Membership

As an ESNZ registered Area group, as of 1st April 2026 in accordance with the new ESNZ Constitution we must comply with the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 for maintaining a Membership.

I have an EvoEvents account & I'd like to join!

Membership Options (NB: Membership is processed via EvoEvents)

Adult Membership $25 per annum

Junior Membership $15 per annum

Membership Benefits

  • Reduced Admin Fees for unlimited DCG hosted events ($5.00 discount per rider/event)

  • Membership Lapel Pin for your competition jacket to show that you’re proudly part of the DCG family

  • Eligibility for the annual Accumulator Series and associated awards

  • Regular newsletters and other updates emailed to you directly

  • Free entry to Education Events including those with Guest Speakers

  • Early notification of entries going ‘live’ on EvoEvents

  • Volunteer recognition bonuses

  • Eligibility for future DCG Squad or Scholarship opportunities

    ……watch this space for more benefits in due course!

Membership Expectations

  • Represent the group positively

  • Treat others respectfully

  • Uphold high horse-welfare standards

  • Maintain a supportive attitude

  • Respond to messages promptly and participate respectfully in group communications, and communicate proactively if unavailable

  • Provide volunteer hours throughtout the season

  • Support positive community culture through attending at least one group event or ‘working bee’ outside of competitions

Grounds for removal from Membership

  • Breaching horse-welfare standards

  • Repeated negative behaviour

  • Failing to uphold Membership Expectations

  • Poor communication or conduct reflecting poorly on the group