I had a great time catching up with George Breckon to talk about the 35 yearlings from Breckon Farms that will be heading to the NZB Standardbred sale on February 16th. Our discussion turned out to be much more than just about the sale. If we want to attract young people to the sport, we should listen to their perspectives! Harness Racing New Zealand

Pat Driscoll joined us to go through each of his yearlings he is selling in the 2026 NZB Standardbred Yearling Sales. He has 12 world-class-bred yearlings at Karaka and another two in Christchurch. Pat provides valuable insight into their unique breeding.

What a year it has been for Michael Bellman, who began the season without a Group 1 win and finished it by securing the Triple Crown for three-year-old trotters in Victoria. I sat down with Mick at the Maryborough Harness Racing Club & Function Complex to reflect on the year and the elusive Group 1 victory he had long been chasing.

Over The Ditch with Cran Dalgety. It was great to catch up with Cran Dalgety for a chat about various topics, including his team, yearling sales and purchases, as well as his holidays. So, pour yourself a coffee, sit back, and enjoy. Thank you to my sponsors, Breckon Farms, Woodlands Stud NZ, Yabby Dam Farms, NZB Standardbred, and Aldebaran Park, who all support Harness racing in New Zealand. Give Kentuckiana Lodge a follow

Over The Ditch with "Crystal Hackett" What an eventful night it was for Crystal at Alexandra Park last night. Amazing footage captured by the team at Trackside NZ, after Buddy Guy won, being tipped out upon returning to scale. Thank you to my supporters for making these interviews Aldebaran Park, Yabby Dam Farms, Woodlands Stud NZ, Breckon Farms, and NZB Standardbred

The Vincent Delaney Memorial Racing Weekend will take place on August 8-9. Derek Delaney joined me to discuss this year's event and what we can expect. There will be great racing, plenty of fun, and much more. I’m looking forward to covering this exciting weekend of harness racing!

**Woodlands Winners: "Surf's Up"** In this week's show, we preview Downbytheseaside and his eight weanlings in the Woodlands Stud NZ draft. Mark Hughes shares some impressive statistics that will encourage you to check out the full draft at this year's NZB Standardbred National Sale on June 26th.

**Over the Ditch with Bob Butt** Bob has been having a great year both in training and driving. It was wonderful to catch up with him and learn more about his stable. He will be partnering with Bet N Win in this year's Inter Dominion at The Creek, marking his first time driving in the series. A special thank you to NZB Standardbred, Aldebaran Park, Yabby Dam Farms, Woodlands Stud NZ, and Breckon Farms for making these interviews possible.

**Woodlands Winners: "Sweet Winter"** This week, the team is back to highlight the Woodlands Stud NZ weekly winners. As the NZB Standardbred National Weanling Sale approaches, we are excited to showcase six Sweet Lou weanlings presented by the farm. In total, Lou has nine weanlings available in the sale. To view the full catalogue, visit www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz For more information, check www.woodlandsstud.co.nz

**Hot to Trot: Winter Woolies** On a beautiful winter day, Mel Thackeray joined me to discuss all things related to Aldebaran Park. We discussed Lot 60, "Naked Majesty," which will be featured in the upcoming Nutrien Equine - Standardbred Winter Woolies Sale, taking place from June 10 to 12. Aldebaran Eagle continues to perform well, and there’s always something happening at Aldebaran Park. Stay tuned for more from "Hot to Trot!"

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Some wins mean more than just a win. Rodney Petroff joined me after the win of Atego Dawn at Melton Entertainment Park.

In An Ideal World and John Justice teamed up to win Race 1 at Melton Entertainment Park. It was also great to hear John's insights on the concessions for the 2 and 3-year-olds and the revamped Summer Carnival.

Anthony Butt joined me to discuss the recent announcements from Harness Racing Victoria, including a new Summer Carnival, concessions for two-and three-year-olds, and more. It was great to get Ant's thoughts on these developments.

