Trotting

The Emperor wrote:Why all the scratchings over the weekend??

I'm sure it'll come out but let's just say this is the wrong reason in fact 5 reasons to be positive

here they are........


http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32337

http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32339


http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32342


http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32344


http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32368

''Bucky'' to the rescue.........................

http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32443


Independent Review of SA Harness Racing

07 February 2017
by the Office of the Chief Executive Officer: John Lewis
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Brian Cunningham
Brian Cunningham.
MEDIA RELEASE
The HRSA Board formally advise that it is conducting an independent review of harness racing in South Australia and have appointed Mr Brian Cunningham (Brian Cunningham & Associates) to undertake the review.
Brian has an outstanding track record as a Chief Executive in the private and public sector. He was the inaugural CEO of the Port Adelaide Football Club in the AFL culminating with the club’s premiership in 2004. He was also Chief Executive of various Government agencies including the Department of Trade and Economic Development.
HRSA Ltd was established on 1 October 2000, and during that period the harness racing industry has undergone significant change in all aspects of its business. Therefore the current governance model requires a review in order to adequately meet the needs of the industry today and into the future.
The terms of reference of the review include an evaluation of the:

company’s constitution including powers, governance structure, member composition and obligations; and
current administrative structure for HRSA and clubs including consideration regarding existing duplication across HRSA and other members of the company.
Industry participants are invited to forward submissions to the review and can be sent directly to brian@briancunningham.com.au Please forward any submissions by Monday 6 March 2017
The review is expected to be finalised in late March 2017.
More information
John Lewis, HRSA CEO
Ph: 0417 855 300

There were 5 drivers in Vic that were recently suspended due to some betting outcomes on races have had their appeals upheld.....

The Emperor wrote:There were 5 drivers in Vic that were recently suspended due to some betting outcomes on races have had their appeals upheld.....

this is the latest press release on the matter, dated 25/1/2017



Update - HRV Media Statement HRV/Police Investigation

25 January 2017
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With respect to the actions taken by Victoria Police on 11 January, 2017 involving the service of charges on four harness racing participants, Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) provides the following update:
In accordance with Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 183, the HRV Stewards have today suspended the licences of Mr Nathan Jack, Ms Lisa Bartley, Mr Mark Pitt and Ms Amanda Turnbull with immediate effect.
In making this decision, the HRV stewards have considered all relevant information including the submissions provided on behalf of the participants as to why no action should be taken against the participants or their licences in the circumstances.
The participants have been advised of their rights of appeal against this decision and any such appeal must be lodged with the Racing Appeals and Disciplinary (RAD) Board Registrar by 5.00pm on 27 January, 2017.
As these matters are now before the courts, HRV will not be commenting at this time.

Weather taking its toll.
Angle park off tonight, even after they were going for start an hour later.

Pirie trots off tomorrow night.


Anyone seen two flies???

The Emperor wrote:Weather taking its toll.
Angle park off tonight, even after they were going for start an hour later.

Pirie trots off tomorrow night.


Anyone seen two flies???

just on The Emperors' post here is the press release, obviously a smart decision & only real decision to come up with...

http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32471


Kadina Cup race meeting cancelled

09 February 2017
by the Office of the Chief Executive Officer: John Lewis
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MEDIA RELEASE
HRSA advises that due to extreme heat conditions the Kadina Cup race meeting scheduled at Port Pirie on Friday 10 February has been cancelled. This race meeting will now be held at Port Pirie on Friday 17 February.
This decision has been taken after careful consideration and consultation with a range of stakeholders including the Yorke Peninsula HRC, Port Pirie HRC, Veterinary Surgeon, Acting Chairman of Stewards, Chairman of HRSA Racing Committee and HRSA Chairman.
As part of our considerations we considered a range of factors including the:

temperature on the preceding days;
temperature forecast on the day and the predicted temperature at the time of the race meeting;
number of horses travelling to the meeting and the distance they travel;
day or night meeting;
welfare of horses; and
welfare of participants and race day staff.
Not only is Port Pirie experiencing extreme heat this week - Wednesday 44C, Thursday 45C and Friday 42C, the Wet Bulb Globe Test (WGBT) also reflects oppressive weather conditions – WGBT not only considers temperature, but also humidity, wind speed and solar radiation. Therefore the forecast of higher humidity levels and lack of wind compounds the extreme weather conditions.
In relation to the number of horses travelling to the race meeting, there are 37 horses being floated travelling one hour or more including 27 horses travelling from Adelaide, which is an animal welfare consideration.
There was consideration to delay the meeting by one hour – however the forecast temperature at 6.00pm tomorrow will be 40C and horses will still be required to be floated during the hottest part of the day.
HRSA regrets any inconvenience, however the decision was been taken with regard to safety and welfare of horses and participants. HRSA also expresses its
appreciation to the SAHRC in supporting the transfer of their race meeting on 17 February to Port Pirie.
As a result of this change, amended programs for Friday 17 February and Saturday 18 February will be available on the website in due course. Nominations for the Monday race meeting at Globe Derby Park have been extended until 9.00am tomorrow morning.
More information
John Lewis, HRSA CEO
Ph 0417855300

Lazarus walks in to win the Chariots of fire

sales at Globe Derby on today, not sure of the starting time & they were setting up this morning while the trials were on

How many you buying??

