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Corporate SPONSOR:

THE AUSTRALIAN EQUINE INSTITUTE

The Tropicana Classic Team would like to introduce one of our major show sponsors and industry partners, The Australian Equine Institute.

​The Australian Equine Institute (AEI) was established in 2010, as a division of the Intercept Group Pty Ltd. Offering Nationally Recognised Horse Courses at Both the Certificate II-IV Levels. The online courses offered are perfect for individuals wanting to work with horses, obtain an online horse certificate or study horses in school as a horse VET course. If you want to be a horse-riding instructor, learn about horse safety or horse first aid contact AEI today.

Visit the AEI Website at https://horsecourse.com.au

Or contact the office on 1300 378 463

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Major Sponsor:

All Type Welding Group

The Tropicana Classic Team would like to introduce the sponsor of our 2024 Versatility Ranch Show, the All Type Welding Group.

Located in Stapylton, QLD, ATW Group is part of the Architectural & Structural Metals Manufacturing Industry. Considered to be an industry leader in steel fabrication, with over 1250 steel fabrication projects completed since its arrival into the industry 20 years ago. ATW Group has a state-of-the-art steel fabrication workshop with the experience and capabilities of producing steel for any project.

Visit the ATW Group webiste ​atwgroup.com.au/

Or contact the office on (07) 3171 2400

MAJOR SPONSOR:

TOPRAIL EQUINE

Toprail Equine was founded by James Cutler, who grew up on a sheep, cattle and farming enterprise at Collarenebri in North West NSW. The land and horses were and still are a big part of what drives James with a passion for agriculture, livestock and equine pursuits.

Toprail Equine is located in Wingen, NSW, and is open to the public and wholesale customers to see the range in person. Toprail Equine has a wide range of equipment for both horse and rider. Toprail Equine is home to brands 1773, Smooth Like Cactus, Asparah Equestrian, Sconz Polo and Sliderz.

Shop the range at https://toprailequine.com.au/

Retail Enquiries: 0493 574 458

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Sundance Performance Horses

Sundance Performance Horses are sponsors of our Bridle Cow Horse Classic at the 2023 Tropicana Classic. 

Creating soft responsive and versatile riding horses. Along with offering ranch events, lessons, training and clinics. Located Woodford, QLD, Sundance Park is available for public and private arena hire for both clinics and lessons.

Sundance Park is home to Chex For Guns and Blue Mountains Impress Me More.

Phone: 0407 983 889
Email: naomi@sundancehorsemanship.com

Kim Thake Saddles & Tack

Kim Thake has been handcrafting saddles for 10 years, and recently has been selling his handcrafted products, starting the business Kim Thake Saddles & Tack. Not only does Kim make a range of saddles, bridles and reins for numerous purposes and disciplines, Kim also makes spur straps, chaps and cowhide handbags/purses. All products are locally handcrafted in Gympie, Queensland.

Kim has been a sponsor of our Two Handed All Age Cow Horse Classic since 2019.

If you have any questions or enquires about Kim's products feel free to contact Kim via his facebook page, phone on 0410 685 678 or email at kimthake@hotmail.com.

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Wyse Equine:

Wyse Equine has been involved in the breeding, and training of western performance horses for over 30 years. Accumulating major titles across reining, cutting, cowhorse and western performance pens. Glenn had also been a professional judge for 30 years, accredited in AQHA, NRCHA and past NRHA judge. Wyse Equine currently focuses on ranch and cow horse clinics.

Vertical Valley Equine Services

Vertical Valley Equine Services is a stunning equine facility located in Dayboro, offering short and long-term agistment, short-term full care and facility hire. This is the perfect facility for holiday care and full-care spelling after injury. With an Equine Physical Therapist (Ken Green Equine Therapy) on staff, with expertise in manipulation, massage and ultrasound therapy, your equine friends will be under excellent care.

7 Costelloe Road, Laceys Creek, QLD, Australia, Queensland

Phone: 0408 989 818

Email: kenannettegreen@icloud.com

Signature Custom Floats

Signature Custom Floats specialises in designing and manufacturing a range of premium custom-built trailers from 4 m long to 14.6 m long. Signature Custom Floats also manufactures a range of customised government vehicles. Signature Custom Floats is the proud sponsor of the All Age Open Ranch Cow Work Classic.

Head to their website signaturefloats.com.au

Tiffany Walter Show Horses

The Tropicana Classic Team would like to thank Debbie and Tiffany Walter for sponsoring our Western Riding program at the 2024 Tropicana Classic. Located in Emerald Queensland, Tiffany trains her performance horses herself, under the watchful eye of Mum, Debbie.  Tiffany has had huge success with many major wins across the east coast.

