$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.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from Racing
Poignant Te Rapa victory for Wewillrock
Wewillrock earned a scintillating victory in the Group One Turf Bar Sprint.
Harness racing given $30 million boost
Harness racing has been given a $30m shot in the arm and will now host two $1m races.
Hugely respected member of harness racing community passes away
'Katie brought us all together in her journey.'
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.
Unbeaten Dan Vegas delivers Ruakaka repeat
Exciting local three-year-old Dan Vegas added a second victory to his unbeaten record.
Te Kahu conquers West Coast in Hawke’s Bay Steeplechase thriller
Te Kahu made a stunning return to the big stage.
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.
He’s All Go seeking another Group 1 victory on Friday Night
He’s All Go has won on all New Zealand greyhound tracks, with the exception of Ascot Park.
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.
92-year-old trainer celebrates as Casino Princess takes black-type
Casino Princess wins Tauranga Classic under Jasmine Fawcett.
A day in the life of a Kiwi at Royal Ascot
On the ground at the mecca of global horse racing with Louis Herman-Watt.
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.
From farmer to greyhound guru: Thomassen's journey to success
Cameron Thomassen celebrated as young achiever in greyhound racing.
Curraghmore and Haunui delighted with 2024 weanling drafts
'We’ve come up here with a good draft – a very good, genuine draft.'
Kennedy rides on as rival McNab recovers from fall
Race fall disrupts McNab's title defence; Kennedy rides at four meets.
Asfoora joins elite Australian winners at Royal Ascot's
Australian thoroughbred Asfoora has delivered a regal performance.
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.
The Cossack back on top at Te Rapa
"He’s got a huge heart and is the best winded horse you could have."
Berry The Cash buries rivals in Waikato Hurdles
"He’s a serious animal this horse," said jockey Tommy Hazlett.
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
'Nice pat on the back': Race starter made Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit
McGovern said it is also recognition for racing participants who work behind the scenes.
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.'