Since we last wrote we have been to 2 events- Goulburn CIC and the weekend passed Sydney @ SIEC fundraiser. In between preparing for these events we have enjoyed introducing our three new German imports to Australia- however they all think its winter here- so 3 clips coming up !!

It was fabulous to have an event of such calibre in the lead up to Adelaide 4*- War Hawk certainly looking great all weekend taking the win in the 3 * – Not far behind (3rd) was Gemma on John and Jane Pittards Annapurna followed by our own Wanda 4th- Wanda stepping up to 3*.

We were recently sent some facts from the committee of Sydney @ SIEC event ( hence the fundraiser)- What we all take for granted is that we all have the unique opportunity to ride at an existing Olympic Games venue – maybe one of the only purpose built equestrian Olympic venues that still operate. It is always going to be costly to have such an incredible facility with very high rental due to resources and upkeep. We here at TE are always thankful we can continue to have these events with great patronage we can all enjoy our eventing for many years to follow- Keep the support up- we love SIEC.

We were recently invited to give a talk for the Youth Squad for Dressage conducted by DNSW. Great few days, engaging these very enthusiastic dressage riders- well done to the organizers  (thanks Mandy !) Introducing them all to the holistic side- as well as training there was horse management. We spoke about ‘how to run a successful horse business’ which included horse welfare , plus alot of medal holding, photos SPONSOR poster signing!! Great night, we all had fun.

SPONSOR endorsement for October is ECOMIST insect repellent. We are just such supporters of ECOMIST- as well as our farrier, vet, staff and riders ! With 3 ECOMIST in our stable block we can swear that the flies are not at all interested in hanging around us ! PLUS we always take one in our truck for events – PLUS in our entertaining area ( not that we entertain much !) but we do have many family dinners outside- As its just comfortable with NO insects – also it keeps the spider webs away too ! WE JUST LOVE ECOMIST – www.ecomist.com.au

Well you know when you have a bad to average event it makes you more determined for the next ! It must be why we just love this sport as there is always room for improvement, horse and rider- plus we are always trying to understand our horses ! Goulburn was certainly an fabulously organized event as always- but a couple of our horse, rider were not ‘on their game’ ! However Elisabeth Brinton’s ‘Celebration’ and our ‘Wanda’ both performed exceptionally for their level 🙂

We have some super news from Horseland with the addition of Gemma to their team of sponsored riders. ‘ I was very excited to join the Horseland team of sponsored riders, I know I have big shoes to fill alongside dad and the rest of their sponsored riders, but I will try to represent the brand as best I can ‘ Gemma said

http://www.horseland.com.au/blog/making-it-a-family-affair-welcome-gemma-tinney/

September saw us go to Waratah Show jumping @ SIEC with our team. War Hawk  and Wanda just jumped fabulously placing in their respective classes with ribbons in the 1.25 and 1.30m- The younger horses, Celebration, Leporis and Diabolo (with Gemma) all jumped well, looking very special for the future.

SYDNEY @ SIEC Eventing

Finally we had an event. It was perfect that our horses had been out jumping the weeks prior, they were all settled and worked beautifully. Stuart nearly claimed the Tri Fecta- however it was not to be in the 1 star on Darlis Reen’s Roskymar Prince Noreah (FOR SALE) , unfortunately Stuart got an error in the dressage when the boots did not come off before he trotted into the arena- A lesson to all ! ( sorry to dob you in Darlis!) Winning the 3 star on War Hawk  (owners Corinna and Darren Huskinson) plus winning the 2 star on our own Wanda. Both young imports Leporis and Celebration doing their 1st 1 star – Celebration ( owner Elisabeth Brinton) running 6th and Leo 14th. Both these 2 horses have taken to Eventing like ducks to water ! We are so pleased with their progress and attitude.

