Meet the Beyond
the Paddock Team
THE FAMILY BEHIND BEYOND THE PADDOCK | CENTRAL COAST NSW
Laura
Horses have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started riding from a very young age and went on to play competitive polocrosse for 11 years before taking a break while living abroad and, later, having our three boys. Now that our family is complete, I’ve returned to the sport and am loving being back on the field with Bunnan Polocrosse Club.
I have a particular love for Australian Stock Horses and hold a Certificate III in Horse Care, along with additional training in horse handling and animal-assisted practice. Over the years I’ve owned, ridden and cared for horses in both my personal and professional life, and they have played a huge role in shaping Beyond the Paddock.
My professional background is in education and behaviour. I hold a Bachelor of Teaching and a Master’s in Behaviour Analysis, and spent many years working across education, behaviour support and allied health. In 2021, I brought my professional experience and lifelong connection with horses together to establish Beyond the Paddock as a nature and animal-assisted allied health service here on our family property.
After several incredibly rewarding years, that chapter of BTP came to a close in 2026 as we stepped away from allied health and the NDIS space and transitioned Beyond the Paddock into the property and facility hire business you see today.
I now run BTP alongside my husband, Jimmy, from our 11-acre family property in Jilliby, where we’re raising our three boys amongst horses, dogs, chickens, motorbikes and plenty of country chaos. We’ve always been animal people, with a particular love for horses and dogs — including our three much-loved sausage dogs who enjoy farm life just as much as we do.
For me, this new chapter feels like a return to where it all began — sharing our property and facilities with riders, horse trainers and clinics, dog trainers, canine professionals and the wider animal community.
CO-OWNER | DIRECTOR
Jimmy
I'm the one behind the scenes keeping Beyond the Paddock looking and running as it should. From maintaining our 11 acre property and undercover arena to keeping the grounds, paddocks and facilities ready for riders, trainers, clinics and animal professionals, there’s always something on the list.
I really enjoy riding casually and I'm very hands-on with the horses and day-to-day life on the property. Together with Laura, we care for the animals and maintain the facilities that make Beyond the Paddock what it is today.
Beyond the Paddock is also our family home, where out three boys are surrounded by horses, dogs, chickens and plenty of motorbikes.
You’ll likely see me around the property during your visit, usually fixing, building, mowing or maintaining something! If you notice anything that needs attention while you’re here or need a hand with something around the facilities, I'm always happy to help.
Co-Owner | Property & Facilities
Beyond the Paddock is more than a place – it's a part of our everyday life, and we're proud to share it with you.
Whether you’re looking for an undercover arena to ride or train, a venue to host a horse clinic, private grounds for dog training or canine programs, or a trusted place for your horse to call home, our aim is to provide a practical, welcoming and well-maintained space for you, your clients and your animals.
