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CONTENTS Letter from the editor ........................................................................................................2 Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions – A World Class Carnival ...............................3 Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions – Official Event Schedule ...............................8 Women in Racing Inc Twilight Christmas Cocktail Party .......................................................................10 Prime Minister’s Cup Luncheon ..........................................................................10 Victoria Racing Club Official Luncheon, Tattersall’s Club ........................14 Cairns Racing – The Sunline Club ............................................................................18 New Zealand Bloodstock Sales – Sales Fit for a Lady ....................................20 Weetwood Carnival, Toowoomba ............................................................................22 Barcoo Amateur Race Day ...........................................................................................23 Leonie Leathers, Horse Facility Architect ..............................................................24 Fashion Feature ...................................................................................................................26 Millinery Feature.................................................................................................................32 Owning a Racehorse .......................................................................................................36 Horse Talk .............................................................................................................................38 Heavenly Elysian Fields ....................................................................................................40 Riding for the Disabled ...................................................................................................41 Lyn Beaumont – Equine Artist ....................................................................................42 Joanne Sullivan-Gessler – Sculptor............................................................................43 Subscribe to Women in Racing ..................................................................................44 Carlton Draught, Horse of the Year .........................................................................45 Thoroughbred Tax Consultants ..................................................................................46 Ladies Oaks Day – Fashions on the Field..............................................................48 Winter Racing Calendar ...............................................................................................50 Beauty Features ..................................................................................................................52 Directory of Advertisers ................................................................................................56 Publishers Reflections Media Pty Ltd PO Box 221 Ashmore City Qld 4214 Suite 1/24 Expo Court Southport Qld 4215

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Front cover image: The Face of Magic Millions 2008 Carnival, Miss Universe Australia, Kimberley Busteed (supplied by Magic Millions Sales Pty Ltd)

Cathryn Meredith Phillip S Meredith Susie Marcroft Tricia Lenfield

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LETTER FROM THE Supported

the

leading

Australasian

thoroughbred studs, this sale represents the “cream of the crop” of Australasian breeding, coming together on one stage. The Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions in 2008 will offer the best quality catalogue ever produced by this company, with eight sessions of yearling sales - from Easter Monday, 24 March to 2 April. The face of Magic Millions is the lovely Miss Universe Australia, Kimberley Busteed. We have compiled a run down on all the major race dates across Queensland, New South WELCOME

our third issue of Women in Racing Magazine. As well as seeking to inform women of the attractions and machinations of a fascinating industry, we will try to capture the characters and spirit of the people who make the horse racing world a colourful, dynamic landscape.

The social

Wales and Victoria, for the next three months. Toowomba Turf Club have some fantastic events happening so get a group together and visit the city that is well known for its exciting history, its parks and gardens, scenic views and of course, its racing. Visit the exciting fashion stores we have profiled in our fabulous fashion feature: Bliss by Sonia Otto, Covers, Dale Olsen’s The Hat Box, Hats by Tracy Mac, Kennedy & Forbes, Lin Teo Designs, Liz Clift Boutique, Madaboochoo,

realm is equally important. We will present the

Shoes on Chevron and Pia Du Pradal.

pick of the parties, carnivals and fashion on

We hope you enjoy the new format and size of

the field. We will bring you the latest fashion

the publication. Due to the Equine Influenza

collections and milliners’ designs, which this

situation we could not bring you the summer

season is simply amazing.

issue last year, however all subscriptions from

Renowned as the largest Yearling Sales in

2007 will start from this issue so you will all

the Southern Hemisphere, in 2008 1,811

receive another four issues.

yearlings have been catalogued to be offered

So enjoy the next few months of fabulous

over eight days at Easter.

racing and happy punting,

One of the world’s greatest international

Cathryn Meredith

yearling sales, renowned for quality, value and the outstanding success of sale graduates on the racetrack, the Magic Millions has come of age. 2

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Editor

World Class Carnival OFFERS HIGH FASHION STAKES

AS Australia’s greatest Easter carnival gets

The Magic Millions 2008 offers a superb

Over the years the carnival has become as

underway, the thrill and excitement of the

catalogue, featuring nine sessions of yearling

much about fashion and socialising as the

famed Magic Millions takes hold of both the

sales and the race series has been boosted to

sales and races themselves.

racing fraternity and social goers alike.

over $5.8 million in prize money to graduates

Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions has become

of the yearling sales.

One of the highlights of the Magic Millions calendar is the prestigious Carnival Fashion

the world’s greatest international yearling

The world famous Magic Millions race day will

Awards. Judged across a diverse range

sales event with thousands making their way

be conducted entirely for graduates with $4.1

of day and evening events, this year the

to the region between 17 March and 3 April to

million up for grabs at this prestigious event,

sensational array of prizes is valued at over

take part in the event.

with crowds of around 20,000 expected.

$60,000.

And let’s face it, there’s no better backdrop

Established in 1987, the Magic Millions

These annual awards have become one of

than the glamorous Gold Coast with all its

million dollar race has become a benchmark

the premier annual fashion awards in the

colour and vibrancy to play host to the social

of excellence, with its winners over the

Australian racing industry and with stakes

component of the sales program with a bevy

years becoming the champions of Australian

this high it’s no wonder they create such

of events throughout the carnival.

racing.

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For ladies the Paspaley Best Dressed of the

need to be present at one of the four listed

Carnival offers six exclusive events to be

formal occasions to be eligible for selection

selected from for the final on race day.

in the final.

From

Choices

the

Magic

Monday

Champagne

the

Magic

Monday

Champagne Luncheon at Palazzo Versace,

and Magic Fashion at Marina Mirage the

The Millinery Collection luncheon at Sheraton

following day, to the Magic Millions Millinery

Mirage, the opening cocktail party at Conrad

Collection luncheon at Sheraton Mirage and

Jupiters and The Paspaley Magic Millions VIP

Marriott Hats and High Tea on 20 March as

Raceday Room and Conrad Jupiters Dome on

well as the Opening Night Cocktail Party at

the Easter Monday.

Conrad Jupiters on Easter Monday, the ladies

The winner’s prizes include a Bang & Olufsen

are spoilt for choice.

audio visual entertainment system valued at

They can also be chosen on the actual

$12,000. This sensational line up includes a

race day on Easter Monday from either the

BeoVision 8-32 television and video stand,

Paspaley Magic Millions VIP Raceday Room

Beo4 all-in-one remote control, DVD 2 (DVD,

or Conrad Jupiters Dome for the final fashion

CD and TV program recorder), Serene mobile

award judging, which takes place at 4.30pm.

phone and Bang & Olufsen keyring and mini remote control.

For the gentlemen, there are four select events where judges will be choosing finalists for the

The winner’s gifts also include a money can’t

Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of

buy Sunseeker motor yacht experience for six

the Carnival.

guests valued at $8,000, a Bruce Lynton BMW Escape package, a luxury weekend staying on

These two Carnival Fashion Awards offer a

the beachfront at Greenmount at the luxurious

host of magnificent prizes. All finalists are

Reflection Tower 2, Chivas Regal 12-year-old

invited to attend the Magic Millions Race

Grand Scotch Whisky and a $1,500 fashion

Day for the grand final – judged by a national

wardrobe from Marina Mirage.

judging panel.

All finalists receive a Chivas Regal 18-year-

The ladies prize feature is $16,000 of

old Gold Signature Scotch Whisky, a Bang &

Paspaley jewellery comprising pieces from the latest collection including a South Sea pearl, Paradis pendant with pavé set pink and white diamonds, and pink sapphires in platinum and a South Sea keshi pearl, Paradis ring with pavé set pink and white diamonds, and pink

Olufsen exclusive gift, two tickets to Magic package, a Bang & Olufsen BeoSound

Millions race day and entry to the Finalist’s

3 Portable Music System, Pol Roger gift

Area between 3-5pm.

and Marina Mirage fashion wardrobe from

The stakes are certainly high in the fashion

Australian designer John Cavill valued at

arena this year and with it being mid season,

sapphire in platinum.

$3,500.

The sensational prize bounty also includes

All finalists receive a magnum of Pol Roger,

from both ladies and gentlemen.

Marina Mirage prize pack, entry tickets to

With a prize pool this sensational, there is sure

return business class tickets for two people to Tokyo flying with Qantas Airlines – Magic

include

Luncheon at Palazzo Versace on 17 March

Magic Millions race day and entry to the

Millions official airline, a Bruce Lynton BMW

Finalist’s Area between 3-5pm.

escape package, a Conrad Jupiters weekend

For gentlemen wishing to be chosen, they

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judges are looking for stand out performances

to be much jockeying with fillies and colts of the two legged variety as they turn heads in an effort to impress for ‘Best Dressed’ glory.

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Katie Thynne, Phoebe Turkington, Jane Greenaway, Renee Kerr, Brooke Wilmont

Dr Craig Layt, Geoff Kerrison, Jason Simtone, Adrian Jenkins and Phil Meredith

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Bright Butterfly Class

Reflecting on the winning horse

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All smiles and beads

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Cherry nice!

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2008 Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Monday 17 March – Wednesday 2 April 2008 (*Provisional Programme – some events and dates may change) *Schedule as at 4th March 2008.

