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Horse Trax Oz Welcome to Blackbutt Queensland and Horse Trax Oz. Located in Blackbutt QUEENSLAND, Horse Trax Oz specializes in all things recreational horse riding.

From trail mapping, project management to horse health workshops and confidence sessions. Trail ride groups also catered for with guided rides and camping with an obstacle course and arena for use by visitors. Horse Trax Oz adheres to the Horse Safety Standards Australia Code of Conduct. Horse Safety Australia Inc Code of Conduct for Horse Activities
Responsibility to individuals
Horse Safety Aust

ralia Instructors/Guides should:
 Provide their services conscientiously and competently.
 Not breach public trust, or the specific trust of their participants, clients, staff or competitors.
 Ensure that advice and directions provided give full and proper cognisance to personal safety. Technical skills
Horse Safety Australia Instructors/Guides should:
 Continue to develop their professional knowledge and technical skills.
 Not undertake activities they are not competent to perform and, when in doubt, obtain appropriate advice and assistance that will allow these activities to be competently carried out.
 State qualifications, experience and prior responsibilities accurately. Behaviour
Horse Safety Australia Instructors/Guides should:
 Maintain a high standard of integrity, and apply honesty and fair dealing in all aspects of their operations.
 Carry out their professional duties with due care and diligence.
 Act and communicate in a professional manner towards both their colleagues and their clients
 Act in ways which engender confidence regarding horse related activities and clearly support the Standards set out in the Horse Safety Australia documentation
In practice, this means that Horse Safety Australia instructors/guides should:
1. Place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else
2. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and horses are appropriate to the age and ability of their riders.
3. Ensure that the time riders spend with them is a positive experience. All clients deserve equal attention and opportunities. SMOKING
Due to the dangers of passive smoking, non-smokers should be protected from tobacco smoke. For this reason Horse Safety Australia recommends that smoking not be permitted in any building where clients congregate, nor in eating or office areas of the organisation. Instructors should refrain from smoking while they are acting in an official capacity. HARRASSMENT
Horse Safety Australia is committed to encouraging horse related environments which are free from harassment and discrimination. All clients, instructors, administrators, volunteers and staff members have the right to be treated with respect and dignity. Sexual harassment and various other forms of harassment are unlawful under federal and state/territory antidiscrimination laws. People engaging in harassment can have legal action taken against them under these laws. In some cases, legal action can also be taken against the organisation for which they work or which they represent.
4. Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved in their activities
5. Encourage all participants.
6. Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions.
7. Promote respect for all participants
8. Remember that they set the example. Their behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive.
9. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural backgrounds or religion
Ensure that any physical contact with a rider is appropriate to the situation and only undertaken when necessary for their skill development.
11. Show concern and caution towards sick and injured riders. Ensure that a rider/handler who has been involved in an incident/accident involving a horse, is not be permitted to recommence that activity until they have been assessed for possible injuries by a competent first aider. If any injuries are evident or suspected, these should be treated by a medical professional before continuing with the activities



With hands one trail riding experience coupled with marketing and project management expertise, we have a core team of people to help with anything horsey. Name: HORSETRAXOZ
Registration Number: BN22390558
Registered State: Queensland
Registration Date: 28/03/2012
Status: Registered
Type: Business Names
Regulator: Australian Securities & Investments Commission

My new experiment.Vinnies $2.The BBB likes it.We all know what it's called.
27/01/2025

My new experiment.

Vinnies $2.

The BBB likes it.

We all know what it's called.

27/01/2025

Sporting a fair bit of Tuff Rock from bites from insects and a very large Spider.

So what do you see when you look at a photo of a horse you are interested in buying?Does the sale photo tell you what yo...
26/01/2025

So what do you see when you look at a photo of a horse you are interested in buying?

Does the sale photo tell you what you really need to know?

Lets see.

If I was selling MONTY - nope never not for a million dollary doos - but hypothetically.

These are the photos I would share. I literally have thousands of photos of my horses. They show everything including what professionals would red flat that we have with an aging horse that has issues related to his past. ALWAYS ask for photos without the saddle. Saddles hide things like roach back and top-line. If you are paying top dollar for a horse you want a horse you paid for. I am seeing way too many horses for thousands of dollars that are just NOT worth that much. Rehabbing these horses to do what the new custodian expects of a horse sometimes is NOT POSSIBLE. Conformation, injury, previous training... all that can and cant be seen in photos. Connection definitely is not something you can see in a photo.

