So here’s one for year’s 9 – 12 students that may be interested in a racing, equine nursing or breeding and performance career with horses. On Monday May 27th, there is a free one day event ‘exploring all things equine’ in North East Victoria, Australia.

Educators interested in horses are also invited to come along and find out more regarding careers in the equine industry.

The day commences at the Wangaratta Equine Centre from 8am and concludes at 2.30 at the Benalla Racetrack. Key features of the day include:

• Explore National Centre for Equine Education, GOTAFE Wangaratta Campus and find out about pathways and qualifications in equine, with a focus on the breeding industry
• Visit a local horse training facility and view horses being worked and washed down
• Participate in Benalla Race Day and meet and talk with racing industry professionals in various roles including; thoroughbred trainer, stable foreman, track work riders, race day steward and apprentice jockey
• Chat to young industry professionals about their experiences and journey
• Opportunity following the one day experience to undertake work placement in the equine industry

Those interested are encouraged to contact Kristen Elliot at kristen@gmllen.com.au.  Expressions of interest forms need to be submitted by Monday May 13 and places are limited.

“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire.” – Sharon Ralls Lemon

So I’m a big diamond mesh fan when it comes to fencing.  Obviously fencing is a big deal when it comes to keeping horses contained in an area.  Funds permitting, I’d love a property full of diamond mesh fencing!

However, more important than aesthetics to me is fencing that is durable, safe and visible to the horse.  Diamond Mesh fencing have created another product that is an “economical alternative to a timber top rail”.

This product is Equirope.  Why not check it out on their site?

For any horse owners or carers, it’s always worth knowing about products and facilities that are available to you for your horse’s well being.  On a career side note, perhaps you could consider such a product as an avenue to pursue with regards to horses and work.

There are always products that can be improved or invented to ease horse care and enjoyment for owners.  Perhaps you’ll invent the next horse product that people are dying to buy!

For me, fencing will always be a necessity, but it’s great to see that new products such as Equirope, are being created to lower costs but keep up with horse safety.

Curious about the idea of inventing a product, perhaps you’d like to take a look at Equilume, a product that is being released this year for the horse breeding world.

“He knows when you’re happy
He knows when you’re comfortable
He knows when you’re confident
And he always knows when you have carrots.” – Author Unknown