Tom Magnier, the son of horse-racing magnate John, is gearing up to go to war
with mining bosses who have discovered a rich coal seam just 500 metres from
Coolmore's prestigious Australian stud farm.
Coolmore has invested millions in developing its
stud in New
South Wales's famous Hunter Valley
where it has a 3,340-hectare farm housing 1,000 horses.
Mr Magnier has launched a campaign to stop mining in the valley because he
fears pollution from coal mining could damage the family's stud.
"I'm really concerned. This farm is surrounded by coal mines and I moved out
here with my family; I've got 135 people living here, with their families," Mr
Magnier said.
"The thought that the coal mines can threaten our industry like this, it's
gone way too far." Coolmore has created a valuable business in the southern
hemisphere that has produced a series of champions including Danehill, Encosta
de Lago and Fastnet Rock.
Independent.ie
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