Showmethetanlines has secured the first slot in the 2025 Protostar at The Creek. Adam Kelly joined me to discuss the invite and how the handsome son of Downbytheseaside is coming up in readiness for the July 12 race.

Woodlands Winners: "Different Gravy" It was another outstanding week for the sons of Woodlands Stud NZ Stallion roster. Marketplace: Wow, what a horse, along with three other impressive performances. Be sure to contact the farm and book your mare for the 2025 breeding season.

Over The Ditch 20/05/25 Luke Whittaker joins me to discuss another exciting week of harness racing from New Zealand. We cover Marketplace, Sideshow Bruce, Duchess Maria, Miki's Deal, Zoltan Boscik, and much more from the Addington Raceway in today's show. Thank you to the people who support CC. NZB Standardbred, Woodlands Stud NZ, Aldebaran Park, Yabby Dam Farms, Breckon Farms, and Barastoc Horse

Breckon Farms is selling seven mares on the online gavelhouse.com sale. Group 1 winning mares, mares in foal to Sweet Lou & Tactical Approach, young mares by Love You, plenty of choice. Nigel Fahey joined me to explain why these mare's are on the market. https://standardbred.gavelhouse.com/catalogue/141

Hot To Trot: "Fly The Eagle" Duncan McPherson joins me at Melton Entertainment Park after witnessing Gatsy's Gem win the 2025 NSW Derby at Club Menangle. Sired by Aldebaran Eagle, she has become the second filly in three years to achieve the Derby/Oaks double.

Woodlands Winners "The Canadian bang" Winners from everywhere on this week's show with Mark Hughes and Cam Grant from Woodlands Stud NZ. Group 1 glory to a 1.49.4 mile todays show has it all. www.woodlandsstud.co.nz

On a very emotional night of harness racing at Melton HRC, I caught up with Rob Auber, Glen Craven, Kate Gath and Kerryn Manning who all reflected on the sad passing of Greg Sugars.

Stable Chat with Miona performance horses Matt and Fiona Holz own and operate Miona Performance Horses. I visited the farm to learn more about the horses and their goals.

Woodlands Winners "Trifecta"

What an amazing Group 1 winning week it's been for Woodlands Stud. Mark Hughes and Cam Grant join me to highlight 5 of the winners from the Group 1 sires.

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Over The Ditch 30/04/25 Luke Whittacker joins me to look back on a fabulous night of harness racing at Alexandra Park, and Sunday at Invercargill Harness Racing on Diamonds Day. We also look forward to another magic night at Alexandra Park. Thank you to all my supporters who make these shows possible Breckon Farms, Woodlands Stud NZ, Aldebaran Park, Yabby Dam Farms, and NZB Standardbred

This Saturday promises to be an exciting night at the Riverina Paceway. Laura Diebert joined me to discuss the fantastic evening of racing, both on and off the track. If you can, make sure to attend or tune into my social media channels that night, as we'll be catching up with the winners and sharing some great stories.

Over The Ditch with Luke Whittaker.

Talking New Zealand Harness Racing for the first time with Luke. We discuss the magical week just gone of racing and also look forward to and amazing night of racing this Friday at Auckland.

Darren Clayton from The Creek joined to outline the new look Interdominion. The Queensland Constellations is set to shine brighter than ever in 2025. Staged from June 14 to July 19 at Albion Park, Redcliffe, and Marburg, more than $4 million in prize money and bonuses will go on the line throughout five action-packed weeks of harness racing, including 15 Group races – seven of which are Group 1 events Racing Queensland www.racingqueensland.com.au

Jackie Barker won the Mount Barker Gold Cup and what it meant to her

Michael Bellman drove his 2,000 winner at the Mount Gambier Cup meeting

Mount Gambier Cup night Interviews with not only the winning connections but many of the participants on a special night.

What a night of racing at Club Menangle on Miracle Mile night. All my post-race interviews on a fabulous night of  racing.

