A Name with Heart and Heritage
Ever wondered where the name “Richglen” comes from?
It’s a tale that marries tradition with ambition, bridging the world of equine grace with industrial prowess. The story begins with Matt Borg, the founder of Richglen Maintenance Services Pty Ltd.
Matt was raised on the Borg family farm in Mackay, where his life revolved around horses from a young age. Riding since the age of four, Matt spent his childhood and early adulthood competing in Pony Club Gymkhanas, Bushman Carnivals, and making his mark in the campdrafting arena.
Matt’s father, George Borg, was a devoted horse breeder for over 50 years, registering the stud name "Richglen Stock Horses" with the Australian Stock Horse Society in 1972. The name was a nod to the family’s roots – their property is at the boundary of Richmond and Glenella – and became synonymous with quality and dedication in the horse breeding community.
When Matt decided to start his own maintenance business, he found himself with nothing more than a vision and drive for success. He needed more than just a dream—he needed the means to bring it to life. Turning to his father for support, Matt borrowed George’s ute to travel to mine sites and pitch his business idea. It was during one of these conversations that his father, in a moment of profound support, said, “Mate, I have no idea what you do out there, but if you think you can do it, then I will back you.”
That simple yet powerful vote of confidence was more than just words; it was a lifeline. George loaned Matt $40,000, allowing him to purchase the first Richglen ute, RMS01, and the essential tooling he needed to start his business.
The decision to name the company after the family’s horse stud was a tribute to the values instilled in Matt from a young age—values of hard work, dedication, and the importance of family. Today, while the days of breeding horses are mostly behind them, the legacy of Richglen lives on, not just in the paddocks of Mackay but in every project Matt and his team undertake.
The family farm, once bustling with horse breeding activity, now stands as a symbol of where it all began. The resident stallion, a stalwart of the Richglen Stock Horses name, has been retired, with a few old broodmares still grazing peacefully—a quiet yet powerful reminder of the roots that gave rise to a business grounded in family values and hard work.
