Gloucester Branch ASHS Welcome to our January Newsletter for 2014 http://www.gloucesterbranchashs.com.au Next Meeting: Thursday 30th January 2014, Heritage Centre Gloucester ASHS Heritage Centre Gloucester Showground Membership Fees: Adult $5 and Junior $2 Another great Christmas lunch was held at Robert’s. It is good to see so many people come out and support the Branch, all having a good time. Great weather, great food and excellent company. There are a few shows and draft starting up, remember you must be a financial member of ASHS and a branch member to enter points for the year so make sure your membership form is filled in and sent to Tina Robinson. Point scores for 2013 have to be in by the end of this month so trophies can be organized for our Presentation Night. ASHLA point scores need to be in by the end of this month to Karen Heap kazben1@hotmail.com or Marie Gregory. Presentation Night and Dutch auction- Saturday 15th February 6.30pm Barrington Hall. - pre paid tickets. Last year was a lot of fun, so don’t miss out, bring family and friends. Adults: $ 27.00
Children under 10 years: $ 10.00 Children 10 & under 16 years: $ 17.00 Meat on spit & salads & desserts. Dutch auction to be held on the night, so please bring something to auction off (all proceeds go back into the branch) the more things to auction off the more fun...... PHONE with numbers by Monday 3rd Feb post cheque to 124 Jacks Road, Gloucester 2422. Secretary: Tina Robinson 02 65581866 OR
Treasurer: Melissa Williams 0414497310 Our next meeting- Thursday Jan 30th (this has been brought forward from February 6th as too many members will be in Tamworth for the Landmark sale) We will be discussing the year’s program, dates & the Futurity. All welcome. Gloucester Branch Flag Day – Bruce Moxey We had a fantastic day with Bruce Moxey in early December. He is very passionate about these Musical rides and this was passed on to the 8 riders who attended the day. Both he and Teresa learnt their skills at the opening Ceremony of the 2000 Olympics. The branch will be purchasing flags and poles to start up a group so if you are interested in joining a group of riders practicing the musical Flag ride contact Tina Robison on 6558 1866. For Sale! Let us know if you have anything to sell Check out our web site (www.gloucesterbranchashs.com.au) Mid Week rides Wednesday 5.30 at the showground. These are for you to do your our thing, practice what you want, but there will always be someone there to help with problems. You must ring Jason on 0488538390 by the Tuesday before, if there is not enough attending the afternoon ride will be cancelled. Upcoming Events 30th January -Gloucester Branch ASHS General Meeting Heritage Centre 15th Feb – Presentation Night & Dutch Auction The Gloucester Branch welcomes all members and visitors to our monthly meeting please feel free to come along. Full financial branch member receive the minutes and the agenda to our meetings; if you wish to receive these you must fill out a membership form and pay your $5 membership fee. If you are not receiving the minutes please contact Tina 6558 1866 Please Note: In the interest of safety Approved Helmets must be worn at all Branch Practice Days. If you have anything horse related results/for sale/ wanted please forward me the information and I can place it in the newsletter for you. President: Robert Watchirs (02) 6558 7594 Courtney Robertson: cr4897@hotmail.com Secretary: Tina Robinson (02) 6558 1866