The NZGCA coordinates several awards and performance competitions for members to celebrate their life with and love of Gypsy Cob and Drum Horses.
All competitions are open to financial members and any NZGCA-registered Purebred Gypsy Cob, Partbred Gypsy Cob, Drum Horse, or Partbred Drum Horse.
Competitions run from 1st April to 31st March each year. Submissions for these awards will be called for after 31st March by the Awards Coordinator. The entries will be collated and judged and the winners announced at the AGM, usually held in May.
For more information on the Awards in each section, click on the buttons below.
PERFORMANCE AWARDS
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In-hand Performance Award - An annual competition recognising results from all in-hand activities
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Ridden/Harness Performance Award - An annual competition recognising results from all activities performed under saddle or in harness.
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Lifetime Achievement Award - A cumulative award that recognises performance in any in-hand, ridden and/or harness discipline throughout the horse’s lifetime. For more info on this award click here.
These awards require YOU to keep track of your wins and placings from competitions, as well as the number of competitors in each class to submit to the NZGCA at the end of the season. Click on the buttons above for more detailed information.
ANNUAL COMPETITIONS
Please note: The Annual Competitions (Gelding Ambassador, Versatility, Pleasure, Youth) and the John Brodie Service Award are taking a break for the 2024-25 season due to previous low entry numbers. These may be revisited/reinstated if there is sufficient demand.