Breeding

Last Chance to Enter National Breeding Stock Sale

New Zealand Bloodstock

11 Jun 2026 — 1 min read

Entries for the 2026 National Online Breeding Stock Sale are due online on Gavelhouse Plus by 10pm this Tuesday 16 June.

In addition to quality off-the-track fillies and mares, the stand-alone breeding stock sale will give breeders the opportunity to offer proven mares as well as stallion shares and nominations at a key time ahead of the breeding season.

Over the past three years the Sale-toppers have included Yearn, Asama Blue, Chanel’s Choice and Dee and Gee who fetched $195,000, $126,000, $115,000 and $105,000 respectively.

The entry fee is $450 + GST, with 5% commission and no pass in fees.

Vendors can upload their entries directly to Gavelhouse Plus however Patrick Cunningham (+64 21 181 5898 or patrick.cunningham@nzb.co.nz) and Haylie Martin (+64 9 296 4436 or haylie@gavelhouse.com) are available to discuss your options and enter Lots on behalf.

Key dates:

• Entries Close: 10pm (NZT) Tuesday 16 June
• Catalogue online on Gavelhouse Plus: 10am (NZT) Friday 26 June
• Bidding Opens: 10am (NZT) Friday 3 July
• Bidding Closes: From 6pm (NZT) Wednesday 8 July

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