Ruby Hill Equine Centre

17/06/2026

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We are an equine establishment whi breed, traini, instruct and compete. We take pride in offering for sale only the horses that are currently thriving and performing well in our program. Each horse undergoes a rigorous desensitization program (machin

14/06/2026

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Clydie x TB, 16’2, 9yr old Mare Willow is a lovely big, strong mare with a quiet, laid-back nature. She is very lazy to ride and has a basic education with a few local outings under her belt. Willow has also done some jumping A sweet mare with a lot

09/06/2026

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Houdini (Yiramiilan Ginger Suprise) 4yr old, 14’1, Registered Welsh Cob Gelding Houdini is a very quiet, easy-going horse both on the ground and under saddle. He’s easy to catch, float, trim, wash, lead and tie, making him a pleasure to have around.

08/06/2026

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make?

They meet a horse in one management system… and expect it to behave exactly the same in another.

A horse living in a large paddock with friends, worked consistently 5 days a week by a confident rider may genuinely be quiet, relaxed and rideable.

Move that same horse to:
• more stabling
• less turnout
• inconsistent work
• a nervous rider
• a completely different routine
…and you may meet a very different horse.

Not because anyone lied.
Not because the horse is “bad.”
And not because the seller hid something.

Management matters. Workload matters. Rider confidence matters.

And confidence works both ways.

Georgie was incredibly confident on her other horse.

She initially handled Lightning’s young horse antics without issue.

And Lightning? He was incredibly confident with his previous owner and could tolerate the occasional rider mistake. To a point.

But after a few too many young horse moments from Lightning… both horse and rider confidence cups started draining.

Suddenly, the horse trusted the rider less.
The rider trusted the horse less.
And everything felt harder.
Thankfully, we had Amelia step in to help...

That’s the reality people don’t talk about enough — a horse and rider can both be wonderful individually and still need support to become great together.

The goal isn’t just buying a good horse. But buying the right horse that will still be the right horse in six months.

It’s creating the right environment and success long term — and protecting both confidence cups once the horse comes home.

Sal x

31/05/2026

Riding for pleasure, competition, fitness or therapy. We cater for all ages and skills, especially nervous riders who may have previously had less than enjoyable experiences but are still wanting to experience riding for pleasure.

24/05/2026

Open this weekend Saturday and Sunday

19/05/2026

Plus our $50 an hour special for may

12/05/2026