Iona Park Melody & Iona Park Virtuoso

The two photos below are of our gorgeous 12.2hh pony (out of winner at HOTY Cattreath Laurelinda and Sire Rathowen Toy Soldier) Iona Park Melody went to St Ives show on Sunday 16th May with the following results. 1st led riding pony, 1st ridden riding pony mare ne 13hh, 1st led Saddle Pony filly 2yrs and under 4yrs. 1st novice Saddle Pony, 2nd ridden Australian Saddle Pony mare ne 13hh. 1st Intermediate Show Hunter Pony ne 13hh, 1st Open Show Hunter Pony over 12hh ne 12.2hh. & 2nd Show Hunter Pony ridden by a child. Our fantastic rider Stephanie Chenery and Melody are a great team and we were blown away with Melody's fantastic temperament. This little pony is showing herself to be a true future champion. We are very excited.

Iona Park Virtuoso two pictures above was also at the show with his new owner Carlie. Their first time out and just getting to know each other they were 1st led riding pony gelding under 4 yrs, 1st led Saddle Pony under 4 & 2nd ridden novice saddle pony. Well done Carlie and Iona Park Virtuoso. This is a great start for a 12 yr old girl and her young galloway!

Iona Park Open Day

Thank you to everyone who attended our open day on 25th April. I didnt realise when I first set the date that it was both Anzac day and Hawkesbury show but all in all we had a great day. Iona Park Virtuoso was sold and we have interest in some other young horses. Toy Soldier was a star and showed off his amazing temperament which culminated in a number of interested parties wanting to bring their mares to him this season. Our photographer did not turn up on the day so very sadly we have no good pics for our news pages but here are some that my husband took as happy snaps. Firstly is I Pk Harmony, followed by Rhythm last but not least two of the girls leading Concerto and I Pk Freedom. Sadly not good photos but more to come as our newly broken in young hack Iona Park Rhythm, Galloway I Pk Harmony, and I Pk Maestro get into their work all three year olds! Watch this space...

Iona Park in winning style

Congratulations Iona Park Austintatious and Maree Garrett

Austin and Maree attended milton show at the weekend.. and were EXTREMELY successful!

Austin was placed the following:

1st Riding Pony Gelding -CHAMPION Riding Pony exhibit

1st Arabian Derivative Pony Gelding -CHAMPION Arabian Derivative

1st Buckskin Gelding -CHAMPION Buckskin Exhibit

2nd ASP gelding -Reserve Champ ASP

2nd Part Bred APSB -Reserve Champ Part Bred APSB

Austin was also awarded 2 SUPREME'S in both ring 2 and ring 3

We are so proud of them both and look forward to seeing their results at Sydney Royal 2010

Iona Park Show Team

Newest Show Team Addition

IONA PARK MELODY

Iona Park Melody is the newest addition to the Iona Park show team. This little hunter pony by Toy Soldier is currently being trained at home and is showing a fabulous temperement, lovely movement and a willingness to learn.

Melody will soon be ready to come out as a newcomer and is sure to impress. We hope to continue her education and showing to prepare her as a future top childs or leading rein pony.

Watch this space...

Iona Park Show Team

IONA PARK VIRTUOSO

Above is Virtuoso competing successfully at Robertson Show at the weekend.

Virtuoso akka Jamie is now SOLD to a wonderful family in NSW. Congratulations Carly and we cant wait to see you competing at shows with your fabulous young galloway!

IONA PARK VIRTUOSO

Above is Virtuoso competing successfully at Robertson Show at the weekend.

'Jamie' won the district galloway hack and was placed 3rd in the open lightweight.

At only his 4th show, Jamie is showing fabulous movement, a willing attitude and outstanding ring presence... all the makings of a true champion!

Iona Park Show Team

Another show, Another win for Virtuoso

Above Jamie at Robertson show