Competitors
Timetables, draws and details for every discipline.
Competition Schedule
Get your first look at the Ranvet 2025 Pony Club Australia National Championships!
The Competition Schedule includes an overview of event formats, entry guidelines, age groups, tests and phases for each discipline, plus the draft event timetable. Detailed daily schedules, draws, and stable & camping allocations will be published closer to the event — so be sure to check back for updates.
Competition Timetable
The provisional competition timetable is now available.
Please note this timetable is subject to change — be sure to check back regularly for updates as the event approaches.
Draws
The draft draws — including individual ride times and ring allocations — are now available. Click below to view the latest updates.
- Draft Draw: Wednesday 24 September
- Final Draw: Monday 29 September
Please check back regularly, as it is the competitor’s responsibility to stay up to date with any changes.
Please email any draw errors or clash of timetable to Sally Wiseman at participation@ponyclubaustralia.com.au
Rules & Regulations
Make sure you’re across the rules before you ride.
This section includes the PCA National Gear Rules and discipline-specific regulations you’ll need to compete at the Pony Club Australia National Championships.
PCA National Gear Rules
Rider Numbers
- All riders/horses will be allocated a rider number; it is recommended that all riders supply their own bridle number holder. Your rider number will be published with the draw.
- Eventers, please supply your own back number holder. Numbers will be printed and available for collection (you can print your own number if preferred). A link to download the number template will be available shortly.
Dressage
To be run under EA National Dressage Rules 2025
Showjumping
The following Articles will be held under EA National Jumping Rules:
Table A 238 2.1. – Table A
Art 238.2.2 245.3 – AM7
Article 273.2.2, 3.3.3, 4.3 – Grand Prix / 2 Round Championship
Eventing
Tetrathlon
Mounted Games
Download the Mounted Games Handbook
Download the Mounted Games Rule Book
Formal Gymkhana
Quiz
Quiz Competitor Guide This guide contains everything Quiz competitors and their team managers need to know for the Ranvet 2025 Pony Club Australia National Championships – including dress requirements, event phases, rules, timetable details and recommended resources.
Download the Quiz Handbook
Download the Quiz Rule Book
PCA National Gear Rules
Dressage (coming soon)
Showjumping (coming soon)
Eventing (coming soon)
Tetrathlon
Mounted Games (coming soon)
Formal Gymkhana (coming soon)
Quiz (coming soon)
FAQs
We’ve pulled together answers to the most common questions about arriving, competing, and enjoying the Ranvet 2025 Pony Club Australia National Championships.
From stabling and trot-up requirements to camping, feed orders, and the Awards Night, you’ll find the key details here to help plan your Nationals experience.
Arrival & Departures
Interstate competitors may arrive from Monday 29 September after 2pm.
Victorian competitors may arrive from Tuesday 30 September.
Horses approved to stay off-site must arrive before 8am and depart after 4pm on competition days.
Departures are after the final event on Saturday 4 October. Any early departures require approval from your state office.
Bump-In & Trot Up
The first Trot Up will take place from 12pm Tuesday 30 September.
Order will be by state, then by discipline within the state, starting with Victoria.
A second Trot Up will be held on Thursday morning for those with approval. Requests for approval must be made in advance.
The full Trot Up timetable will be included in the competitor rider pack.
Horse Health Declarations are not required.
Temperature checks will not be required.
Presentation: Plaiting is recommended but not compulsory. Horses must be washed and neat. Riders are to be in state uniform (polo shirts are acceptable).
Stabling & Camping
All competitors who requested powered sites will have them allocated.
For camping queries, please contact Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre on 03 9741 7672 (business hours) or 0418 685 312 (after hours)
Welcome Dinner
- Hosted by Central Zone of Pony Club Victoria.
- Pay on the night. Tickets NOT available for pre-purchase.
- 5pm – 7:30pm
- Please see flyer for full details
Meals for Competitors & Officials
- All competitors & Officials that have paid entry will have a ticket for dinners on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
- Tuesday Welcome Dinner is BBQ as per above section.
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday dinner tickets can be used at any of the food vendor trucks on site:
- Barrel of Beans – coffee, drinks, Asian fusion
- Bright Lites – chicken wraps, burgers, fries, hot dogs
- Country Baked Potatoes – gourmet potatoes
- Hole in the Wall Pizza – pizza and pancakes
- Lick Your Lips – breakfast, loaded fries, pasta, burgers, fish and chips
- Competitors, please present your lanyard cards provided in your rider bags to validate your meal collection.
- Saturday night awards dinner & presentation at The Grand Star (Bus ticket not included)
State Hubs
State Hubs (marquees) will be located on the Bruno Lawn (see map), to the East of the dressage arenas and next to the Racing Victoria Riders’ Lounge (in the Old Admin Building).
Refunds
A 25% administration fee applies for scratchings after entries close.
A valid medical or veterinary certificate must be supplied for cancellations.
Feed & Hay Supplier
- Feed orders can be placed via Pet, Horse & Farm
- Order by 12pm for next day delivery (week days only)
- Online orders preferred
- To receive free shipping, enter the code PCN2025.
- Please include stable/yard number and contact name/number.
- For assistance, phone 1300 362 326 (Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm)
Awards Night & Dinner
The Awards Night will be held at the Grand Star Conference and Function Centre (499 Grieve Pde, Altona North) on Saturday 4 October at 5.30pm.
Overall champions and the Roger Braham Shield will be presented.
- All competitors receive a dinner ticket as part of their entry; you will soon receive a ticket via email link; competitors will need to RSVP to confirm your spot at the dinner.
- Extra dinner tickets ($90) for family members have currently sold out, there is a wait list should tickets become available those next on the wait list will be informed. Official Dinner ticket Waitlist
- Transport arrangements: There is plenty of parking available, We also have busses running. Bus tickets are $12.57 p/p (This includes bank fees) and must be prebooked.
- Bus tickets: Tickets must be pre-booked: https://events.humanitix.com/bus-ticket-for-official-dinner
Site Rules
Scooters, bicycles, and similar are not permitted near stables, yards, or horse areas.
Dogs: Please leave pets at home. Only guide, support, companion, or assistance animals are permitted.
Spectators & Family members
If you have family members coming along to watch, please have them register for their free ticket at the following link: https://events.humanitix.com/pony-club-national-championships-2025-event-spectator
Competitor questionnaire
Please complete our fun competitor questionnaire to assist with commentary and social media features: https://form.jotform.com/252157977922065 
Rider Bag & Merchandise Collection
- Rider bags can be collected from office after 9am on Tuesday 30th September.
- Pre-ordered Nationals merchandise will be available for collection at the PCA marquee from 2pm Tuesday 30th September.
- A limited amount of Nationals merchandise will be available for purchase at the Pony Club Australia marquee in the trade village. We will also take orders.
PCA National Gear Rules
Dressage (coming soon)
Showjumping (coming soon)
Eventing (coming soon)
Tetrathlon
Mounted Games (coming soon)
Formal Gymkhana (coming soon)
Quiz (coming soon)
Stable & Camping Allocations
Stabling, yard, and camping allocations for the Nationals have now been published on this page. Please check your allocation carefully before arrival.
All camping and fire protocols must be followed.
For stabling and camping enquiries during the Nationals, please contact Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre on (03) 9741 7672 (business hours) or 0418 685 312 (after hours).
Bedding Requirements
Only sawdust or shavings are permitted to be used at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre. Please book your bedding online directly through the venue.
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