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Owned and run by Jeff & Virginia Poole – Collaborating with Koru Thoroughbreds

Enabling people from all walks of life to experience the “Thrills” of Racing Thoroughbred Horses and enjoy winning moments! To be part of likeminded ‘Ownership Groups’ who value friendships and many shared social moments along with the excitement of being part owner of a group of magnificent, life changing and enriching Thoroughbred horses.

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Finding Meaning in Rudyard Kipling’s ‘If’

October 3rd 2025Every now and then, words come along that stay with you for life. For Jeff, that poem has always been 'If' by Rudyard Kipling. Written more than a century ago, its verses are as relevant today asRead more

Vin Santo Dominates Maiden Win as AHA Racing’s Hot Streak Continues

September 15th 2025Vin Santo made an emphatic statement on Saturday 13 September 2025, with a commanding victory in the $50,000 Rotary Illawarra Provincial Midway Maiden over 1400m at Kembla Grange, NSW. DespiteRead more

Gaylord Shows Serious Class in Grafton Victory

August 27th 2025Gaylord returned to the winners’ circle in commanding fashion on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, taking out the Shane Everson Benchmark 66 Handicap (1050m) at Grafton with a powerful late burst. It Read more

You’re Invited: Exclusive Parade of Current Offer Horses at Koru Thoroughbreds

August 21st 2025We’re excited to announce a special event for AHA Racing’s owners and those considering joining our winning ownership group – a Parade of the 4 Horses in our Current Group Ownership Offer. TRead more

AHA Racing’s Phenomenal Month: 4 Wins from 5 Horses in Just 30 Days!

August 19th 2025It’s been nothing short of phenomenal for AHA Racing and our exceptional breeding partners Koru Thoroughbreds, with a remarkable month of results that few, if any, Australasian ownership groupsRead more

Dale Delivers at Muswellbrook – Third Win for Matt Damon-Owned Half-Brother to Filly #1

August 15th 2025Fresh off a strong return to racing in late July, Dale has gone one better with a decisive win at Muswellbrook on Tuesday, 12 August 2025 – adding a third career victory to his impressiveRead more

Le Chocolat Breaks Through with Dominant Maiden Win at Eagle Farm

August 15th 2025Le Chocolat delivered a well-deserved victory in Race 1 at Eagle Farm on Wednesday, 13 August 2025 — the SOUTHS SPORTS CLUB Maiden Plate over 1400m — bringing up another win for the AHA RaciRead more

August Opens with a Bang: Mr Vivaci Leads the Charge in Another Winning Weekend

August 5th 2025AHA Racing has kicked off August in fine form, notching up a win, a second, and a third placing in just the first three days of the month. It’s yet another powerful demonstration of performance andRead more

Hollywood Ties and Racing Bloodlines: Dale’s Promising Return

July 28th 2025Dale, raced by none other than Hollywood actor Matt Damon, made a strong return to racing with a close 2nd-place finish in Race 6 at Muswellbrook on Sunday, 27 July 2025. This promisingRead more

Winning Ways: AHA Racing Hits 11 Wins in 18 Months with Small But Mighty Team

July 21st 2025TimeOnLees 2nd WIN of her career so far has lifted Aharacing’ s record to 11 WINS – 14 x 2nd Places – 9 x 3rd Places… from just 8 horses racing in the last 18-months… impressive resultsRead more

Dubious Rose Gearing Up for Debut – One to Watch This Spring

July 21st 2025Say hello to Dubious Rose – a striking filly by Dubious out of Raspberry Rose and one of the exciting prospects in our “Cristal” Ownership Group. Although yet to make her race debut,Read more

Gaylord Returns in Style - A Triple Milestone Win at Grafton

July 20th 2025What a comeback! After 16 months on the sidelines due to injury, Gaylord returned to the track in spectacular fashion on 13 July 2025, winning Race 1 at Grafton – the $50,000 GRAFTON HIRERead more

Finding Meaning in Kipling’s poem 'If'

For Jeff, Rudyard Kipling’s If has always been more than a poem – it’s a guide through life’s challenges, reminding us of resilience, humility, and strength of character.

He’s recorded a personal reading to share its timeless wisdom, and in doing so, hopes people get to know him beyond racing.

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