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Meeting: ANNUAL JANUARY MEETING (Day 1)
Last updated 08/01/2025 at 12:13 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

DESIGN ART / BMTT PACE

$12,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2400m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 1: DESIGN ART / BMTT PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Copenhagen GirlCopenhagen Girl1FtJohn DunnBred from one of the great NZ families. Good after error 03 Jan trials. EW.
2Seaside Pond37329Seaside Pond2FtJonny CoxDid it tough at Roxburgh but previous form a better guide. Worth considering.
3Floozy Suzy089Floozy Suzy3FtSam Thornley(J)Solo runner 05 Jan trials since mid-race error at Reefton. Hard to recommend.
4Miracle MemphisMiracle Memphis4FtWilson House(J)Productive family but battling efforts in most public outings. Market watch.
5Racingmissgracie50X352Racingmissgracie5FtBlair OrangeKeeps finding one or two better but good at times on the Coast. Place best.
6Adelphi Storm95Adelphi Storm6FtTim WilliamsWorked to good spot on day 2 at Westport but battled after. Want right odds.
7Stunna070723Stunna7FtPeter DavisLost no fans with her last two runs on the Coast. Draw no worries. Consider.
Best Bets: Copenhagen Girl (1),   Seaside Pond (2),   Stunna (7),   Racingmissgracie (5)
Star Trialist: Floozy Suzy - 1st of 1, Nelson OTB, 05/01/25, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-23.3, 800m: 70.0, 400m: 36.2
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

TURF HOTEL MOBILE PACE

$12,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2400m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 2: TURF HOTEL MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Beside Me6XBeside Me1FtCarter Dalgety(J)Well backed last autumn. Asked for little 03 Jan trials. A major player from #1.
2Mandala67437XMandala2FtTim WilliamsMore good than bad in middle of last year. Sound 03 Jan trials. Has claims.
3American BlazeAmerican Blaze3FtWilson House(J)Shot through for 03 Jan trial win after 3rd in 05 Dec qualifier. Not the worst.
4Light Me Up02409XLight Me Up4FtBlair OrangeHeld them off 03 Jan trials in second outing since autumn campaigns. Smokey.
5Misty BlueX88243Misty Blue5FtSheree TomlinsonRefused to give it away in last three outings. Drawn outside key rivals. Combos.
6Miki Skipper7XMiki Skipper6FtJohn DunnUnwound best to beat #1 & #2 at 03 Jan trials. Should be running on late.
7Dover Terrace00X670Dover Terrace7FtKorbyn Newman(J)Well beaten at Rangiora & there are some handy 3YOs here. Not for us.
Best Bets: Beside Me (1),   Miki Skipper (6),   Mandala (2),   American Blaze (3)
Star Trialist: American Blaze - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 03/01/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-34.2, 800m: 60.5, 400m: 29.7, Margins: 1 1/4len, 2 1/4len, 2 len.
Gear Changes: Light Me Up (4): SL-Off, Miki Skipper (6): BL-Off, P-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

TOWN & COUNTRY VETS HANDICAP TROT

$12,500, NON-WINNERS & R35 SPECIAL, 2400m

Front: Trotters with no wins for lifetime. Also R35.

Participants for Race 3: TOWN & COUNTRY VETS HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Lover Boy096Lover Boy1FtSeth Hill(J)Struggled on the Coast & inside draw may not suit either. Big lift required.
2Billy Kimber08Billy Kimber2FtSam Thornley(J)Ability at the trials but hasn't brought it to raceday yet. One more chance.
3Rosary8Rosary3FtSheree TomlinsonTardy getaway when well support on debut. Looks to have upside. Each way.
4Call Dudley433Call Dudley4FtBob ButtGood recovery at Reefton & Coast trip should have brought him on. Consider.
5Nellie Doyle0432Nellie Doyle5FtBlair OrangeTrial winner since showing zip in recent grass outings. Should have admirers.
6VolstoneVolstone6FtJohn DunnClosely related to nice types. Ran on late when qualifying 03 Jan. Has claims.
7Playoffs000808PlayoffsU1FtChris McDowellManners poor recently, despite gaining support. Looking to others for now.
8Natives Blazin SonX08730Natives Blazin SonU2FtSamantha OttleyNot a factor after being slow away 29 Dec. Needs to step to be a hope.
9Reindeer Trouble079X89Reindeer Trouble130Trevor WalshSole runner off 30m but was held after leading early at Westport. Tough ask.
Best Bets: Call Dudley (4),   Volstone (6),   Rosary (3),   Nellie Doyle (5)
Star Trialist: Volstone - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 05/03/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-44.0, 800m: 64.3, 400m: 30.3, Margins: 3/4len, 9 len.
Gear Changes: Playoffs (7): RD-Off, FD-On, Rosary (3): NW-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

