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Graduate Program For Thoroughbred Industry

October 29, 2024

A new pathway for young people to enter the thoroughbred industry has been established with Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) launching a graduate program. The scheme will give university- leavers the opportunity to learn from some of the biggest names associated with racing, breeding and wagering. Those accepted on to the course will undertake a two-week … READ MORE

Applications for the 2024 Nolan Scholarship are Now Open

September 9, 2024

The Nolan Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate of the TBA Fast Track program in memory of the late Basil Nolan Jnr, a highly respected and much-loved member of the Australian breeding community. The successful graduate will travel to Ireland for six months to take part in the Irish National Stud Breeding Course. Pictured is … READ MORE

Registrations Now Open for the TBA Management Skills Workshops 

June 25, 2024

Photo: Attendees of the 2023 Nagambie Management Skills Workshop.  Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) is calling for industry participants to register for its upcoming nationwide management workshops, which offer stud farm workers the opportunity to advance their leadership and communication skills.   The training consists of a two-day delivery by Juliet Robinson from Big Goals, who has coached more than 150 industry participants since the program was inaugurated in 2022.   “We’ve had great success from … READ MORE

Graduates On The Fast Track To Success

June 5, 2024

The sixth intake of Thoroughbred Breeders Australia’s (TBA) national traineeship program, Fast Track, has graduated with a gala ceremony in Scone. Fourteen students received their Certificate III in Horse Breeding after completing the 12-month program, with the trainees carrying out placements on farms across New South Wales, Victoria and for the first time, Tasmania. More … READ MORE

Stud Start Applications open

April 29, 2024

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) has today opened applications for its successful Stud Start program, which provides a gateway for people with little or no previous experience to enter the breeding industry. Fully funded by TBA, Stud Start was launched last year to compliment TBA’s flagship training program, Fast Track, and is designed for people – … READ MORE

Les Young Scholarship Applications OPen

April 9, 2024

In 2019, the thoroughbred and racing industry lost one of their longest and most devoted figures. Les Young was a renowned industry all-rounder. A respected bloodstock agent, Journalist and long-serving committee member of Thoroughbred Breeders NSW as well as a foundation member and vice president of the NSW Racehorse Owners Association. Les spent a lifetime … READ MORE

Finalists announced for the 2024 Australian Stud And Stable Staff Awards

April 2, 2024

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 14 finalists for the 2024 edition. These 14 finalists embody the dedication and passion that define the backbone of our industry … READ MORE

Stud And Stable Staff Awards Shortlist Announced

March 14, 2024

The Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards proudly shortlisting committee have announced the shortlisted nominees for the 2024 edition. The committee expressed gratitude for the exceptional quality of nominations this year. Please find below the nominees for the 2024 Awards:   Leadership Award (Stud or Stable) Horsemanship Award (Stud or Stable) Dedication to Breeding Award … READ MORE

Nominations now open for the 2024 Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards

January 10, 2024

The Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards proudly announce the commencement of nominations, welcoming you to appreciate, celebrate and motivate individuals shaping the future of our industry. This is your chance to show your gratitude as we honour the commitment and passion displayed by the backbone of our industry and great sport. These Awards offer … READ MORE

Strong Political Support For The Thoroughbred Industry

October 17, 2023

Federal politicians have pledged bipartisan support for the thoroughbred industry, emphasising its importance to the economy and the integral part it plays in the social fabric of rural, regional and metropolitan Australia.  More than 40 MPs and Senators from across the political divide gathered with industry leaders at Parliament House in Canberra on Monday evening … READ MORE

Nolan Scholarship Applications Open

September 7, 2023
Jarrod Robinson receiving his Irish National Stud graduation certificate.

