Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT

Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT is a not-for-profit community organisation that provides Why horseriding?
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Pegasus is an iconic Canberra charity which exists to empower people to develop their abilities. Established in 1973, Pegasus is located at Pegasus Farm on the outskirts of Canberra, the national capital. Around 80 people each week with a disability participate in our horse-facilitated therapy programs. Pegasus would not survive without the support it receives from the community and more than 250 volunteers. Our sessions are offered in an integrated environment with participants placed according to their ability. Apart from being fun, horse riding helps to improve co-ordination, balance, muscle development and fitness. It also boosts confidence, self-esteem, communication skills, leadership and trust.

To all our Pegasus friends, families, supporters and community;we wish you a safe and happy holiday break. Pegasus ponie...
23/12/2025

To all our Pegasus friends, families, supporters and community;
we wish you a safe and happy holiday break. Pegasus ponies will be having a well deserved spell and our office be reopening from Monday 5 January, 2026.

Santa, a giant unicorn, an elf (Elven Party) a miniature pony, and a full house of happy people at this years Pegasus C...
15/12/2025

Santa, a giant unicorn, an elf (Elven Party) a miniature pony, and a full house of happy people at this years Pegasus Christmas Picnic.

Thank you to our sponsors Parbery Consulting for supporting this fantastic annual event.

On Thursday Pegasus celebrated with @ as the final touches went on the new mural in our common room. This is the third c...
13/12/2025

On Thursday Pegasus celebrated with @ as the final touches went on the new mural in our common room. This is the third collaboration with Galilee over the last five years. Students designed and brought to life the pop of colour that will be enjoyed by visitors, participants and families.

On Wednesday 10 December it was a pleasure for Pegasus to attend the 2025 ACT Chief Ministers Inclusion Awards and witne...
12/12/2025

On Wednesday 10 December it was a pleasure for Pegasus to attend the 2025 ACT Chief Ministers Inclusion Awards and witness those in the community making huge and positive impacts, shaping conversations and future directions. As a provider of services to those with disability in Canberra and surrounds it's wonderful to celebrate achievements in this sector with our peers.

Congratulations to one of our newest Pegasus board members Raffy Sgori who won in the category of Excellence in Inclusive and Innovative Employment Practices - Founder of SageAdvice .

Congratulations to nominees and friends of Pegasus;

Carol Jennings (founder of WaterWombats ) in the Leader in Inclusion category;
AbilitySeer nominees for Excellence in Collaborating with People with a Disability

Also, a shout out to Shift & Co. . who were highly commended for Excellence in Collaborating with People with a Disability . They are a social enterprise offering a range of inclusive programs which empower neurodivergent youth and adults to build skills, express creativity, and access community, cultural, and social life – without barriers. Lovely people to share a table with and a common purpose.

At Pegasus we appreciate every gift from the community and on Tuesday we were very grateful to receive a visit and a gen...
12/12/2025

At Pegasus we appreciate every gift from the community and on Tuesday we were very grateful to receive a visit and a generous cheque on behalf of the Red Knights International Motorcycle Club.

Bill was happy to meet and greet our visitors and wasn't phased by the other type of horsepower!

Than you to President Mick, Boots, Offspring and Alex for making the trip out to our beautiful farm and giving so generously.

Come down and say hi at our last Bunnings BBQ for 2025. The team is in Fyshwick today, cooking up a storm, where your su...
11/12/2025

Come down and say hi at our last Bunnings BBQ for 2025.

The team is in Fyshwick today, cooking up a storm, where your support goes directly to our Pegasus programs. We’re here until 4pm.

Thank you to the team at Fyshwick Bunnings for their ongoing support and regular monthly bbqs.

Thanks to Belconnen - A Village for Every Child for inviting Pegasus to be represented at the Village International Day ...
08/12/2025

Thanks to Belconnen - A Village for Every Child for inviting Pegasus to be represented at the Village International Day for People with Disability on Friday 5 December at Paddy's Park.

The Pegasus team enjoyed engaging with people in the community, sharing information about our programs and providing an opportunity to try a couple of activities.

Great to meet many of our peers at this event including Paddy the Platypus from ACT SES - Rivers Unit!

Last night, Pegasus welcomed many treasured volunteers to our annual Trivia, Service and Awards evening.Receiving their ...
05/12/2025

Last night, Pegasus welcomed many treasured volunteers to our annual Trivia, Service and Awards evening.

Receiving their service awards in person on the night were Barb Anderson, Louise Cranfield, Denise Cowling, Geraldine Hornby and Barb Critchon.

Fundraising Volunteer of the Year: Leisa Newman
Stable Hand of the Year: Connie Terend
Services Volunteer of the Year: David Darke
Young Volunteer of the Year: Nina Lang
New Volunteer of the Year: Sue King
Volunteer of the Year Ann Howson

Winners of this years Trivia in
Third place: Table 3; Bullet
Second place: Table 2; Darby
First Place: Table 6 Solomon AKA Third time Champions (and sponsors) Parbery Consulting

Thanks to our Trivia Master, David Graham, CEO Matt Watson, Volunteer Coordinator; Maddie P*k, Relationship and Events Manager, Jo Kennedy, Eastlakes Gungahlin, Parbery Consulting and representatives of Pegasus Board for making this a fun, relaxed and celebratory night for our amazing Pegasus Volunteers!

Volunteering ACT Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia (RDAA)

04/12/2025

As the celebrations continue for Pegasus' 50 years, we take you back to our Gala on October 25th, when Mary took to the stage to talk about her daughter, Abigail, and the amazing opportunities Pegasus has given not just Abs but to Mary. and on behalf of all families who have, continue or will join Pegasus in the future.

Thank you Mary for sharing your story with so many.

Hayman Partners Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia (RDAA)

What a fabulous day for some great causes at the Canberra Community Cup at Thoroughbred Park Sunday. Congratulations to ...
24/11/2025

What a fabulous day for some great causes at the Canberra Community Cup at Thoroughbred Park Sunday.

Congratulations to WaterWombats!

Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT had a great time in the company of all on the day and look forward to lots of collaborative projects, on and off, the track in future!

Rise Above - Capital Region Cancer Relief
Equine Pathways Australia
Palliative Care ACT

Daniela Dwyer Foundation
The Shepherd Centre


Canberra RapeCrisis Centre
Project Independence
Cam Sullings

On Thursday evening, CEO Pegasus, Matt Watson, drew the last envelope in the 2025 Partner draw for the Canberra Communit...
21/11/2025

On Thursday evening, CEO Pegasus, Matt Watson, drew the last envelope in the 2025 Partner draw for the Canberra Community Chest at Thoroughbred Park and Pegasus was teamed up with #1 Victoria Road (Trainer -Ciaron Maher, Jockey -Jean Van Overmeire). In our third year participating in Community Chest, could this be a third time lucky sign for Pegasus?

Pegasus is very appreciative to be in the running for the $25,000 first prize on Sunday but know that our peer charities are also just as deserving and all will be so grateful to take a share in the $50,000.00 prize pool.

Loved catching up with our Pegasus friends and supporters at this fabulous black- tie event, for fabulous local community causes.
Thoroughbred Park Cam Sullings

Pegasus enjoying meeting and greeting all the Christmas shoppers at the Hall Village Christmas Fair and Street Party! Ha...
21/11/2025

Pegasus enjoying meeting and greeting all the Christmas shoppers at the Hall Village Christmas Fair and Street Party!

Hall Village Christmas Fair

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Canberra, ACT
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