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Last year was a disaster
HE CAUSED a massive upset at Globe Derby last week, but as far as trainer Lynton Bishop is concerned, Speedysebastian’s victory was anything but a shock. In fact, Bishop is confident the victory is th Read more: Last year was a disaster
Drought-breaker the beginning of a flood!
CONNECTIONS of Linxx hope his recent drought-breaking victory is the beginning of a ‘flood’. Scoring in Port Pirie on December 23, Linxx registered his first win since December 4, 2023 when successful Read more: Drought-breaker the beginning of a flood!
Trainer’s property firebombed a second time
FOR the second time in three weeks, well-known trainer Lane Johnson’s property has been targeted by criminals. Last month Johnson and his family were woken by a loud noise towards the front of their l Read more: Trainer’s property firebombed a second time
Incredible impact on a national scale
HER exploits have been well-documented throughout the season, but the true extent of Emma Stewart’s reach has almost gone undetected. In fact, even Stewart was unaware of the incredible impact she has Read more: Incredible impact on a national scale
Trainers, drivers select their Hygain Highlights of 2025
WITH 2025 just hours away from becoming history, it’s timely to revisit some of the highs of the season. On a personal note, my partner Kim Procter winning the Wangaratta Trotters’ Cup with Abitofadre Read more: Trainers, drivers select their Hygain Highlights of 2025
Just like Santa, East has her own list!
IT APPEARS Father Christmas isn’t the only one with a list at this time of the year. Noting all those who have been naughty or nice, Santa checks it twice before making his round on Christmas Eve. Jus Read more: Just like Santa, East has her own list!
Emotions at a premium after Classic
EMOTIONS were at a premium at Globe Derby last Saturday night after Ideal Delight broke his maiden in the Sires’ Classic. Bred and co-owned by Matt Whelan, Ideal Delight scored in the racing colours o Read more: Emotions at a premium after Classic
Premier horseman registers “crazy” milestone
RAPT with his tally for the season, premier horseman Ryan isn’t finished yet. Thanks to Peace Of Heaven’s success at Globe Derby last Saturday night, Hryhorec registered 150 wins for the year. Origina Read more: Premier horseman registers “crazy” milestone
Busy week for talented youngster
SHOULD all go to plan, talented youngster Omnia is facing a busy week. Fresh from winning a Southern Cross Final at Globe Derby last night, Omnia is likely to have a trial during the week ahead of nex Read more: Busy week for talented youngster
Third time lucky
IT WAS a case of third time lucky for classy pacer Hezrockinroyalty last night. Runner-up in the Southern Cross Finals for two and three-year-olds, Hezrockinroyalty captured the Four-Year-Old and Olde Read more: Third time lucky
Incredible interstate record continues
VICTORIAN horsewoman Emma Stewart continued her incredible association with South Australia’s Sires’ Stake scheme at Globe Derby tonight. Officially-known as the Southern Cross Series, Stewart has won Read more: Incredible interstate record continues
Finnis family’s fairytale farewell
PROMINENT couple Alyce and Jayson Finnis have enjoyed the fairytale ending they were hoping for. Set to move to Queensland tomorrow, the Finnis’ farewelled South Australia by winning a Southern Cross Read more: Finnis family’s fairytale farewell
Perfect way to celebrate 25th anniversary
ASTUTE horseman Paul Cavallaro can’t think of a better way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his first Southern Cross Final win than to capture another! In 2000 Cavallaro secured the Two-Year-Old C Read more: Perfect way to celebrate 25th anniversary
Hoping for fairytale farewell
SATURDAY night’s Globe Derby meeting will be the scene of ‘sweet sorrow’ emotions for the Finnis family. Trainer Alyce and her reinsman-husband Jayson will tackle a Southern Cross Final in what will b Read more: Hoping for fairytale farewell
Impossible task now within reach
THREE weeks ago it seemed a ‘mission impossible’, but now the task appears to be within reach. Following a dominating performance at Globe Derby on November 24 where he prepared five winners on the 10 Read more: Impossible task now within reach
Win puts extra spring in step
PROMINENT horseman Paul Cavallaro has an extra spring in his step following yesterday’s Southern Cross heats at Globe Derby. Cavallaro contested the opening qualifier for two-year-old colts and geldin Read more: Win puts extra spring in step
Back to best following spell
A SHORT break has worked wonders with promising youngster Centrefold Star. Winner of her first two starts, Centrefold Star was runner-up at her next appearance before being found wanting during the Go Read more: Back to best following spell
Aiming for one last hoorah!
THEIR time as South Australians is coming to an end, but Alyce and Jayson Finnis are not done yet! Last August the Finnis’ announced they had sold their Mount Gambier property and are moving to Queens Read more: Aiming for one last hoorah!
Criminals fire bomb trainers property
WELL-KNOWN South Australian trainer Lane Johnson had his property targeted by criminals last night. Johnson and his family were woken by a loud noise towards the front of their land only to discover t Read more: Criminals fire bomb trainers property
Shrewd investment keeps paying dividends
PROMINENT Adelaide businessman Gary Crocker is skilled in financial investments. Yet anything he has achieved in his professional life surely pales in comparison to a hobby decision made 20 years ago. Read more: Shrewd investment keeps paying dividends