A random chat with Alex Ashwood, ahead of the Tasracing, Nutrien Equine - Standardbred March 1st yearling sale. Ashwood Racing Stables have been buyers in Tassie for many years and it's great to find what it is about the Apple isle sale that's so good.

The Northern Rivers Equine Veterinary Clinic & Llowalong Farms $100k bonus. Kath McIntosh joined me to explain how potentially a yearling bred by one five stallions could take out the huge bonus. There are nine yearlings in the Sunshine Stars yearling sale on Sunday 23rd February and seven yearlings in the Tasracing March first sale. To view all the available lots visit www.nutrienstandardbred.com.au Nutrien Equine - Standardbred

Laura Dalgety from @KentuckianaNZ joined me after the @nzbstandardbred yearling sale, for a wrap and some great stable news. @HarnessRacingNZ

The team from Cullen Racing have been busy at the NZB Standardbred yearling sales. Hayden joined me after the sale for a wrap of what he purchased and a stable update.

Bob Butt has had a great day at the NZB Standardbred yearling sales, purchasing 2 yearlings.

Phil and Glennis Kennard have had a great day today securing 3 lots ay the @nzbstandardbred yearling sale

The NZB Standardbred starts 11am today NZ time make sure you visit www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz to view the live sale. Duncan McPherson is selling Lot 195 today and I caught up him an hour out from the sale.

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale is on February 18th. Great to meet and find out a bit about Russel "Rusty" Nevill from Moa Creek. Be sure to check out the complete draft of yearlings available from Southern Bred Southern Reared. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale is on February 18th. Great to meet and find out a bit about Russel "Rusty" Nevill from Moa Creek. Be sure to check out the complete draft of yearlings available from Southern Bred Southern Reared. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale is on February 18th. Macca Lodge has 6 yearlings in tomorrow's sale, I caught up with Brent McIntyre to not only chat about yearling sales but also breeding numbers in New Zealand. Be sure to check out the complete draft of yearlings available from Southern Bred Southern Reared. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale is on February 18th. Debbie Smith from Shard Farm Standardbreds joined me on Monday ahead of tomorrow's yearling sale kicking off at 11am . Be sure to check out the complete draft of yearlings available from Southern Bred Southern Reared. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sale is on February 18th. I spoke with Katrina Price from Price Bloodstock about her four yearlings being offered at this year's sale. Be sure to check out the complete draft of yearlings available from Southern Bred Southern Reared. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred yearling sale February 18th Matty White from M White Racing is here inspecting yearlings and is looking to find his next good horse. Having secured one on the north island Matty is hopeful to get a couple more tomorrow. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred yearling sale February 18th "Three wise men " Cam Bray and Tim White joined me to chat about the sale starting 11am tomorrow plus we have a little bit of fun. White Stables www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred yearling sale is Tuesday 18th February. Tony Barron is selling five-yearlings in this year's sales, which will attract plenty of attention. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

David White has had a very busy week and it was great to catch up with him here at Christchurch. The NZB Standardbred sale is on Tuesday the 18th of February. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The team from Southern Bred Southern Reared is here at Christchurch for the NZB Standardbred Yearling sales on February 18th . David Kennedy joined me on Sunday two days out from the sale. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

It's always great to catch up with Barry Purdon to chat about everything: yearlings, trotters and even racehorses. Barry Purdon & Scott Phelan Racing Stables purchased a few at the Karaka sales and are looking to buy some more in Christchurch.

The NZB Standardbred yearling sale 15th February at Karaka Andrew Grierson from Woodlands Stud NZ joined me 30 minutes out from the start of today's sale. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred yearling sale 15th February at Karaka Nancy Takter is here inspecting yearlings and I caught up with her before today's sale. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred yearling sales February 15th at Karaka and Christchurch on the 18th. Nick Fleming is selling Lot 92 in tomorrow's sale and it was great to catch up. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred yearling sales February 15th at Karaka and Christchurch on the 18th. Woodlands Stud NZ is selling 24 yearlings at this year's sales and I caught up with Mark Hughes & Cam Grant to find out more about the draft of yearlings.

