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ThoroughbreD Schedule 2021 Competitions
Welcome from the President Our competitions have been showcasing the very best of Queensland since the first Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) in 1876. Competitions are the heart of the Show, rewarding and recognising our exhibitors, and highlighting the vital role agriculture plays in our everyday lives. As you know, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we made the decision last year to cancel the 2020 Ekka. Remarkably, we were able to run eight of our competition sections in a modified format during the worldwide pandemic. More than 3,300 competition entries were received, which was pleasing to see during such an uncertain and challenging year. Our Young Judges, Digital Photography and Bush Poetry competitions were moved online, introducing a new audience to our much-loved Ekka traditions. The Digital Photography Competition was hugely successful, attracting 1,850 entries - up an incredible 2,000 per cent on 2019. We are planning for the gates to open this August and are delighted all 42 of our competition sections will return for Ekka 2021. Our virtual competitions will also stay, as we continue to embrace the digital age to expand the growth and reach of our traditions. In 2021, the Show will open on a Saturday (August 7), running for nine days instead of 10, maintaining two full weekends and the Ekka public holiday. We remain committed to showcasing our wonderful agricultural traditions and look forward to bringing our exhibitors back together again to celebrate what makes Queensland great. Good luck with your entries and we look forward to seeing you at our fantastic comeback 2021 Royal Queensland Show. David Thomas RNA President
143rd ROYAL QUEENSLAND SHOW
SATURDAY 7 – SUNDAY 15 AUGUST 2021
THOROUGHBRED
Council Steward
Mr I Ferguson – Ringmaster
Deputies - Mr D O’Connor, Mr M Grieve
APPLICATIONS TO ENTER CLOSE 8th of August 2021
Unless specified in individual classes, Entry Fees are as follows:
ENTRY FEES RNA Members $29.00
Non-Members $45.00
JUDGING Monday 9th August
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE DETAILS ENTRY, EXIT TIMES AND DIRECTIONS TO BE ADVISED
All Exhibitors will receive an Information Guide that will include Arrival & Departure
directions as well as Accommodation Information after close of entries.
PLEASE NOTE:
Exhibitor onsite accommodation and stabling during Ekka 2021 is currently in the
process of being finalized. This year, your competition entry/s and
accommodation and stabling booking will be submitted separately.
NUMBER OF ENTRIES PER CLASS No restriction
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
**NEW IN 2021**
SPECIAL THOROUGHBRED DAY OPEN SHOWJUMP
Monday August 9th from 4pm
GREAT WARM-UP
BONUS PRIZEMONEY FOR THE HIGHEST PLACED THOROUGHBRED
OPEN TO ALL COMPETITORS (Except Juniors)
Start Height 1.25m
NO Points towards Championships
NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE AFTER CLOSE OF ENTRIES
PRIZES AND PRIZE MONEY SUBJECT TO CHANGE
1** ATTENTION EXHIBITORS - PLEASE NOTE **
Hendra Vaccinations
• Horses MUST be Hendra vaccinated to compete at the Ekka. A current microchip number will be required to
Enter.
• Hendra Vaccinations must be registered as Protected on the Zoetis Vaccination Registry as at August 1, 2021
for entries to be accepted for horses to compete at the Ekka. (NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE GIVEN.)
Horse Registration
• Only horses entered in the Australian or English Stud Book will be eligible to compete. This includes all Led and Under
Saddle Classes (1-10). All exhibits must be entered under their racing name. Australian Stud Book number to be
provided at time of entry.
• Where appropriate, horses entered will be verified through the Racing Information Services Australia (RISA) website.
Safety Equipment
• It is compulsory for anyone riding a horse (including ANSA and Australian Stock Horse Classes) anywhere on the
Showground including practice and schooling arenas to wear protective headgear approved under the current
Australian, European or American Standard. (Please see Horse Regulations - 'DRESS REQUIREMENTS &
EQUIPMENT')
Exhibitor Onsite Accommodation and Stabling
• Exhibitor onsite accommodation and stabling during Ekka is currently in the process of being finalized. This year,
your competition entry/s and accommodation booking will be submitted separately. We will keep exhibitors
updated on when they can book online and more information on accommodation and stabling options will be
provided once finalized.
Showgrounds Access
• From 28 July 2021, all vehicles driving onto the Showgrounds MUST display an RNA Vehicle Access Permit on
their dashboard in order to gain entry. Go to www.ekka.com.au/siteaccess.aspx for more information and to
access the form. Please note there will be no exemptions to this rule.
• Please note there will be no vehicle movement between 4:00pm and 6:30pm, Wednesday 11th August 2021 due
to the Grand Parade. No Exceptions will be made.
2SUPPORTED BY
The RNA wishes to thank the following supporters who have contributed towards the
THOROUGHBRED Competition
DBL Garlands – Designs by Layla
Glenn MacTaggart
Grandview Stud
Horsezone
International Animal Health Products
Kenelle Stud
King Street
Lyndhurst Stud Farm
McMahon Family & Ray White Lutwyche
Mr Dan O’Connor
Ms Jan McMillan
Tattersall's Racing Club
The Chenery Family
The Thoroughbred Show and Performance Horse Association Inc.
