Segenhoe Stud Info Memorandum

SEGENHOE STUD

975 Rouchel Rd, Aberdeen

Zoning:

RU4 (Primary Production

Small Lots) + R5 (Large Lot

Residential)

Local Govt:

Upper Hunter Shire Council

568.83Ha

Local Plan:

Upper Hunter Local

Environmental Plan 2013

975 ROUCHEL RD, ABERDEEN

SEGENHOE STUD

Nestled within the illustrious Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, the worldfamous Segenhoe Stud emerges as a pinnacle of prestige and excellence in the realm of Thoroughbred and Angus breeding. This esteemed property stands as a testament to a breeding ground for success and functionality, fused seamlessly within its 568.83 hectares.

The success of any farm hinges not solely on its sales achievements, but predominantly on its performance at the track. Without question, Segenhoe Stud has emerged as Australia’s foremost farm for breeding the world’s best racehorses. Over the past decade, Segenhoe has produced an impressive tally of 13 Group 1 champions. Among them; Eagle Way, Oohood, Ellsberg, Mizzy, Manuel and Sky Field, and including stallions standing at stud Merchant Navy and Kings Legacy. More recently, horses like Pride of Jenni, King Colorado, In Secret, Amelia’s Jewel, and Joliestar have continued to uphold the Group 1 legacy, with the frequency of such victories notably on the rise, especially in recent years. In 2023, Segenhoe enjoyed a remarkable Spring carnival, setting a racing season record with an astounding 13 individual stakes winners.

Segenhoe continues to excel in the sales ring, emerging as the leading vendor at the recent Magic Millions 2024 Yearling Sales by grossing $16,665,000 (with an average of $555,500) and maintaining an average of over $550,000 for the past two years. The farm achieved a notable milestone by selling a record 7 million-dollar yearlings at the sale, and a total of 10-million-dollar yearlings for the year. This achievement is a testament to the quality of horses that will represent the farm in the coming years. Already boasting two stakes-winning two-year-olds in Highness and High Octane this season, Segenhoe anticipates that this famous legacy will continue to thrive.

As you explore the boundless potential that Segenhoe offers, prepare to embark on a journey where functionality and success converge harmoniously. This is more than a property; it’s a legacy in the making, waiting for the next visionary to inscribe their mark upon its storied grounds.

TITLE RECONCILIATION

LAND USE

THE FARM IS SUBDIVIDED INTO SEVERAL DISTINCT AREAS:

“BALMORAL” & “ROSELEA” Breeding stock & Quarantine

FAIRLIGHT” Spelling + Stallions

“SEGENHOE” Breeding Stock and Yearling Preparation

“GLENBAWN & “YEARLING FARM” Breeding Stock, Yearlings, Lucerne

LOCATION

Segenhoe Stud aggregation situated approximately 14km south east of Scone, in the renowned Upper Hunter region of NSW, which is considered Australia’s premium thoroughbred region.

14km Scone

15km Muswellbrook

70km Singleton

147km Newcastle

279km Sydney CBD

Rear Entrance 1239 Glenbawn Rd

LOCATION

TOPOGRAPHY

Segenhoe has extensive frontage to the Hunter River throughout the property.

Topography across the Property is slightly undulating throughout. There is double river frontage in the south-western portion with the associated alluvial flats extending north to single frontage through the centre of the holding, opening out to double frontage again in the northern portion. The rich alluvial flats generally rise to arable grazing slopes at the northern end of the aggregation. Overall, Segenhoe has an excellent balance of flats, slopes and hills that are well suited to horse stud operations.

The property has an altitude ranging from approximately 80m to 300m above mean sea level.

Largely cleared land, with the exception of some Box Gum and Apple shade timber in larger paddocks, with Casuarina and Willow trees lining the river frontages. The majority of paddocks and laneways have been planted with Plane Trees, Eucalypts, Elms and Pines along fence lines. There is a mix of established pastures and native grasses, with pastures typically including a blend of rye and clovers plus lucerne.

SOIL

Soils range from sandy/silty alluvial loams associated with the Hunter River, rising to red and brown clay loams plus lighter red soils and rocky outcrops to the steeper areas and hills.

FENCING

Fencing comprises a mixture of agricultural and equine styles, with holding fenced into approximately 60 paddocks, plus smaller holding and yearling/ foaling paddocks for equine use.

Boundary fencing mostly timber post and rail with netting and electric wire above top rail

Internal fencing mix of timber post with 3 timber rails or timber post with 5 wires. All with electric wire above rail. All in good condition.

Agricultural fencing comprises two plain and three electric wires affixed to steel posts.

Fencing is considered to be in sound equine/stock proof condition.

WATER

WATER

Stock water is predominantly supplied from the pressure pumps on the Hunter River, supplying tank and trough reticulated system to all paddocks and yards. This supply is supplemented by approximately 7-8 medium to large dams. Domestic water supply is provided by roof catchment to water storage tanks.

The property’s substantial river frontage and irrigation allocation stand as remarkable assets. With Water Access Licenses (WAL) in place, Segenhoe holds the rights to extract 1288.7 units from the Hunter River for domestic, stock and irrigation purposes. This allocation supports efficient spray irrigation and traveller systems,

facilitated through underground mains, ensuring optimal utilisation of water resources for agricultural benefits.

