Principal: Veronica King
Veronica is delighted to be turning her long-term passion and hobby into a professional career.
After fifteen years in the physical commodity trading industry, which included stints in Japan and London, Veronica created King Thoroughbreds in 2004 with the intention to supply a refreshing approach to horse ownership. As an owner of horses and participant in the racing industry she understands the all-important thrill of owning a winning horse, which she would like to share with you.

Veronica has been working full-time with Bart Cummings at his Sydney stables since early 2003 fulfilling the role of thoroughbred sales support and marketing, which includes attending to horse purchases, sales and registrations, communications with owners and studs and managing the Bart Cummings website. She regularly attends yearling sales, horse trials, races and industry functions in order to update existing and potential owners on their horse's progress and to keep abreast of the industry.

King Thoroughbreds has met the stringent conditions required by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), as administered by the New South Wales Thoroughbred Racing Board, and has been registered as an approved authorised representative (Rep nr: 284680) of Sire Custodians holder of AFS licence 223671 in December 2004.

Services:
A great deal of detail, planning and co-ordination goes into training a racehorse. Trainers are kept busy with many aspects and work long hours. There is little time to attract new owners and provide the detail on the horse's progress as required by owners today.
A support service, such as syndication and accounts management, is an essential tool for any successful metropolitan trainer. King Thoroughbreds will provide that support service whereby it will initially seek out owners, answer queries and provide the relevant documents. Owners will then be provided with ongoing information and services to keep them involved in the progression of their horses.

King Thoroughbreds offers:

Introduction to horse ownership : benefits and obligations

Selection of horses appropriate to the individual

Handling of the administration required by authorities and service providers

Management of the process including communication with all involved parties

Supply of the options available for horses beyond the racetrack

Introduction to horse ownership : benefits and obligations

The benefits of owning a racehorse through King Thoroughbreds are :

    •  best available practice in selection and training via Bart Cummings with over 50 years experience

    •  no previous experience or expertise is required, we look after every aspect

    •  introduction to race club membership and horse owner's associations

    •  enhances your social day out at the races and other industry functions

    •  networking with like-minded individuals

And the financial benefit of racehorse ownership is :

    •  prize money is tax-free if racehorse ownership remains your hobby

The obligations required by your trainer and various bodies such as ASIC, Racing Boards and Race Clubs are :

    •  completion of paperwork as indicated and required

    •  timely payment of fees

Selection of horses appropriate to the individual

There are several aspects to consider when selecting a suitable racehorse, such as:

   Budget consideration needs to be given to the purchase price and ongoing costs

   Location training location is influenced by programming and any bonus eligibility

   Breeding future breeding intentions would indicate a filly/mare or colt/stallion

   Type the variety available include early two-year-olds, sprinters, milers, stayers etc

   Partnership sharing with friends or family, or introduction to a syndicate

Handling of the administration required by authorities and service providers

King Thoroughbreds will guide you through the various stages of documentation as they apply and monitor the charges levied by providers and arrange payment when required.

Management of process including communication with all involved parties

King Thoroughbreds will regularly provide information on the progress of your horse, from the farm, to the stables, to the racetrack. We will be there to guide you through the various locations of your horse; Princes Farm, Leilani Lodge, Saintly Place, Randwick, Flemington, Eagle Farm, Magic Millions………..

Supply of the options available for horses beyond the racetrack

The major issue with regards to a horse's future beyond metropolitan racing is the sex of the horse :

A filly, mare, colt or stallion will have breeding potential which you may wish to pursue yourself, or alternatively, King Thoroughbreds can recommend a suitable mating, locate a suitable buyer or assist with a location for your horse.

A gelding is highly desirable for country or overseas racing, or general equestrian events, again you may wish to pursue these options yourself, or alternatively, King Thoroughbreds can locate a suitable buyer or trainer for you.