Sanctuary Hills Stud

17/07/2025

Pip headed north to her new home earlier this week.

She is a surprise for a very special birthday girl.

Enjoy your new adventure Pip!

13/05/2025

SOLD

And our beautiful Nova 😊

Clydesdale x Paint filly

Smoky grulla frame (carries cream, dun and frame).

Lovely temperament like both of her parents.

6 panel clear and 6 months old.

Should mature 16h plus and about as wide - she is super chunky!

She comes vaccinated for strangles/tetanus (x 3), microchipped, recorded with CCHSA, wormed and feet trimmed.

$7,000

Located Hervey Bay, QLD

13/05/2025

Our last 2 foals are for sale 😊

SOLD

Starting with Brooks - Clydesdale x Appaloosa C**t

Bay dun splashed white appaloosa (LP), homozygous W20.
7 panel clear. Currently 3 months old.
Should mature 16.1h plus.

Both parents have beautiful natures and he is shaping up to be just the same. An eye catching, sweet, honest guy who is a pleasure to handle.

He will be vaccinated for strangles/tetanus (x 3), microchipped, recorded with CCHSA, wormed and feet trimmed. A payment plan is available until he is ready to go.

$6,000
Located Hervey Bay, QLD

18/04/2025

Completely biased but wowee these guys are cute (and a bit special).

Nova - smoky grulla overo filly - Clydesdale x Paint.

Brooks - bay dun splashed white appaloosa c**t - Clydesdale x Appaloosa.

11/04/2025

SOLD

Black tobiano filly, 6 months old
Sire - Wouriepool Highland Thunder (Clydesdale)
Dam - BV Some R Uniquely Ripped (Paint)

To mature 15.3h plus.
She will come recorded with CCHSA, microchipped, vaccinated (strangles/tetanus) and basic handling.

5k incl gst. Payment plan available until she’s ready to go.

Located Hervey Bay, South East QLD
Please PM for more info.

31/03/2025

Weaning is well underway for Pip and Rip. It will soon be Nova’s turn, which is timely because she’s almost the same size as mum Aurora 😂

Pip will be looking for a new home once she has mastered the basics. I’ll post her ad here first when the time comes, or if you’re interested feel free to send me a message.

13/03/2025

The results are in…

Our latest foal is a bay dun splashed white appaloosa, and to top it off he is also homozygous w20 (carries 2 copies).

And with that, we have named him Brooks - ‘Sanctuary Hills Brooks and Dunn’.

10/03/2025

Gorgeous Percy is looking very grown up. Thanks for the update Demi, he is just thriving with you! Percy was our first Appaloosa x Clydesdale which is proving to be a very popular cross, and for good reason.

05/03/2025

When you asked nicely the first 3 times 😉

Aunty Bella is doing a wonderful job of keeping the fillies in line. I can’t believe they are already 4 and 5 months old.

03/03/2025

Thinking of our friends in SE QLD, especially those with livestock.

🌪️ Cyclone WARNING SEQ/NSW: How to Keep Your Horse Safe 🌪️

Here’s a guide and a few suggestions, as a good plan can make all the difference when wild weather hits. what you can do to prepare and protect your horses before, during, and after a cyclone.

✅ Before the Cyclone: Preparation is Key

* Identify the safest paddock — Choose an area that’s high and free from large trees, powerlines, or loose debris. Avoid low-lying areas prone to flooding.

* Secure feed and water — Store extra feed in waterproof containers and fill water troughs and tanks ahead of time.

* Remove rugs and halters — Rugs can become waterlogged, get caught on fences, or restrict movement. Halters can also become a hazard if caught in debris or fences, especially in rising floodwaters.

* Tag your horse — Tag horses mane, Use a livestock grease marker to write your phone number on their coat, in case fences come down if you don't have of these options some use nail polish on the hoof.

* Check fences — Make sure fences are secure but easy for a horse to see if they need to navigate in strong winds or heavy rain.

* Prepare a cyclone kit — Include first aid supplies for horses and humans, extra halters and lead ropes, and emergency contact numbers (vet, neighbours, local council).

* Plan for evacuation — If you’re in a flood zone, know where you can safely move your horse ahead of time.

🌬️ During the Cyclone: Safety First

* Shelter vs Open Space? — In severe winds, open paddocks are often safer than small stables or sheds that could collapse. Ideally, choose a large paddock with natural shelter like thick trees (but not near gum trees or tall palms).

* Minimise flying objects — Remove loose items like buckets, jumps, and feed bins that could become dangerous projectiles.

🧹 After the Cyclone: Assess and Support

* Check fences and property — Walk the property carefully for broken fences, debris, or contaminated water.

* Watch for injuries — Check your horse for cuts, swelling, or signs of stress.

* Provide clean water and safe feed — Floodwaters can contaminate drinking water and spoil feed, so ensure fresh supplies are available.

👉 The best plan is made before the weather arrives — Cyclones can change quickly, so having a clear strategy gives you and your horse the best chance of staying safe.

Stay safe everyone!

Please note: These are general suggestions only. Every property, horse, and situation is different, so it’s important to make decisions based on your specific circumstances.