Chairman Ms Manon Strachan said “Victoria Park has always been part of the event and the relocation from Rymill Park will allow us to utilise existing infrastructure that will let us to provide a better viewing experience for all spectators.”

 

“The short relocation to the heart of Victoria Park will enhance the already world-class reputation by centralising the event and making access and parking easier. The move will also significantly raise the number of free viewing areas for the general public over the three days and give us a greater opportunity to run more activities, displays and entertainment.” Ms Strachan said.

 

Event Director and dual Olympic Gold medallist Ms Gillian Rolton said "In 2011 the Market Place, VIP hospitality marquees and the popular “Ponies in the Park” will all make the move to Victoria Park in front of the magnificent Heritage Grandstand giving this year’s event the look and feel of an English Country Fair.

 

“Rymill Park and its popular water complex will remain a key part of the cross-country stage of the event,” explains Ms Rolton. “In a first for the event, we will be offering reserved grandstand seating around the newly updated, expanded and technically challenging water complex, giving spectators a chance to get a close up view of all the thrills the water jump complex offers.”

 

Tickets for the 2011 event are now on sale and can be purchased online at australian3de.evolveshop.com.au. Early bird ticket prices apply to tickets purchased prior to 30 September 2011.

 

In April the Australian International 3 Day Event was awarded global pro-tour status by the international sporting body, The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), and joined the global HSBC FEI Classics™ Series. Adelaide will host the second leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™ 2012 season on 18-20 November 2011.

 

This year competitors in Adelaide will be chasing vital points for a share of the $333,000 HSBC FEI Classics™ series prize pool – the largest on offer in eventing. The best rider and horse combinations will also be working hard to push their case for selection for the London 2012 Olympics.