ISSUE 20 OCTOBER 2017
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ISSUE 20 OCTOBER 2017
3 CEO’S UPDATE 4 - 25 ARTICLES BULLRING SURVEY
GREYHOUND QUIZ
AMENDED PRIZE MONEY ROLLOUT
IMPROVING TRACK SAFETY A MAJOR PRIORITY
MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GREYHOUNDS OF ALL ABILITIES MEET THE GRADER 2017 READY 2 RACE DATES A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY FOR GREYHOUND TRAINERS VALE KEN VIRTUE RACETRACK STARS DO MAKE GREAT PETS BAXTER REACHES DIZZY HEIGHTS AMENDED REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
Q & A WITH THE ICG’S SHELDON HAMILTON NEW PLANNING MEASURES A STEP FORWARD VICTORIA SET FOR POSITIVE FUTURE THANKS TO NEW PLANNING MEASURES PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS & INTEGRITY REPORT FATHER’S DAY FUN AT TRARALGON GAP TESTING DATES
NEW AND AMENDED RULES TO IMPROVE ANIMAL WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OUTCOMES
Q & A ON GAP PRE-ENTRY ASSESSMENTS
HOW COURSING AND PERSISTENCE TURNED AROUND ‘PROBLEM CHILD’ TYSON
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ICG PLAYS KEY ROLE IN ATTEMPT TO STIMULATE QUALITY BREEDING
MILLION DOLLAR MILESTONE IN SIGHT
SCIENCE LEADS TO SAFETY AS REDEVELOPED HORSHAM TRACK IS OFFICIALLY REOPENED
MILLION DOLLAR MILESTONE IN SIGHT FOR FANTA BALE
LATEST LITTERS & MISSES ‘BOOMER’ HARVEY ON BOARD GREYHOUND RACING AND AFL COMBINE IN SUPPORT FOR CHARITY EXPERIENCE ON TWO-TURN TRACKS THE KEY TO WINNING TAB GREAT CHASE: BORG
GOTBA NEWS
26 - 32 RACING CALENDAR VALE MARK CAUCHI
34 - 35 DIRECTORY & TRIAL INFORMATION The information in this publication is correct at time of printing Cover: Dizzy (now re-named Jet), the 400th greyhound to be adopted out of the Greyhound Adoption Program’s Mornington Peninsula location, enjoys a stroll with his new family members Nathan Kriening, Ashlee Cooper and four-year-old kelpie, Digger. Picture by Cameron L’Estrange.
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HEATS Friday night 20 Oct First Prizes: $5000 FINAL Friday night 27 Oct First Prize: $47,000 NOMINATIONS CLOSE: Tuesday 17 Oct at 10am via fasttrack.grv.org.au
GROUP 2 - 460m Geelong Derby (460m) Geelong Oaks (460m) Go Distance Racing Restricted Wins (680m) Refer to the Racing Calendar for prize money & conditions.
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t was another busy month in the sport around Victoria. On 12 September, Horsham Greyhound Racing Club’s new track was officially opened by the Mayor of Horsham Rural City Council after a redevelopment that used mainly local contractors and suppliers. The new wider track was designed using data modelling from the University of Technology Sydney to reduce incidents and interference and includes new sand, fencing and safety rails, braking lure motors, head-on cameras, drop-on boxes for 410m races and starting boxes for trialling puppies, along with upgraded irrigation and electrical systems. It now provides a whole new level of greyhound safety and welfare that has already attracted national interest and a better viewing experience for spectators. GRV will formally monitor the outcomes derived from the track design modifications with a view to determine whether these changes may be applicable to other Victorian tracks. Also, there is wide-spread interest in monitoring the outcomes achieved. The opening was celebrated with the Horsham Club’s annual TAB Great Chase Community Day for local disability organisations, which will be followed by other Community Days at tracks around Victoria during October, leading up to the TAB Great Chase Final at The Meadows on 25 October.
Off the track, the Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) once again had a stand at the Royal Melbourne Show from September 23 to October 3, this year in the Channel 7 Family Fun Pavilion. GAP volunteers and greyhounds showed visitors why greyhounds make such great pets and they were joined by GAP Ambassador, Bernie Vince on Wednesday 27 September. Speaking of ambassadors, I am pleased to announce that AFL
Despite the very strong outcomes for the sport in recent months, we still need to ensure that the welfare of the dogs and the integrity of the sport remain our key priorities. So, from October, GRV is rolling out new Local Rules covering re-homing, health injury reporting, export requirements and registration processes that will align Victoria with other states and racing codes. GRV is also developing a comprehensive new plan to endeavour to reduce track injuries and both this plan and the new rules are discussed in more detail in this issue. It has been an intense two years of reform for greyhound racing and we feel we have established ourselves as a strong, proactive regulator as we work with our participants to embark on genuine cultural change in Victorian greyhound racing. This is vital as we ensure a strong, sustainable industry for years to come. One of the key events this month is the Geelong Cup on 27 October, one of Australia’s leading regional greyhound race meets, while the following night The Meadows will host its Group 1 Topgun night. Both events provide an opportunity to see which dogs are looking competitive for the Melbourne Cup in November, and another spring and summer of great racing. 2017-18 will be a busy year as GRV transitions from an industry and GRV transformation to a more business as usual environment.
Alan Clayton Chief Executive Officer Greyhound Racing Victoria
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In other racing news, the Healesville Cup on 10 September was hotly contested by one of the strongest fields in its history which included many Group 1 racers. I congratulate Zinzan Brooke’s trainers and owner on another great win, following his triumph at the Shepparton Cup in July. On the same night at Sandown Park, Bewildering was crowned Australia’s fastest dog at the Speed Star match race series, following his victory in the Bill Collins Speed Star in May this year.
legend Brent Harvey is now GRV’s new ambassador who will be promoting various racing events and the joys of owning a racing dog, and you can read more about Brent and his work in this issue. I am also pleased to note that greyhound racing continues to enjoy a great wagering performance. 2016-17 was another record year and we will be releasing detailed figures about this performance later in October.
Member Services Phone: (03) 8329 1100 Email: memberservices@grv.org.au
Nominations Phone number: (03) 8329 1111 Mon to Fri: 7.30am - 12noon On-line Nominations (24 hours a day - 7 days a week) Scratchings Phone: (03) 8329 1100 Weekdays: 7.30am - 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday 7:30am - 9:00am & 3:00pm-4:30pm
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SURVEY FOR GREYHOUND RACING PARTICIPANTS
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reyhound Racing Victoria is seeking advice from participants about the demand for more bullrings (small circular training tracks) at race clubs to assist with the education of greyhounds.
The Sale Greyhound Racing Club is the first Victorian greyhound club to have a bullring constructed, and this has been in operation for several months. Sale’s bullring is state-of-the-art, machine-operated by a lure driver and includes starting boxes. Any future bullrings installed by GRV at clubs would be of a similar standard and design. What we’d like to know from our participants: Q. Which of Victoria’s race clubs (other than Sale) should have a bullring installed and why? Q. If there was a bullring installed at your local race club how often would you use it? Q. Would you pay a hire fee to use a bullring?
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Please send your responses to feedback@grv.org.au before 31 October, 2017.
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REVISED PRIZE MONEY & BREEDING SUSTAINABILITY PACKAGE Following feedback received from stakeholders on options for distributing additional prize money, GRV has revised its proposal to provide an improved balance with a new package of $2.55M in additional prizemoney and up to $1.40M in new prizemoney and bonuses available to be shared between owners, trainers and breeders. Two prizemoney options are currently being considered, each worth an extra $2.55M annually in additional prizemoney. Both options focus directly on increasing prize money to be shared between owners and trainers at the lower levels of racing whilst maintaining Metro Level 1 prize money at current levels: Option 1
Option 2
Increase bottom tiers of Level 2 & all of Level 3 prize money i. Level 2 (Provincial Full Stakes) +$1.18M (+6.1%) ii. Level 3 (Tier 3, Healesville, All Maiden, Rankings Meetings) +$1.37M (+21.6%)
Increase all Level 2 & Level 3 minimum prize money by just under 10% i. Level 2 (Provincial Full Stakes) +$1.96M (+10.0%) ii. Level 3 (Tier 3, Healesville, All Maiden, Rankings Meetings) +$0.59M (+9.3%)
The original proposal to increase trainers’ Starters’ Fees to $80 per runner has now been removed from the package. The new prizemoney proposal will mean Travel & Starters’ Fees remain at their current levels of $70 per trainer and an additional $10 per starter at all meetings. The package also includes a proposal focussed on encouraging and incentivising sustainable breeding in Victoria, by allocating up to $1.4M in annual prizemoney bonuses on around 1,900 selected Victorian races for owners and breeders of Vic Bred greyhounds in a new Breeding Package. All Vic Bred greyhounds of all ages will be eligible for the Breeding Package with no nomination fees payable to be eligible. The increases are to be implemented from 1 November 2017. Full details coming soon to grv.org.au.
Breeders and owners of Victorian bred greyhounds are set to share in $1.4m across 1,900 races annually
MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GREYHOUNDS OF ALL ABILITIES By Andrew Copley
a financial return. However, with fewer dogs in the system it is about to become easier than ever to gain a start and to win races here in Victoria.”
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reyhound Racing Victoria has a message for all greyhound participants – we need greyhounds Robins said GRV has no intention of cutting back on its schedule of all abilities for racing. of 23 meetings per week which sustains the industry, and that
Prize money in Victorian greyhound racing is about to climb to $46 million per year -and with fewer greyhounds in the system due to a drop in breeding numbers, the average earning capacity of greyhounds racing in this state is set to skyrocket.
GRV's Manager Racing Operations, Scott Robins says greyhounds of lesser ability will soon be able to earn a lot more prize money than they would have in the past. Further, trainers can afford to be less fussy about the greyhounds they keep in their kennel as the issue of not gaining a run due to excessive nominations will no longer exist. "A lot of trainers who have had high break-in standards for the greyhounds they bring into their kennel would do well to rethink that strategy,” Robins said. “Traditionally, dogs have had to run a certain time, be able to run a certain distance or be under a particular age before some trainers will take them. And that’s been fair enough as trainers have wanted to be sure that their dogs will have no trouble getting a start and that they are competitive enough to have a reasonable chance of earning
people shouldn't give up so easily on young dogs just because they have less ability, or are slower, than others. "We need as many dogs as possible in the system to fill all fields. Greyhounds who previously would have been retired at a young age for being on the slower side will now have a much greater chance of establishing a competitive racing career. It will be the Graders’ job to find another seven greyhounds of similar ability to race against to achieve even fields,” he said. Robins added that participants should also keep racing their greyhounds for longer, if they are still fit and healthy. "While greyhounds may slow down a little bit with age, that’s not always a good reason to retire them. As long as the dogs are fit, sound and enjoying racing, people should continue to race them, as we will provide more opportunities for them,” he said. GRV’s prize money increase is expected to be rolled out before the end of 2017.
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n line with Greyhound Racing Victoria’s operating principles, GRV’s Chief Grader Andrew Mills has been attending Victoria’s racetracks in recent weeks to provide an opportunity for participants to gain an insight into the current grading system and selection processes, and to seek suggestions that could enhance this process in the future. Having visited Traralgon, Cranbourne, Sandown Park, Healesville, Sale, Ballarat, Geelong and The Meadows during September, Mills will attend Victoria’s five other racetracks throughout October as per the schedule below.
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LOCATION Bendigo Greyhound Racing Association, Lords Raceway, Junortoun. HEATS Monday 13 November
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All greyhounds trial once in a four-dog field. It is not essential for buyers to attend the heats, as the replays will be uploaded to grv.org.au by the next day.
reyhound Racing Victoria’s Ready 2 Race Greyhound Sales provides an opportunity for people to watch greyhounds competing twice in the space of five days before bidding for them at auction.
FINALS and AUCTION
All greyhounds involved in this series are bred in Victoria and aged between 16-28 months of age, meaning they are at or near the beginning of their racing careers.
Note: Persons must be a registered bidder, and be in attendance to make a bid. Please refer to the ‘important notice for purchasers’ section of this catalogue to find out how to become a registered bidder.
By purchasing a greyhound at the 2017 Ready 2 Race Sales you will be in the running to share in the $46 million in prize money distributed throughout Victoria each year. The top eight prize money earners from the 2017 Ready 2 Race Sales will be eligible to compete in the $7,250 Ready 2 Race Mid-Year Final (425m), to be held in July 2018 on Bendigo Cup night. Further, an $18,000 Ready 2 Race Final (515m) will be held for the top eight prize money earners at Sandown Park in November 2018.
Saturday 18 November Greyhounds again trial once in a four-dog field. It is recommended that buyers attend the finals. Replays will be shown on-course prior to the auction.
Gippsland’s Dawn Johnston (right) is one of a number of trainers to help new owners get into greyhound racing through GRV’s Ready 2 Race Sales. Picture by Clint Anderson
A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY FOR GREYHOUND TRAINERS It can be tough going for people with little or no industry experience to get into greyhound racing. Common questions newcomers may ask include: Where do I buy a dog? Should I trust what a seller is telling me about a dog? Who is going to train it for me? What are the training fees? What happens if a trainer decides they don’t want to train my greyhound anymore? This is where greyhound trainers and experienced participants can lend their expertise. Many trainers are regularly approached by people wanting to get involved in greyhound ownership, but finding suitable race dogs to buy and ones people are willing to sell is often a challenge. GRV’s Ready 2 Race Greyhound Sales provides a platform for The late Ken Virtue with 2014 Cranbourne Cup winner Banjo Boy.