Our cute new imports and ‘Medusa’ jumps into mini prix’s with Jess Brown in the saddle

Some good news for us is that the 3 girls from Germany have all settled into their new lives in Australia. All have super brains and appear to have the talent to go with it- The 4 year old ‘Wasabi’  (Stuart is on) The 5 year old ‘Daleena Daydream’ ( Karen is on) and the 6 year old ‘Be my Daisy’ ( Gemma is on) YES that’s truly their names and we are sticking with them 🙂

We have also partnered with Equus Australia ( Rod, Cathy and Jess Brown) with ‘Medusa’ We are all very excited that ‘Dusa’ will be doing what she is very good at show jumping 🙂

SPONSORS

Every month we will feature products or information from two of our most loyal sponsors . This month we are going with Horseland and Bates saddles. Firstly it is so awesome to see Horseland sell such an amazing product range now, the choice of horse rugs, tack and the apparel and crash caps ! Plus one of our favourites Free Jump stirrups. It’s always an exciting going into a store ! We recently went to our local store  (DURAL) to attend their VIPizza night ! Great fun:) BATES saddles are the only saddles we choose to use on our horses, their range and fit is extensive, they are AUSTRALIAN made and they continue to evolve. We are so happy with their range. We can help you with your choice ( if you are local).. Our preferred dressage saddles are the Innova mono LUX , The Dressage LUX and for jumping the Elevation LUX. ( see picture on Elisabeth Brinton’s ‘Celebration’

Calendar:

Oct 14/15- Goulburn: War Hawk (3*) Wanda(2*) Leo, Celebration. (1*) Gemma: Anna (3*) Dab (105)

Nov 11/12th ( as above)

NOV 17-19th-ADELAIDE 3DE- War Hawk 4*

Dec 1-3rd Wallaby Hill 3DE (TBC)

Cheers, TE

‘HOT GERMAN HORSES’

With a huge gap in the calendar, what else would you do but take yourselves off to the European summer and ride horses in their heat wave ! Great introduction for a move to Australia we hope. With all that sorted, which takes some organizing, we have made some lovely purchases.

The trip started in Germany where we saw some nice horses,  some average ones and 3 SUPER ones!! Which of course we bought.

Three mares,  4yo Hanoverian Decurio/Wanderfurst (Diarado line) 5yo Oldenburg Darkdream/Saint Cloud (Donnerhall line) and 6yo Hanoverian Barclay/Davignon 1 ( Belissimo M line)

All 3 have now landed in Australia and will be with us end of their quarantine late August. (pictures next news) With our horses also having a midyear break, we have had them all back in work for 5 weeks and took them off to THE RIDERS SERIES  first show for 2 months- It was windy and bitter,  however the horses did not seem to care! Stuart took 4 ( War Hawk, Wanda, Leporis and Celebration) Gemma riding Diabolo. Saturday saw War Hawk 5th -1.20m, all the younger horses jumping super without a place. Sunday War Hawk came 3rd in the 1.30m and Wanda 5th in the 1.20m. Big classes so very happy with them all. We are taking the team show jumping for the next few weekends before we get back into our Eventing Season finally 🙂

FUN, FAMILY , PASTIES and some work:) in  CORNWALL and UK

We had a lovely few days with family, visiting old pubs, wine bars and yes Cornish pasties ( sorry no pics, sad face)

While Karen came back to Australia to get the yard ready for the coming events plus settle Steph into her new business- (quietly wanted to get the garage sale sorted 🙂 Stuart head off to Aachen to support the AUS team- which was an amazing event by all accounts.  Aachen or Garage sale- priorities may be somewhat front to back !

JUST A SHORT MESSAGE TO ALL OUR SUPPORTERS- AGAIN WE THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT: Corinna and Darren Huskinson, John and Jane Pittard, Tim Game, Elisabeth Brinton and SPONSORS: Bates, Horseland, CopRice and Ceva. With Gratitude to Proteq and Ecomist

CALENDAR:

WARATAH : Show Jumping @ SIEC 25/26th AUG: War Hawk, Wanda, Leporis, Celebration and Gemma Diabolo.

