ISSUE 36
FEBRUARY 2019
Featured Inside
OZ CUP CARNIVAL REFRESHED And
GAP Record Falls And
Victorian Coursing Awards And
Rocky’s Return to Training Ranks
CONTENTS
ISSUE 36 FEBRUARY 2019
3 CEO’S UPDATE 4 - 26 ARTICLES
Editor: Andrew Copley Deputy Editor: Molly Haines
Dyna hunts down Warragul Cup glory Norma’s legacy leads to Silver Chief success Where there are chips there will be smiles Records fall at GAP three-day adoption event Whiskey runs riot in Seaside Festival finale Vale Maurice Blair Gary receives top gong at NCA awards Racing Integrity Commissioner to embark on revamped show New look for Australian Cup Carnival Litter brothers on track for Zoom Top Metro-based Moody bucking the trend Greyhound racing clubs establish fire evacuation centres
Greyhound Monthly Victoria (GMV) magazine is produced by Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV), the governing body of greyhound racing in this state. GRV strongly encourages all Victorian greyhound racing participants - in particular breeders and trainers - to take the time to read each issue of GMV to ensure they are across relevant key issues.
GOTBA News Greyhound Quiz Rocky’s return Going above and beyond for inseparable golden oldies Three Magpie greats to take centre stage Latest litters & Misses Fitting tribute for the late Pamela Burns
Each edition of GMV aims to provide an overview of key happenings in relation to Victorian greyhound racing that occurred during the previous month, as well as promoting significant and relevant upcoming activities and events.
Career learnings standing novice trainer in good stead Horsham greyhounds support Livin GAP Testing Dates Handsome hero Dave departs Welfare Report Racing Report
27-32 RACING CALENDAR 33 MORE ARTICLES Professional Standards & Integrity Report GRV Feedback Office
34 - 35 DIRECTORY & TRIAL INFORMATION Cover: Action from the 2018 Australian Cup night at The Meadows. The 2019 Australian Cup Carnival begins on 16 February. Photo by: Clint Anderson.
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In recent weeks more than 13,000 people have visited the Sale greyhounds for a host of events including 4000 at this Summer Nights Food Truck Festival on 18 January. Photo by: Bernie Dillon.
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CEO’s Update Last month saw a great win by Dyna Hunter in the Warragul Cup, the second leg of the Gippsland Carnival, and you can read more about it in this issue. However, the Carnival’s third leg the Traralgon Cup, has had to be held over this year as Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club is scheduled for a major redevelopment. It is expected that Traralgon will be open for racing again in late 2019. I acknowledge the inconvenience this has caused but as always, we must ensure that the safety of the racers comes first. The Carnival itself is now in its third year and, judging by the very strong attendance numbers at the Sale and Warragul Cups, is now very much a major highlight of Victoria’s greyhound racing calendar. In other news, GRV’s main phone number, (03) 8329 1100, is now staffed after working hours and during weekends and we have also opened a new Feedback Office to officially receive all complaints, suggestions and compliments about the regulation and management of greyhound racing and welfare in Victoria. Anyone can provide feedback through this Office at: grv.org.au/feedback, whether they are a participant, a stakeholder or a member of the community. The overall goal of the Office is to let participants raise issues and share fresh ideas about how we can do things differently to keep improving greyhound racing in Victoria. Participants have a wealth of knowledge and experience that GRV is keen to use to help build a strong and sustainable future for the sport. The Office will carry out transparent and accountable investigation of all complaints and pass on suggestions and compliments to the relevant areas within GRV. It can be contacted about matters such as: race day operations; track and club facilities; decisions by stewards or judges; GRV and club policies, procedures and services; animal welfare, health and safety issues and syndication management. Information about integrity matters should continue to be referred to the Greyhound Racing Integrity Unit (GRIU) which can be contacted via the GRIU Hotline: 1300 856 109.
form of a “Q&A” approach, conducted at race clubs on race days. The sessions will build on previous years to create a greater understanding and awareness of the role and responsibilities of the Commissioner, the work the office has undertaken, and give an overview of what is in place to ensure that the Victorian Racing Industry operates free from the influence of crime and corruption. You can find out session dates in your area and submit questions in advance at: racingintegrity.vic.gov.au Moving to greyhound welfare issues, the removal of the muzzling requirement for retired greyhounds now makes it easier for participants to directly re-home their retired greyhounds without the need for the assessments carried out by GAP. However, this means we need to take extra care in ensuring such greyhounds are well prepared for their new lives, both for the dog’s sake and for the reputation of the breed. So, I am asking that participants planning to rehome ensure their dogs undertake the 28-day wind-down period and appropriate socialisation and that new owners are clearly informed about the status of vaccinations and desexing for the greyhounds they are adopting. And a reminder that GRV’s Hot Weather Policy is very much in force at this time of the year and that all participants should be checking regularly with FastTrack and the Bureau of Meteorology’s ‘Detailed 3-Hourly Forecast’ to see which race meets may be affected. General heat advice and support is also available through GRV Racing Services and all Victoria’s greyhound racing clubs are ready to provide temporary accommodation to ensure greyhounds can be relocated from properties under threat of fire.
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Speaking of the latter, Victoria’s Racing Integrity Commissioner, Sal Perna, will be conducting his annual roadshow in regional and metropolitan locations throughout Victoria during February and March 2019. This year, in response to feedback received from previous roadshow attendees, the sessions will be in the
Looking ahead, we have the final leg of the Gippsland Carnival, the Cranbourne Cup, coming up on 9 February followed by a feast of racing at The Meadows with the Australian Cup Carnival running from 16 February to 2 March, featuring the Temlee, Zoom Top, Rookie Rebel and Fanta Bale Super Stayers events and of course the Cup itself. I look forward to seeing you there.
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Dyna Hunter made it seven from seven out of box eight.
Dyna hunts down Warragul Cup glory By Gerard Guthrie and Molly Haines
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avourite Dyna Hunter celebrated a deserved country cups triumph when enhancing his perfect record from box eight in the Group 2 Warragul Toyota Cup Final (460m) on 12 January.
Handler Jake Collins and mum Heather with Dyna Hunter after his breakthrough Warragul Cup win. Photos by: Clint Anderson.
It was a case of fourth time lucky in a provincial feature for Dyna Hunter and trainer Steve Collins, with the son of 2014 Melbourne Cup hero Dyna Villa having run second in the Ballarat Cup and fourth in the Healesville Cup.
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He was also scratched from the Geelong Gold Cup due to injury after winning his heat in the best time of the night. Dyna Hunter qualified for the $47,000 to-the-winner Warragul Cup after running second in his heat, where he was run down by fastest qualifier, Elevated in 25.48sec. Drawn perfectly in box eight, from where he boasted an unblemished six from six record, Dyna Hunter started $3.40 favourite in a keen betting affair, ahead of Orson Allen ($4.40), Big Flood ($4.60) and his heat conqueror Elevated ($4.90). Dyna Hunter came out running to lead youngster Jebrynah ($10.20) and Big Flood and forged clear turning for home as he defeated the brave Jebrynah, which was having just his eleventh start, by 2.46 lengths in 25.54sec. “Box eight is the perfect draw for him because he isn’t always the best out of the boxes,” said Jake Collins, son of trainer Steve.
“To win a country cup after being beaten on the line in the Ballarat Cup made this win that much more special!" The win was a credit to the Collins family after their newlycrowned Warragul Cup victor suffered a serious shoulder injury at just his second start, only one week short of one year ago.
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“It was a fantastic achievement from mum and dad,” Jake said. “From the first day he came to our kennels I was drawn to his fruity personality. He is the kind of dog that you can sit in the kennel with him and he will put his head on your lap for a pat.”
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Earlier in the night, the highly-anticipated return to the track of Rippin’ Sam ended in disappointment, with the superstar stayer finishing at the tail of the field in the Warragul GRC Distance Cup over 680m.
Comedian Dave O’Neil and AFL great Matthew Richardson hosted a Calcutta event on Warragul Cup heat night.
Rippin’ Sam started as the $1.90 favourite for his first appearance back since September 16 but dropped back alarmingly early in the proceedings as Correy Grenfell’s Dyna Chancer ($2.20) romped to victory.
Local produce has once again come to the fore throughout the Gippsland Carnival.
In the first of two ‘Dyna’ cup successes for owner Brendan Wheeler on the night, Dyna Chancer, runner-up in the Group 1 Sale Cup at his previous start, claimed the $10,000 winner’s purse in a new course record time of 38.58sec. The son of another Wheeler-bred Melbourne Cup winner in Dyna Double One (2015) smashed multiple Group 1 winner, Ring The Bell’s previous benchmark of 38.82sec.
Barooga Brett with owner-trainer Brooke Ennis after his clean sweep of the Silver Chief series.
"Norma was great with the pups and what happens in the rearing stages influences the way they race."
Norma’s legacy leads to Silver Chief success
The late Norma Gost.
By Renee Mok
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he outstanding career of Barooga Brett reached another milestone after his brilliant victory in the Feikuai Greyhound’s Group 1 Silver Chief Final (525m) at The Meadows on 5 January.
the races. Norma was hands on from the moment they were born, and when they come to us they’re in good condition. Norma was great with the pups and what happens in the rearing stages influences the way they race,” she said.
The blue chaser was undefeated throughout the threeweek series, which brought together the country’s best young male sprinters, and he had an impressive all-the-way finish to claim the $100,000 winner’s purse with a time of 29.73sec.
Barooga Brett was one of the last greyhounds reared by Norma. The Ennis’ own a kennel in Lara where they train around 15 dogs and the set up has proven to be a good fit for the greyhound.
Since first being held at The Meadows in 1999, the Silver Chief has been won exclusively by Victorian-trained sprinters and Barooga Brett’s victory continued this unprecedented streak. Barooga Brett, owned and trained by Brooke Ennis, has had an outstanding few months of racing; first he won a Melbourne Cup Prelude, followed by the Group 3 Melbourne Cup Night Sprint, and then his first Group 1 race.
Norma was renowned for her expertise in rearing pups and for keeping her greyhounds when they retired from racing. She passed away last November following a long battle with illness, leaving behind a great legacy. Brooke became friends with Norma when she trained her superstar greyhound, Lady Toy, four years ago.
Barooga Brett (1) is challenged by Sennache in the run to the first turn.
“We are really thrilled to win a race like this,” Brooke said following the Silver Chief. “We are so proud of ‘Bretty Boy’ as he was brilliant throughout the series.” The Silver Chief victory pushed Barooga Brett’s prizemoney total over $214,000 and his form at the Broadmeadows circuit makes him one of the leading contenders for the upcoming Australian Cup.
A big crowd was on hand to witness Barooga Brett snare his first Group 1 win.
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“Quality rearing plays a massive part in getting the dogs to
The Ennis have had tremendous success with their small group of greyhounds, which includes training the sublimely talented former superstar My Bro Fabio. They now own Barooga Brett and are moving him towards similar racing glory.
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Before Brooke, Barooga Brett was owned by the late Norma Gost from Little River, a lady who had great success as a greyhound breeder, rearer and trainer.
“He has fitted in quite well. You could always tell he’d be the type of dog to run 500m. They all have different personalities that show once they’ve settled in. Bretty is an easy dog to train. He does his own thing and likes a bit of attention. Whether at the races or in the kennel, he’s cool and relaxed. We usually find him asleep upside-down on his bed.”
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Pippa Rea’s best friend Amyius and mum Jasmine lay eyes on Chippa for the first time at last month’s Silver Chief Final.
Where there are Chips there will be smiles By Molly Haines
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f you haven’t been touched by the story of Chips And Trains then I am sorry to tell you but you have been living under a rock.
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Chips And Trains is a West Australian bred greyhound who is owned by Warrnambool resident Virginia Rea. Chips And Trains is racing in memory of Virginia’s daughter Pippa, who passed away after battling for 21 months with an aggressive Brainstem Tumour called a Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glimoa. Pippa was 11 years old when she passed away leaving behind her mother Virginia as well as older brothers James and Patrick. Pippa was metaphorically bitten by the greyhound bug when she visited relative Linda Britton’s kennels in WA, where she took on many vital roles which most importantly included naming every puppy born on the property. Pippa also left behind one race name; Chips And Trains. What does this mean you may ask? Well Pippa had a young friend Amyius who would come around to eat chips and play trains.
Amyius embraces Chippa for the first time following his Silver Chief run.
Fast forward to the present and Chips And Trains is taking the greyhound world by storm. He is a winner of two WA Group races, he has made the transition to racing in Victoria against the big guns and he is Instagram famous, that’s right INSTA FAMOUS. Chippa, as he is known around the kennels is trained between siblings Linda and Jeff Britton, the latter based in Victoria.
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Throughout his recent stay in Victoria, Chippa qualified for the Group 1 Silver Chief Final at The Meadows, where he finished last to Barooga Brett after finding a bit of trouble on the first turn.