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people to buy greyhounds with a level of confidence, as the dogs trial twice in four-dog fields before going to auction. Further, given the greyhounds are at least 16 months of age, most are only a few weeks or months away from beginning racing. Annual prize money in Victorian greyhound racing is about to climb to $46 million (up from $43 million) and with fewer dogs in the racing system due to a temporary lull in breeding numbers, the time has never been better to own a race dog. So if you’re an experienced trainer or participant who has been approached by a newcomer wanting to buy into a greyhound then you may want to consider inviting them along to the 2017 Ready 2 Race Sales. Your knowledge could help them snare a bargain buy that you could co-own with them and/or train for them.
The greyhound racing industry was saddened by the sudden passing of Ken Virtue on September 27. Ken had an association with greyhound racing dating back to the 1970s as a trainer, rearer and studmaster.
“Ken also trained some top-class greyhounds including Disco Dishlicker, Jamb Kid and Banjo Boy. He stood Ginger Magee at stud in the 1990s and he and Michelle moved to Lang Lang about 12 months ago having made the decision to scale down and train two or three greyhounds while continuing to stand Banjo Boy at stud.”
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“Ken was very articulate and well-educated,” said close friend Andrew Varasdi, who was associated with a number of greyhounds in conjunction with Ken. “He was an accountant by trade but greyhound racing was his passion and he got such a kick out of training winners. Ken and wife Michelle ran a commercial rearing farm in Tooradin called Delta Park for many years and built a great reputation having reared countless winners, some of which went to stud including Black Shiraz and Nitro Burst.”
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RACETRACK STARS DO MAKE GREAT PETS Saahd (2) and Hard Urned Burst (5) hit the line together in the 2014 Puppy Championship at Healesville, with Jonny Black Fox (6) not far away.
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any successful race dogs have been accepted into the Greyhound Adoption Program and been adopted by Victorian families.
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One such example is Saahd, a greyhound trained by Gary Ennis (pictured left) who had 70 starts for 16 wins and earned more than $45,000 in prize money. Among Saahd’s standout racetrack performances was when he was involved in a historic deadheat in the prestigious 2014 Puppy Championship final at Healesville.
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While Saahd’s hard-chasing qualities were on full display in his come-from-behind performance that day at Healesville, it was a different story when he arrived at a pre-entry assessment into the Greyhound Adoption Program in Seymour some time later. GAP’s pre-entry assessments help determine a greyhound’s suitability as a pet.
TO SEE A VIDEO OF HOW SAAHD FARED GO TO GAP.GRV.ORG.AU/SAAHD
The Meadows hosted a Sport Stars Night at The Meadows on September 23, featuring Ian Cohen as MC and a star-studded panel comprising (from left) footballers Brent Harvey and Lindsay Thomas, netballer Madi Robinson, cricketer James Pattinson and AFLW’s Moana Hope. For more info about upcoming events at The Meadows go to themeadows.org.au.
Dizzy (Jet) the greyhound with his new family Nathan Kriening, Ashlee Cooper and Digger the kelpie. Inset: GRV CEO Alan Clayton congratulates Michelle Fisher on Baxter’s 400th adoption. Pictures by Cameron L’Estrange.
BAXTER GAP REACHES DIZZY HEIGHTS By Suzanne McKenzie
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Greyhound Racing Victoria CEO Alan Clayton congratulated Michelle Fisher who manages the Baxter centre and the GAP team on achieving this marvellous milestone.
he Greyhound Adoption Program’s (GAP) centre at Baxter on the Mornington Peninsula “We knew there were people around the city and in the has re-homed its 400th greyhound, Dizzy.
Nathan Kriening and fiancée Ashlee Cooper felt sure they had found the right dog when they met Dizzy, who has been renamed Jet out of consideration for Nathan’s human mate Dizzy. “He is jet black and fast so it’s appropriate,” says Nathan.
It was Scooby’s advanced years that started Nathan thinking about getting another companion for Digger so he wasn’t on his own when the older dog does eventually pass away. “Dizzy was the sixth dog we saw and we fell in love with him. We were looking for a dog that was a good match for us who would get along with our kelpies. We are both outgoing people and he was the first dog to came up to both of us. He wasn’t shy at all,” Nathan said. “He is definitely fitting into the clan.”
“GAP’s success is an indication of the growing demand for these wonderful, gentle dogs. In the 2017 financial year Victoria’s GAP centres re-homed over 1300 greyhounds, which is a record. GAP is a world-class re-homing program, you won’t find a better program anywhere.” Ms Fisher said the centre is open most weekends, by appointment only. She said adoptions began slowly in 2015, averaging three dogs each weekend, which grew to four dogs last year and the centre now averages six dog every weekend. “We get people coming from the northern suburbs and the inner city, all through the south and from Gippsland. There is a lot on interest on this side of town and it has been terrific that GAP has been able to grow with the demand,” Michelle said.
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They went to Baxter “just looking”. They met a few dogs, then they were introduced to Dizzy. The new addition to their home in Keysborough must also get along with two kelpies, four-year-old Digger and Scooby who is fourteen and a half.
south-east who were interested in fostering and adopting greyhounds, so we leased some kennel space on the Mornington Peninsula,” Mr Clayton said. “When I visited Baxter, I couldn’t believe how busy it was – no-one had time to talk to me, there were people and dogs coming in and out. It has been very successful, and we are soon to open a dog café, City GAP on the edge of the city – a community hub where prospective greyhound fosterers, adopters and greyhound owners can meet, enjoy each others’ company and get information about GAP.
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The number is a milestone for the centre at Baxter which was established just over two years ago to support the main GAP headquarters in Seymour and service the south-eastern suburbs and Gippsland.
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AMENDED REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS From 1 October 2017, Greyhound Racing Victoria will determine whether an applicant is a ‘fit and proper person’ before considering whether to register them as a participant. New applications for registration received by GRV on or after 1 October 2017 will be assessed against the new ‘fit and proper person’ requirement. All existing registered participants will also be required to disclose any relevant disciplinary or criminal matters which have occurred on or after 1 October 2017. The change brings Victoria into line with racing codes in other states and territories. Greyhound Racing Victoria CEO Alan Clayton said the introduction of a fit and proper person requirement was another step forward for Victorian greyhound racing. “The overwhelming majority of people involved in Victorian greyhound racing are good, honest, hard-working people who are doing the right thing,” Mr Clayton said. “Introducing this requirement only further strengthens the standards GRV has in place to ensure people of the highest quality character and with the right priorities can be involved in greyhound racing
in our state.” As part of assessing an application for registration, GRV will have to satisfy itself that an applicant is a fit and proper person for registration having regard to matters such as honesty, integrity, and character - it is not about physical fitness. The GRV Board must be satisfied that the applicant is "fit and proper" before the Board can approve a person’s application for registration. Every applicant who is at least 18 years old must provide the Board with a National Police Certificate and/or may be required to provide consent for GRV to obtain a NPC on the applicant’s behalf as part of their application for registration. Applicants will also be required to make declarations regarding all racing related disciplinary action taken against them, regardless of code. Once registered, a person must continue to be a fit and proper person to maintain their registration. From 1 October 2017, all applicants will also have an obligation to proactively disclose any new disciplinary or criminal matters to GRV.
Further information can be found at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/rules-of-racing or by contacting GRV’s Member Services Team on 03 8329 1100 or via email at info@grv.org.au
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Fanta Bale is edging closer to earning $1 million in prize money – will October 28 be the night? Picture by Clint Anderson
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MILLION-DOLLAR MILESTONE IN SIGHT By Andrew Copley The hype surrounding Fanta Bale continues to grow as she climbs towards $1 million dollars in prize money. Having already surpassed $900,000 in stake earnings, the versatile champion could reach the magical milestone as early as October 28 at The Meadows, fitness pending. The MGRA will host two invitationals that evening - the $150,000 to-the-winner Topgun (525m) and $75,000 to-thewinner Topgun Stayers (725m) – and it is conceivable that
Fanta Bale will receive an invitation to both. Alternatively, trainer Robert Britton may choose to bypass both races and instead nominate for heats of the Hume Cup (600m) on the same night, with the final to be run on thoroughbred racing’s Melbourne Cup eve (November 6). Britton believes 600 metres is Fanta Bale’s ideal distance. Only two Australian greyhounds - Fernando Bale and Dyna Double One – have more than $1 million in prize money to their names.
Check out our video series on re-homing greyhounds at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/videos/re-homing Owners are encouraged to carefully socialise their greyhounds with other dog breeds to enhance their rehoming prospects.
NEW AND AMENDED RULES TO IMPROVE ANIMAL WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OUTCOMES Another key enhancement under the changes includes a strengthening of Victoria’s local rule 42.6, from 1 October 2017, that introduces minimum re-homing requirements. Under the changes, the expectations regarding reasonable re-homing efforts required by owners are clearly specified, with failure to comply with these enhanced requirements a Serious Offence under the rules.
The GRV rule changes, building on many welfare initiatives already put in place, include new re-homing obligations, notification of intention to euthanase, tightening export requirements, setting a minimum age for breeding and nomination, and requiring trainers to report health and injury issues on track.
• Exports (effective 1 October 2017);
Participants will also have to comply with fit and proper requirements as part of the registration process, bringing Victoria into line with other States and racing codes. New applications for registration received by GRV (on or after) 1 October 2017 will be assessed against the new ‘fit and proper person’ requirement (FPPT). All existing registered participants will be required to disclose any relevant disciplinary or criminal matters which occur on or after 1 October 2017.
• Miscellaneous changes to facilitate publication of the GRV Consolidated rule book (effective 1 October 2017)
The new and amended rules include those relating to: • Rehoming and Notice of Intention to Euthanase (effective 1 October 2017);
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A suite of rule changes aimed at significantly improving animal welfare and integrity outcomes, developed as a result of the Milne and Perna recommendations for our sport, come into effect from 1 October 2017. These rule changes were released for an extensive period of public comment in late 2016. Following feedback, the GRV Board have now approved the changes for implementation from 1 October 2017. The new and amended rules are separate to the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources’ draft Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds and the Government’s new planning scheme regulations.
• Health of Racing Greyhound (effective 1 October 2017); • Introduction of the Fit and Proper Person Test (effective 1 October 2017);
• Change in the minimum age for nomination (effective 1 April 2018); • Introduction of a minimum age for breeding (effective 1 April 2018).
Further information can be found at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/rules-of-racing or by contacting GRV’s Member Services Team on 03 8329 1100 or via email at info@grv.org.au
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• Transfer of Greyhounds (effective 1 October 2017);
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Pictured from left: Horsham GRC Manager Justin Brilliant, Councillor Les Powers, Mayor of Horsham Councillor Pam Clark, Horsham GRC President Ian Bibby and GRV Board member, Emmett Dunne.
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SCIENCE LEADS TO SAFETY AS REDEVELOPED HORSHAM TRACK IS OFFICIALLY REOPENED
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By Suzanne McKenzie
“Good track design is important for the greyhounds’ safety. By reducing major risk factors we reduce the chance for incidents and interference so dogs can race more safely,” he said. “At Horsham, every aspect of this redevelopment has a science overlay to it, with animal welfare as the overriding priority.”
The majority of the work was carried out by local contractors including civil construction, electricians, irrigation experts, builders and fencing contractors, providing valuable jobs and investment for the local community. Key elements of the redevelopment include: • widening the track by an average of 1.2 metres • increasing the camber on bends to about 10 per cent (up from 8.2 per cent) to provide smooth transitions, reducing crowding and the potential for injuries and interference • replacement of the lure and safety rail and installation of a new braking lure motor • complete replacement of the track surface with new sand • upgrading irrigation and electrical systems and adding new perimeter fencing • new head-on cameras, drop-on boxes for 410m races and starting boxes for trialling puppies
In addition to the $800,000 project, upgrades totalling $400,000 have been carried out at the track as part of GRV’s five-year capital works program. The 43-year-old track was closed last October to bring it up to an appropriate standard.
In conjunction with the celebration, the Horsham GRC also hosted its annual Community Day for local groups that care for the physically and intellectually disabled as part of GRV’s Great Chase community series.
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orsham’s redeveloped greyhound racing track showcases design features that put greyhound safety first, Greyhound Racing Victoria CEO Alan Clayton said at the official reopening of the track on September 12. Clayton said GRV was working with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) to develop innovations that would improve track safety in Victoria, and there has been significant national interest in these innovative developments.
Using GRV data, UTS modelling pinpointed the hot spots for dogs on the old track, identifying potential causes for interference and crowding. Racing resumed on 1 August, with racing now conducted over 410m and 485m. A 675m start may be introduced later. The Mayor of Horsham Rural City Council Cr Pam Clarke officially opened the track, and was joined by GRV Board member Emmett Dunne. “Greyhound racing is an integral part of the Wimmera with the industry contributing around $3.5 million directly and indirectly to the Wimmera economy each year,” Dunne said.
Horsham's new 410 metre drop-on boxes.
HOW COURSING AND PERSISTENCE TURNED AROUND ‘PROBLEM CHILD’ TYSON By Andrew Copley
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yson Trump was just two months shy of his third birthday when he made his long-awaited TAB track debut on Healesville Cup day (September 10). His trainer Peter Craig (pictured with Tyson Trump) reveals the pathway that led to his greyhound’s twolength win that day as a red-hot $1.60 favourite. Q. When did Tyson Trump come into your care and at what stage of his education/development was he? I was given Tyson to train in July last year when he was 20 months old. He had been to the education centre twice and wasn't going too well. He would chase well behind the drag lure but not the carriage (regular) lure. I was having some fun with his brother and sister and suggested to Leigh (Jennings), his owner/breeder, that I have a try using the drag lure at Lang Lang and hopefully progress from there. I do enjoy a challenge. Q. Why did it take so long for Tyson to have his first TAB start?
