horse International Consulting and founder of HORSE INDUSTRY CHINA (www.HORSEMANSHIP.cn, called "HIC" at follows) is a leading online horse industry media, covering all content on equestrian, racing, breeding, riding, culture and presented in two languages of Chinese and English. Mr Sun will be the agent for AEES in China, distributing our range of Equine Nutrition Products, Saddlery and Equestrian Equipment and Export Horse Sales. We look forward to a wonderful and prosperous working relationship together.
The Melbourne Cup is off and Racing - Tuesday, 6 November 2007
Looking back to my interviews in September 2007, I was obviously either very naive or trying to stay positive. It is now November 2007 and AEES is completely out of business with all Export Horse Sales either cancelled or postponed until further notice. The financial effects are starting to take affect and the prospects of holding on until the proposed resumption of Live Exports are not good. I would really like to thank all of my loyal customers and friends for their encouragement to keep going, but I must admit the pressure is starting to take its toll. I am not alone and really feel for everyone else out their watching their businesses and their futures fall to pieces. I have decided that this is the only news entry that I will make in regards to my opinion or the affects of Equine Influenza on my business and Australia at large.
Counting the Cost - Equine Influenza leaves Hunter breeders hurting - Monday, 10 September 2007
Town & Country Leader Story By Julie Hartigan The highs and lows of an exporter. "It's been an amazing few weeks of highs and lows for Amanda Riordan. On the night of August 24, she was named Upper Hunter Exporter of the Year at a gala dinner hosted by the Hunter Export Centre and within the hour, she learned of the Equine Influenza outbreak that threatened to take the shine off the success of her Muswellbrook business."
Accolade in the midst of horse influenza lockdown - Friday, 7 September 2007
Town & Country Leader (Muswellbrook Chronicle). Story By AIysia Ferguson. IN THE midst of Australia's biggest horse industry lockdown, a Muswellbrook-based equine business has been recognised for outstanding innovation and commitment to the Australian export industry. Amanda Riordan of Australian Equine Exporting Services was awarded Upper Hunter Exporter of the Year in a gala event at Newcastle Conservatorium last month. The only Australian exporter of all things equestrian, Mrs Riordan said she was shocked and thrilled to receive the award.
Australian Equine Industry devastated at the hands of Equine influenza - Saturday, 25 August 2007
From euphoria to devastation in less than 24 hours. Late on the evening of the 24th August, whilst travelling home from the Hunter Export Awards we where hit with the news that an Equine Influenza outbreak had been confirmed at Centennial Park Stables in Sydney. Within 24 hrs of this announcement, the Horse Industry in NSW was shut down.
Hunter Export Centre Awards - 2007 Upper Hunter Exporter of the Year - Friday, 24 August 2007
Amanda Riordan said, "I am extremely encouraged by this award. In 2005, AEES received a 'Highly Commended' award for the category of Emerging Exporter, and since that time, we have experienced a great deal of export success, accompanied by some hard lessons. Exporting is a challenging but very rewarding venture and I am excited about our company's future."
AEES Export Sale Horses depart for Beijing - Wednesday, 25 July 2007
After much time and tribulation, AEES can report that the Export Sale for Royal Dragon Equestrian Training Base containing the following has departed Australia. 1. Kings Imperial Glo - Quarter Horse - Perlino - Stallion 2. Foxy Little Diablo - Quarter Horse - Buckskin - Mare 3. Foxy Lady Lena - Quarter Horse - Dun - Filly 4. Grande Anna - Quarter Horse - Grey - Mare 5. Hez Grand Tomee - Quarter Horse - Chestnut - Colt 6. Modesty Blaise (Star of Kimberley) - Thoroughbred - Grey - Mare 7. Amara - Warmblood X - Bay - Mare
AEES Export Horse to New Zealand - Saturday, 30 June 2007
AEES in conjunction with Jindalla Park Stud has sold our second horse to New Zealand. Byzance Arabians and Performance Horses in Te Puke, New Zealand have purchased "Amaki's Impre Vu" a Buckskin Part Arabian mare.
Sunny Time Polo Club Beijing tour Australia - Monday, 6 November 2006
Peter and Amanda Riordan were delighted to escort the Sunny Time Polo Club team members along with the crew of CCTV5 China on a 4 days Polo Tour. Mr James Ashton and staff were extremely welcoming at Australia's historic home of Polo "Millamolong Station". Our guest enjoyed playing and practicing their Polo skills and even had the opportunity to give Campdrafting a go. However, who could forget the highlight of the stay with our guest enjoying the wide-open spaces Australia has to offer and the thrill of the Kangaroo chase.
4th China Wuhan International Equestrian Festival - Wednesday, 27 September 2006
This is the second time that AEES has attended the Wuhan International Equestrian Festival. "In what was a first for mainland China we were extremely excited that AEES in partnership with the Australian Horse Trailer manufacturer 'Trailblazer' were able to display two styles of Horse Trailers. We also took this opportunity to teach local trainers and horse owners how to safely load their horses into a Horse Trailer." By the conclusion of the trade fair, we had sold our first Horse Trailer into mainland China.
