HERE - Equestrian Queensland

Resume / Profile of Candidates
Elections – 2013
Dressage Elections – 4 candidates
candidates listed alphabetically
Liz Coe
Judging History
National ‘A’ level Dressage Judge / National Para Equestrian Judge
Judge Educator & Mentor
28 years experience as a dressage judge.
Judging at: -
-local club days, ODE (* &**), regional ** championships
- State Champs in QLD/NSW/VIC & WA
- National Championships
- CDIs in QLD & VIC
- Internationally (New Zealand) – most recently 2012 North Island + South Island
Championships
Successfully mentored a beginner judges in obtaining their desired goals
Present at EA & Pony Club Education Seminars around the state
Riding History
Have successfully trained and competed horses from breaking in to FEI Intermediate I in
both official and unofficial dressage competitions for over 30 years before retiring from
competitive riding.
Owned and trained “Aragon Park Idle Gossip” from breaking in to FEI Intermediate I
competing her through the ranks to wins and placings at both State and National
competitions
QLD State Dressage Squad Member on “Aragon Park Idle Gossip” for 1995+1996
“Aragon Park Idle Gossip” went on to be the winner of the Benalbyn Lodge
Medium/Advanced Horse of the Year in Queensland 1996
Administrative /Official non-judging
Founding member of Townsville Dressage Club
Dressage committee member RASDEG for 8 years – Vice President for 3 years:-
Organization of all aspects of dressage competitions – hands on as gear
check/draw/judging every year a member
Member of organising committee for Brisbane Dressage Spectacular CDI 2001/2002 -
responsible for all ticket/ T-shirt ordering and sales for event
Member of DQ Judges Sub committee
Chair of QLD Selectors Panel
Nurse Educator – in Q Health
Skills
I feel I have demonstrated the required skills of tact, respect and a sense of fairness
throughout my judging career, and demonstrate accountability by backing up my scores
with reasonable and appropriate reasons.
I have demonstrated the ability to deal with difficult issues or emotionally charged
situations effectively to achieve a positive outcome in my role as Chair of Selectors, in
relation to squad members and support teams on the phone and in person.
I am approachable, organized, efficient, an innovator and team player in my role as Nurse
Educator
believe in transparency and accountability in all my dealings in my personal and
professional life
Vicki Gowland
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Resume / Profile of Candidates
Elections – 2013
Dressage Elections – 4 candidates
candidates listed alphabetically
Gary Lung
I have been involved in the equestrian industry for over 20 years throughout Australia, New
Zealand and Papua New Guinea.
As a young rider, I was involved in Pony Club, Show Horse, Dressage, Steeple chase racing, Show
Jumping, Racing, Eventing, Polocrosse and Polo.
As an adult, I have found my passion in Dressage. I am an EFA NCAS coach teaching locally and
throughout north Queensland. I also compete at all the major dressage competitions throughout
Australia.
I work in the corporate industry as a Learning and Development Manager where I have developed
skills in strategic planning, project and risk management and operational management.
I have been on the Festival of Dressage committee from when it first started back in 2007 up to
2010 and then on the Dressage Qld Sub Committee from 2010 up to 2013. I have seen first hand
how, a clear vision, well planned process and a hard working and well managed team can assist in
lifting the profile of Dressage.
My goals are to assist in further developing, actively promoting and maintaining the Dressage
discipline in Queensland. I feel confidently that my experiences and skills from the corporate
industry and committee work I can contribute to this goal. What a better way to be part of this
growing sport by being on the Dressage Committee.
