TRQ Autumn 2010

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Hi and welcome to another issue of TRQ. First of all, I’d like to take the opportunity to say a big thanks to all who read our inaugural issue and gave us such great feedback. We’re planning to make TRQ even bigger and better, so stay tuned!

In this issue, we meet a legend of the South Australian racing industry. Known better as ‘Squid’, Peter Kemp is a shining example of what makes country racing in SA so great.

We also hear again from top fashion designer Liza Emanuele about what to wear this autumn and take you around the tracks for a look at who’s who in our Social Scene.

And don’t miss your chance to win a weekend in a luxury Land Rover courtesy of Solitaire Automotive! Go to page 10 to enter.

Enjoy the read.

Anna Falkiner Marketing Manager, Thoroughbred Racing SA

6. Adelaide Cup Highlight of the South Australian racing calendar 8. Oakbank Easter Carnival 12. Clare Valley Easter racing 14. Summer Social Scene Around the tracks

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20. Liza Emanuele What to wear this season 22. Calendar of Events 2010 season 24. Peter ‘Squid’ Kemp Port Lincoln Identity 26. Did you know?

Test your racing knowledge with Sam Hayes

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big hi to all who enjoyed a bit of fun with their flicks at the Moonlight Cinema series…

The Thoroughbred Racing SA crew had a great time running the “Moonlight Cinema Cup” with help from Cosi from SAFM. We gave away heaps

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Nowhere Boy* CTC My Sister’s Keeper M Coraline* PG Public Enemies* MA15+

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All About Steve PG The Blues Brothers* M Top Gun* PG The Ugly Truth MA15+ Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince M (500) Days of Summer M

Inglourious Basterds* MA15+ Coco Avant Chanel PG The Young Victoria PG District 9 MA15+ Fame PG The Taking of Pelham 123 MA15+

The September Issue PG Surrogates M The Rocky Horror

of prizes including tickets to the Adelaide Cup and Oakbank Easter Carnival plus other goodies such as picnic blankets and torches. More than 3500 enjoyed our racing under the stars, and chances are we’ll be doing it all again next year - so look forward to seeing you then!

Botanic Park, enter cinema via gates on Plane Tree Drive.

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azy Sunday afternoon not your style? Well, mark Sunday the 2nd of May in your diaries – it’s the Unley Telstra Shop Super Sunday, and it’s the richest single day of racing on the South Australian racing calendar.

You’ve got the prestige of no less than two Group 1 races - the pinnacle of racing in Australia including the Betfair.com South Australian Derby and The Distinctive Homes Goodwood Handicap, so the racing at Allan Scott Park Morphettville will be simply superb.

There are plenty of great hospitality and entertainment packages so check them out and make sure you don’t miss what promises to be an unforgettable day at the races.

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ace tracks around the State are currently resounding to the thundering of hooves of horses competing in the first ever Provincial Super Series.

There are 14 heats being held from February through to April at provincial race tracks such

as Port Lincoln, Balaklava and Mount Gambier where horses will compete for $10,000 in prizemoney and the chance to race in the final. The $100,000 Provincial Super Series Final will be held on Super Sunday at Allan Scott Park Morphettville on May 2nd where the best will battle it out.

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Adelaide Cup T hey don’t make it a public holiday for no reason; The Adelaide Cup is the highlight of the racing calendar in South Australia. Attracting crowds from around the country, Allan Scott Park is the place to be come March 8.

Amongst the sea of fascinators and feathers you will find a mix of people of all ages who flock to Allan Scott Park to enjoy a glamorous day of racing, fashion, food and entertainment.

If getting above the maddening crowd is more your style, then check out the various packages available in the fantastic Panasonic Pavillion where you can wine, dine and recline to your heart’s content.

And the racing’s top notch as well - with the $400,000 Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup drawing a top quality field of horses.

Enjoy the day off work with a glass of bubbly and rub shoulders with the who’s who of Adelaide.

There’s nothing like IMPROVING YOUR ODDS.

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how to get there The easiest way to get to and from Allan Scott Park is via the Adelaide Metro Tram service, which has a stop located just outside the entrance to the park. Alternatively you may choose to let the limousine driver do all the work whilst you sit back and enjoy champagne with your friends.

