Cindy has been involved in racing virtually all her life since getting on a horses’ back at the age of three under the watchful eye of her father, Colin Alderson.

Colin was the President of the Australian Trainers Association for many years and was instrumental in the establishment of the Cranbourne Training Centre's world-class facilities. Colin received the Medal of Australia for Sporting Achievement in 2000 and in 2016 he was awarded the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for his services to racing, and retired in the same year.

In her teenage years Cindy was a successful Equestrian competitor in many disciplines winning State Level Championships. After completing her Teaching Diploma in 1987, Cindy enjoyed a two-year sojourn overseas where she worked and gained experience in stables across the UK, USA and New Zealand.

Cindy was humbled to be named The Wakeful Club Lady Of Racing 2022 for her many years of dedicated service, industry mentoring and success in racing.

Each horse trained by Cindy benefits from her strength of horsemanship, experience, innovative ideas and uncanny understanding of the equine psyche.

Cindy's team has the facilities, technology and a commitment second to none that ensures all horses are given the best possible chance to reach their full potential.

Without doubt her greatest satisfaction in this industry comes from sharing the thrill of racing with her owners, family and friends.