MONDAY 17 MARCH

leading racing and sports celebrities.

Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex For a Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Yearling Sale Catalogue Contact Magic Millions (07) 5504 1200 info@magicmillions. com.au

Bookings and Enquiries: (07) 5574 2311 info@goldcoastracing.com.au or online at www.goldcoastracing.com.au

12.00 noon – Magic Millions Champagne Luncheon (Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed, and Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of the Carnival) Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast Enquiries and Bookings: Women in Racing Inc.

Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex

Baslyn Beel 0411 698 484 or Jennie Campbell Bartels 0438 741 242 or on-line at www.goldcoastracing.com.au

TUESDAY 18 MARCH Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex 11.00 am – Magic @ Marina Mirage (Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed of the Carnival) Centre Stage – Marina Mirage Seaworld Drive, Main Beach, Dress to impress to be a part of the Magic Millions Carnival Fashion Awards for Ladies and Gentlemen. Free Event – Everyone Welcome Enquiries: (07) 5555 6400 mail@marinamiragegc.com.au 7.00 pm – Gold Coast Racing / Magic Millions – Racing & Sports Celebrity Dinner Titanium Bar 30-34 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise The evening will feature interviews with

WEDNESDAY 19 MARCH

THURSDAY 20 MARCH Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex 10.30am – Magic Millions Hats and High Tea (Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed of the Carnival) Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa, Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise Ever year, this socialite’s soiree attracts a mix of celebrities, VIP’s and partners of Australia’s high flying racing personalities.

11.00am – Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Barrier Draw All welcome Conrad Jupiters Hotel & Casino, Broadbeach Island, Broadbeach

Cost: $95 per person

(Featuring: 2YO Classic, 3YO Trophy, and BMW Cup)

Enquires and Bookings: Brooke Findlow (07) 5592 9800 brooke.findlow@marriotthotels.com

12 noon for 12.30pm – Magic Millions Millinery Collection 2008 (Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed, and Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of the Carnival) Sheraton Mirage Hotel and Resort Over 100 hats will be exhibited at a ‘must attend’ luncheon.

12.00 noon – Carbine Club Lunch – Invitation Only Conrad Jupiters Hotel & Casino, Broadbeach Island, Broadbeach

Be there to see the unveiling of the $1,000,000 hat, which is a collaborative effort between leading Australian milliner Tracy Mac and Amore Exquisite Jewellery Broadbeach. Cost: $150 per person Enquires and bookings – Summer Events Coordinator (07) 5591 0866 7.00pm – Gold Coast Turf Club Magic Millions Members Cocktail Party Gold Coast Turf Club. All Welcome. Contact GCTC Reception (07) 5538 1599 www.goldcoastturf.com.au

Enquiries: Peter Ladewig (07) 5538 1440 6.00pm – Horse Taxation Seminar Magic Millions Sales Complex Enquires Paul Carrazzo (03) 9329 7044 www.carrazzo.com.au

FRIDAY 21 MARCH

(GOOD FRIDAY)

Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex

SATURDAY 22 MARCH Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex 10.00am – Race Day, Gold Coast Turf Club Gold Coast Turf Club Hospitality Options – Contact GCTC (07) 5538 1599 www. goldcoastturf.com.au

Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Donated in red

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11.00am – 7.30pm – Magic Millions Family Day and ‘Beach Fireworks’ Cavill Mall and Surfers Paradise Beach Surfers Paradise will come alive with interactive family fun on Easter Saturday with a program of activities, culminating in the Magic Millions ‘Beach Fireworks’. Free Family Film: Happy Feet. Cost: Free Event – Everyone welcome Enquiries: Surfers Paradise Management (07) 5584 3700 www.surfersparadise.com 7.30pm – The Gold Coast Star Ball Sheraton Mirage Hotel and Resort The Star Ball will be an evening capturing the look and feel of a ‘Vegas Showroom’. Cost: Tickets available in three options: $10,000; $5000 and $3000. All proceeds to the Starlight Children’s Foundation Enquiries and Bookings: Elite Sports Properties Emily Wadham (03) 9421 3000 ewadham@elitesports.com.au

SUNDAY 23 MARCH

(EASTER SUNDAY)

THURSDAY 27 MARCH

11.00am PASPALEY MAGIC MILLIONS VIP RACEDAY ROOM (Invitation Only) (Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed, and Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of the Carnival)

10.00am – SESSION 4 – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex Ringside Dining (Invitation only)

CONRAD JUPITERS DOME (Invitation Only)

Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex

(Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed, and Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of the Carnival)

SATURDAY 29 MARCH

QUEENSLAND RACING MAGIC MILLIONS INTERNATIONAL PAVILLION (Invitation Only)

10.00am – Race Day, Gold Coast Turf Club Gold Coast Turf Club Hospitality Options – Contact GCTC (07) 5538 1599 www. goldcoastturf.com.au

4.30pm – MAGIC MILLIONS FASHION AWARD Finalist Presentation, Paspaley Magic Millions VIP Raceday Room

7.00pm – Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Opening Night Function (Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Paspaley Best Dressed, and Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of the Carnival) “The glamour event of the Carnival”

– Bang & Olufsen Best Dressed Gentleman of the Carnival Award

MONDAY 24 MARCH

(EASTER MONDAY)

9.00am – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS RACEDAY Exclusive $4.1million prize-purse – Magic Millions Graduate Race Day Gold Coast Turf Club Enquiries and Hospitality Options – Contact GCTC (07) 5538 1599 www.goldcoastturf.com.au

Enquiries: Katie Thompson 02 6547 0507 Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex

– Paspaley Best Dressed of the Carnival Award

Jupiters Hotel & Island, Broadbeach

11.30am – Magic Millions Widden Stud Golf Day Royal Pines Resort

QUEENSLAND RACING MAGIC MILLIONS EMPORIUM (Owners & Trainers)

Yearling Inspection Day, Magic Millions Sales Complex

Pool Side, Conrad Casino, Broadbeach (Invitation Only)

FRIDAY 28 MARCH

6.00pm – SESSION 1 – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex Ringside Dining (Invitation only)

TUESDAY 25 MARCH 10.00am – SESSION 2 – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex Ringside Dining (Invitation only)

SUNDAY 30 MARCH 10.00am – SESSION 5 – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex Ringside Dining Bookings for Sessions 5, 6, 7 & 8. Magic Millions (07) 5504 1200 info@magicmillions.com.au

MONDAY 31 MARCH 10.00am – SESSION 6 – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex

TUESDAY 1 APRIL 10.00am – SESSION 7– CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex

WEDNESDAY 26 MARCH

WEDNESDAY 2 APRIL

10.00am – SESSION 3 – CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex Ringside Dining (Invitation only)

10.00am – SESSION 8– CONRAD JUPITERS MAGIC MILLIONS YEARLING SALE Magic Millions Sales Complex

Magic Millions Fashion Awards – Selection Event – Donated in red

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Prime Minister’s

Women in Racing Inc News by Jennifer Campbell Bartels

CUP

Lady Sonia McMahon

Women in Racing Twilight Christmas Cocktail Party

Inaugural Prime Minister’s Cup Luncheon 4 May, 2007

– the one split to the thigh, worn to an official

The wind up to a successful year culminated

The Palazzo Versace’s Medusa Ballroom was

Guests at the luncheon expressed their desire

in an elegant soiree of members and guests

the setting the first Prime Minister’s Cup

to have been able to view this topical attire.

who delighted in the cocktail party held at

Luncheon to be held by Women in Racing on

the Sheraton Mirage Breakers Bar. So well

the Gold Coast.

attended that numbers had to be limited and it was certainly the place to be seen. Tiny speeches, one raffle and plenty of networking time enabled all to reflect on the equine year that had certainly experienced some dramatic and devastating consequences as a result of the Equine Influenza Virus. Spirits were high and a feeling of optimism prevailed.

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White House dinner.

Further enhanced on the day was the charming Richard Davey, who was representing that

Held at the top end of town, those ladies

famous ship, The World.

who

of this wonderful ship being the only one

gentlemen, descended on the ballroom for

of its kind to have a full-size tennis court.

an elegant politically inspired address from

Imagine where the balls would land, or for

one of Australia’s First Ladies, Lady Sonia

that matter, the ball boy! Both immaculately

McMahon.

dressed VIP guest speakers brought class

Lady Sonia fascinated her listening audience

and conversation to the luncheon and fitted

telling not only of her time spent at Kirribilli

the elegance of the day for a true Prime

House, but she also reflected on “that” dress

Minister’s Cup luncheon.

lunch,

plus

large

gathering

Richard spoke

PA L A Z Z O

V E R S AC E

May, 2007

Roma Blair (right) with friend

(left) Cathi Meredith, Dale Olsson

Marie Stephens

Photos by Ross Stevenson

Lauren Walker

(L-R) Baslyn Beel, Lady Sonia MacMahon & Jennifer Bartels

Kaye Bell

Shirley Croft (left) with friend

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Prime Ministerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CUP

Photos by Ross Stevenson

(Top L) Ron Williams, Phil Meredith, Trish Forde & Cathi Meredith

Leanne Ray

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Madison Wever and David Peters

Women in Racing Inc (Racing Welfare) Extend an invitation to join them for their annual “PRIME MINISTERS CUP LUNCHEON” Featuring entertainer Mr Peter George “On Broadway” Special Guest of Honour well known Australian Racing Identity Swimwear Parade by Way Funky Company 12.00pm, 2nd May 2008 Sheraton Mirage Hotel Ballroom (Gold Coast) Tickets $110 per person Jewellery showcase by Depazzi Jewellery Design BOOK EARLY! RSVP BY 25 APRIL 2008 YVONNE SMITH – PATRON Baslyn 0411 698 484 – Jenny 0438 741 242 Photos by Ross Stevenson

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Victoria Racing Club Ofﬁcial Luncheon, Tattersall’s Club Brisbane. October 2007 Each year the Victorian Racing Club embarks on the official Melbourne Cup Tour, visiting a wide selection of Australia and overseas. Fortunately, Women In Racing have the honour of hosting the annual luncheon

Tattersall’s CLUB

Photos by Aldwyn Altuney

where the VRC, Hardy Brothers, Emirate Airlines and Tattersalls merge to present a big, bold, but Gold luncheon; the star being the recently completed Gold Melbourne Cup straight from the manufacturing rooms of Hardy Brothers. A unique experience for all present to have photographs taken with this National Icon.