The Emperor wrote:How many you buying??

none, i didn't have enough on that $31.00 winner i told you last night

There has been sweeping rumours about this for about 2 months, now for the proof.....

http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32653

Chairman of Stewards to depart

23 February 2017
by the Office of the Chief Executive Officer: John Lewis
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Barbara Scott, Chair of Stewards
Barbara Scott, Chair of Stewards.
MEDIA RELEASE
HRSA wishes to advise that the Chair of Stewards, Barbara Scott, has been appointed to take up a new position as Chief Harness Steward at Racing and Wagering, Western Australia (RWWA).
Originally from NSW, Ms Scott has served as the HRSA Chair of Stewards since 2014, and prior to that was a Steward with Harness Racing NSW.
HRSA Chairman, Chris Hartwig, acknowledged Ms Scott’s outstanding service to harness racing in South Australia.
Mr Hartwig stated that “Barbara has made an excellent contribution as our Chair of Stewards including adopting the recommendations from the Independent Integrity Review, and we congratulate Barbara on her new appointment with RWWA.”
HRSA wishes to advise that the process for the appointment of the new Chairman of Stewards position has commenced and will be advertised nationally.
More Information:
John Lewis, HRSA CEO – Ph 0417 855 300
Email: jlewis@saharness.org.au

Gotta be a tough Gig, that one........

Official warning, RODH2

http://www.harness.org.au/news-article.cfm?news_id=32715

Interim Chairman of Stewards Appointed

27 February 2017
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From the Chief Executive Officer - John Lewis

INTERIM CHAIRMAN OF STEWARDS APPOINTED
HRSA are pleased to advise that Reid Sanders has been appointed as the interim Chairman of Stewards. He will commence in the role from 17 March 2017.
Reid Sanders is regarded as one of Australasia’s leading stewards and integrity officials. He has held senior roles in a number of racing jurisdictions including New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing, Queensland Racing and the Macau Jockey Club. Most recently he was Chief Operating Officer of Harness Racing NSW after serving as their
Manager- Integrity and Chairman of Stewards where they became a world leader in racing integrity.
As part of his role Mr Sanders will undertake a review of current stewarding and integrity operations, including training and development of the current panel, animal welfare management and involvement in the recruiting of a new Chairman of Stewards and Assistant Steward.
The appointment of Mr Sanders follows the appointment of current HRSA Chair of Stewards Barbara Scott to the position as Chief Harness Steward at Racing and Wagering, Western Australia (RWWA). Ms Scott is expected to conclude her employment at HRSA in March.
The appointment of Mr Sanders allows the smooth transition of Ms Scott in her new role and allows HRSA to plan for its ongoing future.
More Information:
John Lewis, HRSA CEO – Ph 0417 855 300
Email: jlewis@saharness.org.au

Globe Derby
Friday 3/3/2017
R8-6 Al Bundy

Will Al Bundy find the peg ?

Scrappy wrote:Globe Derby
Friday 3/3/2017
R8-6 Al Bundy

Will Al Bundy find the peg ?

i like the humour ''bud''

it won a trial last week but i wasn't overly impressed by the trial, i've had 14 text messages this afternoon telling me it is a moral, not for me at the $1.55 although it comes in well on handicaps

" In New Zealand we have flies, but they are better educated."
By
Barry Purdon
On the BIGgest problem NZ pacers had to put up with in Australia

http://www.harness.org.au/media-room/news-article/?news_id=36604

CHRIS HOWE FREE FOR ALL
3/2/1962
WAYVILLE SHOWGROUNDS

This race was won by a pacer called Smart Nigel
I have no CROWd figures for that meeting

Former Afl player Rhys Palmer threw 2 shoes at horses during a race at Gloucester Park...will be banned from life from racetracks, will also be seeing a judge


Absolute idiot

It’s the Strathalbyn cup and trotters cup meeting on this Sunday February 26th

It is a twilight meeting

Sadly It is also the last meeting to be ever held at the track

There’s been talk that they want to build a new facility at Langhorne Creek but with one meeting a year this would be a total waste of money

Jimmy Jacques is coming out of retirement to call the last ever race