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Playing By The Rules

Nov 28, 2025

Emma Reeves aids us with programming and identifies who she thinks is the best placed horse each weekend.  Alalcance, Saturday 29th November, Caulfield, Race 8: I was tempted to go with Shangri La Spring because a horse coming out of a Golden Eagle should be the one to beat in an offseason 2000 metre Listed race. I have gone with the mighty mare Alalcance because it is yet another good example of how we have to adapt plans and pivot as they are not machines, they are animals. In April we pieced together a plan to get her to the Group 1 Metropolitan Handicap and on to Melbourne and although she did a good job in the Wyong Cup first up, it seemed that her almost flawless last preparation had taken a little more out of her than we first thought. We decided to do the right thing by her, reset and give her a freshen up in the paddock.Although she only had a short time out, she was a different horse upon her return. She was brighter, happier, she wanted to get out and do her work and she was eating everything in sight. We have had success in the Zipping Classic recently and it is fair to say that horse did not have the same level of form as Alalcance who started favourite in a Sydney Cup. She is second up and over what we believe is her pet distance and if her revitalised demeanour is anything to go by, she is going to give this an almighty shake.

Wootton Bassett: The Tattersalls Triple Play

Oct 29, 2025

Our recent trip to the Tattersalls Autumn Horses In Training Sale in Newmarket was a sensationally successful raid, further cementing Tulloch Lodge's formidable reputation at this international auction. The numbers speak for themselves: this sale has been the source of our Group 1 Underwood and Turnbull Stakes winner Sir Delius, Group 1 Metropolitan winner Just Fine, Group 1 Canterbury Stakes winner Royal Patronage and Sydney Cup hero Knights Order, demonstrating that we know how to secure value and top-tier talent. This year, we have locked in three elite European prospects by the late, great, worldwide sensation WOOTTON BASSETT who are primed for immediate impact once they land Down Under. These three top-class prospects represent the perfect blend of immediate racing firepower and exceptional long-term opportunity, offering you the chance to fast-track your success by investing in proven talent. Please find additional information on our Tattersalls HIT Sale purchases below. LOT 531 - TRIBAL NATION (Wotton Bassett x Indian Blessing) - 3YO Gelding: Purchase Price: 200,000 guineas (approx. A$440K) Sales: 2025 Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale Shares Available: Yes Colours Available: Yes   Profile: A 3YO gelding by the late, great, worldwide sensation, WOOTTON BASSETT. Timeform rating 101 (to compare, Royal Patronage had a Timeform rating of 105 as a 4YO at the time of purchase) From a mare who was a Champion miler by Sepoy, followed by stamina influences Halling, Rainbow Quest & Mill Reef through his dam sires Raced in the Britannia Stakes over 1600 metres at Royal Ascot in June, beaten just 2 ¾ lengths in a 30-horse field. This is a very good form race we follow closely every year. Purchased from the same stable that gave us WHITE MARLIN (Joseph O'Brien), and the same ownership that we secured NEW ENDEAVOUR from (Teme Valley). He has won from 1400m-1600m, effective on all going, and 3rd last time out in rich Irish Handicap, the Sovereign Path Aspirational race targets = think the Epsom, the Doncaster, the Five Diamonds and the 40 x $1m+ races open to him from 1400m-2200m in the next 18 months! Form: Broke his maiden impressively at Galway over 7f. Has already mixed it with Group 1-class colts: ran in the G3 “Red Rocks” Stakes at Leopardstown behind Henri Matisse and Arizona Blaze, giving you a hard line to top-level form. Physically scopey; mentality rock- solid; the right profile to climb into Stakes company.   Winning rider Dylan Browne McMonagle: “He is a gorgeous horse... a nice horse who will only get better.”   Type: Lovely, big, strong gelding with great size and scope. A ‘bombproof attitude’ and a fluid, free-flowing action. He is very much his father’s son. View his Racing Post profile here.  View his race replays here.  View his Tattersalls Sales page and pedigree here. Lot 674 SWAGMAN (Wootton Bassett x Secretina) - 3YO Colt Purchase Price: 260,000 guineas (approx. A$520K) Sales: 2025 Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale Shares Available: Yes Colours Available: No   Profile A 3YO colt by the late, great, worldwide sensation, WOOTTON BASSETT. Timeform rating 110 From a mare by Champion Broodmare Sire GALILEO, just like Saturday's Cox Plate quinella in VIA SISTINA & BUCKAROO A huge pedigree behind him, a family full of top-class international Group 1 winners Beaten only 4 lengths in the Group 2 Qatar Prix Niel at Longchamp the start before last behind Cualificar, Godolphin’s G1 placed & G2 winning colt, and just over two lengths behind Coolmore’s G1 and G2 winning son of Wootton Bassett, Tennessee Stud. Purchased at the same sale & from the same connections that raced SIR DELIUS & THE OFFER - both Group 1 winners for our stable He has won from 1400m-2000m up to Group 3 level, and effective on all going Aspirational race targets = think the Brisbane Winter Carnival (Cup and Q22), the Epsom, the Metropolitan, Caulfield and Melbourne Cups and the 45 x $1m+ races open to him from 1400m-3200m in the next 18 months! Form: Swagman’s early education was patient and deliberate. Trained by Aidan O’Brien at Ballydoyle, he began his career at the Curragh, finishing third to subsequent G1 winner Hotazhell. He then broke his maiden stylishly at Naas, in a race that has since produced multiple winners, before returning to finish second to Hotazhell in the G3 Tyros Stakes.   