Australian Performance Horse Magazine

James and Tanya O’Ryan are a husband and wife team with a reputation for creative ideas, work attribute, positive attitude and dedication in everything they commit to. They are excited to add the Australian Performance Horse Magazine to the enterprises they currently own and manage. With the couple’s passion for horses the opportunity to own the Australian Performance Horse Magazine seemed a no brainer. A third generation Equestrian and a background across the many English and Western disciplines Tanya understands that horses are more than a hobby, they are a lifetime passion. James has a background in farming as well as producing, training and riding Stock Horses. Together they run Crackenrock Performance Horses. The APH Magazine first hit the newsstands in 1989, and in 2019 we celebrate 30 years of publication. James and Tanya look forward to taking this magazine into the future by continuing to include all performance horse disciplines from show jumping to showing, campdrafting to reining and everything in between. James and Tanya believe that a job worth doing, is worth doing well. In every area of business, they are known for their commitment to delivering products and services they can be proud of. As new owners of the Australian Performance Horse Magazine, their commitment is to provide advertisers, industry representatives and readers with a quality publication worthy of our many performance horse disciplines.

From the Editors

Australian Performance Horse Magazine

THE QUOTES THAT INSPIRE ME • If you have ever been to one of my clinics, you will know that I love a great quote or words that inspire. There are a few quotes and sayings that have made me the horseperson that I am, so I thought I would share some of them and what they mean to me.

Izabella Dunne - Part 1 ‘Horses, Hell & a lot of Sass!’ • Izabella Dunne can’t remember a time when she didn’t love horses. As a young girl, Bella’s thoughts and dreams of a bright future in the showring were pure bliss. Little did she know that by 2019, her plans would be interrupted, her love for horses a mental weapon against a cruel attack from within.

FLASHLIGHT ON PAINT HORSES • Various Paint Horse owners in Australia have been registering Paints for over 40 years! The colourful breed enjoys a growing popularity, across many disciplines! Here are some personal views from owners and competitors, on why they think Paint horses rock!

A record breaking Nutrien Classic wraps up for 2021

High Country EXCA Cowboy Classic

High Country EXCA Prison Break Race

Quentin Stapleton • Quentin Stapleton - QRS Equine Services is a custom Saddle Maker and Performance Horse Trainer from Oberon, Central West Tablelands, NSW. He has spent his life in the equine and livestock industry. Growing up his chosen sport was Campdrafting, then he progressed to Cutting/Cow horses to improve his horsemanship, he has lived in the USA on three separate occasions and in his spare time handcrafts saddles and tack.

Beechwood Dressage Horses Elizabeth and Tori Welch • Mother and Daughter Libby and Tori Welch run a very successful dressage barn in Qld. They compete on the National Stage and produce horses of the highest caliber as well as coaching many talented students.

PUTTING TOGETHER THAT ESSENTIAL EQUINE FIRST AID KIT • An Equine First Aid Kit allows you to safely treat minor health issues or injuries at home. More serious issues can require immediate Veterinary attention. But should an emergency arise and you’re waiting for a Vet, a comprehensive Kit and some knowledge may help to save the life of a horse.

J.K. (Jock) Mackay Cangon Stud Farm History of the Mackay’s

Catching up with Overton Showjumping • Sam and Carly Overton live in beautiful sunny Qld with their daughters Hannah and Grace.

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