Death Announced of Legendary Inglis Auctioneer Peter Heagney

Renowned auctioneer Peter Heagney has died, Inglis reported in a statement on X on Sunday.

Heagney started his career selling livestock with Dalgety's in South Australia and went on to travel the world as a freelance auctioneer until becoming a full-time Inglis employee in 1994. Memorably, Heagney was the one with the gavel when the great Black Caviar (Aus) (Bel Esprit {Aus}) sold for A$210,000 at the 2008 Inglis Melbourne Premier Yearling Sale. He retired from Inglis in 2019.

“It is with great sadness we confirm the passing of our dear friend and long-time colleague Peter Heagney, who passed away this afternoon,” began the statement from Inglis on X.

“Peter was one of the industry's most respected and loved characters who left a lasting memory with everybody he dealt with. Peter joined Inglis in 1994 and was one of Australasia's consummate auctioneers of bloodstock, selling at Tattersalls, in China and Malaysia and every State of Australia. He was a part of Inglis history as an auctioneer, senior manager, director, mentor and friend to many.

“Our thoughts are with his wife Helen and the entire Heagney family. A memorial service will be held at Inglis' Oaklands Junction in the coming weeks and further details will be advised soon. Rest in peace Pete.”