Tao Park Support Service's

07/09/2026

What an incredible few days at the Kelly Wilson liberty clinic in New Zealand.

It was such a great experience to spend time learning, watching and soaking up as much as we could. There was plenty of information for the brain to process, but I came home with a much clearer understanding of how I can continue this work with my own horses.

The focus of the clinic was establishing the foundations of communication and connection, and then building on those foundations throughout the week.

We worked through hindquarter yields, shoulder yields, sidepass, rein back and trot transitions, gradually bringing those skills together through figure eights and obstacle courses.

By the final day, we were confidently working both in the round pen and out in the field, including some of the more advanced obstacles.

It was also fantastic to watch Amanda Wilson work and to see the different ways these foundations can be developed and applied. There was so much to observe and learn from throughout the week.

And of course, a clinic is always made even better by good food! 😂 A huge thank you to Heather for keeping us so well fed — the food was absolutely amazing!

We also had the opportunity to watch Morgan Chandler-Bruce Equestrian give us a demonstration with her amazing boy Hackett as they prepare for Equifest 2026. It was pretty special to watch the partnership between them and see the work that has gone into getting ready for such a big event.

And I definitely can't forget my travel buddy DaVic Support Services AKA… Vic. ❤️ We are pretty bloody good travel buddies, and having someone to share the laughs, the learning, the long days and all the little moments with made the trip even better. I honestly can't imagine the week being half as much fun without her there!

For me, one of the most valuable parts of the clinic was developing a better understanding of why we are asking for something, not just how to ask. There was a lot to take in, but I have come home excited to put it into practice and continue developing this work with the horses at Tao Park

A huge thank you to Kelly and her family for sharing their knowledge, horses, time and hospitality with us. It was a fantastic learning experience and can not wait for the next one 🐴🐴😊🥳💕🐴🐴🐴

19/07/2026

“A Week Energiser turns a fence from a boundary into a suggestion”
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Building fences on a Gypsy Cob Farm is …. Let’s just say an ‘Adventure’ 🤠

When most people think of fencing, they imagine it’s to keep their Horses in, At Tao Park, our Gypsies have other ideas. To them a new fence is not a boundary but rather,
- A scratching Post
- A massage Chair
- Somewhere to park an enormous fluffy backside while they watch the world go by.
- Or simply a “Challenge Accepted” on how to drive the humans crazy, because let’s be real, this is their world and we all just live in it.

All Jokes aside, Good fencing is one of the most important investments on a horse property. Horses are incredibly strong and curious animals and while our Gypsies are gentle souls they don’t always realise just how much force they are putting on a fence, when having a scratch, being noisy and making sure if anyone around has food that they are sharing.

Strong Posts, quality materials, sensible spacing and a safe design suited to your property are all important factors to help protect horses from injuries and to help the sanity of their owners from constant repairs.

The Team at Tao Park are always hard at work building and repairing fencers to under go the hardest test the fences could undergo - The Gypsy Cob Butt Test’ - If you know.. YOU KNOW!!

Does anyone else’s horses think fences are ‘Farm Furniture’?
We would love for you to share your funniest fence testing’ stories and photos below!

18/07/2026

“The People make the place” - Let’s take a moment to meet,
✨ Rodney ✨
Rod joined the Tao Park Crew, In February 2026, and absolutely loves the fact that he can learn new skills from working with the team. Rodney also loves that Tao Park opens many doors for him to meet new people and make life long friends.

One of Rodneys biggest passions is to keep “Old Trades Alive” through Leather Work. Durning his time at Tao Park Rodney has attended multiple Leather whip and blacksmithing workshops, each time leaving with a new skill and more knowledge around the trade.

Rodney isn’t shy when it comes to an adrenaline Rush, being Tao Park First ‘Wannabe’ Bull rider.
Rodney’s dream destination is Egypt.

Tao Park is excited to see where the future takes Rodney - Maybe one day we will see our bull rider taking the arena in Egypt 🥇🐂
Rodney Mclachlan

18/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Grayson and Hazel -May for passing their PAT yesterday 🥳🥳🥳

20/05/2026

You’ve seen her hard at work - Now it’s time to learn a little more about one of our amazing team members at Tao Park!
✨ TALEAH ✨

Taleah has been a member of Tao Park since February 2023!

What do you enjoy most about working at Tao Park:
- Spending time with the horses and learning new things every day.

Hobbies & Interests: Anything creative!
- I love my crafty side! Painting, drawing and Jewellery making.

Fun Fact about yourself:
- I Love getting my nails done.

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be:
- Impossible to choose just one!
Top 3 spots would be, England, Scotland, and Italy

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20/05/2026

✨ Time to put one of Tao Park LEGENDS in the spotlight ✨
LEISH

Leish started with Tao Park back in 2025 and is a true asset to the Tao Park Family.

A little about Leish,
- What do you enjoy most about working at Tao Park?
The atmosphere and the people. I love working outdoors with the horses and being involved in farm work.

- What’s an interest or hobby you have?
Horse riding, plasma art, drawing, and poetry.

- What’s a fun fact about yourself?
I was the NSW State Champion for show jumping! 🏆

- If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would love to visit Canada to learn more about Native American Indian culture and history.

07/02/2026

07/02/2026

Fire pits done and dusted 😊 now to plan a camping trip so they can be used 😊