A major innovation in global racing is now a big part of New Zealand thoroughbred racing’s most iconic race, with Hong Kong Jockey Club’s World Pool the new naming rights sponsor for the Group 1 New Zealand Derby next month.
NZTR has confirmed new leadership appointments within its Members’ Council, with Geoff Vazey appointed Chair and Bernard Hickey appointed Deputy Chair.
NZTR has confirmed a lucrative new $500,000 Group 1 4YO Bonus that will be available to the first horse that wins a New Zealand-based Group 1 race in its four-year-old season, that runs in the 2026 $4 million NZB Kiwi (1500m).
NZTR, HRNZ, with the support of TAB NZ, are pleased to share the Terms of Reference and provide an update on the engagement process that will guide the development of a future-focused masterplan for New Zealand’s equine racing infrastructure.
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) is extending its national support of Cure Kids to Auckland, joining Auckland Thoroughbred Racing (ATR) for the Christmas Raceday for Cure Kids at Ellerslie on Saturday 29 November.
NZTR and HRNZ, with the support of TAB NZ, have today confirmed the appointment of RCP as independent consultants to Project Stamina, a dual-code initiative focused on the future of New Zealand’s racing infrastructure.
Thoroughbred retired racehorse Grassendale Enzo is thriving in his second career in the show jumping arena, turning heads at Grand Prix level in the hands of his 16-year-old rider Sofia Williams.
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) has today announced the appointment of Struan Abernethy and Louise Ward to its Board of Directors, bringing a wealth of governance, commercial and community experience to the organisation.
The public will be given a backstage pass to New Zealand’s horse racing industry this month, with the inaugural National Thoroughbred Week taking place from 20th to the 24th of November.
