Breakaway Horse Riders Mackay

Priceless❤️

Thanks Juanita Bosel for sending through some old club records in newsletters. Below is a 2004 Charity Ride and a write up from Jo Davis about one of the infamous ladies camps that happened every year. This one was in 2004. Enjoy

Our second day at Kandy and Greg’s didn’t disappoint. 9 riders again today after a cold night. Never accept it when anyone says it’s just a trail ride or just a trail horse. We contended with a surprise freight train today in trying circumstances and everyone has their story to tell about that. Our riders and horses are something else. Above all our members give to eachother in so many ways. What a great club, our members make it in so many many ways. Cannot thank Kandy and Greg enough. Every headland was slashed and every turn had an arrow. What a lovely, genuine, welcoming couple🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

We have been totally spoiled today at Greg and Kandy’s at Kuttabul. 9 riders Saturday, amazing views, a wonderful camp fire, roast pork, lamb and veges …perfect. More riders are coming tomorrow. We are in for a cold night. Love it❤️🐴

💚❤️ ‼️ LAST CHANCE! ‼️ ❤️💚

Don't forget, 2026 Charity Ride shirt orders close at 7:00pm tomorrow (Friday 5th June) ⏰🐎

👕 $50 per shirt
🎗 $12 from every shirt sold goes to charity
✅ Long Sleeve Only

If you've been meaning to order one, now's the time — once orders close, that's it!

See the original post for ordering details 💚❤️🐎

💚❤️ BY POPULAR DEMAND — CHARITY RIDE SHIRT ORDERS ARE BACK! ❤️💚

We've had so many people asking if they can still get a 2026 Charity Ride Shirt, so we've decided to reopen orders for ONE WEEK ONLY.

🐎 If you missed out the first time, now is your chance to own a piece of Charity Ride history and support a great cause at the same time.

⏰ ORDERS CLOSE FRIDAY 5TH JUNE
🚫 No extensions
🚫 No late orders
🚫 This is the FINAL order

👕 $50 per shirt
🎗 $12 from every shirt sold goes directly to charity

📝 HOW TO ORDER

📩 Message the Breakaway page with:
• Name
• Size
• Quantity

💰 Payment Details
Breakaway Horse Riders Club
BSB: 633 000
Account: 229 538 889

📸 Please send a screenshot/receipt as proof of payment to confirm your order.

Don't leave it until the last minute — once orders close, that's it!

💚❤️ LAST CHANCE • FINAL ORDER • ONE WEEK ONLY ❤️💚






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How a Conversation at the Mirani Hotel Created 25 Years of Community

Twenty-five years ago, two local blokes sat down at a Rotary meeting at the Mirani Hotel.

One was Mike Teuwsen from Breakaway Horse Riders Mackay. The other was Ted Bussey from the Mirani Rotary Club.

Together, they shared a simple idea.

What if the local horse community could come together to raise awareness and funds for cancer research?

That conversation led to the very first Charity Ride.

What started as an idea soon became a community effort. Rotary members jumped on board, helping with nominations, logistics and coordinating support. The CWA ladies stepped up to provide smoko and lunch. Police helped ensure riders could safely travel through Marian and Mirani. Over the years, SES volunteers, sponsors, landholders and countless community members all played their part.

As the event grew, so did the work behind the scenes.

Permits, risk assessments, insurance requirements, traffic management, water trucks, portable toilets, backup floats, first aid, ride stewards, sponsorship, catering and safety planning all became essential pieces of the puzzle.

When Rotary could no longer provide the level of support required, Mike and Ted were determined not to let the event disappear. The Dows Creek Hall Committee stepped in to take on the after-ride festivities, while the club took ownership of planning and running the ride itself.

The ride evolved over the years. Routes changed. Safety standards increased. Celebrity riders joined in. Cancer survivors and families shared their stories. Costumes became a highlight. One of the most special additions was the visit to the aged care facility in Mirani, where residents light up as more than 100 horses ride through. It's become a favourite part of the day for many.

Behind every successful Charity Ride and Bush Muster has been an army of volunteers.

People directing traffic.
People serving meals.
People driving support vehicles.
People organising sponsorship.
People setting up and packing down.
People giving up their weekends so others could enjoy the day.

And among those volunteers was Mrs Bussey Bernice Bussey, who Dad describes as one of the event's true unsung heroes, quietly helping coordinate support and volunteers behind the scenes year after year.

The Charity Muster has never been about one person.

It's never been about one committee.

It's been about a community of people coming together to make a difference.

Now, after 25 years, many of those volunteers are ready to step back and enjoy a well-earned rest.

The question is:

Who will write the next chapter?

Because the reality is that a group of volunteers built this event 25 years ago. If nobody steps forward now, it may not continue.

If you've ever enjoyed the ride, attended the Bush Muster, sponsored the event, volunteered, or simply believe it's something worth preserving for future generations, we'd love to hear from you.

Let's make sure the next 25 years are just as special as the first. ❤️🐴💛

Cheers, Natarsha Steains

💚❤️ SPONSOR SHOUT OUT — GARGETT CWA ❤️💚

A huge thank you to the incredible ladies from **Gargett CWA** for once again helping us look after our riders with smoko at the **Mirani Community Hall** 🐎☕🍰

After a big morning in the saddle, the riders absolutely appreciate being welcomed with friendly faces, a cuppa and something to eat before continuing on their way 🙌

These amazing ladies work hard behind the scenes helping set up, prepare and serve smoko for over 100 riders and support crews, and we are so grateful for their ongoing support of our Charity Ride ❤️

Community events like ours simply wouldn’t happen without wonderful volunteers and groups like the Gargett CWA 💚

Thank you ladies — we appreciate you all so much 🐎❤️

💚❤️ SPONSOR SHOUT OUT — MACKAY CAMERA GROUP ❤️💚

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from the Mackay Camera Group for once again capturing the memories of our Charity Ride 📸🐎

From the early morning registrations to horses on the track, rider friendships, laughs, community spirit and all the little moments in between — these talented photographers spend the day documenting it all for us ❤️

Even more incredibly, they then upload the photos free of charge for our riders, volunteers and families to enjoy and cherish for years to come 🙌

These photos become such a special keepsake from the day and something everyone looks forward to seeing after the ride.

Thank you Mackay Camera Group for donating your time, talent and effort to support our event and community 💚📸🐎

💚❤️ MARIAN LAWNS — THE HEART OF OUR START LINE ❤️💚

A massive thank you to the incredible father & son duo, **Anthony & Corey from Marian Lawns**, who go above and beyond every single year for our Charity Ride 🐎🙌

These legends open up their property and shed to us, helping create a safe, organised and welcoming start point for over 100 riders, horses, floats, trucks and support crews.

From:
🐎 Giving riders a safe place to settle horses
🚛 Making room for cars, floats & trucks
🏠 Giving up their shed for registrations
🌭 Cooking a sausage sizzle breakfast for everyone

…they are there from the early hours making sure everything runs smoothly ❤️

A lot of people see the ride out… but it’s the people behind the scenes like Anthony & Corey who help make the entire event possible.

We are beyond grateful for your generosity, support and community spirit. Thank you for everything you do for Breakaway and our Charity Ride 💚❤️