Stance Equitec

Classic Sponsor

Stance Equitec is an Australian-owned company founded over 30 years ago. Stance Equitec is a producer of a wide range of supplements which are scientifically formulated, natural and ethical. Stance Equitec is constantly researching natural ingredients and their benefits to always be on top of the current trends. Stance Equitec strives to help your horse look, feel and perform at their best.

Feed your horse the natural advantage at https://stanceequitec.com.au/

Or contact the office on 1800 782 623

Invited Tiger IMP

Classic Sponsor

Invited Tiger (IMP) is a State and National champion in Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle. He also has had great success in Trail classes. He has now returned to the show pen, recently winning Hunter Under Saddle titles at the Q24 National Show.

Standing at $880 (inc GST) for the 2024 Breeding Season.

Contact Emma Mullan one 0427 911 860 to book a service to Invited Tiger IMP today!

Reversible Dickies

Classic Sponsor

Reversible Dickies make Horse show clothing bibs (dickies), to wear under your English show jacket. Yes, they are completely reversible, so you get two for the price of one. You are the designer & we will produce your one-off custom design & ship it to you anywhere. Or you can buy from our current stock in our online shop. Shipping is available in Australia and the United States.

Shop the range at https://reversibledickies.co/

Johnsons Natural Formula

Classic Sponsor

Johnson's Natural Formula produces a complete range of horse feed to suit every horse regardless of the discipline. Top quality range of highly palatable, fibre-based feeds for all classes of horses. Made in Australia from Australian-grown, export-quality ingredients, the feeds are well-balanced, simple to use, economical and effective. Natural, better ingredients for naturally healthier horses.

Find your closest stockist at ​https://naturalformula.com.au/

Or contact the office on (08) 8566 2204 or info@naturalformula.com.au

Bellden Park Quarter Horse Stud

Classic Sponsor

Bellden Park Quarter Horse Stud a continued supporter of the Tropicana Classic is one of our feature level sponsors, 3-Year-Old Western Pleasure & Hunter Under Saddle Features. Peter and Kerrie Bellden are long-time western performance industry members and supporters, breeding and showing exceptional quarter horses for over 30 years.  Peter is also, and has been an AQHA-accredited judge and has been involved with the AQHA board for over 18 years.

Gypsy Road

Classic Sponsor

Not only is Darren Simpson a trainer, judge and clinician. He is also a talented musician.

While any day can be sunny, any day shines brightest with the electrifying tunes of Gypsy Road! Gypsy Road is the musical duo of Tegan Elise Music and Darren (Dazza) Simpson Music.

A combination of music genres including country, pop, blues, rock, fold and soul, played from the heart. They have played countless gigs at pubs, clubs, bars, cafes, private events and festivals.

To make a booking contact Darren on: 0439 963 007

J.R. Stephens & Co Transport

Classic Sponsor

J.R Stephens & Co Pty Ltd has developed a fleet of 50 trucks and 84 trailers working across the East coast of Australia, dealing mostly with bulk haulage - with specialized gear to service such industries as CSG, Advanced water/Desalination/Bio solid plants and various recycling and waste transfer stations.

Visit the Website at https://www.jrstephens.com.au/

Or contact the office on (07) 3816 1911 or admin@jrstephens.com.au

Anntre Enterprises

Classic Sponsor

Anntre Enterprises are long-time supporters of the western performance industry, sponsoring many of the local and major shows. Anntre Enterprises is comprised of Anntre Park, focusing on breeding western performance horses and Anntre Kelpies, breeding exceptional working dogs.

Kallara Park Droughtmasters

Classic Sponsor

Kallara Park Droughtmaster Stud is located in Peachester, QLD. Kallara Park is also home to resident stallion Metallic Condor. Breeding quality Droughtmaster & Reined Cow Horses.

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Reach For The Roan

Classic Sponsor

Rosemary Webb & Reach For The Roan have been key supporters of our Amateur Junior division, allowing us to run splits in the Amateur divisions. Offering more classes for our Amateur competitors and enabling them to show both their Senior and Junior Horses. As Classic level sponsors their contribution and support of our show is greatly appreciated.

Not only is Reach for the Roan a Classic Level sponsor, but he is also one of our Nominated Sires. This year Reach For the Roan had 7 progeny representing him at the Tropicana Classic. Reacher is an incredibly talented and versatile stallion. His temperament and versatility is being passed down to his progeny, and grand-progeny.

REQ Flat Out Classy

Classic Sponsor

Sired by VS Flatline (USA), REQ Flat Out Classy is proudly owned by Hillridge Farms and stands at Equinetics at Kilkivan, QLD. REQ Flat Out Classy, commonly known as 'V8', is a National Champion, with his offspring already proving themselves as national champions also. He is successfully shown under Amateur Owner Paige, taking out National titles at NPHA & AQHA Nationals.

