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Karaka 2022 up on quality and numbers as New Zealand Bloodstock prepares for March sale
More than 1100 yearlings catalogued for national sale as Kiwis stand by national auction The date was already locked in and now so too is the catalogue of more than 1100 horses for next year’s New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Yearling Sale, the country’s week-long showcase of the Kiwi thoroughbred. The catalogue for next year’s sale,... Read More
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Tamblyn’s gamblin’ looks set to pay off with investment in Profiteer’s sister
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Australian Bloodstock makes mark at Arqana with mare in foal to Protectionist
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International campaign could see Verry Elleegant offered to northern hemisphere market
Jomara Bloodstock partners vow to stick to plan to put ten-time Group 1 winner to auction A planned European racing campaign next year for reigning Melbourne Cup (Gr 1, 3200m) champion Verry Elleegant (Zed), possibly culminating in a tilt at the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (Gr 1, 2400m), could open up the door for... Read More
Breeders keen to support funding of independent welfare body
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V’landys’ vast training plan for NSW taking shape with Bennett heading Bong Bong Farm
Accomplished horseman embraces long-term vision in return south to governing body’s Southern Highlands property Renowned horseman Greg Bennett has been head-hunted by Racing NSW to lead its recently acquired Bong Bong Farm facility in the Southern Highlands which is part of the regulator’s long-term strategy to increase the horse population close to Sydney. Racing NSW... Read More