Mother knows best
August 26, 2026
IF EVER there was an example of ‘mother knows best’ it would have to be the rejuvenation of struggling pacer Mammals Reason. Winless from six starts for Corey Bell, Mammals Reason was transferred to the horseman’s mother Lisa Hardy last month, with the mare striking sensational form. Not only... Read more
Outsiders highlight strength of Vicbred heats
August 25, 2026
TYPICALLY the strength of a race is assessed on the appearance of the favourites, yet in Kilmore on Thursday night, it’s the quality of the outsiders which tells the tale. Six Vicbred Super Series heats for three-year-old colts and gelding are set to be conducted throughout the evening, and... Read more
Noll to headline Carnival of Cups in Bathurst
August 25, 2026
THE Carnival of Cups is returning to harness racing heartland in Bathurst on Friday 11 December and one of the region’s favourite sons Shannon Noll will set it alight as the headline act in a blockbuster trackside entertainment spectacular. One of Australia’s most recognisable and enduring performers, Nollsy will... Read more
Tried and proven regime
August 25, 2026
CONNECTIONS of Gym Junky hope the promising pacer can be the latest to derive plenty of success from a tried and proven regime. Despite being among the best of his crop in South Australia – making him a big fish in a small pond – Gym Junky has been... Read more
Weekend of ‘firsts’ for concession driver
August 24, 2026
TALENTED young reinsman Cooper Griffiths enjoyed a weekend of ‘firsts’. Beginning with last Friday night’s Newcastle meeting, Griffiths registered a double, with the second leg – Tafl Move – the first time he’s driven a winner for his partner, Jemma Coney. Settled two-back in the running line from barrier... Read more
I Got Chills’ wins are multiplying
August 24, 2026
HANDY pacer I Got Chills’ wins are multiplying since arriving at Jason Grimson’s stable. Winless for 11 months, I Got Chills has won two of his last three outings, including at Club Menangle last Saturday night. Highlighting his impressive form, the son of Art Major has lowered his best... Read more
Hoping for better luck
August 20, 2026
FRESH from a pair of successful interstate raids, Zac Pearson is hoping for better luck in his home state this weekend. Pearson crossed the border with Keayang Hungry to score in Horsham on July 27 before a return visit netted a win in Hamilton a fortnight later. With the... Read more
Age no obstacle for veteran duo
August 20, 2026
AGE is proving no obstacle for veteran pair John Davis and Lincoln Skipper. In fact, according to the 80-year-old horseman, at least one of them is still in their prime. Recently returning from another lengthy injury-enforced spell, Lincoln Skipper registered his second win from four starts along the comeback... Read more
Unbeaten youngster a “pain to handle”
August 18, 2026
COMPLETING a triumphant racing return a fortnight ago, Cohen The Red is expected to continue his winning way when he heads back to Bathurst tomorrow night. First-up since Boxing Day 2026, Cohen The Red trounced his rivals in 1:54.9 over 1730 metres at the provincial circuit in what was... Read more
Personal milestone for veteran trainer
August 18, 2026
HE’S been training for almost five decades, won the industry’s biggest races and a host of premierships, yet at Club Menangle last Saturday night David Aiken registered what is believed to be another personal first. Just to recap, as a trainer Aiken has won more than 2600 races, including... Read more