The VIP Guest of Honour

for 2007 was Australia’s own lady Horse Whisperer, Melbourne Cup winning Trainer, Sheila Laxon, (Ethereal) A wonder privilege to hear a talented horsewomen recalling those winning moments and the thrill and prestige that has since come with this triumph. Sheila delighted in meeting many people present and

Brisbane ladies with the 2007 Melbourne Cup

has presented several of her books, “Winning Spirit” to the Women in Racing Club. The next venue shall be Palazzo Versace early October 2008, so keep diaries at hand for the date. This will be an exciting time for all, as it will be the first time the Cup has come to the Coast. Jennifer Campbell Bartles, director, Women In Racing Inc

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Mother and daughter

Geoff and Ethel Kerrison

(From left) Guest with Patti Houston and Maureen Collier

“MAKE IT A RACING WEEKEND” Tattersall’s and Women in Racing Inc invite all Club members and racing industry guests to the annual Tattersall’s Black Tie Event – “Winter Stakes Ball” @ Tattersall’s Club, Queen Street, Brisbane Friday 20th June 2008 $150 per person Entertainment including the “Swinging Martinis” Bookings Tattersall’s Club, Brisbane Ph 3331 8888 or 0438 741 242 Following on the next day to the “Winter Stakes” Queensland Turf Club.

(Top right) Baslyn Beel with friends from Bundaberg

Dale Ollson and Lauren Walker

Members entry tickets available to all.

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Images of Far North Queensland racing often centre on stunning off-the-shoulder fashions at sunny signature meetings but the ladies’ involvement in tropical racing is more than just skin deep.

THE SUNLINE CLUB

WOMEN have played an enormous role in racing in Cairns and its surrounding districts for many years. The list of lady contributors to the racing industry is long and varied, and the establishment of the Sunline Club four years ago, has further entrenched and recognised Far North Queensland Women in Racing. The far north has leading trainers in Jenny Ball, Janel Ryan, Nicole Homann, Gaye Cisuentes and Kem Watkins. At one stage the region boasted half a dozen women riders

special function in the lead-up to the 2004

The Sunline Club is also about friendship

Cairns Cup, Amanda Byrne, wife of Cairns

and entertainment. Our popular Marquee

Mayor, Kevin and Noeline McKee, wife of

Luncheons are about lots of fun, laughter,

the trainer and part owner of Sunline along

fashion, bling and bubbly, gourmet food,

with Helen Walton and Dorothy Green, also

musical enjoyment and punting on those

associated with the ownership of Sunline.

sometimes unpredictable kings of the turf.

legendary secretary and life member, Mary

The Sunline Club named after one of the

Jumping out of the barriers with such a bright

Dixon.

greatest mares to grace the Australian track

start, the Sunline Club isn’t about to slacken

is already exceeding its goals of promoting

off the tempo. The club has plans to hook-

and helping Women in Racing by supporting

up with their Women in Racing sisters in

injured jockeys, the “Abused Child Trust” and

Brisbane and the Gold Coast, to liaise with

the annual get-together in November with

and support Women in Racing’s commitment

children’s gifts donated to the Mayor’s annual

to the thoroughbred industry.

but now Donna Philpot, Peta Edwards and Lacey Morrison keep the flag flying along with many women who are breeding and racing in the far north and southern race meets. Many more women have for many years formed the backbone of the clubs, like Oak Park with its

The Sunline Club has now taken its place amongst this list with steady growth since its inception in 2004. Starting with a group of 30 women, the club now boasts membership of 45 and five honorary members. The numbers are expected to grow even further now that

Cairns Christmas Appeal.

There are stories in every club about the

a social membership to the club has been

The Cairns Cup Marquee Luncheon has at

wonderful women involved in racing. We are

launched. Honorary members include the

times been bursting at the seams over the last

just proud to be part of creating awareness

trainer of Melbourne Cup winner Ethereal,

three years providing important support for the

and participation in the thoroughbred industry

Sheila Laxon, who launched the club at a

Cairns Jockey Club and its feature events.

in Far North Queensland.

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CairnsRace Day THE SUNLINE CLUB

Keen fashion and race goer Judy Sisam

Off the track - Margaret & Marla

Fashions by local designer ‘Karlie Jay’

Name Jan, Nancy and Margaret

Celebrating - Margaret, Ellen, Anita, Sandra & Jan

Lisa, Samantha, Cachelle, Brooke & Cara. Models of Designer Fascinators

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Sales FIT FOR A LADY

When a lady hears the word, “Sales” the wallet and ﬂat shoes come out and she heads to town.

NOT so!

The party of six women who

meant that the local industry was enhanced by

converged on Karaka, New Zealand for the first

one of his best drafts in years and that buyers

1,500 yearlings of the Southern Hemisphere’s

who had desires to secure a Zabeel, would

crop were there and witnessed an outstanding

see them only at Karaka. These yearlings were

sale event. New Zealand Bloodstock at the

eye-catching and their demand was strong

Karaka complex near Auckland set in a most picturesque and verdant setting, offered these impressive yearlings. Like Australia, New

that affected the breeders in Australia.

Zealand has been experiencing less rainfall

The presence of the elite in the horse racing

than usual, however, to view the colourful

industry resulted in many prospective local

gardens, the majestic trees and the lush

and visiting purchasers being forced to lose

grass, one would believe that there had been

their winning bids to those buyers well cashed

an abundance of rain.

up, and backed by the ‘big end of town’.

and also surpassed many expectations from eager bidders. So much of the success from these sales can be linked to the many devoted and qualified employees of New Zealand Bloodstock. Two very important ladies of racing, Petrea Vela, Marketing and PR Manager, and her sister, Victoria Vela, Marketing Assistant,

the

Yearlings by the outstanding stallion, Zabeel,

were so very hospitable to us and made

traditional Magic Millions Sales held at

based at Sir Patrick Hogan’s Cambridge Stud

certain everything was perfect to ensure our

their Gold Coast complex was forced to be

certainly enticed the powerful buyers to outbid

attendance at the sales was a success. We

postponed until early March. This led to an

their colleagues in order to secure a quality

hope to return the hospitality to these two

exceptional catalogue of entries for the first

colt or filly for their clients. Sir Patrick Hogan’s

ladies when they happen to call into Australia.

sale of the year being in New Zealand, free

decision to sell his yearlings through Karaka

Jennifer Campbell Bartels

The

from the horrors of the equine virus shutdown

Equine

Influenza

Virus

meant

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TOOWOOMBA TURF CLUB

WEETWOOD & TOOWOOMBA CUP

2008

Weet wood C ARNIVAL

This years Weetwood Carnival will be bigger than ever with the running of the XXXX Gold Weetwood Handicap race, along with the XXXX Gold Toowoomba Cup all on the same day.

GATES open from 10.30am with entry just

fashion from Roberts Menswear located in

$10. Under 18’s must be accompanied by a

Ruthven Street, Toowoomba.

paying parent or guardian.

1pm on the Southern Cross Ten stage with

THURSDAY 10TH APRIL

queues by calling into the Turf Club office

local band Craig Phillips pumping out all the

Gates open 10.30am Entry just $10 per person

during business hours.

great songs.

Fashions on the Field scouts will be perusing

Tickets are on sale now for the Win Television

the crowd from 11am finding suitable

Lawn Marquee with a gourmet two course

candidates to give invites to compete in the

meal on offer, discounted entry and your own

Myer sponsored event.

reserved seating for just $30 per person.

A huge list of prizes will be on offer including

If you have a larger group going to the

$200 gift vouchers from Myer for the Best

carnival why not book a corporate marquee

Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Man and

(minimum of 20 people) with reserved

Best Hat.

seating and including entry, close to all the

Under 18’s must be accompanied by a paying parent or guardian

Prepurchase your entry tickets now to avoid the queue.Tickets available from our ofﬁce in Hursley Road during ofﬁce hours.

