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    Tom pauses to reflect after putting away his saddle and equipment. He says he doesn’t mind the long work hours, having worked hard to build a reputation as a quality horsebreaker & trainer, Tom finds great pleasure in what he has worked hard to establish. by: horsebreaker Views[323] As a single father and a strong family man; Tom’s three children mean the world to him. All three children help their dad with the running of the business. Tom’s youngest daughter Abby (pictured), is a keen barrel racer and strong rider. As the working day draws to an end, Tom takes time out to coach Abby and improve her technique. by: horsebreaker Views[393] Young horses are often flighty, and are introduced to new experiences and locales gradually. Here, Tom introduces Brody to cattle work, a relationship that will be important in his future as a stockhorse. by: horsebreaker Views[296] Communication between horse and rider is essential. Tom uses a number of audible, hand and leg ‘aides’ to communicate with the horse. Fast paced activities such as cattle work require the rider and horse to work together in order to be successful. A well-trained stockhorse will even be able to move and turn instinctively while on the job, without the slightest need for input from the rider. by: horsebreaker Views[483] Often a solitary occupation, Horse breaking and training often involves up to sixteen hour days, seven days a week. Each horse receives careful attention and treatment in order to achieve best results. Tom is pictured riding ‘Brody’ during a warmup routine in the roundyard prior to commencing a training session. by: horsebreaker Views[1272]
     

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    Friday, 5 Jul 2013 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    Since being gifted a camera in grade seven for use on a school trip to Canberra, I have fallen in love with photography and more importantly, telling peoples' story. I have since combined my photography with my love of sport, entering into sports ... Read more >
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