Racing agrees to historic changes as industry set on right path

OpinionOpinion byMichael GuerinRacing Editor·nzme·21 Aug, 2026 04:08 AM6 mins to readMichael Guerin is the New Zealand Herald's Racing Editor.‌Iconic tracks such as Trentham (pictured) and Alexandra Park could be thrown a lifeline under racing's new administration. Photo / Race ImagesToday may ultimately go down as one of the most important days in New Zealand horse racing history.

There were no major races or champions on display, they will wait for Te Rapa and Randwick tomorrow, but racing’s bosses have agreed to a common path forward that is likely to