Meet The Team

General Manager

Michael Malone

With over 35 years experience in the thoroughbred game, Mick has extensive knowledge across all facets of the industry. Mick has worked at Arrowfield Stud and Kitchwin Hills as well as being heavily involved in the development of micro-syndication companies The Racing League and MiRunners. Mick's skills range from the grass-roots level foaling down mares, preparing yearlings right through to bloodstock selection and advice. Mick's obvious passion for the development of young people makes him an approachable and knowledgeable leader. Outside work, you'll find Mick spending time with his family and friends, fishing and planning his next trip up North.

Stud Manager

Pauline Alix

Originally from Brittany, France, Pauline migrated to Australia as a young 23 year old, now some 15 years later she has extensive experience across all aspects of the industry. She is particularly passionate about the development of young people within the thoroughbred industry and is constantly displaying this in her day to day approach to running the farm. Before starting North along side her husband Mick, Pauline spent time working for Darley, Ireland and Kitchwin Hills. She has an obvious love for the horse and always has their best interest at the forefront of her mind. Outside work, you'll find Pauline spending time with her family and friends, in her vegetable garden or cooking.

Farm Manager

David Topp

David or affectionately known around the farm as "Toppy" has a long standing friendship with Mick for over 40 years. Toppy's experience with farming ranges from construction through to extensive knowledge within the agronomy sector - he is an intergeral part of the North team ensuring our farm is in the best shape for your future equine athlete, with safety at the forefront of his mind. Further to, he has a deep passion for animals and loves lending a helping hand with the horses, too. Outside work, you'll find David spending time with his wife Terry, playing lawn bowls and camping.

Assistant Stud Manager

Pierre Cornet

French born and raised, Pierre was born in Gabon, Central Africa. Pierre comes from a family of horse owners and lovers. He's been around horses and ridden horses since the young age of 6, he completed 2 seasons of show jumping when he was a teenager.

After working as a Logistic Manager in Gabon, and for the French Embassy in Malaysia, Pierre travelled around Asia and Australia. In 2019, his partner Lea became Nanny for Mick and Pauline's son, Ollie, and from there Pierre started to work at Kitchwin Hills, where he quickly became Pauline's right hand person, ending up Broodmare Manager.

Pierre joined the North venture in 2024 as Assistant Stud Manager, where he assists Pauline closely with the day to day running of the Farm. He also assists our vet Dr Amy Duff, and is always ready to help if a hand is need in the Office.

Stud Hand 

Lise Gonzalez

Lize is from France and came to Australia just 18 months ago without knowing anything about the racing industry. She has had a strong passion and love for horses since she was a young girl and has ridden from a young age. Now, she tells us she has found her dream job and loves working with mares and foals, though has recently started on the yearlings and is taking everything in her stride. Outside work, you'll find Lize spending time with her friends or spending time at the beach! 

Administration

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Stud Hand

Chloe Stinus

Chloe is a passionate photographer and filmmaker specialising in cinema and music videos, blending creativity and technical precision to capture the worlds beauty! Growing up in the country side, she spent her days helping on local farms and stables, caring for animals, immersing herself in a rural lifestyle. Now, part of North's team, Chloe has discovered the world of thoroughbred breeding. Caring for pregnant mares and looking after foals has allowed her to fullfill her childhood dream of working with horses! 

Stud Hand

Alex Corbel

Alexandre worked as a civil engineer and construction project manager in France for seven years, managing complex projects and honing his problem-solving and hands-on skills. Driven by desire to explore new horizons and embrace different challenges, he decided to travel to Australia and discover a new passion; working with horses! Since joining the thoroughbred world, Alex has found the combination of physical work, responsibikity and a connection to the horse deeply rewarding!

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