Braidwood Pony Club

12/09/2026

Congratulations Team Pony Club NSW, especially our Braidwood Pony Club member Bella Rose Ivanoff.
The whole team rode exceptionally well and kept their cool on borrowed horses to come out winners in the Junior division for the Prince Phillip Mounted Games Competition held in Darwin today.
So proud of you Bella 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 fantastic performance 🐴🐎🐴
Zone 27 Pony Club Association NSW

🏆 Pony Club NSW Wins The Prince Philip Cup 🏆

Six teams brought speed, skill and plenty of close racing to the 2026 PCA Junior National Mounted Games Championships in Darwin, with every state contributing to a terrific competition.

Victoria set the early pace, winning the opening two races and holding a narrow lead through the first half. The leaders were locked together on 63 points after Windsor Castle before NSW edged ahead in the Two Mug.

With four races remaining, just three points separated them. NSW finished strongly, winning the Tyre Race, Bottle Shuttle and final 5 Flag to claim the Prince Philip Cup on 112 points, eight clear of Victoria.

Tasmania secured third place with 76 points, including a win in the 5 Mug, while the Northern Territory celebrated victory in the Two Flag Race. Western Australia and South Australia also produced some excellent racing throughout a highly competitive morning.

Final placings:

🥇 New South Wales – 112 points
🥈 Pony Club Victoria – 104 points
🥉 Pony Club Tasmania – 76 points
4th: Pony Club WA – 69 points
5th: Pony Club Association of South Australia Inc. – 61.5 points
6th: Pony Club Association NT - PCANT – 57.5 points

Congratulations to all six teams!

2026 Mounted Games Championships

11/09/2026

Who’s going to Taralga PC Gymkhana?
A fantastic opportunity to use the skills you’re going to develop at Zone 27 Pony Club Association NSW Camp 🐴🐎🐴

🐴 Taralga Pony Club Annual Gymkhana 2026 🐴

Save the date! We’re looking forward to welcoming riders and families to the Taralga Pony Club Annual Gymkhana on Sunday 18th October 2026.

With a full program of ring events, sporting and jumping, there’s something for riders of all ages – from our littlest led riders right through to our Associates. 💚

📍 Taralga Showground
⏰ Gear check from 8:30am | Events from 9am
💰 $30 per rider – nominations via JustGo
🏆 Ribbons to 5th place & Age Champion events
🍔 Full canteen operating – please bring cash

All the details and full program are on the flyer below 👇

Come along for a great day of riding, friendly competition and Pony Club fun. Whether you’re chasing ribbons or simply coming along to have a go, we’d love to see you there!

Pony Club – building confident riders, strong communities and a love of horses. 🐴💚

07/09/2026

Braidwood Pony Club meeting on Tuesday night 8th September @ Braidwood Servicemen’s Club at 7pm or via link sent out 2 weeks ago.
All members encouraged to join in and assist with planning for our rally day on Sunday 13th September and the Zone 27 Pony Club camp that is on the first week of the school holidays. 🐴🐎🐴
Looking forward to seeing you there.

04/09/2026

Get ready to cheer on our Braidwood Pony Club members!!! 🐴🐎🐴
Huge congratulations to Bella Rose Ivanoff who is riding in the Junior team and Kasey Butcher who is reserve for the Senior team.
We know you will ride with great skill and heart and do your club and NSWPC proud. 💕

🏆 One week to go!

In just one week, history will be made when the Pony Club Australia Junior and Senior National Mounted Games Championships are held in Darwin for the first time!

Hosted by the Pony Club Association NT - PCANT from September 9-13, the Championships will bring riders, coaches, officials and families from across Australia to the Top End.

Six states and territories will be represented, the strongest national participation the event has seen in many years. We are delighted to welcome Pony Club Association of South Australia Inc. back to the competition, while the Northern Territory will celebrate another milestone by fielding a Senior team.

🐴 Senior competition: Friday, 11 September, under lights
🐴 Junior competition: Saturday, 12 September
📍 Main Equestrian Arena, Freds Pass Reserve

Spectators can look forward to fast-paced action, outstanding teamwork and impressive horsemanship as some of Australia’s leading Mounted Games riders compete for national honours.

