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Last Updated: Sep 23, 2007 - 5:31:13 PMUPDATE TOM QUILTY GOLD CUP, 2007
By Ian Symington WA Quilty 2007 Chairperson
Sep 23, 2007 - 4:35:34 PM
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UPDATE
TOM QUILTY GOLD CUP 2007
28-30th September at Tumbulgum Farm, WA.
The 2007 Tom Quilty Gold Cup will run as scheduled
Participation in this event will be
subject to all rules, regulations and advice from the State Chief Veterinary
Officers and government agencies, with respect to movement of horses,
personnel, and gear and the control of the spread of Equine Influenza.
28-30th September at Tumbulgum Farm, WA.
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The 2007 Tom Quilty Gold Cup will run as scheduled
As of 31st August, there is a general standstill of horse movement within Australia, but several states are now permitting some movement. However, the border into WA is currently closed to all horses (including air transport), and while the situation develops with continuing cases in the eastern states, we anticipate that the border may remain closed for the next month at least. This ban also applies to bringing any horse-related gear that may have been in contact with other horses. Interstate competitors who wish to attend will need to seek advice and permits from the relevant state and national government agencies to allow their travel into WA.
Equine influenza is an extremely contagious disease, and people and gear can be a source of infection. Therefore there are also stringent biosecurity requirements for any people intending to come into the state, and if you are intending to come, you should make sure you comply with all these requirements.
The running of the event will be contingent on the current EI situation remaining or improving. Further infections and spread of the disease may result in further lock-down of all horse movement.
The websites for the WA Department of Agriculture and for Racing and Wagering WA have continued updates and information on biosecurity procedures for entry into WA.
Ian Symington
WA Quilty 2007 Chairperson
For furter information visit WAERA
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