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This ‘journo’ has found a happy home in Bathurst
WHEN Amy Rees made the decision to relocate to New South Wales from her native Queensland, she probably didn’t really know where that journey would take her. Her partner John O’Shea had spent time… Read more: This ‘journo’ has found a happy home in Bathurst
Dual Group One winner primed for return
DUAL Group One winner Dr Susan will kick start her latest feature race preparation this weekend. Sent for a well-earned break following her third in the Golden Easter Egg on April 18, Dr Susan is… Read more: Dual Group One winner primed for return
Freshman’s undefeated status at risk
UNBEATEN freshman Soho Billinger faces a difficult task in his bid to maintain a perfect record this weekend. Successful at his three starts for trainer Michael Stanley, Soho Billinger will contest… Read more: Freshman’s undefeated status at risk
“I had a ripper day” – Hill
SIBLINGS really can be a pest. A day after noting his “annoying” sister cut his joy in half, Wayne Hill has extracted revenge. Driving a double at Globe Derby on Saturday night, Hill fell less than… Read more: “I had a ripper day” – Hill
Change of scenery working wonders
A CHANGE of scenery appears to have worked wonders with veteran pacer Ideal Warrior. Having his fourth start for trainer Malcolm Locke, Ideal Warrior registered his second win for his new… Read more: Change of scenery working wonders
Working holiday extended after Group One win
NEW South Wales horseman John Boserio has decided to extend his working holiday in Queensland – and for good reason. Not only is he currently enjoying a trip to the pub on a sunny 24 degree Brisbane… Read more: Working holiday extended after Group One win
Annoying sister cuts joy in half
ANYONE with a sister knows how pesky they can be….especially younger ones. So imagine the pain leading driver Wayne Hill feels given his sister is inspirational reinswoman Dani. One of the darlings… Read more: Annoying sister cuts joy in half
Perfect replacement for stable star?
IT’S been a bittersweet day for New South Wales horseman Brad Hewitt. On the sweet side Hewitt was triumphant at Club Menangle this evening. As for the bitter, Hewitt waved goodbye to his old… Read more: Perfect replacement for stable star?
“Crazy amount” paid for half share in star pacer
GIVEN his effortless performance in Shepparton just moments ago, it is easy to understand why a reported record amount has been paid for a half share in Ride High. While the figure remains… Read more: “Crazy amount” paid for half share in star pacer
Sam drawn to prove he’s the man
IN-FORM pacer Westar Sam is expected to have little trouble extending his winning streak at Globe Derby tomorrow night. Thriving since arriving in South Australia, the former Kiwi has won his last… Read more: Sam drawn to prove he’s the man
Boom youngster’s return postponed
STAR filly Amazing Dream is set to be scratched from tomorrow night’s Albion Park meeting. Poised to make her Australian debut, the boom youngster’s first start for trainer Darren Weeks has been… Read more: Boom youngster’s return postponed
Punter’s lawsuit against trainer over lost winnings settled
IN AUGUST 2018 we reported about an intriguing case which had been opened in America. Jeffrey Tretter, noted as an experienced gambler, sued trainer Robert Bresnahan junior in a bid to retrieve more… Read more: Punter’s lawsuit against trainer over lost winnings settled
Stablemates hot favourite and rank outsider
PREMIER trainer Grant Dixon will be represented at both ends of the betting scale in Saturday night’s Australian Pacing Gold Final at Albion Park. Dixon has three runners in the Group One which is… Read more: Stablemates hot favourite and rank outsider
Yankee drawn to strike gold
PROMISING pacer Yankee Gold has drawn to maintain his perfect season in Ballarat tonight. Winner of his three starts for the term, Yankee Gold will begin from barrier two, which gives the son of… Read more: Yankee drawn to strike gold
Johnson claims outright lead in premiership
TALENTED young reinsman Corey Johnson has claimed the lead in South Australia’s Concession Drivers’ Premiership. Entering last night’s Port Pirie program deadlocked with Samantha Pascoe, Johnson… Read more: Johnson claims outright lead in premiership
Skewbald colt to break long family drought
WHEN he steps onto the Kilmore track on Sunday night, Variegated will break a long drought for his family. Set to make his debut, Variegated will be the first of his clan to race for 15 years!… Read more: Skewbald colt to break long family drought
Stable foreman stepping up to the mark
BEING one of the youngest in a dynasty of harness racing royalty must be very challenging. Yet the charismatic Mitch Turnbull seems to take it all in his stride. At a very young age his father Steve… Read more: Stable foreman stepping up to the mark
APVMA decision to financially impact trainers nationwide
ACTION taken by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority is likely to have a severe financial impact on trainers nationwide. As of July 30, the APVMA issued a notice to Carbine… Read more: APVMA decision to financially impact trainers nationwide
Freshman remains unbeaten with Dream Maker Series win
TALENTED freshman Dean B Hanover maintained his perfect record with a stylish win in Monday’s $88,500 Dream Maker Series Final at Woodbine Mohawk Park. Piloted by Johnathan Drury, Dean B Hanover… Read more: Freshman remains unbeaten with Dream Maker Series win
Breaking records not part of ‘Delacombe Destroyer’ plan
ALTHOUGH expectations are high in anticipation of another stellar performance, setting records is not part of the agenda with Ride High heading into Saturday night’s Shepparton program. Unbeaten… Read more: Breaking records not part of ‘Delacombe Destroyer’ plan
