New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders Stakes

The New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders Stakes a Group One horse race for fillies and mares held in April each year. It is run under weight for age conditions for fillies and mares.

The first edition of the race was held at Te Aroha on 27 February 1971 when Breathalyser, a three-year-old filly by Battle-Waggon won from Ajasco and Devante. The race attained Group Two status in 1979 and was elevated to Group One in 2002. The 50th edition of the race was held in 2021.

Previous winners

 * 2012 Say No More
 * 2011 Barinka
 * 2010 Juice
 * 2009 Dane Julia
 * 2008 Special Mission
 * 2007 Captivate
 * 2006 Arlingtonboulevard
 * 2005 Rockabubble
 * 2004 Surprize Surprize
 * 2003 Zirna
 * 2002 Saint Cecile
 * 2001 Saint Cecile
 * 2000 Tall Poppy
 * 1999 Aimee Jay
 * 1998 Aimee Jay
 * 1991 Waikiki
 * 1990 Waikiki
 * 1987 Trocane
 * 1986 Dare
 * 1979 Orchidra
 * 1977 Tudor Light
 * 1976 Tudor Light
 * 1971 Breathalyser