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Chippa and his fanfare who travelled from Warrnambool didn’t let defeat get in the way of a good time with a meet and greet following the race. Now remember how Chips And Trains got his name, through little Amyius. Well Amyius isn’t so little now and was bursting with excitement to meet the athlete who is racing in memory of one of his best friends. Amyius is also very excited because when Chippa calls it a day on the race track, he will take up residency with Amyius’ grandmother Lea. Bluestream’s Clint Anderson captured the first moments Amyius and Chippa met (am I biased in calling him the best greyhound photographer in the world? Ahh oh well, I will run with it). Now Clint wasn’t that impressed with the lighting, but I think it is perfect.
Pippa plays with a greyhound pup before she passed away in 2015 aged 11.
Minister for Agriculture and Regional Development, Jaclyn Symes announced a $50,000 grant for the Greyhound Adoption Program.
GRV Deputy Chair Peita Duncan brought her greyhound ‘Blue’ along to the opening day.
Records fall at GAP three-day adoption event By Lauren Marie and Phil Weir
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new record for the number of greyhounds adopted at a single event has fallen with 111 greyhounds finding new homes at the Greyhound Adoption Program’s three-day adoption event in Seymour (January 18-20). After 70 of the 115 greyhounds up for adoption found homes on the opening day (Friday), a further 41 went home with their new families on Saturday. This brought the total number of greyhounds adopted across the weekend to 111, surpassing the record set last year of 103. Due to the overwhelming response, the planned Sunday event was cancelled. On hand at the event was the newly appointed Victorian Minister for Agriculture and Regional Development, Jaclyn Symes.
While at the adoption day, the Minister also revealed a grant for GAP for $50,000, for improvements to the facility. The 3-day adoption event was remarkably successful; 111 dogs found homes in the first two days, and by the Sunday only two were left (who have since found foster homes). The event was especially unique because GAP waived adoption fees for all dogs who found new homes over the weekend, guaranteeing a large crowd at Seymour. This year, for the first time, GAP waived the $75 adoption fee for the adoption event.
“This just shows the love affair the Victorian public has with the greyhound breed.” GRV Deputy Chair Peita Duncan said it was no surprise that the record was broken. “This just shows the love affair the Victorian public has with the greyhound breed,” Ms Duncan said. “The secret is out and there are now thousands of greyhounds in homes and apartments right across the State.
The Minister had previously shown her support for the adoption programme by paying an official visit to the GAP Café in King Street, West Melbourne where she met with GRV management and board members and familiarised herself with the greyhound café concept; the first of its kind in the world.
“The most pleasing thing about the weekend is we have found loving homes for more than 100 of our beautiful greyhounds. I’m sure all the people who have taken home greyhounds this weekend will join me in saying well done again to our GAP staff who have matched them with their new family member.”
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A young Jaclyn Symes (circled) with family members including grandfather Roy Symes (left) after his champion greyhound Hua won the 1988 Melbourne Cup.
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Jaclyn has greyhound racing in her veins. She is a granddaughter of Roy Symes, who bred, owned and trained 1988 Melbourne Cup winner, Hua.
Hundreds of would-be adopters travelled from all over Victoria to attend the adoption weekend.
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Whiskey Riot has enormous potential according to trainer Anthony Azzopardi. Photo by Clint Anderson.
Whiskey runs riot in Seaside Festival finale By Molly Haines
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hiskey Riot extended his winning record to five from six on 12 January when he claimed the $35,500 Warrnambool Summer Sizzle (450m), concluding the latest edition of the annual Warrnambool Seaside Festival, which saw the club conduct eight race meetings in 17 days.
Boxing Day is a big achievement on his behalf. He is a dog that can do it at both ends; he has great early pace and he hits the line strong,” Azzopardi said. Whiskey Riot is a half-brother to Million Dollar Chase winner, Mystic Riot.
The son of Fernando Bale and Ready To Riot jumped from box eight as a hot $1.70 favourite in the age-restricted feature.
“Whiskey Riot’s breeding is royal; by one of the best sires we have seen in Fernando Bale and out of Ready To Riot, who has continually thrown impressive greyhounds.”
Whiskey Riot, who is trained by Anthony Azzopardi and owned in NSW by Sandra Camden-Bermingham, produced a best of the night 25.12sec run prompting praise from his trainer.
It is Whiskey Riot’s bloodlines and his ability to ‘do it at both ends of the race’ that has Azzopardi believing he could one day have stud potential.
“He is a young dog and I probably threw him in the deep end putting him in this race, but he had shown so much beforehand and I felt it was a race he was ready for,” Anthony Azzopardi said.
“I have never said something like this, but this dog is something different.”
“To win this race off the back of the Rising Star win at Sale on
What’s next for Whiskey Riot? Azzopardi is going to pick and choose his races for the coming months with the Maturity Classic at The Meadows in July hot on his radar.
Vale Maurice Blair By Molly Haines
The late Maurice Blair.
The Geelong Greyhound Racing Club and broader racing community is saddened by the loss of Maurice ‘Maurie’ Blair on 15 January after battling an illness. Maurie, 77, gave so much of himself to the administration of greyhound racing in Geelong. “Maurie was the smiling face around the Club who was always willing to lend a hand,” Geelong Greyhound Racing Club Manager David Hoey said. “He was great mentor and most importantly a great man and we will miss his words of advice and smiling face around our club.”
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Coursing video series:
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Peter Craig's tips on coursing. Watch at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/video
Also featuring… - Common questions - A trip to Lang Lang for trialling - Improving on the circle and the struggle for big trainers - Prolonging careers and how circle-track stars stack up Advantages of trialling at a coursing track
First-season coursers and same-sex races
Welfare issues and how to avoid them
- Post-event recovery
Noel Banks Medallist Gary Robinson with host Victoria Shaw.
Coursing Greyhound of the Year, Bear Left
Gary receives top gong at NCA Awards By Andrew Copley
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ary Robinson was the recipient of the Noel Banks Medal at the 2018 Victorian Coursing Awards at the Sandown Greyhound Racing Club on 24 January.
A long-serving member and President of the Longwood Coursing Club, Gary typifies the dedication of the many volunteers who have kept the coursing code in existence for more than 140 years. “I’ve been involved with the Longwood club for 20-odd years including the past 12 as President, and I find myself at the club two or three times a week, depending on what needs to be done,” Gary said. An experienced trainer based in nearby Violet Town, Gary sacrifices his own racing opportunities for others.
back better than ever in 2019.” Devon Meadows trainer Sean Lithgow was thrilled with his star chaser Gotham Queen winning the Female Greyhound of the Year for the second successive season. “She has been unbelievable, and to win this a second time after having a litter of pups is very special. I look forward to coursing her pups in a couple of years,” Lithgow said. The 2019 Victorian coursing season kicks off in April with its popular Catch on to Coursing meetings, while the following clubs will host this year’s sought-after feature events… Lang Lang: Sylvester Doyle Puppy Championship Benalla: Derby & Oaks Longwood: Waterloo Cup
“Gary loves racing and he loves coursing, but he doesn’t race his greyhounds at Longwood because he is busy helping run the meetings,” said National Coursing Association President, Peter Craig. “The Noel Banks Medal honours the famed greyhound administrator who won an unprecedented 11 Waterloo Cups with greyhounds he either bred, owned or trained. This Medal recognises a person’s outstanding contribution to coursing, and Gary is certainly a deserved recipient.”
“Coursing numbers grew 15 per cent in 2018 and while there are a number of enormous benefits to coursing, the main one is that it gives greyhounds another avenue. We look forward to another big season ahead, where we are hoping the growth will come in the form of coursing maidens, and we will also be holding an increasing number of veterans races.”
Noel Banks Medal: Gary Robinson Greyhound of the Year: Bear Left Female Greyhound of the Year: Gotham Queen Trainer of the Year: Calven Russell Owner of the Year: Robyn Massina Junior Encouragement Award: Annabelle Groom Gotham Queen (left) made it back-to-back Coursing Female Greyhound of the Year awards.
“Bear Left came to me from (Kyabram trainer) Calven Russell in sensational condition after being sold, so a big thank you to Calven and also to (new NCA Vice President) Murray Collyer for helping prepare him on Waterloo Cup weekend. Coursing is a great weekend and I’ll be back in 2019,” Henness said.
Trainer of the Year, Calven Russell.
Russell, presented with the 2018 Coursing Trainer of the Year, said it was bitter-sweet seeing Bear Left win the Waterloo Cup given it was a race his family had chased for many years. “My grandfather was a trainer who unsuccessfully tried to win a Waterloo Cup for many years, and my dad tried a few times as well as an owner. I’ve got some young pups coming through who I think will be suited to coursing so hopefully I can come
Annabelle Groom with proud parents Bernie and Michelle.
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2018 Waterloo Cup winner Bear Left won the Coursing Greyhound of the Year, with Heathcote trainer Ray Henness delighted with what he discovered in his first season of coursing.
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Craig expressed his gratitude to the many volunteers within Victorian coursing ranks and acknowledged the owners and trainers for the comradery they show.
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New look for Australian Cup Carnival NIGHT 1 – SAT 16 FEB G1 Temlee (525m) G1 Rookie Rebel (600m) G1 Zoom Top (725m) Entertainment: Super heroes theme, GAP Activation, free admission. More info at themeadows.org.au/events/australiancup-carnival-night-1 NIGHT 2 – SAT 23 FEB
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he 2019 Australian Cup Carnival is set to bring greyhound racing to new audiences.
While The Meadows will continue to attract local families through the gates in their droves - a Superheroes themed opening night of the carnival will ensure that – this year’s carnival will also comprise a Box Draw Lunch at Zinc in Melbourne’s Federation Square on the Monday afternoon before the Cup. Eight charities will be allocated an Australian Cup runner at the Lunch, while a Greyhound Adoption Program activation marquee will be assembled in the busy Fed Square precinct where passers by can enjoy free coffee, meet some greyhounds and have their photo taken with the Australian Cup trophy.
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The $1.3M TAB Australian Cup Carnival will be run across three consecutive Saturday nights from 16 February. This includes five Group 1s, a Group 3, plus two brand new feature events – the $25,000 to-the-winner Country Championship Final (heats to be conducted across four provincial tracks), $20,000 to-thewinner Australian Cup Consolation and $15,000 to-the-winner Cup Night Middle Distance. For more information on the racing component of the TAB Australian Cup Carnival turn to Page 36 or visit fasttrack.grv.org.au
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G1 Fanta Bale Super Stayers Cup Heats (725m) Entertainment: giveaways, live music, kids entertainment, GAP activation, free admission. BOX DRAW LUNCH @ FED SQUARE – MON 25 FEB Box draw of the Australian Cup Panel discussion including special guest Eight charities partnered with a greyhound in the Australian Cup. Winning charity to receive $10,000; all other charities to receive $2,000 donated by The Meadows. General public to enjoy GAP activation marquee in Federation Square. NIGHT 3 – SAT 2 MAR G1 Australian Cup Final (525m) G1 Fanta Bale Super Stayers Cup (725m) G3 Vic Bred Maiden Final (525m) Country Championship Final (525m) Australian Cup Consolation (525m) Cup Night Middle Distance (600m) Entertainment: Kids rides and activities, charity presentation, live music, GAP Activation, free admission.
Rippin’ Sam and Tornado Tears could take some stopping in the Australian Cup Carnival. Photo by: Clint Anderson.
Litter Brothers on track for Zoom Top By Renee Mok and Andrew Copley
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Pursell has been working closely with top trainer Robert Britton for more than three years and became a qualified trainer last November. He officially started training Rippin’ Sam in January.
Despite not having raced since September because of a cracked hock, Tornado Tears has been instilled the pre-noms favourite to win the Group 1 Zoom Top (725m) invitational on opening night of the carnival (16 February).
He went on to say that Tornado Tears had been trialling against Rippin’ Sam, with little separating the sons of Fernando Bale and Tears Siam, and that Tornado Tears was unlikely to have a start before the Zoom Top.
Rippin’ Sam made his comeback from a sesamoid (wrist) injury after a four-month layoff on Warragul Cup night (12 January), but he tailed off and finished last to a rampaging Dyna Chancer. The Stewards’ Report read that Rippin’ Sam sustained an injured left wrist, left triangle muscle and bruising around the left calf during the run, and as such a 14 day stand down period was imposed.
“He (Tornado Tears) will be going straight in as it’s hard to get a race over 700m. He seems okay, he’s pulling up good (from his trials). We just have to make sure his injury is alright and keep on top of that,” Pursell said. Hear the full interview with Brendan Pursell at grv.org.au/ podcasts
“It was very disappointing coming back and then that happening,” trainer Brendan Pursell told RSN’s Off The Leash. “He had just had a slow recovery and it had to do with his old injury (was upsetting), but we have since got the green light from the vet and he’s back trialling now.”
Zoom Top pre-noms market: $3 Tornado Tears $4 Poco Dorado $6 Rippin’ Sam $8 Barcali; Blue Moon Rising; Veloce Nero
ustralia’s top staying duo, litter brothers Tornado Tears and Rippin’ Sam, are on track to compete in this month’s Australian Cup Carnival at The Meadows.
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G1 Australian Cup Heats (525m)
Roger Express (2) made up many lengths to run down halfbrother Wise Piquet in a thrilling Grade 5 Final over 600m.