Royal Dragon Training Base Beijing to Australia to purchase horses - Saturday, 8 July 2006
AEES have completed their first horse buying tour for mainland China, accompanied by Mr Zhang, Ms Qu and Mr Cuo representing the Royal Dragon Equestrian Training Base group. The buying tour started in Sydney and covered country NSW & VIC travelling over 10,000 kms. We visited many stud farms and equestrian training facilities. The buyers have now selected a small group of horses suitable for their new Western Breeding program to be established outside of Beijing.
2006 NSW Polocroose Club Championships - Saturday, 17 June 2006
AEES are proud to sponsor the 2006 NSW Polocrosse Club Championships. We also presented the International invitation team of New Zealand with AEES vests to thank them for coming to Australia to provide some much needed play time experience for both teams leading up to the Polocrosse World Cup to be held in Warwick QLD in May 2007.
AEES & Marsh Carney Saddlery Beijing Tour - Wednesday, 15 March 2006
Peter and Amanda Riordan return to Beijing accompanied by Marsh and Trish Carney from Marsh Carney Saddlery to meet with Mr Sun of Tongli Obang Equestrian Goods Beijing. During this time we also visited Mr Wang from Wan Jiang Xiong Horse Gear Company, Ms Ji from Equidorf Saddlery and Mr Zhang from Royal Dragon Equestrian Training Base. The week was finished with a lovely day with our good friend Mr Xia from Sunny Time Polo Club Beijing, this visit allowed Marsh Carney the opportunity to demonstrate and instruct staff on how to correctly fit "Marsh Carney Polo Gear" that was made for Mr Xia, and his Polo Team.
Australian Equestrian Showcase Beijing China - Thursday, 15 September 2005
AEES attended the first Australian Equestrian Showcase held at the Sunshine Valley Equestrian Club in Beijing. Their Director Mr Peter Riordan, Mr Malcolm Kerridge of MJK Horse & Rider Training & Dr Neil Walton Veterinary Practioniner from Sydney, represented AEES. This showcase proved extremely successful allowing AEES to strengthen pre existing relationships within the Chinese Horse Industry and open the way for partnerships with Chinese manufacturing companies.
Hunter Export Centre Export Awards - Monday, 18 July 2005
Peter & Amanda Riordan were extremely surprised and grateful to receive a Highly Commended Award for the 2005 Hunter Emerging Exporter. This award has given both Peter and I the confidence to keep pursuing our dream.
Presidents Eight Australian Polocrosse Tour Canada - Wednesday, 6 July 2005
AEES are proud to sponsor the Best Canadian Horse & Rider combination at the Stampede Classic International Tournament attended by the Presidents Eight Australian Polocrosse Team. Sponsored an Australian made Marsh Carney Polocrosse Saddle and other polocrosse equipment valued at over $4500 AUD.
Hunter Export Centre China Trade Mission - Saturday, 25 September 2004
AEES takes part in the Hunter Export Centre, Trade Mission to mainland China, visiting Guangzhou, Beijing, Nanjing, Shanghai and Wuhan. As a part of the Australian Stock Horse Society, delegation Amanda Riordan visited a number of horse riding schools, stud farms and Horse Racing facilities in a bid to get an understanding of how the Australian Horse Industry could benefit from the phenomenal growth in China's expanding leisure market. Great interest is placed in the legalisation of gambling, which will open the gates to Thoroughbred horseracing, and expand on Hong Kong and Macau's international racing reputation. The tour concluded in Wuhan where we attended the 2nd Wuhan International Horse Festival for a 3-Day Trade Fair. Here AEES was able to display and demonstrate products such as Equine Nutrition supplements by Ranvet and Australian saddlery and equipment crafted by Marsh Carney Saddlery. We were please to return to Australia with our first order for Ranvet products into mainland China.
Stampede Classic Polocrosse Tournament Canada - Friday, 9 July 2004
Peter & Amanda Riordan travel to Canada to meet with equestrian related businesses and horse enthusiasts in Alberta and British Colombia. During this visit, we attended the Stampede Classic Polocrosse Tournament held by the Foothills Polocrosse Club in Calgary. Here we were able to gauge the export opportunities available to our business in supplying suitably trained Polocrosse Horses and Australian made polocrosse equipment.
Export Market Development Training Course - Friday, 4 June 2004
After only three months of trading, Amanda Riordan was delighted to be one of only 30 young people accepted from 112 applicants to take part in the Export Market Development Training Course. This course is open to young rural people, who are looking at the opportunities of Export and is run by the Department of Agricultural Fisheries and Forestry in conjunction with the Australian Institute of Export and Austrade. "Amanda said that not only was it a great achievement to be accepted into the course, but I was extremely excited to learn that I was the first Equine related business to be accepted".