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Passing of pioneering horsewoman
ONE of harness racing’s pioneers has passed away. Renowned for her grit and longevity, Josie Justice died yesterday on what was her 91st birthday. Justice’s son, Lance, shared the sad news via… Read more: Passing of pioneering horsewoman
Vic government funding upgrades
THE Andrews Labor Government is supporting two upgrades to the state’s premier harness racing venue that will open up Tabcorp Park Melton for more community events and provide a better experience… Read more: Vic government funding upgrades
He’s got a head like an old oil drum…but I love him!
“HE’S got a head like an old oil drum and wouldn’t win any beauty pageants, but I love him!” That was the remark from veteran horseman Trevor White after Defiant provided him with his first Group… Read more: He’s got a head like an old oil drum…but I love him!
Pushing towards several majors
CLASSY youngster Speak The Truth will continue his push towards several majors when he returns to Albion Park tomorrow night. Unbeaten from five starts this season, Speak The Truth has been set for… Read more: Pushing towards several majors
Maiden win continues perfect record
BROODMARE gem Aratusa Lass maintained her perfect matron record thanks to Eve Crocker’s triumph in Penrith last night. A handy pacer which registered 18 wins and 18 placings across three states… Read more: Maiden win continues perfect record
Favourable draw for newly-crowned King
A FAVOURABLE draw has Steinman in a strong position to begin his newly-appointed reign on a successful note. During last week’s South Australian awards night Steinman was crowned ‘King of Globe… Read more: Favourable draw for newly-crowned King
Weight of numbers no guarantee
WEIGHT of numbers are certainly in his favour, but that’s no guarantee of a win according to Shane Loone. Loone has five of the six runners in the claiming event at Globe Derby on Saturday night… Read more: Weight of numbers no guarantee
Get the cash with Kocass!
RACE ONE: Peaking in condition following three runs since a spell, and drawing ideally, ARDEN MESSI (3) appeals as the one to beat. Two runs into his latest campaign and the Kevin Pizzuto-trained… Read more: Get the cash with Kocass!
Primed to extend undefeated record
FORMER New Zealand mare Town Echo is expected to have little trouble maintaining her perfect Australian record despite a tough draw during the weekend. Sent across the Tasman to join Jack Trainor’s… Read more: Primed to extend undefeated record
Bathurst produce another rising star
Olivia Frisby Interview Read more: Bathurst produce another rising star
McGrath Foundation thrilled by huge response
Bella Armstrong Interview Read more: McGrath Foundation thrilled by huge response
Mcarthur FC excited about the future
Grant McFadden Interview Read more: Mcarthur FC excited about the future
Freshmen out to extend unbeaten record
AT THE moment there are three, but by the end of Saturday night there can only be one – perhaps even none! To be conducted at Tabcorp Park Melton, the Sapling Stake has attracted a talented field of… Read more: Freshmen out to extend unbeaten record
Star of the ‘halcyon days’ honoured
ONE of the stars of the ‘halcyon days’ of harness racing will be honoured at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night. In a time when the industry was mainstream news, Bold David was a regular headline… Read more: Star of the ‘halcyon days’ honoured
Why change tactics now?
DRIVING for luck has worked out reasonably well so far, so why change tactics? That’s the theory from trainer Keith Kenna ahead of Saturday night’s Regional Championships State Final at Club… Read more: Why change tactics now?
It pays to simply ‘give it a crack’
A CASE of ‘might as well give it a crack’ has paid dividends for Jamaican Rock’s connections. Following the freshman’s victory at Globe Derby during the weekend trainer Ryan Hryhorec revealed… Read more: It pays to simply ‘give it a crack’
Dawson argues a case for louis litt
LAURENCE DAWSON Interview Read more: Dawson argues a case for louis litt