Metro-based Moody bucking the trend By Renee Mok and Andrew Copley
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elbournians thinking about training greyhounds in the city need look no further than Josh Moody for inspiration. Josh lives in Deer Park, just 18km west of the CBD, and works full-time as a fire technician. Josh began training less than three years ago and his greyhound Roger Express (Premier Fantasy – Serena To Excel) achieved a career highlight for himself and his trainer when narrowly taking out the $12,000 to-the-winner VicGreys Grade 5 Final (600m) at The Meadows on 11 January and paying $16.50. He was the most experienced greyhound in the race, with the victory taking his record to 12 wins from 76 starts, including three victories from his past five races. “It was a massive thrill. He got a bit jumbled up at the start but managed to get through on the rails,” a delighted Moody told RSN’s Off The Leash. Training two greyhounds in suburbia has its challenges, but Josh says he has a lot of support from his ‘mumma’, who prepares his greyhounds’ meals, as well as a network of friends. Since he doesn’t live on acreage, he has found places nearby to exercise his dogs including Altona Beach.
Once upon a time there were hundreds of greyhound trainers based in the suburbs of Melbourne until the convenience of galloping on larger properties became the norm, however Josh is proving that training from a house block is still a viable option. When asked if he had any advice to offer prospective metropolitan trainers, he said “You get (out) what you put in. So, put time in your dogs and you’ll see results. Don’t be afraid to ask people for advice in the industry, be consistent and the results will show.” To hear the full interview listen to the 16 January podcast of Off The Leash (go to 7:31) at grv.org.au/podcasts. Owner trainer Josh Moody is all smiles after the race. Photos courtesy Jason McKeown Photography
In addition to walks on the beach, Josh has his greyhounds ‘checked’ after their races by a muscle man in the western suburbs and if he’s sore he takes him for massages at Perfect Pulse Performance, a company that works with thoroughbreds, to help him recover as quickly as possible.
Josh refused to attribute Roger Express’ recent spike in form to a purple patch, insisting he has been a model of consistency throughout his career.
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Roger Express has now earned more than $50,000 in prize money after being purchased by Moody as a pup for just $500.
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“Our day starts at about 5am. Roger wakes up with a bit of a bark to say he’s good to go for the day, so we’ll take him down to the Altona Dog Beach in the back of the wagon, give him a quick stroll through the water, relax his muscles a bit, and go home for breakfast after that,” Josh explained.
“He is consistent and honest as they come,” Josh said. “He has run second to (Melbourne Cup winner) My Redeemer and ran third to (Maturity Classic winner) Dyna Patty four starts back, so we’re really proud of him. He is part of the family and is my best mate.”
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Greyhound racing clubs establish fire evacuation centres By Renee Mok
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ictoria’s 13 greyhound racing clubs have established evacuation centres to provide temporary accommodation to ensure greyhounds can be relocated from properties under the threat of fire. Last month there was a massive bushfire in Gippsland and several greyhound kennels were evacuated, including the Spolly’s Syndications kennel in Kilmany. The greyhounds were safely relocated to the Sale Greyhound Racing Club, where staff did an amazing job of supporting local participants and greyhounds until the fire subsided. There were approximately 35 greyhounds that spent the night at the Sale GRC kennels on 4 January, along with Longford trainer, Gary Sciortino, who chose to stay with his greyhounds.
EMERGENCY PLANNING: •
· Country Fire Authority – Bushfire Survival Plan https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare
· Agriculture Victoria – Pets in emergencies http:// agriculture.vic.gov.au/agriculture/emergencies/pets- in-emergencies
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Discuss your plan, record it and share it with your family and staff at your kennels.
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Prepare a list of preferred boarding kennels, animal shelters or friends who would be able to provide a temporary house and care for your greyhounds – this may include your local greyhound racing club’s evacuation centres
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Give a trusted neighbour, family member or friend, who is familiar with your greyhounds, a key to your property in case they need to access your greyhounds.
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Ensure your greyhounds are identified with visible markers, such as a collar, and their vaccinations are up to date in case they need to be admitted to a boarding facility or shelter.
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Ensure your contact details are on GRV’s FastTrack portal
“We weren’t in direct threat, but we have six dogs. We had to get them out of there,” Gary said. Spolly’s Syndications trainer, Jessica Baldwin said it was a horrible night. They evacuated as soon as they got notice with fellow trainers helping them relocate their dogs. Spolly’s took 12 racing dogs, 20 puppies and a litter of newborns to the Sale GRC.
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Jessica says they were lucky. When they checked the fire authority website in the morning, the evacuation notice had been lifted and their property was not hit by the fire. However, the experience made her realize the importance of evacuation plans and making sure you have insurance to cover fire damage.
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“The trainers work so hard with their dogs,” Jessica said. “It would be devastating if anything happened to them. At least you can relocate the greyhounds and make sure they’re okay. There are some kennels that have way more dogs than us. They should really figure out what they’re going to do should they have to evacuate.” Bushfires are a recurring issue for rural and regional areas in Victoria, so greyhound participants need to be aware of potential fires near their kennels, prepare for possible bushfires and have an emergency plan in place should evacuation be required. To reduce the risk of fire, maintain the areas where your greyhounds are kept. Keep grass cut low around kennels, yards, and exercise runs. Remove all garden waste or rubbish that may be fire hazards. Ensure your greyhounds always have a water supply that they can’t spill and will last them several days, even if you expect to be home soon. You should have an emergency plan to relocate your greyhounds quickly and efficiently should you receive notice to evacuate. Remember - leaving early is the safest option to protect yourself, your family and your greyhounds.
Prepare an emergency plan for bushfires
In the event of an emergency, you may have to leave your property at very short notice. Preparing an emergency kit in advance will ensure you have everything needed to care for your greyhounds. Below is the GRV emergency planning checklist: •
Food and water for at least 3 days
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Leads, muzzles and travel crates
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An information list including your name, address and phone numbers
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Greyhound first aid items and essential medication
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Greyhound medical history, vaccination certificate and veterinary contacts
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Blankets, towels and bedding
If there are fires in your area, monitor the CFA (www.cfa.vic. gov.au) and BoM (www.bom.gov.au) websites and social media channels, and contact your local club for further advice regarding activation of evacuation centres.
STAY UPTODATE
Current information about the Hot Weather & Transport Policies available online • The internal temperature of a vehicle or trailer transporting greyhounds must be kept at 32°C or lower. • Greyhounds must be transported in air-conditioned vehicles or trailers if at any point of the journey the maximum temperature is forecast to be 32°C or higher.
Note: Hot Weather affected journeys may NOT always coincide with a hot weather affected race meeting. For complete details go to:
greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/policies-and-guidance
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Points of contact in a fire emergency Club
Number of Kennels
Contact Information
BALLARAT
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Brett Jones | Interim General Manager | (03) 5335 7201
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Troy Harley | General Manager | 0402 800 555
CRANBOURNE
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Amanda Frey | Club Manager | 0418 118 185 Tim Godfrey | Track Manager | 0412 585 631
GEELONG
112
David Hoey | General Manager | 0450 885 587 Rebecca Henderson | Administration Manager | 0425 858 901 Tony Dempsey | Track Manager | 0400 282 490
HEALESVILLE
96
Cynthia O’Brien | Club Manager | (03) v5962 2420
HORSHAM
116
Justin Brilliant | Club Manager | 0418 361 268
THE MEADOWS
106
Marg Long | Club Manager | 0417 252 253 The Meadows | (03) 9355 5222
SALE
124
Peter Johnston | Club Manager | (03) 5144 2148
SANDOWN
118
Greg Miller | Club Manager | 0413 201 957 Jason Adams | Racing & Communications Officer | 0431 830 472 Sandown | 9546 9511
SHEPPARTON
108
Carl McGrath | Club Manager | (03) 5823 5577
TRARALGON
96
Olivia Alcock I Administration & Function Manager I 0439 654 542 Traralgon GRC 5174 2135
WARRAGUL
100
Adrian Scott | Club Manager | 0478 095 537 Warragul GRC | (03) 5623 1867
WARRNAMBOOL
96
Craig Monigatti | Club Manager | 0417 378 916 Warrnambool GRC | (03) 5561 2766
The Country Fire Association (CFA) have great online resources to ensure you are ready this fire season.
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Steps you should consider taking to be prepared: 1. Visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au 2. Contact your local Fire Brigade so they are familiar with you and are aware how many animals you have in case there is a need to evacuate in the future. 3. Attend a CFA run Fire Preparation Meeting to discuss what a fire can do in our local area, how best to prepare and what you can do in the case of a fire.
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Are you fire ready?
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News By Lynton Hogan President of GOTBA Victoria Inc.
Activism. It’s a word that us greyhound racing enthusiasts distrust. We associate it with those who want to end greyhound racing. In greyhound terms, it raises the hackles. But it need not. Activism is direct action in pursuit of a cause. Participants and stakeholders can be activists in support of greyhound racing and can counter and weaken the words and actions, often irrational and ill-informed, of those who rail against a sport that employs thousands and brings hundreds of millions of dollars into the economy. In The Art of War, the Chinese strategist and philosopher Sun Tzu said:
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It is said that if you know your enemies and know yourself, you will not be imperilled in a hundred battles; if you do not know your enemies but do know yourself, you will win one and lose one; if you do not know your enemies nor yourself, you will be imperilled in every single battle. Know yourself: Greyhound participants need to know the key benefits of the sport to each of themselves as individuals, to the wider participant group and to the community generally. Participants need to know facts such as that Victorian greyhound racing supports close to 3,000 full time equivalent positions in Victoria alone and that there are more than 15,000 people who are directly involved in the Victorian greyhound racing industry as an employee, volunteer or participant (IER Pty Ltd, Size and Scope of the Victorian Greyhound Racing Industry, March 2017 – see http:// www.grv.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/GRV_VGRI.pdf ). You should know, for example, that in 2017, the World Anti-Doping Agency, across Olympic and non-Olympic sports, reported adverse or atypical findings in 1.48% of samples tested1 – in Victorian greyhound racing the equivalent figure in 2017/18 (GRV Annual
WHAT IS THE GOTBA? Are you a member of the GOTBA? If not, please contact us via the channels below. Website: gotbavictoria.wildapricot.org General enquiries: gotbav@gmail.com Phone: 0423 357 620
Know your opponents: This is difficult. It can be infuriating. Attempt to understand what arguments – however misleading – might be used against greyhound racing, what action our opponents might take and what areas of criticism we can attack simply by being better on. Look at websites such as the ‘Coalition for Protection of Greyhounds’ and their publications. Read their analysis of the 2018 campaign to end greyhound racing in Florida, USA. Know that opponents spent $3.3m and those in favour of racing $142,000. That opponents try to use such things as ‘doping statistics’ (but see above), injury rates and ‘undercover scenes from inside racing kennels’ to advance their goals. Act. Armed with that knowledge, what then can you do at an individual and then wider level? First, recognise that what you and those around you do every single day as a participant is important: participate while promoting your greyhounds’ welfare in every respect: any compromise may come at a very heavy cost. Second, if you see an anti-racing campaign, be ready to counter it with facts, forcefully but without unnecessary aggression: if you see a web campaign urging people to contact politicians or media, with a link to them, take five minutes to do it yourself too expressing your support for greyhound racing. Third, do the little things: if you hear a person say something negative about greyhound racing, disagree and say what it does for you, for your family or for your community. Point them to the IER report referred to above. Fourth, and finally, join GOTBA Vic. We can and do take direct action advocating for the greyhound racing industry and its participants, particularly with politicians. GOTBA Vic will also become more active in advocating for the wider industry in 2019.
The Greyhound Owners, Trainers and Breeders Association (GOTBA) of Victoria is a not-for 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. GGOTBA Committee: Lynton Hogan (President), Robert Britton & Sandra Reed (Co-Vice Presidents), Gayle Osbourne (Secretary), John Reid, John Cheeseman, Karen Leek, Geoff Miles, Stan Ralph and Brian Selleck (General Committee).
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GREYHOUND QUIZ
1 POINT Q1) Which greyhound lowered Warragul’s 680m track record on 2019 Warragul Cup night? Q2) Which trainer won all three feature events on the final night of Warrnambool’s 2019 Seaside Festival? Q3) Mossimo Bale won the 2018 Cranbourne Cup. What colour is he? a) Black b) Red fawn c) Blue
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Report) was 0.59% - 2.5 times less.
2 POINTS Q4) Which 2018 Maturity Classic finalist was run down by his half-brother Roger Express in a Grade 5 final over 600m at The Meadows on 11 January? Q5) Which greyhound (pictured) won the Kings Vs Queens Final at Healesville on 27 January? Q6) Rippin’ Sam was runner-up to which greyhound in the 2018 Zoom Top at The Meadows?
Go to page 25 for the answers!
