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New look Nelson getting ready for big New Year meetings — New look Nelson getting ready for big New Year meetings

After the demolition of its grandstand earlier this year it will be a new look Richmond Park that hosts the Nelson Trotting Club's two-day meeting in January.

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New base, big plans for the Whites — New base, big plans for the Whites

Just as many are winding down for the summer, Stacey and David White are accelerating into an exciting new phase of their training careers.

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The Trials Report – Six of the Best — The Trials Report – Six of the Best

These horses have trialled pleasingly in recent weeks and this week (18/12/25) they head back to the racetrack.

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Terms of Reference - Project Stamina

We 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.

Can 20m stop Republican Party winning Invercargill Cup? — Can 20m stop Republican Party winning Invercargill Cup?

Is 20m a long way in a Group 1?

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Quality fields assembled for Friday's Golden Gait — Quality fields assembled for Friday's Golden Gait

The Golden Gait series may be about giving some of the lesser-known Alexandra Park regulars their chance to shine but Friday night’s meeting looks set to be lit up by some of the north’s most promising horses.

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Jenna Dunn gets 500th winner with It's Tough — Jenna Dunn gets 500th winner with It's Tough

It’s Tough secured his seventh win from 10 starts this campaign when winning the New World (Rangiora) Summer Cup on the grass at Rangiora yesterday.

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Nathan Williamson showing encouraging signs after race fall — Nathan Williamson showing encouraging signs after race fall

Deep concern has been replaced by relief for the family of injured harness racing driver Nathan Williamson.

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Persistence pays off with Errol D at Winton — Persistence pays off with Errol D at Winton

Joining Errol D in the winner’s circle at Winton was a long way from Mark Shirley’s mind when he was lying on Oreti Beach with a broken pelvis.

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Pacemakers set to debut at February's NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale — Pacemakers set to debut at February's NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale

New to the NZB Standardbred Yearling Sales in 2026, Pacemakers hope they are onto something that could blossom in the years to come.

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Trainers eyeing up early Trotting 2YO Group 1 in 2026 — Trainers eyeing up early Trotting 2YO Group 1 in 2026

Two of the North Island's most powerful stables are already eyeing up a healthy payday with their two-year-old trotters at Alexandra Park on May 8,2026.

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HRNZ : Warm weather reminder — HRNZ : Warm weather reminder

In light of the warm weather we’ve been experiencing around the country, we want to remind trainers of the importance of managing horses correctly in hot conditions

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Harness 5000

The Harness 5000 is an exciting new initiative designed to reward speed, consistency, and performance throughout the season.

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Racing Nation Podcasts

Listen to all shows and interviews here with racing expert Greg O'Connor

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This week's Box Seat (Dec 10)

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16 December 2025

Trainers eyeing up early Trotting 2YO Group 1 in 2026

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16 December 2025

New look Nelson getting ready for big New Year meetings

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16 December 2025

The Trials Report – Six of the Best

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16 December 2025

New base, big plans for the Whites