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Warren Kennedy can take major step to national jockey’s premiership at Ruakākā
Kennedy leads his only real premiership rival Michael McNab by nine wins.
Malt Time to battle top contenders in winter showdown
Seasoned mare Malt Time is set to race while in foal next season.
Rookie driver takes the reins on top filly at Alexandra Park
Coastal Babe targets win despite outside start and new driver.
$115,000-per-week payments threaten harness racing in northern region
A crippling interest bill is threatening to cut into the future of the code.
Harness racing given $30 million boost
Harness racing has been given a $30m shot in the arm and will now host two $1m races.
Racing: Legarto has building blocks to construct solid campaign
Ken Kelso says Matamata mare has come back 'huge'.
Title gap grows for sidelined McNab
Michael McNab’s chances of defending the jockey’s premiership title are eroding.
Heavy track set to pose true test to jumpers at Hastings
The Hastings fixture has been cleared to go ahead even after a rough week of weather.
Racing: Young harness ace seizes scholarship chance
Carter Dalgety is heading to the US and Sweden.
Race by Grins winner aims for NZ Cup glory
Merlin preps for cup success as Purdon eyes strong November showing.
Michael McNab to nab chances in making up for time out
Premiership king Michael McNab returns following a spectacular race fall.
O'Sullivan's hopes for Tauranga victory riding on Highlighter
Wexford Stables hope Highlighter will continue their good run after Winexpress' victory.
Tectonic set to dominate despite cold Addington night
Paul Nairn backs Tectonic for big wins, eyes fourth straight at Addington.
Kennedy rides on as rival McNab recovers from fall
Race fall disrupts McNab's title defence; Kennedy rides at four meets.
Australian mare Asfoora to represent Oceania at King Charles III Stakes
Chris Waller and James McDonald's past triumphs highlight Kiwi absence at Ascot
Jockey avoids broken bones but premiership hangs in balance
'I am pretty sore but I know it could have been a lot worse,' says McNab.
Little Bit Of Love looks to step up at Te Rapa
It might be a case of high input producing maximum output for Little Bit Of Love
John Dunn eyes unique double in NZ harness racing premierships
Dunn leads drivers' premiership, but Blair Orange is close behind.
Jumps jockey crisis in NZ: Trainers call for pay rise amid shortage
'If they got paid more maybe we can lure more here from overseas.'
Unbeaten pacing star Millwood Nike ready to conquer open class
Trainer Purdon optimistic as Millwood Nike preps for comeback.
Michael Guerin: HRNZ make crucial appointment at key juncture
OPINION: HRNZ has found the right leader at the most important time in its history.
Mick on Monday: Kennedy laments wasted opportunity at abandoned meeting
Mick on Monday: The meeting was called off after two races after a horse slipped.
La Crique earns redemption in $500K race
The little girl with the big heart came from third last to streak clear.
Racing bosses add twists to NZ’s new richest race
The NZB Kiwi is set to make one lucky charity a big winner.
Unfinished business: La Crique aims for redemption at Eagle Farm
Top mare headlines Eagle Farm's $536,000 showdown.
Bolt For Brilliance: The resilient hero of NZ harness racing
"If anything major comes up again he will be retired.”
Lance O’Sullivan’s star filly seeks redemption Downunder
Molly Bloom will be looking to make it third time lucky.
Racing resumes at Te Aroha with unlikely contenders
Helena Baby and Pier headline Te Aroha’s return on rebuilt track.
Stable stats tell only part of trainer's story
The biggest season of Stephen Marsh’s career has also been the bravest.
McNab close to catching rival Kennedy in jockey's premiership
Michael McNab remembers the last time he levelled up to the tearaway leader.
Magic mare will attract millions at auction today
Imperatriz could go for an estimated price of between A$4 million and A$7 million.
Horse racing: West Coast resumes with hard-fought win in Manawatū
Champion steeplechaser West Coast could be aimed at a third Grand National.
Just Believe and Better Eclipse dominate at Auckland Cup
Greg Sugars leaned into his old mate Just Believe’s ear and said thanks.
Molly Bloom eyes victory in Brisbane
Trainer O’Sullivan wants it dry in Brisbane and wet in Pukekohe. He may get his wish.
Forsman eyes second transtasman double
Moonlight Magic may not get a start to take on fellow Kiwi filly Molly Bloom.
Dominant trotter Just Believe set for Alexandra Park challenge
Just Believe has opened the $1.30 favourite.
Auckland Cup timing questioned as top horses bow out
Auckland Trotting Club keen to move race date as best pacers skip event.
Trainers Peter and Dawn Williams going out on top
Peter Williams never wanted to be an old man training a team of battlers.
