Dunedin Fire Brigade Restoration Society
A charity established to preserve the history of the Dunedin Fire Brigade. Be sure to check out the display and give the kids a wee ride!!
Working Equitation
Working Equitation (WE) in NZ is a relatively new but growing equestrian sport that combines elements of classical dressage, obstacle navigation, and occasionally cattle work. It emphasises harmony between horse and rider, responsiveness, agility, and versatility—qualities historically valued in working horses. Open to all breeds, riding styles (English or Western), and rider levels. WE in NZ is governed by Working Equitation NZ (WENZ)
A Working Equitation 2 day competition and have a go day will be held over the EquiSouth weekend, please contact Vic Nelson - vicnelson@hotmail.com or follow the link attached to enter.
Otago Show Jumping
In conjunction with EquiSouth
Entries are now open for the Odds and Evens competition being held at 1.30pm each day. Please contact Anne Beattie via Facebook or message EquiSouth for contact number.
Entry $10, Limited spaces available.
This is spectacular to watch - so don’t miss out!!
For entry details please contact Otagoshowjumping@gmail.com
The Otago Vintage Machinery Club
The Otago Vintage Machinery Club is based at the Machinery Museum in Outram, Otago. Members can see each other every week, with meetings once a month.
Otago Goldfields Heritage Trust
The Otago Goldfields Heritage Trust (OGHT), aims to develop, represent and promote the historical sites, trails and events of Otago
Including 33rd Goldfields Cavalcade, finishing in Middlemarch! 28th Feb – 7th March 2026.
Be sure to check out the Gold Panning at the Otago Goldfields stall !
Rare Horse Society of NZ
The Rare Horse Society of New Zealand is dedicated to educating and promoting the rare horse breeds found in New Zealand.
Be sure to check out the amazing collection of some of the rare breeds we have right here in New Zealand
Bill Noble Grand Prix Dressage Instructor
Bill, formerly a UK-based international dressage trainer and coach, first developed a relationship with NZ through working with Kiwi eventers during their golden period in the 1980’s. this further developed through marring a kiwi, and the pair moved permanently to NZ in 1998, where Bill continued his work with both dressage riders and horses. Bill has trained a score of horses to grand Prix, including 3, who between them won 5 Horse of the Year Grand Prix titles. We are both pleased and privileged to have Bill with us at EquiSouth this year, showcasing his profession with grace and style.
Limited spaces still available to have a lesson with one of the best. Please contact EquiSouth Facebook page for details.
Central Mammoth and Mules
With a passion for all things Equine, Ellwin Cowie took herself off for a grand adventure in the USA to check out Mules
With the lack of Mules here in New Zealand, it became an ongoing interest for Ellwin to start her breeding programme.
With the success showing in the beautiful mules we see today, we are delighted to have Ellwin and her Mules with us at EquiSouth.
Be sure to visit these amazing Equine !
And just because she can - Ellwin has a new venture - check it out in the shopping section of the website !! Equi Trail Pens !
Phil Swanson
SPO Shoeing
Phil will be showcasing his skills at EquiSouth on the Saturday only.
Horse not picking up their feet calmly?
Doesn’t stand quietly for your farrier?
Young or untouched horse needing their feet handled and you aren’t sure where to start?
If you would like to learn Phil’s technique that will have your horse standing calmly for their feet to be worked on without an issue - then be sure to take advantage of Phil here, at EquiSouth ,and book your equine friend in for some training and give them the best start ever!
Each session is approx 1 hour, this include training and a trim from Phil - a top notch farrier !
Cost involved is for the trimming only - make sure to book through either Phil or EquiSouth.
SIT Telford Campus
Always wondered what goes on at Telford Equine Studies??
Now is your chance to catch up with the team, watch their talented students showcase their skills and have a chat. Be ringside for their show jumping coaching sessions and grab a taste of what Telford Equestrian life is all about.
Equine Enchantment, showcasing the magnificent beings that are horses. Together the Equine Enchantment dream team combine their love of horses with horsemanship, music, dance and theatre into inspiring and heartfelt performances and shows.
One performance only at EquiSouth this year - so be sure not to miss these amazing performers on Saturday the 1st November 2025.
Plus
Don’t miss the night performance at the Otago Indoor, Dukes Road.
Equine Enchantment Night Show, Otago Equestrian Centre, Dukes Rd Mosgiel. Saturday 1st Nov , 5.30pm - 7.30pm. Entry $10, Children under 12- $5
Equine Enchantment
Pee Wee Power!
And for a dose of pure adorableness and future talent, be sure to catch our Pee Wee Barrel Race display at high noon each day! These pint-sized cowboys and cowgirls will show off their skills in a must-see event. Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of rodeo excitement at EquiSouth 2025! We can't wait to see you there!
Rodeo Descends on EquiSouth
Get ready Rodeo Fans !
This is your exclusive chance to meet and mingle with current and past rodeo champions, NFR finalists, and personnel. Get all the tips tricks and advice about how to get started, or improve your event, and how to get involved in your local rodeo club.
Be in to Win !
While you're here take your shot at winning a family pass to the upcoming 2026 National Finals Rodeo being held at Waikouaiti! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to see the nation's top rodeo athletes compete live.
Rhys Evans
Horsemanship
Hailing from Owaka Valley in South Otago, Rhys brings with him the knowledge and that magic touch to show us what Horsemanship is all about.
Be sure to catch up with Rhys in the round pen at EquiSouth this year.