Q. Tyson coursed a number of times during the 2017 season. How did he fare?
Q. How has coursing helped Tyson? Tyson isn't the sharpest tool in the shed, so the repetition of chasing the lure a few times in a day is probably the thing that got it through a thick skull! He is now a very fit greyhound that is a lot more experienced than the maiden dogs he met at Healesville and I think that experience is very important with maidens. It isn't the first time I have coursed dogs before they went to the track and they always get out of maiden class early in their careers. Q. Were you ever of the mindset that Tyson may not ever be a TAB track dog? Yes, most weeks between July 2016 and May 2017. Tyson got his racing name just after the US election, I told Leigh, Tyson would have to win the unwinnable just like Donald (Trump)! However, the plan was always to race him on a TAB track once the coursing season finished, if he was chasing well enough. Q. He was a hot favourite ($1.60) in his debut win. What do you put that down to? Either the Corporate bookies have never seen him trial, or someone at the ICG meeting that week took me seriously when I declared him. Q. What does the future hold for Tyson? Has he got potential to race on the circle? Will he return for the 2018 coursing season? I hope he likes the drive to Healesville. I'm not too sure about the circle but never say never. If he gets the hang of straight track racing and his times start to replicate what he can run behind the drag lure then it's possible. Tyson has now won first up at the Coursing and first up at Healesville, so watch out if he appears somewhere on the circle (laughs)! *Peter Craig is the President of the National Coursing Association
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The Coursing season is relatively short so whilst he started at most meetings, seven race days in four months certainly isn't overtaxing for a race dog and it's an easy task to keep him up for this length of time and at the same time work on his issues. Tyson started the season with a bang! After success at a Catch on to Coursing meeting at Lang Lang (in April) and then the first Lang Lang meeting of the year, we were hopeful he may progress further but he struggled away from Lang Lang. Whilst his record for the season was ordinary, a few of the days saw him just go down in quick time or to some handy greyhounds. But he did progress and when given the opportunity in a final, he proved the three runs in a day were right up his alley. Finishing runner-up to Better Than This in a final at Lang Lang by less than two lengths showed he has ability. The key to the season was to get him going at Longwood for the Waterloo
Cup meeting and whilst the season didn't end like it started, he wasn't disgraced.
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It hasn't been until recently that I was confident he would complete the course at a TAB track. Tyson has been in the kennel for 14 months and has rarely taken two steps forward in a row - it's usually been one step forward, one backwards, or in the case of Sandown it was 30 metres forward and turned around and came 30 metres back, or when he stopped to check out the back of the 520 boxes in a 311 trial at Cranbourne. You might get this from a pup during early education but not at two plus years of age. I have had some success in the past if you can make small progressive steps with problem children like Tyson. Getting them to chase the drag lure with conviction is the first step, then coursing the dog behind the drag is an easy progression. Once the dog learns the ritual of being put in the slips at the coursing, I have found they seem to associate being put in the slips with the excitement of the chase and are less worried by the carriage lure and your chances of getting them to improve. From there the next step is coursing behind the carriage lure and Longwood is perfect for that. If they can get through that step the progression to a track like Healesville is possible.
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News
By Sandra Reed, GOTBA President
In September I attended the GBOTA’S National Conference, where all state representatives came together to report on the health of greyhound racing in their respective states. It is important that we support each other by looking at best practice going forward. It is obvious that Victoria has much to offer the smaller racing communities in how we are overcoming the threats to the future viability of our sport. Participant confidence should be greatly enhanced when we finally get a Code of Practice that is workable and affordable. The GOTBA (Victoria) Executive was invited to the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) for a meeting to discuss how best to change the draft Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds so that rather than be prescriptive (telling us how) it should be outcome based. We all want what is best for our dogs and as trainers, breeders and owners we have years of experience that ensures that we know how best to achieve these desired outcomes.
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Finally, some good news about the certainty of being able to keep your greyhounds. Four years ago, the GOTBA instigated meetings with the Melbourne Planning Department to
try and get a ‘Right of Use’ to have an agreed number of greyhounds on your property, provided you met certain standards of property development. This was in relation to size of the property, zonings and setbacks from boundaries and neighbouring residences, also considering construction of kennels. Our original aim was to have this passed so that you would not have to apply for a permit if you complied with the set standards, however in the document just released you must still apply for a council permit. The best part is that providing you comply you cannot be refused a permit. We are currently seeking clarification on the planning document, as some parts are unclear and open to interpretation. However, we see this as a big win for participants, especially on small acreage, as now objectors cannot stop you having a reasonable number of greyhounds as long as you comply with the planning rules. We are currently working with GRV to set up a scientific study of track surfaces and preparation. It is vital that we find the best possible racing surfaces that are consistently prepared to the same standards to ensure the safety of our dogs. We have lobbied to have a much-needed breeding stimulus package to support breeders now and into the future. Our proposals would see financial support for people wishing to breed now and also bonuses for successful breeders with dogs currently racing. Knowing most people are having difficulty selling pups we see syndication as the best way forward, and this is currently being worked on to open up more opportunities for selling pups.
Ther GOTBA Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for 6:00pm on Sunday, November 26 at Sandown Park. This intends to be an open forum to allow members to express their ideas on current issues and how they would like to see GOTBA represent them going forward. This is a great opportunity to come together and exchange ideas, so that GOTBA can do what is best for the future of our association and the wonderful sport of greyhound racing. If you are interested in nominating for the GOTBA Committee, please contact us to request a nomination form (contact information below).
Nomination forms must be lodged no later than Sunday, November 5 (21 days prior to the AGM).
WHAT IS THE GOTBA? Website: gotbavictoria.wildapricot.org General enquiries: gotbav@gmail.com 0423 357 620
The Greyhound Owners, Trainers and Breeders Association (GOTBA) of Victoria is a notfor-profit incorporated association, run by a committee of volunteers who work towards the constant improvement of the sport on behalf of member and their greyhounds. Current members are Sandra Reed (President and Treasurer), Robert Britton and Lynton Hogan (co-Vice Presidents), Gayle Osbourne (Secretary), John Reid, John Cheeseman, Karen Leek, Geoff Miles and Brian Selleck.
1 point Q. Which of the following greyhounds did not win the Great Chase? A) Unlawful Entry B) Promises Kept C) Lightning Frank GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
Q. Zinzan Brooke won which group race on the Victorian provincial circuit in September 2017?
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TRIAL YOUR KNOWLEDGE
GREYHOUND QUIZ
Q. Which greyhound won the Topgun in 2010 and was inducted into GRV’s Hall of Fame in 2017?
2 points Q. Name the Geelong Cup winner that dead-heated for first place in the inaugural Topgun in 1993? Q. Which greyhound won the 2016 Geelong Cup? Q. What colour was the 2010 Great Chase winner Up And Away? A) Black B) Blue C) Brindle D) Fawn
Go to page 34 for the answers!
3 points Q. Which female NSW greyhound led all the way to win the first Topgun held at The Meadows in 1999 by 10 lengths?
IMPROVING TRACK SAFETY A MAJOR PRIORITY GRV’s Board, management and clubs are committed to reducing the number of serious racetrack injuries as a critical priority for the industry. GRV has worked with clubs over the past couple of years on a number of initiatives to help reduce injuries and is now implementing or considering a range of further initiatives to address this problem including: • Forums with On Track Vets (OTV) and Racetrack Managers to review data, discuss the issue and develop further options • Enhancement of OTV training • The potential need for a new rule requiring greyhounds which haven’t raced for three months or more to perform a solo clearance trial at a track before their nomination is accepted • GRV to conduct a statistical assessment of risk factors associated with racetrack injury and provide a report to OTVs identifying greyhounds which may require a more detailed pre-race veterinary inspection • Looking at measures to increase the amount of time OTVs spend assessing greyhounds immediately prior to racing • Fixed cameras to be installed on the first turn and in all catching pens at every track • Thorough inspection by Stewards of the area/position on the track where serious injuries have occurred • Stewards and OTVs to provide more detailed reports in situations where track deaths have occurred • Epidemiological review of all major and catastrophic injuries that occur on Victorian racetracks to refine the understanding of the key risk factors • Further research to be undertaken on the location and operation of catching pens, including training and accreditation of catching pen staff as suitable to perform the task.
Check out GRV’s suite of greyhound first-aid videos with Dr Chris Boemo at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/videos/first-aid
GREYHOUND RACING MAINSTAY RETIRES Pat Griffin’s (pictured) long-serving career in greyhound racing administration has drawn to a close after she retired from GRV on September 28. Having started her career in greyhound racing with the Melbourne Greyhound Racing Association at Olympic Park in the 1970s alongside the late GRV Hall of Fame inductee, Ken Carr, Pat ran the club from an operational perspective including managing the old greyhound totalizator betting system.
After departing the MGRA in the early 1990s, Pat held key administration positions at the Sandown GRC and Geelong GRC before moving to GRV in 2004, where she performed a variety of roles including managing The Watchdog form service, Executive Assistant to the CEO and more recently in Human Resources. “Pat has always been a reliable, efficient and hard-working person…someone who knows that it’s not only important to be at work, but when you are, you do the best job possible. Pat’s contribution will never be underestimated,” Shaw said.
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“Pat was basically second in charge in the MGRA’s halcyon days at Olympic Park,” recalled GRV’s COO - Corporate Services, Robert Shaw. “Whilst Ken Carr is regarded as one of the industry’s great administrators, he knew the importance of having good people under him. Pat was his go-to person and she did an enormous amount of work behind the scenes in making Olympic Park a fantastic operation.
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By Andrew Copley
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ICG members (from left) Marg Long, Tracey Corneille, Sheldon Hamilton, Dr. Barbara Backhoy, Peter Craig, Nicole Lund, Sandra Reed, Deborah Churchill and Brian Jones with GRV CEO, Alan Clayton. Picture by Clint Anderson
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ICG PLAYS KEY ROLE IN ATTEMPT TO STIMULATE QUALITY BREEDING
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By Andrew Copley Breeding numbers, feeding options and the evolution of the role of race clubs were among the key items discussed at the ICG meeting held on September 7. GRV’s Board and Management recognise low breeding numbers as a critical issue for the industry, and as such sought advice from the ICG on how to turn this situation around. ICG members put forward a number of ideas and suggestions. GRV is to formulate a proposal aimed at stimulating quality breeding. Having regard for the high number of positive swabs that participants and the RADB attribute to contaminated knackery meat, a review comparing kangaroo/chicken with knackery meat was presented to the ICG for comment. This prompted a lively discussion, with the ICG requesting further analysis before reconvening on the issue.
The subject of community and club engagement was discussed, with ICG members expressing that race clubs are an important conduit between GRV and participants, and the interface between the industry and the broader community. It was suggested that encouraging participants to nominate a home club/s would assist in strengthening relationships between clubs and their local/ regular participants. Items to be included for future discussion by the ICG: - greyhound muscle manipulators / canine chiropractors - the shortage of vets working in the greyhound industry and the lack of vets with greyhound racing expertise - the possibility of a return of short-course racing at metropolitan venues
Q & A WITH THE ICG’S SHELDON HAMILTON Q. When and why did you join the ICG? I was fortunate to be given the opportunity to join ICG in May this year. I want to put something back into the sport and now I have the time to commit. Q. How have you found your experiences on the ICG so far? I really enjoy listening to every single person on this committee. Not one person comes with their own agenda. Every agenda item is not just hearsay. It's documented and has a to do action further up the line. Because of ICG I know the GRV Board will make more informed decisions based on feedback we collect and present. Q. What is your home track? Ballarat. I'm very fortunate I live in the birth place of the Australian sport, in fact I’m only 668m from Eureka Stockade. Q. What is your background in greyhound racing and how did you get involved? I’m a third-generation participant and, from age 12, dad (John
Hamilton) would take me to the dogs, mostly on Ballarat Cup night. From the age of 18 my mates and I met up every Wednesday night at the dogs. I have bred and owned many greyhounds over 30 years and trained for the past 10 years. Q. Best greyhounds you’ve been associated with? As an owner I’ve had six greyhounds that won at least one city race. Bewdy Mahte, Vermont and Triple Agent have won mixed grade city races, and to me that’s as good as a group win. Q. Do you have an occupation aside from training greyhounds? I have a sales agency with DDS Sharp, and our showroom is conveniently around the corner from Morshead Park (Ballarat GRC). Q. What are your interests outside of greyhound racing? Sport is my greatest passion. I enjoy seeing sports people under pressure and always like an underdog winning. Q. Your thoughts on greyhound racing in Victoria? When I started in greyhound racing we had 7% of TAB turnover. Today we are a bit above 20%. I’m very appreciative to have the greatest facilities and prize money in the world right at my door step. I want to see greyhound racing have more participation and growth.
WHAT IS THE ICG? In 2016, the Board of Greyhound Racing Victoria appointed an Industry Consultative Group (ICG), with members having appropriate experience and diversity across a number of areas. The ICG meets every six weeks to discuss major issues facing the industry, out of which suggestions are forwarded to GRV’s Board for consideration.
The ICG panel comprises of Judith Bornstein (Chair), Dr Barbara Backhoy, Deborah Churchill, Steven Clarke, Tracey Corneille, Peter Craig, Sheldon Hamilton, Brian Jones, Marg Long, Nicole Lund, Daniel Nugent, Sandra Reed and Tom Welsh.
