JOURNAL

Official Publication of the Greyhound Racing Authority of Qld

Registered by Australia Post OCTOBER 2004 Volume 176 Publication No. QBP 3978 $2 will win this

Louise Rafter of the charity Cherish The Children Foundation catches up with the raffle pup. pup

A QUEENSLAND bred greyhound pup will be raffled in a bid to raise money for two charities. Innisfail breeder Graham Anderson has donated a six month old Banker Hud-La Belle Gazelle bitch pup for the raffle. Some 70 percent of proceeds from the raffle will go to the Pat Rafter Cherish The Children Foundation, and the other 30 percent to open a youth suicide foundation in Innisfail. Cost of the tickets will be $2 and they can be bought at all the clubs throughout Queensland and at the GRA office. Anderson said it was planned to draw the raffle at Ipswich on Gold Cup final night (Oct 26). The pup is currently being reared at Coominya Lodge. Banker Hud is the imported US dog standing with Tony and Jane Apap at Gatton, while Anderson’s own bitch La Belle Gazelle was a brilliant galloper who held the Cairns sprint track record. She was from an exceptional litter. This is her second litter and the first has broken in with great reports. Anderson can be contacted on (07) 40632404 or tickets can be purchased by sending a cheque or money order to PO Box 726, Innisfail, Qld 4860.

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Available nowThe (October, from 2004) Journal your local Pagestockists 1 JOURNAL GRA is concerned with Review recommendations

Chair: Phil Bennett Members: Kerry Watson THE Greyhound Racing Authority is Chris Williams concerned with many of the David Stitt recommendations made by the Racing Industry Integrity Review Commission. MANAGEMENT It would appear the Commissioners GRA Chair General Manager Darren Beavis have not adequately understood the realities [email protected] of the Queensland racing industry and Chairman of Stewards Danny Ryan failed to give proper consideration to a [email protected] number of the issues raised in the Phil Bennett Investigations Daryl Kays submissions the Authority made on behalf [email protected] of the greyhound industry. Grading Panel Eddie Little, It is clear the proposed structures Ken Hutchinson recommended by the Commission are [email protected] against the spirit and the intention of the Registrar Liz Murray Racing Act 2002. stewards seems to have been a major plank As a result, the Queensland industry is [email protected] They propose statutory authorities be in the argument for the merger of the three proving to be a low cost provider of racing, Finance controller Abhendra Kumar established which will continue the direct code’s integrity functions. It made ensuring there are adequate returns to [email protected] government involvement in the control of favourable mention of the training available participants. HEAD OFFICE racing in Queensland. in the thoroughbred code in NSW and However, the returns could be better if Albion Park Raceway, This is considered to be a retrograde Victoria. there was a fair distribution of the income Amy Street, Breakfast Creek step and will not allow for the growth of the At the board meeting of Greyhounds that the code derives. (Office Hours Admin 8.30am to racing industry. The industry will continue Australasia held recently, the The Board is pursuing and will continue 4.30pm Monday-Friday. to be bound by the financial constraints that representatives of NSW and Victoria to pursue with Queensland Race Product Scratchings 7.30am) bind the current Boards and restrict the expressed extreme disappointment with the Company Ltd an arrangement whereby the POSTAL ADDRESS commercial operation of the racing performance of Race Training Australia, greyhound industry receives a fair and PO Box 250, Albion, Q, 4010 industry. the body which is to perform this training, equitable return given the income it derives TELEPHONE The issue of the merger of the as it had secured considerable Government for the Queensland racing industry. (07) 3262 7800 (Office) greyhound racing and harness racing funding to undertake training on a national The recommendation the Greyhound (07) 3262 7809 (Fax) control bodies was considered by the level, but it had failed to deliver and the and Harness Racing control bodies divest (07) 3862 4437 (Fax noms) participants in the industry last year during training provided or to be provided was the Albion Park Raceway is a difficult 1800 851155 (Phone Noms, the consultation process regarding the solely for the thoroughbred code. decision to understand. In our second Mon-Fri 7am-8.30am) appropriate corporate entity to control There is also mention of a National submission to the Commission we Recorded Field Info 1900 95 7003 greyhound racing in Queensland. approach being taken to Racing. addressed this issue in some detail. Faxed Field Info 1902 26 1004 The participants, both in their written This national approach is code specific The whole issue of the ownership E-mail address: [email protected] submissions and in the forums held to and does not in any way involve an entire Albion Park was completely outside the Web address: www.graq.org.au discuss this issue, were vehemently national racing industry approach. terms of reference and there was no opposed to such a merger. It would be safe to say the current the apparent need for the issue to be raised in Editor and Advertising To introduce the thoroughbred code relations between the three codes the Commission report. DAVID BRASCH into this equation would further inflame the nationwide are at a low ebb given the It is considered that should the PO Box 537, Everton Park, participants who would see this proposal as growth in the popularity of greyhound ownership vest in the two Clubs that Brisbane, Qld, 4053. resulting in a complete loss of greyhound racing Australia-wide to the detriment of operate at Albion Park, given the relatively Ph: (07) 3355 6019 racing focus and result in a decline in the share of TAB turnover in the other two small membership of the clubs, there is the Fax: (07) 3355 6029 greyhound racing in this State. codes and the desire of certain real concern control of the venue could be E-mail: [email protected] It would be difficult to effectively thoroughbred code participants to set up a wrested from the racing interests that introduce such a proposal given the current pay television network to the exclusion of currently control the clubs to persons more Advertising Rates buoyant state of the Queensland greyhound the two other codes and to country racing. interested in the property development Full Page $583 industry. Since the privatisation of the TABQ potential. Half Page $302.50 It is interesting to note the (UNiTAB), the greyhound industry in This would not be in the best interests Quarter Page $170.50 Commissioners found there was no Queensland has been forced to consolidate, of either the greyhound or harness racing One-Eighth Page $99 evidence of there being any integrity closing four tracks during that period. This, industries. Classifieds $22/$44 concerns under the present model that it to some extent, has been forced upon us as It is interesting to note the (All prices are GST inclusive) considered worthy of comment. a result of the terms of the Product and Commissioners have based the model they All casual adverts must be The matter of providing training for Program Agreement. have recommended on that in Western paid for in advance. Australian. Advertisers Note: Notification of If they had looked at the greyhound cessation of advertising: The GRA industry in that State they would have found requires one month prior notice, in the racetrack ownership and management is writing, if you wish to cease regular Just Genes A.B. Services vested in the control body. advertising in the GRA’s Board The ability to freeze canine semen enables long term storage It does therefore not fit well with their Journal. This is to be sent direct to the conclusion when they embrace the model, Authority at PO Box 250, Albion, and offers many benefits to breeders. but fail to recognise the ownership of the 4010. Failure to provide this will result racing assets is important to the efficient in the advertiser being sent an account  Preservation of genetic lines. and effective running of the industry in that for advertisements which appear in all  Selective breeding programs. State. subsequent Journals.  Permits use of dogs that have developed poor breeding habits. The Authority believes the model  Import/export of proven genetic material. recommended to the Government in  Insurance. September 2003 is a suitable one for the  Control of inherited disease. continued operation of greyhound racing in THE GRA advises that fees may this State and meets the requirements of the now be paid by EFTPOS, Bankcard, Just Genes AB Services staff have more than 25 years experience in artificial Racing Act 2002. Visa and Mastercard. If you decide breeding and specialize in the freezing of semen collected from your dogs. It is not considered there is any to pay by Bankcard, Visa or We have the facilities to store frozen semen at competitive prices. worthwhile reason why the Albion Park Mastercard, you may do so by Raceway should be divested by the body For further information feel free to contact us. telephoning the Authority on representing the industry. 34 Sixth Avenue, Windsor QLD 4030 (07) 32627800. Ph/Fax: 07 3857 1431 E-mail: [email protected]

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 2 Board, club back several Ipswich projects Trivia

