New registration rules for showing Standardbreds

New registration rules for showing Standardbreds

With the phasing out of freeze branding, owners entering Standardbred and partbred Standardbred horses in breed classes at agricultural shows and other equine events across Australia, where breed is relevant, must be current financial members and horses registered...
New gate entry for SAQ events

New gate entry for SAQ events

Important Update: New Entry Point for SAQ Club Grounds The SAQ Committee has recently undertaken a risk assessment regarding entry to the club grounds. This process is part of our ongoing commitment to safety, security, and smooth event operations for all members,...
Super Falcon – Champion on and off the track

Super Falcon – Champion on and off the track

Since Verona Begadon adopted Super Falcon, AKA Mango, through the SAQ Horse Placement Programme, they have worked hard to achieve their riding and competition goals. We asked Verona to tell us about her most successful year of competition to-date; 2024. “Baby I need...
SAQ’s January 2025 Muster

SAQ’s January 2025 Muster

The recent January Muster hosted by the Standardbred Association Queensland at Marburg proved to be a relaxed and rewarding day for a small but enthusiastic group of ten horses and their riders, each eager to enjoy a day of low-stress activities and networking. The...
Do you have a horse that you need to retire?

Do you have a horse that you need to retire?

The SAQ Horse Adoption Program is your answer, and we have vacancies. The Standardbred Association of Queensland has been running its renown Horse Placement Program since its inception in 2002. During that time, we have re homed over 1,300 off the track Standardbreds,...
Celebrating Queensland Standardbred OTT Champions

Celebrating Queensland Standardbred OTT Champions

The 2024 Equestrian Queensland Annual QOTT Leaderboard for Off-The-Track Standardbreds has been a testament to the versatility and talent of this incredible breed. The year-long competition showcased the Standardbred’s ability to excel in multiple equestrian...

RULE CHANGE COMING

With the phasing out of freeze branding, owners entering Standardbred and partbred Standardbred horses in breed classes at agricultural shows and other equine events across Australia, where breed is relevant, must be current financial members and horses registered with the home state’s Standardbred Pleasure and Performance Horse Association.

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