RDA NSW Tall Timbers Centre

16/10/2025

Huge shout out to who came last night to help us prep the property for summer by safely lighting our burn pile, managing the burn & making sure it was completely out & safe before they left. Thank you Box Hill/Nelson Rural Fire Brigade, we are lucky to have you!

14/10/2025

Thank you to everyone who voted in the 2025 Westfield Parramatta Local Heroes Awards!
So grateful that Nicole has been recognised as a Finalist with $5,000 being donated to support the equine programs!
Congratulations to all the Nominees and the other Finalist Kilal from and we are so pleased that Ebony from Westmead NICU won $20,000 to go towards new medical equipment for tiny new humans!
Thank you to the Team at Westfield Parramatta for all the support and hospitality!

13/10/2025

Horse update

The last couple of months have been a bit tough around here, losses & gains are a natural part of life but the changes are never easy.
In July we said goodbye to Apollo, with us since 2018 he was much loved member of the team, he worked in our riding & groundwork programs, excelled in connections & would do anything for a carrot & good scratch! RIP sweet soul 🤎
In August Spider crossed the rainbow bridge to his waiting buddies, with us since 2020 this musk stick loving gentleman participated in our tots, riding & groundwork programs, he has been painted many times in our pony salon days where he would be prettied, primped & preened by his favourite participants. Although only little he has left a giant sized hole in our hearts & the yards! Rest easy old man 🤍
September saw us lose Honey, with us since 2018 she has participated in our riding & groundwork programs, children were her favourite, the little ones could do anything to her & she would just stand there until an adult approached & the attitude was put on full display 😂 Reunited with her beloved Spider they can now eat all the grass & carrots their hearts desire 🤍
For all the tears that have flowed there have been some smiles too…
We have welcomed Flick & Ellie into the team, those with eagle eyes may have seen Ellie on our page last year when the Grinch was wreaking havoc… we thank Flick & Ellie’s owners who have kindly trusted us with their precious ponies, we are excited for the next chapter.

26/09/2025

Would you like to give a gift that will truly give back this Christmas?!

Why not sponsor one of our RDA Tall Timbers Horses in honour of someone you love. Sponsorship will not only help to provide feed, vet care, training and development, you’re also giving people living with disabilities the opportunity to engage in life-changing equine-assisted activities that build strength, confidence, and independence.

Each sponsorship comes with a festive certificate you can gift to your loved one to help us make a lasting impact, please complete the form using the link below and we will be in contact with you to finalise the details. https://forms.office.com/r/WdXNvsHZJS

25/09/2025

If you have ever wanted to find out about what we do or Volunteer opportunities then we would love to see you this coming Sunday!

🌟 Celebrate Community in The Hills! 🌟

Join us this Sunday, 28 September, at the Harvey Lowe Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground, from 10am to 2pm for a wonderful showcase of the many community groups that make our Shire such a special place to live. 💛

This free event, proudly supported by The Hills Shire Council, is the perfect opportunity to:
✨ Connect with like-minded people
✨ Discover local organisations and services
✨ Find new groups you might like to join and get involved in
✨ Celebrate the diversity and strength of our community

It’s a great day out for residents, families and friends – come along, explore the stalls, and enjoy the spirit of community right here in The Hills. 🎶🎨🤝

A big thank you to Norwest Sunrise Rotary Club for organising this fantastic event. 🙏

📅 Sunday, 28 September
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 Harvey Lowe Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground
💲 Free entry

Let’s reconnect and celebrate community together 🥳

24/09/2025

Thank you to everyone who came along to our Grill'd Rouse Hill - Trivia Night to support RDA(NSW) Tall Timbers Centre!

18/09/2025

Join us for Pony Play this School holidays!

Various dates and sessions!
Min age 6years old!

Book now: https://booking.setmore.com/scheduleappointment/965f89e4-3fc9-4e75-bd7c-48b29c4c58b7/session/8aecf62c-739e-4a5e-acd3-4c5cc1e00f02

14/09/2025

Thank you to In Dance We Unite for supporting the Centre!

We were very humbled to receive the call from Sheridan letting us know that she, Ryan and Thomas were honouring the beautiful Dana Clover and her wish to fundraise for the Centre through this awesome event and the 4 Leaf Clover project!

We were pleased to attend and participate in the Presentation at the end of the very busy weekend!

Thank you to all the studios involved:
Applause Performing Arts Rhapsody Studios Off Centre Westside Performing Arts
Fanci Footwork Dance and Cheer
Chance 2 Dance All Star Dance And Entertainment Studios
Dance Nation

Congratulations to all of the award winners and Chance 2 Dance for taking home the Founders Award!

We received a donation of $750 and will put this towards equipment for our programs!
Thank you all!

12/09/2025

The ponies had a makeover as we practiced our fine motor skills to pony tail or plait their manes!

Helps us know what to do with hair ready for helmets, strengthen our hands to be able to use pens, tie shoe laces, point and make sure our ponies are groomed well and looking nice for their lessons!

31/08/2025

What a weekend! 3 days of fun & friendly competition at the RDA(NSW) State Dressage Championships & Mounted Games. On Friday 5 riders & 3 horses competed in mounted games & sporting, all coming away with lots of ribbons & huge smiles & in a wonderful surprise Spark, rider Madisyn & coach Sophie were awarded the Peter Carn memorial trophy for best presented horse, coach & rider team! Over Saturday & Sunday Bailey & Mister competed with their riders Zara & Layla in the dressage championships with the girls taking top 2 positions in both their tests & Zara & Bailey bringing us all to tears with their amazing freestyle while Mister was awarded the SIEC trophy for best performing RDA center based horse! Tonight TT has some very tired, but incredibly proud coaches. These weekends are huge & we want to thank everyone who pitched in to get us there in any capacity, it really does take a village. Thank you to the organising committee(s) for putting on a fantastic event & to the event sponsors for the awesome prizes, we are all very appreciative. Soon we will start practicing for next year but right now we sleep!