After a break Swagman returned in 2025 by winning the 1m2f G3 Classic Trial at Sandow. He stayed the trip powerfully, forging clear by three-quarters of a length from Windlord, a highly regarded colt now rated 107 and a Listed winner in his own right. In the race he also beat Damysus now a G3 winner and rated 109, he is being aimed for G1 races in Europe in 2026.   Ryan Moore after winning the Classic Trial: “He only had three runs last year but his last one was a very good one behind Hotazhell in the Tyros. He’s done well from two to three and when I got on him in the paddock, I thought he had got stronger. He’s straightforward and seems to stay well. I’m happy with what he did today — he’s a nice horse to look forward to.”   Aidan O’Brien after winning the Classic Trial: “We were delighted with him. He started growing on us last year and he’s turned-out a much bigger horse this season. There’s plenty to look forward to.” Notable Performers (Wootton Bassett × Galileo Cross) Al Riffa 5yo– Group 1 National Stakes winner at two; Irish St. Ledger winner; Melbourne Cup favorite Puerto Pico 2yo- Group 1 ParisLongchamp Criterium International and Prix Jean- Luc Lagardere winner Hawk Mountain 2yo – Group 1 Futurity Trophy winner and Group 2 Bersford Stakes winner (Epsom Derby favourite ) Maranoa Charlie – Group 1 ParisLongchamp Prix de la Foret winner Type This colt is just like his dad, and he looked more and more impressive every time we inspected him. He has a real presence and 'swagger' about him.  View his Racing Post profile here.  View his race replays here.  View his Tattersalls Sales page and pedigree here. Lot 675 THRICE (Wootton Bassett x Mississippilanding) - 3YO Colt: Purchase Price: 320,000 guineas (approx. A$640K) Sales: 2025 Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale Shares Available: Yes Colours Available: No   Profile: A 3YO colt by the late, great, worldwide sensation, WOOTTON BASSETT. Timeform rating 108 A lightly raced (7 starts) 3YO Colt by world leading sire WOOTTON BASSETT, just like our own ROYAL PATRONAGE He has come out of very strong form races, including his start before last in the Group 1 Irish Derby where he finished 4 ½ lengths behind Coolmore’s multiple Group 1 winning colt, Lambourn. From a mare by Champion broodmare sire GALILEO, just like Saturday's Cox Plate quinella in VIA SISTINA & BUCKAROO Bought in the same sale & from the same connections that raced SIR DELIUS & THE OFFER - both Group 1 winners for our stable He has won from 1400m-2000m up to Group 3 level, and effective on all going Aspirational race targets = think the Brisbane Winter Carnival (Cup and Q22), the Epsom, the Metropolitan, Caulfield and Melbourne Cups and the 45 x $1m+ races open to him from 1400m-3200m in the next 18 months!   Form: Thrice’s first taste of victory came in a maiden race at Listowel in 2024. At the age of two, this win served as an important foundational moment. Facing relatively green competition, Thrice, ridden by Ryan Moore, was sent off as the heavy 1/4 favourite. Despite Moore's observation that the colt was "a bit babyish" and "got a little lost" on the bends, Thrice demonstrated his class by pulling away decisively in the straight to win by four lengths. This performance was a clear signal of his raw ability.   However, it was his victory in the Group 3 Gallinule Stakes at the Curragh on May 23, 2025, that truly tested and affirmed his potential. In this far more competitive race, Thrice finished second across the line after a dramatic 1 mile and 2 furlong contest. The race outcome was not settled on the track but in the stewards' room, where a lengthy inquiry followed a controversial finish. The stewards found that the horse that crossed the line first, Reyenzi, had caused interference to another horse, Emit, who in turn hampered Thrice. Despite the interference, Thrice, at 12-1 odds, had shown impressive tenacity to finish a close second. The stewards ultimately demoted Reyenzi, awarding the Group 3 victory to Thrice. This win demonstrated not just his raw speed but also his resilience and ability to handle pressure.   Race time: The 2025 Gallinule went in 2:04.46, one of the sharper clockings in recent renewals. Notable Performers (Wootton Bassett × Galileo Cross): Al Riffa 5yo– Group 1 National Stakes winner at two; Irish St. Ledger winner; Melbourne Cup favorite Puerto Pico 2yo- Group 1 ParisLongchamp Criterium International and Prix Jean- Luc Lagardere winner Hawk Mountain 2yo – Group 1 Futurity Trophy winner and Group 2 Bersford Stakes winner (Epsom Derby favourite ) Maranoa Charlie – Group 1 ParisLongchamp Prix de la Foret winner   Type Although he’s not your typical deep coloured Wootton Bassett, he is very much in the mould of the stallion. An absolute standout on physical, and the market agreed!   View his Racing Post profile here.  View his race replays here.  View his Tattersalls Sales page and pedigree here. For more information, or to secure a share in any one of these exciting, young prospects, please get in touch with the Bloodstock team. Happy Racing,   Gai & Adrian

