News & Stories
SPPHAWA Competitors Dance Into the Spotlight
August tenth saw 36 retired racehorses entering SPPHAWA’S Standardbred, Thoroughbred and Partbred Dressage Championships. Hosted at the beautiful grounds of Magenup Equestrian Centre, competitors were treated to a lovely day in the sun despite the day before receiving significant downpours. Proudly sponsored by Off the Track WA, we were thrilled to see fresh faces participating […]
The Beachcomber | Jumping with Snoop
The Beachcomber is one of many versatile standardbreds enjoying their off the track career. Bred in 2013, this pacing gelding began his race career in 2016 for 15 starts. After three wins for lifetime earnings of $19,927, The Beachcomber retired from racing in 2017. Known as Snoop Dog, this handsome gelding was first introduced to […]
Success in Albany with Colin
Riders in Albany were treated with another clinic opportunity recently, coached by dressage coach, Colin Chantler. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, Colin ventured to Albany to provide flatwork lessons to local Albany riders, proudly sponsored by Off the Track WA. Due to high demand, the clinic was extended over two days to allow […]
Lloyd Jumps to the Stars
Retraining program graduate, Four Needed NZ, is launching himself into jumping prominence. Retrained and sold in 2021, Ella and Lloyd have been working together to become show jumping superstars. Lloyd has a clear talent and passion for jumping, always leaving plenty of air between the poles. Ella has worked to establish a stronger canter and […]
Under the Gun | Tupac’s Career Change
After only four starts, Under the Gun retired from racing ready to start his off-the-track career. This Casino Prince gelding began his racing career in 2022 with Dion Luciani for his first few trials. He then moved to Michael Lane’s stables and retired finally with Coreen Maynard. Retiring in 2024, Under the Gun was rehomed […]
Another Classic Success in Baldivis
Early July, Off the Track WA returned to Baldivis for another classic clinic designed to provide educational opportunities for retired racehorses. With thirty-four entrants, this clinic offered groundwork, flatwork and jumping lessons. Coached by Dianne Colley, Elizabeth Tollarzo and David Carey, this educational clinic allowed retired racehorse owners to access affordable and supportive learning opportunities […]
Lune De La Terre | Lucky Lenny Loving Life
Lune De La Terre is a Victorian bred gelding by Puissance De Lune. Bred at Gilgai Farm, the very same stud that bred Black Caviar, Lune De La Terre was snapped up quickly at the two-year old Sydney sales and sold to Western Australia. Trained by Rebecca Shanks, ‘Lenny’ raced for six starts before retiring […]
Zanzibar | Tall and Talented Zanzibar
Tall and handsome, Zanzibar by Crowded House is one of many retired racehorses in Western Australia enjoying his life after racing. Trained for twelve starts in which he won one race, Zanzibar retired from racing in 2024. Beginning his racing career in Victoria with trainers such as Danny O’brien and Jarrod Robinson, Zanzibar moved into […]
A Little Wet in Wandi | Educating Retired Racehorses
Our OTTWA Encouragement Clinic at Magenup Equestrian Centre in June was hit by the winter weather, leaving the arena a little wetter than anticipated. This provided a great learning opportunity for the horses in attendance, and we might have spotted some future eventers in the making! Luckily, the arena drained eventually to allow the riders […]
Building A ‘Stable’ Community
As part of the 2024 Off the Track WA Community Fund, we gladly supported the installation of stables for the horses of Equine Connections. With several retired racehorses associated with their program, Off the Track WA (an initiative of Racing WA) partially funded the installment of these stables to provide support and shelter to the […]
