2026 marks a significant milestone – the 30 year anniversary of the Muswellbrook Equine Podiatry Centre, first established in the Upper Hunter by Dr. Terry Hicks together with Link (Wayne) Baumann and his wife Chris Baumann. Now known as the Equine Podiatry and Lameness Centre (EPLC), the clinic has remained at the forefront of diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating laminitis and other complex foot-related lameness/injury for over three decades.
We are extremely proud of the strong collaboration between veterinarians and farriers that has developed in the Upper Hunter, driven by the Centre’s commitment to expert care and ongoing education in managing high-risk cases. Link has travelled extensively, sharing knowledge and building global connections, and continues to collaborate with leading veterinarians, including Dr. Scott Morrison and colleagues at the Rood & Riddle Equine Podiatry Clinic in Kentucky.
To celebrate this legacy, we are delighted to announce EPLC will be hosting two cornerstone events, taking place from the 11–14 June 2026:
EPLC International Heavy Horse Farrier Competition – 11 & 12 June
- A premier event with a $30,000 prize pool.
- We are excited to announce that Geoff Charlwood and Billy Neville are the judges for the Competition, both of whom have combined farrier expertise spanning 50+ years.
EPLC Vet-Farrier Symposium – 13 & 14 June
- Encompasses a full lecture program and a practical, hands on day with interactive case demonstrations dedicated to laminitis, hoof injury/ reconstruction and rehabilitation.
- Focus always on continuing our tradition of advancing veterinary-farrier collaboration.
- We are honoured to confirm Dr. Scott Morrison as our keynote speaker for this 2 day event.
Tickets on-sale soon.