Playing By The Rules

Oct 24, 2025

Emma Reeves aids us with programming and identifies who she thinks is the best placed horse each weekend.  Shangri La Boy, Saturday 25th October, Royal Randwick, Race 8: This colt is in his first racing preparation, which presents a challenge, but he’s quite well in at the weights under the set weights conditions with only Within The Law and Queen Of Clubs rated above him. He won the key lead up by more than two lengths and, while this will be his first attempt at the distance, he was strong through the line that day, suggesting he will relish the extra ground. Most of his rivals are also untried at the trip. He remains against his own age group and has drawn well in barrier 2, so if he can control the tempo without too much pressure in front, he should prove hard to run down.

Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale: Your Chance to Race a Group 1 Winner

Oct 21, 2025

The Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale is a proven and consistent pipeline to Australian Group 1 success for Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott, and we invite you to register your expression of interest to ensure you are the first to hear how to secure your share in the next European superstar. The sale takes place from Monday 27th  - Friday 31st October. The Waterhouse-Bott stable has an unparalleled record of unearthing elite talent from this auction, transforming well-credentialed European horses into stars of the Australian turf. Our strategy focuses on identifying middle-distance and staying prospects with untapped potential for the lucrative Melbourne and Sydney Carnivals. Proven Success: Our Tattersalls Graduates The results speak for themselves. Graduates from the Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale have delivered immense success for our owners, including: Sir Delius: Our record-breaking son of Frankel who has already established himself as a dual Group 1 star, capturing the Underwood Stakes and Turnbull Stakes. Just Fine: A son of Sea The Stars who took out the Group 1 Metropolitan Handicap in dominant fashion. Knights Order: A fan favourite and an elite stayer, winning the prestigious Group 1 Sydney Cup. Royal Patronage: Winner of the Group 1  Canterbury Stakes and an international jetsetter. The Offer and Glencadam Gold are also notable Group 1 winners sourced from this sale. We believe the 2025 catalogue is loaded with prospects that can emulate the success of these champions.  Our Expert Team is on the Ground Our Bloodstock Manager, Claudia Fitzgerald and Johnny McKeever will be on the ground in Newmarket to conduct thorough, physical inspections of all our shortlisted horses. To ensure we select only the very best prospects, we rely on the meticulous form analysis of Rob Waterhouse. His rigorous assessment of speed, distance, weights, and overall time ensures our selections are based on proven performance and upside potential, giving us a significant edge in identifying the horses that will thrive in Australia. Register Your Interest Don't miss the opportunity to join us in the search for your next European superstar. Horses purchased from this sale often provide immediate racing opportunity in Australia's biggest races. By registering your interest, you will be: Contacted directly by our Bloodstock team. Updated daily on our shortlisted horses and sale movements. Given the first opportunity to secure a share in any horse we purchase. Please register your interest here. We look forward to finding our next Group 1 winner with you. Happy racing, Gai & Adrian  