But it does show he has knowledge, is a thinker and isnt shut down. Not being shut down is so important if you are not experienced in bringing horses out of learned helplessness. SO many horses are sold as BOMBPROOF - and BEGINNER HORSES but they are not.

They haven't LEARNT how to be a trusted steed - they just do it.. They cant think - they just do it.

I like a horse with a voice - a voice that tells me pain, cheeky, happy, depressed etc.

Look for that horse in the photos... not the shiny ones with the blue ribbons.. oh, unless you are not interested in the horses well being of course.. That is up to you.

Ride safe and buy the right horse for you not for who you think you should be... does that make sense?

Have a great holiday tomorrow for those in Australia!

26/01/2025

Teddy hanging with the BBB and munching on some nice lush rhodes with his buddy :-)

25/01/2025

The first time the BBB had a roll after he arrived I freaked out thought he was dying!

Apparently not it is just an effort being that enormous! and content!

Hope you are having a good roll and enjoying it this weekend!

Take away your ego and listen.https://www.facebook.com/share/14hdRRt3Aw/
25/01/2025

Take away your ego and listen.

https://www.facebook.com/share/14hdRRt3Aw/

We want to fix things. We want everything to be ok. We want our horses to be happy. We want to ride and chase our goals. We want to experience the incredible joy that horses offer us.

But sometimes that means unintentionally translating a horse’s behavior or communication incorrectly.

They’re just anxious because they love their job so much!

That’s just her personality, she’s dramatic and angry but it makes her expressive and fiery to ride.

He hates being saddled, but it’s just a pain memory, he’s completely fine now.

She just spooks to mess with me, but I’m learning to be a braver rider.

Learning to hear what the horse is communicating through behavior and body language will only lead to more success.

If they are uncomfortable and we can relieve that pain, we will undoubtedly have better rides and less stressful interactions with our horses.

If they are anxious we will have a better time if we help improve their confidence.

Listening to the horse without a human filter might mean a temporary setback to our schedule or goals, but it will result in far greater success in the long run.

If only I could direct what my brain to hyper focus on certain things... like this... so pretty...Have a great weekend e...
24/01/2025

If only I could direct what my brain to hyper focus on certain things... like this... so pretty...

Have a great weekend everyone. Stay cool and don't take crap from anyone!

It is pretty but not essential to a horses mental health which is what I am all about.

Stay with the horse.

Just a pony and his pup...or the other way around?
23/01/2025

Just a pony and his pup...or the other way around?

21/01/2025

Spot the TB's.

Outta our way!!!

Exactly this! From my colleagues at Track to Trail Thoroughbreds- rehab, rehoming, and rescue of ex-racehorses https://...
20/01/2025

Exactly this!
From my colleagues at Track to Trail Thoroughbreds- rehab, rehoming, and rescue of ex-racehorses

https://www.facebook.com/share/1GvX2fFLXV/

Horses are hard. They are a lot of work. They can be inconvenient

I think some of this we either don’t know or push aside when getting a horse

Often people approach new ownership like shopping for a unicorn

The horse will be amazing. No injuries or illness, no training issues, forever

There will not be freezing storms. No hurricanes or fires. We will stay young. The horses won’t age either. We both will be able to ride. Forever

A lot of us learn along the way, that without investing significant time, money, and skill, we may have a totally different situation Forever

The horse that’s not maintained will never get better on its own. Our skills will never get better without practice. As we get older, the heat, the cold, power outages, frozen pipes, these are all harder and harder to deal with

And that’s ok. That’s life

But if we are going to own an animal that might live for 30 years or longer, it’s important to make plans, have help, and put some serious thought into what our expectations are

Being starry eyed and in love is wonderful. At about 6 month or a year people may start to see they have a lot more than they bargained for

As humans, we are often optimistic- to a fault. It’s in our nature for many to feel things will go well. And they often do!

It’s just good to consider the whole picture. It’s a lovely journey. One many of us take happily. But often the calls to take rescue are from newer owners that don’t know what to do.

