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Behind the Stable Doors: Human Factors at Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre

Monday, November 30, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Overview

Optional Site Visit


Details

Explore the challenges of managing people, animals and shared spaces within one of Sydney's most distinctive working environments. This guided visit to the heritage-listed Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre will explore the operation of a facility accommodating up to 197 horses, riding schools, private owners and commercial operators. Through a walk-through and demonstrations, the visit provides an opportunity to consider aspects such as safety, human-animal interactions, shared spaces, heritage constraints and the challenges of managing diverse activities within a complex operational environment. Meeting point: Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre, 114–120 Lang Road, Moore Park. Delegates wishing to travel together by public transport can meet at Mercure Sydney Central at 8.30 am. What to wear/bring: Closed shoes are mandatory. If rain is forecast, please bring a raincoat rather than an umbrella. Participants must follow all instructions from the site hosts when around horses. Capacity: Maximum 20 participants.

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