STeve Thake Training Stables

Classic Sponsor

Steve Thake needs no introduction, a continual supporter of the Tropicana Classic. Steve is an AQHA, WDA and ARCHA-accredited judge with over 30 years of experience and training. Offering clinics and lessons locally in Horsemanship, Western Dressage, Ranch & Cow Horse.

To book a clinic or for an enquiry contact Anne on: 0408 186 020

or email stevethaketraining@bigpond.com

TotalSpan Australia

Classic Sponsor

Totalspan is one of Australasia's leading, customised steel building experts delivering quality, affordable, steel buildings, designed and built for life.

Talk to their Shed Specialists and they will guide you through the process and help design a steel building that meets your needs. Request a quote online or give them a call.

Visit the Totalspan Website to request a quote at https://www.totalspan.com.au/

Or contact the office on 1300 15 15 25

Natures Farmacy

Classic Sponsor

Julie Cook at Natures Farmacy - Equine Nutritionist and Medical Herbalist has been in practice for 35 years – helping thousands of Australian horses and their owners. Julie provides all health and nutrition consultations free of charge. Nature’s Farmacy specialises in equine and animal health and nutrition, lameness and joints, gastrointestinal issues and gastric ulcers, muscle disorders, and improving performance with proper nutritional balance. Julie makes prescription blends of medical liquid herbal extracts for Cushing’s, Respiratory disorders, and Calmers, and makes the Bute replacement “SUBSTI-BUTE”. Julie works closely with and is recommended by leading Veterinarians and Equine Therapists.

Contact Julie Cook on 0417 055645, or through Facebook

Visit the website at www.naturesfarmacy.com.au

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Caboolture Central
Motor Inn

Classic Sponsor

The Tropicana Classic Team would like to extend a thank you to Classic Level sponsor Best Western Caboolture Central Motor Inn, and welcome them to the Tropicana Classic Family.

The Caboolture Central Motor Inn is a unique 1930s church in Queensland, Australia, located just 1km from the Caboolture town centre and 4 km from QSEC (Queensland State Equestrian Centre) with a variety of rooms available to cater for all needs, with corporate accommodation to family rooms and disability access Rooms.

Visit the website to book your stay now caboolturecentral.com.au

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Julie & Isobel Hughes

Julie & Isobel Hughes are sponsors of the All Age Amateur Reining Feature. This Mother & Daughter dynamic duo are not only both talented Non-Pro Riders, they are passionate about the sport of reining and continue to be wonderfully generous sponsors and supporters of our amazing industry at a Local, State & National levels.

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Clinton & Debbie O'Sullivan

The Tropicana Classic Team would like to thank Clinton & Debbie O'Sullivan for their sponsorship and support of the 2024 Tropicana Classic, presented by the Australian Equine Institute and welcome them to the Tropicana Classic Family. Clinton & Debbie are coming on board in 2024, as the proud sponsors of the Senior Horse Western Pleasure Feature.

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Neylon Performance Horses

Sponsors, Neylon Performance Horses are located in South East Queensland, and for the past 17 years, they have been active raising, and breeding high-quality performance horses for both Open & Non-Pro competition.

To find your next champion visit the NPH Website (www.neylonph.com.au) or Facebook page.

Sign your neighm custom halters

Feature sponsors:
Junior Horse Western Pleasure

Sign Ur Neigh'm

All products are custom built and handmade, personalised for your four-legged friends. Your custom-made halters also come with a lifetime repair warranty. Australian made in Harston, Victoria.

Sign Ur Neigh'm is also a distributor of your Back on Track, Dr Show Horse Care and Champion Tails Show Prep products.

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Thomas Arena Products

Australian owned and manufactured right here in Queensland. Thomas Arena Products offers a great range of arena grooming and landscaping implements designed to make taking care of your arena and pastures a breeze.

Visit thomasarenaproducts.com.au

PH: 0417 617 461
Email: admin@thomasmanufacturing.com.au

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FEATURE SPONSOR

Sommers Sawdust Supplies

Sommers Sawdust Supplies are one of our Feature Sponsors for the Tropicana Classic. Sommers Sawdust Supplies proudly supplies quality Pine Sawdust and shavings. An ideal bedding for the Equine and agricultural industry. Currently suppling stables, chicken sheds, veterinary practices and zoos with premium product. Their sawdust and woodchip products are also used by ginger and strawberry farmers and by other horticultural farmers and nurseries. Please feel free to contact Sommers Sawdust Supplies for a quote and to discuss your requirements.

Visit the website: https://www.sommerssawdust.com.au/
or Phone: (07) 5494 3118