Riding school 'not at capacity'

Bensville Riding School director Ms Chantelle Allaries has rejected a claim by a competing business that her riding school was "operating to capacity".

The claim was made in a development application for another riding school in the area.

"This is absolutely false and misleading and is an allegation put forward by the applicants as part of their submission," said Ms Allaries.

"The potential for damage to my business is already evident with four current clients already questioning availability for lessons for their friend's children.

"My riding school has operated for over 20 years and we pride ourselves in our continuing high standards of riding tuition and safety.

"Many students are competing at state and national level with many successes for riders and horses trained at my facilities.

"We have many discounts and deals for students to enable many children to experience horse activities," said Ms Allaries.

Peninsula News incorrectly attributed the claim to council staff in an article in its June 11 edition, "Council supports horse riding school".

While the claim was contained in a report which was prepared by Council staff, the report at that point was describing the applicant's submission.

Email, 20 Jun 2012

Chantelle Allaries, Bensville Riding School