PALMS MOTEL MOBILE PACE

$12,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2400m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 4: PALMS MOTEL MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Shannon B900X37Shannon B1FtWilson House(J)Stable change after contrasting runs in two runs back. Place hope from #1.
2Art's Mischief0Art's Mischief2FtSamantha Ottley2nd in sole trial since being well beaten on debut 24 Nov. 2nd day preferred.
3Captain CoolCaptain Cool3FtKorbyn Newman(J)Won his qualifying trial & just caught in sole trial since. Sure to be a factor.
4Pushtheskyaway6Pushtheskyaway4FtRobbie CloseJust a run when debuting at Rangiora. Should settle near enough. Combos.
5Lasa203Lasa5FtBlair OrangeJust grabbed at Motukarara after mid race move. Should go on with it. EW.
6Major Moneymaker090463Major Moneymaker6FtKyle CameronBest run in his 9-start career with Reefton 3rd. Stronger bunch here. First4s.
7Itsallaboutthemoney00864Itsallaboutthemoney7FtJonny CoxRattled home late at Ashburton. Blair takes the drive. Look for her running on.
8Carrera Bandido03Carrera Bandido8FtCarter Dalgety(J)Strong 3rd at Ashburton after struggling on debut. Should keep improving.
Best Bets: Captain Cool (3),   Lasa (5),   Itsallaboutthemoney (7),   Carrera Bandido (8)
Star Trialist: Captain Cool - 1st of 8, NZ Metro, 18/12/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-32.2, 800m: 58.1, 400m: 29.1, Margins: 4 1/2len, 2 1/4len, 1 3/4len.
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

CLUB WAIMEA PACE

$13,500, R35 TO R50, 2400m

For R35 to R50 pacers.

Participants for Race 5: CLUB WAIMEA PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1He's A Bay87X805He's A Bay1FtSam Thornley(J)Had his chance from soft run at Reefton. First go here. Needs to lift.
2Just Holla0X0720Just Holla2FtBlair OrangeCovered too much ground at Westport 28 Dec. Much better draw here. Threat.
3Moonlite Blood500273Moonlite Blood3FtRobbie CloseOut late at Motukarara but was good after. Likes the all-weather. Not the worst.
4Sultan Of Swing15780PSultan Of Swing4FtJonny Cox4th of 4 in sole trial since stable change after Westport failure. Taking notes.
5Country Gold151770Country Gold5FtJohn DunnReliable type who has placed here before. Quiet 10th at Motukarara. Multiples.
6Santanna Mach681020Santanna Mach6FtWilson House(J)First look here after 214 career starts. Bold 2nd in amateurs 02 Jan. Place.
7Style Council456354Style Council7FtKyle CameronLooking to improvce course stats. Tried hard on Coast circuit. Combos must.
8Bondi Lustre422182Bondi Lustre8FtTim WilliamsGritty 2nd at Addington & is generally safely away. Will have supporters here.
Best Bets: Just Holla (2),   Bondi Lustre (8),   Moonlite Blood (3),   Santanna Mach (6)
Best Mile Rates: Just Holla (2-02.6)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Gear Changes: Sultan Of Swing (4): RD-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

DUNSTAN HORSEFEEDS MOBILE PACE

$12,500, R35 TO R39, 2400m

For R35 to R39 pacers.

Participants for Race 6: DUNSTAN HORSEFEEDS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1KawactusX90710Kawactus1FtBlair OrangeForgettable 29 Dec visit after winning at Addington prior. First4 fringes.
2Bono Brown909007Bono Brown2FtSamantha OttleyNo luck at Rangiora but recent form hasn't caught the eye. Seeking improvement.
3Hope For Love856P06Hope For Love3FtSheree TomlinsonPlaced here before & was brave after doing it tough at Orari. Could surprise.
4Melando Chief7X9406Melando Chief4FtTrevor WalshWon here 2 years ago. 1L 2nd to progressive type 05 Jan trials. Upset claims.
5Hi Hopes052521Hi Hopes5FtSeth Hill(J)Won for fun at Reefton after threatening at Westport. Minor step up. Each way.
6Lets Get Tropical08X298Lets Get Tropical6FtSam Thornley(J)Dragged back at Reefton so forgive. Mixed runs at Westport. Multiples.
7Buddy Reign0X0000Buddy Reign7FtKyle CameronClose behind #4 at 05 Jan trials. Battling efforts prior though. Look to others.
8Social DistancingX00728Social Distancing8FtRobbie CloseYet to miss a placing in 2 starts here. Not all favours at Rangiora. In the mix.
9Sophia Bromac515264Sophia BromacU1FtJohn DunnAlways runs on, and meets the smallest field for her in a while. A key threat.
Best Bets: Hi Hopes (5),   Sophia Bromac (9),   Social Distancing (8),   Hope For Love (3)
Best Mile Rates: Hope For Love (2-08.0)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

