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 Commands mare, Offer It Up. 

Noel Moir

Farming & Maintenance

Noel has been at Willow Park since 2008. 

Noel rode work for John Morish at Randwick back in the early 1990's, followed by stints at Torryburn and Stoney Bridge as Racing and Breaking Manager. Noel broke in Coogee Walk, Fayreform, Astro Boy, Desert Rain and Torryburn Ranch amongst many others. He says he has worked with too many horses to have a favourite, but Coogee Walk holds a special place in his heart having won a Group 1.

Harry Grinsell

Horse Staff

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 Offer It Up, who has resided at Willow Park since 2013.

Lisa Richards

Horse Staff

Lisa started at Willow Park in 2013, as our foaling specialist. Lisa has foaled over 550 mares, among her star babies are Gr1 winners Ocean Park, Bella Vella & Dreamforce, & Gr2 winners Snitty Kitty & Not A Single Cent.

Lisa is an exceptional photographer, capturing photos for our clients and the farm. When she isn't foaling mares or behind the camera, she helps with the day to day horse husbandry. 

Brett Wise

Horse Staff

Brett has been a part of the Willow Park team since 2006. Over the years he has worked at countless sales for Willow Park, as well as working on the farm during breeding seasons and yearling preps. Along with helping with the day to day horse work, he also does our relief foal watch. 

Brett began his career with horses at the famed Woodlands Stud and the most memorable yearling he has prepared is none other than I Am Invincible! He is also a qualified hairdresser, which keeps him busy in his spare time. 

Brett's favourite mares at Willow Park are Princess Layla and Reply Churlish. 

Dr Rowan Sedgwick

Equine Veterinarian

At Willow Park we have been fortunate to rely on the services of Dr Rowan Sedgwick BVSc Hon. MACVSc since we commenced operations in 2001. His equine knowledge and dedication is second to none.

Geoff Hall

Farrier

Geoff Hall is the master farrier at Willow Park, he began working for us in 2007. When he isn't under a horse, you can find him at a PBR, being a protection athlete saving cowboys!