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Equestrian Celia Pickens dies in showjumping accident

NZ HeraldStuffThursday 22 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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Veteran equestrian and volunteer Celia Pickens has died following a showjumping accident at the Papatoetoe Pony Club. Show Jumping Waitematā paid tribute to the long-time competitor, noting she spent her final moments in the saddle.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Thu 22 Oct, 5:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 3 hours
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Equestrian Celia Pickens dies in show jumping accident, remembered as a ‘true horsewoman’ (opens in new tab)

  2. StuffStuff

    Equestrian competitor Celia Pickens dies in showjumping accident (opens in new tab)