NEW PLANNING MEASURES A STEP FORWARD Following the Victorian Government’s release of the new planning measures for greyhound facilities in August 2017, GRV is currently working on developing options to help support participants through the planning process. The new planning requirements were introduced to streamline planning approval processes for new or existing greyhound facilities, so greyhound facility owners and operators know what they can and can’t build. They provide a much-needed set of consistent and measurable requirements to provide clarity for greyhound participants. The new requirements apply to all land in the Rural Living, Green Wedge, Green Wedge A, Rural Conservation, Farming
and Rural Activity zones. They apply to an application to use land for racing dog keeping and racing dog training or an application to extend an existing facility. A facility with an existing permit may continue to operate in accordance with the permit without having to obtain a new permit or comply with the new requirements.
To read the new guidelines for greyhound facilities across Victoria go to:
greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/planning
NEW PLANNING MEASURES CREATE POSITIVE FUTURE By Molly Haines Anakie owner, trainer and breeder Sean Cachia believes that the introduction of the new streamlined planning measures is a positive step forward for greyhound racing in Victoria. Cachia has spent the last three years and an estimated $30,000 applying for a 40 racing greyhound permit at his 10 acre property in Anakie. “The new planning measures provide, not only me as a hobbyist, but also the wider greyhound community with hope and a focus moving forward,” Cachia said. “I see breeding numbers going up and the amount of hobby trainers in the sport increasing because a lot of permit costs will disappear.” For Cachia and his young family, the new planning measures mean they can continue to breed, rear, educate and train their own greyhounds with hopes of it one day becoming a profitable hobby. Manager of Animal Welfare Authorised Officers at Greyhound Racing Victoria, Ken Waixel said it is important for participants to be aware that there is a state-wide overhaul of the current application process and, therefore, there are changes to planning permits in all industries. “If you have questions about the planning permits it is best to contact your local council,” Waixel said. “GRV is working on developing options to help support our participants through the new planning process to make it as easy as possible.”
2017 COURSING FEATURE RACE WINNERS More than $120,000 in prize money was spread across Victoria’s 2017 coursing season. Below are the winners of the 10 richest events…
Event: 2017 Waterloo Purse Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: August 25 & 26 First Prize: $1,689 Winner: Dual Keroma Breeding: June 2015 Lochinvar Marlow and Duanna Keroma Breeder: Valentine Fitzaimmons Owner: Pitstock Pitstock Syndicate
Event: Burton’s IGA Supermarket Longwood Cup Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: August 13 First Prize: $1,350 Winner: Gotham Queen Breeding: March 2015 Barcia Bale and Evie’s Entity Breeder: James Van de Maat Owner: SMKN Syndicate Trainer: Sean Lithgow (Sean Lithgow) Runner-up: Night Attack Event: Sale GRC Victorian Derby Track: Lang Lang Coursing Club Date: July 15 First Prize: $3,765 Winner: Last Outlaw Breeding: April 2015 Talk’s Cheap and Hot Genetics Breeder: Malcolm Davis Owner: Sonia Davis Trainer: Malcolm Davis (Altona Green) Runner-up: Destroyer Event: Sale GRC Victorian Oaks Track: Lang Lang Coursing Club Date: July 15 First Prize: $3,765
Winner: Gotham Queen Breeding: March 2015 Barcia Bale and Evie’s Entity Breeder: James Van de Maat Owner: SMKN Syndicate Trainer: Sean Lithgow (Sean Lithgow) Runner-up: Baby Houseman Event: Sylvester Doyle Puppy Championship Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: June 11 & 18 First Prize: $3,695 Winner: Last Outlaw Breeding: April 2015 Talk’s Cheap and Hot Genetics Breeder: Malcolm Davis Owner: Sonia Davis Trainer: Malcolm Davis (Altona Green) Runner-up: Gotham Queen Event: Ray Boundy Memorial Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: June 11 & 18 First Prize: $1,095 Winner: Cullquin Bomber Breeding: January 2014 Barcia Bale and Shiraz Monelli Breeder: Peter and Shara Syndicate Owner: Peter and Shara Syndicate Trainer: Richard Anchen (Nagambie) Runner-up: Groucho
Event: McRae Holden Benalla Cup Track: Benalla Coursing Club Date: May 28 First Prize: $1,200 Winner: Better Than This Breeding: October 2013 Knocka Norria and Father Of Mine Breeder/Owner: Sparkle and Fade Syndicate Trainer: Ashlee Terry (Cranbourne South) Runner-up: Ido Voodoo Event: Noel Ryan Memorial Werribee Cup Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: May 14 First Prize: $1,000 Winner: Johnnie Red Breeding: May 2014 Spring Gun and Allez Bijoux Breeder: Graham Glass Owner: Jane Eliza Syndicate Trainer: Russell McRae (Junction Village) Runner-up: Ido Voodoo
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Event: 2017 Waterloo Plate Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: August 25 & 26 First Prize: $1,689 Winner: Last Outlaw Breeding: April 2015 Talk’s Cheap and Hot Genetics Breeder: Malcolm Davis Owner: Sonia Davis Trainer: Malcolm Davis (Altona Green) Runner-up: Sweet Spud
Trainer: Susan Pitstock (Mangrove Mountain) Runner-up: Provenance
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Event: 2017 Waterloo Cup Track: Longwood Coursing Club Date: August 25 & 26 First Prize: $12,970 Winner: Better Than This Breeding: October 2013 Knocka Norris and Father Of Mine Breeder: Sparkle and Fade Syndicate Owner: Sparkle and Fade Syndicate Trainer: Ashlee Terry (Cranbourne South) Runner-up: Night Attack
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From time to time the GRV Integrity department releases important information in relation to new policies, guidelines and any other ‘Steward’ related matters. This information can be found on the FastTrack website under the ‘Stewards’ tab and then selecting the ‘General Alerts’ page.
Professional Standards & Integrity report
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RACING STATISTICS - AUGUST 2017 Marring:
7
Fail To Chase:
26
Satisfactory Trials Cleared:
64
Satisfactory Trials Not Cleared:
7
Swabs taken July 2017:
1,160
Positive Swab Results:
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substance (Cobalt) for an event at the WBL meeting held on 16/03/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be 15 months suspension with 11 months of that period suspended. In addition, the greyhounds are disqualified from the races.
Swabs taken 1400 1200 1000 800 600
2016
2017
Matthew Marshall – RADB Hearing 15/11/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Iconic Chief’ free of any prohibited substance (Arsenic) for an event at the SLE meeting held on 16/04/17, and failed to produce treatment records for inspection when requested. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be a period of 6 months suspension, fully suspend, and a fine of $1,000. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Jeanette Imlach – RADB Hearing 7/09/17 - Administered or caused to be administered and failed to present the greyhound ‘Jayanti’ free of any prohibited substance (Arsenic) for an event at the WGL meeting held on 4/05/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be a period of 6 months suspension, fully suspend, and a fine of $750. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Kim Ryan – RADB Hearing 6/09/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Early Spring’ free of any prohibited substance (theobromine) for an event at the HVL meeting held on 23/04/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty was 2 months suspension. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. (Ms Ryan has appealed the RADB decision to VCAT and is awaiting the hearing). Troy Scott – RADB Hearing 4/09/17 - Administered or caused to be administered and failed to present the greyhound ‘Archer’s Will’ free of any prohibited substance (Cobalt)for an event at the BEN meeting held on 22/03/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be a 12-month suspension with 9 months of that period suspended. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. (Mr Scott has appealed the RADB decision to VCAT and is awaiting the hearing). Melissa Elliot - RADB Hearing 31/08/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Osaka Bale’ free of any prohibited substance (Sotalol) for an event at the CRN meeting held on 18/04/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be 3 months suspension, with that penalty wholly suspended. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Austin Dillon – RADB Hearing 30/08/17 - Administered or caused to be administered, and failed to present the greyhound ‘Big Easy Red’ free of any prohibited substance (Cobalt) for an event at the MEA meeting held on 15/04/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be a $1,500 fine. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. David Taylor – RADB Hearing 28/08/17 - Administered or caused to be administered, and failed to present the greyhound ‘Trick Of Light’ free of any prohibited substance (Cobalt) for an event at the WBL meeting held on 19/01/17. And administered or caused to be administered, and failed to present the greyhound ‘Khaleesi Miss’ free of any prohibited
Gary Brett – RADB Hearing 25/08/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Fiery Nell’ free of any prohibited substance (Caffeine and theobromine) for an event at the HVL meeting held on 21/04/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be a 2-month suspension, fully suspended, and subject to Mr. Brett giving an undertaking not to nominate any greyhound for any race on any track during the next 2 months, and a fine of $750. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Joseph Sultana – RADB Hearing 23/08/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Lucky Andy’ free of any prohibited substance (codeine and morphine) for an event at the TRA meeting held on 1/05/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be 5 months disqualification. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Deborah Mowat – RADB Hearing 23/08/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Shanakee’ free of any prohibited substance (Meloxicam) for an event at the SAN meeting held on 6/04/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be a fine of $2,000 but with $500 suspend. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Daryl Weightman – RADB Hearing 22/08/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Red Light Runner’ free of any prohibited substance (Arsenic) for an event at the BAL meeting held on 1/02/17.The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be six months suspension, fully suspended, and a $1000 fine. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Heather Collins – RADB Hearing 21/08/17 - Administered or caused to be administered, and failed to present the greyhound ‘Paula Bale’ free of any prohibited substance (Cobalt) for an event at MEA meeting held on 25 January 2017. Also, administered or caused to be administered, and failed to present the greyhound ‘Paula Bale’ free of any prohibited substance (Cobalt) for an event at the BAL meeting held on 8/02/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be 15 months suspension with 9 months of that period being suspended. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the races. Graham Hall – RADB Hearing 21/08/17 - Administered or caused to be administered, and failed to present the greyhound ‘Black Paws’ free of any prohibited substance (Cobalt) for an event at the CRN meeting held on 20/06/16. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be 12 months suspension with 9 months of that period suspended. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Robert Camilleri – RADB Hearing 18/08/17 - Failed to present the greyhound ‘Barb Allen’ free of any prohibited substance (Buprenorphine and Norbuprenorphine) for an event at the WBL meeting held on 7/01/17. The RADB determined the appropriate penalty to be disqualification for 12 months with 9 months of that period suspended. In addition, the greyhound is disqualified from the race. Janine Walker – RADB Hearing 15/08/17 - Various animal welfare charges under the following rules - GAR 106 (1)(c), GAR 106 (2), GAR86(p), GAR106(1)(d) and GAR 86 (h). The periods of disqualification amount to 18 months in total. (Ms Walker has appealed the RADB decision to VCAT and is awaiting the hearing).
The Greyhound Adoption Program had a stand at the 2017 Royal Melbourne Show, with GAP ambassador Bernie Vince proving a huge hit among the kids and dogs. The Melbourne AFL star’s presence on 27 September attracted coverage on radio (SEN) and television (Channel 7). Picture by Clint Anderson
FATHERS' DAY FUN AT TRARALGON
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“The majority of people there were at the greyhound races for the first time,” Traralgon GRC Manager Steven Clarke said. “They all had a great time watching the races, eating great food and participating in competitions
like ‘Last father standing’, which required participants to choose the winner of six races in a row for the chance to win a night at Crown Casino.” Although none of the dads managed to select the six winners, a host of other prizes were given away including a flat screen TV, free rounds of golf and car care packages. Clarke acknowledged the efforts of his staff in bringing the night together.
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More than 400 people attended the Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club’s inaugural Father’s Day event on September 1, and the night was such a success that the club is looking forward to doing it all again next year.
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GAP Testing Dates
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NOTE: The entry fee for greyhounds into the GAP has been waived permanently
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Re-homing of all greyhounds is a key goal for GRV. To assist owners with re-homing their greyhounds, GRV made some changes in October 2016 to the GAP pre-entry assessment testing booking process, which is working very well: • Spaces in the pre-entry assessment sessions are now booked through Member Services during office hours on 03 83291100 or by emailing gapbooking@grv.org.au • All sessions for October - December 2017 are listed on this page, with later dates released each month. • To be eligible for a pre-entry assessment your greyhound must: • have a current C5 vaccination; and • not have been trained, trialled or raced for at least one month (preferably two months) prior to the testing day (“winddown period”). This will increase the likelihood of your greyhound passing the temperament test. A new ‘Racing to Retirement’ information booklet is available through Member Services or at: greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/retirement-from-racing. • Only three greyhounds per connection can be booked in each pre-entry assessment session. • Participants must provide a good quality, well fitted wire muzzle when entering a greyhound into GAP. Pre-entry Assessment Booking Number:
03 8329 1100
Pre-entry Assessment email:
gapbooking@grv.org.au Please Note: Status of sessions marked as FULL are as at the time of final proofing and may change prior to publication. Testing dates and times are subject to change.