If you are interested in becoming a supporter of the Thoroughbred Competition, please contact
Competition Coordinator Tracey Vardy
E: tvardy@royalqueenslandshow.com.au | T: 07 3253 3936 | M: 0416 795 645
32021 ROYAL QUEENSLAND SHOW
HORSE COMPETITION
BREED/SECTION CLASSES DATE RING JUDGE
ANSA SADDLEHORSES
- Led 20 to 29 Friday 13th August AM 1 Mieke Bigg
- Under Saddle 30 to 34 Friday 13th August PM 5
ARABIAN DERIVATIVES
- Led 46 to 51 Saturday 14th August AM 1 Mieke Bigg
- Under Saddle 52 to 56 Saturday 14th August PM 1
AUSTRALIAN PONIES
- Led 57 to 68 Wednesday 11th August AM 2 Penny Greenhill
- Under Saddle 69 Wednesday 11th August PM 2
AUSTRALIAN SADDLE PONIES
- Led 70 to 78 Wednesday 11th August AM 2 Penny Greenhill
- Under Saddle 79 to 81 Wednesday 11th August PM 2
AUSTRALIAN STOCK HORSE
- Hack 95 to 97, 101 Saturday 14th August PM 2
- Led 82 to 93 Sunday 15th August AM 2 Gail Iskra
- Under Saddle/ Working 94,98,100,102 to 105 Sunday 15th August PM 1
CLYDESDALES
- Led 112 to 124 Wednesday11th August AM 1
- Working 125 to 127 Wednesday 11th August PM 3 Nicky Ehrich
- Under Saddle 128 Wednesday 11th August PM 3
PERCHERONS
- Led 161 to 163
- Working 164 Wednesday 11th August PM 3 Nicky Ehrich
- Under Saddle 165
PART BRED PERCHERONS
- Led 166
- Under Saddle 167 Wednesday 11th August PM 3 Nicky Ehrich
- Working 168
RIDING PONIES
- Led (including Show Hunter) 169 to 171 Wednesday 11th August PM 2
172 to 184 Thursday 12th August AM 2 Penny Greenhill
- Under Saddle (including Show Hunter) 185 to 189 Thursday 11th August PM 1
SHETLAND PONIES
Tuesday 10th August PM
- Led 190 to 201
202 3 TBA
- Under Saddle
STANDARDBRED
- Led 206 to 209
- Under Saddle 211 Monday 9th August PM 1 Don Ross
- Harness 210
WALERS
- Led 212 to 214 Friday 13th August AM 2 Marie Evans
- Under Saddle 215
WARMBLOOD
- Led 216 to 221 Friday 13th August AM 2 Marie Evans
- Under Saddle 222
WELSH COB, WELSH MOUNTAIN & WELSH
PONIES
- Led 223 to 240 Tuesday 10th August AM 1 TBA
- Under Saddle Classes 241 to 243
PART BRED WELSH PONIES
- Led 244 to 248 TBA
Tuesday 10th August PM 3
- Under Saddle 249
TROOP HORSE 254 to 257 Friday 13th August PM 5 Lawrence Watts
CHILDS SHOW PONY & GALLOWAY HACKS
(Including SHOW HUNTER) 280 to 287 Sunday 15th August PM 3 TBA
EQUESTRIENNE & EQUESTRIAN TURNOUTS &
RIDER CLASSES
- Lady Rider Classes 289 to 292 Tuesday 10th August PM 1
- Gentlemen Rider Classes 295 to 297 Monday 9th August PM 2 Margaret Hendry NZ
Turnout 293 to 294 Monday 9th August PM 2
298 Saturday 14th August PM 3 TBA
PARENT & CHILD RIDING EVENT
4HACKS
- Gentlemen’s Hack 268 Tuesday 10th August PM 1 Margaret Hendry NZ
- Novice Hack 261 to 264 Tuesday 10th August AM 2 Margaret Hendry NZ
- Open Hack 270 to 273 Tuesday 10th August AM 2 Margaret Hendry NZ
- Ladies Hack 269 Tuesday 10th August PM 1 Margaret Hendry NZ
- Childs Hack over 15hh 269A Tuesday 10th August PM 1 Margaret Hendry NZ
- Novice Show Hunter 265 to 267 Wednesday 11th August AM 1 Lorelei Payne
- Open Show Hunter 274 to 278 Wednesday 11th August PM 1 Lorelei Payne
- The Highbury Memorial Cup 279 Tuesday 10th August AM 2 Margaret Hendry NZ
299 to 300,
GALLOWAY – (Novice and Open) Wednesday 11th August AM 3 Sharon Greenhill
303 to 308
301 to 302,
GALLOWAY – SHOW HUNTER (Novice and Open) Tuesday 10th August PM 2 Lorelei Payne
309 to 312
DRIVEN HORSES AND PONIES – 315 to 317 Thursday 12th August AM 3
- Light Horses and Ponies 318 & 319 Wednesday 11th August PM 3 Sharon Greenhill
313 to 314 Thursday 12th August AM 3
DRIVEN HORSES AND PONIES
- Ponies, 14 Hands and Under 320 to 323 Thursday 12th August PM 2 Sharon Greenhill
DRIVEN HORSES AND PONIES
- Special Turnouts 337 to 340 Thursday 12th August AM 3 Sharon Greenhill
- Whip 341 to 343 Thursday 12th August PM 2
PONY HACKS
- Novice 344 to 348 Thursday 12th August PM 1 TBA
- Open 352 to 356 Friday 13th August PM 1
PONY HACKS – SHOW HUNTER
- Novice 349 to 351
Thursday 12th August AM 1 Lorelei Payne
- Open 357 to 359
PONY HACKS – LEAD REIN 360 to 361 Sunday 15th August AM 3 TBA
(Including SHOW HUNTER)
362 to 364 Sunday 15th August AM
JUNIOR RIDER TURNOUTS 366 to 367 Sunday 15th August AM TBA
3
365 Saturday14th August PM
368 to 369 Saturday 14th August AM 2
JUNIOR RIDER CLASSES 372 to 376 Saturday 14h August AM 2 TBA
370 to 371 Saturday 14th August PM 3
SIDE SADDLE CLASS 288 Tuesday 10th August PM 3 TBA
WORKING HUNTER 377 Thursday 12th August PM 2 Lorelei Payne
FRIESIAN (including Part Bred)
- Led 131 to 139 Mieke Bigg
Saturday 14th August AM 1
- Under Saddle 140 to 142
COLOURAMA
- Led 129 Sunday 15th August AM 1 Marie Evans
- Under Saddle 130 Sunday 15th August PM 2
PALOMINO & PINTO
- Led 148 to 152
Sunday 15th August AM 1 Marie Evans
154 to 159
- Under Saddle 153, 160
APPALOOSA, BUCKSKIN/DUN, PAINT & ANY
OTHER DILUTE
- Led
Appaloosa 41 to 44
Buckskin/Dun 106 to 110
Paint 143 to 146 Sunday 15th August PM 2 Marie Evans
Any Other Dilute 35 to 39
- Under Saddle
Appaloosa 45
Buckskin/Dun 111
Paint 147
Any Other Dilute 40
RIDERS WITH DISABILITIES 378 to 382 Friday 13th August AM 3 Sharon Goss
5YOUNG JUDGES COMPETITION
Young Judges – Horse Monday 9th August 3 Marie Evans
THOROUGHBRED COMPETITION
THOROUGHBREDS – Led 1 to 12 Monday 9th August AM 1 Eric Musgrove
THOROUGHBREDS – Under Saddle 13 to 15 Monday 9th August PM 2 Eric Musgrove
SHOWJUMPING COMPETITION
Judge:
Mr Athol Clarke
700 to 721 Monday 9th August to
SHOWJUMPING 4
800 to 804 Sunday 15th August
Course Builder:
