About

Eureka Stud was founded in 1935 by Andrew McAlpine. Similar to a number of thoroughbred studs in Queensland, the property has been handed down from one generation to the next. From Andrew to Colin, it is now managed by his son Scott with his sons Harry, Angus and Charlie also in the business. Over four generations, the McAlpines have built a legacy grounded in integrity, horse care, and a consistent ability to produce elite-level racehorses.

Over the past 90 years the original 'square mile of timbered Darling Downs black soil country with no infrastructure and no fencing except along the boundary line' has expanded into a 2500 acre operation. Through hard work, the McAlpine family have shaped and pioneered a successful stud from modest beginnings and old-fashioned horsemanship.

Eureka is now situated over three main farms which are established into the separate purposes of breeding, spelling, and hay production. With planted pastures in big undulating paddocks, a horse can grow out naturally with the support of a self-sufficient and high quality lucerne hay operation.

Eureka has earned the title of leading Queensland stud over the years, and has been home to Champion Queensland stallions: Spirit of Boom, Semipalatinsk (USA) and Brave Warrior. The farm has produced Group winners in every State of Australia including Group One winners Apache Chase, Pippie, Spirit of Boom, Temple of Boom, Tinto, Picaday, Just Now, Scenic Peak and Show a Heart.

Eureka Stud's 90-year history gives it the distinction of being a true achiever in the field of producing exceptional thoroughbreds. It is located on the rich black soils of the Darling Downs which is renown for producing tough racehorses. The studs success has been achieved by back-breaking work, good horsemanship, honesty, staunch integrity and determination plus the occasional stroke of luck.