LOCATION
TESTING DAY
TIME
Sandown
Monday, 2 October 2017 (FULL)
10.00am to 1.00pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 3 October 2017 (FULL)
9.30am to 12.30pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 4 October 2017 (FULL)
9.00am to 12.00pm
Bendigo
Monday, 9 October 2017 (FULL)
10.30am to 1.30pm
GAP/Seymour
Tuesday, 10 October 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Warrnambool
Wednesday, 11 October 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
Geelong
Thursday, 12 October 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 16 October 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 17 October 2017 (FULL)
9.30am to 12.30pm
Cranbourne
Tuesday, 17 October 2017 (FULL)
10.00am to 1.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Monday, 23 October 2017 (FULL)
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sale
Tuesday, 24 October 2017 (FULL)
9.00am to 12.00pm
Ballarat
Tuesday, 24 October 2017(FULL)
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 30 October 2017 (FULL)
10.00am to 1.00pm
Geelong
Thursday, 2 November 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Monday, 6 November 2017 (FULL)
9.00am to 12.00pm
Warrnambool
Wednesday, 8 November 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 13 November 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 14 November 2017
9.30am to 12.30pm
Cranbourne
Tuesday, 14 November 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Monday, 20 November 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sale
Tuesday, 21 November 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 22 November 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Bendigo
Monday, 27 November 2017
10.30am to 1.30pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 28 November 2017
9.30am to 12.30pm
Geelong
Thursday, 30 November 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 4 December 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Tuesday, 5 December 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Geelong
Thursday, 7 December 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Shepparton
Monday, 11 December 2017
9.30am to 12.30pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 12 December 2017
9.30am to 12.30pm
Cranbourne
Thursday, 14 December 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 18 December 2017
10.00am to 1.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Tuesday, 19 December 2017
9.00am to 12.00pm
Q & A ON GAP PRE-ENTRY ASSESSMENTS Greyhound Adoption Program Manager Larissa Darragh provides an insight into GAP’s pre-entry assessments. Q. What is the purpose of pre-entry assessments? The purpose of the pre-entry assessment is to determine if a greyhound is going to be suitable for immediate entry into GAP, or if they will require further socialisation or handling prior to coming to GAP. Q. What is involved in the test and how long does it take? First, the greyhound will have their microchip scanned to determine their identity. They will then be fitted with a secure collar and a plastic yard muzzle. One GAP assessor will bring them into the assessment yard while the second GAP assessor will handle the small test dog. The greyhound will be allowed to quietly approach the small dog and to smell it – the assessors will allow plenty of time for this to ensure the greyhound does understand that the small, white fluffy thing in front of them is actually a dog. If this goes well the small dog will be allowed to run around, and the behaviour of the greyhound will be noted. If safe to do so, the greyhound will also be allowed off lead. The assessment may run from five to ten minutes, depending on each greyhound. GAP assessors are very experienced in reading canine body language and behaviour, and can pick up subtle nuances that the general public may not detect. Q. Where and how often are pre-entry assessment sessions held? Pre-entry assessments are usually conducted three times a week, mostly at greyhound race tracks all over Victoria. They are also conducted regularly at GAP Seymour for those participants who find this more convenient or would prefer to have their greyhound assessed away from a racing environment.
Q. What constitutes as a fail at a pre-entry assessment? Fails include, but are not limited to, the greyhound attempting to bite the small test dog or be excessively rough with the test dog, the greyhound attempting to bite the handler or assessor, the greyhound being excessively fearful or the greyhound having a significant untreated health issue that is going to impact on their ability to find a long-term home. Q. What happens to a greyhound if it fails the pre-entry assessment? If the greyhound fails the pre-entry assessment they go home again with their owner or trainer. Q. What do you say to people who suggest that it is unfair to the greyhounds that pre-entry assessment sessions happen at racetracks? GAP has 12 months worth of data that confirms that undertaking pre-entry assessments at greyhound racetracks has no impact on the assessment outcome. GAP, however, understands that some participants may feel uncomfortable about undergoing a pre-entry assessment at a race track so offers regular assessments at the GAP kennels in Seymour. Q. What do you say to people who suggest that pre-entry assessments don’t reflect real world situations and are the equivalent to what racing participants would call a ‘stir up’? While all greyhounds must be on-leash on public, other dogs are not necessarily so, and there are situations where, contrary to the law, greyhounds are not on-leash. The temperament testing of greyhounds must take this into account to ensure they are safe in these situations.
Q. How can you book your greyhound in for a pre-entry assessment?
OCTOBER 2017
Please call Member Services to book in your greyhound. The greyhound must not have raced for at least four weeks prior to presentation for assessment, and must also have a current C5 vaccination. Q. What does a greyhound need to do to pass its pre-entry assessment?
Q. What happens to the greyhound once it has passed? Once the greyhound has passed the assessment, their ownership will immediately be transferred to GAP. They will be fitted with a name tag, treated with Advocate, and put into the GAP trailer to be returned to the GAP kennels. After settling into GAP the greyhound will undergo a second (more comprehensive) assessment, be de-sexed and have a health check (and dental), then either be made available for adoption or be sent to foster care for further training.
Larissa Darragh (left) and Jenny Layton conducting a GAP pre-entry assessment
Helpful hints • While a greyhound requires a minimum of a 28-day wind down from racing to be booked in for a pre-entry assessment, a minimum eight weeks is recommended. • A current C5 and GAP transfer forms to be completed and returned to the office at least 14 days prior to your assessment date to avoid cancellation of your booking. • If you are unable to attend your scheduled pre-entry assessment date, please call our office early to ensure we can offer the place to somebody else who is waiting for an assessment. Lodging your GAP paperwork shortly after making your booking increases your chances of an earlier date being offered to you if a cancellation arises.
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In order to pass its pre-entry assessment the greyhound needs to be sociable with the small dog, and not attempt to grab or be excessively rough with it. The greyhound also needs to be sociable with people and not be so fearful that the assessors are unable to catch him in the test yard. GAP accepts greyhounds who have had broken or amputated limbs, greyhounds with pannus, and other health issues (please discuss with GAP if your greyhound has a specific health issue prior to booking your dog in for assessment).
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WHELPED
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ALLEN DEED
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Sep 02, 2017
3 Males 4 Females
DYNA SHINKO
Sep 05, 2017
2 Males
KAYMAC MAGIC
Sep 10, 2017
2 Males 1 Females
NATURAL OYSTER
Jul 27, 2017
BANJO BOY
BARCIA BALE
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LOLLIPOP BLING
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TRISTAN DALES
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CALABRESE GINA
Sep 07, 2017
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NAYLA SWIFT
Sep 04, 2017
3 Males 3 Females
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FLORENCE ROSE
Aug 14, 2017
2 Males 2 Females
PARIS SPARKS
Aug 01, 2017
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Sep 01, 2017
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Sep 08, 2017
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Aug 01, 2017
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Sep 03, 2017
4 Males 2 Females
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Jul 23, 2017
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Sep 07, 2017
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Aug 23, 2017
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Aug 05, 2017
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Jul 28, 2017
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TOTAL BLONDE
Sep 17, 2017
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Jul 30, 2017
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Jul 26, 2017
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Aug 25, 2017
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WHERE'S PEDRO
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Jul 29, 2017
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Apr 11, 2017
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Jul 04, 2017
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Jul 18, 2017
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Jul 11, 2017
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May 31, 2017
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GRV would like to remind participants of the requirements to register females for breeding.
GRV recommends applying for your DNA kit as early as possible to allow sufficient time for DNA results to be returned to Greyhounds Australasia and recorded before the greyhound is in season. The turnaround of the DNA result can be somewhere between two and six weeks, dependent on the Lab.
For more information please contact Greyhounds Australasia at admin@galtd.org.au or 9548 3500. To find out more about registering for a Pink Card, including fees, exemptions, stud masters and FSI technician responsibilities, go to: grv.org.au/pinkcard
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
For a female to be eligible to breed, participants must ensure their greyhound has DNA results registered with Greyhounds Australasia. Steps how to do this are as follows: 1. Contact GA and apply for a DNA kit 2. Take the kit and the greyhound to your vet 3. Vet will complete the sample and post to the lab 4. After processing, the lab will inform GA and DNA number will be attached to the greyhound’s record via FastTrack 5. If all other requirements have been met (see right for PINK CARD registration) the greyhound will be ready to complete the registration.
OCTOBER 2017
DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE – DNA
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'BOOMER' ON BOARD By Luke Holmesby AFL games record holder Brent 'Boomer' Harvey (pictured) is the new ambassador for Victorian greyhound racing. The former North Melbourne great, who retired at the end of 2016, has joined Greyhound Racing Victoria to promote the sport to a wider audience. Harvey will be attending key greyhound racing events, fronting promotional campaigns and spreading the word about greyhound racing being a sport for all. The five-time Kangaroos best and fairest winner said he was excited about joining GRV in the role. “I’m a big fan of greyhound racing – it’s such a unique, fun and exciting sport and it means so much to so many people around Victoria,” Harvey said. “I love the idea of being able to tell some of the great stories that are out there.” Harvey said he found the inclusive nature of greyhound racing to be the most appealing part of the sport. “It’s very accessible, anyone can come along to watch and be a part of it, it’s a lot of fun and the dogs are so athletic – it’s quite amazing to watch them do what they do best when you’re live at the track,” he said. “A day or night at the greyhound races is a really enjoyable experience and we want to let everyone know that if they haven’t already they should come down to their local club to see what it’s all about.”
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GREYHOUND RACING AND AFL COMBINE IN SUPPORT FOR CHARITY The Paula Boota-trained Fitz Tate with owner Maurice Fitzpatrick, 14-year-old Connor Clarke and Craig Hutchison at Ronald McDonald House.
By Luke Holmesby Greyhound Racing Victoria’s Chase for Charity promotion with Croc Media has been a runaway success with more than $30,000 raised for charity.
The Chase For Charity concept pits Craig Hutchison, Liam Pickering and Dr Turf in a competition to see who can raise the most for their nominated charity, according to their weekly greyhound racing bets on Croc Media’s Off The Bench radio program. Football media personality Hutchison has raised more than $10,000 for his nominated charity Ronald McDonald House Charities Australia and visited the house earlier this week to meet Fitz Tate, a brindle dog who raised $728 for the cause after a recent win at Bendigo. Also in attendance was Fitz Tate’s owner, Maurice Fitzpatrick and 14-year-old Connor Clarke who has been using Ronald McDonald House’s facilities as he embarks on a brave battle with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Hutchison said he was chuffed to see that his bets could end up benefitting people like Connor and everyone who uses Ronald McDonald House.
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House because I love the work they do here and the people and what it means for them,” Hutchison said. “I’d like to thank Greyhound Racing Victoria for their incredible support of these three amazing charities. It means a lot and I think GRV has such an unbelievably philanthropic spirit and a sense of community that shines through this promotion.” Hutchison’s connection to greyhound racing goes all the way back to when he was a 12-year-old attending his local club Warragul with his father Ken. “It’s a sport that really unites people and it is so fascinating. It’s nice to be involved in the GRV Chase For Charity to make a more meaningful contribution to such a special house.” Fitzpatrick wasn’t aware of the good fortune Fitz Tate brought to Ronald McDonald house at the time, but said he was overjoyed to know that his dog could make a difference. “It’s great and a real honour to know that we’ve helped in some way. We’ve got 12 grandkids and you always hope they don’t need to use a service like Ronald McDonald House but it’s nice to help out regardless.” Ballarat native Connor, who wore his beloved Crows jumper as they prepare for this week’s Grand Final against Richmond, said he was a big fan of greyhounds both on and off the track. “It’s really cool. I love the greyhounds, I watch them a bit. I’d love to have one as a pet,” he said. “I’m really happy Ronald McDonald House could benefit from something like this. They’ve given us a home ever since I was diagnosed in July. It’s given us a home for a couple of months and I’m really thankful for that.”
EXPERIENCE ON TWO-TURN TRACKS THE KEY TO WINNING TAB GREAT CHASE: BORG By Andrew Copley Maryborough’s Joe Borg (pictured with Promises Kept) has some sound advice for fellow trainers ahead of October’s lucrative $230,000 TAB Great Chase series. Borg, who has trained two Great Chase Grand Final winners, insists that giving greyhounds experience at negotiating two turns, including in trials out of the boxes, will dramatically increase their chances of success in the event. “I think the key factor to winning the Great Chase is experience at this track (The Meadows),” Borg said following his 2016 Great Chase win with Promises Kept. “A lot of people don’t realise how much it means for a dog to go around and get the experience around two turns.” The TAB Great Chase is a unique series in that it is for greyhounds with 1-5 wins, with heats run across all of Victoria’s 13 racetracks, mostly one-turn venues. From there, greyhounds progress through to semi-finals at The Meadows, and this is the point where many dogs come unstuck if they haven’t trialled or raced around two turns before. “I learned early days with dogs I’ve trained who had a lot of experience on u-shaped tracks. They’d come here (to The Meadows) and they’d need three or four goes before they really showed their true potential,” Borg explained. The more opportunities you give your greyhound to have a look at The Meadows, the better your chances are of winning this prestigious event. The Meadows trial information – see page 35
Semi Finals x 6
Heats
Prize Money - 1st $8,000 2nd $2,290 3rd $1,145
Prize Money - 1st $1,650 2nd $475 3rd $235 Track
Distance
Dogs to Progress
Friday 6th October 2017 (T)
500m
4 and 1 Res
Traralgon
Friday 6th October 2017 (N)
525m
3 and 1 Res
Healesville
Sunday 8th October 2017 (D)
350m
3
Sandown (SAP)
Sunday 8th October 2017 (D)
515m
3 and 1 Res
Sale
Sunday 8th October 2017 (T)
440m
3 and 1 Res
Horsham
Tuesday 10th October 2017 (T)
485m
3 and 1 Res 5 and 1 Res
Warragul
Tuesday 10th October 2017 (N)
460m
Meadows (MEP)
Wednesday 11th October 2017 (D)
525m
4 and 1 Res
Cranbourne
Wednesday 11th October 2017 (N)
520m
4 and 1 Res
Ballarat
Wednesday 11th October 2017 (N)
450m
5 and 1 Res
Shepparton
Thursday 12th October 2017 (T)
450m
4 and 1 Res
Geelong
Thursday 12th October 2017 (N)
460m
4 and 1 Res
Warrnambool
Thursday 12th October 2017 (N)
450m
3 and 1 Res
Meadows (MEP)
Wednesday 18th October, 2017 (D)
525m
Who qualifies for the Grand Final? • The 6 greyhounds who finish 1st in their Semi Finals • And 2 greyhounds who finish 2nd in their Semi Finals and record the 1st and 2nd fastest times of the 2nd placed greyhounds • Additionally, the 2 greyhounds who finish 2nd in their Semi Finals and record the 3rd and 4th fastest times of the 2nd placed greyhounds will be allocated as the reserves in the Grand Final.
