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2023 National Yearling Sale | Dave Kennedy

Dave Kennedy of Beaudiene Breeding sold 100% of his 2023 National Yearling Sale draft in Christchurch this year. The Southern-based vendor was thrilled by his results, with all yearlings heading to great homes.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Peter Lagan

Agent Peter Lagan secured the highest priced yearling on behalf of West Australian buyer Jim Giumelli. Lagan purchased Lot 364, a colt by Bettor’s Delight out of Group Two-winning mare Safedra (NZ) (Mach Three) for $230,000, offered by Laura Smith.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Thomas Patterson

Thomas Patterson, part owner of Lot 301, was thrilled with the sale of his colt by freshman sire Captain Crunch out of Kensington Kate. This lot was purchased for $125,000 by Cran Dalgety of Kentuckiana Lodge.

2023 National Standardbred Sale | Peter Lagan

Agent Peter Lagan purchased Lot 240, a filly by Bettor’s Delight out of Christian Dreamer on behalf of Jim Giumelli. The stunning yearling was secured for $190,000 from Shard Farm’s draft.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Regan Todd

Young gun trainer Regan Todd discussed the purchase of Lot 247, a colt Better’s Delight out of Cullens Bet. The yearling was purchased by Phill and Glenys Kennard for $100,000 from Barron Bloodstock’s draft.

2023 National Yearling Sale | John Stiven

Vendor John Stiven of Arden Lodge was thrilled with the sale of Lot 212, a Captaintreacherous colt out of Arden’s Choice. The yearling was purchased by Stonewall Stud for $140,000.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Scott Phelan

Trainer Scott Phelan purchased Lot 200 for $160,000 on behalf of Dean Shannon’s Montana Park. The Art Major colt out of Agree With Me was offered by Spreydon Lodge.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Tony Herlihy

Auckland-based trainer Tony Herlihy purchased the second highest-priced trotter, securing Lot 179, a colt by second season sire Tactical Landing out of San Diego Love (NZ) (Love You) for $100,000.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Todd Anderson

Todd Anderson of Taffy Ltd offered two stunning trotting yearlings on Day One of NZB Standardbred’s Christchurch Sale. Consigned by Laura Smith, the Muscle Hill filly sold for $130,000, while the Tactical Landing colt sold for $100,000.

2023 National Standardbred Yearling Sale | Steve Dolan

Steve Dolan purchased Lot 145, a colt by Creatine out of Duchess Diedre for $52,500. The trainer was pleased to secure the trotting colt from G. M. Murray’s draft.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Dave Branch

Dave Branch, CEO of Cambridge Raceway is onsite at Karaka during our 2023 National Yearling Sale. Branch is here to promote the Grins Night of Champions, featuring New Zealand's only $1 million dollar Harness slot race.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Kyle Mills

International Cricketing star Kyle Mills is the owner of Lot 35, a colt by Art Major out of Group Two-winning dam Cyclone Kate. Offered under Hollis & Robertson Equine Services’ draft, the lot was purchased by Mr FD Cooney as agent for $70,000.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Steve Telfer

Stonewall Stud secured Lot 63 for $270,000, a Captainteacherous colt out of Elle Mac (NZ) offered by Breckon Farms. Let's hear what Steve Telfer had to say about the purchase.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Paul Kenny

Another highlight for Breckon Farms occurred after Paul Kenny secured Lot 74 from their draft, a Captaintreacherous filly out of Goodlookinggirl for $300,000.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Phill Kennard

After a fierce bidding war, Phill Kennard secured Lot 70, a Bettor’s Delight colt out of Gladamare for $140,000 from Breckon Farms.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Graeme Henley

Alabar Farms have sold 100% of their draft so far at NZB Standardbred’s 2023 National Yearling Sale in Auckland, including a highlight sale of $120,000. All Stars Racing Stables secured Lot 46, an Art Major colt out of Flying Mrs Williams.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Cran Dalgety

NZB Standardbred has been a happy hunting ground for leading New Zealand trainer Cran Dalgety of Kentuckiana Lodge, who has secured the likes of multiple Group winners Krug (NZ) and Republican Party (NZ) from our National Yearling Sale.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Dean Shannon

Back-to-back Harness Million Series victories for Dean Shannon means the Australian buyer will be back in full force at NZB Standardbred’s 2023 National Yearling Sale.

2023 National Yearling Sale | Mike Kneebone

NZB Head Auctioneer Mike Kneebone has travelled across the Tasman to auction another standout offering of yearlings at Karaka and Canterbury Agricultural Park.

2023 Harness Million | Frank Endacott

Two-time Harness Million Series winner Frank Endacott was over the moon after his talented filly Millwood Nike (NZ) secured her ninth consecutive victory in the $150,000 Harness Million Listed 3YO Fillies Pace (2200m).

Box Seat – 2023 National Yearling Sale Edition

2023 STB Yearling Sale - Woodland Stud Interview

With our 2023 National Yearling Sale just under a month away, we chatted with Andrew Grierson of Woodlands Stud as they head into their final month of sale preparation. With progeny by proven sires Bettor’s Delight and Sweet Lou, to emerging prospect Downbytheseaside, there is something in their draft for everyone.

2023 STB Yearling Sale | Graeme Henley Interview

NZB Standardbred’s Cam Bray caught up with Graeme Henley of Alabar Stud, who is excited for the upcoming 2023 National Standardbred Yearling Sale with their freshman sire Captain Crunch set to debut his first crop!