Human Horsetrials proves to be a success!
Sunday 16th December 2007

To all those of you who competed in and supported the Human Horsetrials a huge and massive thank you – while money is still being counted it looks like we have managed to raise some well needed funds for our riders trying to get to Beijing.
Despite the most adverse and insane weather conditions it was great to see so many of you out competing – highlights of course include Vince Roche’s spectacular efforts at the Liverpool jump, Brett Delamont’s priest, body surfing through Shane Rose’s legs, Amanda Wood’s deeply disobedient deflating horse, Harry Potter’s magical wipe out at the last. In the Dressage, some of the most memorable were the 6 legged horse’s nose dive into the dirt, the Fasher’s Mad Hatter spanking the naughty bunny routine among so many other accomplished performances.

Fiona Hughes’s commentary of the day was legendary. Not only was her expert eye able to decipher the most high level and advance dressage movements being executed; but her commentary warmed the cockles of many a heart and opened many a wallet, so thank you.

Of course a special mention must go to those parents who so whole heartedly embraced the idea of bribing the judges – in fact many asked could this not become regular feature of Eventing and the fantastic jackets donated by Bates were being bought at 3 times their actual value – (it would have been cheaper to bring one from Equestworld Tony). Thank you to our fantastic judges Trevor, Jacqui & Jo who so readily stooped to being bribed, I’m sure there is an alternative career as a town planner out there waiting for you.

The day would not have been complete without the amazing culinary creations of Lee Hokianga who fed everyone the most delicious Fratelli Fresh food and has left large amounts of it in the fridges here, which has made our Christmas. To Lee and your fantastic crew thank you for a stellar effort and can we have some more meatballs?

Karen & Robbie’s Club Equus tent was a warm and welcome refuge for so many, providing not only shelter from the elements, but a place where parents could be comforted by great food & drink after being well and truly fleeced by their kids – I think they’ll be receiving a few more memberships in the mail. Thank you for your support.

To Amanda Wood and Alana Delamont, thank you for your raffling efforts which were great, not mention the special prize trophies – only to be matched by your performances on the field.

For those of you who would like a photographic record of the day Peter Orr from Main Event Photography was there www.maineventphotography.com.au, It was great to see him snapping out and about, making it feel like a true event, even if he was without Judy, who sadly couldn’t make it. Thanks for your support and the great prizes.

Lastly a huge and resounding thank you to the cast and crew of Wallaby Hill Farm who went to unparalleled lengths to bring this great day about – as always you are unending source of support and help, and you work tirelessly to make this place what it is. It is a pleasure to work with you all – please never leave.

To all of you who have supported us in the past and continue to do so, to those of you who came to Wallaby Hill Farm for the first time and competed in the torrential rain, thank you.

Take a look at a special video moment & photo gallery from the day.