www.m agi cm i l l i ons.com.au • 2021 PE R TH YEARLING SALE
THE NEXT Generation BY KRISTEN MANNING
With the number of young enthusiasts striving to make their way in the racing and breeding world, the Western Australian thoroughbred industry is in great hands. From those with a history of family involvement going back decades to newcomers to the game, there are high levels of skill and ambition amongst those working at studs across the state and after reading about some of the smartest up-and-comers, we are sure that you will agree that the future looks bright!
CLAIRE WILLIAMSON How did you get started in the thoroughbred world?
my own endeavour. The transition has been relatively smooth and I am so thankful for the support and loyalty I have received from my family and the racing community.
Having grown up on a stud farm, I was exposed to animals from a young age. My interest and awe in thoroughbreds has grown into a passion for caring and breeding.
We operate on 500 acres of fertile land in the great southern and the climate and all year-round pasture make for an ideal, stress free environment for our horses to grow and thrive.
My parents (owners and operators of Mungrup Stud, the property on which Willaview Park is homed) bought their first stallion in 1980 and watching them succeed in the industry shaped and cemented my career choice.
I currently have two standing stallions, A Lot and Oratorio. Having just completed our first successful breeding season I am excited for the future of this aspect of the business.
Having the opportunity to somewhat follow in their footsteps is a real privilege.
Willaview Park’s facilities allow me to cater for every aspect in the life of a thoroughbred, from breeding, growing, educating, sale preparation and spelling to retirement.
Willaview Park
What is your current involvement? Earlier this year my parents decided to close their business Mungrup Stud but with that choice came an opportunity for me to use the land and infrastructure for
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Currently the team and I are preparing a draft of quality yearlings for the upcoming Western Australian Magic