Dr Kevin Doyle - Tulloch

Sep 25, 2025

I'd like to thank Dr. Kevin J. Doyle for sending me the below email and article on Tulloch from The Australian. I must say, I thought it was rather fanciful when I read it myself. Hi Gai,I’ve reviewed the recent article on Tulloch in The Australian and reflect on the narrative presented.Having worked closely with Percy and knowing the inner workings of your Dad’s stable during the 1970s, I must say that from my perspective, writing an article like this nearly 70 years later lacks substantive basis, especially concerning the integrity of Percy, Tommy, and their trusted staff.The suggestion of foul play, as revealed by the apprentice groom Lem Bann, particularly gives me pause. Based on my veterinary experience and personal conversations—including with Dr. Rowan Hickson, who was the vet in Bathurst and a distant cousin of mine—I find the claims about Tulloch’s behaviour and stable security contradict the facts. For example, Tulloch was not the ‘cranky’ horse who only tolerated one individual, as the article suggests. Percy had a unique and respectful bond with Tulloch, clearly demonstrated when he calmly handled and even tapped the horse on the backside without adverse reaction.It’s also clear the stable operated under very high standards of trust and security, with only one known attempted nobbling over many years, and that too was unsuccessful (Gold Pulse).I’m inclined to question the authenticity of both Lem Bann’s account and the journalistic framing of the story. While the veterinary challenges Tulloch faced were real and formidable, the theory of deliberate poisoning seems highly unlikely.I’ve attached a detailed summary of Tulloch’s history and my perspective on the matter should you be interested in further reading.I appreciate the opportunity to revisit such a significant chapter of Australian racing history and share my perspective.Best regards, Kevin Doyle ARTICLE:Tulloch was a legendary Australian Thoroughbred racehorse foaled in 1954 in New Zealand. Trained by Tommy J. Smith and owned by E.A. Haley, Tulloch is widely regarded as one of the greatest Australian stayers in racing history. He won races over distances ranging from 5 furlongs (1,000 meters) to 2 miles (3,200 meters), breaking multiple Australian records including the 10-furlong Cox Plate in 1960 and the 12-furlong Caulfield Cup in 1957. Tulloch’s racing career was remarkable for both his dominance and resilience. As a three-year-old, he won 14 of 16 starts and broke Phar Lap’s near three-decade-old record for the AJC Derby by more than two seconds. Highlights included an emphatic win in the Caulfield Cup in a record time and a commanding victory in the Cox Plate, where he overcame a large deficit on a slow, tight track. Tulloch’s victory in the Caulfield Cup remains one of the fastest turf times ever recorded for the distance, and his AJC Derby record further cemented his status as a superstar. In April 1958, after a season of dominant performance, Tulloch was struck by a mysterious and debilitating stomach disease thought to be caused by a virus or hyper parasitism, though exact diagnosis was not possible with the veterinary knowledge of the time. The illness caused recurring infections and severe weight loss, sidelining him from racing for nearly two years. Under the close veterinary supervision of Percy Sykes and Fred Monaghan. Tulloch received multiple treatments including the notable use of Brilliant Green and a "fecal cocktail" drench to restore his gut flora. Both treatments Percy and Fred believed contributed to his recovery and eventual return to racing. Tulloch returned to competition as a five-year-old and continued to demonstrate his class, winning 15 of 24 races after his illness. His later victories included prestigious weight-for-age races such as the AJC Autumn Stakes, AJC Queen Elizabeth Stakes, and the Brisbane Cup. His overall record stood at an impressive 53 starts for 36 wins, 12 seconds, and 4 thirds, with career earnings surpassing £110,000—a record at the time. Tulloch’s temperament was complex but manageable by veterinarians and his trainer; contrary to some later claims, he was not unusually cranky or difficult to handle, particularly with Dr. Percy Sykes, who had a unique bond with him. Attempts to suggest he was ever deliberately "nobbled" are largely unsubstantiated and contradicted by stable security and staff trust. Tulloch’s legacy extends beyond his race wins; he was one of the five inaugural inductees into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame alongside other legends such as Phar Lap and Kingston Town, and also inducted into the New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame. His impressive records, remarkable comeback from life-threatening illness, and profound impact on Australian racing history continue to be celebrated

