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Australian Light Horse members battle for Association Cup in Manilla

November 1, 2025

Rob DouglasNovember 1, 2025

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The skills and mateship shown by troops in the Australian Light Horse is alive and well, thanks to a dozen riders in Manilla this weekend.

Jumping over hurdles and drawing their weapons, the group is helping preserve an important piece of the nation’s wartime legacy.

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Rob DouglasNovember 1, 2025

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Rob Douglas

Born and bred in the Manning Valley, Rob Douglas joined the Taree bureau in June 2021 after a short career in print media. He joined the Tamworth team in July 2023. Rob graduated from Charles Sturt University in Bathurst in 2016 with a sports journalism degree.