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The Lockyer Troop was formed in January 2005 with six members, consisting of four Active riding members and two support members. Members of the Troop come from various backgrounds and parts of the Lockyer, several of our key members are either retired or currently serving members of Australia 's Armed Forces. Half of our membership have been involved in other Light Horse Troops and for various reasons have joined a centralised Lockyer Troop. AIMS and OBJECTIVES. • To foster a continued interest in Australia's military history, especially the Light Horse's achievements and traditions, within the people, and especially the youth of the Lockyer Valley. • To reach a high standard in the horsemanship and Skill at Arms of the Australian Light Horse, and create personal pride in wearing the uniform of the Light Horse by involvement in community events and training activities. • To promote awareness and pride in the great personal sacrifices made on the battlefield by our forefathers. And the sacrifices, which enable us to enjoy the freedom, we have today. • To ensure the continued existence of Australia 's unique military history by the acquisition and preservation of the uniforms weapons and equipment used by the 2 nd Light Horse Regiment. • To preserve for future generations the memorabilia, photographs, records and documents of those from the Lockyer Valley who served in Australian Light Horse units. • To train for, and participate in, competitions with other Light Horse Troops on traditional Inter-troop contests and re-enactment rides. • To take part in Public Displays, Street Parades and other ceremonial activities, which the Troop may from time to time, be called upon to provide. • To maintain close links with units in the Australian Army Order of Battle having a Light Horse lineage. • To carry out all tasks pertinent to our Aims and Objectives. OUR FIRST ANZAC DAY 2005
Our first parade was ANZAC Day 2005, we were inexperienced and made do with what we had, since then we have made many changes, such as horse colour and uniform and equipment, these changes have come slowly of course as the cost of equipment is high. Since that first parade we have made many changes and are consequently more accurate in uniform and equipment and hope to improve further with time.
We were honoured to provide the Cenotaph party at the Ma Ma Creek Remembrance Day ceremony November 2005
MEMBERSHIP Membership of the troop is available to any resident of the Lockyer Valley , with a minimum age of 16 years in line with the Light Horse Association's rules. There are three categories of membership. Support troop member . This is for non-riding members, who may be retired Light Horsemen, wives, interested persons, or anyone having an interest in the ideals of the Troop. It is not compulsory for members in this category to be members of the Light Horse Association Ltd. Riding Member. All Active Riders must be paid-up members of the Light Horse Association Ltd and be listed on the Association's Insurance Register. Active Non Riding member. Take part in the many dismounted activities wearing full uniform, such as drill and ceremonial.. The member must achieve an adequate level of drill, dress and bearing, and be a member of the Light Horse Association, and be listed on the Association's Insurance Register. THE UNIFORM During public displays and events, we wear the uniform of the 2 nd Light Horse, Mounted Infantry of the 1916-18 period, and follow the ALHA guidelines regarding the wearing of rank and decorations HORSES All horses used as Troop mounts are to be sound. Any horse that exhibits signs of severe nervousness, aggravation or of bad temperament will not be permitted to take part in any Troop activity. We insist that a minimum height of 14.2 hands, maximum of 16 hands. All horses must have sound feet, be washed & brushed and in good condition. Only solid colours are accepted -Black, Brown, Bay, or Chestnut. Riding stallions or rigs is not encouraged. Horses that are judged unmanageable will not be included in parades / displays.TRAINING DAYS Training days are held on the second Sunday of each month unless otherwise notified. So give us a call if want to come along.We train at the Gatton Showgrounds, and usually start at 1300 hrs. Dress and equipment for training days is blue jeans, neat and serviceable, khaki polyester army issue style shirt and brown riding boots. Beginner riders are to wear a safety helmet, others may wear the hat KFF: We do not insist on a military saddle or bridle for training Most training days involve a period of foot/rifle drill, during these drill sessions hat KFF with plumes and bandolier are to be worn.
CONTACT NUMBERS PRESIDENT Noel Osborne 07 5462 3003 TROOP SERGEANT Rod Amos 07 5465 6647 TRAINING COORDINATOR Stewart Cook 07 5462 2763 TROOP E-MAIL ADDRESS llht@bigpond.com
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