Helena Sonntag
Over the last 12 months as Treasurer and a member of the Dressage Queensland committee I
have
Maintained books for the committee
• Treasurer for Brisbane CDI 2012
• Treasurer for Queensland State Dressage Championship 2012
• Catering Manager Queensland state Dressage Championship 2012
• Logistic for judges and VIPS for State Dressage Championship 2012
• Logistics for judges and VIPS for Brisbane CDI 2012 and Qld FOD 2012
• Written manuals and procedures for administration functions for the DQ Committee and Sub
Committees
As a member of my local club I have been
• Member of jump club sub-committee of SEG since 2010 (catering coordinating for 2 star
events)
• Active member of Samford Equestrian Group
On a professional level I have
• Experience in racing industry (in Europe)
• Administration and Finance Manager of Sassafras Fine Food since 2000 to current
• Self employed
• Battaglini Pty Ltd Finance Manager, accts and payroll 1996 to 1999. Designed and
manufactured hotel uniforms worldwide. Brisbane
• ABB Payroll Officer Brisbane 1999 - 2000
• Fluent in English, Swedish, German, some Italian

Resume / Profile of Candidates
Elections – 2013
Show Horse Elections – 5 candidates
candidates listed alphabetically
Janine Dwyer
I have been an equine veterinarian for 20 years this year, practising primarily between Brisbane
and the Gold Coast, including surrounding areas. I am interested in all aspects of the horse
industry including Show Horse. My contribution to the Show Horse Council would be as a
veterinarian, providing advice regarding welfare of the horse, advice regarding preventative
medicine and biosecurity and education of competitors and connections.
I have been an FEI veterinarian for approximately 15 years to preside over the welfare of horses
at endurance, eventing, show jumping and dressage competitions. I worked for the Hong Kong
Jockey Club in 2008 at the Beijing Paralympics as a treating veterinarian and was appointed the
Australian Dressage and Para Equestrian Veterinarian between 2009 and 2012, attending WEG
2010 and London Olympics 2012. I am familiar with competition atmosphere and organisational
challenges and have assisted at many events over a variety of equestrian pursuits in different
roles, as an organiser, a treating vet and as a medication control veterinarian.
I am passionate about horses and have always tried to impart knowledge as I have furthered my
education during my career. I run a two vet equine ambulatory veterinary practice from the
Redlands/Logan area, treating mainly performance, pleasure and pet horses. I own five horses of
different breeds and ages and breed the occasional foal.
I enjoy watching showing and hacking, particularly at the Royal show level and would like to make
a contribution to the industry.
Alexia Fraser
My Name is Alexia Fraser and I have been involved in showing horses both led and ridden in QLD
for many years. I have enjoyed success at both state and National Level with horses such as
Mirinda Celebration, Last Tango, Private Benjamin, Willowcroft Coco Chanel and Willowcroft Miss
Saigon. I also run a small boutique stud Lyndhurst Riding Ponies on QLD’s darling downs where I
focus on breeding quality Ponies, Hacks & Galloways. I would like to offer my knowledge and
experience to EA Show horse committee. In conjunction with other committee members I’d like
to work together to promote showing and encourage the involvement of the younger generation.
Julie Mitchell
Both my parents were successful and well known around the show circuit in Victoria in the 50’s . I
in turn have been riding and competing since I was 18 months old.
Over the years I have bred, raced and syndicated thoroughbreds and bred and shown many
pony’s and galloways . I have competed successfully at Agricultural Shows Royal Show shows and
HOTY’s.
I was also one of the first registered lady jockey’s to ride in races with the VRC.
Residing now in Brisbane, I compete with several horses and successfully compete in both shows
and dressage but predominantly shows.
I am currently on the judges list and have judged at many shows including The Royal Melbourne
show. Hopefully I can bring new ideas to the table and look forward to the challenges of being
involved with the Show horse committee.
Natalie Parnell
Some of my achievements include:
2009 Competing nationals in large hack
Lismore – champ small hunter pony, R/U small show pony and r/u lead rein pony.
SHCQ Rising Star – Champ small pony
2010 Competed Grand Nationals – hunter pony, small show pony and lead rein (Top 10 in all)
Maryborough – champ owner rider large hack
SHCQ HOTY – R/u small hunter pony
2011 Grand Nationals small hunter pony top 10
2012 Lara 1 st rider 6 & U8 SHCQ HOTY
I have been riding and showing since the age of 3 competing in hack and breed classes.
Now that my daughter Lara is riding I have taken a step back to assist her and her ponies as much
as possible.