Phone 4634 6066 Fashions on the ﬁeld & Fashion Parade

Great prizes to be won for the Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gentleman and Best Hat. Make sure you’re at the track from 11am so that our judges can give your invitation to enter. Proudly supported by

Fashions on the Field invitees will be asked to be in attendance in the Fashion Parade area at approximately 1.30pm for judging. Prior to the judging of the Fashions on the Field at approximately 1pm a Fashion Parade

Live music will keep things pumping from

Tickets can be pre-purchased to avoid the

horse action and many more extras for just $60 per person. Make sure you book early for either of these areas as they are always popular and sell out fast.

Entertainment provided by

coordinated by Flair Events will showcase

To make any further enquiries please contact

Live local band will be playing on the Southern Cross 10 stage from 1pm.

female fashion from Forcast Fashion located

the office on 4634 6066 or you can email

in Village Fair, Toowoomba as well as male

joan.ttc@westnet.com.au

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Mat ilda

HIGHWAY SERIES 2007 One thousand kilometres from Brisbane seems so far away to attend the Barcoo Amateur Race Day at Blackall but a two hour ﬂight and not a 12 hour drive help makes the expedition so much more enjoyable.

BY JENNIFER CAMPBELL BARTELS

I had not been to Blackall since the Fokker Friendships ceased their regular services to the West. As a TAA air hostess, we did the milk run calling in at Roma, Mitchell, Charleville, Aramac,

Muttaburra,

Isisford,

Longreach,

Blackall and Quilpie. I was particularly excited about these trips as they concerned racing! The Barcoo Amateur Race Club is based in Blackall, central Queensland. The Club conducts four race meetings a year; it is a time of preparation of both the club facilities, the track and the horses. Racing is an important part of the social fabric of the district. Blackall supports one professional trainer, some hobby trainers and two professional jockeys.

the smart but relaxed look that one aims for

day’s racing, but also had 10 starters scoring

Approximately 30 horses are regularly worked

at theses meetings. The fashion judges, Mrs

a quinella with Craiglea Warrior and Craiglea

on the track, thus making an important

Annette Banks, “Duneira”, Mrs Kerry Walker,

Bob. This racing stable had Peter Fleming as

contribution to the local economy. This day

“Ravensbourne” and myself were impressed

the trainer and he had his delightful wife, Tracey

was special as some 400 people celebrating

with the high standard and number of entrants,

as his number one strapper, so I guess that

Oaks Day, dressed up and enjoyed the mild

both male and female. Women play a great

accounts for him having success on the day.

autumn weather whilst having a punt and

part in the west and I was happy to see Julie

soaking up the atmosphere.

Eggerling, who has her training facilities at

Women in Racing Inc made a decision to present their inaugural trophy category, “The Lady who most represents Racing in the Bush”. Baslyn Beel suggested an equine trophy that the recipient could keep. Chloe Kings was the recipient of the award, she epitomised

Stonehenge, near Longreach, have a double with her horses, Innarto and Dolanity in the first two races. Julie is also the Longreach Race Club President and a wonderful role model for women trainers. Craiglea Stud was not only a sponsor for the

Race Club President, Paul Banks stated that this Oaks Day meeting attracted patrons from Tasmania and South Australia so if you are planning to head out west, try to catch a local race meeting. I am certain you will enjoy the day as much as the city meetings, whilst supporting these towns that put so much into the country racing industry. AU S T R A L A S I A N WOMEN IN RACING

The Woman

AT THE FRONTIER OF HORSE FACILITY DESIGN design challenge, my approach considers

My enduring passion for all things equine began in my childhood whilst spending school holidays with my grandfather on his cattle farm in northern Victoria.

accommodating the nature of the animals as paramount. Although horses are known for their great ability to habituate to their circumstances, (hence why many seem to be OK when living in a somewhat small, dim and unventilated stable) good facility design should consider the horses’ evolution (living

BY LEONIE LEATHERS

in herds on grassy plains) and their unique IN addition to jumping channel banks and

requirements, both physical and behavioural.

racing down country lanes, I would spend

Many facilities can be detrimental to the horses’

countless hours absorbed in the world of

overall health and wellbeing. An appreciation

my first horse – just watching and learning

of the science of animal behaviour and study

about her ways, her form and her movement;

of the characteristic needs of the animal

all the while daydreaming about a future

– how they rest, sleep, communicate, see,

career working with horses. Despite my lofty

grow, exercise, eat, drink and maintain social

aspirations I never did become a veterinarian

hierarchy – can greatly affect their mind and

or represent Australia on horseback (and I and experience with horses to design built

understanding of horses’ natural behaviours

jockey early on!). Nevertheless, my vocation

environments sensitive to their requirements

and what stimulates each behaviour trait we

still intrinsically involves horses but, somewhat

and their human handlers. Having owned

can begin to identify which behaviours are

unexpectedly, it is in the field of architecture.

and observed many horses in a variety of

detrimental to their welfare and how potentially

environments over the years, my personal

sensitive built environments can prevent

experience in horse handling, competitive

certain stresses and negative behaviours from

riding, breaking, training, and horse husbandry

developing whilst encouraging others.

My interest in horses has combined with my education as an architect to develop into a specialist design practice that plans and designs horse facilities and their surrounds. The practice, under the name Architecture Etcetera, which I run with my husband Anthony (who has interests in residential design for the

body and potential performance. Through an

had outgrown the possibility of becoming a

contributes to a first hand knowledge base and a deep understanding of the practice of accommodating horses, which I continue to expand upon and develop.

Collecting

and

assessing

scientific

and

anecdotal evidence of horse behaviour and physiology informs the planning and design of all my proposals. For nearly a decade I have

two-legged client), is distinct for many reasons.

As with any architectural project, one of the

been a lecturer at Marcus Oldham College,

It is possible that I am the only woman in

foremost considerations is the occupant

teaching the merits of good horse facility

Australia qualified with Architecture Degrees

– although the combination of horses

design to the students of the Horse Business

who also draws on their lifelong ownership

and humans adds great complexity to the

Management course. Not only does it put

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design to accommodate the pre-existing complex of a working education facility and diverse needs of yearly student intake, their course curriculum, and visitors. In general, some design considerations that are prioritised are ventilation, daylighting and adequate space – these are principal concerns. A significant factor is the site analysis and a good facility should be designed with regard to its larger context. Studying prevailing Architecture

related experts, it is fantastic to witness the

intelligent, pragmatic and quality design that

increase in the interest and awareness of the

combines sensitive horse accommodation with

students when learning about the importance

functional property management. In the 70-

of thoughtful design. My time is reciprocated

plus horse complex that we designed for the

with the students, sharing their associated

Freedman Brothers’ training facility, Markdel,

horse experiences and as the students travel

on the Mornington Peninsula, the brothers

from all over Australia and internationally

valued the benefits of externally-based stable

their

environments. Consequently, the courtyard

backgrounds are diverse and the information

arrangement was adopted along with multiple

exchanged is very valuable. Tradition is very

accommodation options for versatility in

strong in Australia – in my view past practice

providing for various equine idiosyncrasies and

has repeatedly generated restrictive and

health predispositions. Horses are allowed to

otherwise inappropriate facilities – so with

spend their stabled time under a high canopy

the aid of students I compiled a database of

roof in generous sized boxes (but not too big

critical horse measurements and details of

for cleaning or encouraging ‘box walkers’)

facilities and began working again from first

with many other details featured to contribute

training at their optimum.

principles. The value of precedents, however,

to their contented existence. Our practice is

I greatly welcome any stories, insights and

must not be understated and I constantly

currently undertaking the design of new horse

anecdotes from your experiences. Please

evaluate existing facilities (including my own

facilities at Marcus Oldham College, which, in

built projects) in order to capitalise on their

addition to complementing the nature of the

write to Architecture Etcetera, PO Box 4184

strengths and refine the details.

horses, will require site-responsive and robust

Geelong VIC 3220.

attend

the

renowned

course,

Etcetera’s

work

advances

weather patterns and having suitable openings

me in contact with a diverse range of horse

contribute

appropriately

ventilated

environment, while the control of daylight and heat gains/losses should be responsive to a horse’s biological makeup. Ill-considered use of materials in horse facilities is often a cause for injury; hence their proper specification when exposed to horses is crucial. Flooring is also important and often overlooked with regards to comfort and hygiene. The objective to improve a horse’s welfare via the buildings it inhabits is seemingly straightforward but the benefits can be farreaching. The resulting day-to-day existence of horses can be improved, with horses more relaxed, able to eat and rest and contribute to

leonie@architectureetc.com.au

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Gallery OF FASHION

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As a single mum of two boys and running

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pieces, which feature everything from one-off

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the last two years has kept me busy, I regularly go to the races and often get to judge the

Madaboochoo also caters for the lady who

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Pia

DU PRADAL

IT is hardly a secret anymore that Pia du Pradal dresses some of Australia’s most stylish women. Whether it is an understated elegant look or something more fun, it can be found at one of her exclusive boutiques in Brisbane, where professional and friendly service is to be expected. While tailoring is the strength of the label, it is often contrasted with a soft feminine look. A sharp jacket is just as likely to combine with a bare dress as a pair of tailored pants or skirt.

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B liss F E AT U R E

FASHION EMPORIUM

AFTER eighteen years in fashion, Sonia Otto

is a 2007 NRA Fashion Award finalist with strong designs on this year’s award.

