About Walliston
Expert Coaches
Our experienced instructors bring professional expertise to every rally, focussing on safety and skill progression. From beginners to competitive riders, our coaches provide guidance, insuring every member develops confidence in the saddle while mastering the fundamentals of horse riding.
Expert Coaches
Our experienced instructors bring professional expertise to every rally, focussing on safety and skill progression. From beginners to competitive riders, our coaches provide guidance, insuring every member develops confidence in the saddle while mastering the fundamentals of horse riding.
Family-Friendly Club
Walliston is a welcoming community where families connect and support one another. We pride ourselves on an inclusve atmosphere where members build life-long friendships. Beyond the arena, our club thrives on shared experiences and social events, creating a true sense of belonging.
Family-Friendly Club
Walliston is a welcoming community where families connect and support one another. We pride ourselves on an inclusve atmosphere where members build life-long friendships. Beyond the arena, our club thrives on shared experiences and social events, creating a true sense of belonging.
Family-Friendly
Walliston is a welcoming community where families connect and support one another. We pride ourselves on an inclusve atmosphere where members build life-long friendships. Beyond the arena, our club thrives on shared experiences and social events, creating a true sense of belonging.
Horsemastership
We emphasise good horsemastership, teaching essential skills in horse health, anatomy, and ground handling. In our supportive setting, members become knowledgable, compassionate owners, fostering a deep understaning of horse welfare that lasts a lifetime
Horsemastership
We emphasise good horsemastership, teaching essential skills in horse health, anatomy, and ground handling. In our supportive setting, members become knowledgable, compassionate owners, fostering a deep understaning of horse welfare that lasts a lifetime
Grounds
Our facilities feature a 70x30m dressage arena, a massive 130x130m main arena, and a versitile 40x60m arena, all enclosed with safe fencing. With shelters, day yards, two wash bays and a full range of show jumping and games equipment, we provide a safe and professional environment.
Grounds
Our facilities feature a 70x30m dressage arena, a massive 130x130m main arena, and a versitile 40x60m arena, all enclosed with safe fencing. With shelters, day yards, two wash bays and a full range of show jumping and games equipment, we provide a safe and professional environment.
Walliston's Early History
1950's
Walliston Riding & Pony Club's First Years
On Sunday, 5th of May 1957 about 15 riders met at the Walliston Recreation Grounds for the first very infromal ride. Interest in the riding group grew rapidly during 1957 and by the beginning of 1958 it was decided to form the Walliston Riding Club. By 1959 Wallistons membership had grown to 50.
1950's
Walliston Riding & Pony Club's First Years
On Sunday, 5th of May 1957 about 15 riders met at the Walliston Recreation Grounds for the first very infromal ride. Interest in the riding group grew rapidly during 1957 and by the beginning of 1958 it was decided to form the Walliston Riding Club. By 1959 Wallistons membership had grown to 50.
1960's
Club Name Change, First Hunter Trials, PCAWA Affiliation
On November 28th, 1960 the name of the club was changed from Walliston Riding Club to Walliston Riding and Pony Club. On the 20th April, 1962 Walliston organised the first Hunter Trials to be held in the state and about 45 riders competed that day. In 1964 it was decided to affiliate with PCAWA and members were acquainted with the fees. The affiliation fee of one guinea and the entrance fee of two guineas per member was paid by the club and the one shilling registration fee was paid by each child. Seven pounds were set aside to buy Pony Club books and stationary. It was agreed that the uniform would be white shirt, tan jumper, yellow tie, black boots and beige jodhpurs.
1960's
Club Name Change, First Hunter Trials, PCAWA Affiliation
On November 28th, 1960 the name of the club was changed from Walliston Riding Club to Walliston Riding and Pony Club. On the 20th April, 1962 Walliston organised the first Hunter Trials to be held in the state and about 45 riders competed that day. In 1964 it was decided to affiliate with PCAWA and members were acquainted with the fees. The affiliation fee of one guinea and the entrance fee of two guineas per member was paid by the club and the one shilling registration fee was paid by each child. Seven pounds were set aside to buy Pony Club books and stationary. It was agreed that the uniform would be white shirt, tan jumper, yellow tie, black boots and beige jodhpurs.
1970's
Electricity, the First 'A' Certificate and the Canteen
In July of 1972 the club accepted an offer from the Shire Council of water piping and agreed to lay it to the club rooms by members participation. A loan of $265 was raised by the Shire to connect electricity to the club rooms. In 1976 Gail Darling (Huges) was the first member to achieve her 'A' Certificate. Also in 76' Mrs Morgan agreed to organise the canteen and it became a very good money maker. Sausage rolls were sold at 13 cents each and pies at 25 cents.
1970's
Electricity, the First 'A' Certificate and the Canteen
In July of 1972 the club accepted an offer from the Shire Council of water piping and agreed to lay it to the club rooms by members participation. A loan of $265 was raised by the Shire to connect electricity to the club rooms. In 1976 Gail Darling (Huges) was the first member to achieve her 'A' Certificate. Also in 76' Mrs Morgan agreed to organise the canteen and it became a very good money maker. Sausage rolls were sold at 13 cents each and pies at 25 cents.
1980's
Prince Philip Games, Uniforms, Club House Burning
On August 9th, 1980 the Prince Philip Mounted Games Hills Zone Final was held at Walliston in the pouring rain. However, despite the terrible conditions Walliston No.1 team took first place. In 1981, in order to raise funds and to provide a summer uniform, gold coloured tee shirts were ordered. Mr Robin Stevens designed a club logo to be screen printed on the shirts by Mrs D. Roberts. In 1989 the club house burnt down and was totally destroyed. After a year with incredibly hard work and commitment from the members, the site was cleared, a concrete floor was poured and a new club house was built.
1980's
Prince Philip Games, Uniforms, Club House Burning
On August 9th, 1980 the Prince Philip Mounted Games Hills Zone Final was held at Walliston in the pouring rain. However, despite the terrible conditions Walliston No.1 team took first place. In 1981, in order to raise funds and to provide a summer uniform, gold coloured tee shirts were ordered. Mr Robin Stevens designed a club logo to be screen printed on the shirts by Mrs D. Roberts. In 1989 the club house burnt down and was totally destroyed. After a year with incredibly hard work and commitment from the members, the site was cleared, a concrete floor was poured and a new club house was built.
