Scone's Listed Woodlands, in its short history, has proven to be a handy indicator of future success on the racetrack, with notable winners like Libertini (I Am Invincible) and In Secret (I Am Invincible). TTR AusNZ looks back at the winners of the past 11 editions.
May 18th 2024
In our second instalment of ‘Value Sires’ TTR AusNZ sought the opinions of three successful Victorian breeders - Miranda Park’s Gary O’Meara, Northmore Thoroughbreds’ Tammy Notman and Tarcoola Stud’s Ken Williams; discussing which stallions they consider to be the best value on offer in 2024.
May 17th 2024
Scone’s annual stand-alone meeting takes place this Saturday, and it is apt that a racecourse located in the heart of breeding territory honours two great broodmares with races named in their honour - the Listed Denise’s Joy S. and the G3 Dark Jewel Classic.
May 17th 2024
Earlier this year, the KIDS Foundation held its inaugural Tour d’Horse event, a 200-kilometre endurance race on horseback aimed at raising money and awareness for injury prevention and support for kids in need. It was a remarkable success, surpassing its goal of raising $500,000 and laying the groundwork for an even bigger event next year.
May 17th 2024
In our first instalment of 'Value Sires' TTR AusNZ has canvassed Louis Mihalyka of Laurel Oak Bloodstock (FBAA), Yarraman Park's Director Harry Mitchell and Group 1-winning trainer John O'Shea to gauge their perceptions of value amidst the recently unveiled stallion fees across Australasia.
May 16th 2024
Exceptional broodmare Parmalove (Snitzel), claimed the spotlight at Wednesday evening's Inglis Digital Sale, fetching an impressive $730,000 and finding a new home at Walnut Farm. Offered by Gus and Bianca Wigley's Inglewood Stud, the sale marked a bittersweet moment for Gus Wigley, who acknowledged it as a logical decision.
May 16th 2024
Bred by Ian and Linda Duckworth of Fairview Park, Megastar Heart (Star Turn) was sold by their operation at the 2023 Inglis Classic Yearling Sale. Finding his way to New Zealand under the care of Kit Brooks' KB Bloodstock, the colt was secured for $825,000. On Wednesday at Randwick-Kensington, he showcased his talent by breaking his maiden.
May 16th 2024
It was a big day for a small team, the Mornington based trainer Jason Warren enjoying one of his best afternoons at the track when saddling up the G1 Goodwood winner Benedetta (Hellbent) and the G3 David Coles AM S. winner Flyer (Exceedance) at Morphettville last Saturday.
May 16th 2024