2024 Marcus Oldham Australian Interschool Championships

Marcus Oldham College is proud to announce its role as the naming rights sponsor for the 2024 Australian Interschool Championships. The event, hosted by Equestrian Queensland, will take place from September 19th to 23rd at the Australian Equine and Livestock Centre in Tamworth (AELEC), NSW and will now be known as the Marcus Oldham 2024 Australian Interschool Championships.

The partnership between Marcus Oldham College, Equestrian Queensland, and the Australian Interschool Championships, represents a shared commitment to nurturing young talent and fostering excellence in equestrian sports.

Andrew Baker, Principal of Marcus Oldham College, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “We are thrilled to support this pinnacle event in the interschool equestrian calendar. These young riders represent the future of our equine industry, and their dedication and skill at such a young age are truly inspiring.”

Baker further emphasised the College’s commitment to equine education: “At Marcus Oldham, we’re dedicated to shaping the next generation of equine industry leaders. Our sponsorship of the Interschool Championships aligns perfectly with our mission to provide pathways for passionate equestrians to turn their love of horses into successful careers.”

The event promises to showcase the best young equestrian talent from across Australia, competing in various disciplines including dressage, eventing, and show jumping.

“We hope that through this sponsorship, we can introduce these talented young riders to the educational opportunities available at Marcus Oldham,” Baker added.

“Our Advanced Diploma of Equine Business Management, with pathways to further study, offers a unique blend of practical skills and business acumen that can help turn their equestrian passion into a thriving career.”

Briston Toft, CEO of Equestrian Queensland, echoed Baker’s enthusiasm: “Equestrian Queensland is delighted to be partnering with Marcus Oldham College for the 2024 Australian Interschool Championships. The commitment from Marcus Oldham College to support equestrian pathways has been invaluable and we are excited to be working together to create a memorable event for all involved.”

Marcus Oldham College, located in Geelong, Victoria, is renowned for its specialised agricultural, agribusiness and equine business management programs. The College’s involvement in the Australian Interschool Championships underscores its commitment to supporting grassroots equestrian initiatives and contributing to the broader equestrian community.

For more information about the Marcus Oldham 2024 Australian Interschool Championships, please visit the Australian Interschool Championship website here or contact Equestrian Queensland. To learn more about Marcus Oldham College and its equine program, visit marcusoldham.vic.edu.au/equine