20 Year Anniversary Opening of the BNT Ride - Nov 1-3, Victoria

Date Posted: 1/09/2008

Alexandra & District Horseman's Assoc invite you to celebrate the 20 year anniversary opening of the Bicentennial National Trail, Nov 1-3, 2008.  The BNT is the longest marked, non-motorised, multi-use trail in the world.  Come and ride the trail that RM Williams officially opened on November 1, 1988, share a little of the adventure and enjoy riding a trail through history.  Ride starts at Donnelly's Weir near Healesville and will finish at Gallipoli Park in Marysville.  Riders must be an ATHRA member.  For more info on this ride click here or contact jkashch1@bigpond.com. 

NSW Accreditation - Bredbo

Date Posted: 26/08/2008

What a successful weekend the Ourimbah Accreditation weekend was!  If you would like to attend the Bredbo session on 18/19 October which is being hosted by the Tinderry Club, please contact Gail Ferris for more information.  Don't be daunted by the process - its a means to make your club rides safe and enjoyable for all riders.

ATHRA Qld Annual September Camp

Date Posted: 25/08/2008

This year's ATHRA Qld September Camp is being held at 'Jabiru' on the Sunshine Coast, west of Noosa from 20 to 28 September 2008.  This is a fully catered event and is already proving to be very popular with participant numbers increasing daily.  Ensure you don't miss out as applications and payment must be received no later than 5 September 2008.

Download your entry form via the Qld documents section and forward payment to ATHRA Qld.  A summary of the planned events is also located in the documents section.

Participants will  have the opportunity to set up their float/tents for a whole 9 days (or part there of) and get lots of opportunities to rest and relax as well as experience riding the wonderful Noosa Network Trails.

NSW State Camp - October long weekend

Date Posted: 22/08/2008

October 3-6th will see the ATHRA NSW State camp descend on the quite town of Wyndham on the south coast of NSW.  Congratulations to the Wyndham club for a wonderful camp submission that promises a great weekend for all.  Our Victorian members are also invited!  Some highlights will include fully catered meals, stunning riding country, great local band on Saturday night (I do believe we will even get to enjoy the musical talents of some of the Wyndham riders!) and a chance to explore the horse friendly town of Wyndham where there is even a tie up rail outside the pub.  See the NSW page for more info.

2008 Code of Conduct

Date Posted: 17/08/2008

The 2008 Code of Conduct has now been updated.  Changes made will be sent to all clubs.  If you have any queries whatsoever on the updated Code,  please do not hesitate to contact your State Representative.

NSW DPI - New Guidelines as of 1 July 2008

Date Posted: 3/07/2008

As you may have heard the DPI no longer requires a Travelling Horse Statement for the movement of horses around NSW.  From 1 July 2008, new guidelines for the holding of any horse events in NSW and new procedures must be followed by Horse Event organisers.  New guidelines and the new ride procedures that ATHRA NSW clubs will be required to follow to fulfill the requirements of the NSW DPI are located on the NSW documents section. Please remember that these requirements are being put in place by the NSW Department of Primary Industries on ALL Horse Event organisers.  If you need any assistance to put the new procedures in place or have any enquiries or suggestions about the new procedures, please do not hesitate to contact any member of the NSW executive team

Insurance discounts to ATHRA members!

Date Posted: 23/01/2008

Affinity Insurance Brokers, in conjunction with ATHRA, are pleased to announce an exclusive offering available specifically for club members.  Affinity offers a range of general insurance products and as a result of the association between ATHRA and Affinity, ATHRA Club members will receive a discount on all their Affinity insurance policies.  Click here for more information.

Special Events/Charity Rides

Date Posted: 23/08/2007

If your ride calendar includes a Special Event or Charity Ride, please visit the Special Event/Charity Ride content page for instructions and application form.  Please ensure your completed application and supporting documentation is forwarded 6 weeks prior to ensure time is allowed to process your application.  Processing includes reviewing your risk assessment plan.  Your accreditated Trail Boss/Ride Coordinator also need to be listed.

Logging in to Update your Club's Info but Can't?

Date Posted: 26/02/2007

You are probably trying to do it via the athra.com.au website.  TO UPDATE YOUR CLUB INFO GO TO http://athra.com.au/admin !  If you don't know your Club's login details, please check with your Branch Secretary or Debby Avis.   Its best to have one Club Member organised to do your updates.  Be sure to include your Ride Calendar! 

Need Help with your Club's Bookkeeping?

Date Posted: 22/09/2006

Visit the Information and Forms page for Gloria Bourke's (NSW and National Treasurer) Club Excel spreadsheet.  Its simple, just click on the link and save as your own spreadsheet!  Edit the fields to suit your Club's needs!  Thanks Gloria!