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EQUINE

• The Region’s equine industry is centred on Scone in the Upper Hunter and extends into the Muswellbrook and Murrurundi areas
• Some 70% of Australia’s thoroughbred foals are produced in the Hunter providing over $100 million in yearling sales annually, making it an important contributor to the Region’s economy.
• Breeds such as the Australian stockhorse and the quarter horse have been important for the area for many years, however quality thoroughbred horses raised for the racing industry have become the main focus for the area.
• The industry has seen the establishment of world-class infrastructure that includes modern training and racing complexes, the Hunter Valley Equine Research Centre at Scone and equine related education facilities with TAFE Hunter Institute along with one of the largest specialist veterinary hospital complexes in Australia.

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