Wayward filly on best behaviour
September 10, 2026
A DECISION to “back off” with wayward youngster Rosanna Shannon has paid dividends. Showing enough ability during her education to suggest she can “win her share of races”, Rosanna Shannon failed to transfer her efforts on the training track to the racetrack. Despite being safe in her rhythm at... Read more
Concession driver equals Australian record
September 5, 2026
TALENTED concession driver Tasmyn Potter joined a pair of champions with her Australian record-equalling performance yesterday. Undertaking a regular trip across the border, Potter dominated the Wagga card by capturing six of the eight races. As such, the 24-year-old became just the third reinswoman to register a sextet at... Read more
Impeccably-bred freshman blitzes rivals
September 1, 2026
ARGUABLY one of the best bred freshmen in the world, Wildfire Stride provided a strong indication he will match his bloodline on the racetrack with an emphatic victory yesterday. By leading stallion Captaintreacherous, Wildfire Stride is from former champion mare Blue Moon Stride. Purchased and raced in America by... Read more
Young reinswoman following her destiny
August 30, 2026
DESPITE her heritage and obvious talent, there was a time Ella Turnbull never considered following what could be best described as ‘her destiny’. Although she hails from one of harness racing’s most powerful dynasties, Turnbull stated she had little interest in being part of the industry. That gradually changed... Read more
‘Bigeni boys’ continue to rise
August 27, 2026
THE rise of the ‘Bigeni boys’ reached another level in Bathurst last night. Consisting of Simon and his three sons Jake, 23, Klayton, 20, and Mason, 16, the Bigenis have been prominent figures during the past couple months. Enjoying his best season as a trainer, Simon has cut a... Read more
Undefeated filly first-up along comeback trail
August 26, 2026
WHAT has been a “long road back” will hopefully garnish immediate results tonight. Poised to have her first start since June 2025, undefeated filly Bettors Creation will make her comeback in Bathurst for trainer Jarrod Alchin. Given a short break after completing a clean sweep of last season’s Australian... 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
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
Trainer appealing disqualification
August 13, 2026
ON Monday 10 August 2026, Harness Racing New South Wales stewards concluded an inquiry that commenced on June 5, 2026 in relation to the conduct of licensed trainer Chris Bourke in the race day stalls at the Newcastle Harness meeting on that date. The Inquiry was adjourned to allow... Read more