Achieving a finalist position in the Lifestyle

category was a highlight for the popular

designer, who despite her years of experience in southeast Queensland, took to the national stage for the first time last year at the NRA Australian Fashion Awards. Her stunning silver Taj Mahal collection sparkled its way into one of just four final spots, from a field of over 40 entries. Sonia Otto Couture showcases a sophisticated range of racewear and an exquisite collection of evening showstoppers – she does glamour in glittering gowns and filmy frocks like no other, in designs that give an edge to elegance. Using stunning Italian fabrics embellished with intricate beading, it’s no wonder Sonia has won 22 fashion and business awards in a stellar career, while she has helped put satisfied customers into the winner’s circle at many fashions on the field. Sonia Otto is proud to support more than 15 local and state charities through her popular fashion shows and events and has made personal service her signature style – as a designer, manufacturer and retailer she brings her fashion to life with an eye for quality at every stage. Sonia can be contacted on (07) 5592 6858 or

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client

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Her

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began

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IS MY PASSION

“FASHION is my passion and hats are my particular weakness,” says Dale Olsson, owner

BY DALE OLSSON

of The Hat Box, which represents Australia’s

fascinators. Dale also stocks men’s dress

best milliners.

hats. “Top hats, bowlers, fedoras – you name

“Every hat here is a one-off original and my

it, we have it and last year we added a range

stable of 20 milliners are first past the post every time,” claims Dale. “Elizabeth R took top honours at the Melbourne Cup a couple of years ago and, this year, Sandra Robson

of genuine panama hats from Ecuador to both the men’s and women’s collections. The panama is ideally suited to our climate and once you’ve worn the real thing there’s really

swept the field at the Gold Coast’s Magic

no going back.”

Millions. Tracey Andrews made the fascinator

A frequent Fashions on the Field winner,

problem, but it’s important to understand each

worn by Hollywood starlet Tara Reid and

Dale always had trouble finding good-quality

milliner has his, or her, own distinctive style,

Karen Valentine made the ‘tin man’ hat worn

coloured leather gloves, so she now imports

and some may be happier and better working

by Miranda Otto in the film Starter Wife, and

her gloves direct from Italy.

with felt or ribbons, while others may be more

For clients wanting their hat made to order,

at home working with straw or feathers. I’m

for a beach scene in the same film, Judy Davis wore one of our fabulous panamas.

Dale will discuss shapes and colours with

simply the one who joins all the dots and I love

The Hat Box is centrally located on the upper

them and liaise with the best milliner to ensure

it!” says Dale.

level of the Brisbane Arcade and carries a

the clients’ wishes are met. “A lot of my clients

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wide range of constantly changing hats and

live on remote properties so mail order is no

or by phone at (07) 3210 2455.

Exclusive original headwear from the best milliners in Australia. Made to order or ready to wear. Dale Olssson - owner of The Hat Box

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LinTeo

MILLINERY ARTIST

LIN Teo created her millinery business in 2001 after returning from the United Kingdom.

Many years of study in Fashion Design and

Millinery, while bringing up her children, has

given her a passion for designing uniquely individual,

hand-made,

one-off

creations.

They are constructed from a wide variety of high quality materials such as felt, straws and sinemays, that are moulded and shaped, wired and trimmed with silks and velvets, feathers and flowers, laces, braids and beads. Hours

millinery artist

and hours of hand crafting will go in, to form a work of art, an adornment for the head.

Working

from

her

studio

Sydney’s

Northern Beaches, inspiration comes from many sources. The latest fashion trends, architecture, the environment (such as photos of small sea creatures found off Sydney inspired a collection last spring called ‘Gems of the Sea”) and needs from her private clients all influence an highly individual, couture finished model millinery hat. The pricing is dependent on the materials used and time taken to produce this hand- crafted product, ranging from the affordable to the specially designed commissions, all reflecting the quality workmanship and materials used in each hat.

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Lin Teo aims to produce designs that make a statement, that excite your tastebuds, tantalize your eye and stimulate your imagination. Her adornments/ hats aim to express who you are, to create a feeling of sensual pleasure to the wearer as well as the observer.

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Chevron stocks an extensive selection from high-end brands including Lodi, Martini, A veritable Aladdin’s Cave of shoes and

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accessories, this bustling boutique might be

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tucked away in an arcade, but it has its finger

boots from Hogl.

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will be able to satisfy your passion, with totes, clutches, purses and satchels from Charlie Brown, Cellini, Botticelli, and the very hip, How. U.C.Me. Eleni Comino and her staff have the knowledge and impeccable taste to assist you in your choices. For more information visit www.shoesonchevron.com.au

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Owning

THOUSANDS of Queenslanders who are

owners or part-owners of racehorses have felt their hearts race as a jockey riding hands

and heels brings their horse down the home straight.

A RACEHORSE

There are many ways for people to become involved in racing as horse owners. These range

from being a hobby owner to a professional, a

10 people and syndicates of up to 20 allows

sole owner to a part-owner, a partnership or a

the costs to be shared, making getting into

sydicate through to having your own stable of champions.

the industry affordable for more people and allowing friends, work colleagues or other groups to share in the excitement. This means

FI NAN CIAL CO M M ITM ENT Apart from the cost of buying a thoroughbred

a week.

or a share in a joint partnership or syndicate,

Before entering a partnership or syndicate,

potential owners must consider the ongoing

prospective owners should ensure there is

costs of feeding, grooming and training their

a clear agreement about the terms of the

racehorse.

partnership, especially regarding decision-

The minimum cost of keeping and racing a

making and the sharing of prizemoney and

thoroughbred racehorse in Australia has been

costs. The joint owner whose name is listed

estimated at around $15,000 a year, with the

first on the ownership or lease documents will

average prizemoney won by each horse more

be the official manager for the joint owners or

than $5,000. Therefore, a full owner of an

partners under the Rules of Racing.

average racehorse could expect to pay about $10,000 a year out of her or his own pocket. However, a horse would only have to win two mid-ranking city races a year to break even.

PARTN ERSH I PS AN D SYD I CATES Horse owning through partnerships of up to 36

you could become an owner for less than $20

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Each joint-owner or partner’s name appears in the racebook as a registered owner, and each is entitled to full race-day ownership privileges, giving access to the members’ enclosure and

SALES Many people become owners by buying horses privately or at yearling sales, where horses are sold at auction. Before buying, it is strongly recommended that you seek advice from a bloodstock agent, veterinarian or your horse trainer.

mounting yard. Only the syndicate manager’s

QTIS

name appears in the racebook along with the

The Queensland Thoroughbred Investment

syndicate name.

Scheme aims to increase investment in

the

Queensland

thoroughbred

industry.

Approximately $5.3m is distributed to industry participants annually. The range of QTIS incentives encourages participants to register their horses for the scheme. These include QTIS Added Stakes, QTIS Breeder Bonuses and QTIS Super Stakes. Queensland-bred and Breedback eligibility are both available as part of QTIS. For

further

information

www.queenslandracing.com.au and click on the QTIS icon on the left-hand side.

PRIVI LEG ES FO R OWN ERS Privileges for owners include free admission and entry to the members enclosure on the day their horse is racing. Owners can also enter the mounting yard to discuss tactics with their trainer and jockey. However, due to limited space and safety considerations, entry to the mounting yard is subject to the

ASSISTAN CE FO R FI RST-TI M E OWN ERS

discretion of stewards and the race club

Queensland Racing can help first-time owners

secretary. A race club official will invite

with information on all aspects of ownership.

winning owners into the committee room to

Contact

enjoy a celebratory drink and watch a replay

information.

Queensland

Racing

for

reduced costs, increased prizemoney and the maintenance of a strong relationship with Queensland Racing. In addition, the Association values its members and encourages friendship receive other benefits, including free entry to

carry trophies as well as prizemoney. Many

Q U EENSLAN D RACEH O RSE OWN ERS ASSO CIATI O N

clubs have special parking areas and other

The

facilities for owners.

Association (QROA) is proud to represent

it flashed past the finishing post. Often races

better outcomes for its members through

and social interaction. Members of QROA also

of the race. To ensure memories of the win, owners can obtain a photo of their horse as

owners. The association continually seeks

Queensland

Racehorse

selected racecourses and trade discounts. For further information, please visit a website Owners

www.qob.com.au or ring their office on (07) 3869 9739. AU S T R A L A S I A N WOMEN IN RACING

Horset alk

TERMINOLOGY MUDLARK A horse that likes the track wet, or with some ‘give’. SPEED HORSE A horse that will go to the lead early to speed up the race but unlikely to have a great finish. CAMEL Derogatory name for a horse you

Here is a guide to horse talk that will get you through any race day, or at least impress your non-betting friends.

think cannot win.

BETTI N G FORM What the horse has done in the past. ODDS The quote on the horse’s chances from

TH E BASI CS

the bookie, telling you how much you get back

HANDICAP The Melbourne Cup is a ‘handicap’

for each dollar invested.

event, meaning horses are penalised by

FAVOURITE The lowest-priced horse, the one

weight to try to even their chances. Penalties

the bookies think is the most likely to win.

are given by official handicappers based on

OUTSIDER A horse not expected to feature

a horse’s previous results. For example, top

at a big price.

chance Tawqeet was forced to carry an extra

TRIFECTA Picking the first three horses in

2 kg because he won the Caulfield Cup, a

any order.

major lead-in race.

