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NZTR
04 August 2025
Applications Open for 2025 NZTR McKenzie Future Leaders Scholarship
NZTR, in partnership with Dean McKenzie, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 NZTR McKenzie Future Leaders Scholarship.
NZTR
31 July 2025
Finalists Announced for 2024–25 Horse of the Year Awards
The finalists for the 2024–25 New Zealand Thoroughbred Horse of the Year Awards – sponsored by Sport Nation have produced some fascinating matchups.
NZTR
30 July 2025
Howden Insurance Becomes Latest Sponsor to Join WTR Network
Waikato Thoroughbred Racing (WTR) is pleased to announce Howden Insurance as the new sponsor of the prestigious Group One Mile, taking place on Saturday, 27 September 2025, joining the Te Rapa Racecourse line-up from Hawke’s Bay.
NZTR
18 July 2025
Iconic Jumps Races Renamed to Reflect New Era at Te Aroha
NZTR and Racing Te Aroha are proud to announce a significant milestone in the history of New Zealand jumps racing.
NZTR
16 July 2025
NZTR Confirms Relocation of Two Group 1 Races this Spring
NZTR has confirmed that two key Spring Group 1 races will be transferred from RACE Awapuni
NZTR
11 July 2025
A Message From Matt
A message from NZTR CEO Matt Ballesty to update you on the progress and key initiatives that drive us toward a new season of bold transformation. 
NZTR
11 July 2025
Funeral Details for Ngakau Hailey
A service to celebrate the life of apprentice jockey Ngakau Hailey will be held at 11am on Monday 14 July at: Park Chapel, Newstead Cemetery.
NZTR
11 July 2025
Racing Codes Unite to Shape the Future of NZ Racing Infrastructure
NZTR and HRNZ, supported by TAB NZ have today announced the launch of Project Stamina, a landmark collaboration to develop a unified Master Plan for the future of New Zealand’s racing infrastructure.
NZTR
10 July 2025
Adherence to Racing Codes of Conduct
An open letter from NZTR, HRNZ & RIB.