Graeme Watts
FASHIONS ON THE FIELD COMPETITION
Fashions on the Field (Runs concurrently to the Judging to be held on the
1 to 9 Mon 9th August AM
Thoroughbred judging) Main Arena from 9am
**Please note: Times and Judges are Subject to Change at the discretion of the RNA and Horse Committee
6PRIZE MONEY
GENERAL REGULATIONS
1. Prize Money stated in the Schedule excludes GST.
The attention of Exhibitors is drawn to the fact that all entries 2. GST will be added to the Prize Money for Exhibitors
that are accepted will be subject to the Royal National who are registered for GST purposes. Prize money will
Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland Act be paid into your nominated bank account by 31
1971, as well as to the By-Laws, General Regulations of the October following the Show.
Association and any Competition Specific Regulations which 3. The Association will provide a “Recipient Created Tax
appear in this schedule. Invoice” to Exhibitors who are registered for GST purposes.
4. All cash prizes and trophies must be claimed within six
Judging will be performed by a panel of Judges appointed by months from the closing date of the Royal Queensland Show.
the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Prizes not claimed and by that date will be considered to
Queensland. have lapsed, and the amount will become a donation to the
Association. (RNA By-Laws)
No refunds will be made after close of entry. No refunds will be
given for entries not presented or not adhering to the schedule WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY
regulations.
1. The Brisbane Showgrounds are a designated Workplace
If COVID-19 recommendations and mandates advised by the
Federal and State Governments mean the competition class within the meaning of the Workplace Health and Safety
you entered cannot proceed in 2021, the RNA will issue a full Act 2011 and exhibitors/competitors are required to
refund of your entry fee. ensure that they and all persons under their direction or
control, including their contractors or sub-contractors,
NOTICE TO INTENDING EXHIBITORS comply with all requirements of the Act and the RNA
holds each exhibitor responsible to discharge its
Entries for EKKA 2021 can ONLY be made online through our obligations to provide and maintain a safe place and
Exhibitor Portal. Entries submitted other than on the online system of work during occupation by the exhibitor of any
portal will be returned to the Exhibitor and, unless all area of the Showgrounds.
requirements are submitted online by 5.00pm on the 2. Each exhibitor/competitor will assess the risk to
Application to Enter closing date, as shown in the Schedule, themselves, staff, volunteers, family, other exhibitors, RNA
they will not be considered. staff, show visitors, children and any person foreseeably
affected by the presentation of their exhibit.
As a condition for acceptance of all entries, all exhibitors/ 3. Risks identified by exhibitors/competitors will be
competitors agree to the following: eliminated or controlled by the exhibitor/competitor and
• All information submitted as part of my exhibitor particular attention will be paid to ensuring public safety
profile is true and correct, including taxation status and safety of other exhibitors/competitors.
and bank account information. 4. Exhibits will only be held and handled by competent persons
• Neither myself nor my family members will indulge in whose experience is known to the exhibitor/competitor.
any social, professional or other interaction with an 5. A “No Smoking Policy” will be strictly adhered to and
official or judge contracted or sub- contracted by the policed by exhibitors/competitors and all are advised that
RNA before or during the Royal Queensland Show. the use of Primus stoves, any heating or lighting
appliances of a like character, or any naked light, is
strictly prohibited in the pavilions.
PRIVACY STATEMENT 6. Any exhibitors/competitors intending to bring electrical
equipment to the Showgrounds will be required to ensure
You can be assured that the privacy of your personal information
that such equipment is fitted with residual current
is of the utmost importance to us. The information provided by
protection and that all electrical leads, tools and
you in any application for membership or application to enter is
appliances have been inspected by a licensed electrical
used by the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association
contractor and currently tagged. The use of double
of Queensland (RNA) to offer member services or to organize
adaptors is prohibited, and all power boards must also be
and conduct competitions at the Royal Queensland Show. By
tested and tagged.
applying for membership or entering such competitions you
7. All exhibitors/competitors will comply with the requirements
consent to provide such details as your name, address and
of the Act and its Regulations and Standards in every other
exhibit details. Competition information may be made available
respect. This is essential for the safety of all exhibitors/
to the media and included in RNA publications.
competitors and the general public. The Act imposes very
severe penalties in the event of noncompliance with its
The exhibitor irrevocably consents to the RNA publishing or
provisions. Anyone who do not comply will not be allowed
reproducing in any manner whatsoever any particulars or
to exhibit at the Royal Queensland Show.
information in relation to their exhibits; the publication or
8. The Brisbane Showgrounds is subject to a Special Facility
reproduction may be in a printed form or visual image through
License issued under the Liquor Act 1992 and strict laws
electronic means and/or on the internet. Your information will
related to the consumption and possession of liquor across
not be disclosed without your consent for any other purpose
the Brisbane Showgrounds site. The consumption or
unless required by the law. By providing your email address
possession of liquor outside of the licensed bar areas is not
you are consenting to receive communications from us relating
authorized by the RNA and in many cases may be an
to the Royal Queensland Show. For full privacy details visit
offence for which on the spot fines can be issued by Police
https://www.rna.org.au/privacy-policy.aspx
and Liquor Licensing Investigators.
7DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE INSURANCE
132. It there is any inconsistency between By-laws 133 -
161. The RNA may (but is not obliged to) take out a policy of
153 and any other By-laws of the Association, By-laws
insurance in respect of the legal liability on the part of
133 - 153 will prevail.
an Exhibitor for loss or damage suffered by a third party
133. The functions of the Disciplinary Committee shall be
caused by any act or omission of an Exhibit or the
to hear and determine all complaints, allegations and
Exhibitor.
other matters relating to:
162. The RNA, RNA Staff Members and Officials of the RNA
a) prohibited substances, as defined in these By-laws
are not liable to any Exhibitor if the RNA fails to take out
or Sectional Regulations.
a policy of insurance effectively protecting any Exhibitor
b) any alleged breach of the Rules, By-Laws and
or Exhibit, or if any such policy does not operate to
Regulations of the Association by an exhibitor and
indemnify the Exhibitor in respect of the loss or damage
relating to an exhibit or to a competition, except if
in question.
the alleged breach is of a kind that the Chairman
of a Sectional Committee considers is of a less
serious nature and should properly be dealt with REGULATIONS & BY-LAWS
by the Sectional Committee, and
c) any other alleged breach of the Rules, By-Laws All Entries and Exhibitors are subject to RNA Regulations and
and Regulations of the Association that may be By- Laws set out in this schedule as well as other By-Laws
referred to Disciplinary Committee pursuant to By- that may pertain to this competition.
Law 137 (a).
The RNA always reserves the right at its absolute
147. The Disciplinary Committee may announce its discretion without assigning any reason to:
decision orally or in writing. A decision that is a) substitute a Judge when necessary.
announced orally shall have effect in accordance b) re-allocate Judging days for a particular breed.
with its terms. c) if entries numbers require an extra Judge,
148. If the opinion of the Disciplinary Committee is not appoint an additional Judge if necessary.
unanimous, the decision of the majority shall prevail. If
the Disciplinary Committee are equally divided on any Full copies of the RNA By-Laws may be obtained upon
question concerning the guilt or innocence of a person, application to the Competitions Department.
the question shall be resolved in that person’s favour.
149. If the Disciplinary Committee considers that there has If you are unsure of any of the rules stated in this schedule or
been a breach of the rules, By-laws or regulations of your eligibility to enter the competition, please contact the
the Association, it may impose such a penalty as it entries department at entries@royalqueenslandshow.com.au
considers to be appropriate, including without
limitation: GOODS AND SERVICES TAX
a) a reprimand.
b) a monetary fine (payable at such time/s as the The RNA’s ABN is 41 417 513 726
Disciplinary Committee may determine)
c) withdrawal or withholding of any award or
ribbon.
d) disqualification in respect of any class.
e) expulsion from the Showground.
f) where the person concerned is a member,
a suspension or termination of that
membership.
g) a ban.
h) exclusion.
i) prohibiting a Person from exhibiting or
competing at the current Show or at any future
Show.
j) a direction that an Exhibit be removed
from the Showground.
k) any other mandatory requirement; and
l) any other penalty provided for in
other regulations of the
Association.
150. There shall be no appeal from any decision of
the Disciplinary Committee.
8HORSE REGULATIONS 16. Proof of age of each Competitor must be submitted with
the Entry form in classes where age is stipulated and must
be produced on the day of the event if requested by the
1. No horse can compete in a Special or Group Class unless Stewards.
it is entered in one of the breed classes
17. All horses including Rider Classes are required to wear a
2. There is no restriction on the numbers of classes entered breastplate number supplied by the RNA.
nor the number of entries in any one class.
18. The interchanging of Riders in Rider Classes is not
3. In any class for which a prescribed age is a condition the permitted. Horses are able to be interchanged, provided
only horses that can be entered or compete are those the the interchange horse has been nominated in one or more
age of which, calculated by Regulation (a) are in classes at the show for the current year, and wears the
accordance with the conditions. No horses under or over corresponding breastplate for that horse. A Transfer form is
the prescribed age can compete. not required to transfer mounts.
4. A stallion with only one descended testicle is a monorchid, 19. Judges are obliged to work in accordance as directed by
whilst a stallion with no descended testicles is a cryptorchid the Council Stewards.
and both are classed as unsound in stallion classes.
20. The Horse Committee reserves the right to substitute a Judge.
5. Each Horse Stud Book Society may be requested to
appoint an Inspector or Inspectors to examine exhibits in all GRAND PARADE
stud classes other than Thoroughbreds. In the event of the
Stud Book Society Inspectors not being available, the Any Exhibit that is being stabled or judged on Wednesday the
Chairman of the Horse Committee may arrange for exhibits 11th of Aug 2021 must parade in the Grand Parade.
to be inspected by other competent persons.
The Exhibitor of any Exhibit which breaches this Regulation will be
6. Inspectors are required to submit a written report to the liable, at the sole discretion of the Horse & Arena Committee, to
Horse Committee giving details of any animals which they disqualification from the Show, the forfeiture of any prizes, prize
consider to be below Royal standard. Any animal which is money or trophies won and a Penalty of $150.
thus rejected by the Horse Committee shall not be exhibited
and arrangements shall be made for it to be removed from ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC CLASSES
the Showgrounds. Any animal, which in the opinion of the
Horse Committee is not in a fit state to be exhibited, may be Entries in the Hack, Galloway and Pony Hacks (including Show
rejected by the Committee and debarred from competing in Hunter) sections only, unless otherwise stated are required to
the class or classes for which it is entered. provide a performance record of their best 8 performances
achieved within 12 months prior to close of entries for the
7. Any animal rejected must be removed from the forthcoming Royal Queensland Show in comparable events. A
Showground as soon as the exhibitor is notified. minimum of 6 of these must be gained at individual agricultural
shows affiliated with the Agricultural Society organisation in the
8. Competitors may be asked to physically present a copy of state in which the awards were won. Only one performance per
the original registration document for the competing horse to show will be considered.
the Superintendent when obtaining a Crescent (catalogue)
number. Stewards may also wish to view a copy of the Entries in the Child Hack section are not required to provide
original registration document for the competing horse. performance records. Hacks, Galloways and Pony Hacks
Exhibitors must provide the name, colour, sex and microchip
9. STALLIONS - Except where specified stallions are not number of the horse, together with the declaration of
allowed to compete in classes. performances.
