Countofmontecristo begins Kranji Mile campaign; Victorian horses barred from racing in NSW; Raceform returns in new season

Wanganui jockey Johnathan Parkes will begin the quest for the final 100 winners he needs to join the New Zealand 1000-win jockey club when he rides at his home track on Friday.

Multiple Group One winner The Bostonian is set to cross the Tasman once again this spring to try and add to his elite-level tally.

The Kiwi connections of smart mare Polly Grey were delighted to see the daughter of Azamour show a glimpse of her ability when finishing second in the Listed Winter Championship Series Final (1600m) at Flemington on Saturday behind impressive winner Sircconi.