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sales will take place on 15th February in Karaka Highfields Bloodstock is presenting seven yearlings at this year's sale, and I spoke with Tina Barlow to learn more about her draft. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sales will take place on February 15th in Karaka and on February 18th in Christchurch. Philly Higgins - Drysdale yearling manager at Breckon Farms joined me to discuss the 2025 draft. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

The NZB Standardbred Yearling Sales will take place on February 15th in Karaka and on February 18th in Christchurch. It was great to sit down with Paul Kenny to discuss horses. Woodlands Stud NZ is selling 34 yearlings at this year's sales, and it was wonderful to learn more about Paul's passion for horses.

International breeder, racehorse owner, and even racetrack owner John Bootsman joined me at Cranbourne Harness Racing Club. It was great to catch up with John to find out his thoughts on Australian Harness Racing and his love of Australia. Harness Racing Victoria

Vendor's Choice for Southern Bred Southern Reared. Paul Hailes & Caine McIntyre from Macca Lodge join me to highlight some of the vendor's choices for the upcoming @nzbstandardbred February 18th sale in Christchurch.

Yabby Dam Farms Virtual Yearling Parade, with 9 yearlings in the NZB Standardbred February 15th and 18th sales. Pat Driscoll joined me to showcase his exciting draft selling on both islands in New Zealand. Contact Pat Driscoll +61 414 975 376 Haras des Trotteurs

Virtual Yearling Parade with Medowie Lodge. Darren Reay joined me to promote the five yearlings they are taking to the Sunshine Stars Nutrien Equine - Standardbred yearling sales on February 23rd at The Creek

Woodlands Winners " Yearling Preview' Woodlands Stud NZ is offering 34 yearlings in this year's NZB Standardbred on February 15th. Cam Grant & Mark Hughes joined me to showcase 5 yearlings in this year's draft. Visit www.woodlandsstud.co.nz or www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

I had a random conversation with David Miles. It was great to get an update on Rockinwithattitude (Lucy), who has experienced a minor setback, as well as to hear how the rest of the stable is doing. We also discussed various topics, ranging from sales to racetracks. Barastoc Horse

S & K Robertson Breeding will be presenting 13 yearlings at the Sydney March 9th sale. Mark Barton caught up with Scott on a warm day in Wagga Wagga. To view the catalogs www.nutrienstandardbred.com.au

The team from Mataranka Park Standardbreds is selling 7 yearlings at the March 9th Sydney sales. It was great to chat with Em and Jess Howe to find out what they love about sales. Visit www.nutrienstandarbred.com.au to view all the catalogues

Longevity and Durability of Southern Bred Southern Reared. Megan Reidie and Mark Smith join me to chat about the SBSR draft, and how they continue to produce horse that continue to race at the highest level over many years. The SBSR team have 52 yearlings in the February 18th NZB Standardbred sales in Christchurch. Visit www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Cam Bray joined me at the end of the Northern parade tour. A great couple of days looking at some fabulous stock and we look forward to the southern parades plus the sales on February 15th in Karaka and 18th in Christchurch. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Cam Grant from Woodlands Stud NZ joined me on day one of the NZB Standardbred parade tour. Woodlands has 35 yearlings in the 15th February sale at Karaka. Contact the team at www.woodlandsstud.co.nz or www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Ken Breckon from Breckon Farms joined me after the end of day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade tour. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz or www.breckonfarms.co.nz

Day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade Tour Phil Kennard has experienced amazing success with purchases from the NZB yearling sales. I caught up with Phil at the end of the two-day tour. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade tour. I caught up with Scott Phelan from Barry Purdon & Scott Phelan Racing Stables to chat about the parades and also the season they have had. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Harness Racing New Zealand CEO Brad Steele joined me at Breckon Farms. The NZB Standardbred yearling sales are on February 15th and 18th and Brad joined me to discuss the sales and the Next Gen incentive. contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