BOXED TRIFECTA Choosing the first three

HOOP Another name for a jockey.

horses in order.

STRAPPER The person who leads the horse

QUINELLA Picking first and second in any

out into the yard to parade before the race,

order.

and who traditionally straps the horse’s legs

EXACTA Choosing first and second in correct

before a race.

order.

TOPWEIGHT The horse that runs in No.1, with

A PLUNGE A lot of money placed on a certain

the most weight on its back. Horses are given

horse that brings its odds down.

their starting number according to weight.

BLOWING OUT When a horse’s price

BOTTOMWEIGHT Similarly, number 24 will

increases because punters are not backing it.

carry the minimum weight in the race. TRACKWORK The training a horse does at a

TH E ALTERMATH

track to lead into the race.

TH E H O RSES

BLINKERS A head fitting for the horse that

LOCALS The Australian horses.

blocks out side views and forces jittery horses

INTERNATIONALS

to focus forward.

overseas.

CORRECT WEIGHT The signal all jockeys

STABLEMATES Horses prepared by the

MORE TOE THAN A THONG A horse that

were correctly weighted, there were no

same trainer.

has great speed.

protests and bets can be paid out.

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PROTEST When a jockey or trainer makes a The

horses

submission after the race claiming they were from

cheated out of a fair run.

SLAUGHTERED/BUTCHERED

When

jockey rides badly, giving the horse no chance of winning.

TH E RACE THE BARRIER The stalls the horses jump from at the start. DRAWN OUT IN THE CAR PARK The horse is starting from a wide barrier. MISSED THE KICK/JUMP When a horse is slow out of the barriers. ON SETTLING The part of the race where horses settle into a steady pace after the chaos of the start. THE BOX SEAT A handy place to sit upon settling one back from the front and on the fence. LOOKS RELAXED The horse has settled into the race and is running freely. GETTING SOME COVER Where horses get a slipstream effect from being behind another horse, especially when facing the wind. TAILED OFF When a horse is right at the back of the field. THREE WIDE/GOING VIA THE CAPE When a jockey rides a horse wide of the fence. PUTTING THE HORSE TO SLEEP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Jockey Is Smoking A Pipe The horse is well placed and the jockey can sit and wait to stoke up for the finish. THE TURN Where the horses round the final bend, a long 550m from the finish. BE THERE AT THE CLOCK TOWER A special Flemington saying. An ancient clock tower sits 200m from the finish and if you are a chance to win, the horse must be near the leaders as they go past the tower. AU S T R A L A S I A N WOMEN IN RACING

ElysianFields

HEAVEN IS SIMPLY According to Homer’s Odyssey, Elysian Fields lay somewhere near the river Oceanus and it would also be the closest to what most people consider “Heaven” to be like, or so the story goes. BY JENNIFER CAMPBELL BARTELS THE “Elysian Fields,” like that depicted by Homer, is a wonderful place where everything is delightful. Such was our day attending the Elysian International Showjumping Classic, held at Canungra, nestled in the Gold Coast Hinterland. We experienced a day full of five stars. Gorgeous surroundings, exciting competition by both National and International Showjumpers, first class surfaces as well as faultless facilities for the spectators. An outstanding

have

competition, however if more than one equal

Lumpur Grand Prix to be held on 23-25

broken previous records, a unique setting

attendance

that

must

then qualify for the jump off where the fastest

November this year and, it too, promises to be

married with gorgeous weather and the best

around with the least number of faults wins.

action filled and very social.

The presence of the international showjumpers

For those wishing to have a happy, social day,

of the best created an atmosphere unlike any other I have experienced.

placed

extra

pressure

the

national

nothing beats Elysian Fields.

This was the last competition for the Australian

competitors ensuring a challenging program.

team before those chosen would head to the

Notable

prestigious World Championships to be held in

and Oliver Edgecombe, New Zealand, Vicki

Aachen, Germany.

Roycroft and Robert Agnew, Australia, Alina

The main objective of showjumping is to be

Klatte and Gilbert Boeckmann, Europe and

“Elysian Fields” has soft green meadows, lovely

successful in clearing all jumps with a certain

Yoshihiro Nakano and Toshiki Masui, Japan.

groves, a delicious life giving air, sunlight that

allowable time in the preliminary rounds. Of

Prior to heading for Germany, many of the

glows a soft purple and everyone is happy and

course the least amount of faults will win the

above riders will be participating in the Kuala

peaceful, so close to Heaven.

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riders

included

Sue

Thompson

With the backdrop of the beautiful Gold Coast Hinterland, it reminds all yet again of Homers Odyssey ...

We Survived

THE DROUGHT AND EQUINE INFLUENZA

AT Arundel Park Riding for the Disabled we are celebrating the start of a new year with relief showing on the faces of our few dedicated staff and many devoted volunteers. The centre, having been opened for 25 years, was close to closing its doors last August due to the drought causing our feed bill to increase to $2000 a week and then we were struck with the devastating blow of a lock-down due to Equine Influenza. Arundel Park Riding for the Disabled provides opportunities for people ranging in age from four years old to late 50s with physical and intellectual disabilities. There are over 100

riders that are currently having lessons at our centre and for most riders it is not just for the therapy that they ride but also a sporting and social highlight of their week.

and builds self confidence just to name a few.

There are four disciplines of riding at our centre, hippotherapy (with a physiotherapist working with the horse and rider) riding lessons, vaulting and carriage driving. A dressage class is due to start in the next term. With this range of classes we are able to cover a broad section of riders and disabilities.

to a good year in 2008.

Riding has many benefits that include improved balance and posture, develops fine and gross motor skills, develops eye hand coordination

For more information about volunteering

With community support and the recent rain that has meant that feed is at a more affordable price, the Centre is looking forward We are very reliant on the kindness of donations to keep our centre running and at the moment we are on the lookout for quiet, bomb-proof ponies as quite a few of our horses have had to be retired. or donations please ring our office on (07) 5594 0305.

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Lyn Beaumont EQUINE ARTIST

LYN is a horse owner and rider, and drawing

enough to know how a horse looks, you have

Makybe Diva, Phar Lap, Danehill, and many

them has been a life-long interest, from a

to know how it feels,” she says. She is also

more, plus some much loved equine subjects

hobby to becoming more serious in later years.

interested in human portraiture, with a softer,

of lesser fame. She has been commissioned

She has embarked on a dedicated pursuit of

more tonal approach.

by the Victoria Racing Club to paint ‘Australia’s

specific aspects of oil painting, and displays

This painting is entitled “Dynasty of Kings –

a tenacity in striving for that combination of

Sir Tristram” and features Lonhro, Octagonal,

Champion Racehorse of the Year ‘ for 20042005,

and

again

for

2005-2006,

and

commissioned by “Horseland” to paint for their

composition, tone, colour and accuracy in her

Zabeel and Sir Tristram. It will be available

work.

after 5 March in Australia in limited edition

“Being a horse lover, I am very aware of

prints, numbering 250 for New Zealand,

Lyn has had exhibitions in Brisbane, the

equine anatomy and therefore movement and

and 250 for Australia. This limited historical

Gold Coast and Melbourne. Her work hangs

proportion, but also of their behaviour. I believe

tribute is a “must-have” for any thoroughbred

in collections at Flemington (VRC), Moonee

that it is essential to convey to the viewer,

enthusiast, and the Dynasty of Kings series

Valley Racing Club, Werribee Racing Club,

the horse’s character and personality. They

will be continued with other stallions and high

in Japan, New Zealand, Britain, USA, and

are animals of extremes – wilful, vulnerable,

performance progeny.

Australia wide. She has also recently been

strong and fragile, and I find that oil is the

Enthusiasm for the project and assistance

best medium to bring out these differences,

with references came from Bronwen Healy

which as every horse lover knows, is the very

for the images of Lonhro and Octagonal, Trish

essence of them.”

Dunell (NZ) for Zabeel, and Jenny Kain (NZ)

More of Lyn’s work can be viewed on her

Lyn has developed her own style of painting

for Sir Tristram

website: www.lynbeaumont.com

an equine subject, evident in her use of colour,

Lyn has received commissions for some

Framed, numbered and signed prints can be

to achieve textures, mood and form. “It is not

“famous faces”, such as Lonhro, Sunline,

ordered and purchased through her website.

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Autumn catalogue 2005.

invited to participate in an equine art project in the USA, which will be displayed around the world for the benefit of horses.

Joanne Sullivan-Gessler AAEA Assoc.

BRONZE SCULPTOR

BORN in 1958, international sculptor,

In recent years, Joanne’s sculptures have

Joanne Sullivan-Gessler grew up in

been exhibited in several International

South Africa. Having spent four years

Museum exhibitions (between 1999-

in the USA, Joanne relocated to New

2007) including five shows at The

Zealand in 2002 where she was granted

International Museum of The Horse in

New Zealand Citizenship in 2006.