10. Competitors in Harness Racing Events are not eligible to Equestrienne & Equestrian Turnouts & Rider Classes Exhibitors
compete in the Miscellaneous Driven Horse & Pony Classes. must provide the name, colour, sex and microchip number of
the horse. For any age event, the riders name and date of birth
11. All horses must be free from hereditary disease. must be provided. Driven Horses and Ponies Exhibitor must
provide the name, colour, sex and microchip number of the
12. Foals accompanying their dams must be haltered and kept horse or pony.
under control.
Junior Rider Turnouts and Junior Riding Classes Exhibitors
13. The Horse and Arena Committee reserves the right to must provide the name, colour, sex and microchip number of
determine which riders shall take part in riding classes the horse, together with the rider’s name and date of birth.
14. An exhibit in a novice class is one which has never won a
first prize at a State or Territory Royal Show. After having
won a novice class an exhibit is not eligible to compete in
any further novice classes of that type at the same show.
15. Nor is it eligible to compete in a corresponding open class
unless nominated for such a class on or before the closing
date of entries.
9RIDER AGE REQUIREMENTS Any person presenting an Exhibit for measuring must follow the
reasonable direction of the Official Measurer or his delegate.
Age of the rider is determined as their age at the first day of the The failure by any person to follow a reasonable direction of the
Show. All riders must be capable of exercising complete control Official Measurer or his delegate will, for the purposes of the
over their horse. RNA by-laws, constitute misconduct.
Mare or Gelding Under Saddle Classes: All riders must be 8 EXERCISE
years of age or over, unless otherwise specified.
An exercise yard for horses will be available. Exercising horses
Stallions: Open to riders who must be capable of controlling in any other section of the Brisbane Showgrounds, particularly
their mounts at all times on lawns, is absolutely forbidden.
Hack Classes: Open to riders 12 years of age and over, unless Times for riding and lunging in the exercise yard will be
otherwise specified. Pony Hack Classes: Open to riders 8 years displayed on a sign at the entrance. Horses are permitted to
of age and over, unless otherwise specified. exercise on the Main Arena at the direction of the Horse
Superintendent, subject to weather conditions.
Junior Riding Classes: All riders to be at least 8 years of age
and under 17 years of age, unless otherwise specified. The Horse Committee reserves the right to cancel the entry of
Exhibitors using the arena without permission.
Galloway Classes: All riders to be 8 years of age and over,
unless otherwise specified. HORSE FLOATS
Driven Horses and Ponies: All drivers must be 15 years age or With the Association’s permission, horse floats may enter the
older. Brisbane Showgrounds for the purpose of loading or unloading
horses competing at the Royal Queensland Show. Any such
An amateur rider is defined as one who has never received a horse float which is brought on to the Brisbane Showground
fee for horse riding. must be loaded or unloaded with all reasonable despatch
(approximately 1 hour) and immediately leave when loading or
HORSE AGE & HEIGHT unloading is completed.
The age of all horses to be computed as of the 1st of August. Each float must be accompanied by an escort on foot where
Every horse foaled before the 1st of August in any year shall be possible. If any person fails to comply with this Regulation, then
deemed to be one year old on that date. such person shall be liable for any one or more of the following:
a) Such person may be fined by the Horse Committee.
Where height is stipulated the exhibit must be measured by the b) The horse float in question may be removed from the
RNA’s Official Measurer or his delegate. This includes all breed Showgrounds at the risk, cost and expense of such person.
classes with the height regulations stated. All exhibits shall be
measured at the highest point of the wither. ROLL CALL
An exhibit over or under the specified measurement shall be Competitors in ring events should have horses in the assembly area
transferred to its appropriate class. Unless instructed by the not later than 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the event.
Honorary Council Steward/Steward, an exhibit shall be measured
only once, however, a second measure may be granted at the An exhibitor not being present with his or her horse at the time of
discretion of the Official Measurer or his delegate. roll call, which will take place five minutes before the
commencement of the event, will not be permitted to compete in
The RNA’s Official Measurer or his delegate will be in attendance such event.
on the Showgrounds at times determined by the RNA. All horses
and ponies must be correctly bitted when being presented to the No Exhibitor or Attendant will be permitted to enter or remain in
measurer. Handlers of exhibits being presented to the measurer, the assembly area unless his or her horse has affixed to it an
MUST be a minimum of 17 years of age, otherwise the handler Exhibit number and is required to enter the ring to compete in a
MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult. Class or event.
When measuring an exhibit an allowance of 9.5mm (3/8”) for A Competitor in riding events will be permitted to enter the
shoes may be made by the measurer. Should an exhibit be assembly area provided that he or she is mounted, has an arm
measured with its shoes on the exhibitor may if he so desires band number affixed and is required in the ring to compete in
have the horse re-measured without shoes. The measurers an event.
may, at his discretion, direct the removal of shoes from any
exhibit and re-measure the horse without shoes. No allowance
will be made for grass tips and no shoe allowance will be given
unless both front Hooves are shod.
The decision of the Official Measurer shall be final. In the event
of a dispute the Honorary Council Steward may direct any
exhibit to be re-measured in which case the exhibit shall be re-
measured by the Official Measurer in the presence of the
Honorary Council Steward and the height then decided.
10DRESS REQUIREMENTS & EQUIPMENT The restraining helmet harness must be secured and fastened at
all times.
All riders and attendants are required to be neatly and
appropriately attired whilst in the assembly yard or the judging CONDUCT IN MAIN RING
rings in the main arena. Shorts, singlets, thongs, joggers and
similar attire are not permitted. Hats or English dress caps Without limiting any provision contained within the By-Laws or
(tweed caps) must be worn by all male and female handlers in elsewhere, the following additional regulations apply to any
the judging rings. persons permitted by the Steward-in-Charge of the Assembly
Yard to enter the main arena with exhibits or otherwise:
Any person who, in the opinion of the Honorary Council a) Smoking is strictly prohibited.
