Step 7 - Buying Your First Racehorse
Auction/Sales
Champion racehorses can come from humble backgrounds but are more likely to be found at major sales where yearlings are selected on pedigree and conformation and are considered the 'cream of the crop'. There are several major selling agents around Australia and auctions are held in city and country centres. Sales for 'Tried Horses' (horses that have raced) are also held regularly and there are usually yearlings and unraced horses offered at these sales.
Average yearling prices 2011
| Sale/Auction |
Average Price |
| Easter Yearling Sale |
$239,484 |
| Gold Coast Yearling |
$124,602 |
| Premier Yearling Sale |
$71,979 |
| Adelaide Select Yearling |
$34,095 |
| Classic Yearling Sale |
$33,731 |
| Perth Premier Yearling |
$44,669 |
| Gold Coast Yearling II |
$46,866 |
| Premier II Yearling Sale |
$32,028 |
| Gold Coast National |
$31,525 |
| Scone Yearling Sale |
$15,034 |
| Autumn Yearling Sale |
$11,511 |
Click here for 2012 Yearling Sales Dates
Sales companies & Bloodstock Agents
Sales companies can supply you with catalogues and information on each of their auctions
William Inglis & Son Ltd
Ph: 02 9399 7999
Fax: 02 9398 5547
Web: www.inglis.com.au
Magic Millions Pty Ltd
Tel: (07) 5538 8933
Fax: (07) 5531 7082
Web: www.magicmillions.com.au
Federation of Bloodstock Agents Australia
The Federation of Bloodstock Agents Australia has over 30 Members consisting of major sales companies and Bloodstock agents. Contact the Federation of Bloodstock Agents Australia for assistance in locating a bloodstock agent for your needs.
Visit their website at www.bloodstockagents.com.au