General News
15 March, 2023
Showjumping returns
THE Western District Showjumping Championships returned to Mortlake over the long weekend.
THE Western District Showjumping Championships returned to Mortlake over the long weekend.
The popular equestrian event, conducted by the Caramut Riding Club, draws top riders from across Victoria to Mortlake each year.
A wide range of jumping classes was held across the three-day weekend, with thousands of dollars up for grabs in prize money.
Riders put on a show for the enthusiastic crowd, with results including:
Mt Shadwell Championship results:
1st - Tim Clarke and Kanntango;
2nd - Kristy McSween and Wondaree Spice;
3rd - Kristy McSween and Busy Bee;
4th - Jorja Kirsopp-Cole and Tame the Tiger;
5th - Genna Sordello and Cera Cara Mia;
6th - Gabrielle Robertson and Carousel;
7th - Monique Johnstone and Winterwood Banjo; and
8th - Georgia Hodgetts and Yandoo Pasadena.
John Barclay Junior Championship:
1st - Zara Adnams and Digmac Dicso King;
2nd - Nellie Rogers and Valiant Star;
3rd - Kaylee Stephens and Burnside;
4th - August Tilders and Patangas Kandy Kane;
5th - Lucy Borrack and Beethoven;
6th - Zara Adnams and Tally Ho Primrose;
7th - Maddie Mayne and Ruby Tuesday; and
8th - Sunday Borrack and Get Rhythm.
Olivine Championship sponsored by Walkenny Park:
1st - Elissa Stephens and Vertigo;
2nd - Max Height and Snow Valour;
3rd - Lachie Wake and Riccardo MVNZ;
4th - Daniel Weidenbach and Manuka MVNZ;
5th - Morris Clarke and Gisborne Girl;
6th - Bek Carrolan and CP Quigley;
7th - Kristy McSween and Busy Bee; and
8th - Tim Clarke and Kanntango.
Mini Prix:
1st - Russell Johnstone and Cantara;
2nd - Elissa Stephens and Da Vince;
3rd - Sam Robertson and Valvet Cate;
4th - Garry Kermond and Tulara Casciado;
5th - Scottie Barclay and Cashed Up;
6th - Ally Wake and Olympia MVNZ;
7th - Tim Wilson and Vivarchie; and
8th - Sam Williams and Oaks Kiribati.
Winner and place getters for the main event, the Binnie Barclay Grand Prix, were:
1st - Russell Johnstone and Dondersteen;
2nd - Sam Williams and Oaks Kiribati;
3rd - Hayden Parker and Tulara Spangenberg;
4th - Jess Pateman and Celso;
5th - Katie Hope and Oaks Gunn;
6th - Daniel Weidenbach and Manuka MVNZ;
7th - Max Height and Castlederg; and
8th - Susie Williams and Commander NZPH.