The current water licences are transferable within the scheme in which they are issued and form part of the sale.

Glenbawn Yearling Complex - secondary 20ML storage filled by 30kw river pump - 3x45kw, 1x37kw and 1x11kw pumps service yearling paddock pastures and surrounds via underground mains.

8 x 3 phase electric Hunter river pump sites across property between 18.5kw and 37kw

Authorised

Holder Segenhoe Group Pty Ltd

The Bureau of Meteorology weather station at Aberdeen has recorded an average rainfall of 745ml per annum from 1926 to 2023.

SEGENHOE + BALMORAL INFRASTRUCTURE

MAIN HOMESTEAD

The charming weatherboard homestead, architecturally crafted circa 2008, sits amidst mature gardens and lush lawn. Its five bedrooms and three bathrooms are enhanced by lofty ceilings, polished timber floors, and French doors that lead out to a welcoming verandah overlooking the property. Approximately 468sqm of living area.

MAIN HOMESTEAD

5 Bed, 3 Ba th

Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning

Jetmaster fire in lounge

2 x WIR, 3 x BIR

Lounge + Dining + Family Room

+ Theatre Room

SECOND RESIDENCE

Built mid 1900’s - recently renovated

Weatherboard exterior

3 bed, 2 bath

Kitchen (WIP) + Lounge + Dining

Split syst em Air Condioning + Wood heating

SEGENHOE + BALMORAL INFRASTRUCTURE

OFFICE BUILDING

Approx. 480sqm

Timber flooring

Completed in 2021

6 offices + Trophy reception

Kitchen + amenities

Board room + Verandah

SEGENHOE YEARLING BARN COMPLEX

Approx 500sqm Barn area + 400sqm of verandah

Steel frame construction + ventilation ridge roofing

Concrete flooring

20 stable boxes + wash bay

Stable boxes – concrete walls with rubber lining

Ventilation Fans

Parade Ring

Loft accommodation

Round Yard

10 Horse Walker + Lunging Ring

3 bed, 2 bath

Kitchenette + Living

Upstairs loft with magnificent views over property

15 YEARLING RUNS

“THE LOFT”