Grand Final
Prize Money - 1st $47,000 2nd $13,350 3rd $6,650 Meadows (MEP)
Wednesday 25th October, 2017 (D)
OCTOBER 2017
Date
Bendigo
525m
Nomination closing times are as per normal for each of the Victorian clubs.
Contact GRV on 03 8329 1100 should you have any questions
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Conditions of Entry 1. Victorian Bred and Trained greyhounds only. 2. For Greyhounds with 1-5 wins (Maidens Ineligible). 3. Greyhounds must have been domiciled in Victoria for 90 days or more prior to the close of nominations. Greyhounds that have commenced racing under 90 days must only have been domiciled in a Victorian kennel. 4. A greyhound must not be under any order of probation under the rules of Greyhound Racing Victoria at the time of nomination that will not allow it to compete at The Meadows, for the 2017 TAB Great Chase Semi Finals and Grand Final. 5. Each greyhound is only eligible to compete in one series of heats. 6. The heats are open to the best greyhounds nominated plus reserves and will be capped at the number of greyhounds progressing to Semi Finals. 7. The number of greyhounds progressing to the Semi Finals differs at each track. 3 greyhounds will progress from Healesville. 3 greyhounds plus 1 reserve will progress from: Horsham, Sale, Sandown, Traralgon and Warrnambool. 4 greyhounds plus 1 reserve will progress from: Bendigo, Cranbourne, Geelong, Shepparton and The Meadows. 5 greyhounds plus 1 reserve will progress from: Ballarat and Warragul. There will be a ‘ballot’ for the reserve positions. Eligibility to compete in Semi Finals subject to GRV Rule LR33.8. 8. The Winners and the fastest second placegetters from the 6 Semi Finals will progress to the Grand Final. 9. Upon entering this event, trainers will make themselves and their greyhound/s available for any reasonable promotional opportunities relating to this event at Greyhound Racing Victoria’s request. This may include visiting community groups at their facility as well as media and photo opportunities as they arise. 10. Greyhound Racing Victoria reserves the right to alter and amend conditions and prize money for The 2017 TAB Great Chase. Any changes to these terms and conditions will be published on www.grv.org.au.
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RACING CALENDAR
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RACING CALENDAR
Nominations - (03) 8329 1111 Mon to Fri: 7.30am - 12noon On-line Nominations - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week
Scratchings - (03) 8329 1100 Weekdays: 7.30am - 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:30am - 9:00am & 3:00pm - 4:30pm
DATE
TIME SLOT
TRACK HVL
Sun, 1 Oct
Mon, 2 Oct
Tue, 3 Oct
Day
Calendar is subject to change Visit fasttrack.grv.org.au for the latest GRV Racing Calendar
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990
520
1650
Restricted Win Final 520 (1 - 4 Wins)
Twilight
TRA
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Night
SHP
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Full Stakes)
GEL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
WBL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)
MEP
Twilight
BEN BAL
Maiden Final 460
460
1325
Restricted Win 525 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)
525
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 525 (Vic Bred Only)
525
1325
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Final 390
390
1650
S/E Veteran 450
450
1325
520
1650
CRN
Restricted Win Final 520 (1 - 4 Wins)
Day
WGL
Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)
Twilight
HOR SAN
Thu, 5 Oct Night
WBL
Day
HVL
Twilight
BEN GEL
26
1325
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Night
Fri, 6 Oct
515
SLE
Day
Night
Twilight
TRA SHP
Sat, 7 Oct Night
MEA HVL
Day Sun, 8 Oct
SAP Twilight
SLE
3000
515
BAL
WGL
WINNER
300
Grade 5 No Penalty 515 (250+ Ranking)
Day
Twilight
DISTANCE
Maiden Heat 515
Twilight
Night
Wed, 4 Oct
SAP
TITLE OF EVENT Healesville Super Sprint - Restricted Win Final 300 (1 - 4 Wins)
Maiden Final 485 (Final HOR 5/10)
485
1325
Grade 5 Heat 715
715
5750
Maiden Final 515
515
5000
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)
450
3050
GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Heat 650 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only)
650
1895
Restricted Win Heat 390 (1 - 4 Wins)
390
1325
300
660
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 300 (250+ Ranking) The Great Chase - Special Event 500 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
500
1650
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 500 (Vic Bred Only)
500
1325
Restricted Win Final 460 (1 - 4 Wins)
460
1650
Castle Of Mey Trophy - Mixed 4/5 Final 525 (Must Have Had One Start At Traralgon)
525
7000
The Great Chase - Special Event 525 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
525
1650
Mixed 6/7 Heat 390 (Final SHP 12/10)
390
1325
Grade 5 450 (Bitches Only)
450
1325
Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)
525
6260
Grade 5 Heat 600
600
5750
The Great Chase - Special Event 350 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
350
1650
Maiden Heat 350
350
500
GDR Novice Grade 7 715
715
2925
The Great Chase - Special Event 515 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
515
1650
The Great Chase - Special Event 440 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
440
1650
Maiden Heat 440
440
990
Day
BAL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Twilight
TRA
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Restricted Win Qualifying Heat 520 (0 - 2 Wins)
520
0
CRN
Maiden Qualifying Heat 311
311
0
Restricted Win Qualifying Heat 311 (1 - 4 Wins)
311
0
Mon, 9 Oct Night
SHP
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight Tue, 10 Oct
TRACK
TITLE OF EVENT Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) The Great Chase - Special Event 485 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
485
The Great Chase - Special Event 460 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
460
1650
S/E Veteran 400
400
1325
The Great Chase - Special Event 525 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
525
1650
Maiden Heat 525
525
990
660
2925
The Great Chase - Special Event 450 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
450
1650
Maiden Quali Final 390
390
1325
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) GDR Restricted Win 660 (0 - 4 Wins)
BAL Night CRN
Twilight
WGL
SHP
GEL
Thu, 12 Oct
Night
SAN
WBL Day
HVL
Maiden Quali Final 450
450
1325
GDR Special Event 699
699
3295
The Great Chase - Special Event 520 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
520
1650
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking) The Great Chase - Special Event 450 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
450
1650
Mixed 6/7 Final 390 (Final SHP 12/10)
390
1650
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 390 (Vic Bred Only)
390
1325
S/E Veteran 450 (250+ Ranking)
450
1325
The Great Chase - Special Event 460 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
460
1650
Maiden Heat 460
460
990
Grade 5 Final 715
715
12000
Melbourne Cup Prelude Series 2 Special Event 515
515
6260
GEL
Geelong
GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Final 650 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only)
650
5000
HOR
Horsham
The Great Chase - Special Event 450 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
450
1650
HVL
Healesville
Restricted Win Final 390 (1 - 4 Wins)
390
1650
MEA
Meadows
500
7500
SLE
Sale
TRA
Traralgon
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 500 (Vic Bred Only)
Fri, 13 Oct
Twilight
BEN
Night
SLE
Twilight
TRA
Night
MEA
Sat, 14 Oct
HVL Day Sun, 15 Oct
Mon, 16 Oct
1650
GEL
WGL
Day
WINNER
HOR
Night
Wed, 11 Oct
DISTANCE
SAP
Bendigo To The Meadows - S/E Heat 500 (No City Wins)
500
1650
Mixed 6/7 Heat 425
425
1325
Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)
440
1325
Grade 5 440 (Bitches Only)
440
1325
Special Event 525
525
2000
Restricted Win Heat 525 (1 - 4 Wins)
525
1325
Grade 5 Final 600
600
12000
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 525 (Vic Bred Only)
525
9060
Heroes Of Healesville Challenge - Special Event 350 (Best Performed Greyhounds At HVL 1/4/17 To 30/9/17)
350
5000
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 350 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
350
660
Maiden Final 350
350
660
Restricted Win Heat 595 (1 - 4 Wins)
595
1525
Grade 5 No Penalty 515 (250+ Ranking)
515
1325
Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking)
440
1325
Maiden Final 440
440
1325
SLE
Day
BAL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight
TRA
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Night
SHP
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
GEL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
HOR
Herb Faux Memorial - Mixed 6/7 Heat 410
410
1325
GDR Special Event 680
680
3295
Tue, 17 Oct Night
WGL
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Wed, 18 Oct
BAL Night
CRN
LEGEND BAL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only)
460
1325
The Great Chase - S/E Semi-Final 525 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
525
8000
Mixed 6/7 Heat 525
525
1325
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)
450
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Final 311 (1 - 4 Wins)
311
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Final 520 (0 - 2 Wins)
520
1325
Maiden Final 311
311
1325
CLUBS Ballarat
BEN
Bendigo
CRN
Cranbourne
SAN Sandown Park SHP
Twilight
Twilight
october
TIME SLOT
RACING CALENDAR
DATE
Shepparton
WGL Warragul WBL
Warrnambool
MEP
Meadows (Provincial)
SAP
Sandown Park (Provincial)
570+ DISTANCE RACING
VICBRED
RANK LIMIT
VETERAN RACE
VICTORIAN BRED DEFINITION Greyhounds whelped prior to January 1st 2015: any greyhound that was whelped in Victoria, and in turn, has an earbrand beginning with a "V". Greyhounds whelped on/after January 1st 2015: any greyhound that was whelped in Victoria and bred by a Victorian registered Breeder.
27
RACING CALENDAR
october
RACING CALENDAR DATE
TIME SLOT
TRACK
Day
WGL
Twilight
SHP
Thu, 19 Oct
SAN Night
Day
Nominations - (03) 8329 1111 Mon to Fri: 7.30am - 12noon On-line Nominations - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week
Scratchings - (03) 8329 1100 Weekdays: 7.30am - 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:30am - 9:00am & 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Twilight
WBL HVL BEN
Calendar is subject to change Visit fasttrack.grv.org.au for the latest GRV Racing Calendar
595
7200
Special Event 390
390
1650
Restricted Win 390 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)
390
1325
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 350 (250+ Ranking)
350
660
GDR Restricted Win 660 (0 - 4 Wins)
660
2925
GEL
S/E Veteran 460
460
1650
Maiden Final 460
460
1325
TRA
Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)
525
1650
Grade 5 No Penalty 410 (250+ Ranking)
410
1325
Restricted Win 485 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)
485
1325
Night
MEA
SAP
Bendigo To The Meadows - S/E Final 525 (No City Wins)
525
6260
Maiden Final 525
525
5000
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 350 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
350
4000
Grade 5 515 (Bitches Only)
515
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 515 (Vic Bred Only)
515
990
President's Cup - Mixed 4/5 Heat 520
520
1405
GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 440 (Vic Bred Only)
440
1325
410
1650
Grade 5 Heat 410 (Final HOR 1/11)
410
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)
460
3050
Twilight
SLE
Day
BAL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight
TRA
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Night
SHP
Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)
GEL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight Tue, 24 Oct Night
Day Twilight
HOR WGL
MEP BEN
Night
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
Restricted Win Final 595 (1 - 4 Wins)
1650
BAL
28
3050 1325
5000
HVL
Wed, 25 Oct
390 450
425
Sat, 21 Oct
Mon, 23 Oct
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 390 (Vic Bred Only) Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)
460
HOR
Sun, 22 Oct
WINNER
Mixed 6/7 Final 425
Twilight
Day
DISTANCE
Geelong Cup - S/E Heat 460
Fri, 20 Oct Night
TITLE OF EVENT Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
CRN
Herb Faux Memorial - Mixed 6/7 Final 410
Mixed 6/7 Heat 400
400
1325
The Great Chase - S/E Group 2 525 (1 - 5 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
525
47000
GDR Novice Grade 7 725
725
2925
Restricted Win Heat 600 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final MEA 6/11)
600
1525
Restricted Win Final 450 (1 - 4 Wins)
450
1650
Maiden Heat 390
390
990
Mixed 6/7 Heat 520
520
1325
S/E Veteran 311
311
1325
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Day
WGL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Restricted Win Final 450 (1 - 4 Wins)
450
1650
Twilight
SHP
Presidents Trophy - Restricted Win Heat 650 (0 - 4 Wins)
650
1525
S/E Veteran 390 (250+ Ranking)
390
1325
Grade 5 Heat 390
390
1325
Thu, 26 Oct BAL
Grade 5 450 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)
450
1325
SAN
Melbourne Cup Prelude Series 3 Special Event 515
515
6260
Day
HVL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)
Twilight
BEN
Restricted Win Heat 500 (1 - 4 Wins)
500
1325
Geelong Cup - S/E Group 2 460
460
47000
Geelong Derby - Special Event 460 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Apr 2015)(Beckley Centre Members Bonus Available)
460
6300
Geelong Oaks - Special Event 460 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Apr 2015)(Beckley Centre Members Bonus Available)
460
6300
GDR Restricted Win 680 (0 - 4 Wins)
680
2925
Night
Fri, 27 Oct
GEL Night
TRA
Mixed 6/7 Heat 400
400
1325
GDR Special Event 665
665
3295
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 525 (Vic Bred Only)
525
1325
TRACK
Twilight
SLE
Sat, 28 Oct Night
MEA
HVL Day
SAP
Sun, 29 Oct Twilight
Mon, 30 Oct
Tue, 31 Oct
SLE
440
1325
440
1325
Maiden 440 (250+ Ranking)
440
990
Topgun - S/E Group 1 525 (By Invitation)
525
150000
Topgun Stayers - S/E Group 2 725 (By Invitation)
725
75000
Hume Cup - S/E Heat 600
600
7200
Mixed 6/7 Final 525
525
6260
Mixed 6/7 Heat 300
300
660
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)
515
5000
Grade 5 Heat 515
515
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Final 440 (Vic Bred Only)
440
4000
President's Cup - Mixed 4/5 Final 520
520
3500
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 650 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
650
1525
Restricted Win 520 (1 - 4 Wins)
520
1325
Northern Districts Cup - S/E Heat 450 (Less Than $25000)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(At Least 2 Starts At Shepparton)
450
1650
Maiden Heat 390
390
990
400
1650
BAL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
TRA
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Night
SHP
Day Twilight
GEL
Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)
WGL
Mixed 6/7 Final 400
BEN MEP HOR
Wed, 1 Nov Night
BAL
GEL
Geelong
HOR
Horsham
Grade 5 No Penalty 410 (250+ Ranking)
410
1325
HVL
Healesville
Grade 5 Final 390
390
1650
MEA
Meadows
Maiden Final 390
390
1325
S/E Veteran 390
390
1325
SLE
Sale
1650
TRA
Traralgon
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Full Stakes)
BEN
Fri, 3 Nov
GEL Night TRA Twilight
WBL
Sat, 4 Nov Night
Day Sun, 5 Nov
SHP
HOR HVL
Cranbourne
990
SHP
Twilight
Bendigo
CRN
1650
Twilight
HVL
BEN
525
Mixed 6/7 Final 520
Day
1325
410
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
WBL
525
CLUBS Ballarat
Maiden Heat 525
CRN
Night
BAL
Grade 5 Final 410 (Final HOR 1/11)
WGL
SAN
LEGEND
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Restricted Win 525 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)
Day
Thu, 2 Nov
WINNER
Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)
Day
Twilight
DISTANCE
Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking)
Twilight
Night
Mon, 6 Nov
TITLE OF EVENT
october/november
TIME SLOT
RACING CALENDAR
DATE
520
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)
515
12000
Grade 5 Final 515
515
6260
GDR Restricted Win 650 (0 - 4 Wins)
650
2925
Special Event 450
450
1650
Maiden Heat 450
450
990
S/E Veteran 300
300
660
Restricted Win Final 500 (1 - 4 Wins)
500
1650
Mixed 6/7 Final 400
400
1650
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only)
460
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 525 (Vic Bred Only)
525
3050
Maiden Heat 525
525
990
Mixed 6/7 Heat 390 (Final WBL 9/11)
390
1325
Grade 5 450 (Bitches Only)
450
1325
Northern Districts Cup - S/E Final 450 (Less Than $25000)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(At Least 2 Starts At Shepparton)
450
25000
SAN Sandown Park SHP
Shepparton
WGL Warragul WBL
Warrnambool
MEP
Meadows (Provincial)
SAP
Sandown Park (Provincial)
570+ DISTANCE RACING
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)
Dash For Cash - Special Event 390
390
6260
Presidents Trophy - Restricted Win Final 650 (0 - 4 Wins)
650
3500
GDR Special Event 650
650
3295
Maiden Final 390
390
1325
Grade 5 410 (Bitches Only)
410
1325
Restricted Win Heat 485 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final HOR 14/11)
485
1325
Mixed 6/7 Final 300
300
825
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 650 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
650
5000
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 440 (Vic Bred Only)
440
990
Twilight
SLE
Day
BAL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight
TRA
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
VICBRED
RANK LIMIT
VETERAN RACE
VICTORIAN BRED DEFINITION Greyhounds whelped prior to January 1st 2015: any greyhound that was whelped in Victoria, and in turn, has an earbrand beginning with a "V". Greyhounds whelped on/after January 1st 2015: any greyhound that was whelped in Victoria and bred by a Victorian registered Breeder.
