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Rebirth of a champion

His brief life was one of heroic deeds, drama, and ultimately, tragedy. New Zealand is at last truly honouring the memory of Phar Lap.

Phar Lap ready to gallop into limelight

The life-size bronze statue of Phar Lap is mounted and ready for its public unveiling.

Seven witnesses likely at horse trainer's trial

Seven prosecution witnesses are likely to give evidence at the trial of a Canterbury horse trainer charged with the theft of four horses, the Christchurch Court News website reports.

Stable hands at risk of chest ailments, researchers find

Stable workers in a study were more than three times more likely to develop respiratory problems than members of the control group.

Horse owners warned over ditch perils

A British animal welfare charity is urging horse owners to beware of the threat posed by boggy ditches this northern winter.