NZTR announce Welfare and Finance leadership appointments
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) has announced the appointment of two integral business unit positions, Head of Thoroughbred Welfare and Sustainability and Head of Finance.
White Robe’s Ghibellines heads unchanged fee roster
White Robe Lodge resident Ghibellines has made his mark on the biggest stage in Australia this season and, combined with excellent domestic results, the well-bred stallion continues to do the Mosgiel operation proud.
It’s Belsanto shoots for hat-trick at Timaru
A sizzling trackwork gallop has given Timaru trainer Warwick Coles confidence Belardo gelding It’s Belsanto can make it three straight wins on his home track on Thursday.
Ballarat win sets Bitcoin on Derby path
Kiwi three-year-old Bitcoin made a good impression at his Australian debut when winning the Brandt Maiden Plate (2000m) at Ballarat on Wednesday for new trainer Lindsey Smith.
Patterson eyeing another Brisbane venture
Robbie Patterson made his mark with a small team at last year’s Queensland winter carnival and is keen on a return trip.
Profondo’s book closed
Following an outstanding response from breeders, Windsor Park Stud has closed the book to Deep Impact’s recently retired Group One-winning son Profondo.
ANZAC aim for Ritchie’s new acquisition
Cambridge trainer Shaune Ritchie will enter phase two of a special project when imported galloper Mahrajaan tackles Sunday’s Listed Manawatu ITM ANZAC Stakes (1600m) at Awapuni.
Hopes of catching a winning break in Champagne
To Catch A Thief will sport a fresh look at Pukekohe Park on Saturday when he attempts to break his maiden after competing with recent distinction in far stronger company.
Big brother’s turn in the limelight after massive day out at Riccarton
Southland dairy farmer Allan Tyler is used to his brother Kelvin making headlines in racing, however, on Saturday at Riccarton it was time to grab his own share of the limelight.
Positive ride secures ANZAC Mile
Under a deluge of rain at Awapuni on Saturday, local trainer Roydon Bergerson came very close to withdrawing Town Cryer from the Listed ANZAC Mile (1600m) at his home meeting the following day, but he is thanking his lucky stars that he didn’t.
Contributer headlines Mapperley Stud’s 2023 stallion roster
Mapperley Stud has announced their service fees for the 2023 season with their Dual Group One-winning son of High Chaparral, Contributer, headlining their roster at a fee of $18,000+GST.
Waikato Stud announces 2023 stallion roster
Leading New Zealand thoroughbred nursery Waikato Stud are looking forward to the 2023 breeding season where their stallion roster will once again be headed by eight-time New Zealand Champion Sire Savabeel.