Pony Racing Gaining Momentum | Pony Club Australia
By Michelle Newham, PCA Programs & Events Manager Pony Racing continues to build momentum across Australia, with strong interest and participation at a state level. In February, Pony Club Tasmania delivered a fantastic Pony Racing event in partnership with Tasmanian Racing. It was a great example of how Pony Club and industry can work together […]
Swan Zone Junior Committee: Giving Young People a Real Voice
6 minute read In 2025, Swan Zone Pony Club — part of Pony Club Western Australia — took a bold and meaningful step forward by establishing a youth-led Junior Zone Committee designed to strengthen youth voice, leadership and peer mentorship. The initiative was led by Woodridge Horse and Pony Club, with the vision of creating genuine opportunities for young […]
More Than a Badge: Asha’s B Certificate Journey
A huge congratulations to 17-year-old Asha Fiedler from Horsham Pony Club, VIC, on achieving her Pony Club Australia B Certificate. For Asha, this milestone became much more than “a name on a badge”. “Recently, I have been fortunate enough to have achieved my Pony Club Australia B Certificate which was an experience that reinforced just […]
Adeline Achieves Pony Club A Certificate After 23-Year Journey
Photo: Adeline and her horse, Luna, with West Gippsland Zone Chief Instructor Paul Seuren and assessor Sally Francis. When Adeline Collins joined Corner Inlet Pony Club in March 2003 on her 17-year-old pony Louie, she could not have imagined the milestone that lay ahead. Now, after 23 consecutive years as a riding member, Adeline has […]
Why Pony Club Still Matters: An Interview with Isobel Wessels
By Emma Le Grand, Pony Club Australia Photo: (l-r) clinic participant and Grand Prix rider Heather Gee with her imported Lusitano gelding, Marques; international dressage judge and trainer Isobel Wessels, Grand Prix rider and coach Debbie Warne, and Grand Prix rider, coach and judge Sue Nevett at Wetterau Equestrian, Ballarat. Over three days at […]
Bendigo Pony Club Named Pony Club Australia Club of the Year
The Pony Club community is thrilled to congratulate Bendigo Pony Club on being awarded the prestigious Gow Gates Pony Club Australia Club of the Year for 2025. This remarkable achievement highlights their resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to their riders, community, and equine values in the face of extraordinary challenges. A Journey of Resilience and […]
PCV Crowned National Champions at Ranvet 2025 PCA Nationals
After four days of competition, camaraderie and celebration of Pony Club spirit, Victoria claimed the coveted Roger Braham OAM Perpetual Shield at the Ranvet 2025 Pony Club Australia National Championships, held at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre from 1–4 October. In one of the closest finishes in recent history, Victoria secured victory by just one […]
Lacey’s Legacy: A Pony Club Member’s Tribute of Hope
In the heart of Pony Club, we see young people grow not only as riders but also as leaders, friends, and changemakers. One such inspiring member is Zara from Coffs Harbour Pony Club (Zone 9), whose compassion and initiative have given rise to a meaningful project that honours the memory of a fellow rider. Honouring […]
Kate Joyce: From Pony Club Beginnings to Her First 3*
Pony Club Australia is proud to celebrate 16-year-old Kate Joyce, a member of Bunyip & District Pony Club in Victoria, who has just completed her first 3* event at the start of the season! Kate’s story is one that many Pony Club riders will recognise — starting out at just eight years old on a […]
Pony Club Tasmania State Dressage and Jumping Championships 2025
The 2025 Pony Club Tasmania State Dressage and Jumping Championships took place over the weekend of 5–6 April at the Westbury Showground, bringing together 100 riders and 120 horses from across the state for a spirited and successful two days of competition. Congratulations to all who qualified and took part! Saturday – Dressage & […]