NIgel Fahey from Breckon Farms joined me after the farm's first yearling parade tour. The NZB Standardbred yearling sales are on February 15th at Karaka. www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz www.breckonfarms.co.nz

Day two at the NZB Standardbred parade tour. I caught up with Regan Todd at the new-look Breckon Farms. Todd Racing Limited has had a great year and is looking to purchase at the February 15 & 18 sales. contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade Tour. Great to catch up with Tom Bagrie and find out his thoughts on the parades. Tom and I also discuss the huge opportunity to purchase a trotting filly in the upcoming February 15th sale. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade Tour. Graeme Rogerson is offering 7 yearlings in the February 15th yearling sales and it's always entertaining to catch up with him. contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade Tour. Faine Mende from Tardina joined me after she paraded the farms 6 yearlings heading to the February 15th sale. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day two of the NZB Standardbred Parade Tour. I caught up with Benny Hill at Tardina, our first stop for day two. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day one of the NZB Standardbred Parade tour Logan Hollis has a small but exciting draft that includes three yearlings for Yabby Dam Farms Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day one of the NZB Standardbred Parade tour I caught up with Bob Butt at the draft for Hollis & Robertson Equine Services. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day one of the NZB Standardbred parade tour Jamie Bartlett from Alabar Farms NZ joined me after she and the team showcased 12 yearlings heading to this years February 15 sale. Contact the team at www.nzbstandarbred.co.nz

Day one of the NZB Standardbred parade tour. I caught up with Kentuckiana Lodge Cran Dalgety at the Alabar Farms parade. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day one of the NZB Standardbred northern tour. Ahead of the Woodlands Stud NZ parade, I caught up with Andrew Grierson. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz

Day one of the NZB Standardbred northern tour. Tim White from White Racing joined me after looking at the colts at the Woodlands Stud NZ draft. Contact the team at www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz for more info.

On the Road with Mark Barton - Nutrien Livestock & Equine. With the busiest sales season approaching for @Nutrien Equine - Standardbred and @Nutrien Equine - Performance, I caught up with Mark to learn more about the upcoming sales and his experiences. #NutrienEquine #HorseSales #Standardbred #Equestrian

Fiona Holtz joined me mid-arvo on Saturday at Berragoon ASH Stud. Fiona had two good scores in the open draft and ended up running second behind Morgan Webb. Great to find out a bit more about Fiona and also this fabulous weekend. Thanks to Barastoc Horse for making this trip possible.

The Battle of The Black Hats. An exciting battle between Travis Bandy and Will Durkin at the Campdraft Camp. The boys joined me to go through how the event worked and how much they enjoyed it. Congratulations Berragoon ASH Stud great idea. Thanks to Barastoc Horse for making this trip possible.

International guests attended the Berragoon ASH Stud weekend. Damien Harris, who plays polocrosse for the Zambian national team, joined me to learn more about the sport and share his impressions of this fantastic weekend. Thanks to Barastoc Horse for making these trips possible.

Matt Davidson has been involved with the Berragoon ASH Stud Polocross/Campdraft weekend since its inception. As the number 3 player for the Australian Polocross team, Matt provided valuable insights into the impressive growth of the event and he even won the incentive campdraft. A special thanks to Barastoc Horse for making these visits possible.

At the Berragoon ASH Stud Equine weekend, there are polocrosse, campdrafting, and horse sales; it has it all. Jimmy Grills joined me to highlight how the weekend works and how significant this event is becoming. Thanks to Barastoc Horse for making these trips possible.

What a couple of weeks Chris Svanosio and his team have had. Aldebaran Miley and Taylor Youl combined to win the Saddleworld Trot at Shepparton Harness Racing Club on Cup night.

Skyfall Benchmark has made it three wins on the bounce at Shepparton Harness Racing Club Cup night. Corey O'Donoghue joined me after the 6yo won stylishly.