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RACING CALENDAR
november
RACING CALENDAR DATE
Mon, 6 Nov
TIME SLOT TRACK TITLE OF EVENT
Night
MEA
SAP Twilight
Scratchings - (03) 8329 1100 Weekdays: 7.30am - 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:30am - 9:00am & 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Tue, 7 Nov
Wed, 8 Nov
SLE Night
CRN
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Night
BAL
Nominations - (03) 8329 1111 Mon to Fri: 7.30am - 12noon On-line Nominations - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week
Calendar is subject to change Visit fasttrack.grv.org.au for the latest GRV Racing Calendar
RSN Silver Bullet - S/E Group 3 525
525
25000
Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final MEA 6/11)
525
6260
Grade 5 Heat 525 (No City Wins)(Final MEA 11/11)
525
5000
GDR Novice Grade 7 595
595
2925
Restricted Win Heat 515 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final SAP 12/11)
515
1325
Grade 5 Heat 440 (Final Sale 12/11)
440
1325
Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)
440
1325
GDR Restricted Win 699 (0 - 4 Wins)
699
2925
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 520 (Vic Bred Only)
520
1325
Grade 5 No Penalty 525 (250+ Ranking)
525
1325
Mixed 6/7 Heat 525
525
1325
GDR Special Event 660
660
3295
Mixed 6/7 Heat 450
450
1325
450
1325
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Day
WGL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight
SHP SAN
Night
Shepparton To The Meadows - Grade 5 Heat 450 (No City Wins) S/E Veteran 450 (250+ Ranking)
450
1325
Ready 2 Race Championship Race - Special Event 515 (Top 8 Greyhounds With Highest Prizemoney Since 2016 Auction)
515
12000
Melbourne Cup Prelude Series 4 Special Event 515
515
6260
Mixed 6/7 Final 390 (Final WBL 9/11)
390
1650
Maiden Final 450
450
1325
Sam Barbie Grant Memorial - Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 3 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
450
1325
425
990
Day
HVL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)
Twilight
BEN
Maiden Heat 425
Fri, 10 Nov Night
GEL TRA
Twilight
WGL
Sat, 11 Nov Night
MEA HVL
Day Sun, 12 Nov
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
75000
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
WBL
30
WINNER
600
GEL
Thu, 9 Nov
SAP
Twilight
SLE
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)
460
3050
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 400 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
400
1325
Maiden Final 525
525
1325
S/E Veteran 460
460
1325
Maiden Heat 400 (Final WGL 21/11)
400
990
Grade 5 Final 525 (No City Wins)(Final MEA 11/11)
525
12000
Maiden Final 525
525
5000
Top Cat Video Puppy Championship - S/E Heat 350 (Whelped on/after 1 Nov 2015)
350
825
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 300 (Vic Bred Only)
300
660
Restricted Win Final 515 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final SAP 12/11)
515
1650
Grade 5 No Penalty 595 (250+ Ranking)
595
1525
Grade 5 515 (Bitches Only)
515
1325
Grade 5 Final 440 (Final Sale 12/11)
440
1650
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 440 (Vic Bred Only)
440
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Heat 311 (1 - 4 Wins)
311
0
Maiden Qualifying Heat 311
311
0
Restricted Win Qualifying Heat 520 (0 - 2 Wins)
520
0
Restricted Win Final 485 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final HOR 14/11)
485
1650
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 410 (Vic Bred Only)
410
990
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 680 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
680
1525
Day
BAL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight
TRA
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Mon, 13 Nov Night
Twilight Tue, 14 Nov Night
Wed, 15 Nov
DISTANCE
Hume Cup - S/E Group 1 600
CRN SHP
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
GEL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
HOR WGL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only)
460
1325
Grade 5 No Penalty 525 (250+ Ranking)
525
1325
Restricted Win Heat 525 (1 - 4 Wins)
525
1325
450
1650
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)
Night
BAL
Mixed 6/7 Final 450
Night
CRN
Day
WGL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Twilight
SHP
Mixed 6/7 Heat 450
Thu, 16 Nov
TRA Night
Day Twilight
WBL HVL BEN
Fri, 17 Nov GEL Night SAN
Twilight
CRN
Sat, 18 Nov Night
MEA
HVL Day Sun, 19 Nov
Mon, 20 Nov
SAP
1325 1325 2000
Grade 5 Heat 390
390
1325
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 350
350
660
GDR Special Event 660
660
3295
Maiden Final 425
425
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 400 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
400
4000
S/E Veteran 400
400
1325
TAB Melbourne Cup - S/E Heat 515 (See sandowngreyhounds.com.au For Full T&C's)
515
12000
Bold Trease Cup - S/E Heat 715 (Best 32)
715
8000
President's Cup - Mixed 4/5 699
699
7000
Casey Sprint - Special Event 311
311
5000
Cranbourne To Sandown - Grade 5 Heat 520 (Must Be Grade 5 At SAP)(Final SAP 26/11)
520
1325
City Country Middle Distance Series - S/E Heat 600 (No City Wins 570m+)
600
7200
Shepparton To The Meadows - Grade 5 Final 525 (No City Wins)
525
6260
Mixed 6/7 Final 525
525
6260
Grade 5 525 (Bitches Only)
525
5000
Top Cat Video Puppy Championship - S/E Final 350 (Whelped on/after 1 Nov 2015)
350
3500
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 300 (Vic Bred Only)
300
3050
GEL
Geelong
Restricted Win Heat 350 (1 - 4 Wins)
350
660
HOR
Horsham
Grade 5 Heat 595
595
1525
HVL
Healesville
MEA
Meadows
Restricted Win 515 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)
515
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 440 (Vic Bred Only)
440
7500
Restricted Win Heat 440 (1 - 4 Wins)
440
1325
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Twilight
TRA
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Night
SHP
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
GEL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
WGL
450 315
BAL
Night
3050
450
Day
Tue, 21 Nov
WINNER
520
Mixed 6/7 Heat 315
SLE
HOR
DISTANCE
Sam Barbie Grant Memorial - Restricted Win Final 450 (1 - 3 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
Twilight
Twilight
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 410 (Vic Bred Only)
410
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 485 (Vic Bred Only)
485
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 680 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)
680
5000
GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)
460
4000
Maiden Final 400 (Final WGL 21/11)
400
1325
GDR Novice Grade 7 725
725
2925
Grade 5 Heat 525
525
1325
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
BAL
Restricted Win Heat 390 (1 - 4 Wins)
390
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Final 311 (1 - 4 Wins)
311
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Final 520 (0 - 2 Wins)
520
1325
Maiden Quali Final 311
311
1325
S/E Veteran 311
311
1325
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 520 (Vic Bred Only)
520
990
Mixed 6/7 Final 450
450
1650
Night
CRN
Day
WGL
Twilight
SHP
Night
GEL
S/E Veteran 390 (250+ Ranking)
390
1325
Maiden Heat 400
400
990
390
1650
City Country Middle Distance Series - S/E Final 660 (No City Wins 570m+)
660
10000
Mixed 6/7 Heat 500
500
1325
WBL
Grade 5 Final 390
HVL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)
Twilight
BEN
Night
SAN
Fri, 24 Nov
BAL
CLUBS Ballarat
BEN
Bendigo
CRN
Cranbourne
SAN Sandown Park SHP
Shepparton
SLE
Sale
TRA
Traralgon
WBL
Warrnambool
MEP
Meadows (Provincial)
SAP
Sandown Park (Provincial)
570+ DISTANCE RACING
VICBRED
RANK LIMIT
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
Day
LEGEND
WGL Warragul
Day
Wed, 22 Nov
Thu, 23 Nov
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 520 (Vic Bred Only)
november
TIME SLOT TRACK TITLE OF EVENT
RACING CALENDAR
DATE Wed, 15 Nov
TAB Melbourne Cup - S/E Group 1 515 (See sandowngreyhounds.com.au For Full T&C's)
515
420000
Bold Trease Cup - S/E Group 1 715 (Best 32)
715
100000
Cup Night Sprint - Group Listed 515
515
25000
VETERAN RACE
VICTORIAN BRED DEFINITION Greyhounds whelped prior to January 1st 2015: any greyhound that was whelped in Victoria, and in turn, has an earbrand beginning with a "V". Greyhounds whelped on/after January 1st 2015: any greyhound that was whelped in Victoria and bred by a Victorian registered Breeder.
