NVEquestrian - Tiahn Barnard

14/06/2026

Sometimes it’s the rain that is crazy, and sometimes it’s… 🤷‍♀️ Tiahn? 🤷

The work must go on regardless apparently so at least we should smile!

05/06/2026

The sun has set upon yesterday,
and tomorrow waits beyond the dawn.
The only trail that matters is the one beneath your feet.
Share it.
Ride it well.

27/05/2026

Grids and grins! at NVEquestrian

27/05/2026

Should grids be fun for horses and humans? Damn straight they should… even when they occasionally go sideways!

26/05/2026

The challenge with training alone is there’s no one to take footage. So grateful to have my faithful training buddy back from OS! These boys are starting to tick along nicely.

22/02/2025

05/02/2025

SOLD!
🐴The Pingy Pony Seeks a New Pilot! ✨

Hi everyone—I’m Nova, and if you know me, you know I’m one in a million, my rider calls me her true "heart horse". The kind you don’t just own, but form a deep, lasting bond with.

I am small and mighty at just 15'2 ( so not actually a pony, just compact). I like to be classy, no white to keep clean, no nonsense, just sleek, compact athleticism in its finest form. I’ve been called the "Pingy Pony" because, well, I clearly have springs for legs. I am nimble and will jump you out of trouble—and I’ll do it with style, ease, and efficiency.

I’m calm, sensible, and sensitive—the golden trifecta. I’m quick on my feet but steady in my mind, always ready to work, ready to listen, and ready to win. My rider has taken me through the ranks, from squad to state championships to competitions all over, and I’ve handled it all like a professional. Showjumping? Eventing? Dressage? Hunting? Vic Squads? PC? EA? Equitana? Done it all. Loved it. I’ve trained up through the levels with quality coaching all the way, competed with much success, and proven my worth time and time again.

I can sand dance just fine, but I really love to jump. I am careful, clever, and committed to doing my best for my rider. I jump clean, quick, and smart, and I know how to adjust for the task at hand—need a steady ride? I’ve got you. Want to shave seconds off your jump-off? Watch me turn on a dime. I make neat, effortless shapes over fences, and while I’m usually too humble to say it myself, I’m often the horse everyone is watching.

I’m what you might call a schoolmaster—I’ve had many moments in the spotlight with my rider, and now I’m ready to share that spotlight with someone new. I'm looking for my next partner to take up the reins. Whether you’re aiming for some big heights in showjumping or simply looking for a horse who knows the job and will bring out your best on the eventing scene, consider what I can offer. I have talent, trainability, and tact and a lot to give my next soulmate.

I travel like a dream (float, truck, you name it), I settle anywhere, and I am not a dramatic diva. I enjoy a fair challenge, and the occasional post-competition snack. I’m kind, polite, professional, and ready for your love and the next big adventure.

My rider is heading overseas, so it’s time for me to find my next perfect person. If you’re after a serious allrounder with brains, heart, and springs for legs, let’s talk. I promise, you won’t find another like me.

05/02/2025

📣 The King must find a new suitor! 👑

Allow me to introduce myself—I’m King, King of the Cosmos, and let’s be honest, that’s kind of a big deal. Not just because I’m 17hh of pure athlete, but because wherever I go, I turn heads.

My blingy markings, powerful build, and stylish movement often get me mistaken for a warmblood—but I’m a 9yo unraced Thoroughbred with serious jumping talent.

I really enjoy being an athlete, and while I was a bit of a wild beast in my early days, I’m told I’m very sane, supple, and trainable these days. I just successfully completed the PCA B Certificate with my rider (though she did the written exam ;)) and that is a really big deal in the equestrian world apparently - now we are qualified to compete internationally.

Now, let’s talk about the good stuff—jumping. That’s where I come alive. Careful, scopey, and brave, I’ll give my all at whatever you point me at in the ring. I love a jump-off, I’m quick when it counts, but I can give you slow and steady if that's what you need. People often comment on my “snappy knees” and my “great back end”—and I don’t think they’re being rude (?!). If there is a way I can not touch those poles I will find it and I will get you to the other side even if I have to impersonate a pretzel. I’ve jumped up to 140 in training and come home with Champion ribbons at A Grade and Advanced HRCAV.

I competed at PCA Nationals in showjumping in 2023, been selected for State Championships in eventing and showjumping and even had a cameo at State Championships in pure dressage - all for the joy of it, not just the ribbons I earned. I’ve been going to Pony Club for yonks and have also been part of the Equestrian Victoria Eventing Squad (2020-2024) and Equestrian Victoria Showjumping Squad (Rising Stars 2020-2022). And let’s just say—I have my admirers.

Eventing? I’ll do it. I’ve competed to Grade 2/EvA95, and I’m PC Grade 1 now. I consistently train up to 2* at squad with great coaches who all say I am quite a talented lad with oodles of potential and that I “make a really nice shape’ which I learned is code for "bascule". I can gallop and jump and dance, and I have a hoard of rugs, ribbons, and rosettes from my adventures that no one quite knows what to do with.

But let’s be real—I’m here for the fences. Give me a something to think about, to do, give me a challenge and I’m with you. I don’t mind a bit of sand dancing—I like to think I look pretty fancy. My trotwork swiiiiiings, my canter is balanced, and I train to Medium level in dressage. My rider preferred eventing over pure dressage, so I humoured her—but my future is probably in showjumping if you want all the prizes.

I’m a great catch - and easy... here’s the thing though—I’m not for beginners. I’m big, I’m safe, and I need a thinking rider who’s reasonably confident and ready to bring out my best. My rider says I was a late bloomer and has been calm, patient and forgiving while I was learning (and full of myself!) and now I definitely know my job well. I’ve traveled all over the country by float and truck, and I settle in very well into strange yards or stables. I love to work, and I’m always up for a cuddle after. My feet are average TB feet so the farrier is my friend and I enjoy regular, quick pedicures to keep my toes in shape. I’ll stand all day at the float if I have food or a friend—but I really don’t like to be bored.

I am going to miss my rider terribly as she heads overseas to work with some of those British toffs, so I’m on the hunt for a new partner who will appreciate my talent and hold my heart and hoof for the next adventure.

If you’re after a serious sporthorse and a partner who will give you everything—let’s talk?

04/02/2025

A lot of hard work has gone into this… so thrilled, to get to the other side, and proud of King! - and be qualified for international competition. Wow! 🤩 Now to start work on the A Certificate…?!

Benalla Pony Club would like to congratulate Tiahn Barnard on achieving her B Certificate what a fantastic achievement - we are looking forward to Annabelle, Amanda and Felicity achieving theirs later this year - you should all be so proud of yourselves and your ponies North Eastern Zone PCV Pony Club Victoria

19/12/2024

Wow! This is so wonderful - so far we’ve raised $770 towards the memorial jump to be built in honour of Carolyn Harris! Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the GoFundMe or entered the freshmans so far - you all rock! I know we can continue to grow that and can’t wait to see what’s possible!

If you can’t make it to the freshmans jumping day tomorrow or just would like to contribute there’s a link to the GoFundMe here https://gofund.me/523d020d or it can be accessed via the QR code below.

Thanks you for your support! ❤️