The PAA held it's Annual General Meeting in Canberra on the weekend of 27-28 May. Congratulations to Gill Mathie who was elected as Vice-President to the Board.
On Saturday afternoon the Board heard a report from Les Fraser, Chairman of the World Cup Organising Committee, on the progress of preparations for the 2007 World Cup. Nominations have been received from the eight IPC affiliated countries, namely: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom, USA and Zimbabwe. There is also interest from other countries, in particular Zambia and France who wish to participate in some way.
Les spoke about the major sponsor for the event, Ridley AgriProducts, and outlined their commitment to the 2007 World Cup. Les also listed the other major sponsors and their contributions. Seating capacity around the main arena will be increased from the current 1,500 to approximately 5,000.
As always, the event would not be possible without the supply of horses. For the 2007 event a total of 200 horses will be required. Les remarked "this is the biggest recruitment of horses in Australia during peacetime". What a catchphrase!
As for the 2003 World Cup, ASH registered horses are being sourced from all over Australia. There are huge incentives for horse owners whose horses are selected for the World Cup. An information sheet and Horse Form are available from the Australian Horse Co-ordinator Kent Wells on (07) 5463 5771 or 0414 742 112. NOTE - inspection of NSW horses at Club Championships, Maitland on 10/11 June.
For more information about the World Cup refer to www.polocrosse.com.au/worldcup or to be included on the newsletter email list contact Michele Cozzi at
The Australian Stockhorse Society is a Promotional Partner in the event and as an adjunct they are preparing an information package which will be sent to all countries competing at the World Cup.
This package will list all Australian Stock Horses registered for sale at the World Cup. It will also set out quarantine requirements and contacts; transport requirements and contacts and any other information which is relevant for exporting horses to those countries. The object is to assist potential overseas buyers in expediting the purchase of an ASH whilst in Australia.
For further information contact Don Turner on (03) 6456 5108 or by fax on (03) 6456 5262.
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ZONE NEWS
The Southern Highlands Zone Carnival was held in beautiful weather on 27 and 28 May at Hall polocrosse grounds. There were 29 teams competing from our Zone as well as 23 subbies.
Results of the weekend's competition:
A OPEN Lake George 12 def Braidwood 11
B OPEN Milton 14 def Eurocoast 4
A MIXED Yass 12 def Burradoo 6
B MIXED Braidwood 11 def Eurocoast 7
C MIXED Hall 8 def Braidwood 3
D MIXED Braidwood 18 def Burradoo 4
E MIXED Milton 12 def Canberra 4
JUNIORS Lake George def Eurocoast
The raffle was won by Brian Luton. A fitting reward for an excellent weekends commentating!
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Polocrosse hits the airwaves
The Zone Carnival was promoted in a five minute "Bulletin Board" discussion on Saturday morning. ABC radio presenter Rod Quinn is quite knowledgeable about polocrosse and between the both of us we were able to get the message across that this is an exciting spectator sport.
On Sunday morning the ABC's Rural Reporter, Kim Lester, visited the grounds and conducted a pre-arranged live interview with Neville Gilpin. Neville's wealth of experience both with polocrosse and horses came through loud and clear. Well done Neville.
Kim was then introduced to a typical polocrosse family, Rod, Jenny, Fay, Ella and Riley from Burradoo. Kim recorded interviews with the Edwards family which went to air in her Rural Report on Tuesday May 30th. Kim also spoke to Kent Wells about the World Cup and horse requirements - both were excellent interviews.
Odette Neumann Zone Publicity Officer
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
MISSING from Burradoo carnival - 2 umpire's whistles. Both are clearly marked "BURRADOO". Could umpires please check amongst their gear to see if they have one of these whistles. If found, please pass on to Ann Anderson.
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NSW ZONE CHAMPIONSHIPS MOREE 5-6 AUGUST
Nomination forms for the NSW Zone Championships are included with this newsletter. Signed nomination forms must be returned to the Zone Secretary no later than 5pm on Friday 23rd June.
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