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Interviews and conversations with horsemen and women are featured weekly. Harness racing in Australia and New Zealand is covered, and international guests are included. These interviews are generally conducted in the field, where anything can happen.
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Australian Handicapping Rule Changes 2026
Tonight I'm joined by Harness Racing Australia’s Head of Racing & Strategy Toby McKinnon to outline and discuss the new rules the will come into effect January 1, 2026
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
In preparation for the NZ Standardbred Breeders' Assn breeding seminars, I had the chance to connect with Brad Reid. These seminars will take place over three days at three different venues, and we aim to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to attend and breed their next winner.
Harness Racing New Zealand
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
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