Conversations with Racing and Horse people from all sides of the industries.
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!" www.nutrienstandardbred.com.au www.aldebaranpark.com
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
Over The Ditch with Mark Jones It was great catching up with Mark to discuss a wide range of topics, including the recent Young Guns Series, the current landscape of mare racing, 2yo competition, and much more. Mark shares his insightful thoughts on where the sport is heading and the opportunities ahead. Campbells Comments would like to thank Breckon Farms, Haras des Trotteurs, Woodlands Stud NZ NZB Standardbred Aldebaran Park
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.
I caught up with Pat Driscoll, who shared some exciting news for Haras des Trotteurs. As the deadline for payments for the HDT Trotters Classic approaches, there are seven weanlings set to make their way to the NZB Standardbred weanling sale on June 26. Plus, much more. Contact; Louise Toulmin M: 0428 792 834 louise@harasdestrotteurs.com.au Georgia Lowry M: 0405 267 299 Georgia@yabbydamracing.com
Over The Ditch 13/05/2025 Cam Bray joins me to discuss the last week in harness racing Over The Ditch. With the NZB Standardbred weanling sale just around the corner, visit www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz. Nathan Williamson also joins me after a magic weekend for the stable. Thanks to all my supporters Breckon Farms. Woodlands Stud NZ, Yabby Dam Farms, Aldebaran Park and NZB Standardbred
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
Woodlands Winners "45th Birthday" Another amazing week for the Woodlands Stud NZ sired stallions. Bet N Win took out the Group 1 Rowe Cup at Alexandra Park, plus Soap And Bubbles, Rakero Maximus, and Soho Americano all good winners.
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. www.woodlandsstud.co.nz
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.
Woodlands Winners "Miracle Mile Night" The boys are back and what a weekend to bring the show back for Woodlands Stud NZ Mark Hughes and Cam Grant joined me to highlight the winners from last week and also the great results in the Nutrien Equine - Standardbred sales. Visit www.woodlandsstud.co.nz
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
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