Doody Townley
New Zealand harness racer
About Doody Townley
Lived 1925 – 1999 (aged 73). Doody Townley was a New Zealand harness racer.
David James "Doody" Townley (29 June 1925 – 28 March 1999) was a trainer and driver of Standardbred racehorses in New Zealand. He was associated with many top class horses and was a leading driver of harness horses in New Zealand.
He is notable for winning four Inter Dominion Championships, the premier trotting series of races between Australia and New Zealand. Not surprisingly, he is also an inductee in the Inter Dominion Hall of Fame. Doody also won two Auckland Trotting Cups and the New Zealand Trotting Cup. These are the two top races in New Zealand.
Townley died in Ashburton on 28 March 1999, and his ashes were buried at Ashburton Cemetery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Doody Townley?
New Zealand harness racer (1925-1999)
When was Doody Townley born?
Doody Townley was born on 29 June 1925.
When did Doody Townley die?
Doody Townley died on 28 March 1999.
What was Doody Townley's occupation?
Doody Townley was a harness racer.
What nationality was Doody Townley?
Doody Townley was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Doody Townley. https://biography.guide/doody-townley/
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