2024 Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards Announced

Tara Madgwick - Thursday May 30

The Australian Stud And Stable Staff Awards have been a beacon of recognition, appreciation and motivation for industry professionals over the past decade. Racing Australia, Thoroughbred Breeders and Godolphin are pleased to announce the 7 winners for the 2024 edition.

Finn McCarthy of McEvoy Mitchell Racing receives the Leadership Award from Luke Kinniburgh of the Victoria Racing Club.

The winners for each category are as follows:

Leadership Award (Stud or Stable) sponsored by Victoria Racing Club

Finn McCarthy – McEvoy Mitchell Racing, VIC

Horsemanship Award (Stud or Stable) sponsored by Inglis

Hazel Fertier – Freelancer, SA

Dedication to Breeding Award sponsored by Magic Millions

Ngyrie Gonzalez – Alwyn Park Stud, WA

Dedication to Racing Award sponsored by Australian Turf Club

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Trudie Clarke – TRNT, NT

Administration and Ancillary Award (Stud or Stable) sponsored by MRC Foundation

Emma Cully – Star Thoroughbreds, NSW

Thoroughbred Care and Welfare Award sponsored by Queensland Off-The-Track

Nicole Mutimer – NT Institute of Equestrian Sport, NT

Newcomer Award (Stud or Stable) sponsored by Marcus Oldham and Thoroughbred Industry Careers

Isabelle Toole – Vinery Stud, NSW

Congratulations to all the finalists of this year’s Stud And Stable Staff Awards, along with the individuals who put forward their nominations.

It’s important to highlight that the Stud And Stable Staff Awards are designed to amplify your voice and showcase exceptional talent within the thoroughbred industry.

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