THE Board has committed a considerable amount for a number of General Manager improvements at the Ipswich track. Quiz Projects include the installation of surveillance cameras in the kennel block, single level kennels and a new tractor. Test your knowledge of The Board had already provided funds Darren Beavis greyhound racing in The to help purchase the new semaphore board which has been receiving rave reviews from Journal's Trivia Quiz ... owners and trainers and the punting public. Cost of this for the Board was in the and region of $90,000 to these projects. The club matched this figure for these general industry. improvements. win a CLAIMING races?????? In the case of a horse being claimed, the MUCH has been said in recent weeks Is the greyhound racing industry in horse is automatically swabbed. The horse regarding the tenure of the Cairns club Queensland ready for claiming races? does not have to win to be claimed. Vetsearch following the Cairns Jockey Club’s decision These events have proved very Any prizemoney earned in that event to seek expressions of interest to sell the successful in the harness industry in remains with the original owner. racecourse. attracting new owners looking for a horse What do you all think? Products Seven of these organisations who ready to race. expressed interest were asked to submit They have been the backbone of racing formal tenders which expired on September in the US for many decades. Pack 14. The idea of their introduction to The Jockey Club was then expected to greyhound racing in this state was Time for spend 90 days analysing the tenders and mentioned to me recently and I would be Answer the quiz below, send your then make a decision on the sale of the very interested in finding out the industry’s entries to: Vetsearch Quiz, c/o GRA racecourse. views. a Laugh Journal, PO Box 537, Everton Pk, A formal decision is not expected until Under harness racing rules, claiming A man from Goondiwindi breezes into Qld, 4053 and the first correct entry late January. races are run thus: Albion Park with a seven-year-old opened will win the Vetsearch Once a decision has been made, the A price range is set for the event e.g. greyhound that had never raced before. The Products. GRA will seek a meeting with the Cairns $2000 to $4000 which is open to any class dog won easily and paid a whopping price. Greyhound and Jockey Clubs as to the of horse. Once the field is drawn any horse The stewards did not like the look of the 1 2003 Ipswich Gold future of racing in the city. is eligible to be claimed regardless should thing and questioned the owner. “Is this Cup winner It has been indicated to me that a switch the horse be scratched prior to the event. greyhound unsound?” they asked. “Not a 2 Date of 2004 Melbourne to another venue, if that is the final A claim for a horse must be lodged with bit,” said the owner. Cup final outcome, would not occur for at least 18 to the relevant club in either a bank cheque or “In that case,” asked the stewards, “why 3 Dam of stud dog Collision 24 months. cash. have you never raced him before?” 4 Steve Scott's Dapto Maiden The GRA will make every effort to In the event of two or more claims for “Mister,” said the man from Classic winner ensure greyhound racing in Cairns the one horse being lodged, a ballot is Goondiwindi, “he was so fast, we couldn’t 5 Townsville racecaller continues and any new tenure is financially undertaken by the chief steward at the even catch the thing until he was six years 6 Sire J's Jon Henry viable and sustainable for the club and the meeting at the conclusion of the event. old.” 7 The A Team's latest stud addition 8 Owner 2004 Lismore Cup winner Beata Tzouvelis and 9 Runner-up 2004 Gateway 2003 Ipswich Gold Cup to the Top winner Freedom Bale. 2004 GROUP 2 10 Sire of Darcy's Reward Answers will be printed in the October edition with the winner of the Vetsearch Pack. Entries must be IPSWICH GOLD CUP received by September 16. Vetsearch Customer Service PROUDLY SPONSORED BY IPSWICH CITY COUNCIL 1800 242100 September Answers 1 Rerun $20,000 TO THE WINNER 2 Tina Womann 3 Jubilee Kennels OF THE FINAL 4 12 5 Gozo Farmer HEATS 520m 6 Lindale Blue TUESDAY OCTOBER 19 7 Ron Ball FINAL 520m 8 Wotan Angel TUESDAY OCTOBER 26 9 Reggemite 10 34.57 Final night will also feature Cup Consolation, Best 8 431m, Winner: Karen Deoberitz Best 8 630m all with $2000 to the winner.

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 3 Andy's Chief Steward loss Danny Ryan a

tragedy successful test period.

THE last financial year has seen a drop A GOOD story out of the Lismore Cup in the number of samples taken from meeting. THE recent loss by Andy Rich of two greyhounds competing in Queensland. An extremely well known Queensland greyhounds in Toowoomba was a tragedy. Previous financial year figures showed trainer produced a maiden that won in Andy reported the two greyhounds about 2200 samples taken for 41 positive impressive style. deceased. An autopsy by Toowoomba vet swabs. The trainer’s assistant was catching the Larry Jocumsen showed the greyhounds This financial year passed we took bitch. had been “baited”. about 1971 samples resulting in 19 positive After the greyhound had won by about LADY Unfortunately this cowardly act is swabs being detected. 10 lengths and the ensuing jumble up in the carried out on all types of animals and is The drop in samples containing catching pen, the assistant was sure the rare in Greyhound Racing. The matter has prohibited substances is encouraging. bitch was brindle. TRAINER been reported to Toowoomba Council, When all other catchers caught a RSPCA and the Police, hopefully the I HAD the pleasure of attending the greyhound, the assistant assumed that Has vacancies for maniac will be found. Lismore Cup meeting and what a great someone had caught the wrong greyhound, night they had. as the only greyhound left was a black performed or maiden THE change to previewing of An excellent crowd in attendance with bitch. dogs - reasonable rates. greyhounds recently introduced by stewards some classy greyhounds contesting most She caught that one on the assumption has met with a popular response. races. the trainer would claim it on return from the While I personally do not agree with It is history that Queensland trainer Reg pen, he did, it was their greyhound she had Ph Glenda Dart what is now in place that is only my opinion Kay took the Lismore Cup with Fools State caught. and the majority rules. who gave no others a chance after holding Her explanation! (02) 66725314 The change will shortly be introduced at the lead from the rails box and fighting on The greyhound had gone so fast she non-TAB tracks as well following the 0402 869366 strongly for an impressive victory. hadn’t seen it. 2004 Group 3 Carlton Draught Shootout

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Then we will give you odds of 9/1 about winning the 2004 Group 3 Carlton Draught Shootout Only 4 runners - $5,000 entry fee THURSDAY NOVEMBER 11, 2004 WINNER TAKES ALL - $50,000

2004 GROUP 3 CARLTON DRAUGHT SHOOTOUT SANDOWN PARK - NOV 11 515 metres - $50,000 winner takes all

The Sandown Greyhound Racing Club seeks nominations for the $50,000 ‘winner-takes-all’ CARLTON DRAUGHT SHOOTOUT, to be run over 515m on Thursday November 11, 2004. The final field will include a maximum of four greyhounds, with provision for two reserves.

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY please contact the Sandown office on 03-9546-9511 or [email protected]

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 4 SANDOWN GREYHOUND RACING CLUB

presents the

Group 1 SCHWEPPES MELBOURNE CUP

(Special Event) - 515m

The richest greyhound series in the world with over $500,000 prizemoney on offer.

The richest greyhound race in Australia.

$140,000 to the Winner $40,000 Second $20,000 Third

Schweppes Melbourne Cup Prelude Dates Series 3 Oct 7 - Series 4 Oct 21 - Series 5 Nov 11

Heats - Thursday November 18, 2004 $10,000 to the winner, 2nd $3000, 3rd $1500 Final - Thursday November 25, 2004

Nominations through GRV only on (03) 8329 1111 (or 1800 138 507 for country calls) or on-line at www.grv.org.au

(FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY please contact the Sandown office on 03-9546-9511.)

Trainers nominating greyhounds that have not previously competed in Victoria are required to complete the GRV Nomination Form (including C3 Booster Notification). GRV requests that interstate nomination forms are received 48 hours prior to the official close of nominations.

Sandown Greyhound Racing Club PH (03) 9546 9511 Email: [email protected] Sandown Greyhound Racing Club reserves the right to alter or amend conditions and prizemoney

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 5 Cartoon Corner ... by Stan Wolek 2004 Bundy Challenge BUNDABERG is gearing up for the 2004 Challenge day on October 30. It is the second year the Bundaberg Challenge has been held originally stemming from a topic prompted by a UK visitor to Australian greyhound racing through the Internet site Global Greyhounds. The support for last year’s meeting was overwhelming with visitors on the day coming from throughout NSW and Queensland and even South Australia, and one from London. It attracted the largest crowd at Bundaberg track for some time and the race day organisers, Bob Grove and Steve Martin are looking for support to promote and sponsor the day. They are offering Gold, Silver or Bronze packages for sponsors, and associate sponsorships. A number of sponsorships have already been received, including free services from Helen and Michael Keegan at Charmer's Lodge to Royal Assassin, Most Awesome, Addis Boy, Saintly Crew and Hotshow Sam. Winning Edge Kibble chief Scott Arnold has donated product as prizes for the day. Jim Osborn has donated free services to Elite State and Fools Heart. for a 720m event being programed Greyhound racing has been a part of Bundaberg since 1929, but officially started at its present home in October 1977. 'Hi mate. Is this the greyhound and trotting track?' Inquiries can be made through Grove at (email) raiderkennels@optusnet,com.au or to Martin at (07) 41510900 or at (email) A woman went to a psychiatrist and said she was in great distress over her husband. [email protected]. “He thinks he’s a greyhound and even behaves like one,” said the woman. “It’s terrible!” “How long has this been going on?” asks the doctor. “Six, maybe eight months.” she replied. “Your husband will require a great deal of treatment and it will be very expensive,” said the doctor. “I don’t care about the expense,” said the wife. “But it will cost many thousands of dollars, can you afford this?” asked the doctor. “Of course we can,” said the woman. “He’s already won three races this year at Albion Park.” Registrar Free Progesterone Test - No pups, full refund TOKEN PRINCE $3300 Liz Murray (Malawi's Prince-True Temptation) ELITE STATE $2750 (Just The Best-Spark Again) Rocky MODERN ASSASSIN $990 (Awesome Assassin-Magic Gairn) BRIGHT EBONY $880 'We SYNDICATE/CONFEDERACY may train greyhounds owned by the (Elle's Commando-Bright Banner) idge A Syndicate or Confederacy is where 2 Syndicate/Confederacy if he/she holds an CYRUS THE VIRUS $880 Care' R to 10 people own a greyhound. Owner/Trainer’s licence. (Black Shiraz-Mystery Bird) The members of the Syndicate/ Public Trainers may also train greyhounds SOLVE THE PUZZLE $880 Confederacy may appoint the Manager to act owned by a Syndicate/Confederacy. (Light Of Fire-Magic Riddle) as an agent. Members of a registered Syndicate/ FORTIFIED RUSH* $770 If an agent is nominated then only the Confederacy must hold an Attendant’s (Fortified Speed-Greys Arizona) Farm agent is required to sign forms relating to licence, Owner/Trainer’s licence or a Public KOBBLE CREEK $660 buying, selling of greyhounds, registration of Trainer’s licence to handle greyhounds (Gun Law Osti-Trojan Tears) SAM CAUCHI litters and other matters relating to owned by the Syndicate/Confederacy at any TRENDY LEIGH $660 Jones Rd, Calga, NSW greyhounds owned by that Syndicate/ race meeting or trial. (Gun Law Osti-Sobbing Sal) PH (02) 43751145 Confederacy. PRIZEMONEY FOOL'S HEART $660 Fax: (02) 43751129 (Just The Best-Heart Spark) Mob: 0418 428786 The Manager of a Syndicate/Confederacy Prizemoney is paid by EFT (electronic funds transfer) on Monday for the previous weeks racing. Prizemoney is paid to the Trainer (on Track Open from 8am in Winter behalf of the Owner) unless the Owner Rearing Tues, Thurs, Saty specifically requests in writing that prize & Sunday money be paid to him/her. To ensure that prizemoney is paid to the right person the Authority must be advised if there is a change of owner and/or trainer Spelling within 24 hours of the greyhound being transferred to somebody else’s care. COMPLETION OF FORMS Please ensure that all forms are completed in block letters and black ink and signed. Breaking-in BREEDING Breeding - Highlighting some of the Call requirements if you intend to breed. An Authority to breed must be lodged with Rick Fall the GRA if you are not the Owner of the bitch that you are going to breed with. Our track Bitches must be DNA tested before being served. Whelping notices must be returned with Any inspection of remarkably 14 days of whelp. Encounterour complex is welcome Proof of vaccination between the ages of similar to 8-12 weeks with a minimum C3 must be Kennels(phone for appointment) & . Breaking-inTrack Distances provided before a litter will be registered for Albion litters’ whelped on/after 1 July 2004. 300m and 520m. Sand Surface. Litter Registrations must be returned within 3 months of whelp - marked up, ear (07) 54264338 or 0427 264338 New rearing yards 200m long Park branded and the application completed.

