National Thoroughbred Week, the newly launched industry initiative designed to bring the public closer to the thoroughbred and our sport, is excited to confirm a truly trans-Tasman exposure, with hosts confirmed across all Australian and New Zealand regions.
The 5-day event, scheduled for 20-24 November, will see racing stables, stud farms, and aftercare facilities open their doors, giving the public a firsthand look at the daily care, dedication, and passion behind Thoroughbred racing.
Public registrations to attend these events will open on Monday, 13 October.
The initiative aligns with Together for Racing International (TfRI), a movement designed to share best practices across racing nations to promote equine welfare, community engagement, and sustainable industry growth. It also follows the footsteps of National Racehorse Week (UK), which has made significant strides in how the industry engages with the public.
How to get involved
Opportunities to be involved and support the not-for-profit NTW to deliver a foundational blueprint for the annual event still exist. Visit www.thoroughbredweek.com.au or contact hello@thoroughbredweek.com.au
A sample of Hosts and Supporters across both countries include:
New Zealand
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing
Cambridge Stud
Haunui Farm
Rich Hill Stud
Matamata Racing Club
Byerley Park
Club Med Lodge
Elsdon Park
Rick Gold
South Australia
Racing SA
Gawler & Barossa Jockey Club
Morphettville Race Club
Victoria
Racing Victoria
Rosemont Stud
Melbourne Racing Club / MRC Foundation
Avenel Veterinary Clinic
Ciaron Maher Racing (NSW & VIC)
Swettenham Stud
Yulong Stud
Living Legends
Equine Pathways Australia
New South Wales
Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott Racing
Silverdale Farm
Bhima Thoroughbreds
Coolmore Australia
North Bloodstock
Racing Australia Equine Genetics Research Centre
Scone Equine Hospital
Kia Ora Stud
Arrowfield Stud
Cressfield
HammondCare Strathearn House
Austin Racing
Newgate Farm
Godolphin
Gooree Park
Manning Valley Race Club
Queensland
Racing Queensland
Ipswich Turf Club
Racing Hearts
Sunshine Coast Turf Club
The Industry School
Brisbane Racing Club (Eagle Farm)
Northern Territory
Racing NT
NT Institute of Equestrian Sport
Western Australia
Racing and Wagering Western Australia
Perth Racing
Julie Clements Racing
Tasmania
Armidale Stud