The elite of New Zealand’s dressage came out to play at today’s Horse of the Year Show, the crowds significantly swelling as fans gathered to watch Louisa Hill and Bates Antonello, New Zealand’s sole dressage rider to have qualified so far for the London Olympics.…

In accepting the honour, Dannevirke farmer Stuart Mitchell said he couldn't have done any of it without the support of his parents Lex and Barbara, and then his wife Joan and their children. Mitchell has enjoyed a highly distinguished and…

The six day event kicks off today (Tuesday) in Hastings and has attracted more than 2600 horses and riders from all over the nation, along with a select few from Australia. Riders are vying for top honours across 18 disciplines, ranging from…

Equine feed and supplement manufacturer, HYGAIN Feeds are proud sponsors of the Horse of the Year Volunteers program at this years show on the 12th-18th of March. Sporting red T-shirts and red caps the 300 plus volunteers will certainly stand out…

We are delighted to welcome all Media Personnel and Commercial Photographers to attend the Horse of the Year 2012, but first of all you must be registered.

The first ever parade of stallions will be held just when everyone is heading to the prestigious Hall of Fame dinner on Thursday evening. Parade organiser Lisa Beck is promising a parade with a difference,…

For the 2012 show, gate tickets are being sold through Ticketek. Early bird specials are now available for purchase at special prices. These will last until the 28th February. So make the most of the bargains on offer…

Save this date! The 2011 Horse of the Year Show will screen on TV One in a two-hour highlights programme on Sunday, March 27, followed by a one-hour special on the Bell Tea Olympic Cup on April 3, 2011.

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By Diana Dobson The pretty palomino horse who captured the hearts of the nation after being found with wood preservative splashed on his face has had a great start to the 2011 New Zealand Horse of the Year Show…

The 2011 New Zealand Horse of the Year Show was launched in style last night (Tuesday) before nearly 300 people at the Waikoko Gardens in Hastings. Among the festivities at the Hawke's Bay Showgrounds was also an honouring of two people who had done much for the show over the years…