3 POINTS Q7) Which trainer qualified two finalists for the last month’s Group 2 Warragul Cup?
Rocky Crisafi with the highly promising Jebrynah. Photo by: Clint Anderson.
winning six of his first seven races. He came in second in the Group 2 Warragul Cup final on 12 January, after nipping on the heels of seasoned racer and eventual winner, Dyna Hunter, and Rocky is happy with how Jebrynah is coming along. “He’s improving,” he said. “He’s still a young dog. I don’t believe they reach their full potential until they’re two and a half. He’s only 23 months old so he’s got plenty of improving to do. “I expect big things from him. We’ll see how he holds up and if he gets any injuries. I hope he stays sound, and we’ll take it as it comes. I can’t say he’s going to win the Melbourne Cup or anything – I hope he does, but if the time comes and he’s good enough that’s what we aim for.”
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The veteran Pakenham trainer had retired from greyhound racing and was travelling Australia with his wife when he got a call from the owner telling him about a promising dog he has.
Jebrynah, a February 2017 son of Cosmic Rumble and Jebrynah Glory, opened his career in auspicious fashion
“I don’t believe they reach their full potential until they’re two and a half. He’s only 23 months old so he’s got plenty of improving to do.” Rocky is having a hard time getting away from greyhound racing, but he seems happy to continue training as it brings his family together. “I brought the family together by having this dog. We go to the races together and we talk about the dog and we have a really good time,” he said.
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“We were tossing it up because my wife wanted to keep travelling,” Rocky said. “You can’t go away at all when you have dogs; but our grandkids love the dogs too; the whole family gets involved, so we took Jebrynah on and here we are,” Crisafi said.
Since returning to the sport, Rocky has been asked to train Jebrynah’s sister, Jebrynah Helios, who is also doing quite well; and he recently added superstar greyhound Neo Cleo and her brother Black Neo to his kennels. Rocky is targeting this month’s Cranbourne Cup with Neo Cleo.
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t was going to take something special to get Rocky Crisafi to come out of retirement and it came along in the form of a promising young greyhound named Jebrynah.
Having worked in the industry for years, Rocky was once one of the top trainers in Victoria and continues to be recognized as an exceptional trainer.
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Going above and beyond for inseparable golden oldies
Rose Streatfeild with Tommy and Zeta at last month’s adoption event in Seymour, where they unfortunately didn’t find a home.
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ose Streatfeild is the GAP Volunteer and Foster Coordinator for GRV’s Greyhound Welfare and Rehoming Department, and she is known to go above and beyond the call of duty to help these beautiful dogs find homes.
Zeta’s received a birthday cake on her 14th birthday.
When GAP received a call from an owner who could no longer home his elderly greyhounds, Rose was the one who welcomed Tommy (11) and Zeta (14) into her Mooroolbark home back in October. She saw that they were senior dogs who wouldn’t be comfortable in a kennel environment, and she felt compelled to foster the inseparable golden oldies. “It’s been pretty fun having them around,” Rose said. “They are really opposite in their personalities. Tommy is bubbly and likes going up to people. Zeta is more reserved being the old girl that she is. Considering it was a huge move for them, they’ve handled it quite well and it’s good to see them evolve and come out of their shells.” In addition to her work at GRV, Rose has been fostering greyhounds on and off since 2010. “It’s quite unusual to have dogs for so long,” she said regarding Tommy and Zeta. “Foster care is usually three to four weeks, but even in three weeks, you see a lot of changes in greyhounds. It’s why foster caring is so great. They all have different characteristics and different things to show you – the fun part is getting to see their personalities.” Tommy and Zeta are a delightful pair who have lived together for many years and are now looking for a quiet home to spend the rest of their days. GAP was aiming to adopt the duo into the same house during the recent Seymour Adoption Weekend. While the event was a big success and a record number of greyhounds found homes, sadly Tommy and Zeta were some of the few remaining at the end of the event. Since they weren’t adopted, Rose continues to provide foster care for these lovely dogs and GAP has put out a special request to its community to help these two find a home. GAP have received a couple of promising offers and have their fingers crossed that Tommy and Zeta will be in a new home soon.
Tommy has found life pretty comfortable in foster care at Rose’s home.
A range of Collingwood FC memorabilia will be auctioned and raffled on the night.
Three Magpie greats to take centre stage By Phil Weir
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n the state of Victoria one thing is certain; AFL is never out of season. Even the hottest summer months can’t stem the flow of constant predictions, theories and prognostications about who’s the team to beat, whose hammie will be a problem or where that coach should be playing what’s-his-name…
Racing Club on February 16, when three of biggest Magpies – Dane Swan, Steele Sidebottom and Dayne Beams – will be live on stage for the Footy Funatics dinner show. According to Ballarat GRC Manager Brett Jones, Ballarat is a huge footy town. “Some of the great names of football started their careers in Ballarat and the locals just can’t get enough. It’s not just Collingwood supporters either; everyone’s keen to hear experts so they can gear-up for the season.”
“These three players are all-Australian, Copeland trophy winners and premiership players. Throw in a Brownlow to Dane; you don’t get much more expertise than that on one stage.” There’s more on the night than just football though – the race card includes the $15,000 Lil’ Dickie Oaks and $20,000 Western District Derby, attracting some top dogs on the track. First race is set for 5.30pm.
If the 2019 season is on your mind, the opportunity to hear directly from some the game’s great players – about a month away from the first bounce of the season – will be tempting at least.
The dinner kicks off at 6.30pm with the 90-minute show from 7.00pm. Tickets are $95, or $125 for the ultimate VIP experience, including meeting the players, a photo opportunity and front row seats.
Your pre-season footy fix is coming to Ballarat Greyhound
Book soon by phoning Ballarat GRC on 5335 7201.
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Group Listed Western Districts Derby For males whelped on or after 1 August 2016 First prize: $20,000 Distance: 450m
Lil Dickie Oaks (VicGreys)
For females whelped on or after 1 August 2016 First prize: $15,000 Distance: 450m
Heats: Monday 11 February Finals: Saturday 16 February
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Pam and Terry after winning one of many races together over a 45-year period.
Pam Burns, then 27, with Bashful Gem after winning the Sandown Presidents stake (718m) in 1978.
Fitting tribute for the late Pamela Burns By Andrew Copley
F
riends and family farewelled greyhound racing pioneer Pamela Burns at the Cranbourne Greyhound Racing Club on 23 January.
Pam obtained her trainers license in the 1970s, making her one of the industry’s first ever female greyhound trainers.
“Mum would not have wanted us to make a fuss but we felt that this was a fitting tribute as she had such a passion for the greyhound industry I am sure she would have had a cheeky smile and been a little upset at all the fuss at the same time,” Kelly laughed.
Based in Koo Wee Rup, Pam and husband Terry were regulars at the Cranbourne track, where they raced and trialled their greyhounds on a weekly basis for many years.
Making the night more special was the fact that Terry produced the winners of Races 10 and 11 – Buckle Up Spud ($7.60) and Kel Knight ($4.50) respectively.
Daughter Kelly, being in the funeral industry, had the honour of being able to take Pam on a farewell lap of the track in a hearse
“To get a double on the night was so nice for our family. It was very fitting,” Kelly said.
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prior to the race meeting, at which Terry had five greyhounds engaged to race.
GRV VIC BRED Series races are designed to promote and reward Victorian Bred Greyhounds. Each series is designed to give an equal opportunity to a variety of greyhounds, of similar grade and experience, a chance to compete for above average prizemoney. GRV VIC BRED Series are open to Victorian Bred Greyhounds and all provincial finals carry a VICGREYS Bonus. Listed are when GRV VIC BRED Series commence during February and March 2019.
VIC BRED SERIES GRV VIC BRED Maiden Series
Tue, 5 Feb
Night
WGL
GRV VIC Bred Series - Maiden Heat 460
Wed, 13 Feb
Day
MEP
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 525
Tue, 26 Feb
Twilight
HOR
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 410
Sun, 10 Mar
Twilight
SLE
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 440
Sun, 24 Mar
Day
HVL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 350
GRV VIC BRED Mixed 6/7 Series Wed, 27 Feb
Night
CRN
GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 520
Sat, 16 Feb
Twilight
BAL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)
Fri, 15 Mar
Night
GEL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 460 (1 - 4 Wins)
Sun, 17 Feb
Day
HVL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 300
Fri, 22 Feb
Night
GEL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 460
Sun, 24 Feb
Day
SAP
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 515
Sun, 3 Mar
Twilight
SLE
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 440
Tue, 5 Mar
Night
GEL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 520
Mon, 11 Mar
Day
SAP
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 515
Thu, 14 Mar
Twilight
SHP
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 450
Tue, 19 Mar
Twilight
HOR
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 410
Tue, 19 Mar
Night
WGL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 460
Fri, 29 Mar
Twilight
BEN
GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 425
Fri, 1 Feb
Twilight
BEN
GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Heat 660 (Less Than $25000)
Thu, 28 Feb
Night
WBL
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 650 (0 - 6 Wins) (No City Wins)
GRV VIC BRED Restricted Win Series
GRV VIC BRED Grade 5 Series
GRV VIC BRED Distance Series
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Max Tractor with Jeff and Marie Geall after winning the Maiden Final by six lengths. Photo by: Jason McKeown.
Career learnings standing novice trainer in good stead By Renee Mok and Andrew Copley
own for the first time.
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ewcomer Jeff Geall says his challenging career in the workforce has played a pivotal role in his early success as a greyhound trainer.
Jeff’s greyhound Max Tractor won the Join The 525 Club Now Maiden Final (525m) at The Meadows on 19 January, making it two from two to start his career. Jeff works full-time as a disability carer and following his first feature race success he told RSN’s Off The Leash program that working with people who have disabilities has been a great experience which has influenced the way he trains his greyhounds. “I work with people with complex behaviours. It has taught me so much about humanity, treating people with dignity, having empathy for people who have a disability, and I genuinely care… even with greyhounds, we just treat them with respect. They are a beautiful animal. They are greyhounds, they have their issues, as we all know. We try to create a peaceful environment here at our property and I know (my brother) Dave does the same on a bigger scale.”
Since then, David Geall has become one of the top trainers in Victoria. After a break from greyhounds, Jeff recently returned to the sport to help his brother and is now training dogs of his
“Dave has shown me the ropes and has been an amazing mentor,” Jeff said. “I have the best of both worlds – backyard hobby experience and working with Dave,” he said. Jeff said he’s impressed by the changes to greyhound racing since he last worked in the industry.
“I work with people with complex behaviours. It has taught me so much about humanity, and I genuinely care… even with greyhounds, we just treat them with respect. They are a beautiful animal.” “I would say it’s in a good place – just the whole welfare and integrity – GRV has done an amazing job to where it is today. To have Tier 3 racing, that was unheard of in the early days… It’s just amazing where the sport is at the moment… it’s come a long way,” he said. Looking ahead, Jeff is setting Max Tractor, a greyhound owned by his wife Marie, for the Group 2 Launching Pad series (515m) at Sandown Park in April. To hear the full interview listen to the 23 January podcast of Off The Leash (go to 11:53) at grv.org.au/podcasts.
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Jeff was introduced to greyhound racing a long time ago. He recalls his dad training a greyhound when he was a boy and working at the old Geelong track in Corio with his brother David in the 1970s prior to the opening of Beckley Park.
Jeff lives in the town of Fyansford and regards himself as a ‘hobby trainer.’ He has two greyhounds, Zipping Eleanor and Max Tractor, in his backyard and then works at his brother’s kennels in Lara, which is 15 minutes away.
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Racing Integrity Commissioner, Sal Perna.
Racing Integrity Commissioner to embark on revamped roadshow
D
uring February and March 2019, Victoria’s Racing Integrity Commissioner, Sal Perna, will be conducting his annual roadshows in regional and metropolitan locations throughout Victoria.
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In 2019, the roadshow sessions will be in the form of a ‘Q&A’ approach, in a less formal presentation format used in previous years and will be conducted at race clubs on race days. This new approach is in response to feedback received from previous roadshow attendees.
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The sessions are aimed at building on those undertaken in the previous seven years to create a greater understanding and awareness of the role and responsibilities of the Commissioner, the work the office has undertaken and an overview of what is in place to ensure that the Victorian Racing Industry operates free from the influence of crime and corruption. The Commissioner’s attendance will provide anyone attending the race meeting an opportunity to raise questions and hear first-hand of the Commissioner’s perspectives on integrity in the racing industry. Those interested in submitting questions in advance to any of the sessions are kindly asked to send their questions to email rsvp@racingintegrity.vic.gov.au prior to the session. Please note: Times may be subject to change. Please check your local club or go to racingintegrity.vic.gov.au for details closer to the relevant date.
