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Fab Five from Lancefield Park
FROM world class racehorses and elite performance horses to tiny miniature ponies and even donkeys, Lancefield Park Stud, Boyanup has gained a solid reputation over 40 years as a leader in Western Aus Read more: Fab Five from Lancefield Park
Another four pieces added to Chariots puzzle
NOW there are five. Following tonight’s Hondo Grattan Stake at Club Menangle, another four pieces have been added to the Chariots Of Fire puzzle. Locally-trained pacer Hesitate became the first pacer Read more: Another four pieces added to Chariots puzzle
Yearling preparation is Debbie’s domain
HOPELAND horsewoman Debbie Lewis is a dab hand at preparing yearlings for the annual sales. A member of one of Western Australia’s best known harness racing families, Debbie is prepping 11 youngsters Read more: Yearling preparation is Debbie’s domain
Confident ahead of cross-border trip
CROSSING the border for tomorrow night’s Globe Derby meeting, veteran horseman Boris Devcic is quietly confident of a successful trip. Devcic will undertake the nine-hour round trip with three pacers, Read more: Confident ahead of cross-border trip
Peter pins faith in Sweet Lou
A FORMER dual world record holder and Breeders Crown champion, Sweet Lou is undoubtedly the most in-demand stallion in the Commonwealth. He was the leading stakemoney sire in both North America and Au Read more: Peter pins faith in Sweet Lou
Classy field honours former champ
A FIELD consisting of some of Australia’s best four-year-olds will contest the feature event at Club Menangle on Saturday night. From locals to interstate raiders, the promising pacers are vying for a Read more: Classy field honours former champ
Fillies top APG Sale
A PAIR of fillies offered by the Wagga-based Atworthy Park Group topped the Australian Pacing Gold Melbourne Yearling Sale at Oaklands Junction on Sunday. The top price paid was $112,500 for a lovely Read more: Fillies top APG Sale
Chocolate milk and ice-cream…the perfect celebration
CELEBRATIONS come in many forms. Some scream the grandstand down (not mentioning anyone Katrina Fitzpatrick), others hit the pub, and then there are those who subscribe to the ‘winner, winner, chicken Read more: Chocolate milk and ice-cream…the perfect celebration
US trotter to make Aussie debut
ASTUTE horseman Rickie Alchin has an interesting runner at Club Menangle today. Rarely without a high class performer in his stable, Alchin will contest the opening event on the card with debutante tr Read more: US trotter to make Aussie debut
Boyanup breeder’s proud Sales record
WELL-KNOWN Boyanup horseman Dennis Roche has a record with graduates of the Australian Pacing Gold yearling sales that would make him the envy of most breeders. “Four of the five horses that I’ve sold Read more: Boyanup breeder’s proud Sales record
Positive karma after lending helping hand
POSITIVE karma has been coming David Drury’s way after agreeing to help a fellow horseman. A conversation with Victorian trainer Paul Warnock resulted in Drury accepting Roblen Ranger into his stable. Read more: Positive karma after lending helping hand
Reign of terror continues – arsonist burns vehicle in racetrack car park
A REIGN of terror targeting South Australia’s Johnson family was taken to another level during the weekend. In the sixth of a series of attacks, reinsman Corey Johnson’s Holden Colorado was set alight Read more: Reign of terror continues – arsonist burns vehicle in racetrack car park
Rising star issues ominous warning
RISING star Double Lou issued an ominous warning to potential rivals at Club Menangle last Saturday night. Having his third run from a three-month spell, Double Lou blitzed his opposition with a recor Read more: Rising star issues ominous warning
Exciting youngster remains undefeated
EXCITING youngster Hollywood Strip did more than complete an eye-catching return to racing at Club Menangle last night. First-up from a 16-week spell, Hollywood Strip captured the Simpson Memorial to Read more: Exciting youngster remains undefeated
More records, $500,000 bonus – freakish mare does it all!
FREAKISH trotter Keayang Zahara collected an Australian record-equaling bonus thanks to her victory in Melton just moments ago. By registering the required wins, Keayang Zahara snapped up a whopping $ Read more: More records, $500,000 bonus – freakish mare does it all!
Famous losses that stole spotlight from winner
ALTHOUGH triumphant in tonight’s A G Hunter Cup in Melton, Swayzee has been somewhat overshadowed by the Leap to Fame’s defeat. Not only was Leap to Fame a $1.80 favourite, he was attempting to secure Read more: Famous losses that stole spotlight from winner
First Chariots berth secured
RISING star Hesitate booked the first berth into the famed Chariots Of Fire thanks to his victory in Melton tonight. By proving too good in The Bonanza, Hesitate received automatic entry into Australi Read more: First Chariots berth secured
Hygain nurturing the industry’s future
ALREADY taking care of harness racing’s current stars, Hygain is also nurturing the future. An industry leader, Hygain’s award-winning products are a must when it comes to equine welfare, whether it’s Read more: Hygain nurturing the industry’s future
Drawn to complete well-deserved win
A FAVOURABLE draw has The Notorious R G B in a solid position to break through for an overdue win at Globe Derby tonight. Victory has eluded The Notorious R G B since she scored at the same venue last Read more: Drawn to complete well-deserved win
Love of horses keeps breeder coming back for more
A LOVE of horses and the harness racing business has kept Rutherglen hobby breeder Graeme Gourley coming back to the annual Victorian yearling sales. “I sold my first yearling in 1979 and I’ve had a h Read more: Love of horses keeps breeder coming back for more