Stewards/Stewards, is not suitably attired shall be excluded b) The use of mobile phones is prohibited (only RNA
from entering the main arena or competing in an event. Councilors are exempt from this rule).
c) Rugs are not permitted on horses taken in main arena
In addition to the above requirements please note certain (unless presented).
classes have specific requirements with the following applying: d) Buckets and excess grooming equipment will not be
Ladies & Gentleman Attire: permitted.
The Judge's decision as to what comprises correct attire shall Whilst in the main arena, Exhibitors and Competitors will be
be final but as a guide to competitors in the classes the wearing under the direction of the Honorary Council Stewards, the
of the following is suggested: Steward-in-Charge of the assembly yard and the Stewards-in-
Formal Classes: Charge of the respective judging rings.
• Approved Safety Helmet
• Coat – Formal The Association accepts no responsibility if judging times conflict
• Tan or black riding boots with one or more Classes or events in which an Exhibitor may be
• Stock entered. Where a conflict may occur, it is the responsibility of the
• Breeches any light shade of fawn or cream Exhibitor to notify a withdrawal from either event.
• Boots - Long formal
• Spurs Attendants or leaders will not be permitted in the ring during the
• Shirt and tie or stock judging of Saddle Classes.
• Crop or leather covered cane
• Gloves Each competitor in the Driven Horse and Pony Classes must have
• Waistcoat - any colour a suitably attired handler in attendance in the Ring to hold the
exhibit when not working out. Handler's attire must include coat,
Informal Classes: tie and hat.
• Approved Safety Helmet
• Shirt and tie In all Harness Classes the catalogue number is to be attached to
the rear of the vehicle.
• Coat
• Jodhpurs or breeches and gaiters can be worn
• Gloves optional CRUELTY - EXCESSIVE USE OF WHIPS & SPURS
• Elastic sided Boots
The excessive use of whips or spurs by any rider in any contest
• Riding Cane
will not be countenanced. Any rider continuing the practice after
• Gloves
being warned may be debarred from competing further in the
• Tweed Coat
particular event.
Show Hunter Tack & Equipment:
Under penalty of elimination, no competitor may carry, or use a
• Saddlery should be clean, neat and well-fitting but
whip exceeding 75cm in length overall nor one which is
may be more ‘workmanlike’ than for ridden show
weighted at the end. Spurs which are capable of wounding a
classes.
horse are forbidden. There must be shank not exceeding 4cm
• Bridle – basically a Show Hunter should wear a simple
in length pointing only towards the rear.
double bridle with a plain front (brow band) and
noseband. NO ribbon, coloured or fancy brow bands.
Cruelty to horses is forbidden either in the ring in the paddock
A snaffle bridle is equally acceptable.
or elsewhere.
• Bit – choice of bit is optional. Bits should of course fit
properly.
The RNA shall be the sole judge of what constitutes cruelty, and
• Saddle: A Show Hunter saddle should be a straight
includes without limitation:
cut show or dressage saddle preferably with a slight a) to whip or beat a horse excessively;
knee roll for the rider’s comfort. b) to subject a horse to any kind of electric shock;
• General Hunting Attire should be worn for Hunter c) to use spurs, or to jab the horse in the mouth with the
Class bit, excessively or persistently;
d) to rap a horse;
Approved Head Gear: e) to remount, or attempt to remount, an exhausted,
All Persons riding a horse must wear approved safety helmets to lame or injured horse;
the current Australian, European, British or American Standard f) to hypersensitise any part of a horse;
whilst mounted including but not limited to Competition and g) to leave a horse without adequate food, drink or
Exercise arenas. exercise;
11EXHIBITOR ONSITE ACCOMMODATION/STABLING CATTLE TICK CONTROL
Exhibitor onsite accommodation and stabling during Ekka is The Brisbane Showgrounds is a prescribed area under the
currently in the process of being finalised. This year, your Stock Act 1915. It is the responsibility of the horse owner or
competition entry/s and accommodation booking will be person in charge of the horse to obtain these documents and
submitted separately. We will keep exhibitors updated on when ensure horses travelling with them are free of cattle ticks.
they can book online and more information on
accommodation/stabling options will be provided once finalized. Any horse which has had any risk of exposure to cattle ticks
should be treated with an approved acaricide 4 – 7 days prior
EXHIBITORS PASSES to entry to the Brisbane Showgrounds. The product used and
date administered should be provided to the Biosecurity
Exhibitor passes will be issued on the following basis Inspector when obtaining your travel permit.
HORSE IF NOT STABLED: A travel permit is mandatory for ALL horses entering and leaving
1 Pass per 4 Horses the Brisbane Showgrounds (irrespective of whether they are
travelling from Queensland or interstate). Travel permits can be
HORSE IF STABLED FOR LESS THAN 5 DAYS: posted, emailed or faxed to interstate or regional exhibitors in
1 to 2 Horses = 2(1 day) passes x the number of days advance of show.
competing
3 to 4 Horses = 3 (1 day) passes x the number of days HENDRA VIRUS VACCINATION
competing
5 or more Horses = 4 (1 day) passes x the number of days The RNA requires all horses attending or competing at the
competing Royal Queensland Show to be vaccinated against the Hendra
virus. This decision has been made following a review of our
HORSE IF STABLED FOR 5 DAYS OR MORE: Biosecurity Plan in conjunction with Biosecurity Queensland.
1 to 2 Horses = 2 x 9 Day Pass (Issued as 10x Single Day
Passes) It is the Exhibitor’s responsibility to ensure their horses are up to
3 to 4 Horses = 3 x 9 Day Pass (Issued as 10x Single Day date with their vaccinations. Only horses which have proof of
Passes) vaccination will be allowed to enter the showgrounds and
5 or more Horses = 4 x 9 Day Pass (Issued as 10x Single Day compete at the events.
Passes)
Exhibitors will be required to provide the microchip number at
RIDER CLASSES: the time of entry for each vaccinated horse. This pertains to
1 x Exhibitor Pass (1 day) per day of competition. every class including Rider Classes. Microchip numbers are
Plus an additional pass for classes 360, 361, 363, 364, 373, supplied at the first dose of the vaccine. Entries will not be
374, 375 and 376. accepted without a microchip number.
