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Australian riders wishing to compete in the Pacific League World Cup Final in New Zealand

Australia and New Zealand have agreed that New Zealand will be the host nation of the 2016/17 Pacific League World Cup Final.

The Event will take place during the National Dressage Championship at Manfeild Park Stadium, South Street, Feilding, New Zealand from 1-5th February 2017.

Information for Australian Competitors

Transport

Horses fly to Auckland Airport
Riders can fly to Palmerston North via Auckland. Palmerston North is 20 mins from venue. Hire cars available at airport
Distance to Feilding 485km approx. 7 hours driving
Overnight Options (depending on flight arrival time)
Betty Brown / Sheena Ross (both within 30mins of airport)

Or Direct to:

National Equestrian Centre Rapids Rd, Taupo, Cabin Accommodation available for grooms
Motels in Taupo or hotel at Wairakei approx 20mins / 10mins drive
Stables/covered yards and small turnout paddocks for horses

Information on : http://www.nzequestrian.org.nz/esnz/facilities/nec-taupo/

Contact : Mark Brunton (Caretaker) - Phone: 07 374 8145 - Mobile: 021 254 2670 - Email: [email protected]

Competition Accommodation

South Street West Motel – 5 minute walk from venue Studio room $140 per night
OC can try and source caravans for grooms

Contact Event Manager - Celine Filbee 0274 540 591 [email protected]

Other Competitions

20 – 22 January - Auckland Manukau Championships - www.amdg.org.nz - Regional event
7 - 12 March - Horse of the Year (CDI 3*) - Chris Paston [email protected] http://hoy.kiwi

Stabling & Feed

Manfeild venue is supporting this event offering free stabling for any Australian horses and free camping for grooms if using caravans (availability limited)
Feed available locally please see Schedule - and will be delivered to venue
Meadow Hay – please contact Stable Manager Jos Gresham 0273 221717 [email protected]
Lucerne Hay - on request