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Joe Gardiner is a horseman, performer, and educator whose career spans entertainment, horsemanship, and education. He first entered the public eye as a trick rider and liberty trainer, performing in large-scale productions such as the Australian Outback Spectacular and Cavalia tours in Beijing and Shanghai. These experiences gave him the chance to work alongside some of the world’s best trick riders and Cossack coaches while refining his own liberty and communication skills.
Today, Joe runs Gardiner Equestrian and Laughing Stock Productions from his base in Queensland, Australia. His work is grounded in a philosophy of clarity, consistency, and respect, helping both horses and riders achieve confidence and responsiveness through simple, structured exercises.
Joe believes that every horse deserves a clear start and a foundation based on trust. His methods focus on:
His teaching draws on years of experience performing with horses in high-pressure environments, which taught him the value of preparation, trust, and communication.
Joe teaches through a blend of live clinics and online education, providing accessible training to horse owners across Australia and beyond. His offerings include:
Students value Joe’s practical, no-nonsense approach to horsemanship. His clinics are structured to build skills step by step, ensuring that riders can take home clear exercises to practice. With his calm teaching style and ability to explain the “why” behind each exercise, Joe makes liberty and groundwork accessible for beginners while offering depth for advanced riders.
Through both his live and online teaching, Joe continues to inspire riders to look for clarity, communication, and confidence in their training. His unique background in entertainment and education gives him a rare perspective on horsemanship that blends performance with practicality, helping horses and riders achieve harmony together.
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Yes, the trade hall features saddle fitters, tack retailers, feed suppliers, apparel brands, and more, offering a comprehensive shopping experience for horse enthusiasts.
Yes, stable information and booking packs will be sent out with your clinic booking confirmation.
For the general public there is a caravan only camping site at Caboolture showgrounds. See - https://cabooltureshowgrounds.com.au/camping/
Yes, you may bring your horse if you are participating in a clinic; otherwise, horses are not permitted on site.
No, booking a clinic spot includes your general admission for the day of your clinic.
Tickets can be purchased online via the official expo website, with single-day, three-day, family, and VIP package options available.
Yes, most event areas are wheelchair accessible.
There is ample on-site parking, and shuttle services run from nearby train stations and bus stops for convenient public transport access.
Yes there are stables and camping available on site - You need to Book your stabling and camping direct through QSEC. For the General Public see General Public.
Vendor applications can be made online, just checkout the footer section in the site.
Daily demonstrations include dressage, working equitation, carriage driving, mindset workshops, and groundwork sessions led by world-class trainers.
The Horse Expo is a Bi-annual three-day event showcasing equine activities, expert-led clinics, competitions, and a trade hall with the latest in horse gear and services.
The expo runs from 14 to 16 November 2025 at the Moreton Bay Events Centre in Brisbane’s northern suburbs.
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