August with Off the Track WA
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OFF THE TRACK WA NEWSLETTER
AUGUST
Welcome to the eighth OTTWA Newsletter of 2025!
This months edition covers:
- News and Updates
- Upcoming Clinics
- Herd Heroes
- Sponsored Events
- Sponsored Competitors
- Available Horses through the Retraining Program
NEWS AND UPDATES
Standardbred Horse of the Year with Equestrian WA
With a focus on improving opportunities for retired Standardbreds, Off the Track WA look forward to sponsoring Equestrian WA's Horse and Rider of the Year competition. With two Standardbred classes added to the schedule, along with the traditional Off the Track Thoroughbred feature and new Fashions on the Field, this event will be one for everyone to dip their toes into the world of show horse!
Event details
September 7th - State Equestrian Centre
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OTTWA PASSPORT INITIATIVES
UPCOMING CLINICS - AUGUST
10/08 - OTTWA Classic Clinic - Northam - Entries Closed
16/08 - OTTWA Training Day - State Equestrian Centre - Entries Open
03/08 - Albany Pony Club Colin Chantler Clinic - Regionally Sponsored Clinic
16/08 - GCEC Nellandra Henry Clinic - Regionally Sponsored Clinic
22/08 - GCEC Nadine Merewether Clinic - Regionally Sponsored Clinic
OFF THE TRACK STORIES
We invite you to share the journey of your retired racehorse as they transition from the racetrack to a new life as a performance, pleasure, or companion horse. By submitting their story, you'll not only celebrate their achievements but also inspire others in the off the track community!
Read our latest OTT story, sharing the journey of Thoroughbred, Lune De La Terre in his life after racing.
Lune De La Terre is a Victorian bred gelding by Puissance De Lune. Bred at Gilgai Farm, the very same stud that bred Black Caviar, Lune De La Terre was snapped up quickly at the two-year old Sydney sales and sold to Western Australia. Trained by Rebecca Shanks, ‘Lenny’ raced for six starts before retiring...
HERD HEROES
The wonderful businesses and services have agreed to collaborate with Off the Track WA to provide exclusive offers to retired racehorse owners with an OTTWA Passport.
Unlock discounts from your favourite businesses and services through the OTTWA Passport initiative! Claim your retired racehorse to gain access to these exciting offers.
AVAILABLE OFFERS FROM HERD HEROES IN AUGUST!
Dental Vet | August Gastroscope Day!
Dental Vet are partnering with Randlab to bring everyone a $150 per horse Gastroscope Day on August 19th!
Book now via reception@dentalvet.com.au
HorseRecords -> visit here!
Track all your horse husbandry needs through HorseRecords, available for FREE up to three horses, then an ongoing 20% off for additional horses.
Available to those with an OTTWA Passport.
On Track Equine | August Dates
Red Light Therapy and Kinesiology Taping
- Byford, Serpentine & surrounds - 4th & 5th (Monday and Tuesday)
- Roleystone & surrounds - 6th Wednesday
- Williams and Local surrounds - 7th Thursday
- Swan Valley and surrounds - 8th Friday
- $10 off for OTTWA Passports.
- $10 off for Groups of 3 or more.
- $20 for OTTWA groups of 3 or more!
Book: 0430 451 743
SPONSORED EVENTS
August Sponsored Event Dates...
Mark down the following dates in your calendars!
02-03 | Dryandra Show Jumping Championships
09-10 | Western Dressage and WAERA Highbury
13 | Swan River Dressage
16-18 | Dryandra PC Hickstead, Hills Show Jumping and Mortlock Central ODE
22-23 | Wooroloo CCN, WAERA Jarrahdale, Nations Cup Carriage Driving, Beverley Agricultural Show and Interschools National Team Fundraiser
30 | Acresafe SRD Spring Gala Dressage Championships and Moonyoonooka ODE
SPONSORED INTERSTATE COMPETITORS
Australian Interschool National Championships 2025
Thunder God and Ella McCrum return to Sydney for their final Interschool National Championships.
Off the Track WA are proud to sponsor this young rider and retired racehorse combination!
Ella and Thunder God will compete in:
- 1* Combined Training
- 120cm Show Jumping
- 110cm Show Jumping
OTTWA RETRAINING AND REHOMING PROGRAM
The following horses are available through the OTTWA Retraining and Rehoming program. These horses have received vet checks, dental care, body work, and regular handling since retiring from racing. With the support of OTTWA Retrainers, they are now ready to begin their off-the-track careers.
ATHABASCAN
- Standardbred
- Gelding
- 16.1hh
- 12 YO
RETURN TO OZ
- Thoroughbred
- Gelding
- 16.1hh
- 8 YO
MADRID CENTRO
- Thoroughbred
- Gelding
- 16.3hh
- 11 YO
YES MISS JANE
- Thoroughbred
- Mare
- 15.3hh
- 6 YO
When rehoming a horse through the OTTWA Retraining Program, each new owner receives a complimentary 'Rehoming Starter Pack' complete with vouchers, products and advice from our OTTWA Herd Heroes, plus merchandise from Off the Track WA's wide range!
Prices for each horse can be found on their individual advertisements here...