SYDNEY SPIRING Champs Show jumping @ Clarendon 1-3rd SEPT ( all of the above)

SYDNEY @ SIEC 9/10th SEPT: War Hawk 3*, Wanda 2*, Celebration 1* Leporis Ev105- Gemma Annapurna 3*

CANBERRA : TBA ( possibly the same as above depending on ground)

We are finally excited to announce that Steph Bender Equestrian will partner Tinney Eventing from 1st August 2017. Steph has spent the last 4 years in Germany and has returned to Australia to run her business out of Tinney Eventing. Steph will be offering affordable agistment and training packages plus lessons. For information call Steph 0411 093 651 or email steph_bender@live.com

Stuart, Karen and Gemma will be concentrating on producing quality horses for Olympics, World Championships and for sale.  We will also be offering more time for coaching on and off site. Alongside Steph, Tinney Eventing can offer 4 tiers of coaching  from the inexperienced/novice to the elite levels. Teaching all 3 Olympic disciplines, dressage, show jumping and Cross Country.

A BIT ABOUT STEPH

Steph is a 4 star event rider, Advanced dressage rider and high level showjumper. Steph is a Level 1 NCAS general (training for her level 2 ) plus German trainer B (Level 2) eventing coach, plus she has over 15 years coaching experience. We are very excited about our restructure here at Tinney Eventing. Steph ‘s aim is to run a very professional yard and will be offering the following here in Maraylya

Affordable AGISTMENT/TRAINING packages and LESSONS – top training at your finger tips. There will be spots for riders and their horses. Steph can offer all aspects of horse management in a peaceful environment with expert advice. The facilities has consistently produced horses from novice level to Olympic and World Class.

Stuart, Karen and Gemma will remain at the property with their many top and up and coming horses

Here at Tinney Eventing we will be working together so we can offer guidance/mentoring/ advice at all levels- For  example, Interschool students with parents that feel totally ‘lost’ we can introduce you to the system and make the transition from training to the competition less stressful. We can even help you find the right horse, which can be also very dramatic for the rider and purchaser.

FOR enquires regarding coaching/clinics/ mentoring with Tinney Eventing- info@tinneyeventing.com

MELBOURNE Oceania Championships

WOW its midyear already! 2 major 3 day events within a month of each other- Firstly, deserving of the front page was Melbourne’s International Oceania Champs. What a great event all round for its 60th Year celebration.  Great weather and fabulous crowds- You have to give it to Melbourne for the crowds-it was packed!!

Both Stuart and Gemma competing in the AUSTRALIAN Team. Stuart in the Senior team on Corinna and Darren Huskinson’ WAR HAWK and Gemma on John and Jane Pittars’s ANNAPURNA   Young Rider team. Well Gemma stole the limelight ( again) with a fabulous individual 2nd in the CCI** plus AUSTRALIA winning 🙂 Stuart on War Hawk a credible 5th in the CCI*** but AUSTRALIA letting the win go to NEW ZEALAND- This time!  JUST LOVE the picture of Gemma with her team mates-  Tayah Andrew, Olivia Barton, Shanae Lowing and coach Will Enzinger.

Gemma was also very privileged to receive the Caitlyn Fischer Memorial award (best performed young rider in the CCI**) which was presented by her mother Ailsa and father Mark. What an honour and a lovely way to keep Caitlyn’s memories.  We are so proud of the Fischer family and their strength plus proud of Gemma earning this trophy.

Channel 9 also took full advantage of the Father /Daughter team selection airing a great piece on the event.

August is a ‘changing’ month for us, with Stephanie Bender now starting her business alongside Tinney Eventing.  We are excited for the change of direction and hope to have more time to train our great team of horses.

‘Celebration’ wins the Young Event Horse.

SYDNEY International 3DE

Sydney International saw Stuart and Gemma run round the CIC*** in their prep for Melbourne. A lovely event for the horses, Stuart coming in 3rd and Gemma taking it quietly to come 8th. However the focus was on The Young Event horse for Stuart and Elisabeth Brinton’s ‘Celebration’ known as Charlie.  He is a super horse with loads of potential for the future.

The Event calendar slows up now, so quiet times for a few weeks at TE. Looking forward to a trip to Europe. Again we want to do a shout out to our loyal sponsors : COPRICE feeds, BATES saddles, HORSELAND and CEVA. Plus PROTEQ and ECOMIST. We and our horses love being part of your team. Plus our owners, thank you for all your continued support.  TE