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Horse riders call for safer roads this summer
Thursday, 15 December 2016, 1:44 pm | New Zealand Horse Network
As the summer holiday period approaches more drivers will be taking to New Zealand's roads, particularly the scenic, and rural roads often used by horse riders, and pedestrians. NZ Horse Network urges all motorists to slow down, and learn how to drive safely ... More >>
Bicentenary of the Arrival of the Horse in New Zealand
Friday, 19 December 2014, 2:30 pm | New Zealand Horse Network
The arrival of Samuel Marsden’s ship at Rangihoua in the Bay of Islands on 22nd December 1812, marks the first arrivals of horses and some other livestock in New Zealand 200 years ago. In a country that has been largely defined by agriculture, ... More >>
Road Safety Awareness Week for Horse Riders Too
Tuesday, 20 May 2014, 9:18 am | New Zealand Horse Network
As winter approaches more riders will take to the roads to avoid riding in wet and muddy paddocks, and because club grounds, parks and trails close. NZ Horse Network urges all motorists to use road safety awareness week to take a refresher course ... More >>
Kicking off the Years of the Horse in New Zealand
Saturday, 1 February 2014, 12:20 pm | New Zealand Horse Network
It's 31 January, and much of the world's attention is drawn to the beginning of the Chinese Astrological Year of the Horse. However, 2014-2015 marks two New Zealand anniversaries that were much more significant in the creation of our nation and culture. ... More >>