Huntingfield Pony & Riding Club

HUNTINGFIELD NEWS

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After years of setbacks and heartbreak, Taylee Carr and her borrowed horse Rudi headed to the Grade 3 Masters Pony Club Trials with zero expectations—and came home with the win.🏆

👉 Click HERE for Taylee's report or find our BLOG page on the navigation menu at the very top of the page!

Membership – 2026 Season

Pony Club memberships (new and renewals) are now open on JustGo.

For current members, please note you have until 30 June to renew your membership.

New members can join now and enjoy full membership through to 30 June 2027.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your membership, please reach out (huntingfieldponyclub@gmail.com) we’re always happy to help.

https://pca.justgo.com/

Huntingfield Games Team

Southern Zone Games

Well done team Huntingfield!

So incredibly proud of you all.

So much resilience, so many smiles, so much support and kindness.

That’s what it’s all about.

Next - State Games.

Goodluck to the A Team.

Pony Club Tasmania Awards

Nominations for the 2025/26 Pony Club Tasmania Awards are now open and will close on 7 June. Pony Club Tasmania is encouraging clubs across the state to submit nominations recognising the achievements of their members, volunteers, coaches and clubs.

Nomination Process

Nominees should refer to the guidelines by clicking on the PDF below.

PCT Awards Guidelines 2026.pdf

The assessment criteria are equally weighted and will be scored by the selection committee. Nominations should be around one page (500–1000 words) in total, and should include examples and sufficient detail so the PCT committee can properly assess each entry.

Contact DC Clare Stewart about your nomination and the submission process.

Award Categories

The following awards reflect the key elements of success for the organisation and align with the PCA Award Categories:

Best achievement by a rider aged 12 years and under*
Best achievement by a rider aged 13–17 years*
Best achievement by a rider aged 18–25 years*
Best achievement by an adult rider (over 25 years*)
Pony Club Alumnus
Coach of the Year
Young Coach of the Year (30 years and under*)
Volunteer of the Year
Club of the Year

age as at 1 January this year

Save the Date!

The awards will be presented at the PCT Gala Awards Dinner at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston on 15 August. It promises to be a fun night out celebrating the achievements of Pony Club members from across Tasmania. Northern Zone is once again hosting the event, following last year's successful evening which brought members together from all corners of the state.

Helmet Safety

Your helmet is your most important piece of safety gear, it’s the one thing standing between your head and serious injury in a fall. But helmets don’t last forever, and it’s important to know when to replace them to keep you protected every time you ride.

When should you replace your helmet?

Every 3–5 years: Manufacturers generally recommend replacing helmets every five years from the date of purchase due to material wear and degradation over time. However, if you ride very regularly you may need to replace it sooner.

Immediately after a fall or impact: Even if it looks fine, the internal protective foam can be compromised after any hit. A helmet that has absorbed an impact may not protect you again in the same way.

If the fit changes or straps are worn: A helmet that is loose, tight, or has weakened straps won’t protect you properly.

Hot Tip: Always check the date of manufacture inside your helmet when you buy it, the protective materials start aging from that point, even if it hasn’t been worn yet.

Important: Helmet Standards Are Changing

From 1 January 2026, updated international equestrian helmet standards begin rolling out, with further changes continuing through 1 January 2028. These new standards are designed to improve protection and align with the latest safety research.

This means: Helmets will progressively need updated safety tags and certification to meet the newest standards.

If your helmet only meets older standards, even if it’s still within its lifespan, you may need to upgrade to compete or comply with Pony Club / EA rules.

Stay ahead of these changes by checking your helmet’s certification and planning your next upgrade before the standards shift in 2026–2027.

Your head is worth it, and a well-timed helmet replacement could make all the difference.