Dry spell at Trentham shifts jumps, Islington Lass tipped to win
NZ horse I Wish I Win favoured at Doomben 10,000 with jockey James McDonald.
Jockey Grylls chases bonus victories tomorrow
Craig Grylls hits $5 million in wins and aims for more at Te Rapa.
Hall of Fame trainer Barry Purdon’s renaissance
Legendary trainer Barry Purdon’s renaissance began eight years ago.
Racing: Queensland trip on the cards for Malt Time
Dunstan dash could send Malt Time across Tasman
Old Town Road's return adds fire to Alexandra Park lineup
The 6-year-old will tackle the $50,000 Roy Purdon Memorial.
US owner sees champion mare as racing prospect
Managing owner accepts his champion mare Imperatriz’s racing days may not be over.
Mick on Monday: Kiwi stables target Queensland carnival
Two of New Zealand’s biggest stables have triple threats heading to Queensland.
Favourite La Crique faces crack field in $100k race
La Crique aims for a big win in Rotorua after missing NZ Breeders due to hoof issue.
Cold Chisel v Chase A Dream: Barrier draw sets stage for showdown
Chase A Dream is in top form for tonight's $160,000 Sires' Stakes.
Molly Bloom's unorthodox prep for Sunshine Coast race
O'Sullivan's Molly Bloom ready despite heavy track.
Zachary Butcher sets sights higher after entering 1000-wins club
'All I think about is the next race so it didn’t feel that big a deal at the time.'
Horse racing: Super Photon adds to Marsh’s dream domestic season
Cambridge trainer Stephen Marsh added another black-type win at Te Rapa on Saturday.
Horse racing: Chad Ormsby looks to extend golden run in Adelaide
Cowboy may seem a derogatory term to most.
Pour The Wine aims for victory in season finale at Te Rapa
Trainer of daughter of Telperion says she's going into race with great form.
Pacing stars gear up for high-stakes showdown at Alexandra Park
Harness racing tactics to watch in tonight’s $110,000 Group 1 races at Alexandra Park.
Pennyweka's surprise clearance may lead to return
Surprise turn as Pennyweka deemed fit for racing comeback.
Muscle Mountain's camp won't be backing down from Just Believe
The Victorian trotter has dominated the feature trots this autumn.
Unique twist in tale of Imperatriz sale
The champion NZ mare will be offered for sale as a broodmare prospect.
Apostrophe may have earned herself a career extension and trip to Australia
The in-form mare won the Group 2 on Saturday in nailbiting fashion.
Mick on Monday: Tomodachi set for Australian stint
Tomodachi is going a long way to pick a fight with her neighbour, Michael Guerin says.
From last to first: Junior driver's shock win at Alexandra Park
Crystal Hackett leads Mach Shard past top pacers for stunning victory.
Kennedy looks to close in on premierships at Te Rapa
Ex-pat South African goes into meeting leading jockeys' ranks on all three metrics.
NZ horse racing legend dies
Dave O’Sullivan, a legend of NZ horse racing who beat the best in the world, has died.
Merlin's fate hangs on early moves in tonight's Taylor Mile
Barry Purdon's Merlin could dominate or struggle based on start.
Winter warrior Justaskme stirs the field at Manco Easter
Justaskme's entry shifts weights, boosts Tavattack's chance.
Confusion and intrigue as biggest names draw second line in Taylor Mile
Aussie hero Just Believe is poised to pounce at the $60k Lyell Creek Stakes.
Pulchritudinous set to take on rivals in Adelaide's Australasian Oaks
The Australian Oaks race is unlike most Oaks races.
New low for Ellerslie’s surface after jockey raises alarm that sees race abandoned
A slip caused the abandonment of Saturday’s $150,000 Manco Easter at Ellerslie.
Ellerslie races abandoned as new track woes continue
The main factor in the decision should become clearer after more inspections on Sunday.
Pike's stable stars to shine at Ellerslie races
Anticipation builds for Boss N Highheels' debut in TAB Star Way Stakes.
Training supremo has new star on horizon
Williamson has a new trotting excitement machine in Empire City.
Forsman backs Devastate among top chances at Manco Easter showdown
Andrew Forsman's Good Oil is primed for his Australian debut in the Mornington Cup.
Waitak brings Kiwi pride to Australia's toughest horse race
Waitak will challenge Australia's best horse, Amelia's Jewel, in the Quokka race.
Ellerslie's new StrathAyr surface cleared for Manco Easter meeting
The new track had to pass return-to-racing protocols after a meeting was abandoned.
Racing bosses confident Ellerslie will be cleared
Auckland racing bosses are confident the Easter Handicap meeting will be at Ellerslie.