Morphettville is located half way between the city and the seaside suburb of Glenelg. Why not jump on the tram and stay in the city where you keep the party going at the Adelaide Casino. Or perhaps unwind at the beach with an ocean view room at Glenelg.

Fitzy, Claire and Jules Thinking of getting a group together? How about joining Fitzy, Jules and Claire at The NOVA Stables, located on the lawns right on the finishing straight. DJs Track Team and Loot & Plunder will keep things moving while you enjoy food and drink, the thrill of the races as well as a variety of themed games and activities.

Packages start at just $90 for SAJC members and $110 for non members.

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Oakbank

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ince 1876 Oakbank has continued to deliver two fantastic days of racing, fashion, entertainment and fun for all ages over the Easter Long weekend.

The picnic style race meet attracts crowds of over 70,000, making it the biggest of its kind in the world. The racing carnival is split over two days, Easter Saturday (3 April) and Easter

Monday (5 April) with the Monday race meet continually setting new attendance records.

Why not pack a picnic, secure a position trackside, unfold the rug and enjoy some of the finest racing that South Australia has to offer. If that is not your thing, frock up, dress to impress and rub shoulders with some of Adelaide’s A-List whilst sipping on an Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc and sampling some of the finest foods the region has to offer.

There’s nothing like a BLANKET FINISH.

OAKBANK CARNIVAL March 13th, April 3rd & 5th oakbankracingclub.com.au

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Make it a truly indulgent experience and spend the long weekend nestled amongst the picturesque Adelaide Hills at one of the Adelaide Hills Country Cottages. With five cottages available this is the ideal way to unwind after a day at the races, let the batteries re-charge in the two person spa and get ready to do it all again on the Monday. www.ahcc.com.au

What else to do Looking for something to do on the Sunday? Why not grab a few friends and explore some of the local wineries the area has to offer. What better way to send a lazy Sunday afternoon than sipping on a hearty Shiraz or two at Yalumba winery. www.yalumba.com

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how to get there The small hill community of Oakbank can is best accessed via the South Eastern Freeway, turning left at the Hahndorf exit and following the signs. Don’t want to drive? Transit Busses are available and offer an express service form their Franklin Street depot in city, dropping you off conveniently and safely amongst all of the action in Oakbank, with a return trip planned at the conclusion of the day’s racing.

For more information, call: Transitplus on (08) 8339 7544 or email: info@transitplus.com.au

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Clare Valley

Easter Racing C rowds at Oakbank too much? Then the Clare Valley is where you will want to be on Easter Saturday for the Clare Valley Easter Races.

Standing trackside, sipping an ice cold beer or crisp Riesling at the Clare Valley Racecourse is an ideal place to soak up the last rays of summer sun.

Traditionally a small country race meet the Clare Valley Easter Races is quickly becoming a major event on the racing calendar, drawing large crowds from all over the region and the state.

The Clare Valley Easter Races are an ideal place to take the family, with children’s

entertainment, food and drink available, to TAB and bookmaking facilities for those racing enthusiasts who like a punt. The atmosphere is electric as you stand trackside and feel the thunderous roar of the horses race past echoed only by the sound of a cheering crowd.

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how to get there Heading North along Main North Road, just outside of Gawler, is the easiest way to get to the Clare Valley. Once in Clare the racecourse in located north, just outside the town ship, and is only a short drive with ample parking available when you get there.

Being a world renowned wine region the Clare Valley has a wide variety of accommodation options available to race goers.

To get the full country experience why not stay in a country farmhouse style cottage? Not your thing? How about the Clare Country Club? Visit www.countryclubs.com.au/clare/ for more information about accommodation in the Clare Valley.

What else to do The Clare Valley offers a wide range of activities for those who wish to explore the region further. Why not have a hit of golf at the picturesque Clare Golf Club and enjoy the abundance of wildlife as you tee off surrounded by natural beauty and sweeping views of the valley.

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utumn is upon us and while for some it means a slow wind-down from the summer party months, the local racing season is only just winding up with some of the highlights of 2010 racing calendar set for the coming months.

