DGR was appointed by Dato Tan Chin Nam in 2007 to oversee the re-development of Inverness Stud, situated 125 km south-west of Sydney. DGR identified the land as ideal for raising horses due to its elevation and seasonal temperatures reflecting the rich pastures in England and Ireland.

Re-named Think Big Stud, the property underwent significant planning and farming works while DGR maintained project cost control. Think Big Stud expanded twice to become a 300-acre commercial stud built for excellence and is now home to Lime Country Thoroughbreds.

DGR was appointed to help design and project manage the entire development of Brooklyn Lodge. Once a trotting farm, the facilities were re-organised into a unique ‘cyclical’ pattern, so each horse could be monitored from foal to yearling and beyond.

Other notable works included:
› Implementation of vital irrigation supplies
› Construction of new, safer entry and exit points
› Pasture re-development, including soil and seed production
› Fencing refurbishment
› Development of a commercial livestock program

Brooklyn Lodge was re-named Newgate Farm, expanding to become an 800-acre property that houses some of the fastest thoroughbred stallions in the world. Many of its features remain today from its original re-development.

The Mackrell family purchased Bell View Park Stud in 2005 and approached DGR to design and re-develop the farm into a modern thoroughbred breeding establishment. The property expanded to 115 acres with a focus on improving pastures and establishing high-quality soil.

Other improvements to the property were:
› Re-configuration of laneways, paddocks and yards
› Construction of a dual loading bay for safer entry and exit of horses
› Development of a sand-based undercover round yard with sprinkler system
› Modernised stable complexes with lighting and ventilation to ensure safety

Bell View Park Stud became operational in 2010 and is a prominent commercial breeder, selling the dams of multiple, recognised Stakes winners in recent years.