National Board Updates

8 September 2021

EA Forms New Health and Safety Committee

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27 May 2021

EA Board to Establish a National Health and Safety Committee

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9 June 2020

Equestrian Australia in Voluntary Administration

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1 June 2020

Board Statement - Meeting with the National Discipline and Coaching Committees

The four directors of the Board of Equestrian Australia and the chairs and members of the National Discipline and Coaching Committees held a constructive meeting last week to discuss a broad range of issues relating to the future operation of the sport.

The ongoing instability of the Board and EA as a whole was discussed, and the commitment and contribution made by each and every individual who has stood on the EA Board and its committee was recognised and valued, regardless of choices made and outcomes.

The financial impact of COVID-19 on the sport was acknowledged as were the complexities of managing the sport and the inefficiencies of the current way the sport functions.

The meeting agreed to work together to improve the operations, structure and culture of the organisation and to engage in on ongoing debate of ideas around the four strategic themes:

  • A national approach to safety, risk and welfare.

  • The development of coherent pathways for all participants from entry through to international high-performance a core role of the discipline committees.

  • Operational effectiveness and efficiency.

  • Restructure of the sport and its governance to allow it to operate as a cohesive national entity delivering value to the membership.

14 May 2020

Board Communique - Board Charter
The Equestrian Australia Board has endorsed a Charter that sets out the roles, responsibilities, structures and processes to manage its affairs and enable the Board and the Directors to discharge their responsibilities to EA and each other.
The purpose of the Charter is to:

  • formalise procedures to help ensure that EA and the Board acts in a transparent and dutiful manner in both its internal and external dealings
  • ensure that appropriate checks and balances are in place to monitor the operations of the EA Board, Board members and those charged with the management of EA
  • provide a transparent standard for stakeholders to evaluate the performance of EA’s corporate governance.

The Charter does not seek to repeat, but amplify, the Constitution. Where a conflict exists between the Charter and the Constitution, the Constitution takes precedence.
The Charter is available here: 

EA Board Charter

11 May 2020

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of two of its members, Chair Ricky MacMillan and Gillian Canapini.

4th April 2020

EA Board Communique - March/April 2020

The EA Board met via teleconference on 25 and 26 March and 1 April 2020.

Of utmost concern is the safety and welfare of our members and communities and the health and economic impact of COVID-19.

EA and State Branches will continue to liaise with government authorities, AOC, FEI and Sport Australia, and will provide updated information and advice about the implications to our members and our sport as it comes to hand. We appreciate that information changes quickly and varies from state to state and we encourage members to check with their State Branches and state health authorities for specific local information.

The EA Board acknowledges the right of all members to express their views and concerns. EA and the State Branches all take complaints seriously and seek to learn from members’ feedback about how we can continuously improve our service. We acknowledge that any competitive environment will produce differences of opinion and conflict, however, we expect all members to demonstrate respect for others and adherence to the Code of Conduct.

To ensure that matters of serious concern are addressed consistently, EA has decided to establish a working party to advise the Board about a uniform dispute resolution process. We are mindful of the need to strike a balance between using our members’ resources wisely and ensuring there is a clear and consistent process for lodging valid complaints. We will keep you informed as this project progresses.

The Board is continuing to work on improving communication and engagement with our stakeholders. We are committed to working closely with the State and Territory Branches to improve the quality and consistency of services we provide to our members. We have established regular contact with the Branches at both Board and CEO level to share information and improve understanding, so we are able to collectively provide a better service to you our members. We have also begun to meet regularly with the Chairs of our National Discipline Committees and the Coaching Committee.

The EA Board remains committed to continuous improvement and service to our members.

Ricky MacMillan, Chair

On behalf of the EA Board

5 February 2020

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members David Cameron.

16 January 2020

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of two directors to the national sporting body’s Board. Gillian Canapini LLB former EA Director and Cathi Collier FAICD former EQ Director and Vice Chair have been appointed by the Board to fill casual vacancies, effective immediately. Equestrian Australia would like to congratulate the new directors on their appointment and look forward to working with them to further equestrian sport in Australia.

9 November 2019

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members Suzanne Doyle.

7 November 2019

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce that at the Annual General Meeting Ricky MacMillan, who has been a member of the EA Board since April 2019, has been appointed Chair. During the AGM, Equestrian Australia also accepted the resignation of Chair Alistair MacKinlay.

23 September 2019

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members Gillian Canapini.

01 April 2019

2019 Equestrian Australia Board Announcement

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of three directors to the national sporting body’s Board. Helen Hamilton-James, John Glenn and Ricky MacMillan are appointed to the Equestrian Australia (EA) board effective immediately. Equestrian Australia would like to congratulate the new directors on their appointment and look forward to working with them to further equestrian sport in Australia.

23 February 2019

2019 Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members Colin Chantler.

22 February 2019

2019 Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of two of its members, Chair Judy Fasher and David Lindh.

1 February 2019

2019 Equestrian Australia Board Announcement

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce that David Cameron has accepted the role of Athlete Appointed Director. Equestrian Australia would like to congratulate David on his appointment and looks forward to working with him to further equestrian sport in Australia.

