"The breeding and racing industries have been deeply saddened by the tragic news of Basil's passing. Watch the provocative new series Little Birds now on Stan.Your web browser is no longer supported. Overall 42 bulls sold to average $7630, while 10 females topped at $10,000 to average $4525. Not only was he a great horseman but, more importantly, he was a warm and generous man who always seemed to have a smile on his face.“He was also a devoted father of four and it was always a highlight to have a chat to Basil and his children when Raheen had a draft to sell.“I’m sure anyone who had dealings with Basil will be grieving his loss and that the whole breeding and racing community will be thinking of the Nolan family at this difficult time.”Another of those offering their condolences was local federal Member, David Littleproud, who said he was shocked by the devastating news of Basil Nolan Jnr’s sudden passing.“The Nolan name is synonymous with the Australian thoroughbred industry and the Southern Downs community,” he said.“Basil Jnr’s passion for his family and our community is well-known, as was his advocacy for the future of the racing industry.“Basil Jnr’s wife Natalie, their young children and his parents, Basil Snr and Diane, and his brothers and sisters are all in my thoughts and prayers.“Please accept my condolences and please know that Basil Jnr and his legacy and commitment to our nation’s thoroughbred racing industry will not be forgotten.”Raheen Stud is one of Queensland’s most successful thoroughbred nurseries, and as a leading vendor at major sales the Nolan family has sold horses for up to $480,000.Raheen Stud is popular with both domestic and international buyers, as indicated by the current progress of top notch Hong Kong sprinter, Seasons Bloom, and Singapore’s exciting 2yo Whistling Win.Basil Jnr is survived by his wife Natalie, his children, his parents, Basil Snr and Diane, and his brothers and sisters.

The horse-racing industry is mourning the death of Queensland thoroughbred breeding identity Basil Nolan who was killed in a farming accident on Melbourne Cup Day. The Australian thoroughbred racing industry is in shock following the tragic news of the death on Tuesday night of one of its favourite sons, multi-generational thoroughbred breeder, Basil Nolan Jnr, 43, in a farm accident at Raheen stud, Gladfield, near Warwick.A Workplace Health and Safety spokesman has confirmed that the accident occurred some time between 11 and 11.50pm, and involved a hay baling machine, and that it has an inspector and investigator on site.Thoroughbred Breeders Queensland Association committee member, Scott McAlpine, Eureka Stud, Cambooya said it was untimely and very unfortunate to lose Basil Jnr in such terrible circumstances.“The thoroughbred breeding industry across Australia is in mourning today,” he said.“We have received many phone calls from people offering their assistance to the Nolans at this sad time.“Basil Nolan Jnr was the most genuine and highly regarded studmaster in the Australian thoroughbred breeding industry.”Also deeply saddened by the death were the Thoroughbred Breeders Australia, whose chief executive Tom Reilly said everybody who knew Basil would be mourning his loss.“On behalf of the directors and staff of TBA we extend our deepest sympathies to the Nolan family. Search over 20,000 rural real estate listings online including farms, rural property and acreage for sale. "Basil was one of the industry’s true gentleman. Our deepest sympathies to Basil's family and friends as well as the entire Raheen Stud team," the Gold Coast-based auction house tweeted. Everything equine - Buy, Sell, Ride. To improve your experience The horse-racing industry is mourning the death of Queensland thoroughbred breeding identity Basil Nolan who was killed in a farming accident on Melbourne Cup Day.The 45-year-old became trapped in a hay baler at Raheen Stud, one of the state's most successful thoroughbred nurseries at Gladfield, near Warwick, about 150km southeast of Brisbane.A colleague found the father-of-four trapped between the tray and the frame of the hay accumulator, The Warwick Daily News reports.Paramedics were unable to revive Mr Nolan, who had critical injuries, Queensland Ambulance said.His death has prompted condolences from within the Queensland racing industry and the Warwick community, where Mr Nolan coached a junior rugby team. Hay baling accident claims life of Warwick horse breeder Flags flew at half mast at the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame in Longreach on Thursday to honour a founding member described as the greatest of friends of the hall. He is being remembered as a loving husband, father and son," Racing Queensland chief executive Brendan Parnell said in a statement.Workplace Health and Safety is investigating the incident.Melbourne influencer under investigation for flouting lockdownQueensland Child Safety Department's 'astonishing' treatment A FAMILY has been left heartbroken and a community is in mourning after father-of-four Basil Nolan, 45, was killed in a workplace incident at Gladfield late …

Nolan, 45, is the son of Queensland and Australian Thoroughbred Breeders President, Basil Senior and his wife Di. The Queensland racing industry is mourning the death of identity Basil Nolan jnr, who was crushed by a hay baler in south-east Queensland on Tuesday. Australia's Horse Trading Magazine. Nolan Jr, 45, is the son of Queensland and Australian Thoroughbred Breeders President, Basil and his wife Diane.

Connecting Livestock Buyers & Sellers: Your one-stop shop for livestock news, reports and sale listings. BOM says September to November is likely to be wetter than average across the eastern half of Australia. THE Queensland racing and breeding industry is mourning the death of Basil Nolan Jr, who was killed on the family’s Raheen Stud in a farm accident on Tuesday night. Bulls were dispersed as far north as Richmond and south into Victoria. Livestock businesses in the Goondiwindi region will have the opportunity to develop their cattle handling and transport skills.