With national titles on the line and teams travelling from across the country, Darwin is set for an unforgettable week of Mounted Games.

Good luck to all the riders, coaches and teams making the journey north!

18/08/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS | PONY CLUB NSW x RACING NSW 🐎💙

We are incredibly excited to announce a landmark partnership between Pony Club NSW and Racing NSW!

This is a major new opportunity for our members across more than 220 Pony Clubs in NSW, opening the door to opportunities both in and beyond the saddle.

Through this partnership, members will gain access to:

🎓 Career & education pathways
🐎 Thoroughbred retraining & welfare education
👩‍🎓 Racing NSW Team Thoroughbred Academy opportunities
🎤 Industry workshops & experiences
👀 Opportunities to shadow industry professionals
🏆 New competition opportunities
🌟 Future Equine Leaders initiatives
🏇 Exclusive opportunities through Equimillion

And there’s more…

We are thrilled to also announce that Pony Club NSW will be an Official Partner of Equimillion 2026, with dedicated Pony Club activities, showcase events and opportunities exclusively for Pony Club riders!

Pony Club NSW President Clare Martin said:

“It brings together two organisations with a shared commitment to education, horse welfare and the future of young people in the equine industry.”

Today’s announcement was made at Bart’s Farm, one of Racing NSW’s equine welfare and retraining properties.

This is just the beginning, and we cannot wait to share more of what is coming for our members across NSW. 💙🐴

Racing NSW 🤝 Pony Club NSW

08/08/2026

Reminders from Pony Club NSW about some of the gear we use on our horses 🐴🐎🐴

👂 This Week’s Gear Reminder: Ear Covers, Fly Hoods and Bonnets

Ear covers, fly hoods and bonnets may be made from sound-reducing material, but there are some important rules to remember:
❌ Ear plugs are not permitted
❌ Bonnets and hoods must never be tied down
❌ They must not be attached to the noseband

These requirements are outlined in Blue Book Section 2.13, page 26.

Before attending a rally, clinic or competition, always check the current online Blue Book and the Pony Club Australia National Gear Rules for the full and most up-to-date requirements.

A quick gear check before you ride can help prevent confusion on the day.

08/08/2026

Braidwood Pony Club rally day Sunday 9th August.
Gear check from 9.30 at Pony Club shed
Zone 27 camp is less than 7 weeks away we’ll spend some time getting equipment and checking it carefully for camp, then use it to make sure everything is safe and ready.
Canteen will be busy cooking up a sausage sizzle and egg and bacon rolls.
There has been a weather prediction for rain tomorrow. While we really hope this happens and is enough to wash out our rally day, chances are that there won’t be enough to cancel our rally day.
But, being positive that it will rain our pony club certificate books and ground based activities are ready for us to work on if the weather gods decide to reward us with rain.
See you tomorrow 🐴🐎🐴

08/08/2026

Wishing our friends Pony Club lots of good luck and great riding at Pony Club NSW State Mounted Games and Team Sporting Championships being held at Camden Bi-Centennial Park this weekend.
Ride hard and have a great time 🐴🐎🐴

🏇 It’s go time!

The 2026 State Mounted Games and Team Sporting Championships kick off today and run through tomorrow!

Wishing all riders and teams the very best of luck for an exciting weekend of fast action, teamwork and great competition. Bring your energy, support your team and give it your best out there!

Be sure to follow along all weekend for results, updates and highlights on our Stories.

05/08/2026

Footwear reminders for Pony Club 🐴🐎🐴

🥾 The Right Footwear Matters Around Horses

Flip-flops, Crocs, sandals and soft shoes are never suitable around horses—no exceptions.

Whether you are riding, leading, grooming or helping at a rally, approved riding boots provide important protection and help keep you safe.

Pony Club-approved footwear includes:

✅ Jodhpur boots
✅ Tall riding boots
✅ Paddock boots

The right boots provide:

🐴 Better protection if a horse steps on your foot
🐴 A secure and supportive fit
🐴 Smooth soles
🐴 A clearly defined heel to help prevent your foot sliding through the stirrup

Before walking onto the grounds, take a moment to check your footwear. It only takes seconds—and it matters.

No boots, no horse activities. Safety starts from the ground up.