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Rules

Everything you need to know about competing with SHA - from the official rulebook to entry forms and codes of conduct.

Official Documents

Download the documents below to familiarise yourself with SHA rules and competition requirements. All documents are provided as PDFs.

Rulebook

2 documents
PDF
SHA Rule Book (Version 20)
The complete SHA rulebook covering competition rules, classes, and event procedures.
986 KB View Download
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Rules of Sporting Horse Australia (2016)
The 2016 edition of the official rules of Sporting Horse Australia.
341 KB Updated Dec 2016 View Download

Competition & Series

2 documents
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HOTY Guidelines 2024-2025
Guidelines for the Horse of the Year (HOTY) series points and awards.
66 KB Updated 2024-2025 View Download
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Starting Procedure (Version 4)
Official starting procedure for SHA races and events.
91 KB View Download

Code of Conduct & Safety

4 documents
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SHA Code of Conduct Policy
SHA code of conduct for members, officials, and volunteers.
85 KB View Download
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Code of Conduct - Child Safety
Child safety code of conduct and member responsibilities.
284 KB View Download
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Drug & Alcohol Policy
SHA drug and alcohol policy for competitors and officials.
36 KB View Download
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COVID Safety Operating Plan
COVID-19 safe operating plan for SHA events.
155 KB Updated Nov 2020 View Download

Need help understanding the rules?

If you're new to SHA or have questions about how the rules apply, don't hesitate to get in touch. We're happy to help.

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