Applications for the 2023 Nolan Scholarship are now open. The Nolan Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate of the TBA Fast Track program in memory of the late Basil Nolan Jnr, a highly respected and much loved member of the Australian breeding community. The successful graduate will travel to Ireland for six months to take … READ MORE

Next Crop Stallion Tours

July 27, 2023

TBA Next Crop is excited to announce its first official event for members. Stallion tours will be held in Nagambie (VIC) and Scone (NSW) in the lead up to the breeding season, giving young participants the opportunity to visit some of the country’s most respected stud farms and inspect a number of stallions. The tours … READ MORE

Scholarship Announced In Memory Of The Late Les Young

July 13, 2023

In 2019, the thoroughbred and racing industry lost one of their longest and most devoted figures. Les Young was a renowned industry all-rounder. A respected bloodstock agent, journalist and long serving committee member of Thoroughbred Breeders NSW as well as a foundation member and vice president of the NSW Racehorse Owners Association, Les spent a … READ MORE

TBA Funded Management Skills Workshops

June 2, 2023

Last year TBA hosted a series of workshops across the country to help managers develop their leadership and communication skills. The feedback from those sessions was overwhelmingly positive so we are hosting an expanded series this year which will be run over two days. Day One will focus on how to motivate and manage a … READ MORE

National Stud And Stable Staff Awards Honour John Brady For 70 Years Of Devotion

May 25, 2023

A consortium of the industry’s most passionate and dedicated individuals from all levels of the Australian thoroughbred breeding and racing communities assembled on the Gold Coast Turf Club – 2023’s host for the Awards’ ceremony – on Wednesday, to celebrate the Awards’ ninth cohort of finalists. Seven categories and an overall Thoroughbred Excellence Award were … READ MORE

TBA Launch Young Breeders’ group

May 22, 2023

TBA is delighted to announce the creation of a new group for young people in the industry, TBA Next Crop. The group is being created with the aim of providing those aged 36 and under with the chance to network with their peers in the industry, as well as the opportunity to continue their professional … READ MORE

TBA Announce New Pathway Into Breeding

May 19, 2023

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) is excited to launch a new program that provides a pathway into the breeding industry for people changing career. TBA Stud Start will give participants the opportunity to take part in an intensive 10-day introduction to breeding course at TAFE in Scone, followed by a work placement on a respected stud … READ MORE

Finalists Annouunced For The 2023 Stud & STable Staff Awards

April 3, 2023

A man who has devoted more than 70 years to one of Australia’s most famous racing stables, a former Uber Eats driver who accidentally discovered an affinity with thoroughbreds and a pair of women who have enriched the lives of hundreds of horses are among an extraordinary crop of finalists in the 2023 Australian Stud … READ MORE

Second Year Of Phase Two: Post-Mortem Of Late-Term pregnancy Loss Project Commences

March 31, 2023

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia is pleased to announce that Phase Two of the Post-Mortem of Late-Term Pregnancy Loss Project will continue for a second season in New South Wales (NSW), Victoria (VIC) and Queensland (QLD), starting 1st April. In addition to Scone Equine Hospital, Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital and Darling Downs Vets, an additional three clinics … READ MORE

TBA Launch New Online Education Platform

March 28, 2023

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) has launched a new online education platform designed to allow everybody the opportunity to learn the basics of horse care from industry experts. The platform – which is hosted at TBALearning.com – already has some 20 modules online, covering areas such as conformation, checking horse health, how to safely load a … READ MORE

Shortlist Announced For the 2023 Stud & Stable Staff Awards

March 17, 2023

The first step in deciding the winners of the 2023 Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards has been completed with the judges settling on a shortlist that reflects the “strength and quality” of the hundreds of nominations received from across the nation. Such was the standard of this year’s nominations; the shortlist committee was presented … READ MORE

2023 Fast Track Applications Now Open

February 10, 2023

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia’s (TBA) commitment to finding the next generation of staff for the breeding industry continues with applications for the 2023 Fast Track program opening this week. Now in its sixth year, the national training scheme offers people with a passion for horses a pathway into the breeding sector. Developed in response to the … READ MORE

2022 Strategy Review

January 25, 2023

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) and Aushorse recently released its annual strategy review. This report outlines key initiatives undertaken in 2022 and looks what the organisations will focus on in 2023. Click here to view the online edition of the publication. You can also request a complimentary hard copy by emailing member@tbaus.com.

Support For Victorian Breeders Impacted By Flooding

October 21, 2022

The Victorian flooding events of the past week have been devastating for many in the breeding community and Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (TBA) is committed to assisting those who have been impacted. With the announcement of a flood relief package from the Victorian government in the past few days, we want to ensure all those businesses … READ MORE

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