Where champions begin before anyone knows their names There is a version of horse racing that most people never see. It has no grandstand noise, no flashing cameras and no finish-line celebrations. Instead, there are green paddocks, early mornings, quiet stables and horses being prepared for lives that may eventually take them to Australia’s biggest…
Discovering the Southern Highlands’ horse-racing culture Just beyond Sydney, the Southern Highlands offers a very different version of Australian horse racing. Here, racing is surrounded by rolling countryside, historic properties, thoroughbred farms and small communities where horses have long been part of the local landscape. The region’s connection with racing is perhaps best represented by…
Every October, the Australian racing world turns its attention to The Everest, the world’s richest turf race. Run over 1200 metres at Royal Randwick in Sydney, the race attracts elite sprinters competing for millions of dollars in prize money and international recognition. While the race itself is held in Sydney, the Southern Highlands of New…
The Southern Highlands of New South Wales is renowned for its horse culture, picturesque landscapes, and thriving equestrian community. Among the region’s most respected equestrian organizations is Southern Highlands Endurance Ride Inc (SHERI), a club dedicated to the challenging and rewarding sport of endurance riding. Each year, SHERI hosts endurance rides that attract riders from…
Few horse racing events capture the charm, history, and community spirit of regional Australia quite like the Bong Bong Picnic Races. Held annually in the picturesque Southern Highlands of New South Wales, this iconic event has become one of the nation’s most beloved country race meetings. Combining thrilling thoroughbred racing, elegant fashion, and a vibrant…
The Burradoo Polocrosse Carnival is one of the Southern Highlands’ most exciting equestrian events, bringing together riders, horses, and spectators for a weekend of fast-paced competition and family-friendly entertainment. Held annually at the historic Bong Bong Racecourse near Bowral, the carnival showcases the unique Australian sport of polocrosse and attracts competitors from across New South…
Few country horse races in Australia can match the history, tradition, and community spirit of the Bong Bong Cup. Held annually as the feature race of the famous Bong Bong Picnic Races, the event has become one of the most celebrated picnic races in the nation and a treasured sporting tradition in New South Wales’…
The Southern Highlands of New South Wales has earned a reputation as one of Australia’s premier regions for thoroughbred breeding. Known for its rolling green hills, fertile soils, reliable rainfall, and mild climate, the region provides ideal conditions for raising healthy and successful racehorses. Located between Sydney and Canberra, the Southern Highlands has become home…
