About The Show Horse Council of Queensland

Welcome to Show Horse Council Queensland Inc website. A wonderful source of information regarding show horse competitions, results, memberships, registration & a multitude of other information you may require to navigate our wonderful world of showing.

The development of SHCQ Inc into what you see today has a long & interesting history. First started in Qld in the early 90’s, by a dedicated group of show horse enthusiasts wanting a more cohesive approach to showing, to promote & encourage new exhibitors & streamline the competitions already in place.

The first SHCQ meeting was held at Mansfield High School attracting aprox 50 enthusiasts. From there SHCQ has gone from strength to strength, now boasting a membership base of some 350 plus members from all across Queensland.

This initial dedicated group of Qld enthusiasts can also be credited with introducing a measuring scheme to Queensland & making the initial steps to introducing three ring “circus” programs that we all benefit from today, all across Qld. Without their initial dedication & determination we would not be enjoying the benefits that having our own states Show Horse Council offers us all as members.

SHCQ Inc is one of 8 interstate constitutional affiliates. SHCQ Inc committee is made up of 12 dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to promote & support SHC Qld members.

We run a number of shows each year. Two Grand National qualifiers & the Queensland Rising star. Queensland Rising star has been an exceptional launch pad for many of Australia’s best performed horses & riders. Qld Country Hack championships are held in Maryborough each year & in October we run our prestigious SHCQ Inc Horse of The year. Winners & Runners up at these two events then gain an invitation to compete at SHC Grand Nationals run by Australasia & held in NSW. SHCQ Inc also organises & runs a number of measuring days each year with our qualified measurers being in attendance at all SHCQ run events.

The running & preparation involved in staging these events take many hours of hard work & dedication from our committee & also from our wonderful sponsors, whom without we would struggle to run such prestigious & memorable shows.