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 6 Two legends of the greyhound industry in Qld ... Sid Norris Wally has and Wally Pinnington. proved his “The first time we raced in Mackay there were 14 bookies fielding and you couldn’t get into the ring to have a bet some nights,” he said. worth as one He laments the fact few young people are getting into the industry as trainers. “I do all my own muscle work on the dogs, and I taught myself how to train. I would walk for miles when I was younger, but I use a of our great walking machine now and the trialling track is not far.” He still drives himself everywhere but rarely handles his own dogs these days. He trainers has only a couple of dogs in work including Heavy Head and Bianca Burns. His wife Mavis died recently and he admits it’s not the same without her. “She loved greyhounds, did all the feeds By DAVID BRASCH for me, and it’s pretty hard now that I’m on FOR someone who admits he has been my own.” self taught in the art of greyhound training, He had an eye knocked out 70 years ago, Mackay-based 84-year-old Wally Pinnington had a stroke 10 years ago and has had four has made a pretty good fist of the sport. heart bypasses and a pacemaker put in. Right from the moment he started training It hasn’t stopped him attending every race greyhounds, back in Tasmania, he has proven meeting and trials night at Mackay. his skill. The best dog he has seen is Black Top, “I had a 275 acre dairy farm in Tasmania, and he regrets not having won the Mackay and worked at the local mill as well,” said the partnership with 25 seconds and 20 thirds. “I’ve always trained out of a house block Cup after all these years of success in the Wally. “My introduction into greyhound “Merv flew us down to the Gabba and on in Mackay, but we have a vacant block beside town. racing was through a guy who gave me a bitch a wet night we backed Mate’s Revenge from it and we adjoin the river.” It’s not something Wally Pinnington in pup. 14-1 to 6-1 and he was beaten a nose. He’s He says his secret to training is he does should dwell on. He is one of the great trainers “I’d been to the dogs a few times. It was one of the best dogs I’ve trained.” not overwork his dogs. Queensland has seen. about the 1950s.” And Wally has trained a few. That bitch produced eight pups, of which “I was getting a lot of dogs up from Wally kept four. Victoria from Graham Ingamells,” he said. “I won a race at Devonport with one of “One of them was Gamma’s Girl who is the litter and got seven pound prizemoney,” probably the best dog I’ve trained. She won said Wally. “I was working at the mill for two 36 races and was placed 35 times.” pound eight shillings at the time.” Renzo Park Wally keeps detailed records of most of Wally took to the business of training his stars of days gone by. greyhounds easily. The White Imp won 24 and was placed “The most I had was five at any one time 25 times, Saffron Silk won 20 races and ran (Formerly known as Simpson's Spelling Kennels) when I was in Tassie, but they were not top 24 placings, and My Cheetah won 21 races grade dogs, except for Wal’s Special, a son and was placed 27 times. of Black Top, who was very fast early. He has fond memories of Black Cobber, “He made top grade and won a lot of races the winner of 27 races, and Clover Mora who Spelling - Rearing - Pre-training in Hobart.” won 22. Wally also finished second in a Hobart “Helidon Flyer was a very good bitch,” Thousand. “It was worth 2500 pound to the said Wally. “She won 23 races including the Offering you and your valuable greyhounds a winner and I got 700 pound for running Ayr Cup and won unbeaten in six starts over second.” the 600m at Ayr.” LIFETIME OF EXPERIENCE Wally and wife Mavis had two children, He admits to having trained “thousands Robert and Beverley. In 1969 Robert came of winners” in his 34 years in Mackay. in the industry! home from the Vietnam War and decided to travel Australia. Wally and Mavis went too. “We sold everything and moved,” he said. Greyhound Beverley by this time was married and living in St George in Queensland. “We travelled up the coast, working as we went, and finally got to Cairns. We had Racing picked grapes in Mildura and for a couple of years I would head back there for the season.” He and Mavis decided to settle in Mackay. Some of the trainers who have trusted us They loved the climate. News-Pack with their dogs over the years ... John and “For four years I didn’t have a greyhound Don't forget to log on to the Glenda Dart, John Reimer, Hec & Leah until I got talking to Merv Crouch who ran Watt, Geoff & Robyn Watt, Dennis Reid the local produce store,” said Wally. GRA's web site at “Merv got a dog called Mate’s Revenge All dogs fed only on beef and cow's milk. up from Melbourne. No one up here knew I www.graq.org.au All dogs given A-one attention. knew anything about dogs. We backed him and get a host of greyhound from 8-1 to 6-4. Excellent facilities available for spelling dogs. “A dog fought him off the track at the first racing stories every week turn, but he got going again and got up in a written by The Journal's Editor For Bookings and Inquiries photo finish. Merv said the result was never David Brasch. Keep up to date Peter and Helen Simpson in doubt.” with the happening news of In all, Mate’s Revenge won 32 races for 35 Northfields Rd, Stratheden, NSW (Halfway between Kyogle and Casino) your sport. Ph/Fax (02) 66335115 Peter's Mobile 0438 792348

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 7 Tony Lockett and Steve Kavanagh with Group 1 winner Collision.

Light OfNew Fire Tears Awesome AssassinCentrefire

TranquilAcacia Flame Ablaze COLLISION Placid Dove Plugger's just Malawi Malawi’s Prince Rumble Spirit Duchess Marina

Follow ThroughBrother Fox trying to earn Wave To Mouse

a few bob Ireland, was its flagbearer. Tony put Rumble Spirit to Awesome Assassin and got a flyer. “He equalled the Wenty Park track record, won a Group 1 race there but no-one, bar me and Jason Thompson, By really knew how good he was,” said DAVID BRASCH Lockett. “We never saw the best of him.” TWENTY years ago as a 14-year-old, it’s in your blood it’s there Collision damaged a stopper bone Tony Lockett would hang around the car forever,” he said. and has been retired to stud. Lockett is park at Ballarat dog track touting for But Tony was born and bred to be a his studmaster out in the NSW rural business as a catcher. greyhound man. He just happened to be before Lockett got his first dog. retreat of Bowral. “I’d earn a few bob each night and it able to kick a football as well. By this time he was heavily involved “We’ve put him up at a reasonable was great,” he said. “My uncle and aunt, Dudley and in turning his footy career into legendary fee ($1100) and have great confidence in Fast forward to 2004 and he’s still Lorna Bromley, lived right next door to status. him,” said Lockett. trying to earn a few bob from the old Broadway Park dog track at “Midnight Magic,” said Lockett. “He’s a good package for everyone. greyhounds. Ballarat,” Lockett told The Journal. “That was my first dog. He was by It’s a line that throws dogs and bitches In the meantime he’s become an “The dog track might be gone now, Chariot Supreme and a brother to Hot and it does throw on. There’s plenty of Aussie Rules legend playing 281 senior Norths footy club is there, but my uncle Spell. He won a couple of races.” substance there.” games over 18 seasons and kicking a and aunt still live in the same house. Other winners followed, but footy He has been more than pleased with record 1360 goals. “It’s where I got interested in dogs.” took up more and more time. the immediate response to the dog, “Greyhound racing is like golf, once It wasn’t much longer after that “My first good dog was Wild Scene serving eight bitch in August and having who won a heap of races around a near full booking in September. Victorian country tracks.” “I’ve got a sister to him called Wave There have been plenty since. To Kate who was almost as good,” said But in Tony’s own words, few better Lockett. “I’ll put her to either Brett Lee than Collision, the son of Awesome or Just The Best, but that’s yet to be Assassin-Rumble Spirit who was a decided.” Group winner and shares the Lockett also owns Elusive Rebel who Wentworth Park 520m track record with has left a sensational litter to Brett Lee Some Secret. which includes Hallucinate, Crash, “About 15 years ago I met Steve Where’s Pedro and Carnage who has Kavanagh and it was one of the luckiest already been retired to Lockett’s stud. days of my life in greyhounds,” he said. Tony is planning a repeat mating. “Steve’s like a second father to me. Rumble Spirit has been to Brett Lee He’s done it all in greyhound racing, and she has left Collide, Ace Hi Rumble, here and even overseas.” Follow On etc. It was Tony’s “second father” who The footballing great reckons he’s gave him a half share in Rumble Spirit been a bit lucky when it comes to the (Malawi’s Prince-Follow Through) the greyhound industry. “But I’ve had my former handy Albion Park performer fair share of slow ones as well,” he said. but from a damline that was already “I find the old saying of the harder working its way into legendary status you work the luckier you get is so true.” itself. And Tony is working pretty hard at Smooth Rumble, now a top sire in being a successful studmaster. PARK RIDGE Greyhound Complex a friendly and caring environment Š 12 acre property close to Brisbane Š Pups handled with loving care Lot 35 Smith Rd, Š Pups kennelled and led at early age Park Ridge Š Pups pre-trained prior to break-in Phone Š Spacious and shaded runs (07) 32000172 Š Balanced diet using top quality fresh food Mobile Š Programmed worming and flea treatment Š 3 acre galloping paddock and dam Mike 0411 326605 Š 320 metre training track or Rachel 0401 085657 Š Bull pen www.parkridgegreyhoundcomplex.com

