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Waikato Stud claim 11th Breeder of the Year title
Another year of New Zealand thoroughbred breeding excellence was celebrated on Saturday night at the National Breeding Awards at Karapiro, with powerhouse breeders Waikato Stud claiming top honours. Hosted by the New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, the awards recognised the elite performances of 24 individual Group 1 winners plus outstanding achievements in a host of... Read More
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NZTR confirms relocation of two Group 1 races this spring
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) has confirmed that two key spring Group 1 races will be transferred from Awapuni, as the track continues through its return to racing protocols. The decision reflects a commitment to delivering early certainty for trainers and owners preparing campaigns for Group 1 runners. The $400,000 Group 1 WFA 1600m (previously... Read More
Kiwi breeders to be honoured at National Breeding Awards
The New Zealand thoroughbred breeding community will come together on Saturday, July 26 to celebrate another year of excellence at the Property Brokers National Breeding Awards at the Sir Don Rowlands Centre in Cambridge. The evening will acknowledge 24 individual winners of 37 Group 1 races as breeders can again take pride in the global... Read More
ATC chairman McGauran resigns
Peter McGauran has announced his resignation from the role of Australian Turf Club (ATC) chairman, a position he has held for the past three years. The former politician’s tenure was due to expire in January next year but he announced his resignation on Wednesday evening. McGauran had served as a director of the ATC since... Read More
Stuart Boman succeeds Mick Kinane as Hong Kong Jockey Club agent
Stuart Boman has been appointed the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s (HKJC) contracted agent in the northern hemisphere. The position will see the Blandford Bloodstock agent assist with selection and preparation of horses for the Hong Kong International Sale (HKIS). Boman said: “It’s a great opportunity. Danny Rolston, the head of the HKIS, approached me and... Read More
Maher to take over Leilani Lodge
Ciaron Maher has been granted a base at Randwick and will take over the facility formerly known as Leilani Lodge. Maher was one of three applicants for the boxes, along with Tulloch Lodge duo Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, and former Godolphin head trainer James Cummings, who subsequently withdrew his interest after accepting an offer... Read More