Valley & Rivers Showjumping

17/09/2026

Congratulations to the winner and placegetters in the JNSW Amateur class at the recent Valley & Rivers Showjumping Spring Show.
The riders and horse went super and the grounds were at their best with great footing and courses to decide the winner.
Class 16b Amatuer 1.10 cm art 220.2.1.2 Jump Off Competition- Sunshine Sugar
1. Paton Simpson - Citylights PLS
2. Kelly Orman - Ego Landmark
3. Anna Brookman - Little Warrior
4. Priscilla Looker - Destructive
5. Kelly Orman - Vakarra Checkasinni
6. Paton Simpson - Port Commands

17/09/2026

‼️‼️Final event details are being wrapped up this week, and we’re asking all competitors to please check their accounts for any outstanding payments.
This includes stables, camping, entries and dinner. If anything is still unpaid, please finalise it now so we can close off the event smoothly.

If you won prizemoney, please update or add your bank account details in the Prizemoney section of your Global Entries Online account by Friday lunchtime.
Prizemoney will be deducted from any outstanding debts to ensure the show is not left out of pocket.

Thank you for your cooperation — it helps us keep the event running professionally for everyone.

16/09/2026

💙 Valley & Rivers Showjumping — Thank You for an Incredible 2026 Show
As we draw the curtains on another successful Valley & Rivers Showjumping event, our team extends heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, volunteers, officials, and of course the riders and their beautiful horses who supported and attended the show. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a strong community behind us.

🐴 Ring One
Shannon Marsh — Judge

Allan McCusker — Course Builder

Myles Light — Assistant Course Builder

Karen Mitchel — Marshall & Official Steward

Karen — Pencilling

Flynn Newton — Rails & Course Changes

🐎 Ring Two
Jacki Keihne — Judge

Charles Keihne — Course Builder

Tara Deberg — Steward

And everyone who stepped in to lend a hand to keep Ring 2 running smoothly.

💛 Behind the Scenes
Heather — Lunches and office support

Loving Life FM 103.1 — Live broadcast

Leigh Harding — Public address system setup

Aaron Lang — Use of the extra yards

The Grafton Showgrounds & Staff — Venue support and assistance

Bindi & Helen — Their amazing Saturday night dinner

Oz Shotz — For capturing the riders and the atmosphere so beautifully

🌟 Our Amazing Sponsors
We are deeply grateful for the businesses and individuals who support Valley & Rivers and help us deliver a quality show year after year:

McGregor Gourlay

RapidClean Coffs Harbour

Horseland Coffs Harbour

Hip Pocket Workwear & Safety

Sunshine Sugar

Heritage Equestrian

PLS Performance Horses

Louise Light Equestrian

TBV Equestrian & Rural Supplies

North Coast Stockfeeds

Lee's Country Wear & Rug Repairs

Pryde's EasiFeed

Thoroughbred Sport Horse Association

Clarence Earthmoving

BNA Buses

The Pilates Suite Alstonville

FM 103.1 Loving Life

Watters Pastoral

Crown Hotel Motel

BYO Cellars

Westlawn

Grafton Veterinary Clinic

Robins Accountants Northern Rivers

Ben McLennan Construction BMC

Coffs Coast Farrier

Your support ensures our riders have a professional, welcoming, and well‑run event to enjoy. We appreciate every one of you.

Thank you to everyone who played a part in making Valley & Rivers Showjumping 2026 such a success. We look forward to seeing you all again next year.

13/09/2026

🌟 What a Weekend for Showjumping in the Clarence Valley

We are so proud of our event — what a fantastic weekend of showjumping in the Clarence Valley, truly a showcase of the sport at its best.

The courses were fabulous, the going was spot‑on with the new surface, and the atmosphere around the grounds was nothing short of brilliant. Everywhere you looked, there were amazing people pitching in — some for a moment, some for the whole day — and every bit of help made a difference. Thank you to each and every person who supported the weekend.

The sport, the horses, and the community all shone.

A full report is on its way, but for now, a huge congratulations to all riders and heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make the weekend such a success.

11/09/2026

11/09/2026

🐎 TOMORROW’S EVENT

⏰ Start Times
Course Walk: 7:30 am

Competition Start: 8:00 am

Both rings running to the whiteboard — please check regularly for updates.

☕ Coffee & Food Your Coffee Dude
Our coffee and food vendor will be on site from 7:00 am

Great menu, hot drinks, and early service — please support them.