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 8 Kelly, Mac and Steve Scott Steve with Farmor Aims. GBOTA News finds In the August edition of the Journal QGBOTA items were reported as being sent to the GRA for discussion at their next Board meeting. Farmor To date the GRA had not confirmed when the next Board meeting would be held, however the General Manager Darren Beavis thoughtfully addressed our concerns by way of correspondence. Shown below are the responses: success (1) As discussed at a previous meeting with representatives of the QGBOTA the Board approved to trial the preferred box draw proposal at Capalaba only on selected events. Due to a number of issues that need to be resolved for the implementation of this trial this in concept has been delayed. Once these issues have been finalised I will advise the industry and your organisation on a suitable start date. (2) A licensee cannot be either suspended or disqualified prior to the outcome of a Board or Stewards Inquiry. Dapto The only exemption is in the case of a person not attending a schedule Board/Stewards Inquiry and is disqualified until such time as he or she appears at the rescheduled Inquiry. In the event of the person being either disqualified or suspended as an outcome of an Classic Inquiry he or she will have to make written application to the Board in seeking to have greyhounds owned by them transferred. (3) I can advise that the proposed review of the Albion Park Raceway is yet to start and has been delayed pending the outcome of the Industry Integrity Review. By CredibilityWorth Doing Correspondence to this effect has been forwarded to both Presidents of the Brisbane Club and Albion Park Harness Club. (A copy of the letter sent to the General Manager, DAVID BRASCH Just The Best No Liability Brisbane Club was enclosed for information) STEVE Scott almost gave up ... and Flying AmyAmerigo Man (4) The position of GAP Co-ordinator has been advertised in the August Journal and also FARMOR AIMS would have done himself out of a Group Tenthill Flyer appears on the GRA’s website. Applications for the position closed in August. (A copy of the 3 victory and $15,000 in prizemoney. position description was enclosed for information) Daleys Gold Scott is the youthful Withcott trainer Balligari* (5) This item has also been discussed at a previous meeting with the Board indicating they whose brilliant youngster Farmor Aims Who’s A BearingWestmead Move were not in approval of paying prizemoney to greyhounds that finish unplaced excepting (Just The Best-Who’s A Bearing) led Acacia Ablaze fourth placed greyhounds. throughout to win the Dapto Leagues Golden Bearing A large percentage of the additional TAB distribution received by the Authority has been Club Maiden Classic. Rising Ghost allocated to prizemoney increases with the recent increase as of February this year to the end But along the way Steve went within of June 2004 of $300,000. The Board has approved to continue this level of prize money for a whisker of selling the winner, and then the full 12 months of this financial year at additional cost of $420,000. almost didn’t go back for the series until Rob Gaunt a stroke of luck hit. ability, Steve and his partner Kelly (Acting Secretary) “We bought six of the litter from headed off to Dapto twice to trial them. breeder Mark Luxton when they were “They went good the first time, but about four weeks old,” said Steve. went worse the second and I was not Steve had five of them reared around going to go back for the heats,” said home, but his parents Wayne and Sheree Steve. took the pup that would eventually be “But while we were at Dapto, Kelly COLLISION Farmor Aims back to Mackay to be and I had a night out at the Dapto reared there. Leagues Club and I won $2000 on the Black Dog, Aug '01, 32.6kg. “Then we put them all through the pokies. Ipswich Auction, primarily to be eligible “It gave us the money to keep coming Awesome Assassin-Rumble Spirit for the race, but during the auction we back for the series and luckily for us thought we would sell most of them,” because look how it has all worked out.” ‰ Wentworth Park Record-Holder ‰ The three fastest times at said Steve. Scott admits his other finalist Farmor 29.73 clocked in winning the Wentworth Park since “But they were bringing about $400 Style two-out is the better of the two 2003 Group 1 Vic Peters December 2000 have all been under what we wanted for them. greyhounds, but Farmor Aims is the Memorial Classic (5.34, 13.80, run by COLLISION!!! “But there was no way Mum was better race dog at this stage. run home 15.93) going to part with her dog (Farmor “Dapto and the people at the club, Aims). and in the town in general were fantastic ‰ COLLISION - the dog who “She told us, if we planned to sell to us,” said Steve. ‰ Won his Semi of the Vic Peters could do it at both ends!!! him, she would buy the dog and take him “And I’d specially like to thank Glen in 29.76 (5.38, 13.80, run home home to Mackay as her own.” and Robyn Goodwin who helped us right 15.96) Introductory Stud Fee With the litter broken in and showing through the series.” $1100 (incl GST) ‰ Won his maiden at Wenty by Bookings 14.5 lengths in 29.83 (5.40, 13.84, run home 15.99) 0428 141414 White Rose Boarding Kennels Bowral, NSW Walloon, Ipswich Vacancies available now for . . . 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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 9 Good call Joe

TWO decades ago Joe Dwyer went to the Townsville Showgrounds to see a cricketer. He’s stayed and become the ENGLISH tourists Ivan and Georgina Singleton just had to stop in at Cairns greyhound racecaller at the dog track on their recent Aussie holiday. track. He’s been there for the Ozzy Joe was racing and they had their lucky charm with them. past four years. On the morning the Dorset couple left home, their best mate Joe came over “It was 22 years ago,” said Joe, 36. “My favourite cricketer and gave them a purple dragon which he had named Joey. Rod Marsh was here and I came It was to be “his spirit” which would be with them throughout their holiday. out to see him.” So when the couple arrived in Cairns and headed out to the dog track for a The greyhound racing bug soon caught JOE DWYER night out, they were surprised that Ozzy Joe was a runner that night ... and of hold of Joe. course won. “I got involved with Mick Campbell and my hand,” he said. “The reason we bet on Ozzy Joe was purely because of Joe’s spirit coming eventually got a couple of dogs,” he said. Joe called for the next two years at Ayr along on our trip,” said Ivan. The coincidences don’t stop there. Their mate One of those was Travelling Bing (Gallant and eventually got the job at Townsville and Joe, way back in England, has a number 7 tattooed on his arm. Ozzy Joe ran World-Indiana) which won 17 races. has been there since, taking over from Tony from box seven that night ... and won. “I’ve still got the dog,” said Joe. “He’s Parsons who now does the commentary for The Singletons came to Australia for their daughter’s wedding to local lad nine now.” Cowboys league games in town. His racecalling career started four years A storeman at Woolworths, Joe has no Andrew Johnson on Dunk Island. Johnson is a mate of Dunk Island greyhound ago when he went to Ayr greyhound meeting. dogs racing these days but reckons Idol Eyes trainer Mathew Tennant. Tennant also had a runner on the same night in Black “I never missed a meeting at Ayr, but one is the best he has seen and has a soft spot for Pearl Jam which also won. The things English tourists will do! day the club had no racecaller and I put up recent Townsville champ Hannalore.

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Still Australia's highest J's Jon Henry stakes earner Fawn Dog, August 1998, 33kg. Greys Statesman-J's Judawn by EJ's Douglas with $530,995. 67 starts, 37 wins, 10 2nds, 5 3rds Raced every week from Feb 2000 to March 2001 All at Tri State (Top 5 US track) Rapid Raced in AA (Free For All) class from his 6th start.

Sire: GREYS STATESMAN (Winner 1992 St Pete Distance Classic, Journey 2nd 1993 Wonderland Derby, finalist 1993 Woodlands Derby). Sire of K's FlakOnie Jones champion Talentedmrripley (captain All American team twice, Champion US Greys StatesmanMontague Memory sprinter and stayer). No 4 on 2004 US Sires Standings, No 5 in 2003. Won: Melbourne Cup, Golden Dutch Bahama Easter Egg, Topgun, Perth Cup, Representation J'S JON HENRY Adelaide Cup, National Sprint. Dam: J'S JUDAWN Dam also of J's Jim Dandy (Tri State AA winner), Lear Jet Sire of champion TRICKY J's Tildey (Flagler, Hollywood Stakes performer). Sister to X's Cody (Tri State Hey Vern CREEK (Group 1 Brisbane Cup twice), EJ's Douglas TOLL SECURITY (Vic Peters, Dapto track record). J's Judawn Abigail Girl Auction, 2nd Topgun), THUNDER 2nd Dam: X'S SANDRA (Winner 1992 Flagler International Classic, CREEK (Topgun finalist), VI'S 1992 Flagler Marathon). X's SandraPat C Tara MAGIC (2nd Paws of Thunder), SOME 5th Dam: MISS OAKLEY (No 12 on 1984 US Broodbitch standings, X's Okla Oak JOE (Auck trk rec), LUCKY No 5 in Distance bitch standings) MONTANA (3rd SA St Leger), COULTA SANDY etc. Fees Australian breeders should note: Greys Statesman has a number of outstanding US gallopers out of bitches with an Australian influence. These include Greys Rapid Journey $1400 Cross Road (through Black Aztec/Ungwilla Lad/Benjamin John), Seegold Big Red (through Best Of Blue/Nation Parade), Greener J's Jon Henry $660 Grass (through Black Aztec). Greys Statesman has also worked well with The Fortress/I'm Slippy/Laurdella Fun and Westmead damline Contact John or Jane Carruthers (i.e. Balligari) to produce Oneco Milkytea (Palm Beach star) and Oneco Burntoast (won 23 races at Southland). (02) 47775216 or EJ's Douglas has already worked with Australian damlines to produce RENZO BALE (won Bendigo Cup, 3rd Adelaide Cup) 0408 022641 and AQUIN BALE (won Lizrene Classic, 3rd NSW St Leger).