We Are Hiring

Jun 17, 2025

Exciting career opportunities await you at one of Australia’s most iconic racing stables SENIOR ACCOUNTS MANAGERIn this role, you’ll play a vital part in keeping the financial wheels turning behind the scenes of a fast-paced, high-profile stable. From managing payroll and reconciling accounts to liaising with racing bodies and overseeing prizemoney distributions, your work will directly support the day-to-day operations of a leading trainer.  Read the full job description here.HR, PEOPLE & CULTURE MANAGERThis is more than just a HR role, it’s an opportunity to shape a workplace culture that supports high achievement, strong relationships and day-to-day excellence in a fast-moving, high-performance environment. You’ll be the go-to person for our team, ensuring every individual feels supported, empowered and part of something exceptional.Read the full job description here.Send your CV and cover letter to enquiries@gaiwaterhouse.com.au

2025 Goffs London Sale: Register Your Interest

Jun 11, 2025

Imagine the thrill of cheering home a Group winner you secured from the world's most prestigious boutique sale. That's the reality for Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott's owners who have consistently unearthed top class Australian racing prospects from the Goffs London Sale. Why the Goffs London Sale? It's a proven pipeline to success. Look no further than our results with recent acquisitions: MILITARY MISSION (IRE): Secured for just £170,000, he went on to become a multiple Group 2 winner of the Zipping Classic and Herbert Power Stakes, and a Group 3 winner of the Newcastle Gold Cup and Hobart Cup, banking over $1.5 Million for his connections. NEW ENDEAVOUR (IRE): A £260,000 purchase who has already earned over $775,000. He recently powered to victory in the Group 3 Lord Mayor's Cup at Eagle Farm and was a close second in the 2024 Group 1 Doomben Cup. He lines up in this weekend's Group 2 Q22 worth $1.2 Million. These are just two examples of how Gai and Adrian's unmatched eye for European talent translates into significant returns and unforgettable moments on the Australian turf for their owners. Over the past week, Gai and Rob have been inspecting horses entered in the sale and as always, the quality is high. Not all the horses in the sale have entries to race next week at Royal Ascot, and first and foremost, our aim is to secure a top-class stayer who can go on to win Group 1 races for us Down Under, but there is nothing more exhilarating than having a runner at Royal Ascot, and the Goffs London Sale gives you the opportunity to do so. This is your exclusive invitation to REGISTER YOUR INTEREST in joining our Bloodstock team as we prepare for the 2025 Goffs London Sale. Don't miss this opportunity to secure your next European superstar. Let's find your next winner,Gai & Adrian

