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Max Is Mad For Off The Track Thoroughbreds
17-year-old Max Robinson chose horses over motorbikes and his decision has already paid off. He was one of just eight talented Pony Club riders selected to help retrain retired racehorses for a tri-nations showjumping competition which begins today.
Horses Come First In Isabel’s Mind
While Isabel Roach’s friends were heading off to Schoolies Week, the then eighteen-year-old was heading to the stables. Instead of a holiday, she bought herself a Thoroughbred as a graduation present and now they’re competing in national level dressage together.
Spurred On By The Love Of Horses
More than three decades of military service took a heavy toll on Shane Cheney but he’s found solace in an equine therapy course run jointly by Racing NSW and RSL LifeCare.
Hayley’s Crusade A Family Affair
“Of course I’m going to try and beat her!” They say blood is thicker than water but when Hayley Robl and her mum Elaine saddle up for the One Star event at Denman Horse Trials this weekend, family ties will be left in the float.
Elaine’s Tower Of Strength Worth Waiting For
Elaine Robl developed a soft spot for Pirellone as his trackwork rider and adopted him at the end of his career. While he wasn’t a star racehorse he & Elaine are winning plenty of ribbons in retirement.
Crafty Vixen Conquers Coona
Tamworth school girl Holly Turnbull didn’t have high expectations for her 13-year-old thoroughbred heading into the six-bar event at Coona, but she shocked herself by jumping clear at 1.35m and winning the prestigious competition.
Man About Town Jumping For Joy
A breathing problem cut short Mr Manhattan’s racing career but nothing is holding him back in life after racing.
Retired Racehorses Helping Troubled Teens Get Back On Track
When renowned horseman Patrick Herde walked into Burton’s Saddlery in early 2018, as he had done hundreds of times before, he had no inkling this particular visit would set him on the path for his greatest and most rewarding challenge yet.
Angel Rises From An Unexpected Place
Raise An Angel was meant to be exported at the end of her Australian racing career but a series of events led to her being abandoned in a paddock at Yass. She was rescued by Racing NSW and adopted by a top horse trainer’s wife who discovered a heartwarming link to her past.
Retired Racehorse Representing Australia In Eventing
Last November 19-year-old equestrienne Hannah Klep had a six-month goal of competing in three star events with her off the track thoroughbred, Reprieve. This week they will represent Australia at the Oceania Eventing Championships in New Zealand, blowing even Hannah’s own expectations out of the water.
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