ANZAC Day at Brookfield Showgrounds

Moggill Pony Club along with other local pony clubs has again been asked to participate in this year’s ANZAC day remembrance event at the Brookfield show grounds with a led troop of Pony Club horses and ponies. This re-enacts the donation of horses to the war effort, with local horses being led to the grounds for recruitment. 

What:  Pony club members lead their horses in pairs in a troop line led by members of the Light Horse, and stand behind the Army XI and Brookfield cricket teams along with Armoured Vehicles for the remembrance, including recital of the Ode and the Last Post. 
 

When:  10.15am Wednesday, 25 April for parade at 11.00am and completion around 12.00

Where: Parking of floats in the cemetery paddock and gathering near the gate to the sand arena for lineup and practice with instructors

Who: Horse to be presented in neat natural presentation in bridle; rider to be in formal pony club uniform including helmet and gloves.  Parents can accompany junior riders as required and medals can be worn (right side for those wearing medals on behalf of loved ones) ANZAC Day at Brookfield Showgrounds