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30/06/2024
ERLE LEVEY
The Gympie-South Burnett Region is making a name for itself in endurance riding. ERLE LEVEY takes a look at the latest events and the impact it is having on the community as well as the horse-riding fraternity.
“It was a technical track but there were so many smiling faces among the volunteers to help us on the course.’’
Endurance horse riding in the Gympie-South Burnett region is taking a big step forward this season with new events being added to the calendar as well as hosting the state championships.
The Biggenden Endurance Ride at the weekend provided competitors with the chance to improve both their stamina and that of their horses.
Yet it also showed what country towns are capable of in hosting such events, and a reminder of the importance the support of people and businesses in the community provide.
It underlines how the charm of our towns and the beauty of the Australian bush provide the basis for such events that capture the imagination.
First Wondai and now Kilkivan have been added to the 2024 calendar. Both are in September and follow the Queensland State Championships to be held at Widgee in July.
The events provide for a lead-up to the 2024 Tom Quilty Gold Cup to be held in South Australia...
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https://noosatoday.com.au/news/30-06-2024/a-big-step-forward/
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