Matt Grady

A close association with Louis Mihalyka’s Laurel Oak Bloodstock going back over 30 years has given Matt Grady a deep knowledge and understanding of the racing industry. A very large percentage of what I know about the industry has come from working with Louis,” Matt says. “I could say that he has sculptured me in…

ByGraeme KellyJuly 20, 20230Comments

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Henry Dwyer

[Published Bluebloods July/August 2020] After a humble beginning as a trainer seven years ago Henry Dwyer has developed quite a reputation for providing his owners with the most enjoyable and successful racing experience possible. The standard he has achieved is demonstrated by the tangible assets he has been able to build. With stabling at Caulfield, where…

ByGraeme KellyOctober 7, 20210Comments

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David White

[published Bluebloods March 2020] IN THE early days of shuttle stallions many young horsemen and women were also lured from Ireland to do their own “shuttle season” working on studs in Australia and NZ and many then decided to make their home here. They have became a vital part of our industry and one notable…

ByGraeme KellyAugust 30, 20210Comments

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Clare Cunningham

[published Bluebloods May/June 2020] It is only three years ago that Clare Cunningham received her training licence. Although she had spent her lifetime amongst racehorses she wondered whether the experience would be anything more than another entry on her curriculum vitae. But since then Clare has put her depth of knowledge to very positive use. Her…

ByGraeme KellyAugust 30, 20210Comments

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Joe Heather

IT’S a dream come true to have your first sire get a Golden Slipper winner in his first crop and this provided a wonderful start for Joe Heather, who was appointed general manager of Telemon Thoroughbreds at Innisplain in 2018. Joe, who has been around horses all his life, is pragmatic about how long Sidestep…

ByGraeme KellySeptember 19, 20190Comments

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Kate Grimwade

KATE Grimwade was appointed assistant trainer at Flemington to James Cummings almost 12 months ago and, while the work at Godolphin’s historic Carbine Lodge stables is demanding, the rewards are immense. Since her appointment there has been one reason after another to celebrate. It all began for Kate when the imported Pivotal horse Avilius (GB)…

ByGraeme KellySeptember 19, 20190Comments

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Libby Bleakley

FROM a “horse mad” child to a horse whisperer, Libby Bleakley has spent virtually her whole life learning about thoroughbreds from some of the best in the business. Now she is putting that knowledge to good use at Highden Park, a property she owns with husband Sam, and experiencing some spectacular success at the sales…

ByGraeme KellyNovember 27, 20180Comments

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Craig Rounsefell

THE thoroughbred industry can be very tough on participants. In fact high-flying entrepreneur Robert Holmes a’Court, who owned numerous notables including 1984 Melbourne Cup winner Black Night, once said, “If you survive in racing you will survive in anything.” Yet, quite remarkably, Boomer Bloodstock, operated by Craig Rounsefell with the support of his American-born wife McCall,…

ByGraeme KellyJune 25, 20180Comments

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Clare Lindop

THE attitude towards female jockeys has changed rapidly in the past decade, as riders like classic-winning Clare Lindop set the pace by steering home Gr.1 winners and leading premierships. Now, as her riding career may be winding down, Clare reflects on her start in the industry and on some of the highs and lows of…

ByGraeme KellyJune 25, 20180Comments

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Greg Bennett

The surf breaks of Sydney’s northern beaches are a world away from the farming country at Walcha, but Greg Bennett made the transition in his early teens and soon became involved in the world of horses and pony clubs before graduating to became one of Australia’s most respected horse breakers. Now a highly successful trainer…

ByGraeme KellyFebruary 22, 20180Comments

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