Tim Boland, one of Australia’s most respected event riders, has just enjoyed the thrill of seeing a horse he owns win big in England — the talented Sparky Lad.
Champion trainers, Olympians and Group One winners shone on the final day of the Racing Victoria Off The Track Carnival, proudly presented by Boneo Park. With $235,000 in prize money up for grabs and 387 Off The Track Thoroughbreds, it was certainly an equestrian extravaganza for the memory books.
The Racing Victoria Off The Track Carnival is off to a flying start at Boneo Park, marking the first instalment of Victoria’s richest equestrian event.
The countdown is now well and truly on for the inaugural Off The Track Carnival – the largest equestrian event dedicated to thoroughbreds in Victoria which debuts this weekend (13-14 September).
Equestrian Life has partnered with the Melbourne Royal Show to give away 10 double passes! Enter now for your chance to win two General Admission tickets to Australia’s iconic event, running 25 September – 5 October.
Teresa Matthews was honoured with an extraordinary triple win at the 2025 Equestrian Victoria Awards, recognised as Dressage Volunteer, Eventing Volunteer, and Eventing Official of the Year for her tireless service and dedication to equestrian sport.