VIC News
Food for thought ahead of APG Sale
IF YOU’RE heading to tomorrow’s Australian Pacing Gold Sale in Melbourne and have yet to decide on a Lot to buy, here is some food for thought. Tonight’s stellar programs at Club Menangle and… Read more: Food for thought ahead of APG Sale
Champion trotter creates history in Group One
“It was almost a comeback fairytale story that just doesn’t really happen!” TO KATE Gath’s delight, fairytale comebacks do happen. Just moments before her statement Gath partnered outstanding… Read more: Champion trotter creates history in Group One
Veteran smashes record in title defence heat
VETERAN trotter Tornado Valley began his Great Southern Star title defence in tremendous fashion at Tabcorp Park Melton just moments ago. First-up since his unplaced performance on October 10… Read more: Veteran smashes record in title defence heat
Main piece of the totem pole?
IF YOU’RE looking to become the main piece of the totem pole, this unfashionably-bred filly could just be what you need. Bred by Kerrie Hymers, of Tourello Standardbreds, the youngster is poised to… Read more: Main piece of the totem pole?
Astronomical task awaits boom mare
TOUTED as being potentially the best trotting mare Australia has produced during her previous campaign, Pink Galahas will need to live up to that reputations as she faces an astronomical task in her… Read more: Astronomical task awaits boom mare
Hoping to match grandfather a century later
ALMOST a century after his grandfather beat a host of the southern hemisphere’s best pacers in a prized Cup, Father Brian Glasheen is hoping to do the same this weekend. Glasheen’s grandfather… Read more: Hoping to match grandfather a century later
Round one goes to Sydney sidekick!
TO MY dismay the grip on my throne has been loosened while bragging rights have been thrust into Michael Court’s possession. After claiming the title as top yearling selector during last season’s… Read more: Round one goes to Sydney sidekick!
Case of third time lucky?
CONNECTIONS of high class mare Bettor Enforce hope for a case of third time lucky at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night. Since being trained in New South Wales by Craig Cross and now Belinda… Read more: Case of third time lucky?
Star squaregaiter to miss Grand Circuit event
OUTSTANDING mare Dance Craze will not be given the opportunity to regain her Great Southern Star throne on Friday night. Originally being set to contest the Grand Circuit event at Tabcorp Park… Read more: Star squaregaiter to miss Grand Circuit event
Dan truly is ‘The Man’
THE voice of the trots is now a Caduceus Club of Victoria Living Legend. Dan Mielicki was announced as the 29th recipient of the prestigious award during the Victorian Harness Racing Club’s Night of… Read more: Dan truly is ‘The Man’
King primed and ready to defend throne
REIGNING champion King Of Swing rounded off his title defence preparation in the perfect manner. Scoring in 1:53.5 over 2300 metres at Club Menangle, King Of Swing is “in perfect shape” for Saturday… Read more: King primed and ready to defend throne
“This is what harness racing is all about.”
CELEBRATING his biggest night at a race meeting last weekend, Aaron Dunn never expected to better it any time soon. Heading to Ballarat with two prospects, Dunn left with a pair of winners. While he… Read more: “This is what harness racing is all about.”
Perfect start to Aussie campaign
CONNECTIONS of classy New Zealand squaregaiter Majestic Man are glad he made the trip to Australia. With trainer Phil Williamson less than enthusiastic about travelling across the Tasman given the… Read more: Perfect start to Aussie campaign
Recent acquisition a terrific purchase
RECENT stable acquisition Megiddo is proving to be a terrific purchase. Bought to aid Adrian Pace gain his driver’s licence, Megiddo has also assisted Joe Pace in being the world’s best Dad! Having… Read more: Recent acquisition a terrific purchase
‘Sonthony’ to take partnership to next level
ENJOYING a stellar start to their partnership, Sonya Smith and Anthony Butt hope to take their success to another level this weekend. Although the pair have been a couple since 2014, Smith and Butt… Read more: ‘Sonthony’ to take partnership to next level
Strong Sales drafts from major breeders
MANY of the leading breeders from both sides of the Tasman have thrown their weight behind the Australasian Premier Trotting Sale to be held at Oaklands Junction on Sunday, February 7. Aldebaran… Read more: Strong Sales drafts from major breeders
Need for a hobby turns into lifelong passion
“We were looking for a hobby, so thought why not give it a go?” WORKING their large Queensland property Lindsay and Mary Vagg figured they needed a hobby. After spotting some standardbred fillies… Read more: Need for a hobby turns into lifelong passion
Will Australia be a happy hunting ground for Kiwi?
CONNECTIONS of classy New Zealand squaregaiter Majestic Man hope Australia can provide better luck at the highest level. Competing against the best on the Shaky Isles, Majestic Man has captured… Read more: Will Australia be a happy hunting ground for Kiwi?
Stars on Cup collision course
THE much-anticipated rematch between Lochinvar Art and King Of Swing is becoming closer to a reality, with the pair headlining hopefuls for an A G Hunter Cup start on February 6. Nominations closed… Read more: Stars on Cup collision course
Manning’s magnificent milestone
AUSTRALIA’S very own ‘Wonder Woman’ Kerryn Manning has notched another incredible milestone. Thanks to her victory with Glenavril King in Stawell yesterday, Manning registered her 4000th win as a… Read more: Manning’s magnificent milestone