Details of the Commissioner’s attendances are as follows: Date
Location
Time
Venue
Tuesday 5 February
Horsham (Twilight)
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Horsham Greyhound Racing Club (Function Room) Horsham Showgrounds McPherson Street, Horsham
Wednesday 6 February
Ballarat (Night)
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Ballarat and District Trotting Club (Committee Room) Corner Bell & Sutton Street, Redan
Tuesday 12 February
Geelong (Twilight)
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Geelong Greyhound Racing Club (Grand Stand) Beckley Park, Broderick Road, Corio
Thursday 14 February
Warrnambool (Day)
12:30pm – 2:30pm
Warrnambool Racing Club 2-64 Grafton Road, Warrnambool
Wednesday 20 February
Mildura (Night)
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Mildura Harness Racing Club, (Sokyola Room) 1 Twelfth Street, Mildura
Friday 22 February
Moonee Valley (Night)
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Moonee Valley Racing Club 1 McPherson Street, Moonee Ponds
Thursday 28 February
Shepparton (Night)
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Shepparton Harness Racing Club (Winning Post Dining Room) Quest Racing Complex, Goulburn Valley Highway,Kialla
Friday 1 March
Swan Hill (Day)
12:30pm – 2:30pm
Swan Hill Jockey Club (JB's Public Bar Area) 17 Gray Street, Swan Hill
Tuesday 5 March
Cranbourne (Night) Greyhound Race Meeting
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Cranbourne Turf Club (Committee Room) Grant Street, Cranbourne
Wednesday 6 March
Bendigo (Twilight)
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Bendigo Jockey Club, (Ascot Room) 42 Heinz Street, East Bendigo
Horsham greyhounds support The Horsham Greyhound Racing Club is partnering with national charity Livin, a not-for-profit organisation which raises mental health and suicide prevention awareness through education programs. The club is donating $100 to Livin whenever a race is won by a local trainer during the first nine weeks of 2019. The fundraiser will culminate at the Horsham Cup on Saturday, 9 March, with a cheque presentation to Livin on the night.
Murtoa sprinter Shield Of Dreams (Bruce Baxter) defeats kennelmate Digger’s Cove (Heather Baxter) at Horsham on Australia Day, earning $100 for Livin. A total of $900 was raised during January despite losing two meetings to heat.
“This is a great opportunity for the club to give back to the local community and support those in need. The club has a huge number of local trainers and we are looking to be able to make a significant donation to Livin on Cup night,” said the Club’s Manager, Justin Brilliant.
There will be many opportunities for local trainers to win with more than 100 races during the nine weeks with the club aiming to raise between $3000 – $5000.
“The Horsham Greyhound Racing Club is looking forward to seeing local trainers winning and the club making donations to the charity on their behalf,” he said.
The donations will be going directly back to the local Wimmera area with Livin using the funds to present its LIVINwell educational program.
Testing Dates Re-homing of all greyhounds is a key goal for GRV. To assist owners with re-homing their greyhounds, 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 the next 3 months 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 AS PER THE NEW REQUIREMENTS* described below and given at least 10 days before the pre-entry assessment; and not have been trained, trialled or raced for at least one month (preferably two months) prior to the testing day (“wind-down period”). This will increase the likelihood of your greyhound passing the temperament test. The ‘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. NOTE: The entry fee for greyhounds into the GAP has been waived permanently. Pre-entry Assessment Booking Number:
03 8329 1100
LOCATION
TESTING DAY
TIME
Sandown
Monday, 4 February 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Tuesday, 5 February 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 6 February 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Shepparton
Monday, 11 February 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
Sale
Tuesday, 12 February 2019
9.30am to 12.30am
Sandown
Monday, 18 February 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 19 February 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 20 February 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Monday, 25 February 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Cranbourne
Tuesday, 26 February 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Monday, 4 March 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sale
Tuesday, 5 March 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
Geelong
Wednesday, 6 March 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 12 March 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 13 March 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Bendigo
Monday, 18 March 2019
10.30am to 1.30pm
GAP/Seymour
Tuesday, 19 March 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Cranbourne
Tuesday, 19 March 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 25 March 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 27 March 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sandown
Monday, 1 April 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
Meadows
Tuesday, 2 April 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
Geelong
Thursday, 4 April 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Warrnambool
Monday, 8 April 2019
10.00am to 1.00pm
Shepparton
Monday, 8 April 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
GAP/Seymour
Tuesday, 9 April 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
GAP/Seymour
Monday, 15 April 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Sale
Tuesday, 16 April 2019
9.30am to 12.30pm
Ballarat
Wednesday, 17 April 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
Pre-entry Assessment email:
GAP/Seymour
Thursday, 18 April 2019
9.00am to 12.00pm
gapbooking@grv.org.au
Sandown
Monday, 29 April 2018
10.00am to 1.00pm
Please Note: Testing dates and times are subject to change.
From 1 March 2018, your greyhound must have had the following vaccinations: • Parvovirus, Distemper and Hepatitis (C3) within the last 2½ years (or within the last 1 year if the last C3 was given earlier than 12 months of age); and • Kennel Cough (both Bordetella and Parainfluenza) within the last 6 months where the Bordetella component is given as an intra-nasal or oral vaccine.
FEBRUARY 2019
*NEW GAP VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
The simplest method to achieve this is an injectable C3 vaccine plus the standard intra-nasal Kennel Cough vaccine. If you or your veterinarian have any questions on these requirements please contact GRV.
that GAP adopted more than 1,300 greyhounds into the homes of Victorian families in the 2017 financial year? That’s an average of more than three per day!
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GRV asks participants to be aware that session dates and times are subject to change in hot weather. The GRV Hot Weather Policy is now being applied to GAP Pre-Entry Assessment dates. For days when the temperature is forecast to be 32 degrees or above, pre-entry assessment sessions may be subject to a time change. For days when the temperature is forecast to be 38 degrees or above, pre-entry assessment sessions will be cancelled. GRV will notify participants by phone as soon as possible for all session changes and cancellations. Wherever possible, GRV will endeavour to replace cancelled sessions with new sessions in the local area.
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Handsome hero Dave departs Feb 2013 – Jan 2019 By Renn Barker
F
or many years, visitors to the Seymour head office of Victoria’s Greyhound Adoption Program were greeted by a very handsome fawn greyhound called Dave who saw himself as very much in charge of the program. Dave came to GAP as an eight-week-old puppy when it was discovered he would never have a racing career because of a significant heart murmur. Instead Dave, through sheer personality and good looks, developed a new job as GAP’s four-footed Ambassador. He regularly attended Adoption Days and the GAP stand at the Royal Melbourne Show, featured in calendars, Christmas cards and education and training posters and videos and had a large following on social media. Dave’s gentle confidence and lovely manners also meant he often took prospective greyhound owners for walks as an ideal introduction to the breed. When not busy promoting greyhounds as pets, Dave would chill with Alice, the GAP office cat and Gonzo The Great, a little scruffy terrier, and he was always there for members of the GAP team when they needed a hug after a long day. Sadly, Dave was diagnosed last month with a massive tumour that was beyond treatment and he spent his last day at Seymour on 27 January, surrounded by his GAP family. GAP’s Head behaviourist, Diana Rayment, spoke for the entire team when she said “I've never met another dog as gentle and kind
Dave was a much-loved ambassador for greyhounds as pets.
as Dave and I think it's going to be a long time until I meet one that comes close. He really was just a sweet angel soul that made everyone happy”. Friends and fans of Dave can pay their respects and share their memories at www.facebook.com/ GreyhoundAdoptionProgramVIC
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GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
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Featuring leading greyhound trainer Robert Britton
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Also featuring… - Two-minute check for injuries
- When to see a vet
- Post-race observation
- Meat & kibble
- Checking ‘nervy’ dogs for soreness
- Bread, vegetable soup & eggs - Supplements
Watch them all at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/video Exercising & trialling
Feeding on race days
HAS YOUR GREYHOUND BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED AT THE TRACK?
ASK THE ON-TRACK VET about GRV funding* for a full injury assessment off-track Further funding* may be available for treatment of eligible injuries.
DID YOU KNOW?
GRV has set up a Racing Injury Working Party (RIWP) to review all catastrophic and major injuries on greyhound tracks in Victoria, with the purpose of observing trends and providing safety improvements at GRV Clubs and private facilities. All Greyhound Recovery Initiative cases, including take-ups and denials, are reviewed by the RIWP.
Make an informed decision about the future of your greyhound *GRV’s new Greyhound Recovery Initiative (GRI) program
Welfare Report By Gavin Goble General Manager Animal Welfare Workshop attendees are encouraged to bring a greyhound with them to assist with practical learnings.
With a focus on practical application, the workshops will assist participants in identifying, preventing and treating injuries or illnesses that can impact on a greyhound’s ability to get to the race track and successfully race. The workshops will begin by establishing a baseline healthy greyhound, before identifying both the physical and behavioural changes that can be indicative an illness or injury.
Injury and Illness Workshops RV now has confirmed dates for the second series of half-day practical workshops covering Injury Identification and First Aid in partnership with Dr Chris Boemo. They are free of charge and will be delivered from approximately 10.00am to 3.00pm with lunch provided (subject to change). Participants will be provided with some useful resources to take away. Numbers are limited to 15 people per workshop, and will be held at the following locations:
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Geelong
Wednesday, 13 February 2019
Sale
Thursday, 21 February 2019
Traralgon
Wednesday, 27 February 2019
Horsham
Thursday, 7 March
Ballarat
Friday, 15 March 2019
Sandown
Tuesday, 19 March 2019
Healesville
Thursday, 21 March 2019
Following this, some key principles of preventative health will be discussed. This will include topics such as the impact of feeding regimens, vaccinations, and exercise of the racing greyhound. The final topic will assist participants with the examination and treatment of their greyhounds, with a focus on areas such as bandaging techniques for soft tissue injury and fracture support, exercise rehabilitation techniques and the overall management of injuries. Given the practical nature of the workshops, participants will be encouraged to bring their own greyhounds. Participants interested in attending should contact Greyhound Welfare and Rehoming on 8329 1118 or https://www.trybooking.com/book/ search?keyword=greyhound.
with Dr Chris Boemo
FEBRUARY 2019
First aid for greyhounds Watch these videos and more at: greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/video
Emergency bandaging
Emergency splinting
Preventing, detecting and treating acidosis
QUIZ ANSWERS 1 POINT
Q1. Dyna Chancer
Q2. Anthony Azzopardi
Q3.B. Red fawn
2 POINTS Q4. Wise Piquet Q5. Startron Q6. Fanta Bale 3 POINTS Q7. Harry Manolitsis
SCORE
0-4 5-8 9 - 11 12
Still a maiden Country class City standard Group 1 performer
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
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Racing Report By Vaughn Lynch General Manager, Racing
Traralgon Update
The updated schedule as per 1 March 2019 will be as follows:
With the Traralgon track currently closed GRV is working closely with the Traralgon GRC to identify the causes of the current issues and to ensure the safest possible track is constructed. Commencing on 1 March 2019, Healesville GA and Cranbourne GRC will race on alternate Mondays with the meeting type to be level 3. Warragul GRC and Sale GRC will race on alternate Friday nights with this meeting a Full Stakes Provincial meeting. This alternating schedule will continue until the reopening of the Traralgon GRC. All GRV Vic Bred series that were scheduled for Traralgon GRC have been rescheduled to alternate Gippsland tracks.
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2 x Metropolitan Meetings
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10 x Full Stake Provincial Meetings
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2 x Hybrid Meetings consisting of 6 Full Stake Provincial Races and 6 Level 3 races (250+ Ranking events)
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1 x Healesville Half Stake Provincial Meeting
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6 x Level 3 Meetings graded utilising APM (beginning with an upper limit of APM of $2,000)
Racing Population
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2 x Level 3 Meetings graded utilising APM although will be selected from the BOTTOM UP.
GRV’s Racing Department has been exploring methods of utilising the racing population including encouragement for owners and trainers to introduce new greyhounds into the racing population. It has been become evident that the current calendar (make-up and split of meetings) does not adequately align to the racing population. The affect has been greyhounds not entering the racing population or exiting quickly due to lack of competitiveness. The details of this have been shared with industry consultative groups over recent months. In order to address the matter the following changes are to be implemented from 1 March 2019 for a trial period until 30 June 2019: In totality the program will switch two Full Stakes Provincial Meetings into Level 3 meetings. This will be achieved by allocating the Saturday twilight meeting as a level 3 meeting (for a non-feature event meetings) and also conducting hybrid meetings at Horsham and Warrnambool where six races at each meeting will be for greyhounds ranked 250+ (subject to nominations received).
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2 x Metropolitan Meetings
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13 x Full Stake Provincial Meetings
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1 x Healesville Half Stake Provincial Meeting
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7 x Level 3 Meetings (Tier 3, APM or Limited Rankings Meeting)
NOMINATION CLOSING TIMES
GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA
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The current schedule is as follows:
Close Day Monday
Close Day Tuesday
KEY MFS = Metro Full Stakes Meeting (Level 1) PFS = Provincial Full Stakes Meeting (Level 2)
Close Day Wednesday
Close Day Thursday
PHS = Provincial Half Stakes Meeting (Level 3) Close Day Friday
The benefits of the updated schedule are as follows: •
Provides a racing program more closely aligned to the current racing population. Currently the median of the population has a ranking point level of 250 points or an APM value of $2,000.
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These limits will assist fields for the Full Stakes Provincial meetings to race against similarly rated opposition.
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The meetings selected from the BOTTOM UP will be popular with the lowest level of the racing population as connections will be confident of competing against similarly rated opposition.
