This award is for a person who has given distinguished service to the Pony Club® movement, but not in the same category as that required for PCV life membership.

The award may be granted to persons who have given distinguished service at state or zone level.

The criteria for the Distinguished Service Award is:

• Consistent and sustained contribution at zone and state levels for a minimum of ten years.
• Must have held office at club or zone level.
• Must respect the aims and objectives of the pony club movement.
• Remain objective and unbiased in all circumstances.
• Have the ability to communicate with all pony club members and other personnel.
• Display appropriate presentation at all activities.

PCV Board members, members of PCV committees and  Zone committees may recommend nominees to the PCV Board.

Nominees are to be received by the PCV office by the 30 June each year.  All nominees will be tabled to the Board.

Life Membership is the highest award PCV can bestow for service.

A nominee must have:

• Provided outstanding, active and continuous service, which contribution and commitment should be obvious to others involved with PCV,
• Been an exemplary representative and ambassador for the organisation on all occasions,
• Served as a state and/or as one of its sub-committee members, for at least ten years and preferably longer, five of which must have been as a state councillor, and
• Carried out their duties in a competent and efficient manner.

Board members, PCV Committee members and Zone office bearers may recommend nominees to the PCV Board by 31 July.

All applications need to be submitted to the PCV office, and will be tabled with the Board.

Overview

Pony Club Victoria (PCV) is committed to educating riders in a safe and friendly environment. PCV offers a diverse range of disciplines and supports members to reach their full potential. In so doing, we rely on the capabilities and contributions of all our coaches, officials, supporters and clubs. Recognising and rewarding achievements of our riders and coaches and expressing gratitude to our volunteers is an essential part of our culture.

The key elements of success for our organisation are reflected in the following awards:

1. Best achievement by a rider aged 12 years and under

2. Best achievement by a rider aged 13 – 17 years

3. Best achievement by a rider aged 18 -25 years

4. Best achievement by a rider over 25 years NEW

5. Volunteer of the year

6. Kay Irving Coach of the year

7. Kay Irving Young coach of the year (30 years and under) NEW

8. Club of the year

9. Pony Club Victoria Alumni NEW

There will be one award for each category annually.

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Best achievement by a rider aged 12 years and under 

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Participation in Pony Club rallies and activities
• Achievements in riding and completion of Pony Club activities
• Demonstrated partnership with and care for their pony

Best achievement by a rider 13-17 years

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Participation in Pony Club rallies and activities
• Improvement in riding and leadership skills through diligence and effort
• Club citizenship (eg. helpful to others)

Best achievement by a rider aged 18 – 25 years 

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Participation in Pony Club rallies and activities
• Improvement in riding and leadership skills through diligence and effort
• Contribution to club or zone management and programs

Kay Irving Coach of the Year

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Contribution to development of the contemporary coaching program at Pony Club
• Commitment to coaching excellence and professional development through the Pony Club Australia coaching pathway
• Personal passion and resilience, including feedback from students and peers

Kay Irving Young Coach of the Year (30 years and under)

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Contribution to development of the contemporary coaching program at Pony Club
• Commitment to coaching excellence and professional development through the Pony Club Australia coaching pathway
• Personal passion and resilience, including feedback from students and peers

Volunteer of the Year

This category is open to club supporters, administrators, club office holders, officials.

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Displays Pony Club values
• Contribution to the development of their Pony Club for the benefit of members
• Commitment to good governance and professionalism

Pony Club Victoria Alumni of the Year

This award is for a current or ex-Pony Club Victoria member over 25 years old who has gone on to be an active participant in the horse industry as a rider, leader or professional serving the horse industry (eg. coach, educator, journalist, vet). The nominee has taken inspiration from their time at Pony Club and been an ambassador for the organisation.

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Career achievements and profile
• Contribution to the horse industry
• Links to Pony Club, past and present

Club of the Year

SELECTION CRITERIA |

• Implementation of initiatives to attract and retain members, inclusive and responsive to the needs of members
• Good governance processes at club level including member protection, objective decision making, safety and risk management program, succession planning
• Innovation in club management, such as sponsorship programs, financial management, use of online database for management of memberships and events
• Delivery of coaching syllabus, demonstrated achievements by members and coaches (eg. certificates attained, coach accreditation), demonstrated achievements by members and coaches (eg. certificates attained, coach accreditation)

Clubs and zones may award Life Membership to their organisation.

Clubs and and zones may also introduce other awards of achievement and/or recognition as they choose.

Please contact your specific club or zone for more information.