Written by Trent Masenhelder
Change is afoot at Kitchwin Hills, with longtime stud manager Mick Malone, and assistant stud manager Pauline Alix, no longer part of the business.
Kitchwin Hills' CEO Steve Brown informed clients on Tuesday.
“The decision to part ways comes after careful consideration of the best interest of our clients and their horses. We understand that this change may bring about some uncertainty, but we want to assure you that it is a necessary step to ensure the continued excellence and growth of Kitchwin Hills,” the statement read.
“We understand that this change may bring about some uncertainty, but we want to assure you that it is a necessary step to ensure the continued excellence and growth of Kitchwin Hills.”
In further developments, Kitchwin Hills is partnering with Alma Vale Thoroughbreds, with Verna Metcalfe to oversee the day-to-day care of horses.
“Verna’s reputation for the care of both horses and clients is renowned throughout the thoroughbred industry. This collaboration represents an exciting opportunity for us to enhance and expand our services, while maintaining the high standards and quality of care that you have come to expect from Kitchwin Hills,” an excerpt from the statement read.
“While there has been a change in management, we want to reassure you that this transition will not impact the quality of services you have come to expect from us. Our commitment to excellence remains unwavering, and our team is dedicated to ensuring a seamless and uninterrupted experience for our clients.
Verna Metcalfe | Image courtesy of Inglis
“We are confident that the new management team will continue to uphold the values, standards and professionalism that define our company. They bring a wealth of expertise and experience to the role, and we are excited about the fresh perspective and ideas they will bring to the table.”
Metcalfe told The Thoroughbred Report she is excited about the opportunity.
“It’s going to be really good, I look forward to it as an exciting opportunity,” she said.
“It’s going to be really good, I look forward to it as an exciting opportunity.” - Verna Metcalfe
“Kitchwin Hills has got an amazing record for producing good, tough racehorses, and it’s an amazing property. With the limestone hills, it’s a fantastic property to raise young horses. It’s very-much like Newgate Farm with the paddocks they run their young horses in.
“I just think it’s a great opportunity.”
In addition to boasting a quality broodmare band, Kitchwin Hills stands two stallions Dubious and Graff. Dubious stands at a fee of $15,400 (inc GST), while Graff is $9900 (inc GST).
