Peta Tait, 43, was working at the stables at the Cranbourne Training Centre yesterday when she was kicked in the head by a horse.
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The racing community has paid tribute to a well-known stablehand and former amateur jockey who died after being kicked by a horse at a Melbourne racetrack yesterday.

Peta Tait, 43, was working in the Busuttin-Young stables at the Cranbourne Training Centre about 7.30am when she was kicked in the head by a horse.

She was immediately attended by an on-site paramedic, but was unable to be revived.

Peta Tait, 43, was working at the stables at the Cranbourne Training Centre yesterday when she was kicked in the head by a horse.
Peta Tait, 43, was working at the stables at the Cranbourne Training Centre yesterday when she was kicked in the head by a horse.(Nine)

Southside Racing chief executive Neil Bainbridge said support was being provided to Tait’s employer and colleagues.

“On behalf of everyone at Southside Racing, I wish to extend our sincere condolences to Peta’s family and friends on her tragic passing,” Bainbridge said.

“Peta was a well-known and liked member of our community and her absence will be felt by lots of people.”

“She forged a career as a picnic jockey, whilst working full-time as a trackwork rider and assistant for a number trainers at Cranbourne and throughout Gippsland.”

Victoria Police attended the site and will prepare a report for the coroner.

WorkSafe also attended and is investigating the circumstances of the accident.

Counselling and support is being provided to Tait’s family, the local racing community and industry employees, according to RV.

Members of the racing industry are encouraged to utilise the free, confidential counselling service STABLELINE on 1300 530 122 if they need support.

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