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 10 GARY Taylor needed a bit of a pick- Handler Bob Giltinan me-up a few years ago after an operation with Yo Yo String for cancer on a leg. after winning the So Gary, a greyhound man since the Sprint star great state final of the mid-70s, headed off to the Ipswich National Sprint. Auction to buy himself a pup. He came up with a National Sprint finalist in Yo Yo String (Yo Yo’s Boy- Junction beat). pick-me-up “I looked through the catalogue, picked her out because I always liked the Credibility sireline and the damline read up pretty well, and contacted Merv Page to go and have a look at the litter,” said for Gary Gary. It was 2002, and Gary picked out the white and fawn bitch. He bought her at the auction for $1100. National Sprint Qld Final “It was more than I had put aside to (520m) Albion Park buy her,” said Gary. But he went the 1 YO YO STRING extra $100 and bought the then seven “We will breed with her (Yo Yo’s Boy-Junction Beat) month old pup. Merv finished rearing one day, probably to Brett Owner: Kyammy Synd her. Lee or the best stud dog we Trainer: Mick Zammit “I got her broken in at Springwood can get into.” 2 and she got a 10 out of 10 when I picked SOLID SKYE Gary Taylor has been in her up.” (Solid Ebony-Hanson Skye) the industry since the mid- Gary’s work stops him from training 3 WHERE’S INDY 70s. now, so he looked around and decided (Awesome McLaren-By Design) His first winner was Mick Zammit was exactly the trainer he Others: 4 Art Mann, 5 Tiger Strong, 6 Daily Walking at Lismore was looking for. Barnacle Bob, 7 Heza Good Bloke. which he trained himself. “He’s the best as far as I’m Time: 30.26. “I only ever kept one or two in concerned,” said Gary who races Yo Yo work,” he said. CredibilityWorth Doing String in the Kyammy Syndicate which “I made the Ipswich Cup final with a Yo Yo’s Boy No Liability includes his partner Jan McGilchrist. Yo Yo String has always been a good bitch called Tiffany Tana, and had Of Yo Yo String’s victory in the state smart galloper. no luck with a dog called Keep The Yo Yo CityWoodland Citizen final of the National Sprint, Gary admits YO YO STRING She had already made the Ipswich Keeper which won six of his 10 starts Yo Yo Lady his bitch is not the best sprinter in the Auction final but Gary and Mick knew when trained by Reg Crawford but state, “but she was the best on the she was facing a tough task to win broke a hock.” At The Junction*Slippys Quest night”. having gone into the series after just He has recently bought another pup, Junction Beat Elf Arrow “I don’t usually get excited when my overcoming a blood problem. Awesome Assassin-Meril Bale which is Shining Chariot dogs race, but I got really excited when “She’s a fantastic bitch with an now nine months old. Beat The Clock she won the state final,” he said. unreal temperament,” said Gary. It’s all happening for Gary. Lucky Blue Lady

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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 11 SHE will always be Monalee Champion remembered as the greyhound Leaders Champion* who won the “Ring Of Kerry Little Leader stayed in the boxes” race at Glass Lip* Ipswich in the early 80s, a race Ballygunner that was viewed worldwide. Bottleneck But Glass Memories was one Huberts Dawn of the stars of her time winning GLASS MEMORIES 31 of 59 starts. Kilbeg Kuda Journal Editor DAVID Carrowkeal Ref BRASCH sat down with her Clare Rye and Barry Hogan who took her to Rapid Ref that success. Arctic Sparkle GLASS MEMORIES With A Miss Oh! Those Memories

SHE had her first race start at 17 months seven to imported sire Glass Lip, Barry and but by the time she was 19 months old, Glass Clare decided they would buy a couple of the Memories was in Free For All class ... she pups ... for $300 each. was that good. “Clare always picks pups that look like The white and black bitch, whelped in their mother, and that’s how we picked Glass June 1980 was bred by Coral Ballingham. Memories, or Spot as we called her,” said Coral was trainer Sid Norris’ sister. Barry. “We had trained her mother Rapid Ref to Reared in their back yard at Redcliffe, the win a couple of races, one at Bundaberg,” said bitch was galloped at the Zammits straight Barry Hogan. track at Deception Bay. Jack Hicks broke her “She had ability. It took a while to get her in and said she had ability. papers. So we took her to the Zammits trial “We took her to Moree for her first start track at Deception Bay every Sunday when only because we had other runners in that day they ran the gymkhanas. and through she may as well have a start,” “Nothing could beat her there.” said Clare. “She finished second beaten a half So when Rapid Ref whelped a litter of length.” ammit's From that moment Glass Memories was “She had 24 starts over 732m at Ipswich,” Z a household name, a virtual superstar at said Clare. “For 16 wins and four seconds.” Rearing and Beenleigh and Ipswich. And there was that world famous race She had won 12 races by the time she which she won, even though Ring Of Kerry turned two, broke track records for 551m at beat her home. Spelling Farm Beenleigh and 732m at Ipswich, and finished The Jack Fitzgerald-trained Ring Of Kerry the closest of seconds to Call me Roscoe in stayed in the starting boxes and waited until the Queensland Cup at Beenleigh. the field had completed one lap of the track. She also won at the Gold Coast and Ring Of Kerry joined in and flashed past Lismore, finished third in a Costigan Cup at 'If you want your the field of stayers in the straight “as though Pups For Sale Beenleigh and made the Gabba final of the she had just joined in” ... which is exactly puppy to have Johnnie Walker Series. what had happened. “We had planned to take her to the Gabba Glass Memories retained the race and 40 acre property provides ... good nutrition, all the time after that final, but she got hit by Barry and Clare still watch the video of that plenty of a Helicopter in that Johnnie Walker final,” famous race that was viewed throughout the said Barry. world. * Spacious galloping paddocks galloping and Glass Memories was making a flying run Barry and Clare might be biased but they with dams and shade constant care, along the rails in that final, when a dog called reckon Glass Memories was an “out and out Helicopter cannoned into her and pushed her champion”. * Quality feeding and worming take advantage of into the infamous Gabba well inside the “She’s our champion,” said Barry. program years of running rail. “She was a crowd favourite at Ipswich and * Pups taught to lead at an “That finished her at the Gabba,” said could come from anywhere in her races. But experience within Barry. “She got that frightened of the place she wouldn’t leave the fence to go outside a early age and handled the industry and after that and we stayed away.” dog. regularly At Ipswich she was a natural. “Errol Stewart even asked us if he could give it the best take her to race in Melbourne * All pups kennelled before start in life on for us, but we declined that breaking in our farm' offer.” * Excellent facilities available When Glass Memories retired she whelped two litters, for whelping litters GEORGE one to Pretty Short, the other to Swagman. ZAMMIT “Most of them won a couple of races, but it wouldn’t have been more than three at the For any information, pedigrees, faxes, e-mails or photos most,” said Barry. “I have never believed Contact George Zammit (07) 54266209 Rapid Ref wins at Bundaberg.

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 12 John's not Looking ready to back at take it easy

one of HE admits he doesn’t fancy a life sitting in a rocking chair all day but John Kohn has never been one to sit down and take it easy. Qld's Kohn, 70, is the GRA’s North Queensland clubs representative, a position he has held for the past two years. stars “I live at Ayr and have been happy doing this job on a voluntary basis for the past two years,” he said. Board member Kerry Watson shares His expertise has been invaluable to a joke with John Kohn. both the clubs and the GRA. Clare and Barry in front “It keeps me out of a rocking chair,” course. of a memento of Glass said John. “Misty Jane was great winning 27 races Memories. Kohn has been going greyhound racing and Taylor’s Arms won 21,” he said. since 1977 when night racing started in “And if Onimous Lass was racing Townsville. today, with the level of prizemoney, she “I went for the night out and didn’t would be fantastic. As it was she earned know a thing about dogs,” he told The $30,000 for us.” stayers make broodbitches.” Since then the couple have always Journal. “I came home with a quarter Burgundy Street was the broodbitch Glass Memories lived until she was 14. managed to have a handy dog or two. share is one.” Racing as Miss Jan Sil, the that put John Kohn onto the map. She “We buried her in the back yard here at Yo Yo Kev won 10, and Perfect Shape is former Gabba winner, won five of 40 for produced the Group 1 winner Toban Leah Calvert, just outside Rosewood.” their flagbearer at the moment, the latter a her new part-owner. who raced for Dave Brett, but also gave Clare reckons the bitch’s best smart 600m Albion Park performer who is a “I then bought a pup from Maureen Kohn numerous winners in the north. performance was when she gave the leaders full sister to top class bitch Nova Belle. Culey in Brisbane and I suppose if she was An accountant during his working life, 25 lengths start in a 732m at Ipswich and was “She’s our broodbitch of the future,” said no good I wouldn’t be in the industry John was also instrumental in getting the written off by racecaller Paul Dolan as no Barry. today.” But she was. Racing as Sheer Ayr track going. chance, but got up to win by a half length. Maybe with Perfect Shape and her Music the bitch won eight of 21 in Brisbane “I enjoy the work I do with the clubs,” “She was so good to us,” said Clare. progeny there will be plenty more memories and then headed to North Queensland and he said. “It is an interest for me today. “She helped build our home,” said Barry. to come for Barry and Clare. was a top performer. That led to others of “And I enjoy greyhound racing.”

