Over the back: trekking in the St James
The trampers’ look of surprise when we pulled our carton of perfectly intact fresh eggs from the saddle bag was priceless. Apparently powdered eggs...
Sarah samples: Icelandic riding
Driving up the metal road to Skógarrönd, one of just a few Icelandic horse studs in New Zealand, I was greeted by a high-stepping...
All in the details
James Baldwin is best known for his striking drawings of aircraft, but the former Brit, now based in Auckland, is quickly gaining a following...
Bee Kind: just the bee’s knees
Rachael Chester started out producing rustic-looking soaps in her kitchen, but she’s come a long way since then. Her business Bee Kind is now...
Fourflax: for one and for all
For many horse owners, taking care of their animals’ health is just as important as their own.
It’s a principle that’s driven the the development...
A lifeline for equine businesses during the COVID-19 crisis
New Zealand is in a nationwide lockdown, and for businesses who are not able to open their doors, an online presence is no longer...
Rosette craft: lasting memories
It doesn’t matter if you are eight or 80; winning a ribbon or rosette is always special. No matter what the colour, no matter...
Cut from the same cloth
Inspired both by the timeless elegance of formal equestrian turnout, and the latest advances in high-tech performance gear, the success of Moore’s Riding Wear’s...
A formula for success
Philippa Hanley started out producing her Hanley Formula in a concrete mixer from her garage, one bucket at a time, but she has come...
Travel: A riding holiday in central Argentina
Endless views of pampas grass hills from the back of a perfectly behaved and incredibly comfortable horse, and the knowledge that a claw-foot bath,...
