Te Rapa Racing

22/06/2026

WTR's final raceday at Te Rapa for the 2025/26 season is fast approaching! 🏇

Make sure Saturday 4 July is locked in the diary. If you're looking to add a little something to your winter racing experience, our ticketed hospitality package is available for just $70pp.

Join us for a great afternoon of winter racing - you know you want to!

🎟 https://waikatoracing.co.nz/members-raceday26

14/06/2026

Racing for a cause. 💙

Join us at Cambridge on Wednesday, 17 June for the annual Cambridge RDA Raceday. Enjoy a great day of racing while helping support the life-changing work of Cambridge Riding for the Disabled.

A gold coin donation on entry is encouraged, with all funds raised supporting this fantastic local charity.

See you there!

Details here: https://waikatoracing.co.nz/cambridge-rda-raceday-0

12/06/2026

We’re gearing up for a huge Saturday with Signature Homes Jumps Day taking place here at Te Rapa.

First race kicks off at 11.10am and if you’re looking for the inside track on who could take top billing, check out Butch’s tips for the day👇

Good luck and go well!

Race 6 No 1 West Coast
Race 7 No 7 Heza Sharp One
Race 9 No 6 Bonnard

12/06/2026

We're gearing up for a huge Saturday with Signature Homes Jumps Day taking place here at Te Rapa.

First race kicks off at 11.10am and if you're looking for the inside track on who could take top billing, check out Butch's tips for the day👇

Good luck and go well!

Race 6 No 1 West Coast
Race 7 No 7 Heza Sharp One
Race 9 No 6 Bonnard

04/06/2026

The countdown is on for Signature Homes Jumps Day next Saturday (13 June)...

Jumps racing is taking centre stage here at Te Rapa with the day showcasing the nation's top steeplechasers and hurdlers in action, including the prestigious $75,000 Signature Homes Waikato Steeplechase and the Fairview Motors Waikato Hurdle.

With jumps racing comes the crisp weather so we've got a perfect hospitality option to beat the winter chill for you as well ❄️. Join us in the Lodge Lounge and enjoy a buffet lunch, afternoon tea, beverages, and panoramic views for $175 per person.

Our recommendation? Dress warmly, bring your enthusiasm, and witness the best of New Zealand's jumping talent at Te Rapa!

More info: https://waikatoracing.co.nz/signature-homes-jumps-day26

03/06/2026

A stunning piece of artwork and supporting a good cause? Yes please!

The racing industry is being encouraged to get behind a one of a kind Phar Lap sculpture being auctioned to support the vital work of the Rural Support Trust.

The striking piece, handcrafted entirely from horseshoes by acclaimed New Zealand blacksmith artist Jamie Thomas of JT Sculptures, will be auctioned as part of the 2026 Rural Industry Leaders fundraising dinner, debate and auction on the opening night of Fieldays.

The sculpture pays tribute to one of the most legendary racehorses in Australasian history. Standing 2.6 metres tall and weighing 300 kilograms, the Phar Lap sculpture took Thomas roughly three months to create and features a zinc hot dip finish designed to last more than 170 years.

Read more below 👇

The racing industry is being encouraged to get behind a one of a kind Phar Lap sculpture being auctioned to support the vital work of the Rural Support Trust.

28/05/2026

Ears pricked because we've got another raceday lined up within the week!

Fleet Image Raceday is TOMORROW (Sat 30 May), admission is free and we'd love to see you oncourse.

Autumn racedays = good horses, good company and a great way to enjoy some weekend sport.

Can't make it? Tickets are on sale now to both Signature Homes Waikato Jumps Day (13 June) and Members' Raceday (4 July) so pop another day in the diary asap.

https://waikatoracing.co.nz/events

26/05/2026

NEWS | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing today announced that Chief Executive Andrew ‘Butch’ Castles will retire from his role for health reasons after a six-year tenure, with his final day with the Club to be 30 June 2026.

Castles departs following a distinguished career spanning more than 30 years in the New Zealand thoroughbred industry, where he has become one of racing’s most recognisable and respected figures.

📖 Read more below

Waikato Thoroughbred Racing (WTR) today announced that Chief Executive Andrew ‘Butch’ Castles will retire from his role for health reasons after a six-year tenure, with his final day with the Club to be 30 June 2026.

26/05/2026

We can't wait to welcome him oncourse!

Quality jumper Leaderboard (Street Cry) is set to return to New Zealand where he will have his career swansong in the Signature Homes Waikato Steeplechase (3900m) at Te Rapa on June 13. The rising 12-year-old has been a standout over fences in Australia over the last couple of seasons for

20/05/2026

The autumn weather just keeps on giving, and we plan to make the most of it this weekend with Marist Rugby Raceday (Sunday 24 May).

With an eight-race card, stunning weather forecast and plenty of space to settle in trackside, it’s the perfect way to see out your Sunday in fine fashion.

Details here: waikatoracing.co.nz/marist-rugby-raceday-1