| Craig Newitt | |
| Birth Date: | 1984 or 1985 |
| Birth Place: | Tasmania, Australia |
| Nationality: | Australian |
| Occupation: | Jockey |
| Years Active: | 2000–present |
| Spouse: | Breaana Smith |
| Children: | 4 |
| Known For: | Riding career in Victoria and Tasmania |
| Notable Works: | Winner of multiple Group One races |
Craig Newitt (born 1984 or 1985) is an Australian jockey who rides mostly in Victoria.
Newitt was born in Tasmania, the son of two jockeys.[1] [2] He began his career in 2000, and moved to Victoria to finish his apprenticeship with Lee Freedman. His first Group One winner was Perfect Promise in the 2006 C F Orr Stakes.[1] As of early April 2024, he has ridden 2,294 winners, including 33 in Group One races.[3] Five of his Group One wins were on Miss Andretti between May 2006 and March 2008. He also won four Group Ones on Lankan Rupee.[1] He continues to ride in Tasmania, where he has won a record seven Devonport Cups.[2]
Newitt and his partner Breaana Smith have four sons.[2] [4]