📄 Horse Health Declarations & Camping Payments
These must be completed before you ride tomorrow.
This is essential for compliance and smooth running of the event.

The office opens at 7:00 am for:

Horse Health Declarations

Camping payments

Any last‑minute questions or adjustments

🤝 Volunteers
Any help is always appreciated and very welcome — thank you to everyone who supports the event.

10/09/2026

Main Ring
The main ring is looking fantastic — we’re ready for a huge weekend of jumping.

24 Hours to Go
All yards and stables have been allocated. Please use only your assigned spaces.

McGregor Gourlay Deliveries
Deliveries accepted until 1:00 pm for a 3:30 pm drop‑off.
If you need anything, please call McGregor Gourlay — 6644 2800.

Saturday Night Dinner
• If you missed booking, please let us know.
• Small riders’ draw, music, fire drums.
• Nibbles & pre‑drinks from 6:00 pm.
• Dinner from 6:30 pm.
• BYO drinks.

Draws & Changes
Draws are now published on Global Entries Online.
Any changes must be made at the office.

Horse Health Declarations
These are mandatory — please complete them before arriving.

Competitor Gift Bags
We have a small gift bag for each rider.
Please come to the office, get your name ticked off, and once your paperwork is sorted, you’ll receive your bag.

Check Your Emails
Please read all emailed documents — they contain important weekend information.

07/09/2026

Sunshine Sugar – Sponsor of the 1.10 m Open Class
A huge thank you to Sunshine Sugar for their ongoing commitment to our events and for sponsoring not only the 1.10 m Open Class, but also showcasing the incredible network of businesses that make up their organisation.

Sunshine Sugar is proudly Australian‑owned through a partnership between the grower‑owned NSW Sugar Milling Co‑operative and the Australian family‑owned Manildra Group. The Co‑operative represents around 500 cane farming families across the Northern Rivers, while the Manildra Group is a long‑standing NSW agribusiness owned and operated by the Honan family.

Sunshine Sugar owns and operates mills at Harwood, Broadwater and Condong, along with a refinery co‑located at Harwood. Their Broadwater Mill even powers the town of Broadwater, reflecting their commitment to local communities and sustainable energy.

Sustainability sits at the heart of the NSW sugar industry — balancing environmental responsibility, economic viability and long‑term resilience. Sunshine Sugar supports farming practices that protect soil health, water quality and biodiversity, while ensuring productive, profitable agriculture for future generations. They encourage growers to uphold this reputation by participating in the Bonsucro Sustainability Certification process.

We are grateful for Sunshine Sugar’s continued support of our riders and our Valley & Rivers Spring Showjumping community.
https://www.sunshinesugar.com.au
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiGbS8yYrvY&t=1s

06/09/2026

North Coast Stockfeeds– Sponsor of the 1.00 m Open Class
A huge thank you to Nathan and Natalie Johnston from North Coast Stock Feeds for their ongoing commitment to our events. Nathan and his daughter Olivia are regular competitors at our shows, travelling widely and supporting many events across the region — we’re very lucky to have them as part of our Valley & Rivers community.

Family owned and operated for more than 20 years, North Coast Stock Feeds has become a trusted name in the Northern Rivers, helping locals care for their animals with confidence. Based in Ballina, their team combines hands‑on equine experience with a wide product range of premium feeds, veterinary supplies and everyday pet essentials.

Customers value not only their quality products, but also the genuine advice and friendly service that make North Coast Stock Feeds a reliable one‑stop shop for horse owners, farmers, pet lovers and poultry keepers.

We’re grateful for their support of the 1.00 m Open Class at this year’s Valley & Rivers Spring Showjumping.
https://www.northcoaststockfeed.com.au

06/09/2026

Heritage Equestrian & Coffs Coast Farrier – Sponsors of the 80 cm Open & Junior Class (Sunday)
Thank you to Chris and Mel Lee for their ongoing support of our events.

Heritage Equestrian offers a beautiful agistment facility in Upper Orara, complete with a sand dressage arena and rolling paddocks of lush Orara Valley grass. Mel takes in horses of all levels and sizes for sale preparation, presenting each horse with care and attention to detail.

Chris, head farrier of Coffs Coast Farrier, services horses from Grafton to Kempsey and out to Dorrigo, specialising in both barefoot trimming and corrective shoeing. His expertise and reliability make him a trusted name across the region.