Cool Archie's unstoppable demolition job of Queensland's juvenile scene has pleased nobody more than North Bloodstock's Mick Malone, who sourced the colt as a yearling for clients. After returning to the Cool Aza Beel well at the Gold Coast this week, Malone took a moment to reflect on the journey that has led to this point, and what sets him apart when he judges a horse.

‘I'm not big on looking at legs’: Mick Malone shares his insights on sourcing horses

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Newspapers and the internet erupted after Black Caviar’s death - but much of what was shouted about the breeding industry was wrong. Kick Up’s new Breeding Hub was created to tackle misinformation head-on, with science-backed answers to the wildest claims. From laminitis to breeding shed myths, it’s a united industry effort to give the public clear, credible answers when they seek them.

From outrage to answers: Kick Up Breeding Hub sparked by public reaction to Black Caviar

Melanoma Fundraiser Race Day

Inglis Ready2Race grads Libertad and Democracy Manifest clash in Saturday’s G1 Kingsford-Smith Stakes, underscoring the sale’s rising impact. Entries are now open for the 2025 edition, which shifts to the Thursday before The Everest. With Ka Ying Rising now running in Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Everest slot, international interest is set to climb as Inglis seeks Australasia’s top 2YO vendors for this evolving market.

Two Group 1 runners have Inglis excited for Ready2Race Sale's future

Job Board

Read Aquis welcomes Prost as he heads the roster at $13,200 with Kobayashi

Buyers went big, borders opened wide, and a December foal stole the show - the 2025 Magic Millions National Yearling Sale quietly delivered. With a 77 per cent clearance rate, more six-figure yearlings, and 41 per cent of horses heading offshore, the sale showed there’s still serious heat in the market, especially if you’ve got the right horse by the right sire... even if it was born closer to Christmas than Father's Day.

‘There’s a market for later foals’: TTR crunches the numbers for the Magic Millions National Yearling Sale

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Looking Ahead - June 06

Looking Ahead

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2025 Announced Stallion Fees

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2YO & 3YO Winners by Sire

Winners By Sire