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It's wonderful to feel the weather warming up and at North Shore RDA we've had a fulfilling term of riding without the past need to cancel any of our days riding on the occasional wet and squally conditions thanks to our new arena cover.

With the good weather and improved operating facilities during the term, we've been able to provide 516 individual rides for 66 Riders with the fantastic help of 61 Volunteers.

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On top of that our search for Corporate sponsors looks to be starting to pay off plus we have plans well advanced to continue our capital improvements with the construction of additional outside stalls for our horses due to some very generous donors.

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If all thats any hint, we've got lots of interesting news to share so please read on to find out more about our recent and future activities .... 

Welcome to our latest newsletter!  

We have all been enjoying the great weather at NSRDA this term and we've not had to cancel any of our days riding thanks to the dryer conditions and the arena cover.  We also have a new project about to start at the end of term.  Please read on for more details ...

Given a diminishing grant pool, our program to attract Corporate Sponsorship is making progress and we are close to signing our first major sponsor ... read on to find out more and potentially how your organisation can make a contribution to your community. 

Introducing a happy Volunteer ... Katharine, talks about her path to North Shore RDA, despite her not being a “horsey” person ...

It is with deep sadness that we learnt of the passing of Deryl Monks.

Deryl was  a long-time supporter of North Shore RDA through over 5 years of ongoing Horse Sponsorship.  Read about Deryl's generous contribution to North Shore RDA ....

We were pleased to have a visit from Jenny Marcroft MP recently. Jenny sits on the Health Sub-Committee in Wellington and spent over an hour with us ... read on to find out what she got up to...

At North Shore Riding for the Disabled, our dedicated coach Judith, continuously finds innovative ways to engage the riders while helping them develop essential skills like coordination, strength, and communication.  Read how Judith created Olympics fun for our Riders ...

While we’re grateful for the big-hearted horses like Charlie, we’re also looking for a smaller, narrower horse for our younger, lighter riders ... Our Horse Manager Kate provides an update on our herd and requirements. 

Finding Purpose Through Giving Back: Ana’s Story


Ana, has always had a deep connection with animals, especially horses.  In 2021, Ana and her husband welcomed their daughter, Bella, who was born with cerebral palsy ...

Jayden’s joy in riding is evident in the smiles and laughter we see every session. Yet, behind Jayden’s success is a key partner: his horse, Charlie.  

As an older and taller rider, Jayden needs for a larger, sturdy horse that can provide both the support and stability he requires. Charlie, a big, solid Gypsy Cob, is the perfect match....

Tilly’s first North Shore RDA riding lesson.  Watch this special video created about Tilly and how beautifully Tilly responded to the experience and the incredible support.

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