Michael O'Leary
Michael is 26 years old and comes from a strong racing family. Originally from Rockhampton, Michael has grown up with horse and hes worked for leading trainers, Rex Lipp and Lyle Rowe before joining the team at Rob Heathcote racing. Michael is in charge of Robs Mein Street stables and he is responsible for the daily routine and stable and horse management. He s a trusted and crucial member of the team.

Melissa Leitch
Melissa originally hails from Tassie, she has worked in the racing industry for 20 years. Mel is a senior experienced rider who has a real passion for getting the best out of the horses. Mel works closely with Rob in and around the office and on race days. A valuable senior member of the team.

Melanie Sharp
Melanie has placed her apprenticeship on hold for a while after enjoying some success as a jockey with wins on the provincial circuit. (Likes donuts a bit too much at the moment!) An extremely competent and confident track rider who is a real asset to the stable. An excellent attitude on a horse with very kind hands and a warm understanding for the horse. ‘Little Mel’ has been with the stable for a couple of years now and hopefully many more to come.

Stephen Wright
Steve is one of Robs longer serving staff members coming a long way from when he first started. He's had a few breaks from Racing with extended periods on the side lines through a couple of horrific race falls but Steve has always bounced back strongly. He is an extremely competent and experienced track rider who has a very good understanding of a racehorse. He has an excellent outlook on life which makes him a pleasure to have working for us. Gets on well with everyone and always with a bright outlook.

Tom O'Sullivan
Tom originates from the 'Emerald Isles' and he's an extremely competent trackwork rider. A former successful jockey who doesn't mind a beer now, especially when celebrating the stables successes.

Les Ross
Les has been in the industry all his life and hes currently having a spell from a successful career as a trainer to help out Rob as a senior track rider.

Josh Unwin
Josh is the youngest member of the staff at Heathcote racing but he makes up for that with a stack of enthusiasm, unlike his uncle, Ray! Josh hails from a long line of ‘Unwins’ in the racing game and he fits in very well with the team. Josh is stationed on the ground and works in both stable yards.

Debbie Peterson
Debbie has been with Robs stable for several years now and she has a real passion and love of the horses. Debbie loves a real grooming session with the horses and she is a valuable member of the staff. Debbie works on the ground at the Mein Street stables.

Paul Green
Paul, originally from new Zealand but we don’t hold that against him! Paul has many years in the industry and loves the game. Likes a bet and is usually a good judge. Paul works out of the Mein street and On course stable.

Peter Spargo
Peter is a very valuable asset to the whole operation. Pete is the longest serving staff member of mine, basically having been with me since I started in the racing industry. I rate him one of the best track
riders at Eagle Farm with a lovely set of hands who rides on a long rein and gets even the tough horses to travel 'sweet' for him. He has a very good clock in his head with the only major failing being his support for the Parramatta Eels!

Renita Beaton
Renita is a valuable asset to our stables. Renita hails from 'across the ditch' and Renita is an extremely competent senior track work
rider who loves her job. Renita has a fantastic attitude and a complete understanding of thoroughbred racehorses. It's a pleasure having this lovely 'Kiwi' as a part of our team.

Alyce Capek
Alyce is the youngest member of our team and whilst a shy and reserved 'country girl', its clear Alyce is very comfortable working with horses. Alyce's goal is to move up to track riding in the near future!

Chris McMullen - Farrier
An extremely important member of the stable team is the Farrier, Chris McMullen. Chris has been with Rob for 10 years and is a very highly rated farrier with in the industry. He has a very good working relationship with Rob and his team.

Charlie - Black kelpie x Blue healer cross. Hes been with the stable since birth, always full of enthusiasm and happy to see you, especially late at night in the dark! Just try me!!!!

Dee Jay - Tan.Staffie Bull terrier….inherited from Rob Ciobo, he looks menacing and his bark is definitely far worse than his bite. Makes lots of noise and he does his job around the yard!