Resume / Profile of Candidates
Elections – 2013
Show Horse Elections – 5 candidates
Candidates listed alphabetically
Cindy Ross
I have been involved with horses for around 45 years and showing for around 30 years. I was
a member of the SHCQ Committee in its early years. I run Banbury Park Stud, a small Riding
Pony and Show Horse stud, north of the Sunshine Coast, with my husband Stuart. I also work
in the family business, D G Westerner, manufacturing jodhpurs. I am a Riding Pony, Show
Horse Council and EA show judge. I pride myself in my honesty and reliability in all aspects of
my life. I am enthusiastic and committed to running competitor friendly shows that welcome
all competitors, the young and not so young, the experienced and less experienced.
In 2012 I was a co-opted member of the EQ Show Horse Committee. During the year I was a
regular attendee at committee meetings and assisted with the operation of all EQ shows. I
now seek election as a Committee member.
Emily Kleier
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Vaulting Elections – 5 candidates
Candidates listed alphabetically
Brett Peatey
My name is Brett Peatey and I am a nominee for the Equestrian Queensland committee.
I have been involved on several committees since 1995, and would like to share my
experience.
I would like to show that I have the success, ability and experience to be nominated for a
position on the Equestrian Queensland committee.
I currently own and operate A1 Shopfitters & A1 Kitchens for the last 20 years, and in 2010
until 2012 have been the Chair for the Eastern Rd Plaza Body Corporation.
I have also opened, owned and operated other business like my Network video Greenbank
store that I had for 3yrs then sold.
In 1995-1997 Greenbank fishing club Treasurer.
In 2002 I joined the Greenbank Soccer club as a parent helper which by the start of the
season I ended up being the coach of 32 under 5 children and completed my level 2 coaching
certificate and continued to coach till 2008, Over the years I held several positions for the
club as follows.
2003 Registrar
2004-2008 President in this time I was able to bring the club from 65 members to 147
members and a new club house, 4 new shade shelters and all new equipment for the players
and coaches which was funded by memberships and also Weekend canteens and
sponsorships when I resigned .I was also able to turn the club from a negative bank balance
to a very nice positive balance and also happy families and all coaches and helpers with child
safety blue cards.
2008 Treasurer
2003-2007 I was a committee member for the Greenbank sports and recreational club
I then moved on when my family became involved in Equestrian Vaulting in 2007. I became
treasurer of Kingfisher Vaulters in 2008 til 2011, and then was elected to President in 2012
and still currently hold this position.

Resume / Profile of Candidates
Elections – 2013
Vaulting Elections – 5 candidates
Candidates listed alphabetically
Brett Peatey continued
In 2009 I was elected on the Equestrian Queensland committee as the Treasurer (Financial
Advisor). I still hold this position and have found it challenging and rewarding and again been able
to turn the committee’s financials around to a very positive balance and also plenty of equipment
to help new clubs start, so as grow Equestrian Vaulting Sports. I have also held the position of Chair
from 2010 til 2012. Which at this time I also did the Job of Secretary
I was also the recipient of the Equestrian volunteer of the year award in 2010.
I also believe in all committees being up to scratch with rules, guidelines and regulations for the
benefit of all their members and helpers. I am passionate about the sport and can see that my
experience would be a valuable asset to any committee.
Melissa Stone
I have been a member of the Vaulting Committee for the past 12 months and have found it to be a
great way to contribute to the running and success of our sport in Queensland.
During the past 12 months I have assisted with the organisation of the QLD State Vaulting
Championships and various other events run by the committee.
I bring to the committee enthusiasm, and a vaulters persective as I am also a competitor. I also
think it is important to have a wide representative from the different clubs in Queensland on the
committee.
I look forward to assisting the Queensland Vaulting Committee in 2013 and bringing forward new
ideas and helping the sport grow in Queensland.
David Waller
My name is David Waller I am 20 years old. I am currently a level one vaulting coach and an official
lunger. I am also on the Queensland vaulting committee.
As a member of the Queensland committee I helped run a very successful Queensland states
championships in 2012.
I have been involved in vaulting for 6 years and I am a member of the Fassifern vaulting team. At
Fassifern I am involved in a canter team, A individual and coaching beginner vaulters.
I currently hold the Australian male champion position and a member of the Australian Champion
team. I have been a member of the Vaulting high performance Squad for 2012 as an individual and
2013 as an individual and team.
Mike Winwood
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