Its board of directors said it was New Zealand’s premier equestrian event showcase, and the largest of its kind in the country, costing $2m to stage and attracting more than 1500 riders, 1900 horses and 45,000 spectators. It was due to take place from March 9 to 14 at Hastings Showgrounds but chairman Tim Aitken said, with the uncertainty of Covid-19 levels, the board had no choice. “We know there is huge support for us to go ahead, however there were many factors we had to consider. “These include financial implications for our show and its ongoing sustainability, the travel and time pressures for riders, the experience we can deliver for our riders and spectators and, most importantly of all, the health and wellbeing of everyone who attends the show.”
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