Now in its second year, New Zealand’s revitalised summer racing calendar showcases a worldclass line-up of 43 Group and Listed races worth more than $23 million in stakes across 10 meetings in the Auckland, Waikato and Central Districts regions.
Headlined by Champions Day (7 March), New Zealand’s summer of racing reaches new heights - with more than $8.5 million in stakes on offer in a single day, including the landmark $4 million NZB Kiwi (1500m) slot race. From sprinters to stayers, there’s a race for every stable star.
The TAB Karaka Millions (24 January) delivers a night of high stakes and elite competition, with three $1 million races on the programme. The $1m TAB Karaka Millions 2YO, $1.5m TAB Karaka Millions 3YO, and $1m Elsdon Park
Aotearoa Classic create a blockbuster card that blends the sport’s future stars with proven performers, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated racedays on the Australasian calendar.
And for Australian contenders, each eligible horse will receive a travel subsidy* of $10,000 NZD, provided it starts in any Group race, Special Conditions race, or Restricted Listed race listed in this document.
