Stationbred Legacy

Stationbred horses play a vital role in the rich history of New Zealand farming. Hardy, sure-footed and with the heart to go all day long, East Coast horses have long been sought after. One Gisborne farming couple is dedicated to preserving and continuing the legacy of the stationbred horse. Rebecca Greaves visited them. Photos By Louise Savage.

Alex Campbell with Texlea St Oliver, the only fully licensed Cleveland Bay stallion in the Southern Hemisphere.

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