Lexington, KY, USA and notably the

Joanne has recently been awarded

“Master’s Invitational” exhibition held at the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art in Atlanta,

the commission to sculpt a life sized

GA, USA, by invitation of The American

bronze statue of Phar Lap. This statue is scheduled to be unveiled in February 2009 and will stand in Timaru, New Zealand, the birthplace of this legendary race horse. For

further

information

Joanne Sullivan-Gessler (right) with Belinda Peterson (the great grand niece of Phar Lap’s breeder)

Academy of Equine Art (AAEA). Having studied sculpture under noted South African sculptors, Etienne de Kock, Adries Botha, and Guy

on this statue please visit

du Toit, Joanne subsequently

www.pharlap.org.nz

attended workshops at The

Careful attention to detail

Scottsdale School of Art (AZ,

combined

with

extensive

research on her subjects and

USA) as well as The American Academy

Equine

Art,

solid grounding in anatomy,

(AAEA) in KY, USA.

have all contributed as a

Today, Joanne is an Associate

foundation for her work.

Member (sculpture) of the

With a string of prestigious

AAEA.

commissions to her name,

“Balance”, a life sized public

Joanne’s works have made

sculpture of a rooster toppling

their way into collections in

a chair, takes pride of place

England, South Africa, the

in front of the library, in the

USA, New Zealand, Australia

Albany

and Finland.

New Zealand’s North Shore.

Village

Centre

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TAKES C ARLTON DRAUGHT HORSE OF THE YEAR

2007 Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions 3YO winner, Gold Edition, has beaten a class field

to take out this year’s Carlton Draught Horse of the Year Award on the Gold Coast. The announcement was made last year at a gala function at the Gold Coast Turf Club. And guests were treated to what is becoming an all-too-familiar story of a modestly-priced Magic Millions Sales graduate performing magnificently. Gold Edition was purchased by Kevin and Tanith O’Brien’s Lauriston Thoroughbred Farm for just $130,000 during the fifth session of the 2005 Magic Millions Yearling Sale on the

ever accomplished on the Gold Coast - Bailey

Gold Coast.

and former Coaster Gerald Ryan.

Since that time the filly has amassed stakes

The win also sees her become the first female

earnings of almost $3 million with trainer, Ron

trainer to win a provincial trainer’s title in

Maund, recently quoted as saying Gold Edition

Queensland.

is the most valuable breeder in the land.

The last race meeting of the season also

And in a great night for Heinrich Racing,

sealed the top jockey honour for popular

matriarch Gillian Heinrich was presented with

hoop Griffin, while Palmer repeated his 2006

the Gold Coast Bulletin Trainer’s Premiership

success by once again snaring the apprentice

with stable riders Daniel Griffin and Michael

gong.

Palmer taking out the Pipers Lodge Jockey’s

But it took a stellar effort to pip him with

Premiership and Traintech 2000 Apprentice

Heinrich equalling the record for the most

Jockeys Premiership respectively.

winners in a season.

Heinrich’s success denied Bundall neighbour,

She nail-bitingly racked up her 44th victory in

awards - the Birkbeck’s Jewellers Gold Coast

Alan Bailey, the opportunity to take home a

the final race of the last race meeting of the

Trained Horse of the Year and the Gold Coast

tenth premiership.

year to equal a feat that only two trainers have

Turf Club Horse of the Year.

2007 Stradbroke Handicap winner, the John Wallace-trained Mitanni, scored a stunning quinella by taking out the night’s other two

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Thoroughbred The current taxation rulings presented by the ATO are vague and seem to be excluding a large sector of the Australian horse racing industry the right to run their horse activities as a business.

TAX CONSULTANTS

C ALL FOR ATO TO EVEN THE PLAYING FIELD FOR ALL HORSE PARTICIPANTS

AFTER listening to the horror stories coming from trainers and jockeys with outcomes from the ATO audits on the horse industry, Kerrie Simpson, Founder of Thoroughbred Tax Consultants was able to see the opportunities that specialist tax agents present to the Australian horse industry. The Australian horse industry is unlike other industries in terms of tax compliance matters

Lâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;R: Kerrie Simpson, Gai Waterhouse, Kathleen Simpson

and even the top four accounting firms have made errors in their advice (or non-advice) to clients, which has left some trainers, jockeys, breeders and owners with massive amounts

For example, Thoroughbred Tax Consultants

test for business was positive, the ATO decided

received a call from a north Brisbane horse

it was a hobby with the main reason being the

breeder desperate after receiving advice from

broodmares were not of sufficient quality and

of unexpected debts. Thoroughbred Tax

the ATO that they were to audit whether she had

underperformance of the business (which

Consultants have noted the growing number

been running a business or a hobby. Despite

resulted from accidental deaths/miscarriages).

of cases being received from horse trainers,

meeting 99% of the criteria of a business and

She is expected to reverse all records for the

breeders, owners and jockeys.

despite the fact that the income tax section

past three years, creating a massive debt. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This

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can be compared to a member of the police

Australian horse industry participants. There is

Tax Consultants can help by informing you of

watching a person in their vehicle speed over

no condition like this placed (either in theory

the impact of every business decision before

the past three years, then one day presenting

or in action) on any other industry in Australia

you make it.

the person with speeding fines for each

and was neglecting to include a large sector

offence during that time!” Kerrie said.

of the economy. These conditions decreased

On the back of many decisions of the AAT and the courts, where breeders with less than quality broodmares were held to be in business, the ATO released a draft ruling TR2007/D9 to

the number of people able to afford to enter the market, which also intensifies competition amongst trainers, whilst the prices of feed are

Thoroughbred Tax Consultants welcomes your emails and thoughts with regards to this matter, email comments to: help@thoroughbredtax. com.au

on an uphill rise.

clarify the Commissioner’s view relating to the

With the Equine Influenza punishing the

proper tax treatment of horse activities. It has

industry for a large part of last year, the

been over 14 years since the ATO released

industry is in need of revival. Thoroughbred

a specific tax ruling related to the horse

Tax Consultants welcomes the Commission of

industry. This ruling no longer mentions “at

Taxation’s clarification to relax its guidelines

least six quality or commercial broodmares”

on what constitutes a business, and confusion

and also left out any reference to ‘black-type’

over the consistency of the ATO to provide a

in pedigrees” of which the ATO held a strong

fair system for all horse industry participants

position on during the intense audit of the

can be laid to rest.

horse industry.

In another example, a trainer contacted

Recently, a landmark case provided hope for

Thoroughbred Tax Consultants and said the

the industry, in Block v FCT [2007] AATA

ATO was issuing an unexpected debt of over

1897, Mr and Mrs Block clarifies that breeders

$100,000, then through due diligence, review

can still be considered to be running a tax

of her records and negotiating with the ATO,

business when losses are being consistently

Thoroughbred Tax Consultants was able to

made when only two horses were sold at

reduce her debt by over 50%.

relatively low values.

Women are becoming more actively involved in

We all know there are no guarantees that

the racing industry. An annual business health

purchasing black type pedigree stock will

check is recommended whether there are

provide a race winning thoroughbred. The

tax problems or not. It is also recommended

benchmarks relied on throughout the ATO

you seek specialist tax advice to help avoid

audit on the horse industry since late October

unfortunate tax outcomes.

2003, worked to provide a “buy in” price, which

As specialists in the Australian horse industry

discriminated against a large sector of the

– founded and run by women – Thoroughbred

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RACING C ALENDAR QUEENSLAND RACING CALENDAR Queensland – March Saturday 8th Tattersall’s Racing Club (Eagle Farm) Carlton Draught Tattersall’s Classic Wednesday 12th Gold Coast Turf Club Carton Draught Gold Coast Stakes Race Day Saturday 15th Brisbane Turf Club Ltd (Doomben) Woolworths Raceday Saturday 22nd Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eagle Farm) Bribie Handicap Saturday 22nd Gold Coast Turf Club Monday 24th Gold Coast Turf Club Conrad Jupiter’s Magic Millions Race Day Saturday 29th Brisbane Turf Club (Doomben) Sita Raceday Queensland – April Saturday 5th Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eagle Farm) Bright Shadow Quality Handicap Sunday 6th Sunshine Coast Turf Club (Cushion Track) Thursday 10th Twoomba Turf Club XXXX Weetwood Handicap Saturday 12th Brisbane Turf Club (Doomben) The Good Guys GDO Race Day 50

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Saturday 19th

Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eagle Farm) Juanmo Quality Saturday 26th Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eagle Farm) Sir Byrne Hart Stakes Queensland – May Saturday 3rd Gold Coast Turf Club Carlton Draught Prime Ministers Cup Race Day Saturday 10th Brisbane Turf Club (Doomben) Jacob’s Creek Sparkling Race Day Saturday 17th Brisbane Turf Club (Doomben) XXXX Gold Race Day Saturday 24th Brisbane Turf Club (Doomben) Carlton Draught Doomben 10,000 Raceday Saturday 31st Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eaglefarm) Conrad Treasury QLD Oaks Race Day Queensland - June Saturday 7th Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eaglefarm) AAMI Stradbroke Race Day Monday 9th Queensland Turf Club (Eaglefarm) Brisbane Cup Race Day Saturday 14th Ipswich Turf Club XXXX Gold Ipswich Cup Race Day

