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Heather Robilliard nee McGuire – A True Sporting Pioneer This week on The Victory Wrap, Rick ”RJ” Jullienne and Dale ”The Coach” Eggleton welcome the remarkable Heather Robilliard, recently inducted into the Central Coast Sporting Hall of Fame after an extraordinary life in sport.Heather’s story began with a love of horses at Gosford Race Club and led to her becoming a true trailblazer — the first female jockey in Australia to be granted an unrestricted licence by the AJC to race against male jockeys.Her journey has taken her around the world representing Australia, but it hasn’t been without enormous challenges. 

After suffering a devastating broken leg in 11 places, Heather discovered snow skiing during her recovery. 

What began as rehabilitation became a whole new sporting career, with Heather applying the same determination, courage and competitive spirit that had driven her as a jockey.She went on to become an accomplished alpine ski racer, teacher and instructor. Her contribution to the sport was recognised in British Columbia, Canada, where a black diamond ski run — “Robilliard’s Rush” — was named in her honour.In 1985, Heather also founded Ski Adventures, creating personalised ski holidays for couples, singles and families in destinations around the world.Heather’s life is a story of resilience, reinvention and refusing to be defeated by adversity. 

From horse racing to alpine skiing, business ownership and personal health challenges, she has continued to meet life with positivity, determination and toughness. An inspirational conversation with an extraordinary Australian sportswoman — Heather Robilliard, on The Victory Wrap.

THE VICTORY WRAP with Rick 'RJ' Jullienne and Dale 'The Coach' Eggleton

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