Discounted additional competitor passes can be purchased All entries will be verified by Zoetis Australia and the RNA’s
online at the time of entry for a single day or for the 9 days of accredited veterinarian. Horses will also be scanned and
Ekka. checked throughout the Show. For more information please
refer to our website under the Horse Competition section
QUEENSLAND BIOSECURITY REQUIREMENTS www.royalqueenslandshow.com.au or contact your
veterinarian.
The following conditions will apply to stock and vehicles moving
onto the Brisbane Showgrounds. EXHIBITORS PLEASE NOTE: Horses must be registered as
protected on the Zoetis website as at August 1st 2021 to have
Interstate Exhibitors must present the following documents: their entry to compete at the Ekka accepted. Microchips will be
• Combined Horse Health Declaration and Waybill scanned and checked off on arrival.
• A separate Horse Health Declaration and Waybill must
be supplied every time horses enter the showgrounds. DISCLAIMER: The decision whether to have any animal
vaccinated against the Hendra virus and compete at the Show is
Queensland Exhibitors must present the following documents: made at the exhibitor’s absolute discretion. The RNA is not liable
• Combined Horse Health Declaration and Waybill for, and the exhibitor and owner release the RNA from any liability
• A separate Horse Health Declaration and Waybill must for, any death or illness of a horse and damage, loss or claim
be supplied every time horses enter the showgrounds. incurred by the exhibitor or owner arising from the vaccination of
the horse against the Hendra virus or the contraction of the
It is compulsory to complete a combined Horse Health Declaration Hendra virus in the event that the vaccination fails.
and waybill for ALL horses entering the Brisbane Showgrounds.
Horses are to enter the Brisbane Showgrounds via Gate 4
(O’Connell Tce).
Vehicles will be stopped on entry to the showgrounds and
paperwork (Horse Health Declaration/Waybill) will need to be
shown to the official on the gate and handed to the Horse
Superintendent once on the grounds.
12INTERSTATE HORSES The exhibit will then be ineligible to compete in the class in
which it is entered or paraded and upon such disqualification
The requirement to seal vehicles carrying livestock has been the exhibit shall forthwith be removed from the Judging Ring.
waived.
WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS
Exhibitors should be aware that clearing facilities at
NSW/Queensland Border Crossings at Kirra/Tweed Heads and All withdrawals must be submitted in writing (via post or email)
Mt Lindsay are not permanently staffed. Exhibitors should make to the RNA Horse Competition Coordinator. Any refund
prior arrangements with the respective Border Crossing Points requests must also be submitted in writing accompanied with a
before commencing their journey. vet certificate prior to the start of Show. A $50 administration
fee will be deducted from the overall refundable amount.
The phone numbers of the major Border Crossings are listed
below: JUDGES SELECTION PROCESS
Tweed Heads
(Kirra treatment facility) The following outlines the collaborative process used by the
P: 07 5536 4714 Councillors of the Horse and Arena Committee to select judges
Mount Lindsay for Royal Queensland Show horse competitions.
P: 07 5536 4714
Initially, correspondence received from societies is reviewed and
For further information call DAFF Queensland: (07) 3404 6999 Breed Society judge lists consulted. In some cases, societies
are also consulted for advice.
DISCLAIMER: While the conditions of entry in regards to
disease are correct at the time of publication it is the The committee’s aim is to provide variety to competitors from
responsibility of the owner that all conditions current at the time year to year. This has to be tempered with the availability of
of entry are met. individual judges, bearing in mind that Ekka is mainly during a
working week. The Committee also has to work within a budget
VETERINARY SERVICES and cost considerations such as travel for national/international
judges must be considered.
The Association has made arrangements for veterinary services
to be available on a 24 hour basis commencing on Sunday Other issues considered by the Committee include the
1 August 2021 through until Sunday 15 August 2021. proficiency of individual judges, such as a high level ability to
rank and to remain consistent throughout competition.
The official veterinary surgeons are permitted to charge their
normal consultation fees plus an hourly rate for extended The RNA reserves the right at all times to:
services. In addition exhibitors will be required to pay the cost of a) Substitute a Judge when necessary;
all drugs used. Exhibitors will be responsible for the payment of b) Re-allocate Judging days for a particular breed.
all monies owing to the veterinary surgeons. c) If entries numbers require an extra Judge, appoint an
additional Judge if necessary.
No Prohibited Substance shall be administered to any animal
exhibit except with the permission of the Council Stewards, or The final list of judges is approved by the Horse and Arena
under the direction of the Association's Veterinary Surgeon who Committee.
shall advise the Council Stewards if, in his opinion, such
Prohibited Substance has or is likely to have any effect upon the PRODUCE STORE
animal which would be material to its chance of being awarded
a prize. In such case, a Council Steward may, in his absolute
discretion, debar the animal from competing.
Exhibits that are under treatment on arrival at the Brisbane
Showgrounds must have treatment sheets submitted to the
Horse Superintendent's Office within 12 hours of arrival and
scheduled pharmaceuticals must have authorisation of the
prescribing Veterinary Surgeon.
STALLION/COLT
All Stallions and Colts one year and over bought into the ring for
Led and Ridden Classes must be in the charge of a competent
handler/rider, properly controlled, with a suitable restraining bit
in their mouth and wearing head gear of proper strength and
quality which is in use during handling.
The Judge/Ring Steward in Charge shall have the right to
disqualify any exhibit, if in his opinion such exhibit is not able to
sufficiently be controlled in a safe manner for judging to
continue.
13FODDER AND BEDDING CONDITIONS PRIZE RIBBONS
Hay, Chaff, Silage and Green Fodder may only be introduced if: Grand Champion Red, White and Blue
a) It is grown in and held in a Tick Free Zone and
transported directly to the RNA Grounds, or Champion Purple
b) It originates from a Cattle Tick Infected Zone, but the Reserve Champion Dark Green
fodder has not had contact with livestock in the nine
months prior to entry to the RNA Grounds, or First Blue
c) It is silage from a Cattle Tick Infected Zone which has
been harvested and wrapped in plastic for a period of Second Red
not less than 28 days prior to entry to the RNA Third White
Grounds.
