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Ponies take flight at Perth’s Ascot Racecourse

On 18 April, the Western Australia State Qualifier for the 2024/25 National Pony Racing Series was held at Ascot Racecourse in Perth.

Aspen Pike and Onyx, representing Ciaron Maher Racing, were the winners of the Large Pony Category. Image by Western Racepix.

Equestrian Life

Published 1 May 2025

“We were delighted to see a strong crowd in attendance, showing fantastic support for our riders. Both races delivered thrilling finishes, and we extend our congratulations to two very deserving winners!” says Lindy Maurice, Chief Executive & Founder of Thoroughbred Industry Careers who run the series in conjunction with Pony Club Australia.

Winner are grinners! Makenzie Hrubos and Jenni, representing Ranvet, were the winners of the Small Pony Category. Image by Western Racepix.

Western Australia Small Pony Category results:

1. Makenzie Hrubos & Jenni representing Ranvet

2. Elaria Atheis & Wildwood Beyond Paradise representing Godolphin

3. Mia Farr & Erigolia Tanwen representing Inglis

Ariat Small Pony Pick of the Yard was awarded to Leshae Itzstein & Jazzy representing Chris Waller Racing

Small Pony Riders Makenzie Hrubos with Jenni, and Elaria Atheis with Wildwood Beyond Paradise coming across the line! Image by Western Racepix.

Western Australia Large Pony Category results:

1. Aspen Pike & Onyx representing Ciaron Maher Racing

2. Stella Brown & Prada representing Thoroughbred Breeders Australia

3. Tahni Williams & Rocky representing Seymour Bloodstock

Ariat Large Pony Pick of the Yard was awarded to Jessie Magda & Ari representing Carl and Lorraine Holt

A close finish! Tahni Williams and Rocky representing Seymour Bloodstock (near side) and Bronte Cochran and Thor representing Magic Millions (far side). Image by Western Racepix.

You can catch up on the results from the qualifiers in South Australia, New South Wales and Victoria – as well as find out more about the series – in the April issue of Equestrian Life. Still to come is the Queensland qualifier this month.

Saturday 10th May 2025 – Jumpstart Day 1: Southport Pony Club

Sunday 11th May 2025 – Jumpstart Day 2: Gold Coast Turf Club

Thursday 22nd May 2025 – Training Day: Gold Coast Turf Club

Friday Night 23rd May 2025 – State Qualifying Raceday: Gold Coast Turf Club

THE FINALS: GOLD COAST, QLD (JUNE 2025)