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He reminds me of Winona Costin. A natural light rider but lacks professionalism. She was dropped by Waterhouse pretty quickly, and she hasn't really recovered. I can't imagine Pinn lasts too long with Te Akau unless it's down south. Hopefully, though, that doesn't happen and he proves me wrong. As you said, he's still a kid. -
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It’s only a week to the NZB Standardbred Yearling Sales and HRNZ is here to answer any of your queries. The Sales will kick off at Karaka in Auckland on Saturday, February 15 and then move to Christchurch for a day’s selling on Tuesday, February 18. In all there will be around 340 yearlings up for sale, including 70 from Next Gen sires. The Next Gen – Own The Thrill concept is brand new in 2025. Complete with $600,000 in bonuses, it is a new ownership model devised by HRNZ to attract the “Next Gen” of owners and to showcase emerging stallions. It must be emphasised though that every yearling at the sales is Next Gen eligible as long as other criteria are met. They are that the horse is trained by a Next Gen trainer (non-Group 1 winning trainer as of January 1, 2025) OR is owned by a Next Gen ownership group, with at least 30% of members being first-time HRNZ owners or individuals born after 1984. The Next Gen concept has prompted a lot of discussion since its release. There has been a lot of excitement but also some confusion. So with just a week to go until the first Next Gen-sired yearlings go under the hammer anyone wanting further information or clarification should contact HRNZ’s Head of Racing and Wagering Matthew Peden. He can be contacted at matthew.peden@hrnz.co.nz Footnote : For anyone at Karaka for the sales wanting transport to the races at Alexandra Park next Friday night (February 14) there is a bus leaving the Double Tree Hilton at 4.15pm. It will return after the last race. There is still limited capacity available. To book a seat contact cameron@hrnz.co.nz To see more about Next Gen click here View the full article -
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Horse owners are urged to stay alert following the recent detection of Strangles cases in the South Island. While these cases are not linked to the racing community, Strangles is a highly contagious bacterial disease, and vigilance is key to protecting equine health. We encourage all horse owners to take proactive biosecurity measures, monitor their horses for any signs of illness, and follow best practices to prevent the spread of infection. Early detection and responsible management are crucial in keeping our equine communities safe. What is Strangles? Strangles is a bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus equi that primarily affects the upper respiratory tract in horses. It is highly contagious and spreads rapidly through: · Direct Contact: Nose-to-nose interaction between horses. · Indirect Contact: Shared equipment, contaminated water buckets, feed troughs, and tack. · Environmental Contamination: The bacteria can survive in the environment for days to weeks under favourable conditions, increasing the risk of indirect transmission. While most horses recover with proper care, the infection can lead to serious complications such as abscess formation in other parts of the body (“bastard strangles”), prolonged illness, or in rare cases, death. Early detection and prompt management are critical to minimise its spread and impact. Symptoms to Watch For: · Fever: Temperature above 38.5°C · Nasal Discharge: Thick, pus-like discharge · Swelling/Abscesses: Around the head and neck (lymph nodes) · Cough: Difficulty eating or reduced appetite · Breathing Issues: Respiratory noise or laboured breathing How to Protect Your Horse: 1. Vaccinate: The Strangles vaccine can help prevent infection or reduce symptoms. 2. Limit Contact: Avoid direct contact and shared equipment with infected horses. 3. Stay Put: Do not move horses to or from affected yards. 4. Travel Caution: Assess the risks of transport, particularly if your horse is unvaccinated. If your horse shows any symptoms, isolate them immediately and contact your veterinarian for testing and guidance. Please click here for more information from the New Zealand Equine Research Foundation. Being vigilant will help protect our horses and limit the spread of Strangles. View the full article -
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By Dave Di Somma, Harness News Desk Cambridge-based trainer-driver Benjamin Butcher will take the next step in his recovery with a drive at the trials next week. The 29-year-old has not driven in a competitive race since a crash at Alexandra Park last August when he broke his shoulder and suffered a serious concussion. “I’ve had a lot of advice about head injuries and I am certainly not rushing anything,” says Butcher. “I’ll go the trials next week and then see how I’m feeling after that.” At one stage the symptoms were so severe he was sleeping “19 to 20 hours a day”. “I’ve been pretty good although around Christmas time I had a few headaches with all the socialising and that.” While he hasn’t driven a winner since July he is having good success as a trainer. His first came with $23 longshot Waltzing With Miki at Alexandra Park in October last year for James Stormont. This year he’s had three wins from just eight starts. “Dad (David) and Zach (brother) have both driven a winner for me now and I might get a photo of that up on the wall when I get a winner of my own!” Waltzing With Miki won again at Cambridge on January 9 while Barbarossa followed up a win there on January 24 by upsetting in the Taranaki Steelformers Stratford Cup at Hawera a week later. As others scrambled at the start, Barbarossa and driver Zev Meredith headed straight to the front. The challengers did not come until the 600 metre mark. Upon straightening there was a wall of runners with only half a length separating the first five home. Paying $58, Barbarossa prevailed by a neck. It was the Captaintreacherous seven-year-old’s ninth win in 102 starts. “It was a bit of a surprise that one but he had been racing well and toughed it out.” “He’s a horse that is capable of running some good times but it just depends if he feels like doing it on the day and I’m rapt for the owners that he got the win,” Butcher said post race. Butcher is currently working a team of seven and is based at his father David Butcher’s place at Cambridge. “I’ve warmed to the training side of it,” says Butcher, “even when I come back driving I probably won’t drive as much as I used to and to get a few winners has made it even better.” View the full article
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