News & Stories
OTTWA Open Day Success
On November 30, 2025, Off the Track WA opened up our Estate gates for the first time to the general public. The weather was beautiful, and we were thrilled to see so many of you come through the gate to learn more about Off the Track WA and our initiatives. We enjoyed showing everyone around […]
Wrapping Up the Clinic Season
Throughout 2025, OTTWA in partnership with Equestrian WA, hosted 12 clinics. These clinics are designed to educate and assist retired racehorses as they transition from a racing career into an off the track lifestyle. With three clinic types to choose from, we have catered to all experience levels: Encouragement – suited for green and freshly […]
Equestrian in the Park
Hotly anticipated throughout the year, Equestrian in the Park made its big comeback following a hiatus in 2024. With over 50% of the entries riding retired racehorses, Off the Track WA were eager to continue our long-standing partnership with Equestrian in the Park to support those competing. The weather was perfect, the venue beautiful, and […]
Billy Boeing is jetting off on his Off the Track Career
Billy Boeing is a Mr. Aviator USA gelding, born in 2015. Trained by Bradley Chinnery and driven by owner, Lorne Steer, Billy Boeing paced in 14 starts before retiring in 2019. Rehomed to Naomi Mead, Eric settled into an off-the-track lifestyle. Standing out with his chestnut coat and white markings, Eric has been well placed […]
Educating Retired Racehorses in Baldivis
In October, we ventured back to Baldivis to host another successful Classic Clinic. With 37 horses attending, we were thrilled to have so many different combinations join us for a day of learning. Colin Chantler took on the advanced and intermediate flatwork lessons, helping riders find connection and suppleness within their horses. With hands on […]
Boyd and Silva Martin deliver an OTT Masterclass here in WA
What a night we had on Wednesday, with Boyd and Silva delivering an insightful and incredibly encouraging and rewarding Masterclass. While it was super to have Boyd share his wealth of experience, we couldn’t be more impressed with the four Thoroughbreds who were ridden throughout the night. Even Boyd himself said that if he could […]
As Tough As Steel stays in the family
As Tough As Steel is a Jet Laag USA gelding from Western Australia. After 86 starts, Dusty retired from racing with trainer and owner, Darryl Stead. Accumulating a career total of over $65,000 and seven wins, Dusty was ready to explore a new lifestyle. Dusty remained in the Stead family, beginning his off the track […]
Brigadoon CCI + Patrons Cup Show Jumping
Off the Track WA were thrilled in October to sponsor another Patrons Cup weekend of show jumping followed by EWAP’S Brigadoon CCI event. Each event saw retired racehorses excelling in their disciplines. WASJA Patrons Cup weekend hosted 79 retired racehorses competing across three days of competition. Off the Track WA sponsored four OTT exclusive classes, […]
Retired racehorses competing at Equestrian in the Park
Grand Prix Horses RACENAME COMPETED AS SIRE DAM RETIRED FROM RACING Lost East Estees The Diamond Thief Medal of Honour Barber’s Belle 2013 Steel Business Kendlestone Park Elite Key Business Smile Swiftly 2014 Lyrical Discourse Lyrical Discourse Discorsi Harping 2014 Distribute Azarax Blackfriars Bermaise 2017 Madamchino Madamchino Maschino Madam Jewel 2019 Skater Boy Skater Boy […]
Nothing can stop Jethro
Although bred with the intention to race, Jethro never made it far into the pacing or harness lifestyle. Purchased direct from trainer, Brad Lynn as an unbroken Standardbred gelding, Tori Gladwell was prepared to take on the challenge of finding Jethro a job he enjoys. Having owned several Standardbred previously, Tori was keen to take […]
