Whipcracking by Emiliqua East

30/08/2026

Early next year, I will be travelling to the beautiful Sapphire Coast! I will be running free whipcracking lessons over the day, so if you've been wanting to learn a fun new skill, come and say hi 👋😁

27/08/2026

A pretty special moment being recognised by WIN News after bringing home the Australian Ladies Whipcracking Title for the third year in a row❤️
I’m incredibly proud to represent Victoria and, especially, my home community of East Gippsland on the National stage.
I’ve been cracking whips since I was six years old, and one of the things I love most about whipcracking is that anyone can have a go. You don’t have to be a champion or have any experience, it’s about giving something new a try, learning a skill and having a bit of fun along the way.
I’m very grateful for the support I’ve received from my local community over the years. Gippsland has always been home, and it means a lot to be able to share something I love with the people around me. ❤️
If you’ve ever wanted to have a go at whipcracking, come and say hello at one of my demonstrations or clinics, or get in touch for some lessons!
Thank you to WIN News for sharing a little piece of my journey.

21/08/2026

Thanks for the post Tim, it was great catching up with you and Gemma 😊❤️

18/08/2026

Thank you for the appreciation post Gemma 😊. We were a long way from home in Brissy, but proud to represent East Gippsland ❤️

18/08/2026

Thank you Darren Chester MP for the the support. We gave it our all 😊❤️ Jake Pender

18/08/2026

Thankyou to the Nhulunbuy Corporation for this lovely post ❤️

18/08/2026

17/08/2026

I’m incredibly proud to share that I get to take home the Australian Ladies Whipcracking Title for the third year in a row, and my fifth Australian Championship overall. I was also fortunate enough to come away with 3rd place in the World Bullock Whip Competition, competing alongside men and women of all ages.

It's an honour to have represented East Gippsland and Victoria at the 2026 AWPA Australian Whipcracking Championships.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported me along the way, especially my Mum and Connor, who both put in countless hours supporting me, helping me practise in the months leading up to the Championships, and being there for me on the day. I certainly couldn’t have done it without you.

This year’s win is especially dedicated to Colin Erbacher🕊. I wish more than anything that he could have been there to see it. Thankfully, I had his beautiful family there beside me when he couldn’t be. ❤️

A special thank you also to Bernadette Bulmer for trusting me with the keys to the Lindenow Hall. Those hours I could get in after work were magic! Having somewhere to practise with good lighting and, most importantly, dry whips made such a difference.

Thank you to the sponsors of the event:
R M Williams, Packer Leather and Hodge Transport, as well as our wonderful host, The EKKA Show, who celebrated their 150th year.
Also, to the AWPA committee for organising the event and for providing a place for the sport of whipcracking to be properly showcased.

Well done to all competitors on the day, the level of expertise shown over all categories have been brought to new heights through individual dedication. It's an honour to compete alongside you all.

I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who has encouraged, supported, and backed me over the years. It means more than I can say. ❤️

Love, Em x

12/07/2026

Can't wait for 2027!
Year of the Fire Horse only comes around once every 60 years, so it felt fitting to bring the flames to a festival that celebrates horses. 🔥🐎