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Eventing BOP - not to be missed!

Eventers were treated to their second opportunity to compete at the newest event to hit the Eventing circuit at Racecourse Park, Otakiri. The Event has a wonderful laid back, stress free feeling with easy access to all phases of the Event, facilities and office. The venue which is often used as a wedding location, is situated approximately 30 minutes from Whakatane, amongst picturesque trees...

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Maurice shoots for the stars!

Feilding hosted their annual February show where Maurice Beatson came in hot. Whilst it was definitely not his first Property Brokers Grand Prix win, having won well over two hundred,...

Hermes Steeles the big win

News around the shows 8-9 February: Taihape hosted their 66th Annual Showjumping Championships, and what a weekend it was, especially for Robert Steele who rode away with the Property Brokers...

Five Domains of Good Horse Welfare Practice

ESNZ has put together some guidelines that have especially been prepared for competitors going to the Defender Horse of the Year 2025.  The Five Domains model of animal welfare assessment has...

A Legacy Gift Tops Off a Perfect Week for Trainee Saddlemaker Sophia

Sophia Stratford has had one of the most exciting weeks of her trainee saddlemaking career, with two surprises that have been beyond her wildest dreams.  Firstly, the Cambridge...

‘Trip of a Lifetime’ for Gangster and Dee

Luke Dee is relishing in the opportunity to compete against the very best in the world at the Longines FEI World Cup Final in Switzerland. When FEI World Cup New Zealand League Series winner...

Fast and furious kick start February

Whilst the South Island hosted the National Championships in the weekend just past, there were a flurry of shows over the North Island that saw competitors battle it out for series points....

Crawford Hill Jewellery SI Dressage Champs Underway

The Crawford Hill Jewellery South Island Dressage Championships are underway at the Dunstan Horsefeeds NEC in Christchurch today. This is the pinnacle Kiwi Arena Rake Premier League dressage...

Slick Jump-offs Rule in National Series Classes

Emma Gillies rides Benrose Black Jack to win the FMG Young Rider Series.  Photo by Michelle Clarke It was a busy weekend for many riders at the Tavendale & Partners NZ National Jumping...

Call for Applications - High Performance Dressage Manager

Equestrian Sports NZ is calling for applications for the following position within our High Performance Department JOB TITLE: ESNZ High Performance Dressage Manager ABOUT EQUESTRIAN SPORTS...

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