GRV’s Racing Department would also like to flag the possibility of reducing the number of meetings conducted during the remainder of 2019 if the decline of the active greyhound population continues. Currently the racing program requires 2,200 greyhounds racing once a week to be totally full. Depending on the utilisation rates during the upcoming period a critical point may be reached where it is more effective to reduce meetings. The Racing Department will be visiting tracks across the state during February to deliver the above key messages to participants and clubs.
Close Time
Track
Meeting Type
Race Day
9.00AM
Warragul
PHS
Thursday
Timeslot Day
10:00AM
Shepparton
PFS
Thursday
Twilight Night
11:00AM
Sandown
MFS
Thursday
11:00AM
Warrnambool
PFS
Thursday
Night
Close Time
Track
Meeting Type
Race Day
Timeslot
9:00AM
Healesville
PHS
Friday
Day
10:00AM
Bendigo
PFS
Friday
Twilight
11:00AM
Geelong
PFS
Friday
Night
11:00AM
Traralgon
PFS
Friday
Night
Close Time
Track
Meeting Type
Race Day
Timeslot
8:00AM
Rotate
PFS
Saturday
Twilight
9:00AM
Meadows
MFS
Saturday
Night
10:00AM
Sandown (SAP)
PFS
Sunday
Day
10:00AM
Healesville
PHS
Sunday
Day
11:00AM
Sale
PFS
Sunday
Twilight
Close Time
Track
Meeting Type
Race Day
Timeslot
8:00AM
Ballarat
PHS
Monday
Day
8:30AM
Coursing
PHS
Sunday
Day
9:00AM
Traralgon
PHS
Monday
Twilight
10:00AM
Shepparton
PHS
Monday
Night
11:00AM
Horsham
PFS
Tuesday
Twilight
11:00AM
Geelong
PHS
Tuesday
Twilight
Close Time
Track
Meeting Type
Race Day
Timeslot
8:00AM
Warragul
PFS
Tuesday
Night
9:00AM
Meadows (MEP)
PFS
Wednesday
Day
10:00AM
Bendigo
PHS
Wednesday
Twilight
11:00AM
Ballarat
PFS
Wednesday
Night
11:00AM
Cranbourne
PFS
Wednesday
Night
Fri, 1 Feb
Day
HVL
Twilight
BEN
Night
Sat, 2 Feb
Sun, 3 Feb
GEL SLE
Twilight
CRN
Night
MEA
Day
HVL SAP
Twilight
SLE SLE
Day
BAL
Twilight
CRN
Night
SHP GEL
Mon, 4 Feb
Twilight Tue, 5 Feb Night
HOR WGL HVL
Day Wed, 6 Feb Night
MEP
BAL
Day
BEN WGL
Twilight
SHP
Thu, 7 Feb
SAN Night WBL Day
HVL
Twilight
BEN
Fri, 8 Feb
GEL Night
Sat, 9 Feb
SLE
Twilight
CRN
Night
MEA HVL
Sun, 10 Feb
Mon, 11 Feb
Day
SAP
Twilight
SLE
Day
WGL
Twilight
SHP
Night
BAL
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Heat 660 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only) Maiden Heat 425 GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 400 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win 460 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Cranbourne Cup - S/E Heat 520 (Maidens Ineligible)(Random/Guarded Selection Method) Grade 5 311 (Bitches Only) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 600 (No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 525 (Bitches Only) Grade 5 350 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Final 350 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win Heat 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Maiden Heat 515 Restricted Win Final 440 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS) Maiden Heat 440 Maiden 660 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Full Stakes) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Cardross Memorial - Mixed 4/5 Heat 410 (No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only) Maiden Heat 485 Maiden Final 400 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 460 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only)(2 Week Series) Provincial Full Stakes GDR Restricted Win 725 (0 - 4 Wins) Grade 5 No Penalty 600 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win Heat 525 (3 - 6 Wins)(Final SAP 13/2) Mixed 6/7 Final 390 (VICGREYS) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Warragul To Sandown - Grade 5 Final 515 (No City Wins) Restricted Win Final 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Maiden Final 515 GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 390 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win Heat 450 (3 - 6 Wins) Restricted Win 390 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 300 GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Final 660 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Maiden Final 425 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 425 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 400 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 400 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 520 (250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Maiden 440 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking) The Van Echteld - Special Event 311 Cranbourne Cup - S/E Group 2 520 (Maidens Ineligible)(Random/Guarded Selection Method) Special Event 520 (Bitches Only) Super VICGREYS Series - Restricted Win Final 311 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(Final CRN 9/2) Victoria Cup - Special Event 699 Mixed 6/7 Final 525 Grade 5 Final 525 (250+ Ranking) Super Sprint Series - Grade 5 Heat 350 Novice Grade 7 595 Grade 5 515 (Bitches Only) Mixed 6/7 Heat 515 Maiden Final 440 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 Heat 440 Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Maiden 650 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Western Districts Derby - S/E Heat 450 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Aug 2016) Lil Dickie Oaks - S/E Heat 450 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Aug 2016)
660 425 400 460 440 440 520 311 600 525 350 350 515 515 440 440 660 450 545 390 311 520
1900 1325 1405 1405 1405 1405 5000 1405 9060 5280 825 4000 1405 1325 1650 1325 950 825 825 825 825 825
410 485 400 460 460
1405 1325 1405 1405 1325
725 600 525 390 390 450 545
3020 1620 1405 1650 1325 1325 1325
390 450 515 515 515 390 450 390 300 660 425 425 400 400 520 440 440 440 311 520 520 311 699 525 525 350 595 515 515 440 440
1325 1325 6540 6540 5280 4000 1405 1405 825 5000 1405 1405 7500 1405 1405 1405 1405 1325 5000 47000 2000 1650 10000 6540 6540 825 1620 1405 1405 1405 1405
650 390 450 450 450
950 825 825 1650 1650
FEBRUARY
More than $46 million in prize money is distributed through Victorian greyhound racing each year.
RACING CALENDAR
RACING CALENDAR
CLUBS
570+ DISTANCE
GRV VICBRED SERIES
RANK LIMIT MEETING
VETERAN RACE
FEMALE RACE
on/after 1 January 2015: any
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RACING CALENDAR
FEBRUARY
RACING CALENDAR DATE
TIME SLOT
TRACK
GEL Tue, 12 Feb
Twilight
HOR
Night
WGL
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Wed, 13 Feb
BAL Night CRN Day
WGL
Twilight
BEN
Thu, 14 Feb
SAN Night Day Twilight
Fri, 15 Feb
Night
WBL HVL BEN CRN GEL
Twilight
BAL
Night
MEA
Sat, 16 Feb
Sun, 17 Feb
Mon, 18 Feb
Tue, 19 Feb
Day
HVL SAP
Twilight
SLE
Day
BAL
Twilight Night
WGL BEN GEL
Twilight
HOR
Night
WGL
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Wed, 20 Feb
BAL Night CRN
Thu, 21 Feb
Day
WGL
Twilight
BEN SAN
Night Day
HVL
Twilight
BEN
Fri, 22 Feb
GEL Night
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WBL
SLE
TITLE OF EVENT
Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking) Cardross Memorial - Mixed 4/5 Final 410 (No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Maiden Final 485 (VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 410 GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)(2 Week Series)(VICGREYS) Mixed 6/7 Heat 460 Restricted Win Final 525 (3 - 6 Wins)(Final SAP 13/2) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 525 (Vic Bred Only) Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) Tier 3 - Maiden 660 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Tier 3 - Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Tier 3 - Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Tier 3 - Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 699 (Six Dog Maiden Program) S/E Veteran 520 (250+ Ranking) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) GDR Special Event 660 Grade 5 No Penalty 425 (250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 425 (250+ Ranking) Maiden 425 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Final 515 Restricted Win Final 450 (3 - 6 Wins)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 390 (250+ Ranking) Maiden 390 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking) Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Heat 425 Restricted Win 311 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 311 (250+ Ranking) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) GDR Restricted Win 596 (0 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win 400 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Western Districts Derby - Group Listed 450 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Aug 2016) Lil Dickie Oaks - S/E Final 450 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Aug 2016)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(Final 27/2) Rookie Rebel - S/E Group 1 600 (By Invitation Only) Zoom Top - S/E Group 1 725 (By Invitation Only) Australian Cup Preliminaries - Special Event 525 (Visit themeadows.org.au for further details) Temlee - S/E Group 1 525 (By Invitation Only) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 300 (Vic Bred Only) Super Sprint Series - Grade 5 Final 350 (VICGREYS) Restricted Win Heat 595 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 Heat 515 (250+ Ranking) El Grand Senor Classic - S/E Heat 440 (Whelped on/after 1 Jan 2017)(Launching Pad Entry to highest placed eligible in final)
Grade 5 Final 440 (VICGREYS) Maiden 660 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Special Event 410 Grade 5 No Penalty 410 (250+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Heat 410 Mixed 6/7 Final 460 (VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 400 GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 525 (Vic Bred Only) Mixed 6/7 Heat 525 Grade 5 No Penalty 525 (250+ Ranking) Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking) Grade 5 Heat 390 Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Cranbourne To Sandown - S/E Heat 520 (No City Wins) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Restricted Win 425 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 425 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win Final 595 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 Final 515 (250+ Ranking) GDR Restricted Win 650 (0 - 4 Wins) Grade 5 390 (Bitches Only) Maiden Heat 450 S/E Veteran 350 Mixed 6/7 Final 425 (VICGREYS) Restricted Win Heat 425 (3 - 6 Wins) Grade 5 No Penalty 500 (250+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only) Restricted Win 400 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)(3 Races)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Maiden 440 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)
DISTANCE
WINNER
410 485 410 460 460 525 525
5000 1405 1405 7500 1405 1650 1325
660 545 450 390 699 520 311 520
950 825 825 825 1525 1405 1325 1325
660 425 425 425 515 450 390 390
3300 1405 1405 1325 6540 1650 1405 1325
425 311 311 520 311 596 400 450 450 450 600 725 525 525 300 350 595 515 440 440 660 390 545 450
1405 1405 1405 1325 1325 3020 1405 20000 15000 1405 75000 75000 6260 100000 825 3000 1620 1405 1650 1650 950 825 825 825
410 410 410 460 400 525 525 525
1650 1405 1405 1650 1405 5000 1405 1405
390 545 390 450 520 311 520
1405 1325 1325 1325 1650 1325 1325
425 425 595 515 650 390 450 350 425 425 500 460 400 440 440 440
1405 1405 7480 6540 3020 1405 1325 825 1650 1405 1405 1405 1405 1405 1405 1325
TIME SLOT
TRACK
Twilight
WBL
Night
MEA
Sat, 23 Feb
Sun, 24 Feb
Mon, 25 Feb
Day
HVL SAP
Twilight
SLE
Day
HVL
Twilight
BAL
Night
SHP GEL
Tue, 26 Feb
Twilight
HOR
Night
CRN
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
TITLE OF EVENT
Restricted Win 390 (1 - 3 Wins)(2 Races)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 390 (2 Races)(250+ Ranking) Restricted Win 390 (3+ Starts)(2 Races)(250+ Ranking) Fanta Bale Super Stayers Cup - S/E Heat 725 Australian Cup - S/E Heat 525 (Visit themeadows.org.au for further details) Maiden Heat 300 GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 300 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GDR Grade 5 715 (No City Wins) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 515 (Vic Bred Only) El Grand Senor Classic - S/E Final 440 (Whelped on/after 1 Jan 2017)(Launching Pad Entry to highest placed eligible in final)(VICGREYS)
Grade 5 440 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) Maiden 450 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (300+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (275+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (275+ Ranking)(Six Dog Maiden Program) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) Mixed 6/7 Final 410 (VICGREYS) Restricted Win 485 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 410 (Vic Bred Only) Maiden 699 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Restricted Win Heat 311 (1 - 4 Wins) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Novice Grade 7 600 Restricted Win Heat 600 (1 - 4 Wins) Grade 5 525 (Bitches Only) Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 450 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(Final 27/2)(VICGREYS)
Wed, 27 Feb
BAL Night CRN
Thu, 28 Feb
Day
SLE
Twilight
SHP SAN
Night Day
HVL
Twilight
HOR GEL
Fri, 1 Mar Night
Sat, 2 Mar
WBL
SLE
Twilight
BEN
Night
MEA
GDR Special Event 660 Grade 5 Final 390 (VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 450 Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) GDR Restricted Win 699 (0 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 520 (Vic Bred Only) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Provincial Half Stakes Shepparton Classic - S/E Heat 450 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Nov 2016) Shepparton Matchmakers - S/E Heat 450 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Nov 2016) S/E Veteran 450 (VICGREYS)(250+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 515 (Vic Bred Only) Cranbourne To Sandown - S/E Final 515 (No City Wins) GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 650 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only) Maiden Final 450 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 390 (250+ Ranking) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Horsham Cup - S/E Heat 485 (Maidens Ineligible) Grade 5 410 (Bitches Only)(VICGREYS)(2 Races) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Mixed 6/7 Heat 400 Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 520 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Maiden 440 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking) Restricted Win Final 425 (3 - 6 Wins)(VICGREYS) Mixed 6/7 Final 525 Grade 5 Heat 525 (VICGREYS) Australian Cup - S/E Group 1 525 (Visit themeadows.org.au for further details) GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Group 3 525 (Vic Bred Only) Australian Cup Consolation - Special Event 525 (Greyhounds must be renominated)(Greyhounds ordered based on Cup heat placing and time)
Sun, 3 Mar
Day Twilight
Mon, 4 Mar
Day Night Twilight
Tue, 5 Mar Night
HVL SAP SLE BAL HVL SHP GEL HOR CRN
Cup Night Middle Distance - Special Event 600 Fanta Bale Super Stayers Cup - S/E Group 1 725 Maiden Final 300 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 350 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 Heat 515 (250+ Ranking) Maiden Heat 515 GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 440 (Vic Bred Only) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Full Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 410 (Vic Bred Only) Restricted Win 485 (1 - 3 Wins)(2 Races)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 No Penalty 410 (250+ Ranking)(2 Races) GDR Restricted Win 699 (0 - 4 Wins) Restricted Win Final 311 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 520 (Vic Bred Only)
