Foreword
Welcome to the celebration of yet another milestone in the history of the development of our Australian Stock Horse Society , namely our 40th Year of existence as an entity .
Vision
The Australian Stock Horse Society wants the Australian Stock Horse to have the highest profile of any breed of horse in Australia with worldwide recognition .
Aims
To preserve the heritage and identity of the Australian Stock Horse .
To promote the development and popularity of Australian Stock Horses throughout Australia and the world .
To maximise the benefits of owning a Registered Australian Stock Horse and being a Member of The Australian Stock Horse Society .
Mission
To maintain the heritage and to promote the bloodlines and high performance of the Australian Stock Horse among equestrian activities and the general public .
As we look back we acknowledge the great foresight and dedication of the foundation members that were moved to set up our organisation to record and recognise our wonderful Australian Stock Horse , a breed that has stood the test of time and continues to do so into the future .
As we contemplate the past 40 years , we should feel extremely proud of the enormous number of past and present Society official staff and volunteers that have committed much to the formation and success of this organisation .
As testament to these hard working people , I am sure that each one of us would have memories of a person or persons in our areas , that has and in some cases continues to serve the organisation for incredible periods of time .
To you , our loyal and dedicated Australian Stock Horse Society Members , we say a very special thank you . You are indeed the backbone of the Australian Stock Horse Society . Over the past 40 years it would be fair to say that the Society ’ s financial position has fluctuated , however based on the latest financial figures , the Society is in a strong financial position , virtually debt free , and holding considerable reserves for an organisation of our size and type .
Many thanks must go to the many people that have contributed to this result . The Society continues to arrange and facilitate world class events for its Members . In recent times we have witnessed the 40th Anniversary World Championship Show held in Tamworth , numerous national shows and youth shows , as well as judging and coaching clinics . All of these events were run or facilitated by Head Office , a Management Council or Branch , or a combination of all of the above .
Currently the Board is developing ways of recognising heritage breeding in the Australian Stock Horse Stud Book . This development is proving a very interesting project , and I believe can contribute to the original goals set out by the founding fathers of the Australian Stock Horse Society .
In conclusion , I am proud to report that the Australian Stock Horse Society is in good shape , and well positioned to move forward into the future with unparalleled confidence . The major key to the Society ’ s ongoing success is in the enthusiasm and commitment of Members . So to all Members I say , let ’ s roll up our sleeves , as the success of the next chapter of this organisation is in our hands .
John Green , Chairman of the Board , 2010 / 2011
Australian Stock Horse Society 1971 - 2011 3