Glenn Burrows

Stud Owner

Glenn has spent his life in the thoroughbred industry in one form or another.

He was introduced to horses early on in life, as his late father was a trainer and breeder.

Glenn joined auction house William Inglis and Son at the age of 16, in the pedigree department, before resigning some 20 years later as bloodstock manager, to purchase Willow Park.

Jade Rossington

Stud Manager

Jade started with Willow Park in 2005 and became stud manager in 2011. Prior to Willow Park, Jade worked at Twin Palms Stud for four years, and also did a yearling season in both England and America. 

Her most memorable yearling is Samantha Miss, who was sold for $1.5m (Jade led her through the ring), and went on to become Champion 3YO Filly of her year, Jade often went to the races to cheer her on.

Her favourite mare on the farm currently is Diva Express, who has a lovely St Marks Basilica yearling and foal by the same sire.

Chloe Milliken

Assistant Stud Manager

Chloe started at Willow Park in April 2021, having helped out at sales previously. She has worked in Australia, NZ, England, Ireland, Germany and America, mainly doing yearling preps and sales, with the odd foaling season.

The most memorable horses Chloe has worked with are Meleka Belle (dam of Melody Belle), as she grew up with her family, and the beautiful Iffraaj, a gorgeous and gentle stallion, also sire of Meleka Belle.

Chloe’s favourite mare at Willow Park is the sweet Medaglia D'Oro mare, Rhapsody In Blue.

Harry Grinsell

Horses & Maintenance

Harry started with Willow Park in 2001, with his role encompassing horse work, gardening and maintenance.

Prior to Willow Park, Harry worked with Brian Mayfield Smith in the 80's, and even strapped two horses for the Melbourne Cup - Indian Raj and Sydney Cup winner, Late Show. 

Harry's favourite mare on the farm is Sacred Option.

Jen James

Horse Staff

Jen joined the Willow Park team in August 2023. Having ridden horses since she was nine years old, Jen grew up attending Pony Club, barrel racing and going to shows.

Jen's favourite horse on the farm is Emotional Moment (GB), a beautiful mare who is always up for a scratch. Outside of work, Jen enjoys four wheel driving, camping, playing with her dogs and riding horses.

Clare Schmolinske

Horse Staff

A German native, Clare joined Willow Park in September 2024, after travelling for over two years around Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

Clare grew up riding horses, mostly doing dressage and jumping, and has worked as a stable hand at various farms, most recently spending three months at Curraghmore Stud doing the weanling preparation.

She would love to keep travelling and exploring the world for a while, before settling down somewhere with amazing views - like the ones at Willow Park! 

Sam Griffiths

Farming & Maintenance

Nat Genders

Horse Staff

Nat started working at Willow Park in October, 2024. Originally from Western Australia, Nat’s journey in the industry began about 10 years ago working for Renny and Fiona Lee-Steere at Hawthronden Farm, helping with breaking in young horses.

One of Nat’s favourite horses that she has worked with is Group 3 winner More Prophets at Bell River. 

Outside of work, Nat enjoys spending time with her kids. 

Alexis Albert

Farming & Maintenance

Alexis joined the farming team at Willow Park in November, 2024. From a small village in the South of France, Alexis spent many years working in construction and manual labour in his father’s company as a roofing craftsman.

He also helped with the managment and upkeep of his family’s horse farm, that specialises in breeding racehorses and endurance horses.

Alexis is passionate about hiking, travelling and discovering new places in his spare time. 

Alicea Ganderton

Horse Staff

Alicea has worked at Willow Park on and off since 2010, having recently returned a third time after welcoming her two children with husband Nathaniel.

Having been around horses since high school, Alicea worked as a trail riding guide at Glen Worth Valley while at school, then completed the Tocal horse husbandry course, before working on a number of studs including Woodlands, Glenlogan Park and Strawberry Hill Stud. Her favourite mare at Willow Park is Excelegant.

Alicea likes to spend her free time with her family and her mare Scruples, who has also spent some time at Willow Park over the years!

Anita Brown

Horse Staff

Anita has been back at Willow Park since 2020, having previously worked on the farm for a couple of years in 2017, before taking a break to have her daughters. She has worked with warmbloods, on a number of thoroughbred studs in the Hunter Valley, as well as stints with breakers/pre trainers and in racing stables. In her spare time (if she can find any!), she enjoys spending time with her family, farm work at home and the occasional sleep!

Lisa Richards

Media & Marketing

Lisa worked for Willow Park fulltime from 2013 until 2021, working in all aspects of the farm, but mainly as our foaling specialist. She has foaled down over 500 mares, among her star babies are Gr1 winners Ocean Park, Bella Vella and Dreamforce. 

Lisa is an exceptional photographer, she has been doing the farm photography for the past five years. Currently studying Graphic Design at Torrens University in Brisbane, Lisa manages our photography and media. Her current favourite mare on the farm is Happy Event.