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Australia: Hooves of steel, hearts of gold

The Tom Quilty planning committee at Stirling's Crossing Equestrian Complex in Imbil. 317343_01

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27/09/2025 Erle Levey

It’s a feeling of accomplishment … having completed a 160km horse ride in a day through the Australian bush.

However, the Tom Quilty Gold Cup is not just about the rider. It’s also knowing that your horse has been allowed to shine, to be the best it can on the day.

In recognition of the growing popularity of horses in the Gympie-Burnett regions, Australia’s premier endurance event returns to the Mary Valley in 2026.

It will be the third time in seven years that the Stirling’s Crossing Endurance Club at Imbil is to have the honour of hosting the event.

As such, it highlights the respect that the governing body, the Australian Endurance Riders Association (AERA), holds for the region.

This is a particular honour as it will be the 60th anniversary of the Tom Quilty ride, with up to 300 riders from across Australia expected to participate...

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Australia: Hooves of steel, hearts of gold

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