2025 Tour d'Horse KIDS Foundation

May 14, 2025

Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott Racing is delighted to lend its support to the 2025 Tour d'Horse, a remarkable initiative benefiting the Kids Foundation. We recognise the profound impact that horses can have on individuals, fostering resilience, confidence, and a sense of well-being, qualities that align perfectly with the Kids Foundation's vital work in preventing childhood trauma and empowering young lives.Just as we nurture and develop the potential of our equine athletes, the Kids Foundation dedicates itself to nurturing and developing the potential of vulnerable children. We understand the importance of building strong foundations, whether it's for a champion racehorse or a child facing adversity. The Tour d'Horse, with its focus on endurance and perseverance, mirrors the challenges many children overcome, and we are inspired by the dedication of those participating.We are particularly drawn to the Kids Foundation's commitment to creating safer communities for children. This dedication to preventing harm and providing support to those affected deeply resonates with our own values of care and responsibility for the horses we look after on a daily basis. By supporting the Tour d'Horse, we are not only celebrating the magnificent athleticism of horses but also contributing to a cause that is making a tangible difference in the lives of children across Australia. We believe in the power of community and are proud to be part of an event that brings people together to support such a worthy organisation. Jess Bott will be jumping in the saddle for the Waterhouse/Bott team this week and you can support this incredible initiative by donating to our fundraising page here.

Save Rosehill

May 13, 2025

DO NOT SUPPORT THE SALE OF ROSEHILL Our Position: NO has not changed. Although repackaged in a shiny new document with personal incentives designed to distract from the flaws, the ATC has delivered yet another proposal that fails to address members' concerns about the sale of Rosehill.     What is still clear is this: the Club's leadership has lost sight of why the ATC exists.    The Constitution of the ATC states that the object of the Club is racing - not building health centres, gyms or social clubs.     1. Selling Rosehill means sacrificing top-level racing and the future of Sydney's thoroughbred industry.   Losing Rosehill would leave Sydney with only one premier track; a direct contradiction of the Club's core racing purpose 2. The ATC may not even control the funds or the Proposal.    NSW Government Cabinet Office minutes dated 17th November 2023 quote Racing NSW seeking control of "all sale revenue for the benefit of the whole industry." At the 2024 ATC Annual General Meeting the ATC Chairman stated that Racing NSW had engaged a consultant on the proposal. The ATC may receive only a fraction, with no legal protection.     3. The ATC is breaking a key promise made during the 2010 AJC/STC merger.    Members were assured that both Randwick and Rosehill would be retained as Sydney's two premier tracks. This sale abandons that commitment.    4. There is no secured, viable alternative to Rosehill Gardens. Warwick Farm is not a suitable replacement.   It sits on a floodplain between the Georges River and the Hume Highway. It lacks the space, infrastructure, and public access required for a top-tier venue. There are no approved plans for the $802 million upgrade, no development applications, and no flood mitigation strategy that is likely to secure the essential authorities approvals. Substantial construction cost increases over the past five years highlight that these funds may be inadequate to finance the developments proposed. Cabinet Office minutes confirm Racing NSW itself told the NSW Government Warwick Farm was unsuitable.    5. There is no transition strategy or impact assessment for racing or training during redevelopment.   No plan for where horses, trainers, or midweek racing will go.     No modelling of wagering impacts. No operational logistics.    6. The $5 billion is not guaranteed and not what it seems.    Only $1.9 billion is proposed to be received in the first five years. The remaining $3.1 billion is staggered over 10 years, with no secured payment plan or present-day valuation. There are no disclosed deductions, taxes or liabilities. No transparency. No guarantees.     7. A $522 million training centre is being promised, but no land is secured.    A proposed site for a state-of-the-art training centre in greater Sydney region has failed to be identified. There is no timeline, no site, and no clarity on where it fits in the broader racing strategy. Like other racing infrastructure upgrade plans, there is a major risk it will be continually delayed or abandoned.    8. The "Member Loyalty Program" is a $57 million gimmick.     Inducements designed to entice votes impinges on the principles of freedom of choice and the long history of members rights espoused by the ATC and its forbears. It is an inappropriate incentive to mask the ATC's failure to answer the members concerns. The proposal should stand on its own merits without any enticements.     9. Voting YES permanently removes your right to decide Rosehill's future.     The resolution reclassifies Rosehill as "non-core" property. That means if the deal changes or falls through, members no longer have a say, ever again.     10. This is a betrayal of Western Sydney.     Rosehill has been a racing icon since 1885 and is home to the Golden Slipper, the world's richest and most prestigious two-year-old race. It's a cultural and sporting landmark that cannot be replaced.     The vote was deferred to provide members with greater transparency and certainty. Instead, the delay has been used to repackage the same flawed proposal with sweeteners rather than substantive answers.     These critical requirements have still not been met: ☑ No secured or viable alternative to Rosehill with Group 1 capability, flood planning, access, and facilities.     ☑ No confirmed relocation plan for horses, trainers, or midweek racing during redevelopment.     ☑ No wagering impact analysis or transition strategy.     ☑ No written guarantee of the full $5 billion or schedule for payment.     X No legal confirmation that funds will be held and controlled by the ATC.     ☑ No costed delivery plan, financial modelling, or strategy for approvals and risk mitigation.     ☑ No comparison showing that a sale is better than alternative fundraising strategies.     ☑ No protection of member voting rights if the sale falls through.     This is not a vision for racing. It is a risky proposal with permanent consequences.     Until these questions are fully answered to the Members' satisfaction, the only responsible vote is NO.       HOW TO VOTE We are urging ATC members to vote NO to the sale of Rosehill Gardens on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.     You should have received a Notice of Meeting from the Australian Turf Club Limited on May 6th.     To register your 'NO' vote, please follow these steps: Step 1. Scroll to the bottom of the email received on May 6th where you will see the button for 'APPOINT YOUR PROXY Step 2. Above it is a 5 digit PIN number which is unique to you, insert it to proceed     Step 3. Go to the Voting Preferences section     Step 4. Remove the Chairman as the default proxy option by selecting 'Other appointee':     Fill in either Julia Ritchie, or alternatively David Walter Note: Gai Waterhouse will be overseas and unable to be a proxy.     Scroll to bottom of the page The resolution: Tick NO to not support the resolution     Step 5. Submit     Your proxy must be in attendance at the meeting. If your proxy doesn't show, your vote doesn't count. If you choose another person to be your proxy, please confirm with your appointed proxy that they will be attending on the day.     To avoid any challenge to the validity of your Proxy Form ensure the person you nominate is a Voting Member of the ATC. Licensed persons such as trainers are not Voting Members.     Regards, Julia Ritchie & the Save Rosehill Team

