New Zealand Analyst – Auckland 12th June free tips

Welcome to today’s segment from our harness racing analyst.

Providing you with free expert tips and selections for harness meetings run in New Zealand.

Harness racing hits Auckland again today with 8 races on the card. The racing starts at 5:23pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good night of racing.

Auckland selections 12^th June 2026

Harness analyst best tips:

Best Bet:  R6   Look To Da Stars

Best Value:  R3  Memories

Race 1

Kenny Hill (7)
Sound fresh-up effort after a break and should take improvement from the run. Capable of figuring with the right trip.

Patrick Mahomes (2)
Hit the line strongly last week when luck came too late. Racing consistently and must be respected again.

Home Grown Girl (11)
Produced a huge effort to score after working hard throughout. Tough performance and commands respect despite the draw.

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Race 2

Dino (5)
Impressed in qualifying company and looks a horse with plenty of upside. Hard to ignore on debut.

Gloria Steinem (2)
Returns from a break after showing ability in her previous campaign. Draw gives her every opportunity.

Toffee Potts (3)
Worked home well last start and gets a handy draw to secure a soft run. Each-way claims.

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Race 3

Memories (2)
Has raced well in both starts this campaign and looks close to another victory. Strong winning chance.

Viscount Mackendon (12)
Excellent fresh-up effort when narrowly beaten and appears primed to go one better despite the handicap.

Hill Billie Bundy (8)
Finished off nicely last start and continues to race in honest form. Worth keeping onside.

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Race 4

Miss Brabant (2)
Two strong efforts from difficult draws recently and gets a much better opportunity tonight. Leading contender.

Clouding Over (1)
Improved showing last start and lands another favourable draw. Can be competitive in this grade.

Katies Princess (6)
Consistent mare who continues to race well without much luck. Deserves consideration again.

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Race 5

Mama’s Wish (2)
Returned to winning form last start and the draw gives her every chance to repeat the performance.

Big Herb (5)
Took advantage of a good trip to score last time and should be competitive again despite a trickier draw.

Chanel Noire (11)
Has won three of her last four starts and continues to go the right way. Major threat despite the second row.

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Race 6

Look To Da Stars (8)
Last start winner who has shown a liking for this track. Another bold effort expected.

Manchester’s Moment (3)
Capable type who is generally thereabouts in this grade. Can feature with the right run.

Sans Au Revoir (2)
Found the line nicely last start and continues to race honestly. Place claims again.

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Race 7

Yankee Flybye (10)
Returns from a spell but recent workout form suggests he is ready to perform fresh. Market watch advised.

Gotta Go Miki (2)
Had little luck last start and gets every chance from a favourable draw. One of the better hopes.

Rahm (6)
Impressive second-up winner and looks capable of taking the next step. Rates highly in this field.

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Race 8

Pirayas (1)
Has gone close in recent starts and looks overdue for a deserved maiden victory. Top selection.

Shards Avatar (5)
Still learning but has shown enough ability to suggest a race like this is within reach. Major player.

Chase Is On The Case (9)
Hasn’t been far away in recent outings and manners will take him a long way. Can feature in the finish.

 

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by Harness Analyst