Countdown to 2025 National Weanling Sale
25 June 2025
The countdown to NZB’s 2025 National Weanling Sale is underway, with a compact yet quality catalogue of 144 youngsters set to go under the hammer on Thursday 26 June at Karaka.
The weanlings have arrived on site, final inspections are underway with now the time to complete last-minute research, and register to bid, to ensure a smooth auction experience before selling kicks off.
In an exciting move, the National Weanling Sale will be held on the same date as the National Standardbred Weanling Sale at Karaka. The joint sale date will see the thoroughbred session get underway from 10am, with the standardbred weanlings selling later from 2.30pm.
In addition to the 134 lots originally catalogued, 10 supplementary lots (Lot 135 - 144) will be offered immediately following Lot 134. Physical copies of the supplementary catalogue will be available at Sale Day Reception or can be downloaded here.
Here is some information and helpful tools to assist you in purchasing your next investment or racetrack star.
BUYER REGISTRATION
It is important to check in on arrival at the Sale Day office prior to bidding. For existing account holders or previous purchasers, simply pop in to the Sale Day Office to get your registration sticker. New buyers can register online here, or for online bidding registration visit bidonline.nzb.co.nz.
PEDIGREE UPDATES
Since the release of the catalogue, significant and notable weanlings have had updates to their pedigree pages. View the full list of pedigree updates here.
LOT MEDIA
If you haven't already, make sure to check out the high-quality photos, videos, and information available on each lot in our online catalogue available on NZB's website here.
BROADCAST & KARAKA TV
The Sale will be streamed live on our website, online bidding platform and NZB's Facebook page. For those in NZ watching via TV, tune in to Freeview Channel 200.
We will also be showing interviews, behind the scenes footage and highlights throughout the sale. If you miss the live action, rewatch it all, and lot-by-lot sale ring footage, on our Karaka TV channel.
AIRFREIGHT, INSURANCE & AUCTION SERVICES
Once you have made a purchase, every aspect can be managed by NZB including airfreight, transport, agistment, insurance, finance and Karaka Millions entries.
If you are at Karaka, see the team in the Sale Day Office, or call us via +64 9 298 0055 for assistance.
HOSPITALITY
Peckish at the Sale? For cafe-style snacks, coffee, and a selection of beverages, the Garden Bar cafe will be open on the ground floor next to the Indoor Parade Ring.
AGENTS
All weanlings catalogued have been inspected by NZB Agents, who will be able to provide inspection notes and evaluations for buyers, or bid on your behalf.
Get in touch with one of our team members should you need any assistance.
NZB is pleased to invite anyone to attend the 2025 National Weanling Sale, with an array of hospitality options available for sale enthusiasts to experience. Entry into the Karaka Sales Centre is free and all are welcome.