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GALLERY: All of the photos from Newcastle Gold Cup 2026

'Never really got out of second gear.'

Newcastle Herald · Sep 17

All the photos from trackside at Newcastle's The Hunter race day

All the photos from The Hunter race day in Newcastle.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 16, 2024

Lees starts Hunter day on winning note, claiming late father's race for first time

Gobi Desert salutes in Max Lees Classic at Newcastle on Saturday.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 16, 2024

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Can local Rustic Steel make Hunter breakthrough for trainer Kris Lees?

'With all due respect to my father I'd rather win a million race'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 15, 2024

A Flemington favourite, Melbourne Cup aspirant and Big Dance trifecta

Local interest across interstate tracks amid Australia's iconic race.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 4, 2024

All the photos from the Newcastle Boxing Day races

'It's always been a big day, and always been a good day.'

Newcastle Herald · Dec 26, 2023

Giddy up: all of the photos from Melbourne Cup day celebrations

Venues across Newcastle are hosting festivities.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 7, 2023

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Melbourne Cup live stream 2023: how to watch for FREE online from anywhere – runners and riders, race time

Here's how to watch a 2023 Melbourne Cup live stream from anywhere, with Willie Mullins-trained Vauban and Absurde headlining the $8 million handicap at Flemington Racecourse.

TechRadar · Nov 6, 2023

How to watch the Melbourne Cup 2023 online and on TV

Here's how you can watch the Melbourne Cup 2023 online, ready for when it starts on Tuesday, November 7.

WhatToWatch · Nov 6, 2023

Dylan Gibbons rides fast-track to first Melbourne Cup opportunity

'It all happened pretty quick.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 6, 2023

Hunter connections taking record shot at Melbourne Cup glory

'It's amazing, a quarter of the field with some Hunter connection.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 6, 2023

A son's colourful tribute to the mighty Max Lees

I Saw Your Ghost Tonight artworks evoke memories.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 29, 2023

Newcastle racing pays tribute to late trainer Jim Johnstone

Newcastle Jockey Club will pay tribute to long-time trainer Jim Johnstone with a race named in his honour on Monday, a day before his private funeral.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 9, 2023

Lees steels focus for a second Big Dance run

"Possibly [Scone Cup]. We haven't really mapped out his program, but it could be an ideal race to target."

Newcastle Herald · Jan 12, 2023

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Newcastle Herald · Jan 9, 2023

Rich debut for Nathan Doyle's colt Rush Hour at Magic Millions

"So it was always one we targeted when we were a little bit behind the eight ball."

Newcastle Herald · Dec 1, 2022

Trial return to Cessnock track abandoned after jockey Amelia Denby injured in fall

Newcastle jockey Amelia Denby suffered a broken collarbone in a frightening fall during trials at Cessnock on Thursday which were then abandoned. Denby hit the turf when Kris Lees-trained Tawfiq Lass fell head first after appearing to lose its footing shortly after crossing the line in third place in heat…

Newcastle Herald · Nov 12, 2022

King Frankel dominates The Beauford at Newcastle on Hunter day

King Frankel will go for a break and be aimed at the group 1 Sydney Cup (3200m) in the autumn after dominating the second edition of the $300,000 The Beauford (2300m) at Newcastle on Saturday. A scratching after becoming fractious in the barriers at Rosehill last week, King Frankel showed…

Newcastle Herald · Nov 11, 2022

Kris Lees eyes breakthrough Hunter win with comeback horse Gem Song

Top Newcastle trainer Kris Lees has prepared the runner-up in the $1 million The Hunter at his home track in all three editions. Each time, his horse has been beaten between a length and a length and a half. And every time Lees has had four or five runners in…

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Newcastle Herald · Nov 3, 2022

Razeta rises to challenge for Newcastle trainer Kris Lees at Flemington

Newcastle trainer Kris Lees had prominent owner-breeder Bob Hannon to thank after Razeta scorched to an impressive win in the listed Desirable Stakes on VRC Oaks day at Flemington on Thursday.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 2, 2022

Big Dance champion steeled for quick turnaround

"He's in the Five Diamonds and we'll probably make a decision by Friday on whether or not he takes his place."

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2022

Newcastle trainer Kris Lees grabs the first Big Dance with Rustic Steel

Newcastle horse of the year Rustic Steel overcame an interrupted preparation and a late challenge to deliver trainer Kris Lees the inaugural $2 million Big Dance (1600m) at Randwick on Tuesday.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 31, 2022

Newcastle trainer Kris Lees leading Cup day dream team for inaugural Big Dance

A Lloyd Williams-owned favourite with Frankie Dettori aboard in a big race on the first Tuesday in November. It's a dream scenario for Newcastle trainer Kris Lees that in years gone by would suggest he's in the running for a first Melbourne Cup win. But while Lees' hopes of a…

Newcastle Herald · Oct 18, 2022

Kris Lees weighing up last-ditch Melbourne Cup shot with Luncies

Newcastle trainer Kris Lees was leaning towards running Luncies from a wide gate in the Geelong Cup on Wednesday, rather than wait for Saturday's Moonee Valley Gold Cup, as a last-ditch shot at securing a Melbourne Cup start.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 16, 2022

Newcastle trainer Patrick Cleave keen to build on hot start to season

Young Newcastle trainer Patrick Cleave knows what it takes to succeed after working for some of Australian racing's heavyweight operations. Now he's hoping back-to-back wins and a first victory at his home track can prove the kick-start he needs to carve out his own place in the training ranks. The…

Newcastle Herald · Oct 9, 2022

Racing: Pepper's lucky last at soaked Randwick

"She's been a star to us and we're just so happy to have her."

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