Vale Sue Hardie

May 7, 2025

It’s with a very heavy heart that we announce Sue Hardie, a much loved & long standing owner at Tulloch Lodge, departed us on Tuesday 29th April. Gai and Adrian send their heartfelt condolences to Sue’s family, as well as her racing family, as she was much loved and admired by all the men and women who cared for Sue’s horses for over 40 years. Anyone who had the pleasure of racing horses with Sue knows what a remarkable, loyal & caring person she was. A true rarity who’ll be sorely missedFuneral details as follows:Date: Friday 16 MayTime: 11amLocation: All Saints Church, WoollahraAfter: The Oak, Double Bay

RSVP: Kentucky Derby Watch Party

Apr 26, 2025

Gai Waterhouse is attending the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby and she wants you to be a part of the 'greatest two minutes in sport'.Bring your family and friends along to the Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Tulloch Lodge on Sunday 4th May at 8.00am for a morning filled with hot dogs, krispy kremes, mint juleps and heart pumping action live from Churchill Downs.RSVP HERE - https://gaiwaterhouse.softr.app/event-rsvp-form?recordId=reciudLL0Jjj7yPBhIf you have any additional questions please contact Andrea Diaz at andrea@gaiwaterhouse.com.au  

Playing By The Rules

Apr 24, 2025

Emma Reeves aids us with programming and identifies who she thinks is the best placed horse each weekend. Too Darn Lizzie, Saturday 26th April, Morphettville, Race 7:This filly has been rubbing shoulders with the likes of Treasurethe Moment and Aeliana – two history-making fillies. The same can be said for one of her dangers, Benagil, who comes off a career-best effort last start, though she’s done a lot of travelling over the past month. Polymnia is another who has recently made the long trip and brings strong Sydney form into the race. But Too Darn Lizzie is the highest-rated horse in the field for good reason – she has consistently held her own at this level. It’s her first try over this distance, but I always like our horses stepping up in trip throughout a preparation, and Blake Shinn committing to the ride prior to nominations is always a very good sign. I think this is a lovely opportunity for her to add further Group 1 black type to her name – and hopefully, this time, it’s the win.