Red Fawn, April 2000, 34kg Excite Blue Dog, Aug 2000, 40 81 starts, 25 wins, 13 2nds, Flying starts, 18 wins, 15 12 3rds. $60,000 in stakes. placings. Over $300,000 in stakes. Scott Ability Fee $660 (incl GST) Swab Fee $600 Swab essential, WON essential, full refund if no pups full refund if no pups 2002 Group 1 Melbourne Cup (Sandown) (in 29.77 beating Elgrando, Mint Mojo, November Fury, Cape Reality, Lindale Blue, At Albion Park won 9, including 30.07, 35.03, 35.06. Waterview Star, Ryder Bale) At Wenty Pk won Heat Paws Of Thunder, beating Robust Character 2003 Group 3 The Temlee (The Meadows) in 30.16 (Best 30.11) (in 30.14 beating Knockabout Wok, Lindale Blue, Jimmy Neutron, Twain, Elgrando, At Sandown won 3, including two Melbourne Cup Preludes in 29.76, Modern Assassin, Waterview Star) 30.03 2002 Warragul St Leger At Meadows won in 30.11 Best, in stewards trial first look at track ran (beating Primo Uno, Brumby Lad) 29.88 equalling track record (officially recorded) 2002 Damsels Dash (Sandown) Won heat of Ipswich Cup in 30.58 (Track Record) SECOND 2002 Group 1 Topgun (Sandown) Finalist 2 Brisbane Cups, Lismore Cup, Sale Cup 2003 Group 1 Adelaide Cup (Angle Pk) 2nd Sandown Shootout beaten half head by Bombastic Shiraz 2003 Group 2 Warrnambool Classic Won Wintersun Cup Tweed 38.06 FINALIST Invited 2002 and 2003 Rookie Rebel Classic at Meadows over 600m. 2003 Group 3 Cranbourne Cup (4th) At Albion Pk and Sandown consisently ran last section of 520m in 2003 Group 1 Australian Cup (Meadows) record or near record time. Trialed publically Albion Park 520m in 29.94 and ran last section in Sire: BEARABILITY record 12.30 to 12.40. Sire of Excite Ability, Zaability (multiple trk recs), Star Witch (Group 1 Hobart Best Times: Ipswich 520m 30.58 track record, Meadows 29.88 (track record in trial), Thousand), Bitability Bale (Tweed Galaxy), Bear Creek (Group 2 Geelong Cup, Albion Park 520m 30.07, 600m 35.03, 710m 42.34, Sandown 515m 29.76., 2nd Geelong Cup), Wagamama (Dapto trk rec), Silent Ability (Tamworth trk rec). Wentworth Park 520m 30.16, 720m 42.84, Grafton 407m 22.77, Tweed Heads 652m 38.06, Beenleigh 555m 32.94, Gold Coast 650m 37.29, Sale 630m 36.65. Ran best Dam: RERUN of the night in 12 of his 25 wins. Dam also of: AUDREY ELAINE (3rd Group 3 2001 Warragul Cup, 3rd Group 3 3rd Gateway To The Top AlbPk, 3rd Group 3 Easter Chase WP. 2002 Warragul Cup, finalist Group 2 Henry Harrison Cup, Sandown Provincial Cup, Group 3 Horsham Cup) Dam: HIGHLAND BRIDE (Alb Pk winner) Listed by National Greyhound BRANDY CREEK RAM (2nd Group 3 Interstate Chall Richmond, finalist Group Form in Top 25 producers in Australia with 2 litters in 2002-03. 3 Cran Cup, Alb Pk winner) Also dam of: PRIMROSE BRIDE (2002 Group 3 NSW Country C’ship; JAPANESE COWBOY (The Meadows winner) Winged Runner Trophy Alb Pk. winner Alb Pk, Mead, WP, Sand). Contact: DEAN TURLEY at “Plentiwood” Ph/Fax (02) 6664 1250 or 0427 041238 Email: [email protected]

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 13 ENGLISH betting exchange Betfair gives punters the right to play bookmaker. They let you lay horses/dogs to lose while In the Battle for Punting Millions opposing punters try to relieve you of money by backing that horse/dog to win. Betfair takes 2% to 5% from the winner only, while TAB’s in Australia take 12% to 14% from all win and place type bets. For punters it’s an advantage, a revolution if you like, of a scale like nothing else before. So what’s the fuss? The huge problem is that those betting on horses/dogs to lose could be the trainer, Is Everyone jockey, owner, stablehand or all of the above, who then go about making sure the animal does lose. The integrity and very essence of racing is therefore jeopardised. The Australian Government, in these days of free trade, has refused to act and the States Playing FAIR? and Territories haven’t powers to outlaw betting exchanges. And with the union of Betfair and Kerry Packer’s PBL, most gamblers would wager it is only a matter of time before a State or and decisions aren’t based on crowds and long Territory legalises Betfair in Australia. term affects but on the highest turnover. Reality is, Betfair is operating on The Australian Racing Board, made up Australian racing and sports now, through the of principal clubs in each state, originally was Internet, and many participate. By Chris willing to have Betfair, just one of the growing And corrupt acts could be happening right band of betting exchanges, legalised and now. obtain a product fee, but now want it In fact, Racing Victoria and NSW outlawed. authorities have requested the account details It sees a danger in Betfair, but can it see of licensed persons though Betfair itself isn’t the advantages of betting exchanges? licensed. Bassani The main advantage is not relying solely Betfair says it wants to be licensed in on TABs’ generosity to finance racing. Australia, it wants to be scrutinised, it wants Race clubs may receive less money from to pay race clubs a product fee, millions of TABs if betting exchanges are legalised, but they could get much more money in total dollars a year, to be accepted. and only bickering of clubs slowed progress want to protect their monopoly and that’s which translates into more prizemoney among As in England, Betfair is willing to trace in Queensland, though in world standards good business and fair enough. other things. any transaction and phone account of suspect Queensland still can claim success. Now it’s the job of race clubs to look after Race clubs shouldn’t want a percentage people. They even submit what they believe Then the TABs privatised and floated on jobs, entertainment, prestige and so on. For of profits from betting exchanges but should is a dodgy transaction to racing authorities. the share market. them to do that, they needed to belt out sound demand a total amount that is negotiated, Now one must say that Betfair’s self Race clubs are now paid a product fee to product fee deals with TABs. possibly annually. interest is paramount. It’s a company trying provide racing and the TABs major focus In southern states they did, in Queensland But what about integrity? to make a quid not to improve racing and changed from what is best for the industry to they didn’t. that’s fair enough. what is best for shareholders. That is why country racing and decisions Well, for me, this is what should happen. So what about TAB interests? It’s not in the interest of TABs to send on jobs, and the future of all racing codes are Firstly, anyone who opens a Betfair/ When TABs were run by State racing to the wall, but they no longer rely being discussed. betting exchange account must sign an Governments, a holistic approach was taken. totally on racing either. But even NSW and Victorian contracts agreement giving racing authorities Make money yes, but also build an Sports betting, casinos, poker machines will expire and race clubs may not get such a capablility to trace there transactions at industry, jobs, entertainment, prestige, are other forms of moneymakers and profits lucrative deal with the TAB next time. anytime. lifestyle and tradition, it was politically rarely from these, if at all, come back to Racing has one golden egg, the TAB, and Any experienced punter can watch Betfair advantageous as voters watched. racing, depending on what State you race clubs can be dictated too. transactions on the Internet and smell a rat. Working with race clubs, this union investigate. 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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 14 Betting Exchanges What’s Really Going On in the UK Reprinted from THE VIRTUAL FORMGUIDE made where before the account has not been Understanding, but we have dealt more with dealing with exchanges have been presented used or has been used for backing only or Betfair than the others. Not only are they and discussed to Government in Britain and For the past 20 months, British betting has been used for ten pound each way type helpful to the Jockey Club, but they also have at international forums and conferences. exchange Betfair has been operating on volumes. by far and away the largest share of the "The Jockey Club has also shared its Australian races without any apparent That account has been used before to market. findings with representatives from overseas incidence of malpractice. lay bets on horses that lose with similar "Further to the agreement last June with authorities on both a formal and informal In spite of this, its campaign to become connections eg same jockey, same stable, the exchanges, a Memorandum of basis. properly licensed in Australia has been met same owner. Understanding was also signed with the "Previously we were not able to access with derision from local racing authorities. The Jockey Club is most concerned about Association of British Bookmakers (ABB) in such information as that which is now They have most often cited “integrity issues” licensed racing people profiting from horses January 2004. The flow of betting related provided by the Memorandums of caused by exchange punters being able to lay losing. To that end they have passed rules information from bookmakers has not Understanding with betting exchanges. horses as a telling reason why exchanges preventing owners, jockeys and trainers matched that of Betfair, however, it is a major "In conjunction with access to telephone should not be licensed here. laying horses as well as making stable step forward for the Jockey Club in following records of licensed individuals this has made The comments on integrity issues by TAB information available for financial gain. audit trails of money made from betting. a significant difference to how our executives can perhaps be forgiven as part of “When The Jockey Club think people are Previously, such information from off-course investigations are conducted.” a smokescreen put up by competitors wanting corrupt but they have no bookmakers was not available to the Security Notable by omission is any reference to to keep Betfair out of their market. proof, we’ve Department.” Australian inquiries, with Maxse implying However industry leaders owe a greater been able to tell 'Betting exchanges are anSo it is clear that far there might have been Australians in the room duty of care to properly research the question. them which from being at an international conference, but he couldn’t They are relied upon to provide advice to phone number important part of the betting dragged be sure they were listening. government when it comes to moulding the has been kicking and Maxse said “as far as betting exchanges public response to issues involving racing, so used, which industry and are here to stay' screaming by in Britain are concerned, it is clear to the it is important their pronouncements are bank the UK racing Jockey Club they are an important part of the accurate. accounts funds authorities to betting industry and furthermore they are here In the case of Betfair, the statements have come from and so on”, said provide to stay. This has been confirmed by the emanating from racing industry leaders and O’Reilly. information, Government’s recommendation for the echoed by state government ministers are so And all the evidence is that the tactics are Betfair are actually the leaders in forthcoming Gambling Bill. misleading one wonders where they are paying off. encouraging all wagering operators to do so. "In view of that we consider it is in getting their information from. According to O’Reilly, the incidence of This is precisely what they have offered racing’s best interests we work with the Instead of alarmist fears, born of irreular betting patterns reported to The Australian authorities, who have gone out of exchanges to ensure all relevant information supposition and conjecture, an examination Jockey Club has declined by two-thirds in their way to portray the Betfair offer as some is shared with the regulatory body, therefore of how The Jockey Club is working with recent months. kind of cheap stunt. enabling the Jockey Club to investigate any exchanges to eliminate corruption in British Australian racing authorities have It would be different if Australian racing allegations of malpractice as thoroughly as racing will demonstrate how they can be used attempted to portray the Memorandum of had taken the time to examine the policing possible.” to increase rather than decrease racing’s Understanding, under which wagering techniques which Betfair’s unique initiative In the face of such overwhelming integrity. operators share information with The Jockey has provided to British racing and found them evidence of Betfair’s willingness to pro- The Jockey Club runs racing in the UK Club as an ineffective document, created wanting in an Australian context. However, actively provide information on possible and regards racing integrity as central to its largely as some sort of PR exercise. it appears they haven’t even asked, perhaps corruption to racing authorities and an almost responsibilities. Maxse disagrees, saying “it would be fair fearful they won’t like the answer. wilful refusal to properly acquaint themselves In response to concerns in the UK about to say Betfair were the driving force among Asked specifically if The Jockey Club has with what is going on in the UK, Australian the possibility of exchanges facilitating the exchanges with regard to the been asked by Australian racing authorities racing authorities have a credibility problem corruption in British racing, Betfair establishment of the Memorandum of (in any state) for information on the usefulness of their own when they trot out their negotiated a Memorandum of Understanding Understanding. of its MOU with Betfair and aspects of its “exchanges cause corruption” argument. with the Jockey Club last year. According to "The three leading exchange firms have practical implementation, Maxse replied:- Australian racing followers deserve better David O’Reilly, Betfair’s in-house Legal all signed the Memorandum of “The Jockey Club’s experiences of from their administrators. Counsel, for the MOU to be effective, Betfair first had to gain agreement from its clients that information about their identity and the bets they were making could be provided to third parties such as the Jockey Club. Greyhound Complex Having gained that consent, Betfair set about proactively providing information about suspicious betting activity to The Heathcote, Victoria Jockey Club. John Maxse, Jockey Club Public Relations Director, said: “Betfair volunteer $457,000 betting pattern information, often before a Virtual tour can be viewed at www.connallys.com.au race if they can. They have also brought suspicious accounts and transactions to our CONNALLY'S REAL ESTATE attention without any prompting by us.” 81 HIGH STREET, HEATHCOTE He went on to say “since the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on June (03) 54 33 3200 or 0419 316 200 16, 2003, they are able to provide account details where races have either caused the Extensive greyhound complex on 6 acres plus Jockey Club concern or circumstances With a 3 bedroom hardiplank home with well suggest the account itself is suspicious. maintained landscaped gardens. Details include names, addresses and other Greyhound complex comprizes: data. They also provide account transaction * Lock-up machinery shed * 8 racing kennel complex histories, if asked to do so.” * 7 kennel racing block * 1 isolation kennel O’Reilly explained the kind of activity * 6 pup yards * 4 security yards * 4 x 40m runs which sets off alarm bells at Betfair:- * 6 x 100m runs * 2 x 100m sprint lanes A horse being laid for substantial * bull ring with 6 viewing boxes amounts, where there is no history of that * 390m straight track horse being laid before. * large dam with pump servicing all areas An account that suddenly “springs to * 6 large rain water tanks life” ie lay bets in the thousands are being Must be viewed to be appreciated

