Breeding
From the rugged hills of Ireland’s west coast to international arenas, the Connemara pony has quietly earned itself a global following, and for good reason.
For successful breeding outcomes, timing is key, as mares are seasonal breeders.
Jessica von Bredow-Werndl’s Olympic champion mare, TSF Dalera BB, is in foal to stallion Vitalis.
As the 2025 Braidwood and District Heavy Horse Show approaches, Christine Ellis takes a look behind the history of heavy horses in the area.
Australian equestrian legend, Chris Burton, has returned home with the goal of giving back to the Australian equestrian community. His wealth of experience and expertise will be instrumental in shaping the next generation of top riders and horses, ensuring that Australia remains competitive on the world stage.
DJWTS has wrapped up with Exact and Alexandra Vodermair winning the Young Dressage Horse Champion of Champions, Neil Diamond VBT and Rachael Lee winning the Young Jumping Horse Champion of Champions, Gemma Creighton claiming her second World Cup win with Dada Des Brimbelles Z, and John Thompson taking out the CDI-W Grand Prix Freestyle with MSJ Gatsby.
Freemans Lodge Global was named the 2025 Young Dressage Pony Champion of Champions, there was another tie for first in the jumping arena, and John Thompson claimed the CDI-W Grand Prix with the young MSJ Gatsby among many exciting moments on day two of Dressage & Jumping with the Stars.