22 November 2018

2018 Equestrian Australia AGM and Board Announcement

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce that three new Elected Directors have been elected to the EA National Board. The successful candidates are Alistair MacKinlay, Gillian Canapini and Peter Toft. Equestrian Australia would like to congratulate the new directors on their appointment and look forward to working with them to further equestrian sport in Australia.

22 November 2018

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members Catherine Friday.

8 August 2018

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members Mark Arthur.

6 June 2018

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

The Board of Equestrian Australia has accepted the resignation of one of its members Daniel Stoneman.

3 November 2017

2017 Equestrian Australia AGM and Board Announcement

14 September 2017

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement 

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce the National Board will be bolstered with the arrival of two new professional members. Catherine Friday fills the casual vacancy following the departure of Chris Styring, with Colin Chantler filling the casual vacancy following the departure of Leigh Clifford.

7 September 2017

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement

It is with regret that the EA Board has accepted the resignation of Chris Styring from the EA Board.

21 July 2017

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement

It is with regret that the EA Board has accepted the resignation of Leigh Clifford from the EA Board.

11 October 2016 

2016 Equestrian Australia AGM and Board Announcement 

17 March 2016 

Report from the EA Chair March 2016

18 December 2015 

Report from the EA Chair December 2015

7 June 2015 

Equestrian Australia Board Announcement

At a special meeting convened by the Equestrian Australia Board on 6 June 2015 in Melbourne, the Board filled a casual vacancy position by State Branches nomination, former NSW President Judy Fasher.  

1 May 2015

National Board Update

Equestrian Australia (EA) wishes to announce that Ms Melissa Cannon has resigned from the EA board due to ongoing work commitments.

17 April 2015

Mark Arthur Appointed EA Athlete Director

Equestrian Australia today announced the Athlete Director vacancy on the national board has been filled by Mr Mark Arthur of New South Wales. 

26 February 2015

EA Statement - Hendra, Next Steps

Equestrian Australia (EA) has resolved to postpone all decisions on any Hendra Vaccination and Biosecurity policy until 1 January 2016 or thereafter and will take a consultative approach with the wider membership to review the findings and recommendations of the EA Hendra Advisory Panel (which is currently completing its assessment).

23 February 2015 

Equestrian Australia Casual Board Vacancy 

The casual vacancy on the Equestrian Australia (EA) national board is to be filled by Mr Mark Hopkinson of Victoria.

2 February 2015

Hendra By-Law Revoked

Equestrian Australia (EA) has today revoked the EA Hendra Vaccination By-Law effective immediately. The panel (commissioned by the EA Board) will remain in place to complete a full assessment on the risk that the Hendra virus creates for EA events nationally

19 December 2014

EA Board Vacancy

Equestrian Australia is seeking a board member that will serve a term until October 2015.

8 October 2014

EA National Board announcement

Following on from the recent Board elections, Equestrian Australia (EA) national board members Des Hughes (QLD) and Gillian Rolton (SA) have been voted back onto the Board for a three year term.

3 September 2014

Equestrian Australia Releases Hendra Vaccination By-Law

The proposed implementation date of the EA Hendra Vaccination By Law has been postponed.

14 April 2014

Governance Review Submissions Period Extended

Members and sport stakeholders are encouraged to have their say on the governance arrangements of equestrian sport in Australia as part of Equestrian Australia's governance review which was launched in February.

17 March 2014

Review Panel - Position Available

Accredited coaches are invited to apply for a position on the Coaching Review Panel.

14 February 2014

Equestrian Australia Announces Governance Review

Former Chairman of Equestrian Australia (EA) Paul Biancardi will be at the helm of the organisation's first governance review since 2003.

29 October 2013

EA Chairman reappointed for second year

Equestrian Australia (EA) Chairman Dr Warwick Vale has secured a second year in the position with Directors reappointing him Chairman at the first Board meeting following the 2013 AGM.

26 October 2013

EA Chairman announced the reappointment of EA CEO through to Rio

Equestrian Australia Chairman Dr Warwick Vale announced at the EA AGM that current CEO Grant Baldock has been reappointed through to 2016.

17 October 2013

EA Board remains unchanged

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce that incumbent EA Board members Wendy Hunt and Melissa Cannon have been voted back on to the Board for a further three year term as a result of the recent Board elections.

9 October 2013

Equestrian Australia today confirmed Nigel Thompson as Eventing Selector

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce that former event rider Nigel Thompson will join the Eventing Selection Panel for the Australian Equestrian Team.

12 September 2013

Future of Australian Dressage to be reviewed

The Equestrian Australia Board together with the Australian Dressage Committee (ADC) will review dressage sport in Australia in order to align the goals and vision for the future.

2 August 2013

National Coaching Accreditation Scheme Review

A review of Equestrian Australia's National Coaching Accreditation Scheme is to be conducted at the request of the EA National Board.

25 June 2013

Mark Arthur appointed to EA Board

Equestrian Australia today announced the casual vacancy on the national board has been filled by Mark Arthur of New South Wales.

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