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RACING CALENDAR
november
RACING CALENDAR DATE
TIME SLOT TRACK TITLE OF EVENT Sir John Dillon Memorial - S/E Group 3 595 SAN
Fri, 24 Nov
Night TRA
Morning
SHP
Nominations - (03) 8329 1111 Mon to Fri: 7.30am - 12noon On-line Nominations - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week
Scratchings - (03) 8329 1100 Weekdays: 7.30am - 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:30am - 9:00am & 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Sat, 25 Nov Twilight Night
HOR MEA HVL
Day Sun, 26 Nov
SAP
Twilight
Mon, 27 Nov
Tue, 28 Nov
Wed, 29 Nov
SLE
Calendar is subject to change Visit fasttrack.grv.org.au for the latest GRV Racing Calendar
25000
Grade 5 Final 595
595
7200
Grade 5 Heat 515 (Maximum 4 Heats)
515
5000
Special Event 525
525
2000
Mixed 6/7 Final 315
315
1650
Restricted Win Qualifying Heat 450 (1 - 2 Wins)
450
0
Maiden Qualifying Heat 450
450
0
Restricted Win Qualifying Heat 390 (1 - 2 Wins)
390
0
Maiden Qualifying Heat 390
390
0
Grade 5 410 (Bitches Only)
410
1325
Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)
525
6260
Grade 5 Heat 725
725
5750
Restricted Win Final 350 (1 - 4 Wins)
350
825
S/E Veteran 300
300
660
Cranbourne To Sandown - Grade 5 Final 515 (Must Be Grade 5 At SAP)(Final SAP 26/11)
515
1650
Restricted Win 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)
515
1325
Maiden Heat 515
515
990
GDR Special Event 650
650
3295
Restricted Win Final 440 (1 - 4 Wins)
440
1650
Day
BAL
Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)
TRA
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)
Night
SHP
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)
GEL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 410 (Vic Bred Only)
410
7500
HOR
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 485 (Vic Bred Only)
485
3050
Mixed 6/7 Heat 485
485
1325
Night
WGL
Simon Benson Memorial - Restricted Win Heat 460 (1 - 4 Wins)
460
1325
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Twilight
Night Day
BAL
Grade 5 Heat 600
600
1525
Grade 5 525 (Bitches Only)
525
1325
390
1650
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Restricted Win Final 390 (1 - 4 Wins) S/E Veteran 450
450
1325
CRN
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 520 (Vic Bred Only)
520
1325
WGL
Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) 650
2925
GDR Restricted Win 650 (1 - 4 Wins) SHP
Thu, 30 Nov
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
WINNER
595
Twilight
Twilight
32
DISTANCE
Night
SAN WBL
Maiden Quali Final 450
450
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Final 450 (1 - 2 Wins)
450
1325
Maiden Quali Final 390
390
1325
Restricted Win Qualifying Final 390 (1 - 2 Wins)
390
1325
Grade 5 Final 515 (Maximum 4 Heats)
515
12000
Maiden Final 515
515
5000
Maiden Heat 390
390
990
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26th - Sale Cup
18th - Ready 2 Race Final & Auctions
VIC TO R I A N G R E Y H OU ND RACI NG'S ECONOM I C I M PACT
2,287
13
RACE CLUBS
433
BREEDERS
121
CATCHERS
AS AT 30/06/2017
$409M
VICTORIAN
IN ECONOMIC
JOBS
23
BENEFITS
RACE MEETINGS A WEEK
767
1,191
1,659
EMPLOYEES OF PARTICIPANTS
652
ATTENDANTS
RACE MEETINGS THIS SEASON
696
TRAINERS
INDUSTRY & RACING CLUB EMPLOYEES
1,586
9,109
VOLUNTEERS
SIZE AND SCOPE OF THE VICTORIAN GREYHOUND RACING INDUSTRY
OWNERS
MORE FACTS AND FIGURES AT GRV.ORG.AU/VGRI
GRV WEEKLY RACE MEETING SCHEDULE JULY 1 2017 ONWARDS MONDAY
DAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
BALLARAT
TUESDAY
MEADOWS (MEP)
WARRAGUL
HEALESVILLE
TIER 3
PROVINCIAL
TIER 3
250+ RANK
SATURDAY
SUNDAY SANDOWN (SAP) PROVINCIAL HEALESVILLE PROVINCIAL H/S
TWILIGHT
TRARALGON
HORSHAM
BENDIGO
SHEPPARTON
BENDIGO
ROTATE
SALE
TIER 3
PROVINCIAL
TIER 3
PROVINCIAL
PROVINCIAL
PROVINCIAL
PROVINCIAL
BALLARAT
SANDOWN
GEELONG
THE MEADOWS METRO
GEELONG TIER 3
NIGHT
SHEPPARTON
WARRAGUL
TIER 3
PROVINCIAL
VALE MARK CAUCHI The greyhound racing community is saddened by the sudden passing of St. Leonards greyhound trainer, Mark Cauchi on September 9.
Former stayer Mystic Twist’s racetrack achievements were among the highlights in Mark’s training career. She was his first finalist at group one level, running seventh in the 2014 Bold Trease at Sandown Park. Mark is sorely missed by many who crossed his path.
PROVINCIAL TRARALGON
PROVINCIAL
PROVINCIAL
PROVINCIAL The late Mark Cauchi with Mystic Twist. Picture by Clint Anderson
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
Mark celebrated his 50th birthday in July and was known to have three loves in life - family, food, and greyhounds. Mark took pride in breeding and racing his own greyhounds with his mother, Mary, and many were easily identified by the Cruisy prefix.
METRO WARRNAMBOOL
OCTOBER 2017
By Molly Haines
PROVINCIAL CRANBOURNE
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CLUB DIRECTORY BALLARAT
HORSHAM
SHEPPARTON
Ballarat Greyhound Racing Club
Horsham Greyhound Racing Club
Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club
President: Alf King Manager: Dan Verberne Tel: (03) 5335 7201 Fax: (03) 5335 7104 Email: ballarat@grv.org.au Website: ballarat.grv.org.au Address: Corner of Rubicon & Sutton Streets, Ballarat Postal: PO Box 175R, Reden, 3350
President: Ian Bibby Manager: Justin Brilliant Tel: (03) 5382 4329 Fax: (03) 5382 1949 Email: horsham@grv.org.au Website: horsham.grv.org.au Address: Horsham Showgrounds, Horsham, 3400 Postal: PO Box 458, Horsham 3400
President: Tracey Fothergill Manager: Carl McGrath Tel: (03) 5823 5577 Fax: (03) 5823 5522 Email: shepparton@grv.org.au Website: shepparton.grv.org.au Address: 7580 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla 3631 Postal: PO Box 7528, Shepparton 3632
BENDIGO
THE MEADOWS
TRARALGON
Bendigo Greyhound Racing Association
Melbourne Greyhound Racing Association
Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club
President: Robert Douglas Manager: Troy Harley Tel: (03) 5449 3322 Fax: (03) 5449 3348 Email: bendigo@grv.org.au Website: bendigo.grv.org.au Address: Lords Raceway, McIvor Highway, Junortoun, 3551 Postal: PO Box 7, Junortoun, 3551
CRANBOURNE
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
Please visit grv.org.au for all the latest GRV news
Cranbourne Greyhound Racing Club
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President: Greg Carter Manager: Amanda Cameron Tel: (03) 5996 2393 Fax: (03) 5996 3493 Email: cranbourne@grv.org.au Website: cranbourne.grv.org.au Address: Grant Street, Cranbourne , VIC 3977 Postal: PO Box 55 Cranbourne 3977
GEELONG Geelong Greyhound Racing Club Chairman: Mark Pearson Manager: David Hoey Tel: (03) 5275 2298 Fax: (03) 5275 5211 Email: geelong@grv.org.au Website: geelong.grv.org.au Address: Beckley Park, Broderick Rd, Corio, 3214 Postal: PO Box 125, Corio 3214
HEALESVILLE
Chairman: Eddie Caruana Manager: Marg Long Tel: (03) 9355 5222 Fax: (03) 9355 5255 Email: meadows@grv.org.au Website: themeadows.org.au Address: 80 Northcorp Bvd Broadmeadows Victoria 3047 Postal PO Box 103, Campbellfield, 3061
SALE Sale Greyhound Racing Club President: John Waugh Manager: Des Dooley Tel: (03) 5144 2148 Fax: (03) 5144 1910 Email: sale@grv.org.au Website: sale.grv.org.au Address: Sale Showgrounds, Sale Maffra Road Postal: PO Box 44, Sale 3850
SANDOWN Sandown Greyhound Racing Club Chairman: Geoff Dawson Manager: Greg Miller Tel: (03) 9546 9511 Fax: (03) 9558 4453 Email: sandown@grv.org.au Website: sandowngreyhounds.com.au Address: Lightwood Road, Springvale, VIC 3171 Postal: PO Box 13, Springvale 3171
President: Don Haley Manager: Steven Clarke Tel: (03) 5174 2135 Fax: (03) 5174 6877 Email: traralgon@grv.org.au Website: traralgon.grv.org.au Address: Glenview Park, McNairn Road, Traralgon Postal: PO Box 329, Traralgon 3844
WARRAGUL Warragul Greyhound Racing Club President: Phil Pryor Manager: Adrian Scott Tel: (03) 5623 1867 Fax: (03) 5623 4252 Email: warragul@grv.org.au Website: warragul.grv.org.au Address: Logan Park, Warragul VIC 3820 Postal: PO Box 313, Warragul 3820
WARRNAMBOOL Warrnambool Greyhound Racing Club Administrator: Robert Lane Manager: Craig Monigatti Tel: (03) 5561 2766 Fax: (03) 5561 2768 Email: warrnambool@grv.org.au Website: warrnambool.grv.org.au Address: Warrnambool Showgrounds, Koroit St, Warrnambool Postal: PO Box 115, Warrnambool 3280
QUIZ ANSWERS
Healesville Greyhound Association Inc. Administrator: Anthony Mitchell Manager: Cynthia O’Brien Tel: (03) 5962 2420 Email: healesville@grv.org.au Website: healesville.grv.org.au Address: Healesville Sports Complex, Cnr Don & Donald Rds, Healesville 3777 Postal: PO Box 1170, Healesville 3777
1 Point - 2 Points - 3 Points -
SCORE
1. Lightning Frank; 2. Healesville Cup; 3. El Grand Senor; 4. Golden Currency; 5. Shima Song; 6. Fawn 7. Mint Magic 0-4 5-8 9 - 11 12
Still a maiden Country class City standard Group 1 performer
TRIAL INFORMATION
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE RELEVANT RACE CLUB DIRECTLY
BALLARAT
HEALESVILLE
SHEPPARTON
Monday Afternoon - (Pen): Following the race meeting Tuesday - (Arm): 8.30 am to 2.30 pm.
Wednesday - (Pen): 10am - 300m trials, 11am - 350m trials Bookings open Monday at 10am Race days: Half field trials only Satisfactory trials by arrangement – must be booked with the club by calling the office on 5962 2420. Trainers will need to provide 4 greyhounds where required. Dogs cleared at Healesville will only be cleared to race at Healesville. Please Note: No Satisfactory Trials will be conducted on a heat-affected meeting.
Monday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Wednesday - (Arm): 8.00am – Until completion Thursday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm): 8.00am – Until completion
Bookings open Friday at 9.00am
Wednesday Night - (Pen): Following the race meeting Thursday - (Arm): 8.30 am to 2.30 pm. Bookings open Monday at 9.00am
Saturday – (Arm): 8.00am to 11.30am. Bookings open Wednesday at 9.00am
BENDIGO Monday - (Break In/Education): 8.00am Tuesday - (Arm): 8.00am - Until completion Wednesday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Thursday - (Break In/Education): 8.00am - Until completion Friday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm): 8.00am - Until completion
CRANBOURNE
GEELONG
Bookings online or via office from one week prior
Tuesday (Pen) Pen trials are run on Tuesday after the races Pen trials booked by phone or office only from 12.00 pm on the day of the trial session.
Bookings essential by phoning the club
THE MEADOWS Monday - (Arm/Pen): Trials start at 5.30pm & work backwards. Bookings close 11am sharp Monday.
(Pen): Trials start at 5.30pm and work backwards. Bookings close 4pm sharp.
Wednesday - (Pen) Trials start after the last race. Bookings from 8.30am Wednesday.
Friday - (Arm) Trials start at 8.30am Bookings close at 4pm sharp on Thursday.
SALE Tuesday - (Arm): 8.00am – Until completion. Pen trials between 9.00am – 9.30am. Wednesday - (Arm): 8.00am – Until completion Saturday - (Arm): 7.30am – Until completion Sunday – (Pen): Following the race meetings The new training bullring is operational with sessions on Mondays and Thursdays at 8am. Bookings with the Club only.
SANDOWN Wednesday - (Arm): 1.00pm – Until Completion Saturday - (Pen, Field, Arm): 7.00am – Until completion Sunday - (Satisfactory and Field): Following the race meeting
WARRAGUL Tuesday – (Pen): Following the race meeting Wednesday – (Arm): 12.00pm to 5.00pm Thursday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Friday – (Arm): 8.00am to 1.00pm
WARRNAMBOOL Tuesday - (Arm): 4pm - Until completion Thursday Night: After last race – Pen trials only, 308M 390M 450M Saturday Morning: 8am start until finished – Arm or Pen trials.
Bookings are essential for all trial sessions conducted at greyhound tracks in Victoria. Bookings can be made in person, by phone or via FastTrack (except Cranbourne, Horsham and Warrnambool). Pen trials conducted after race meetings are required to be booked on the day by no later than race 8 via phone. Satisfactory Trials are conducted following race meetings. Trial sessions are subject to late change and weather conditions.
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
Monday – (Hoop) 9:30am – 1:00pm Inside Track Only (520 BTB, 596) Wednesday & Saturday (Hoop) 8:30am – 3:00pm Inside track (520 BTB, 596) 8.30 am – 10.00 am Outside track (400, 460, 680) 10.15 am – 3.00 pm
HORSHAM Tuesday - (Pen) Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm Only) 9.00am - Until completion
Monday – (Pen): Following the race meeting Tuesday - (Arm): 8.00am – Until completion Thursday – (Arm): 8.00am – Until completion Saturday – (Pen): Following the race meeting
OCTOBER 2017
Monday - (Arm): 2pm to 5pm, and must be booked by phone before 2pm Monday - (Pen): 6pm until completion, and must be booked by phone before 6pm Wednesday - (Pen): After the race meeting Thursday - (Arm): 7.30am to 1pm, and must be booked by COB Wednesday.
Greyhound welfare is the full responsibility of the owner/trainer/ attendant at all times on the grounds of the Healesville Greyhound Association.
TRARALGON
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927 AM
Prelude Series 2 Thursday 12 October 2017
Nominations close 9am Monday 9 October 2017
Prelude Series 3 Thursday 26 October 2017
Nominations close 9am Monday 23 October 2017
Prelude Series 4 Thursday 9 November 2017
Nominations close 9am Monday 6 November 2017
GREYHOUNDS MUST COMPETE IN A MELBOURNE CUP PRELUDE (UNLESS OTHERWISE EXEMPT) TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE TAB MELBOURNE CUP HEATS
TAB Melbourne Cup Heats Friday 17 November 2017 $600,000 TAB Melbourne Cup The World’s Richest Greyhound Race Friday 24 November 2017
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