DISTANCE
WINNER
390 390 390 725 525 300 300 715 515 440 440
1405 1405 1405 7480 10000 825 3050 3020 1405 7000 1405
450 390 545 450 390
825 825 825 825 825
410 485 410 699 311 311 520 600 600 525
1650 1405 1325 1525 1405 1325 1325 1620 1620 1405
450 660 390 450 450 390 699 520 311 520
4000 3300 1650 1405 1325 1325 3020 1405 1325 1325
450 450 450 515 515 650 450 390
1650 1650 1405 9060 6540 1620 1405 1405
485 410 460 400 440 520 440 440 425 525 525 525 525 525 600 725 300 350 515 515 440
5000 1405 3050 1405 1405 1405 1405 1325 1650 6540 5280 250000 25000 20000 15000 100000 825 825 1405 1325 1405
410 485 410 699 311 520
1405 1405 1405 3020 1650 1405
FEBRUARY
DATE
RACING CALENDAR
RACING CALENDAR
CLUBS
570+ DISTANCE
GRV VICBRED SERIES
RANK LIMIT MEETING
VETERAN RACE
FEMALE RACE
on/after 1 January 2015: any
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RACING CALENDAR
FEBRUARY - MARCH
RACING CALENDAR DATE
TIME SLOT
TRACK
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN BAL
Wed, 6 Mar Night
CRN Day
WGL
Twilight
GEL SAN
Thu, 7 Mar Night
Fri, 8 Mar
Day
HVL BEN
Twilight
MEA WGL SHP
Night
HOR
BAL Day Twilight Mon, 11 Mar
Tue, 12 Mar
HVL SLE
Day
SAP
Twilight Night
CRN SHP GEL
Twilight
HOR
Night
WGL
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN BAL
Wed, 13 Mar Night
CRN Day
WGL
Twilight
SHP
Thu, 14 Mar SAN Night
WBL
Day
HVL
Twilight
BEN GEL
Fri, 15 Mar Night
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Grade 5 No Penalty 450 (250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Mixed 6/7 Heat 390 Maiden 450 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Country City Staying Series - S/E Heat 660 (No City Wins 601m+)(Final MEA 16/3)
The Springboard - Restricted Win Heat 500 (1 - 3 Wins)(1 - 25 Starts)(VICGREYS)(Launching Pad Ticket to the Winner of Final)
Restricted Win Final 600 (1 - 4 Wins) Grade 5 Final 525 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 400 (Bitches Only)(VICGREYS)(2 Races) Grade 5 Heat 390 Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Shepparton Classic - S/E Final 450 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Nov 2016)(VICGREYS) Shepparton Matchmakers - S/E Final 450 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Nov 2016)(VICGREYS)
Sat, 9 Mar
Sun, 10 Mar
Grade 5 Heat 600 Restricted Win Heat 525 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Restricted Win 390 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 520 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Maiden 699 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Mixed 6/7 Final 400 (VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 460 Grade 5 Final 515 (250+ Ranking) Maiden Final 515
GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 650 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)
WBL
Twilight Night
TITLE OF EVENT
SLE
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 410 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Horsham Cup - Special Event 485 (Maidens Ineligible) Sylvia Penny Memorial - Special Event 410 (Vic Bred Only) Jan Wilson Memorial - Special Event 485 Horsham Cup - S/E Group 2 485 (Maidens Ineligible) Grade 5 485 (Bitches Only) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Super Sprint Series - S/E Heat 300 S/E Veteran 300 (250+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Heat 350 GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 440 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 440 (Vic Bred Only) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 515 (Vic Bred Only)(Final SAP 17/3)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Restricted Win 410 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Grade 5 No Penalty 485 (250+ Ranking)(2 Races) S/E Veteran 410 Restricted Win Heat 410 (3 - 6 Wins) Maiden 485 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Mixed 6/7 Heat 400 GDR Restricted Win 725 (0 - 4 Wins) Restricted Win 525 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins) Maiden Heat 525 Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) Mixed 6/7 Heat 450 Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 520 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 311 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win Heat 311 (3 - 6 Wins) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) Grade 5 Final 390 (VICGREYS) Maiden 650 (Six Dog Maiden Program) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 450 (Vic Bred Only) S/E Veteran 390 (250+ Ranking) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Special Event 715 Grade 5 515 (Bitches Only) Mixed 6/7 Final 390 (VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 390 (250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Restricted Win 450 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Maiden 390 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) The Springboard - Restricted Win Final 500 (1 - 3 Wins)(1 - 25 Starts)(VICGREYS)(Launching Pad Ticket to the Winner of Final)
Maiden Heat 425 GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 460 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only) Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking) Super VICGREYS Series - Restricted Win Heat 440 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Maiden 440 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)
DISTANCE
WINNER
600 525
1620 1405
390 450 390 545 520 699 311 520
1405 1325 1325 1325 4000 1525 1325 1325
400 460 515 515 650 450 390 450
1650 1405 6540 5280 5000 1405 1405 1325
660 500 600 525 400 390 390 450 450 450 410 485 410 485 485 485
3300 1405 7480 12000 1405 1405 1325 1325 10000 10000 7500 7000 7000 5000 47000 1405
300 300 350 440 440 515 515
825 825 825 3050 1325 1405 1405
410 485 410 410 485 400 725 525 525
1405 1405 1405 1405 1325 1405 3020 1405 1325
450 390 450 545 520 311 311 520 311
1405 1325 1325 1325 3050 1405 1405 1325 1325
390 650 450 390 390 450 715 515 390 390 450 390
1650 1525 1405 1405 1325 1325 7480 5280 1650 1405 1405 1325
500 425 460 440 440 440
3000 1325 1405 1405 1405 1325
Sat, 16 Mar
TIME SLOT
TRACK
Twilight
WGL
Night
MEA HVL
Sun, 17 Mar
Day
Twilight Mon, 18 Mar
Day Night Twilight
Tue, 19 Mar
SAP SLE BAL HVL SHP GEL HOR
Night
WGL
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Wed, 20 Mar
BAL Night CRN Day
WGL
Twilight
SHP
Thu, 21 Mar
SAN Night
Day Twilight Fri, 22 Mar
Sat, 23 Mar
Sun, 24 Mar
Mon, 25 Mar
Tue, 26 Mar
WBL HVL BEN GEL
Night Twilight Night Day
SLE WGL MEA HVL SAP
Twilight
SLE
Day Twilight Night
BAL CRN SHP GEL
Twilight
HOR
Night
WGL
Day
MEP
Twilight
BEN
Wed, 27 Mar
BAL Night CRN
TITLE OF EVENT
Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Grade 5 Final 600 Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Country City Staying Series - S/E Final 725 (No City Wins 601m+)(Final MEA 16/3) Mixed 6/7 Final 350 (VICGREYS) Super Sprint Series - S/E Final 300 (VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)(Final SAP 17/3)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 595 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win Heat 515 (1 - 4 Wins)(1 - 28 Starts)(Launching Pad Entry To The Winner) GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Heat 650 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 440 (Vic Bred Only) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Restricted Win Final 410 (3 - 6 Wins)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win 485 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 410 (Vic Bred Only) Maiden 410 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Mixed 6/7 Final 400 (VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only) Maiden Heat 400 Novice Grade 7 600 Grade 5 Heat 525 (250+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Heat 525 Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Mixed 6/7 Final 450 (VICGREYS) Maiden 660 (Six Dog Maiden Program) S/E Veteran 390 Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Restricted Win Final 311 (3 - 6 Wins)(VICGREYS) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GDR Restricted Win 650 (0 - 4 Wins) Mixed 6/7 Heat 390 Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Restricted Win Final 515 (1 - 4 Wins)(1 - 28 Starts)(Launching Pad Entry To The Winner) GOTBA Cup - Grade 5 Heat 515 (No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 390 (Bitches Only) Restricted Win 390 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Grade 5 No Penalty 450 (250+ Ranking)( 2 Races) Maiden 450 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Maiden Final 425 (VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 460 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GDR Special Event 596 GDR Restricted Win 650 (0 - 4 Wins) Super VICGREYS Series - Restricted Win Final 440 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only) Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) Maiden Final 525 GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 350 (Vic Bred Only) S/E Veteran 350 (250+ Ranking) Restricted Win Heat 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 Heat 515 (No City Wins) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 440 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Final 650 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Restricted Win 440 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) (Bottom-Up APM Meeting) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 410 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) Grade 5 No Penalty 485 (250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Restricted Win 410 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Maiden Heat 410 GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) S/E Veteran 460 (250+ Ranking) Maiden Final 400 (VICGREYS) Restricted Win Heat 600 (1 - 4 Wins) Mixed 6/7 Heat 525 (250+ Ranking) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Restricted Win Heat 450 (3 - 6 Wins) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 545 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 699 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Grade 5 311 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) Maiden 520 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Maiden 311 (Six Dog Maiden Program)
DISTANCE
WINNER
600 525 725 350 300 515 595 515 650 440
7480 6540 10000 825 3000 9060 1620 1405 1900 1405
410 485 410 410 400 460 400 600 525 525
1650 1405 1405 1325 1650 1405 1325 1620 1405 1405
450 660 390 390 450 311 311 520
1650 1525 1405 1325 1325 1650 1325 1325
450 650 390 390 450 515 515 390 390 450 450
3050 3020 1405 1325 1325 6540 5280 1405 1405 1405 1325
425 460 596 650 440 440
1405 4000 3300 3020 1650 1405
525 350 350 515 515 440 650 440
5280 825 825 1405 1405 7500 5000 1405
410 485 410 410 460 460 400 600 525
3050 1405 1405 1325 3050 1405 1405 1620 1405
450 390 450 545 699 311 520 311
1405 1325 1325 1325 1525 1405 1325 1325
MARCH
DATE
RACING CALENDAR
RACING CALENDAR
CLUBS
570+ DISTANCE
GRV VICBRED SERIES
RANK LIMIT MEETING
VETERAN RACE
FEMALE RACE
on/after 1 January 2015: any
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RACING CALENDAR
RACING CALENDAR DATE
TIME SLOT
Day Twilight
TRACK
WGL HOR SAN
Thu, 28 Mar
Night WBL Day
HVL
Twilight
BEN
Fri, 29 Mar Night
Twilight
GEL SLE
SHP
Sat, 30 Mar Night
Day
Sun, 31 Mar
MEA HVL SAP
Twilight
SLE
TITLE OF EVENT
DISTANCE
Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Provincial Full Stakes Grade 5 Final 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking) Grade 5 Final 515 (No City Wins) GOTBA Cup - Grade 5 Final 515 (No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GDR Special Event 650 (VICGREYS) Restricted Win 450 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Grade 5 No Penalty 390 (250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Maiden 390 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking)(2 Races) Aged Prize Money ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 425 (Vic Bred Only) Mixed 6/7 Heat 500 Grade 5 400 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS) Maiden Heat 460 Grade 5 No Penalty 440 (250+ Ranking) Maiden 440 (3+ Starts)(250+ Ranking) Mixed 6/7 Final 390 (VICGREYS) Maiden 650 (Six Dog Maiden Program) Shepparton To The Meadows - Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)(No City Wins) Maiden 390 (Six Dog Maiden Program)
WINNER
515 515 515 650 450 390 390
6540 6540 12000 3300 1405 1405 1325
425 500 400 460 440 440 390 650 450 390
1405 1405 1405 1325 1405 1325 1650 1525 1405 1325
Maiden 450 (Six Dog Maiden Program)
450
1325
Grade 5 Final 525 (250+ Ranking)
525
6540
Mixed 6/7 Final 525
525
6540
GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 350 (Vic Bred Only)
350
825
Brian Davis Memorial - Restricted Win Heat 300 (1 - 4 Wins)(Final over 350m)
300
825
GDR Grade 5 715 (No City Wins)
715
3020
Grade 5 Heat 515 (250+ Ranking)
515
1405
Mixed 6/7 Heat 440
440
1405
Calcutta
REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULE TIMESLOT CLUB STAKES SKY CLUB STAKES SKY TIMESLOT CLUB STAKES SKY CLUB STAKES SKY TIMESLOT CLUB STAKES SKY CLUB SAT. JANUARY 12 2019 STAKES SKY DAILY LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
CUP
TOTAL SAT. JANUARY 26 2019
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Ballarat Level 3 SKY 1
Traralgon Level 3 SKY 1
Shepparton Level 3 SKY 1
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY DAY Warragul Level 3 SKY 1
Meadows (MEP) Level 2 SKY 1
Horsham
Bendigo
Warragul Level 2 SKY 1
Ballarat Level 2 SKY 1 Cranbourne Level 2 SKY 1 4 2 13 8
SALE CUP Level 2 Level 3 Wednesday 26 December 2018 - Boxing day SKY 1 & 2 WARRAGULSKY CUP 1 Saturday 12 January 2019 Geelong TRARALGON CUP 3 2019 – Australia Day SaturdayLevel 26 January CRANBOURNE SKY CUP 1&2 Saturday 9 February 2019
3
3 Metro Provincial Tier 3, Ranking Meetings, Maidens Pref & HVL Half Stakes
CUP
TWILIGHT Shepparton Level 2 SKY 1
NIGHT Sandown Level 1 SKY 1 Warrnambool Level 2 SKY 1 & 2 4
CUP 23
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Healesville Level 3 SKY 1
Healesville Level 3 SKY 1 & 2 Sandown (SAP) Level 2 SKY 2
Bendigo Level 2 SKY 1
Rotate Level 2 SKY 2
Geelong Level 2 SKY 1 Traralgon Level 2 SKY 2 4 SKY 1 SKY 2 SKY 1 & 2
The Meadows Level 1 SKY 1
TOTAL
23
2 16 3 4
2019 Spolly’s Syndications Cranbourne Cup (520m) HEATS (Twilight) Saturday 2 February 2019 First prizes: $5,000 FINAL (Night) Saturday 9 February 2019 First prize: $47,000 Features on Cranbourne Cup night: Victoria Cup (699m) VICGREYS, The 32Van Echteld (311m) VICGREYS, Special Event (520m) Bitches Only VICGREYS For full conditions and prize money go to fasttrack.grv.org.au
SUNDAY
Sale Level 2 SKY 1
3
Professional Standards & Integrity report
RACING STATISTICS - DECEMBER 2018 Marring
10
Fail to Chase Satisfactory Trials Cleared
38 22 8 888 4 1 3 1
Satisfactory Trials Not Cleared
Samples Taken Positive swabs from RASL Positive swab cases heard Animal welfare cases heard Misconduct cases heard
charged with 54 offences under GAR 106 (1)(d), GAR 106 (2), LRR 42.1 and GAR 86 (h) in relation to various animal welfare matters including causing unnecessary pain and suffering to a greyhound and failure to seek veterinary attention when necessary. RADB imposed a five-and-ahalf-year disqualification and $29,000 fine.
