Team Thoroughbred NSW Equine Welfare

Team Thoroughbred NSW is the heart of Racing NSW’s commitment to the Thoroughbred horse, operating under our motto, “For the love of the horse”. Racing NSW’s extensive equine welfare department encompasses a range of initiatives to ensure the welfare of NSW Thoroughbred racehorses.

The Importance of Hay during the colder seasons

Hannah Cross

Feeding for the Frost: Why Hay is Your Thoroughbred’s Best Friend This Season As the crisp mornings roll in across New South Wales, the change of seasons brings more than just a change in scenery. For our retired racehorses, the drop in temperature requires a shift in how we manage their daily care. While a […]

Walking the Distance: How 7 Team Thoroughbred NSW Horses Proved Their Worth on the 200km Tour d’Horse Challenge

Hannah Cross

When you think of a retired racehorse, you might picture them winding down in a lush, flat paddock or perhaps finding their feet in a quiet dressage arena. You probably don’t picture them navigating single-file mountain ridges, tackling rocky river crossings, and marching 200 kilometres over six days in the rugged Upper Hunter Valley. Yet, […]

Heart, Heritage, and Horses: Thoroughbreds Take Centre Stage at the 157th Bathurst Royal Show

Hannah Cross

The Bathurst Royal Show conducted by the Bathurst Agricultural, Horticultural & Pastoral Association opened from the 1st to the 3rd of May 2026. This year marked the 157th Show for the region, a milestone in a legacy that dates to the mid-19th century. Showcasing the depth of talent 42 thoroughbreds competed throughout the weekend across […]

The Royal Standard: Showcasing the Versatility of the Retired Racehorse

Hannah Cross

The Sydney Royal Easter Show remains the ultimate proving ground for the versatile Thoroughbred, and this year’s Thoroughbred Day was a resounding testament to the breed’s incredible capacity for a second act. Within the show ring, the stars of the turf transitioned seamlessly into icons of elegance, proving that life after racing is just the […]

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