About Cumberland Equine

I am a mother and part-time Accounts Officer who has always had a passion for horses and their welfare. 

I grew up and worked on farming properties in Victoria’s Western District and now, with my family, I run a small agistment property near Warrnambool.

After beginning riding as a child, I followed my sister along the path of classical dressage and ultimately spent time in Portugal as a working pupil with the famous Master, the late Nuno Oliviera. I continue my journey in the art of classical dressage assisted by regular visits from another mentor from Portugal.

We are a very 'horsey' family – my daughters are also keen and successful riders who have spent many years at Pony Club and represented their zone at State level in dressage and eventing. My husband has a history of playing polo, campdrafting and stock horses. 

Some years ago, I inherited a young mare with many body issues and have sort professionals that have the patience, kindness and knowledge to help. This has led to study as an owner trimmer and I now maintain all of the family’s seven horses successfully barefoot.

This quest also led me to meet Sue Parker and the results have been so remarkable that I was inspired to learn more about Equine Body Therapy and ultimately become an Equine Body Therapy practitioner in 2016.

I have since worked with many horses and clients from a variety of disciplines. I contiually complete workshops to build on my skills and knowledge to meet every horse's needs.