The 2025 Interzone Quiz, hosted by Pony Club Victoria, was a thrilling showcase of equestrian knowledge, teamwork, and camaraderie. This engaging and educational event brought together Pony Club members from across Victoria to compete in a fun, inclusive environment that required no horse, making it accessible to all. Teams of four tackled a wide range of questions on horse care, riding techniques, and equestrian sports, demonstrating their expertise and passion for the equine world.

Event Highlights

The Interzone Quiz is a cornerstone of Pony Club Victoria’s commitment to fostering learning and community. Participants competed in age-specific categories—Sub-Juniors (10–under 13), Juniors (13–under 17), Seniors (17–under 26), and Masters—ensuring fair and exciting competition. The event not only tested participants’ knowledge but also encouraged leadership, teamwork, and lasting friendships within the Pony Club community.

This year’s competition was fiercely contested, with teams representing their zones at the highest level. From local clubs to the state stage, the 2025 Interzone Quiz provided a platform for members to shine, with opportunities to advance to national and even international competitions in the future.

Overall Series Winners

Congratulations to the outstanding individuals who claimed the top spots across the series:

• Sub-Junior: Milla Kreuzer

• Junior: Niamh McGoldrick

• Senior: Hector Brennan

• Masters: Cassie O’Brian

These champions demonstrated exceptional knowledge and consistency, earning them well-deserved recognition as the 2025 Interzone Quiz Overall Series Winners. Each received Smoochies x 2, a supplement, a hat, and a PCV ribbon as part of the Hygain Sponsorship awards.

Zone Winners

The team competition was equally exciting, with zones battling it out for the top honors:

• 1st Place: North Metro Zone

• 2nd Place: Midland Zone

• 3rd Place: Central Zone

These zones showcased remarkable teamwork and equestrian expertise, representing their clubs with pride.

Round 1 Winners

The first round of the quiz set the stage for an exhilarating competition. Congratulations to the following individuals:

Sub-Junior:

1. Milla Kreuzer (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Heidi Condron (Smoochies, hat, PCV ribbon)

3. Elodie Hoyland (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Junior:

1. Felicity Grant (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Niamh McGoldrick (Smoochies, hat, PCV ribbon)

3. Matilda Burke (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Senior:

1. Hector Brennan (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Nicholas Grant (Smoochies, hat, PCV ribbon)

3. Amy Bennett (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Masters:

1. Lisa Kellock (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Cassie O’Brien (Smoochies, hat, PCV ribbon)

3. Niree Weybury (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Round 2 Winners

The second round saw fierce competition and new faces rising to the challenge:

Sub-Junior:

1. Milla Kreuzer (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Heidi Condron (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

3. Edward Bowe (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Junior:

1. Laeticia Bourke (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Niamh McGoldrick (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

3. Jessica Ferrari (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Senior:

1. Hector Brennan (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Shenae Spratling (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

3. Amy Bennett (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Masters:

1. Donna Bowe (Smoochies, scoop, PCV ribbon)

2. Craig Spratling (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

3. Niree Weybury (Smoochies, PCV ribbon)

Lucky Door Prize Winners

The event also celebrated participation with exciting lucky door prizes. Congratulations to:

• Charlotte Law (Bale Bag x 2)

• Felicity Grant (Smoochies x 1)

• Hellen Forrest (Smoochies x 1)

• Milla Kreuzer (Scoop x 1)

• Molly Spry (Scoop x 1)

• Lisa Law (Bale Bag x 2)

A Special Thank You

A huge thank you to Hygain for their generous sponsorship, providing Smoochies, scoops, supplements, hats, and PCV ribbons to reward our competitors’ hard work and dedication. We also extend our gratitude to all participants, volunteers, and supporters who made the 2025 Interzone Quiz a resounding success.

The Interzone Quiz continues to be a fantastic opportunity for Pony Club Victoria members to deepen their equestrian knowledge, build lifelong skills, and celebrate their shared passion for horses. We look forward to seeing everyone back next year for another exciting competition!