From the vibrant, colourful atmosphere of the 2010 Adelaide Cup to the traditional family fun of the largest picnic race meeting in the world at Oakbank – autumn provides a prime opportunity to enjoy some of the best events SA racing has to offer.

But with the change of seasons comes a change of weather – so what’s the best way to get ‘glammed’ up for the conditions while remaining super sleek and stylish?

“ Mixing stripes and florals together will add some interest to your outfit.”

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Renowned local designer Liza Emanuele says the races are all about looking classy and stylish – while dressing appropriately and having some fun with your look.

“Autumn really is transseasonal, it’s generally neither hot nor cold – giving racegoers the opportunity to have some fun with their outfits,” Liza said.

“There is nothing worse than seeing a girl not dressed appropriately for the conditions and as such being overdressed or underdressed.

“For race wear, dresses are still the go but cardigans are the perfect addition to those summer dresses through to

autumn – especially for the cold morning starts at Oakbank.”

While summer saw a dominance of oranges and corals, Liza says blue will be the hit for autumn – with numerous tones on offer to suit various tastes and skin colourings.

“Blue hues will dominate autumn fashion, from navy to royal blue – which we haven’t seen since the 80s,” she said.

“Print wise – I’m a fan of clashing prints, it makes things a bit exciting.

“Mixing stripes and florals together will add some interest to your outfit.”

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When it comes to accessories, Liza recommends keeping it simple and choosing accessories based on the race meeting at hand.

“Fascinators and headpieces are best saved for more formal events like the Adelaide Cup while hats are a good addition to any race day outfit – just ensure that the hat is a comfortable one to wear,” Liza said.

“Unless it is a burning hot day, closed-toe shoes are a must for autumn racing events – they look classy and are practical for the conditions.”

For more fashion tips from Liza visit www.theracessa.com.au

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2010 events march

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Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup

Kimba Cup

Streaky Bay Cup

South Australian Jockey Club | Mon 8th Mar 2010

Port Lincoln Racing Club | Sun 21st Mar 2010

Streaky Bay Racing Club | Sat 27th Mar 2010

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April

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Oakbank

Clare Easter Races

Oakbank Racing Club | Sat 3rd Apr and Mon 5th Apr 2010

Clare Racing Club | Sat 3rd Apr 2010

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Penong Cup Penong Racing Club | Sun 4th Apr 2010

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Penola Cup

Scott Group of Companies Millicent Cup

Unley Telstra Shop Super Sunday

Penola Racing Club | Sun 4th Apr 2010

Mount Gambier Racing Club | Sat 1st May 2010

South Australian Jockey Club | Sun 2nd May 2010

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Scott Group of Companies Mount Gambier Cup

McLaren Vale Tasting at the Track

Hawker Cup

Quorn Cup

Mount Gambier Racing Club | Fri 21st May 2010

Strathalbyn Racing Club | Sun 23rd May 2010

Hawker Racing Club | Sat 29th May 2010

Quorn Racing Club | Sat 12th June 2010

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Port Augusta Cup Port Augusta Racing Club | Sun 11th Jul 2010

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Roxby Downs Cup Roxby Downs Cup and District Racing Club | Sat 14th Aug 2010

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Irish Race Day

Balaklava Cup

South Australian Jockey Club | Sun 21st Aug 2010

Balaklava Racing Club | Wed 1st Sep 2010

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Gawler Cup Gawler and Barossa Jockey Club | Sun 12th Sep 2010

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Jamestown Cup

Murray Bridge Gold Cup

Jamestown Racing Club | Sun 3rd Oct 2010

Murray Bridge Racing Club | Wed 13th Oct 2010

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(Caulfield Cup)

(Cox Plate)

(VRC Derby Day)

South Australian Jockey Club | Sat16th Oct 2010

South Australian Jockey Club | Sat 23rd Oct 2010

South Australian Jockey Club | Sat 30th Oct 2010

Spring Carnival in Adelaide

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Spring Carnival in Adelaide

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(Melbourne Cup Day) South Australian Jockey Club | Tue 2nd Nov 2010

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Clare Cup Clare Valley Racing Club | Sun 28th Nov 2010

