EDUCATION
Invitation to Attend
Arabian Horse Judges Education & Training Seminar
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The Australasian Arabian Breeders Coalition (AABC) is once again privileged to offer an Arabian Judges Education Opportunity.
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AABC Arabian Judges Seminar
When: 26th-28th June 2026
Where: Westacres | Yarragon, VIC
Cost: $75* (if you already have the ECAHO Judges Manual) | $100 (includes ECAHO Judges Manual)
Participation Fee includes lunch on Saturday & Sunday + morning & afternoon teas both days, as well as the Saturday evening BBQ Open to all Arabian judges and those aspiring to be judges!
Over the course of two full days, attendees will receive classroom instruction as well as the practical assessment of Arabian horses using the international scorecard.
Friday 26th June | Welcome Dinner in Warragul – Open to everyone keen for a social night out!
Saturday 27th June | Classroom Instruction & Video Horse Assessment + BBQ Dinner
Sunday 28th June | Live Horse Assessment using the International Arabian Scorecard with Q&A
Participation is limited so we encourage you to sign up early to avoid disappointment! Open to all Arabian judges, and aspiring Arabian judges. We look forward to an enjoyable and rewarding weekend of education, exchange, connection and camaraderie as we celebrate the best of the breed and our community together!
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SEMINAR DETAILS
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Seminar Fee Inclusions
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Lunch | Saturday & Sunday
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Morning & Afternoon Teas | Saturday & Sunday
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Evening BBQ & Social Gathering | Saturday Evening
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Education & Training Materials
Exclusions
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Welcome Dinner | Friday Evening
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Flights, Transportation & Accommodation (please see below)
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Recommended Accommodation​
For the budget conscious
Yarragon Motel – Yarragon Motel,
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3 minute drive to Westacres
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Breakfast Available or walk to cafe's in Yarragon
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Basic Country Motel​
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For those wanting a bit more
Mercure Warragul - Mercure Warragul
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10 minute drive to Westacres
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Breakfast available or walk to Warragul Cafe's
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Modern City type hotel
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other options also available in Warragul
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Transportation
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Closest Airport: Tullamarine Airport | Melbourne (Drive time is approx. 1hour 40mins, traffic dependent)
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Transfer options to Yarragon/Warragul
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Rental car hire
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Gippy Shuttle - http//gippyshuttle.net.au
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Arrange pick-up & drop-off with Symposium organisers and/or friends residing in local area​
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Booking Flights
Return flights from Melbourne on Sunday 28th June should be booked no earlier than 6 PM.
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Please Remember to Bring
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Weather appropriate clothing (VIC winter) for outdoor judging
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AUD$ to pay for Welcome Dinner on Friday evening
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For the registration form for the 2026 Arabian Horse Judges Seminar and Friday night dinner bookings, please contact:
Scott Benjamin
+61 466 627 744
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