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 15 A RECENT win in Best 8 company at Kelowna Prince, Kim’s Monaro, Johnny’s Albion Park has capped some excellent recent Monaro, Bjorn, Nifty Monaro, Shane’s form for former Victorian greyhound Twin Spotlight on Monaro, Bayside Lee, Haylewie Miss, Silent Cam Annie. Beach, Gemini Todd, Shantony and William Trained by Jim Gallaway for the Blue Todd. Chip Syndicate, this May 2001 bitch by Breeding Twin Cam Annie’s 21st dam was a bitch Prince Of Tigers-Plunky’s Girl, has won 14 called Valetta, whelped around the late 1880s. races from 49 starts. At Albion Park she has Some publications give Valetta as being been successful six times in 23 starts with 10 by Capri*-Maid Of Oborne* while others seconds and a third with a best time of 30.25. David Brasch have her by James Martel-Hallelujah Miss. Sire Possibly Hallelujah Miss was Capri*- Her sire Prince Of Tigers (Malawi’s Maid Of Oborne*. Prince-Amazing Osti) was a fine sprinter who Maid Of Oborne* (whelped in 1880) was won the 1997 National Sprint Championship 46 starts and was a finalist in the Maturity of Maturity Classic finalist Indoor Fire and a daughter of Misterton (1879 Waterloo Cup) at Angle Park representing Western Australia. Classic, Warragul Cup and Bendigo Puppy High Density (mother of Berbick (2002 Les and Coomassie, the tiny English coursing He also won the WA Derby and Mandurah Classic. Wallace Memorial Wta) and Another Bottle sensation who won the Waterloo Cup in 1877 Derby that year and ran a track record at Delatite Boy ended up standing at stud in (TR Wangaratta 403m). and 1878. Cannington over 530m (30.52). the United States. Lucky Weasel was also a sister to some Maternal Grandsire Although never considered a roaring Lucky Weasel’s litter to Pure Talent decent broodbitches including Brindle At The dam of these greyhounds, Plunky’s success at stud, Prince Of Tigers still managed produced Fallen Angel who held the Albury Last, granddam of handy Brisbane sprinters Girl, was sired by the outstanding sprinter to sire 10 feature winners and four track 384m track record and won the 1996 Jack’s Judge and Golden Hermes. Head Honcho. record holders. Victorian Puppy C’ship (coursing). Twin Cam Annie’s fifth dam Virginia He is also the maternal grand-sire of His best have been Rob’s Spot, Mariska, Damline Opal was the mother of Fast Affair, the dam Rubicon, Ultimate Rebel, Brandeen, Sorcerer, My Boy Speedy, Speedy Premier, Lucky Weasel (Lucky Daniel*-Miss of the top-grade sprinter Star Affair (1987 Brookside Bear, Hotshow Lil, Jimmy Hand, Greenlea Supreme, Kingston Tiger, Swift Bungairn) was a handy shortcourser, winning Traralgon Cup, TR Sandown 511m). Katella Bale, Rare Aussie, Star Witch, Dance Speedy, Tiger Fox, Tiger On Fire, All High, nine at Wangaratta and two at Shepparton. Star Affair was the mother of Star Chariot Portrait, Glossy, Jimmy Neutron, Proven Cougar Russan, Splinter, Tasman Prince, She was a sister to Indoor Boy (1992 who won the 1992 Henry Harrison Easter Cup Adonis, Totally Serious, Pecajoma, Runaway Shrek, Inspector Rex, Kennett, Humble Legerwood Puppy Classic Wta, 1993 (Spk) and was a finalist in the Australian Cup. Sally and Smack Wallop. Hayley and Hammel. Warragul Cup), Indoor Girl (1995 Bert He also sired feature winners in both Australia The sire of the second dam, Lucky Weasel Littermates Bryant Memorial Spk, 1995 Henry Harrison (Welder Jack) and the United States (Jimbo was Lucky Daniel*, a well-bred import who Plunky’s Girl (Head Honcho-Lucky Easter Cup Spk, 1994 Vic Breeders Mdn Spk) Okie, Jimbo Scotty and Jimbo’s Chelsie). doesn’t appear in many pedigrees these days Weasel) was a full sister to the city winners and Indoor Lad (1994 Olympic Park Sprint Virginia Opal’s dam Shirley Opal but left another top producing daughter in Hanson Jim, Hasty Lad and Delatite Boy, a C’ship). produced Beverley Opal, mother of Time Speedy Chimes, dam of many city winners smart Melbourne sprinter who won 21 of his Indoor Girl subsequently became the dam Bonus (1981 Horsham Easter Cup) and Our including classy sprinter/stayer Greek Grinner Girl Sonia, dam of Tasmanian GOTY White and top grade Sydney sprinter Star Lad. Gigolo. Another daughter of Fast Affair was Nicks Winning Fashion, third dam of Rylee’s Prince Of Tigers appears to have been ‘CHEAP AS CHIPS’ Rumour and Tranquil Touch. compatible with Head Honcho bitches. Further back in the damline is an Probably the best litter bred along these PUPS FOR SALE influential broodbitch, Opal Jet (Twin Cam lines was the one out of Riverslea Rose which Annie’s eighth dam). included Tiger On Fire (2000 Sale Puppy She was the mother of feature winners Classic and a 29.88 win at Sandown), Kennett BITABILITY BALE-GLEAMING SARAH Opal Gold and West Opal and can also be (a 29.89 Sandown winner), the city winners whelped 9-6-04 found behind many other top greyhounds such Final Conflict and Flower Park and the good as Malawi’s Prince, Legs Ahoy, Strand Belle, Gleaming Sarah (Golden Currency-Miss Gleam) won 9 races including 4 at broodbitch Pamela Lee (dam of Clockwork Mystic Hope, Spread Eagled, Speedy Mick, and Leefire Rose). Wentworth Pk. She won BON 30.53(old track) and BON 42.92 there. Her litter included Royal Rumpus, Bob’s One, Status Supreme, Prince Of Tigers also sired 2003 Sandown 4 city winners. She hails from famous True Shadow damline of SA, which has produced Lady Lilly, Mathew’s World and Tom’s Two. Vic Breeders Maiden winner Kingston Tiger champion bitch True To Do. Miss Gleam also produced track record holders Firestick Opal Jet (Rocket Jet-Magenta) was a sister out of Kingston Jewel, a Head Honcho bitch. Fella and Affirmed, and numerous city winners Gleaming Jill, Red Rock West, Unique to the outstanding galloper Cantee and a half Other Head Honcho bitches to throw city Gleam, Pride of Fire, also Princess Honcho dam of Aruba Assassin, Awesome Partner. sister to Makino, dam of the famous winners to Prince Of Tigers are Mia Blaze, This is Gleaming Sarah’s 3rd litter. Her 1st produced Albion and Angle Pk winners, her broodbitch Secretly (1965 Dapto Silver Twisting Tess, Sweet Emily Rose and Decliro 2nd is about to race. Collar) who can be found behind many of Park. Australia’s best performers of the last 30 years Head Honcho’s full brother Fitzroy 4 dogs, 5 bitches Magnificent leggy types including Pretty Short, Little Blade, Dusty Express also clicked with Prince Of Tigers (07) 54264105 Rapid, Dusty Trail, Secret Academy, via his daughter Pure Angel, dam of top grade $1200 each Angle Park sprinter Humble Hayley. In addition, Prince Of Tigers over Speed Dancer (by Head Honcho’s son Cry Havoc) produced Shrek, a 30.04 winner at The When the hammer falls at the Ipswich Meadows who won the 2002 Victorian Waterloo Cup (coursing). 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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 16 BUNDABERG The club held its AGM in August and Time for nearly all of the committee was relected for At The another term, but we have a few new faces as well. The committee is: President Casey Clark, vice-president Barry Russell, Secretary's Desk a laugh! treasurer Dennis Isles, committee Noel Clark, Jeff Healy, Rex Achurch, Lorraine A guy went to the races and while Isles, Eileen Pearson, Lorraine Horton. there he observed a Catholic priest who The club also held its annual end of year award of Greyhound of the Year for 2004. catalogued. With all pups being eligible for went over to a greyhound and sprinkled awards in September. Trainer of the 2004 Year was Michael an expanded two-race series with more than it with holy water. GRA deputy chair Kerry Watson Boody $100,000 in prizemoney on offer, Ipswich The dog went on to win the race. attended. We were entertained by a Owner for 2004 Year was awarded to Club is the place to be on Sunday October Before the next race he saw the priest musician and kept laughing by our MC Amber Boody. 10. go over to another dog and sprinkle it Barry “Barney Rubble” Russell. For 2005 the committee has decided to Australia’s leading proven sires Just with holy water. Like the first it went on Major awards went to: keep the points confidential and the The Best, Brett Lee, Awesome Assassin to win. Greyhound of the Year Superior Class, outcome will only be known on the night of and Token Prince are all represented, along The guy said to himself if the priest trainer Barry Russell, most consistent the presentation. with 53 pups from the current boom sire sprinkles another dog with holy water I greyhound Rare Chloe, club person Phil Elite State. am going to bet every penny I have on Trotter, sire Shape Shifter, dam Shining With proven dams like Lucky Penna, it. Sure enough, the priest went over to Raider. IPSWICH Deep Love, Criticize, Vividity and tranquil another dog and sprinkled it with holy Greyhounds of the month awards were With two feature races, the Young Guns Time all with pups listed the stage is set for water. also presented. Classic and City of Ipswich Gold Cup, and our most successful auction. With such a So the guy went to a bookie and bet Casey Clark and Sharon Gear also the Highland Smash Repair Puppy Auction, wide variety of bloodlines on offer, there is every penny he had on it. Then the race handed out “funny awards” to a number of the stage is set for a busy and exciting sure to be a pup to meet all budgets. started and the dog the priest sprinkled club members who made for an enjoyable month. Catalogues are available by contacting with holy water dropped dead just after year. The Young Guns Classic over 520m the club on (07) 32022977. the start. We would like to thank all those who with $10,000 to the winner starts the month, Activity on the track has also been busy The guy was devastated. So he went have supported and raced at the club in the followed by the City of Ipswich Gold Cup with the new semaphore board now in over to the priest and said, “What’s past year along with GRA Board members which has $20,000 on offer to the winner of operation, the new 431m boxes installed, going on here? The last two dogs you and their staff for their support as well. the final. running rail updates completed and the new sprinkled with holy water won, and this The Gold Cup series is again sponsored one level kennels for the kennel block on last one you sprinkled dropped dead. I by long time supporters of the club, the order. had every penny I had on it’s nose!” MACKAY Ipswich City council. The club is very thankful to all owners The priest replied, “You’re not Mackay held its 2004 awards night in Details of both these race series are in and trainers who are supporting the $2000 Roman Catholic, are you?” September at Langfords Hotel. About 35 the calendar information listed in this to the winner Best 8 races being conducted The guy admitted he was not and people attended the dinner and had an Journal. over all distances during the month. asked, “But, how do you know that?” enjoyable night. The Highland Smash repair Puppy It’s all happening at the Ipswich The priest said, “Because you don’t Lilly Blue owned by Sheree Scott and Auction has certainly lifted to a new level Greyhound Racing Club. know the difference between giving a trained by Wayne Scott took out the top this year with a record 378 pups blessing and administering the last rights.” Highland Smash Repair Sunday Puppy Auction (Starts October 10 Ipswich Showgrounds 9.30am) 378 Lots catalogued - all eligible for $100,000 two-race series over 520m and 431m

