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Dressage Victoria Chairman Reports -
Saddleworld 2015 Dressage Festival a resounding success!

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Everybody who is part of Dressage in Victoria should be proud of the celebration of our sport that took place at WPNEC from the 10th - 13th December 2015.

There was a lovely relaxed atmosphere throughout the entire show. Numerous riders stopped to tell me how well it all went. The crew of international and interstate judges had a great time. They thought that this year's Saddleworld Dressage Festival was the friendliest they had attended.

 
Dressage Festival Decor
 

As Chairman of DV, I am grateful to SDF Director Marli Plant for so professionally taking on such a huge challenge. Marli worked seamlessly with our experienced EMG crew. She had great support from her "besties" Heidi and Sharyn who ran the volunteers office with a permanent smile. All riders owe a huge debt to John Nevett who for the third year, has groomed the arenas nonstop for 5 days.

Iole (EV's Dressage co-ordinator) and Deb McNicol were a great support to Marli in the lead up and during the heat of competition.

We all wish to thank the dozens of judges, pencillers, stewards, gear checkers, sheet runners and our valued sponsors.

Saddleworld have been the event sponsors for this event for many years. They supplied all the place getters with generous prizes.

Ellanbrae Park were the enthusiastic sponsors of the Grand Prix classes, Pryde's Easifeed supported the small tour and Marcus Oldham supported the Aachen Challenge.

Thanks to all the Victorian Dressage clubs who supported the event.

A crowd approaching 800 enjoyed the Pacific League final on Saturday night.

 
Mary Hanna and Umbro
Mary Hanna and Umbro
 

Congratulations to Mary Hanna for not only winning this year but for her remarkable capacity to return successfully each year. I was very pleased with the attendance at the Rider's Meeting. Some important topics were aired in a constructive atmosphere.

The Macclesfield Adult Riding Club were a great addition to the event. The HRCAV riders had a successful day on Sunday with plenty of smiling faces at the podium.

Congratulations to all the Champions and we look forward to seeing you all again next year.

Season's greetings,
Michael Bragge