TYRE GENERAL TROT

$13,000, R38 TO R46, WITH COND., 2400m

For R38 to R46 trotters. Also horses with 1 win for lifetime.

Participants for Race 7: TYRE GENERAL TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Brian Beatt949545Brian Beatt1FtMia Holbrough(J)Brings honest recent form to this. Better win stats on grass. First4 fringes.
2Our Pegasus Pearl820009Our Pegasus Pearl2FtDon MorrisonHalf a length away in sole trial since struggling on the Coast. Needs to improve
3Bella Lindenny0X5505Bella Lindenny3FtBlair OrangeLargely solid efforts since resuming. Creeps up in grade from 29 Dec. Place.
4Bullit Train847251Bullit Train4FtSamantha OttleyShot through after ideal run at Roxburgh. No harder here. Right in this.
5Here Comes Jane009674Here Comes Jane5FtRobbie CloseFirst look here after putting in mixed efforts on the Coast. Upset with manners.
6The River Boy548287The River Boy6FtSam Thornley(J)Tried hard at Motukarara after settling midfield. Could slide under the radar.
7Night Life410Night Life7FtBob ButtBroke badly in sole trial since struggling at Motukarara. Take on trust here.
8Zsazsa Binx734027Zsazsa Binx8FtSheree TomlinsonDon't overplay Ashburton 7th. Useful 2nd at odds at Rangiora. Multiples hope.
9Knowing MeP175D2Knowing Me9FtPeter DavisFew tricks to her, but was great at Reefton inbetween errors. Will have fans.
10Popnrock731X65Popnrock10FtWilson House(J)Fitness improved in two runs on the Coast. Early position is key. Combos spice.
11Opawa Peak095551Opawa Peak11FtKyle CameronGreat run helped him score at Reefton. Not a big jump in grade. Place.
12Aldebaran Crystal9364X0Aldebaran CrystalU1FtJohn DunnWell beaten in strong 03 Jan trial. Errors at Motukarara. Upset claims.
13Randel Huston P35091XRandel Huston PU2FtKimberly ButtWinner here 2 years ago. Won a workout 08 Dec. Danger with his best form.
Best Bets: Bullit Train (4),   Randel Huston P (13),   The River Boy (6),   Knowing Me (9)
Best Mile Rates: Knowing Me (2-04.9),   Randel Huston P (2-05.4),   Bullit Train (2-05.7)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Gear Changes: Bella Lindenny (3): SL-Off, BL-On, Popnrock (10): P-On, Randel Huston P (13): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

HOANI JACK CUP MOBILE PACE

$13,500, R46 TO R57, 2400m

For R46 to R57 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating using the track grid.

Participants for Race 8: HOANI JACK CUP MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1AmalfiX21159Amalfi1FtSamantha OttleySlightly off the boil since consecutive wins. Options from the ace. Combos.
2What A Minx980021What A Minx2FtBlair OrangeStrong start to 2025 with Central Districts grass runs. Place prospect from #2.
3Stanley's Rule80X223Stanley's Rule3FtBob ButtCan't knock his runs since he's returned. Slots into this well enough. Trifectas
4Dave Duley351060Dave Duley4FtJohn DunnTook on nice types at Addington in late 2024. 03 Jan trial winner. Keep safe.
5Sky Rocket086821Sky Rocket5FtRobbie CloseGritty win from 2nd row 29 Dec. Front row gives option to lead. Each way.
6Clonakilty11X198Clonakilty6FtKimberly ButtWill relish mobile start after botching Reefton start. Sure to be a bright hope.
7Always B You1631X3Always B You7FtTim WilliamsLost no admirers after tough run fresh at Rangiora. Wide draw but worth a look.
Best Bets: Clonakilty (6),   Dave Duley (4),   Always B You (7),   Sky Rocket (5)
Best Mile Rates: Always B You (1-57.0),   What A Minx (1-58.5),   Dave Duley (1-59.9)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Star Trialist: Dave Duley - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 03/01/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-36.7, 800m: 60.5, 400m: 29.6, Margins: 1/2 head, 3 1/2len, 1/2len.
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

NELSON PINE INDUSTRIES NELSON CUP (HANDICAP PACE)

$25,000, R55 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 3000m

For R55 & faster pacers. This race is included in the COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP.