Fourth Yellow
If the fodder is accompanying livestock from interstate, then a
description of the fodder may be endorsed on the livestock Fifth Light Green
permit or Owner Declaration. Sixth Brown
Materials not carrying the necessary certificate under the above Seventh Buff
Regulations will not gain entry to the grounds.
Eighth Pink
It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to provide all fodder and Ninth Orange
top up bedding requirements for his/her exhibits.
Tenth Grey
The following materials may be used for bedding: Sawdust or
Shavings must only be used to top up of bedding, bags of Special Prizes Pale Blue
which will be stocked by the official Produce Merchant.
For Group Classes - Pink and Blue, Pink and Red, Pink and
Within the limits of the storage space assigned to exhibitors White, Pink and Yellow, for First, Second, Third and Fourth,
they may bring their own bedding and fodder to the grounds respectively. Ribbons will only be attached to exhibits in the
prior to the commencement of the Show. Horse, Cattle, Sheep, Pig, Goat and Dog Sections.
After midnight on the Thursday prior to the start of the Show,
no fodder or hay type bedding will be permitted onto the
grounds unless for, and accompanied by livestock on the same
vehicle, unless the Director otherwise permits.
Exhibitors are required to make sure that sufficient bedding is
always in the stall for their exhibits. Stalls will be inspected daily
and exhibitors not complying with this requirement will be dealt
with at the discretion of the Horse Committee.
RING MASTER
The word Ringmaster includes the Ringmaster, any deputy or
assistant Ringmaster and any person for the time being
exercising the functions of the Ringmaster.
A determination by the Ringmaster on any question or dispute
arising in or incidental to the conduct of the ring or the conduct
of any Competition, parade, Exhibition or event or as to the
action of any Exhibit or Exhibitor or Competitor or as to the
proper description of anything whether animate or inanimate
shall be final and binding upon all Exhibitors.
RNA YOUNG JUDGES COMPETITION
The RNA “HORSE” Young Judges Competition will be
conducted at the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) in 2021. This
competition gives aspiring judges the opportunity to showcase
their budding talents. This competition is open to competitors
under 25 years of age.
Further information will be available in the Young Judges
Schedule. Competitors will be able to find the schedule on the
Royal Queensland Show website.
14Class 10 Best Presented Horse and Handler
THOROUGHBRED For any exhibit that has competed in classes 1- 9.
Judging to include horse, handler and gear.
First: Association Sash, Trophy; Second: Ribbon;
Only horses entered in the Australian or English Stud Book will Third: Ribbon
be eligible to compete. This includes all Led and Under Saddle
Classes. All exhibits must be entered under their racing name. CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED GELDING
Australian Stud Book number to be provided at time of entry. Winners of Classes 3 and 9 only eligible to compete.
$1,500, Association Sash, Product
Where appropriate, horses entered will be verified through the
Racing Information Services Australia (RISA) website. RESERVE CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED GELDING
$500, Association Sash, Product
LED CLASSES CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED RACE HORSE IN TRAINING
Winners of Classes 7 and 9 only eligible to compete.
Class 1 Mare, 4 years old and over $500, Association Sash, Product
That has not started in a registered meeting in the
Metropolitan or a Provincial area during the last CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED STALLION
calendar year. Winners of Classes 4 and 5 only eligible to compete.
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, $1,500, Association Sash, Shield, Perpetual Trophy, Product
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon
RESERVE CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED STALLION
Class 2 Mare, Led Hack Type, any age $500, Association Sash, Product
That has previously started in a race at a registered
meeting but now must be competing as a Show CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED MARE
Hack. Winners of Classes 1, 2,7 and 8 only eligible to complete.
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, $1,500, Association Sash, Product, Trophy
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon
RESERVE CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED MARE
Class 3 Gelding, 3 years old and over $500, Association Sash, Product
That has not started in a race at a registered meeting
in the Metropolitan or a Provincial area during the last SUPREME CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED
calendar year. Open & QTIS Horses eligible. Champion Stallion and Champion Mare only to compete.
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, $1,500, Association Sash, Trophy, Perpetual Trophy, Garland,
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon Product
Class sponsored by King Street
MOST SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITOR
Class 4 Stallion, 6 years old and over Association Sash, Rug, Product, Voucher
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250,
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon UNDER SADDLE CLASSES
Class 5 Stallion or Colt, 3 years old and under 6 years in
Class 13 Thoroughbred Mare Under Saddle over 15 hands
Memory of George Moore
First: $100, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $60,
That has started or not started in a registered meeting Ribbon; Third: $40, Ribbon
in the Metropolitan or a Provincial area during the last
calendar year. Open & QTIS Horses eligible. Class 14 Thoroughbred Gelding Under Saddle over 15 hands
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, First: $100, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $60,
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon Ribbon; Third: $40, Ribbon
Class 6 Colt, Gelding or Filly, 2 years old and Under CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED UNDER SADDLE
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, Winners of Classes 13 and 14 only eligible to compete.
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon Association Sash, Garland, Product
Class 7 Open Mare, 4 years old and over RESERVE CHAMPION THOROUGHBRED UNDER SADDLE
That has started in a race or official barrier trial at a Association Sash, Product
registered track in the Metropolitan or a Provincial
area during the last calendar year. Class 15 Pleasure Thoroughbred Under Saddle
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, Open to all Studbook Thoroughbreds registered
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon with The Thoroughbred Show & Performance Horse
Assoc Inc. Any age, height or sex. To be ridden in a
Class 8 Filly, 3 year old snaffle bit.
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250, First: $100, Product, Ribbon, Voucher; Second:
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon $60, Ribbon; Third: $40, Ribbon
Class 9 Gelding, any age
That has started in a race or official barrier trial at a
registered track in the Metropolitan or a Provincial area
during the 12 months preceding the day of judging.
First: $600, Ribbon, Voucher; Second: $250,
Ribbon; Third: $150, Ribbon
15FASHIONS ON THE FIELD
Please note that the Best Dressed Stapper Classes can be
found in the Fashions on the Field Schedule, which is run on the
same day.
Class 8 - Best Dressed Lady Strapper
Class 9 - Best Dressed Gentleman Strapper
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