Time to Prepare for the New Membership Year
2026–2027 Membership & Affiliation
Dear Club Committees and Zone Administrators,
As we head toward the 2026-2027 membership year, I wanted to get you everything you need in one place - the key dates, the updated fees, and the JustGo checklist to work through before the blackout period begins. I'm really pleased that this year we're heading into the new cycle with fees coming down on both sides - a genuinely positive message to share with your members.
Please share this with your committees and JustGo administrators. If you have questions at any point, the office is here to help - details at the bottom of every page.
Warm regards,
Meaghan Densley
Executive Officer, Pony Club Victoria
Good news to open with The PCV Board has resolved to reduce state membership fees from $150 to $135 for 2026-2027 — a $15 saving per riding member. PCA has also delivered a slight net decrease on their fees, thanks to a 7.5% reduction in the insurance levy offsetting the CPI increase on capitation. Great news for clubs and families heading into the new membership year. |
Key Dates For Your Diary
| Date | What's happening |
|---|---|
| 23 April 2026 | Countdown to blackout begins. Comms go out to all clubs with 2026-2027 fee information. |
| 1 – 14 May 2026 | Blackout period. State, Zones and Clubs update JustGo membership setup for 2026-2027. |
| 15 May 2026 | 2026-2027 renewals go live. Bridging membership opens for new or lapsed members. Current members can also renew from this date. New members receive a 14-month membership valid from purchase until 30 June 2027 — full details to follow. |
| 1 June 2026 | Zone and Club affiliation fees available in JustGo for 2026-2027. Certificate of Currency will be uploaded once payment is received — find it in your club profile under Attachments. |
| 30 June 2026 | All 2025-2026 memberships lapse. Riders are no longer insured or considered members if they haven't renewed. |
| 1 July 2026 | New membership year officially begins. PCV affiliation fees due from all Zones and Clubs. |
Come & Try memberships remain available through Victoria Direct during the blackout period.
2026-2027 Fees at a Glance
PCA fees (per riding member)
| Membership type | Fee (GST incl.) |
|---|---|
| All Riding Memberships (VIC) | $84.54 |
| Non-Riding Memberships | $0.00 |
| Come & Try | $11.00 |
PCA fees include Personal Accident and Public & Products Liability insurance premiums. A CPI increase on capitation has been offset by a 7.5% reduction on the insurance levy, resulting in a slight net decrease compared to 2025-2026.
PCV State fees (per member)
| Membership type | 2025-26 | 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Riding | $150.00 | $135.00 |
| Senior Riding | $150.00 | $135.00 |
| Adult Riding | $150.00 | $135.00 |
| Ready2Ride | $75.00 | $75.00 |
| Club Supporter (Non-Riding) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Come & Try (Victoria Direct only) | $9.00 | $9.00 |
PCV Affiliation fees (per club/zone)
| Affiliation | Fee |
|---|---|
| Club Affiliation | $50.00 |
| Zone Affiliation | $175.00 |
A few things worth noting
- Insurance cover extends to registered members only — all volunteers, coaches and instructors must be registered to be covered.
- Only coaches and instructors registered with PCA have insurance cover.
- JustGo membership receipts show a clear breakdown of National, State, Zone and Club fees.
- Zone and Club fees are set locally and added on top of the PCA and PCV fees above.
JustGo checklist - tasks to work through now
To set your club or zone up for a smooth transition, please work through the checklist below before the blackout period ends on 14 May 2026.
| Task | ✓ |
|---|---|
| Committee to set 2026-2027 club membership fees (new membership year runs 1 July – 30 June). | ☐ |
| Let any riders upgrading to Senior category know they need to apply for a WWCC ready for 2026-2027. Evidence of application can be uploaded while they wait for the card. | ☐ |
| Check WWCC compliance for all members aged 18+ via Club Reports > Credentials & Qualifications > Club Members with Credentials. | ☐ |
| Review club roles in JustGo — only current roles should be listed, and previous admins should have access revoked. | ☐ |
| Confirm all committee members hold a current membership and WWCC. | ☐ |
| Double-check all club profile information is correct. | ☐ |
| Confirm the club mailing address — this is where membership cards will be sent. | ☐ |
| Ensure the Secretary and President both have Email Club Contact ticked in the Club Role tab. | ☐ |
| Set up your 2026-2027 fees in JustGo during the blackout period. | ☐ |
| Review Life Member profiles — update each year via Member Profile > Additional Details > Admin Only > Life Member: Yes. | ☐ |
A Note for Zones
If your zone collects fees from each rider, please make sure each membership is set up and activated during the blackout period — otherwise you risk missing out on fee collection.
We strongly encourage zones to complete their membership setup before clubs activate theirs, so that club financial members appear financial at the zone level from day one.
Email: office@ponyclubvic.org.au Phone: (03) 8685 8925