Participants for Race 9: NELSON PINE INDUSTRIES NELSON CUP (HANDICAP PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Sideshow Bruce1211Sideshow Bruce1FtBlair OrangeMade a big impression in December. Has a big motor. Combos off the front.
2Xlendi920262Xlendi2FtBob ButtLoomed in Westport Cup but bested late. Moves to front row. Place claims.
3Boudica909805Boudica3FtSam Thornley(J)Fair at Reefton after quiet run on soft track. Talented types here. Odds.
4Vessem116824Vessem120  
5Bryce's Meddle105511Bryce's Meddle130Korbyn Newman(J)Shrugged off handicaps to win at Orari & Rangiora. Back another 10m. Place.
6Built For Glory16X301Built For Glory230Tim WilliamsVery impressive 3YO win at Gore. Stand start debut but not out of this either.
7Who's Delight1X757XWho's DelightU130John DunnStepped well 03 Jan trials as he seeks better stand start record. In the mix.
8Rakero Rocket031117Rakero RocketU230Gavin SmithCarefully away 03 Jan trials since Invercargill Cup error. Threat with manners.
Best Bets: Rakero Rocket (8),   Built For Glory (6),   Xlendi (2)
Best Mile Rates: Bryce's Meddle (2-03.1)     [races greater or equal 2800m]
Star Trialist: Sideshow Bruce - 1st of 4, Nelson OTB, 05/01/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-18.2, 800m: 60.2, 400m: 29.6, Margins: 1 len, neck, 1/2 neck.
Gear Changes: Rakero Rocket (8): SL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

JACKS BEHRNS / JOE HILL TRIBUTE HANDICAP TROT

$15,000, R47 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2400m

For R47 & faster trotters. This race is part of the Seddon Districts Bob Rochford Memorial Trotting Series.

Participants for Race 10: JACKS BEHRNS / JOE HILL TRIBUTE HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1The Present MakerP10X80The Present Maker1FtWilson House(J)Errors in both starts back when backed. Stepped away 03 Jan trials. Trifectas.
2Judy J461570Judy J2FtSheree TomlinsonStruggled in top 3YO grade in November. Handles a stand start. Blowout.
3What The Bell100091What The Bell3FtSamantha OttleyInto sharp grade after showing his best side at Motukarara. Tested here. First4s
4Special Effects914700Special Effects4FtKorbyn Newman(J)Enigmatic but chased well 03 Jan trials since Cup Day run. Rough claims.
5Grettymac1P4539GrettymacU1FtKimberly ButtUp in grade after getting run down at Motukarara. May find this a bit rich.
6Brother Love106890Brother LoveU2FtGavin SmithSwallowed up after leading in lower grade 29 Nov. Can land handy. First4s.
7Ready Set Jet0X8153Ready Set JetU3FtBob ButtThrashed rivals in 03 Jan trial. Talented & won here last year. Can feature.
8Regal Sierra971273Regal Sierra110John DunnManners a query but no doubting the motor. Danger with his best game.
9El Conqueror057225El Conqueror210Blair OrangePlenty of miles under the belt with solid Coast outings. Place prospect.
10Tu Tangata341436Tu Tangata120Paul NairnThree mistakes at Reefton but track was tough by then. Should be running on.
11Helloveamoment0P6781Helloveamoment220Sam Thornley(J)Powerful win at Rangiora. Drops back another 10m but worth considering.
Best Bets: Ready Set Jet (7),   Regal Sierra (8),   Tu Tangata (10),   Helloveamoment (11)
Best Mile Rates: Regal Sierra (2-04.3),   The Present Maker (2-04.6),   Tu Tangata (2-05.2)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Star Trialist: Ready Set Jet - 1st of 8, N Cnty TOA, 03/01/25, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-32.8, 800m: 59.7, 400m: 29.7, Margins: 12 1/4len, 4 1/4len, 16 len.
Gear Changes: Ready Set Jet (7): BL-On, Tu Tangata (10): RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 11
Race Time:

MORE FM MOBILE PACE

$13,000, R40 TO R45, WITH COND., 2400m

For R40 to R45 pacers. Also horses with 1 win for lifetime.