Saturday 21st

Tattersall’s Racing Club (Eaglefarm) QLD Breeders & Tattersalls Winter Stakes Saturday 28th Sunshine Coast Turf Club Caloundra City Cup Race Day Queensland – July Saturday 5th Queensland Turf Club Ltd (Eaglefarm) Queensland Cup NEW SOUTH WALES RACING CALENDAR New South Wales – March Saturday 1st Randwick Royal Sov-Light Fing Saturday 8th Rosehill Apollo Stakes Saturday 15th Rosehill Golden Rose Friday 21st Good Friday Saturday 22nd Randwick Chipping Norton Saturday 29th Randwick Gulneas New South Wales – April Wednesday 2nd Newcastle Newmarket Saturday 5th Canterbury Queen of the Turf Saturday 12th Rosehill Guineas Saturday 19th Rosehill Golden Slipper Saturday 26th Randwick Derby/Doncaster Wednesday 30th Randwick Oaks New South Wales – May Saturday 3rd Randwick Sydney Cup Saturday 10th Newcastle Guineas Saturday 17th Rosehill (Kembla) Civic Hcp/Lord Mayors Saturday 31st Rosehill McKell Cup New South Wales – June Saturday 7th Randwick June Stakes Saturday 21st Rosehill

Winter Cup/Stakes Murwillumbah Murwillumbah Cup VICTORIAN RACING CALENDAR Victoria – March Saturday 1st Caulfield Futurity Stakes Day Wednesday 5th Sandown Saturday 8th Flemington Super Saturday, featuring Darley Australian Cup Monday 10th Moonee valley CFMEU Race Day Wednesday 12th Sandown Friday 14th Moonee Valley Night Racing Saturday 15th Flemington Blamey Stakes Day Thursday 20th Moonee Valley Night Racing Saturday 22nd Caulfield Easter Saturday Meeting Monday 24th Caulfield Easter Monday Meeting Wednesday 26th Sandown Saturday 29th Moonee Valley RSL Family Race Day Victoria – April Wednesday 2nd Sandown Friday 4th Moonee Valley Season Finale Saturday 5th Caulfield Anniversary Vase Race Day Saturday 12th Moonee Valley Saturday Racing Saturday 19th Caulfield Pink Ribbon Cup Day Friday 25th Flemington ANZAC Day featuring the VRC St Leger Victoria – May Saturday 3rd Moonee Valley City Pacific Finance Day Saturday 10th Caufield Thoroughbred Club Cup Day Saturday 17th Flemington Andrew Ramsden Stakes Day Saturday 24th Moonee Valley Victorian Transport Association race Day Sunday 29th

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Flemington Grand National Preview Day

Victoria – June Saturday 7th Flemington David Bourke Provincial Plate day Monday 9th Moonee valley Queens Birthday Saturday 14th Sandown Australian Hurdle & Steeplechase Day Saturday 21st Moonee Valley Gillies Famous Pies Country Cup Day Saturday 28th Flemington Grand National Hurdle Day Victoria – July Saturday 5th Flemington Cleanevent Grand National Steeplechase Day Saturday 19th Caulfield Sir John Monash Stakes Day Saturday 26th Moonee Valley Dominant Hiskens Steeplechase Day

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5 DERMALOGICA INTENSIVE EYE REPAIR Vitamins C and E, soothing and refreshing botanicals and extracts of Rose and Wild Yam. Formulated to handle the delicate skin around the eyes. RRP $65.00 for a 15ml tube. Call 1800 659 118 or visit www.dermalogica.com.au

firmness and strengthen the skin’s natural defences.

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DU’IT SKIN RENEWAL Vitamins A, C and E, Coenzyme Q10 and green tea help reduce lines, maximize moisture levels, maintain the skin’s protective barrier function and offer enhanced texture and elasticity for a smooth, supple complexion. RRP $15.95 for 50g. Pharmacies and Priceline. Stockists 1300 656 101 or visit www.orbis.net.au

POLA SIGNS SOLUTION CREAM PROGRESSIVE Rejuvenates the skin and rebundles collagen fibre structure with its new ingredient, CG Strengthener (extracted from St John’s wort). RRP $153.00. Salons. Stockists 1800 813 758 or visit www.polacosmetics.com.au

ISCLINICALS SUPER SERUM A potent serum that contains 15% L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) to help improve lines, texture, pigmentation and scarring. RRP $192.50 for 30mls. Visit www.skinclinicals.com.au or call 0419 282 563.

THALGO WRINKLE CONTROL SMOOTHING CONCENTRATE Using highly concentrated and specialized marine complexes to temporarily plump out the skin, smooth lines and offer intense hydration. RRP $124.00 for 30ml. Salons. Stockists (02) 9477 6900 or visit www.thalgo.com.au

10 NATIO GLOW SKIN BRIGHTENING BALM It teams green tea extract to counteract the effects of free radicals, chamomile, lavender and rose geranium to soothe and help with dryness. Use under make up for a flawless and smooth finish. RRP $14.95 for 50g. Myer, David Jones and Pharmacies or call (03) 9415 9911. 11 SK-II SIGNS TREATMENT Essential nutrients, vitamins, amino acids, proteins and organic acids make up the key ingredient, Pitera®, Totality helps restore the skin’s natural renewal cycle promoting the skin’s resilience and radiance. RRP $195 for 80g. From David Jones and Myers. Call 1800 012 169.

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12 YON-KA PARIS Shea and Mango Butters, Coenzyme Q10, Vitamins E and C, grapeseed and lemongrass oils combine to repair damage, protect from the harsh environment and soften the skin while providing comfort and nourishment to roughened and very dry skin conditions. RRP $75.00 for 90ml. Selected salons and spas. Call 1800 196 652 or visit www.yonka.com 13

13 PEVONIA MYOXY-CAVIAR TIMELESS BALM CLEANSER Contains key anti ageing components such as Myoxy Caviar, Pearl Powder to aid hydration and EscutoxTM (a unique blend containing Hibiscus extract) to help relax lines and wrinkles. RRP $75.00 for 120ml. Salons and selected day spas. Stockists 1800 069 116 or www.pevonia.com 14 ELIZABETH ARDENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INTERVENE PAUSE & EFFECT MOISTURE LOTION (SPF15) Slows the ageing process and strengthens cells to keep skin at its peak for greater protection against the environment. Contains red clover extract, a soy complex and botanicals. Department stores. RRP $98 00 for 50ml. Stockists 1800 015 500.

15 PEVONIA MARINE COLLAGEN CREAM Combines a high concentration of Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid to help provide essential moisture, softening finer lines and leaving the skin feeling renewed and nourished. RRP $109.00 for 50ml. Stockists 1800 069 116 or visit www.Devonia.com

16 JAN MARINI AGE INTERVENTION Contains telomerase enzymes to protect the telomere which is said to regulate the ageing process. It also contains peptides and anti-inflammatory agents to enhance suppleness, hydration, firmness, line smoothness and radiance. RRP $299.00 and Age Intervention Face Cream RRP $115.00 for 30ml. Call (03) 9509 9526 or visit www.janmarini.com

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Sleeping Beaut ies BEAUTIFUL SKIN WHILE YOU SLEEP

BY WENDY WARD

The pick of the crop to make skin more beautiful while you sleep. Just as our body and mind rejuvenate during sleep, so too does the skin.

1 ASPECT RETINOL BRULEE RRP $99.00 for 30ml. Clinics and Cosmetic Surgeons. Stockists 1 800 648 851. 2 DANNE MONTAGUE-KING NITE FIRMING CRÈME RRP $79.00 for 60ml. Clinics or call 1800 222 342 or visit www.dannemking.com 3 IS CLINICAL YOUTH COMPLEX RRP $246.40 for 37ml. Purchase at www.skinclinicals.com.au or selected salons and clinics.

AT night, the parasympathetic nervous

4 LA PRAIRIE CELLULAR NIGHT REPAIR CREAM RRP $320.00 for 50ml. David Jones and selected salons. For stockist details call 1800 649 849.

system kicks in and starts working while we sleep to repair and restore

5 MARIO BADESCU PROTEIN NIGHT CREAM RRP $52.00 for 29ml. Selected Myer stores or purchase from Kit Cosmetics on 1 800 705 800 or www.kitcosmetics.com.au

cell renewal throughout the body. Therefore during sleeping hours our skin is more responsive and receptive

6 NATIO INTENSIVE MOISTURISING NIGHT CREAM RRP $17.95 for 100g. Myer, David Jones and Pharmacies. Call (03) 9415 9911 or visit www.natio.com.au

to the active ingredients in our skin care, making it more conducive to rejuvenation and allowing it to better reap the benefits.

7 OLAY® TOTAL EFFECTS ANTI-AGEING NIGHT CREAM RRP $29.99. Grocery, Pharmacy and Specialty Outets. Stockists 1 800 028 280 or visit www.olay.com.au 8 THALGO RELAXING CREAM RRP $87.00 for 50ml. Salons only. Stockists (02) 9477 6900 or visit www.thalgo.com.au 9 CAVIAR FACIAL TREATMENT at the Javana Day Spa ($115 for an 1¼ hours of sheer bliss), Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre Cnr Ashmore & Benowa Roads, Benowa. Phone (07) 5597 2500.

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