2025 Stud and Stable Staff Awards Winners Announced

Media Release - Tuesday May 27

The 11th annual Stud and Stable Staff Awards celebrated the winners of seven categories at The QT Hotel on the Gold Coast on Monday, 26 May. The ceremony, hosted by Ally Mosley and James Tzaferis, honoured the exceptional contributions of staff across the Australian thoroughbred industry, with winners representing five states highlighting the national breadth of talent within the industry.

The highlight of the evening was Godolphin’s Paul Reid, who received the Leadership Award and subsequently the coveted Thoroughbred Excellence Award. Described as the backbone of Osborne Park, Paul has been assistant trainer there since 2012.

Tracy O’Hara received the Dedication to Racing Award, recognising over 25 years as a track rider, jockey and now mentor to the children of Thoroughbred Industry Careers National Pony Racing Series. Julie Bramucci, a finalist for the third time, was honoured for her work with Off the Track (OTT) thoroughbreds, earning her the Thoroughbred Care and Welfare Award.

Described by Tony McEvoy as a fundamental part of their operation, Ellen Hodge from McEvoy Mitchell Racing won the Administration and Ancillary Services Award. From Widden Stud in NSW, Matt Comerford took home the Dedication to Breeding Award, while Denis Gilmanov of Segenhoe Stud NSW won the Horsemanship Award.

The Newcomer Award category was particularly exciting, with all seven shortlisted finalists receiving recognition for their contributions to the thoroughbred industry. Olivia Klug Michael Kent Racing emerged as the overall winner in this highly competitive category.

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Applauding all winners at the ceremony was Senator The Honourable Anthony Chisolm and special guests Julia Battams and Kate Nipperess from Equine Pathways Australia.

Marking 11 years of these Awards, we extend our thanks to the Judging Panel for their invaluable voluntary services: Johan Petzer, Melissa Weatherley, Basil Nolan, Jenny Watson, Mary Capuano, James Tzaferis, Troy Corstens and Hazel Fertier.

We also wish to extend our sincere thanks to all our sponsors and media partners for their ongoing support and commitment. Without the backing of these key industry participants, an event of this magnitude would not be possible.

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