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Kalangadoo Cup

Langhorne Creek Vignerons’ Day

Penola Racing Club | Sun 14th Nov 2010

Strathalbyn Racing Club | Sun 21st Nov 2010

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Mount Gambier Twilight Races

T&R Cup

Mount Gambier Racing Club | Fri 3rd Dec 2010

Murray Bridge Racing Club | Sun 5th Dec 2010

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Bordertown Cup

Christmas Twilight Adelaide

Boxing Day Family Races

South Australian Jockey Club | Fri 17th Dec 2010

South Australian Jockey Club | Sun 26th Dec 2010

Spring Carnival in Adelaide South Australian Jockey Club | Thu 4th Nov 2010

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Bordertown Racing Club | Sun 12th Dec 2010

Oakbank Twilight Oakbank Racing Club | Fri 10th Dec 2010

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trange, that a man who’s life seems centred on horse racing should be universally known as ‘Squid’.

Port Lincoln identity Peter Kemp has been in love with horses and racing since his childhood, but nicknames stick and he’ll forever be linked to his early days selling seafood.

Peter, who was named Thoroughbred Racing SA’s 2009 Volunteer of the Year, has been Chairman of his beloved Port Lincoln Racing Club for a record 18 years straight.

“I put my hand up for the job for one year, and I’ve been doing it ever since,” Peter laughed.

From 1978 to 81, Peter was a licensed trainer and his first starter was a winner; Ben Dan running at Port Lincoln.

He’s owned a few fair gallopers in his time as well, including Permafrost which was named SARCC Horse of the Year in 2000.

“I have always simply had a love of the sport,” Squid said.

“I think that 98% of the people involved in racing are wonderful, and it seems to be the same wherever you go. People who enjoy the racing, and have a bit of a drink and a bet. You’ve always got something in common.”

“It’s a very, very good club and we’re lucky in Port Lincoln to have such a wonderful course.

Now aged 73, Squid has decided to step down as Chairman at Port Lincoln at the end of the 2010 racing season.

“I’ve seen no better facilities at any country track in Australia.

It’s second to none - beautiful.”

“I think I’ve done my bit and I am getting a little bit long in the tooth,” he said.

Peter’s deep connection to horse racing isn’t just about administration.

But he’s only leaving the committee room. He’ll never leave the sport.

His father own horses and he preceded Squid on to the committee at Port Lincoln.

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I heard that horses sometimes carry weights in races – how does this work and how much weight do they carry?

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With better training and breeding, are horses getting quicker?

If you take a look back at the record books, it will suggest that horses have been gradually getting faster over time. With all the technology and research available to breeders and trainers today, there is a theory that horses have now evolved to a point where they cannot physically get any faster. I suppose time will tell!

All horses are allocated a weight before each race. The weighting system in Australia generally falls under two categories; Handicaps and Weight For Age. Handicap racing is when the better-credentialed horses have to carry more weight than the lesser performed ones, and is designed to give every horse an equal chance of winning. Weight For Age racing is where horses carry a certain weight according to their age and sex. Most of the time the jockeys will be lighter than the horse’s allocated weight which means they must make up the difference by carrying a lead bag in their saddles. Jockeys must ‘weigh in’ with the stewards before and after each race to ensure they are carrying the correct weight.

In Sydney and Brisbane where the track goes clockwise (as opposed to Melbourne and Adelaide where they run anti clockwise), can a horse run as well in either of those circumstances? if so do they need extra time for training and preparation?

This all depends on the individual. Generally speaking, if a horse is used to running anti-clockwise and they switch to clockwise, they will need

some extra training and practice to perform at their best. Some training facilities, such as Lindsay Park, have tracks that teach horses to run in both directions from an early age.

Why do horses train early in the morning?

Horses have always been trained early in the morning for several reasons. We race seven days a week in Australia, which means the work needs to be done before the race meetings commence. Other factors such as use of public facilities and the heat are reasons for trainers and their staff starting as early as 4am.

Are stallions, mares or geldings better racers?

The beauty about racing is that there is no certainty. Past champions such as Makybe Diva (mare), Lonhro (stallion) and Takeover Target (gelding) have proven this. Normally geldings are the easiest horses to train and will have more longevity on the track because they haven’t got their minds on other things!