The only stat you need to know about NZ-breds is that they make up 8% of the racing population in Australia and yet win 21% of our Group 1 races.
It’s no doubt at the forefront of buyers’ minds when every NZB Karaka Sale rolls around.
A strong opening session at Karaka 2025 was tempered by some excellent buying opportunities in the subsequent days which allowed Proven Thoroughbreds to leave NZ with 7 yearlings for an aggregate spend of NZ$831,000 (approximately AU$750,000).
Joe Pride will put the polish on four of the youngsters while the remaining three are bound for the Kerry Parker stable.
Despite NZ being predominantly known for its stayers, we were able to acquire a healthy mix of sprinters, milers and stayers.
Note all share prices include flight and importation to Australia, insurance, veterinary costs and all regulatory fees.
A comprehensive summary of our 7 purchases (photos, videos, key factors, sales notes, quotes & pedigree) can be viewed on each horse’s individual page (click the MORE INFO button).
Lot 301 ACE HIGH x SKYWARDS colt (Joe Pride)
MORE INFO2.5% share = $5050 inc GST
3.5% share = $7070 inc GST
5% share = $10,100 inc GST
Lot 302 ALMANZOR x SLEEPING BEAUTY colt (Joe Pride) **POPULAR**
MORE INFO2.5% share = $2850 inc GST
3.5% share = $3990 inc GST
5% share = $5700 inc GST
Lot 424 ARMORY x ZUMA colt (Kerry Parker)
MORE INFO2.5% share = $3375 inc GST
3.5% share = $4725 inc GST
5% share = $6750 inc GST
Lot 459 RUSSIAN REVOLUTION x ASSERTIVE NATURE filly (Kerry Parker)
MORE INFO2.5% share = $3950 inc GST
3.5% share = $5530 inc GST
5% share = $7900 inc GST
Lot 521 TOO DARN HOT x CHESAPEAKE (Joe Pride) **POPULAR**
MORE INFO2.5% share = $4750 inc GST
3.5% share = $6650 inc GST
5% share = $9500 inc GST
Lot 593 ALL TOO HARD x EXOTIC ENTERPRISE colt (Joe Pride)
MORE INFO2.5% share = $6125 inc GST
3.5% share = $8575 inc GST
5% share = $12,250 inc GST
Lot 1076 TARZINO x HECTOPASCAL filly (Kerry Parker)
MORE INFO5% share = $2400 inc GST
10% share = $4800 inc GST
Please get in touch with Jamie Walter (0418 281 447) or Tom Walter (0425 254 533) if you would like to discuss any of the above horses. Alternatively you can send us an email via info@proventhoroughbreds.com.au.