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APRIL/MAY 2006
Vol 27 No 6

THE POWER OF POSITIONING by Zoe Harrison
Find out which kind of ‘driver’ you are when it comes to keeping a horse on track - one who fails to take responsibility for their own wayward technique or one who not only ‘takes the lead’ but also the blame when lack of straightness is an issue.

HYPERFLEXION OF THE NECK by Uwe Spenlen
The debate over whether extreme neck flexion is harmful to the horse continues to rage throughout the dressage world, with a recent workshop held by the FEI (International Equestrian Federation) having a controversial outcome.

HEADSHAKING SYNDROME by Dr. Jennifer Stewart
As opposed to head tossing behaviour and ‘head nodding’, Headshaking Syndrome can be quite debilitating but new hope from recent research findings is now being offered to owners of horses with this condition.

RUG RIGHT
With rugs on the market to suit every possible need, consider your requirements first to ensure you choose the right rug.

ANKLE ALIGNMENT by Wendy Murdoch
In the third article in this series, international instructor Wendy Murdoch explains a simple, yet effective way of using ankle alignment to make the ‘heels down, toes up’ routine less of a challenge.

THE ART OF LUNGEING - Transitions by Liz Tollarzo
The role of transitions both between and within the paces is explained and strategies are offered for dealing with inactivity at the trot and canter in part six of this series.

PRODUCT NEWS
Keeping readers informed about new or unusual products, and where to find them.

'ROARING' by Tracy Tillman
Commonly known as 'roaring', laryngeal hemiplegia not only sees affected horses 'making funny noises' when breathing, but can also lead to a drop in overall performance.

TWENTIETH CENTURY GYPSY by Nicola Field
Leading a traditional, gypsy-like existence may seem to be an impossible dream in todays modern, fast paced world, yet Catherine Johns is doing just that - her horses being her main form of transport and means of working her land.

BOOK AND CD REVIEW
The latest releases are reviewed in our Book and CD Review.

COLOUR GENETICS - Coats of Many Colours by Freda Nicholls
Breeding for colour requires not only a basic knowledge of genetics but also the willingness to accept that producing exactly what you want is easier said than done!

HORSEFRONT
The latest in news, veterinary advances and horse happenings.

FIRES AND FLOODS by Carol Willcocks
Some may feel that natural disasters are unlikely to affect them, however our first-hand accounts show that it pays to be prepared and to have a plan in place.

EQUINE ICE MAGIC - The Icelandic Horse by Karina Thullesen
A unique breed developed in an isolated environment, the Icelander has great potential to become a sought-after mount outside its country of origin.

GOLDEN YEARS OF AUSTRALIAN HORSE SPORTS
Nominate your choice of the ultimate sporting moment.

STABLE DESIGN - Starting From Scratch by Kylie Melrose
The challenge of establishing a stable complex and training facility ‘from scratch’ has seen this property owner balance finances, time constraints and practicality.

SUBSCRIBE TO WIN
New and existing subscribers are invited to enter the subscriber’s competition to win a WeatherBeeta Orican rug with Freestyle.

FOAL BRAG
Some of the many photographs that we could not fit in the WA Show Scene section, which just shows that everyone loves to 'brag' about their new foals.