SEGENHOE + BALMORAL INFRASTRUCTURE

FOALING COMPLEX

12 x floodlit foaling paddocks – timber post and rail with netting

8 x foaling yards – timber post and rail with diamond mesh

Nightwatch building – staffroom, kitchenette + 2 storage rooms

8 BOX BARN

Steel frame sheds

Each has 8 rubber lined, steel mesh boxes

Approx. 5.242sqm

2 X VET CRUSH + 11 VET YARDS

HAY SHED

Approx 214sqm

6 Bay – 4 open, 2 enclosed with concrete floor

WORKSHOP/ MACHINERY SHED

Approx. 226sqm

4 Bay steel shed

2 bays gravel, 2 bays concrete floor

STAFF COTTAGE

151sqm of living area

Built circa 1920 – Weatherboard exterior

3 bed, 2 bath + office

Kitchen + Lounge + Dining

Split system Air conditioning

Built in Robes

STEEL MESH YARDS

8 x rubber lined, steel mesh horse boxes

Covered

Approx 130sqm in area

FAIRLIGHT INFRASTRUCTURE

STUD MANAGER’S RESIDENCE

Built 2010 - Weatherboard exterior

4 bed, 2 bath + office

Kitchen + Dining + Lounge

Activity Room + Mudroom

Ducted reverse cycle Air Conditioning

Gas fireplace

RESIDENCE

Approx 171sqm of living

Built 2004 – Weatherboard exterior

4 bed, 2 bath

Kitchen + Lounge + Dining

WIR + 2 x BIR

Spa Bath

Split system Air Conditioning

Fibreglass in-ground Pool

OFFICE

Approx 100sqm

Kitchen + storage + office

STABLES

Approx. 840sqm

Steel shed + concrete flooring

12 boxes – 6 x 6m – steel frame, rubber floor and wall lining + feeders

Lined wash bay

Adjacent 12 x 6m feed/ tack building with amenities

RECEIVAL YARDS

8 x Holding yards – 6 x 6m steel + loading ramp

Steel posts and rails

HORSE WALKER

10 stall Equine Auto Trainer

Approx. 30m diameter

Covered

COVERED ARENA

Shed structure – timber walls with 1.5m rubber lining

Can be converted to additional horse/stallion boxes

840 sqm

EXERCISE TRACK

MAINTENANCE SHED

Approx. 75sqm

4 bays – 2 with concrete floor, 2 with earth floor

GLENBAWN INFRASTRUCTURE

HOMESTEAD GUESTHOUSE

Approx. 240sqm of livin g area

Built early 1900’s - extended circa 1950s – recently renovated

Weatherboard construction

4 bed, 2 bath

Kitchen + Formal sitting + Sunroom + Dining

Cool room

100,000L concrete rainwater tank

COTTAGE

Approx 185 sqm of living

Two story residence – recently renovated

Concrete block , western red cedar and colorbond clad

3 bed, 1 bath

Kitchen + Dining + Living

Poly rainwater tank

2 x Bed, 1 x Bath

SHED

Approx. 148sqm

Laundry

Self contained 2 bedroom flat

Storerooms

Covered vehicle bays

YEARLING COMPLEX

12 x Steel framed 4 x 4m boxes

Loading ramp + yards + 8 x small paddocks

Bitumen parking area + Parade area

HORSE WALKER

12 stall with electric motor + Covered with earth floor

BARREL STORAGE SHED

Constructed 1997

Steel shed area approx. 1080sqm

Storage + tool room + High clearance roller door

GLENBAWN INFRASTRUCTURE

WINERY BUILDING

Approx 1576sqm of main bulding area, 27sqm office area, 116sqm skillion roofing

Constructed 1974

Concrete flooring + sub-floor drainage system

Receivable area + office + storage areas + skillion

Concrete slab for tank farm

50kw Solar System

High Voltage 500Kva Transformer

MACHINERY SHED

Steel Cattle Yards

Loading ramp + crush

ROSELEA INFRASTRUCTURE

RESIDENCE

Approx 90sqm main living

Built circa 1960 Fibro construction

2 bed, 1 bath + Powder

Kitchen + Lounge

Split system Air Conditioning

22,500L rainwater tank

Iron storage shed

Rubber lined steel/timber round yard nearby

STANDALONE CABIN

1 bed, 1 bath

Kitchenette + Living

MACHINERY SHED/ STABLES

Approx. 210sqm

5 Bay steel shed with concrete floor

2 stables and yards at the rear

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS

Predominantly bitumen sealed internal roads throughout, with some compacted earth and gravel tracks mostly through eastern portion of “glenbawn”.

Extensive landscaping and parade areas surrounding buildings and yards

4 x security gates with formal entrances

Bridge over the Hunter River to allow access to eastern portion of “Glenbawn”

Ample all weather parking and delivery areas

LOCAL AREA

Segenhoe stands proudly amongst other leading Studs in the Hunter Valley region –Newgate Farm Kia Ora, Vinery Stud, Yarraman Park, Arrowfield Stud and Godolphin.

SCONE MEMORIAL AIRPORT

There is significant use of the Airport by aviation operators based outside the Upper Hunter with domestic and international corporate jet operators supporting the local equine industry, mining, farming and heavy plant and equipment industries. 27km to Segenhoe Stud.

SCONE RACE CLUB

The current racecourse, constructed in 1994, is only 2 minutes from Scone Airport, and is known to be the best country circuit in New South Wales.

SCONE EQUINE HOSPITAL

Scone Equine Hospital is the largest equine veterinary practice in Australia. It provides a world-class, specialised team working in equine surgery, medicine, diagnostic imaging, reproduction, neonatal and intensive care. https://sconeequinegroup.com.au/about-us/

SCONE HORSE FESTIVAL

Scone is the Horse capital of Australia. The Scone Horse Festival was established in 1980 paying homage to all breeds of horses, including Thoroughbreds, Australian Stock horses and draught horses, as well as the men and women who breed and work with them. Celebrated by large crowds to attend the two-day Scone Cup Race Carnival, attracting over 10,000 visitors each year.

WHITE PARK EQUINE COMPLEX

White Park is home to the state-of-the-art undercover arena, which opened in March 2019. All-weather undercover arena

Seats up to 2,864 spectators

SCONE REGIONAL LIVESTOCK SELLING CENTRE

The Centre provides services to the cattle producers and the equine industry in the Upper Hunter Valley and across the east coast of Australia.

Fat cattle sales are held each Tuesday, store sales on the 3rd Thursday of every month and six stud sales throughout the year. The Centre is European Union (EU) accredited.

ACCESSIBILITY

The aggregation has several access points which include the bitumen sealed Rouchel Rd, Glenbawn Rd, Dangerfield Rd and the Eastern Foreshore Rd. The southern bounding Rouchel Road provides direct access west to Aberdeen , linking with the aterial New England Highway to enable travel North via Scone to northern NSW, and south through Muswellbrook to Newcastle and Greater Sydney.

In the heart of Hunter Valley’s lush land, Lies Segenhoe, grand and grandly planned,

A haven for equines, noble and true, In Aberdeen, where the skies are so blue.

Rolling hills and pastures wide, Where thoroughbreds with grace reside, Their manes like silk, their coats a-shine, Under the Australian sun, they fine-dine.

Mares and foals frolic with glee, In paddocks green as far as eye can see, A ballet of hooves, a symphony of neighs, In these tranquil fields, where nature plays.

Segenhoe’s legacy, rich and old, Tales of champions, bravely bold, Racing legends born here, under its care, Their names in history books, fair and square.

Breeding excellence, a craft so true, Where dreams of victory daily brew, Each horse a story, a hope, a chance, In every stride, a spirited dance.

In Aberdeen, where the Hunter flows, Segenhoe Stud, a jewel that glows, A testament to horseman’s love and pride, In this serene corner of countryside.

WRITTEN EXPRESSIONS