Participants for Race 11: MORE FM MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1The Mantis956841The Mantis1FtSam Thornley(J)Popular win at Reefton. Always looked capable. Place hope in new grade.
2Bryson Dechambeau0X5646Bryson Dechambeau2FtCarter Dalgety(J)Not all favours at Motukarara & good draw upgrade here. Each way claims.
3Captain Kobe50X844Captain Kobe3Ft  
4Millwood Goddess785193Millwood Goddess4FtSeth Hill(J)Hauled in after leading late at Reefton. Scored on Boxing Day. Top3/4 best.
5Melody Banner802602Melody Banner5FtTim WilliamsBrave 2nd to Molly Belwin at Winton & that franks well. Right in the fight here.
6Carrera Kahu050861Carrera Kahu6FtKyle CameronRattled home for Reefton win after form building prior. Rough claims here.
7Sarasota Sunset19X667Sarasota Sunset7FtTrevor WalshTried hard on both days at Westport. 0-from-2 here though. Want right odds.
8Follow Your Dream649807Follow Your Dream8FtBlair Orange2nd to Dave Duley 03 Jan trials. Has tackled strong fields prior. In the mix.
9Radha15XRadha9FtJohn DunnImpressive in brief autumn campaign. Ran on late 03 Jan trials. A key contender.
Best Bets: Melody Banner (5),   Radha (9),   Bryson Dechambeau (2),   Follow Your Dream (8)
Runner Index
 
Adelphi Storm -  Race 1
Aldebaran Crystal -  Race 7
Always B You -  Race 8
Amalfi -  Race 8
American Blaze -  Race 2
Art's Mischief -  Race 4
Bella Lindenny -  Race 7
Beside Me -  Race 2
Billy Kimber -  Race 3
Bondi Lustre -  Race 5
Bono Brown -  Race 6
Boudica -  Race 9
Brian Beatt -  Race 7
Brother Love -  Race 10
Bryce's Meddle -  Race 9
Bryson Dechambeau -  Race 11
Buddy Reign -  Race 6
Built For Glory -  Race 9
Bullit Train -  Race 7
Call Dudley -  Race 3
Captain Cool -  Race 4
Captain Kobe -  Race 11
Carrera Bandido -  Race 4
Carrera Kahu -  Race 11
Clonakilty -  Race 8
Copenhagen Girl -  Race 1
Country Gold -  Race 5
Dave Duley -  Race 8
Dover Terrace -  Race 2
El Conqueror -  Race 10
Floozy Suzy -  Race 1
Follow Your Dream -  Race 11
Grettymac -  Race 10
Helloveamoment -  Race 10
Here Comes Jane -  Race 7
He's A Bay -  Race 5
Hi Hopes -  Race 6
Hope For Love -  Race 6
Itsallaboutthemoney -  Race 4
Judy J -  Race 10
Just Holla -  Race 5
Kawactus -  Race 6
Knowing Me -  Race 7
Lasa -  Race 4
Lets Get Tropical -  Race 6
Light Me Up -  Race 2
Lover Boy -  Race 3
Major Moneymaker -  Race 4
Mandala -  Race 2
Melando Chief -  Race 6
Melody Banner -  Race 11
Miki Skipper -  Race 2
Millwood Goddess -  Race 11
Miracle Memphis -  Race 1
Misty Blue -  Race 2
Moonlite Blood -  Race 5
Natives Blazin Son -  Race 3
Nellie Doyle -  Race 3
Night Life -  Race 7
Opawa Peak -  Race 7
Our Pegasus Pearl -  Race 7
Playoffs -  Race 3
Popnrock -  Race 7
Pushtheskyaway -  Race 4
Racingmissgracie -  Race 1
Radha -  Race 11
Rakero Rocket -  Race 9
Randel Huston P -  Race 7
Ready Set Jet -  Race 10
Regal Sierra -  Race 10
Reindeer Trouble -  Race 3
Rosary -  Race 3
Santanna Mach -  Race 5
Sarasota Sunset -  Race 11
Seaside Pond -  Race 1
Shannon B -  Race 4
Sideshow Bruce -  Race 9
Sky Rocket -  Race 8
Social Distancing -  Race 6
Sophia Bromac -  Race 6
Special Effects -  Race 10
Stanley's Rule -  Race 8
Stunna -  Race 1
Style Council -  Race 5
Sultan Of Swing -  Race 5
The Mantis -  Race 11
The Present Maker -  Race 10
The River Boy -  Race 7
Tu Tangata -  Race 10
Vessem -  Race 9
Volstone -  Race 3
What A Minx -  Race 8
What The Bell -  Race 10
Who's Delight -  Race 9
Xlendi -  Race 9
Zsazsa Binx -  Race 7