My very best advice is to find a mentor. Someone who really knows. Often rescues are great sources of information. Volunteering, taking lessons, leasing a horse that is all a great way to get started. A trainer, a facility owner, they have all seen the good and the bad

Seek advice. Read. Google stuff. Join some sensible Facebook groups Love the horse


Hangin' with the chunkeeze!
20/01/2025

Hangin' with the chunkeeze!

19/01/2025

Note to self....

Wear shoes....thongs...anything...

Go to end...you will see why.

Teddy "helping" unload hay this week.There is loads of grass but a nice lucerne pasture hay with seeds gets put around t...
17/01/2025

Teddy "helping" unload hay this week.

There is loads of grass but a nice lucerne pasture hay with seeds gets put around the paddock so itsfood, fertiliser and sowing new grasses at the same time.

Most of the rhodes in my paddocks is from round bales and hay. Comes out in its own fertiliser pods if eaten too.

Have great weekend all.

Here is a very informative article for not only those interested in the OFF THE TRACK horses but ANY horse. https://theh...
16/01/2025

Here is a very informative article for not only those interested in the OFF THE TRACK horses but ANY horse.

https://thehorsesback.com/ex-racehorse-problems/?fbclid=IwY2xjawH1mZRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHS5yDbjNskymP8qBmrujsw_KE7zriEeQ59ANnxQxJWtObOPTHRWQ5pYGdA_aem_VkzIko5jZqDp64OXJS6q0Q

How a horse is put together can be changed with poor managment by riders so please next time you buy a horse have a VERY good look at the spine and back end.

I am after a horse that will be able to do cutting and reining so I need a horse that has the confirmation to do that work. It is different for someone looking for a horse to do some walk trail riding and some beginner shows.

Buy the horse you need not the pretty one!

https://thehorsesback.com/ex-racehorse-problems/?fbclid=IwY2xjawH1mZRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHS5yDbjNskymP8qBmrujsw_KE7zriEeQ59ANnxQxJWtObOPTHRWQ5pYGdA_aem_VkzIko5jZqDp64OXJS6q0Q

Ex-racehorses make great riding horses, but many come with physical issues. Learning how to identify them can save you, the buyer, a lot of heartache.

This weekend I will be at the Blackbutt Markets on Sunday 19th January.I am there to be able to start talking to people ...
15/01/2025

This weekend I will be at the Blackbutt Markets on Sunday 19th January.
I am there to be able to start talking to people about REIKI and horse mental health rehabilitation.

If you are wanting to have a chat about what I do I will be located near the slab hut next to the Blackbutt Wildlife stall.

Feel free to message me if you wish to have a set time or otherwise just come and have a chat.

Bookings for horse care sessions, beginner horsemanship and groundwork, equine nutition and REIKI sessions can be made with me on Sunday.

See you there if you are about.

14/01/2025

Suffice to say the Ginja Ninja and Teddy get on pretty well. .....

For those of us who love our matchy matchy!
13/01/2025

For those of us who love our matchy matchy!

Hey Melanie! Are you there? One of your horses is in our back yard!! Down past the dam.Look out into house yard where th...
12/01/2025

Hey Melanie! Are you there?

One of your horses is in our back yard!! Down past the dam.

Look out into house yard where there were four horses.

One, two, three......

All those were brown. The missing one - The GINJA NINJA.

Agistment horse out.. long story to follow - segue to me getting him home. Put him in the day yard to go back and get my car and float to find him in a DIFFERENT paddock to where I put him.

Suffice to say this cheeky bugga is in the centre paddock with the best fences now.

Nothing like the fear of god making you do some fast talking with a horse you dont know!

Hes such a sweet heart though. He has the potential to be another MONTY, but he is just a tad too small for me.

We got some quality grass eating time though today.

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Ginja Ninja...future kids pony or ranch horse. Will be sad to see him go. Hes git the smarts. Needs a kind hand.

Teddy hanging with the BBB and munching on some nice lush rhodes with his buddy :-)

The first time the BBB had a roll after he arrived I freaked out thought he was dying! Apparently not it is just an effort being that enormous! and content! Hope you are having a good roll and enjoying it this weekend!