SWABS TAKEN 1400 1200 1000 800 600
2017
2018
PROSECUTIONS OVERVIEW Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board (RADB) Robert Whitford - RADB Hearing 12 December 2018 – LRR 42.6 Mr Whitford on 9 August 2018 Mr. Robert Whitford euthanised greyhound ‘So Easy’ due to the dog being determined by a registered veterinarian to be ‘aggressive to other animals’. Prior to euthanasia Mr. Whitford failed to: (i) provide a wind down period comprising at least 28 days; (ii) provide the Board with at least 14 days prior written notice, in the approved form, of an intention to euthanise a fit and healthy greyhound; RADB imposed a two year suspension with 18 months of that period suspended pending no further breach of LRR 42.6. Robert Neocleous - RADB Hearing 14 November 2018 – GAR 83 (2) failed to present the greyhound ‘Neo Cleo’ free of any prohibited substance (benzoylecgonine) for an event at the Sandown meeting held on 5 July 2018. RADB imposed a 12 months suspension but suspended six months. In addition, ‘Neo Cleo’ was disqualified from the event. Vanessa Watson – RADB Hearing 18 December 2018 – GAR 106 (1) (d), GAR 106 (2), LRR 42.1 and GAR 86 (h), Ms. Vanessa Watson was
Dwayne Watson – RADB Hearing 18 December 2018 – GAR 106 (1) (d), GAR 106 (2), LRR 42.1 and GAR 86 (h), Mr. Dwayne Watson was charged with 54 offences under GAR 106 (1)(d), GAR 106 (2), LRR 42.1 and GAR 86 (h) in relation to various animal welfare matters including causing unnecessary pain and suffering to a greyhound and failure to seek veterinary attention when necessary. RADB imposed a five year disqualification and $27,000 fine. Peter Richey - RADB Hearing 21 December 2018 – GAR 106 (1)(d), GAR 106 (2) and GAR 86 (p), On 31 August 2017, after the Greyhound ‘Linco Bale’ competed in race 8 at the Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club, on track veterinarian Dr. Zoe Manning diagnosed the greyhound with a fracture of the left hock and instructed Mr. Richey to present the greyhound to a veterinarian on 1 September 2017. Charge 1 - Mr. Richey failed to obtain or provide veterinary attention to the greyhound on 1 September 2017. Charge 2 - As a result of Mr. Richey’s failure to obtain or provide veterinary attention to the greyhound on 1 September 2017, the greyhound was subjected to unnecessary pain or suffering between 1 September 2017 and 13 September 2017. Charge 3 - Mr. Richey disobeyed or failed to comply with the lawful order. RADB imposed a six months disqualification and a $1000 fine. David Dawson – Penalty hearing on 14 December 2018; Penalty handed down on 21 December 2018. Penalty hearing on breach of GAR 86(e), for failing to attend at an inquiry when directed to do so by Stewards. VCAT affirmed the RADB decision and Mr Dawson was disqualified for a period of two years. VCAT deemed that the penalty was to commence on 18 October 2017. (NOTE: VCAT had previously found Mr Dawson guilty of breaching GAR 86(e) on 16 October 2018).
What kind of suggestions can I make? GRV encourages participants to share fresh ideas about how we can do things differently to keep improving greyhound racing in Victoria. Participants have a wealth of knowledge and experience that GRV is keen to use to help build a strong and sustainable future for the sport.
FEBRUARY 2019
GRV Feedback Office How do I make a formal complaint or provide a suggestion or compliment? You can do so either by letter, email, phone, fax or by using our online form at grv.org.au/feedback Phone (03) 8329 1100 Fax Do you have any feedback for GRV? A complaint, a compliment or suggestion about how we could do things differently? Whether you’re a participant, stakeholder or member of the community, we’d like to hear from you. GRV values all feedback as it helps us to do our job better and improves the overall conduct of the sport in Victoria. Our Feedback Office handles all complaints, suggestions and compliments about the regulation and management of greyhound racing and welfare in Victoria. The Office carries out transparent and accountable investigation of all complaints and passes on suggestions and compliments to the relevant areas within GRV.
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BALLARAT Ballarat Greyhound Racing Club President: Sheldon Hamilton Interim Manager: Brett Jones 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
HORSHAM Horsham Greyhound Racing Club 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
TRARALGON Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club 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
BENDIGO Bendigo Greyhound Racing Association 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
THE MEADOWS Melbourne Greyhound Racing Association 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 Boulevard Broadmeadows VIC, 3047 Postal: PO Box 103, Campbellfield, 3061 SALE Sale Greyhound Racing Club President: John Waugh Manager: Peter Johnston 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
WARRAGUL Warragul Greyhound Racing Club President: Bob Iredale 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
CRANBOURNE Cranbourne Greyhound Racing Club President: Greg Carter Manager: Amanda Frey 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 Road, Corio, 3214 Postal: PO Box 125, Corio, 3214 HEALESVILLE Healesville Greyhound Association Inc. Administrator: Greg Miller 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 Roads, Healesville, 3777 Postal: PO Box 1170, Healesville, 3777
SANDOWN Sandown Greyhound Racing Club Chairman: Neil Brown Manager: Greg Miller Tel: (03) 9546 9511 Fax: (03) 9558 4453 Email: sandown@grv.org.au Website: sandowngreyhounds.com.au Address: View Road, Springvale, VIC 3171 Postal: PO Box 13, Springvale 3171 SHEPPARTON Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club 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
WARRNAMBOOL Warrnambool Greyhound Racing Club President: Mick White 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 Street, Warrnambool Postal: PO Box 115, Warrnambool 3280
COURSING CLUB DIRECTORY BENALLA Benalla Plumpton Coursing Club President: Andrew Scott Mobile: 0400 077 617 Address: Benalla Racecourse, Midland Highway, Benalla, VIC 3672 LANG LANG Lang Lang Coursing Club President: John Clay Mobile: 0419 559 738 Address: McDonalds Track, Lang Lang, VIC 3984 LONGWOOD Longwood Coursing Club President: Gary Robinson Tel: (03) 5798 1407 Mobile: 0439 981 270 Address: Longwood Sports Complex, Down Street, Longwood, VIC 3665
TRIAL INFORMATION
Wednesday Night - (Pen): Following the race meeting Thursday - (Arm): 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Bookings open Monday at 9:00am Saturday – (Pen): 8:00am to 8:45am. (Arm): 8:45am to 12:30pm 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
Hoop trials are run on Tuesday after the races Hoop trials CANNOT be booked online. They must be booked by Phone or office. Booking opening times for Tuesday are from 12.00 pm on the same day as trial session. Any queries can be made by contacting the office or via email.
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.
WARRNAMBOOL Tuesday – (Arm) From 8:00am Tuesday – (Pen) From 9:00am Thursday – (Pen) After the last race Saturday – (Arm) From 8:00am COURSING TRIAL INFO BENALLA 340m approx. Grass surface (Drag) Bookings by appointment LANG LANG Sunday Trials will re-commence from the first Sunday in March at 9.30am until completion, weather permitting. Bookings via phone 0468 587 533 on Thursdays 10am-4pm LONGWOOD 350m approx. Grass surface (Trolley) Sunday - 8.30am – 10am (by order of arrival) Tuesday - Booked Trials only
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GEELONG Wednesday & Saturday (Hoop) 8:30am – 3:00pm Inside track (520m BTB, 596m) 8:30 am – 10:00 am Outside track (400m, 460m, 680m) 10:15am – 3:00pm Bookings for Wednesday and Saturday Trials sessions will now be open online or via office, one week prior to a trial session. Tuesday (Hoop)
THE MEADOWS Monday - (Arm/Pen): Trials start at 1pm. Bookings from 1pm on Saturday & close at 11am sharp on Monday. Wednesday - (Pen) Trials start after the last race. Bookings from 8:30am Wednesday. Friday - (Arm) Summer Time Trials start at 8:00am Bookings close at 4:00pm sharp on Thursday. No trials public holidays
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
FEBRUARY 2019
CRANBOURNE Monday - (Arm): 2:00pm to 5:00pm, and must be booked by phone before 2:00pm Monday - (Pen): 6pm until completion, and must be booked by phone before 6pm Wednesday - (Pen): After the race meeting Thursday - (Arm): 8:00am to 1:00pm, and must be booked by COB Wednesday.
HORSHAM Tuesday - (Pen) Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm Only) 8:00am - Until completion Bookings essential by phoning the club.
TRARALGON No trials due to track closure.
Bookings are essential for all trial sessions conducted at greyhound tracks in Victoria, except Longwood. Bookings can be made in person, by phone or via FastTrack (except Benalla, Cranbourne, Horsham, Lang Lang, Longwood and Warrnambool).
Bookings open Friday at 9.00am
SANDOWN Wednesday - (Arm): 11:00am – Until Completion Bookings open Tuesday 9am. Saturday - (Pen): 7:00am – 8.20am (booked backwards) Saturday - (Arm): 8:30am – 1.00pm Bookings open Thursday 9am. Sunday - (Satisfactory and Field): Following the race meeting _________________________ SHEPPARTON Monday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Wednesday - (Arm): 8:00am – 2:00pm Thursday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm): 8:00am – 2:00pm Please note: Following night race meetings the Shepparton GRC will conduct satisfactory and field trials only.
Pen trials conducted after race meetings are required to be booked on the day by no later than race 8 via phone.
Tuesday - (Arm): 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.
HEALESVILLE No trials conducted after race meetings until further notice. Satisfactory Trials by arrangement. Booking for Satisfactory Trials must be made via the office on 5962 2420. Trainer is responsible for arranging the field where required. Trials: Monday (alternate weeks due to racing commitments) - Please check club website for dates. 350m – 8:30am 300m – 10:45am Bookings for Mondays open on FastTrack at 10.00am on Friday and closed at 4.00pm on Sunday Wednesday 350m – 8:30am 300m – 10:45am Bookings for Wednesdays open on FastTrack at 10.00am Monday and closed at 4.00pm on Tuesday. Cancellations should be made by calling the club and leaving a message on answering service. Please Note: NO TRIALS Wednesday 6th Feb or Monday 25th Feb due to race meeting. Please Note: Greyhound welfare is the full responsibility of the owner/trainer/attendant at all times on the grounds of the Healesville Greyhound Association.
Satisfactory Trials are conducted following TAB race meetings. Trial sessions are subject to late change and weather conditions.
BALLARAT Monday Afternoon - (Pen): Following the race meeting
For more information please contact the relevant race club directly
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