Hygain presents “Blast from the past”
August 26, 2026
WITH wonder mare Keayang Zahara nearing a return, it feels timely to relive the career of one of the sport’s all-time greatest trotting mares. Sent for a spell following her Group One Hammerhead Mile victory at Club Menangle last March, Keayang Zahara is being readied for a racing return... Read more
Sad passing of dual Miracle Mile winner
March 4, 2026
AS the industry prepares to celebrate another Miracle Mile winner next week, one of the prestigious sprint’s greatest performers has been laid to rest. Hampered by the effects of sidewinder syndrome, Sokyola was humanely put at ease by the trainer who took him to grand heights, Lance Justice, this... Read more
US trotter to make Aussie debut
February 17, 2026
ASTUTE horseman Rickie Alchin has an interesting runner at Club Menangle today. Rarely without a high class performer in his stable, Alchin will contest the opening event on the card with debutante trotter Woodford County. What makes Woodford County so intriguing is he was bred in America, where he... Read more
Exciting youngster remains undefeated
February 15, 2026
EXCITING youngster Hollywood Strip did more than complete an eye-catching return to racing at Club Menangle last night. First-up from a 16-week spell, Hollywood Strip captured the Simpson Memorial to extend his undefeated record to six. Trainer Brad Hewitt sent the son of Sweet Lou for a well-earned break... Read more
More records, $500,000 bonus – freakish mare does it all!
February 14, 2026
FREAKISH trotter Keayang Zahara collected an Australian record-equaling bonus thanks to her victory in Melton just moments ago. By registering the required wins, Keayang Zahara snapped up a whopping $500,000 on top of the prizemoney from her latest success. In a stellar promotion, Harness Racing Victoria offered to pay... Read more
Famous losses that stole spotlight from winner
February 14, 2026
ALTHOUGH triumphant in tonight’s A G Hunter Cup in Melton, Swayzee has been somewhat overshadowed by the Leap to Fame’s defeat. Not only was Leap to Fame a $1.80 favourite, he was attempting to secure a $1million bonus on top of the $142,500 winner’s purse. Harness Racing Victoria offered... Read more
First Chariots berth secured
February 14, 2026
RISING star Hesitate booked the first berth into the famed Chariots Of Fire thanks to his victory in Melton tonight. By proving too good in The Bonanza, Hesitate received automatic entry into Australia’s premier four-year-old event, which is scheduled to be conducted at Club Menangle on March 7. First-up... Read more
Hygain nurturing the industry’s future
February 14, 2026
ALREADY taking care of harness racing’s current stars, Hygain is also nurturing the future. An industry leader, Hygain’s award-winning products are a must when it comes to equine welfare, whether it’s feed, supplements – or both! After becoming “dissatisfied with the quality and nutritional standards of feeds available”, Greg... Read more
Drawn to complete well-deserved win
February 14, 2026
A FAVOURABLE draw has The Notorious R G B in a solid position to break through for an overdue win at Globe Derby tonight. Victory has eluded The Notorious R G B since she scored at the same venue last October, with the Tiana McMahon-trained mare runner-up five times... Read more
Fast becoming a family destination
February 12, 2026
SOUTH Australia is fast becoming the ‘go to’ destination for the greater Mifsud clan. Gaita – now a Pullicino – started the ball rolling when she relocated several years ago where she has established herself as one of the state’s leading drivers. Gaita is the daughter of the late,... Read more