Spot the TB's. Outta our way!!!

Note to self.... Wear shoes....thongs...anything... Go to end...you will see why.

Suffice to say the Ginja Ninja and Teddy get on pretty well. .....

We have an extra horse here for a couple of weeks. A lovely sensitive QH called Cheeto. However I have been calling him the GINGA NINJA. is that bad? Sorry if it offends anyone. Young studly QH who likes strolls in the park, eating fresh grass and outdoor activities. Anyone looking for a nice QH he will be up for sale soon after some time here with the Gang of Geldings and some ranch obstacle in hand work.

Num num.... #otthorses #horses

Who's going back to work tomorrow. Our visitor - CHEETO - says hello and good luck with the real world again!

No dam for Teddy today... so he improvised. Hope you all had a great weekend. I was supposed to trim the horses but got distracted by mowing. Enjoy your week and imagine you are this puppy full of happiness playing in green water that stinks.

A quiet Sunday afternoon constitutional.
A quiet Sunday afternoon constitutional.

Nice and peaceful this time of year for a stroll!

This popped up in my memories from 7 years ago. This is so my heart horse.. well for one of my personalities anyway.

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Horse Trax Oz is your one stop shop for anything to do with horse trail riding. From mapping, planning, project management to even guided trails, we can help you out. Horse Trax Oz adheres to the Horse Safety Standards Australia Code of Conduct. Horse Safety Australia Inc Code of Conduct for Horse Activities Responsibility to individuals Horse Safety Australia Instructors/Guides should:  Provide their services conscientiously and competently.  Not breach public trust, or the specific trust of their participants, clients, staff or competitors.  Ensure that advice and directions provided give full and proper cognisance to personal safety. Technical skills Horse Safety Australia Instructors/Guides should:  Continue to develop their professional knowledge and technical skills.  Not undertake activities they are not competent to perform and, when in doubt, obtain appropriate advice and assistance that will allow these activities to be competently carried out.  State qualifications, experience and prior responsibilities accurately. Behaviour Horse Safety Australia Instructors/Guides should:  Maintain a high standard of integrity, and apply honesty and fair dealing in all aspects of their operations.  Carry out their professional duties with due care and diligence.  Act and communicate in a professional manner towards both their colleagues and their clients  Act in ways which engender confidence regarding horse related activities and clearly support the Standards set out in the Horse Safety Australia documentation In practice, this means that Horse Safety Australia instructors/guides should: 1. Place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else 2. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and horses are appropriate to the age and ability of their riders. 3. Ensure that the time riders spend with them is a positive experience. All clients deserve equal attention and opportunities. SMOKING Due to the dangers of passive smoking, non-smokers should be protected from to***co smoke. For this reason Horse Safety Australia recommends that smoking not be permitted in any building where clients congregate, nor in eating or office areas of the organisation. Instructors should refrain from smoking while they are acting in an official capacity. HARASSMENT Horse Safety Australia is committed to encouraging horse related environments which are free from harassment and discrimination. All clients, instructors, administrators, volunteers and staff members have the right to be treated with respect and dignity. Sexual harassment and various other forms of harassment are unlawful under federal and state/territory antidiscrimination laws. People engaging in harassment can have legal action taken against them under these laws. In some cases, legal action can also be taken against the organisation for which they work or which they represent. 4. Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved in their activities 5. Encourage all participants. 6. Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions. 7. Promote respect for all participants 8. Remember that they set the example. Their behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive. 9. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural backgrounds or religion Ensure that any physical contact with a rider is appropriate to the situation and only undertaken when necessary for their skill development. 11. Show concern and caution towards sick and injured riders. Ensure that a rider/handler who has been involved in an incident/accident involving a horse, is not be permitted to recommence that activity until they have been assessed for possible injuries by a competent first aider. If any injuries are evident or suspected, these should be treated by a medical professional before continuing with the activities With hands one trail riding experience coupled with marketing and project management expertise, we have a core team of people to help with anything horsey. Name: HORSE TRAX OZ Registration Number: BN22390558 Registered State: Queensland Registration Date: 28/03/2012 Status: Registered Type: Business Names Regulator: Australian Securities & Investments Commission