Australian combinations selected to contest the 2026 Trans‑Tasman Challenge at the Sydney CDI

Equestrian Australia is pleased to announce the Australian combinations selected to contest the 2026 Trans‑Tasman Challenge at the Sydney CDI. This year marks the long‑awaited return of the event, and we are excited to re‑establish this important team competition in partnership with ESNZ.

Each National Federation will field a team of two CDI-Y riders and two CDI3* riders.

2026 Australian Trans‑Tasman Team 

CDI3* Riders• 

Mary Hanna and Ivanhoe   
Tanisha Ryan and Prequel

CDI‑Y Riders 

Tia Rose McKenzie and Phenomenon
Rosemary Heagney and MSJ Nemo

Chef d’Equipe – Deb MacNicol

This initiative represents an important step in revitalising a historic rivalry and offering riders a meaningful international‑style team opportunity on home soil.

We congratulate all selected riders and wish them the very best as they prepare to represent Australia at the Sydney CDI.

For event details and schedules, please visit the Sydney CDI website.