Premier Racehorse Simulator

Come and have a go!

Introducing NZTR's new Premier Racehorse Simulator

Join us at your local raceday or event, to have a go on the simulator, and chat to us about the various career and education opportunities NZTR has to offer.

National Thoroughbred Week: Thursday 20 - Monday 24 November

  • Matamata Racecourse: Thursday 20 November
  • Monacurragh Lodge: Friday 21 November, 9:00am - 12:30pm
  • TAB Counties Cup Day, Pukekohe Park: Saturday 22 November 
  • Byerley Park: Sunday 23 November
  • Ruakaka: Monday 24 November (TBC)


 

NZTR's Premier Racehorse Simulator

Come and test your skills!

We welcome industry participants to come and join us at trackwork to have a go on our new premier racehorse simulator, the first of it's kind in the Southern Hemisphere.

It’s a great opportunity to jump on and test your balance and trackwork riding skills.

Donald’s Farm (Inspiring the Future event): Monday 17 – Wednesday 19 November
Donald’s Farm (Inspiring the Future event): Tuesday 25 – Friday 28 November

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Learn more

About the Simulator

Hear all about NZTR's premier racehorse simulator from former apprentice jockey, and NZTR's Industry Training and Careers Coordinator, Brigitte Corban.

Be sure to come and chat to us when you see us on-course next - about the wide range of career and education opportunities available in the thoroughbred industry. 

Come and have a go today!

Please note: You must be 10 years old or over, and under 65kg to ride the simulator horse. 

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Three News feature

The first of it’s kind in the Southern Hemisphere

Three News popped by to learn more about NZTR's Premier Racehorse Simulator. The mobile unit will be used to educate and attract new talent into the racing industry, and has a full calendar of events lined up travelling to schools, career events, equestrian events, horse academies and horse training facilities throughout the country.