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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 17 INFORMATION and Blue Brindle Dog, Just The Bes INSPIRATION SURF LORIAN is the result of some of the best greyhounds this country has seen. His first line is Just The Best, the ultimate source of Group winners this country has seen, and Barrio Fiesta a Group winner herself. His second line is champion sire Credibility, then legend race and broodbitch Flying Amy, the champion sire West Cape and then multiple Group producing bitch Dee Bee. urf ori The third line is the same quality, and so is his fourth S L line. Such an infusion of great names, makes for SURF LORIAN’s success on the racetrack (proven by his Group win and multiple track records), and obviously sets him up for fantastic feats at stud. Fee: SURF LORIAN opens up a myriad of opportunities for Frozen broodbitch owners. The first and most obvious would be daughters of the great NSW sire Token Prince, and his litter brother Awesome McLaren, who also carry a cross of the famous Bay Road 19 sta Queen damline which is in SURF LORIAN’s sire Just The Noel Christensen pic Best. Daughters of Token Prince and Awesome McLaren 1 2 show plenty of strength in their races and this would suit the record-breaking sprint speed of SURF LORIAN. And daughters or granddaughters of Malawi’s Prince will also suit. He is the sire of Token Prince and Awesome McLaren, but works extremely well with the Credibility and Surf Brother Fox lines. Noel Christensen pic Group 2 Peter Mosman There is a total lack of Ginger/Eaglehawk Star blood in 520m Wentworth Park fir SURF LORIAN’s pedigree and therefore this opens a myriad of opportunities for owners of broodbitches by Black Shiraz 1 SURF LORIAN and his outstanding litter brothers Big Ginger Boy and Ginger 2 Sun Hero quick McGee. On top of that there is also an opportunity for daughters 3 Kobble Rock of Golden Currency to bring in more of the Chariot Supreme Pa blood into matings to SURF LORIAN. A double-up of 4 Metamorphosis Chariot Supreme is one of the best this country has seen in 5 Street Ahead recent years. In fact, the majority of Just The Best’s Group bl performers have this double-up i.e. Bogie Leigh, Elite State, 6 Schlotski Big Daddy Cool, Greasy Grizzly, Lissiloo, Bounty Lass etc. Breeders with bitches from the Acacia Ablaze/Hotshot 7 Jaylo Blush line should jump at the chance to use SURF LORIAN. 8 Kentucky Bob 5.6 Acacia Ablaze bitches have always worked extremely well with the Credibility sireline, and SURF LORIAN’s own 4 x 4.25. Time: 30.36. granddam Dee Bee produced the Maturity winner Acacia Dee when mated to Acacia Ablaze. Race Career Because Bogie Leigh is by Just The Best out of a Cry WON 24-11-03 Singleton Mega Maiden Heat 383m 20.96 8lgths ( Havoc (by Head Honcho) bitch, there too lies another 3rd 28-11-03 Singleton Mega Maiden Final 383m (Checked bad opportunity for breeders. In fact, Head Honcho bitches and WON 20-1-04 Gold Coast 429m 24.20 6.5lgths those by Cry Havoc will introduce three crosses of the famous Promises Free into any resultant pedigree. WON 27-1-04 Gold Coast 429m 24.06 8.25lgths (TRACK RECO Because SURF LORIAN has only Waverly Supreme* WON 17-2-04 Gold Coast 429m 24.30 as an outcross influence in his pedigree, he is ripe for the 'Surf Lorian WON 2-3-05 Gold Coast 429m 24.40 6.75lgths many bitches which contain an import in their pedigree. WON 9-3-04 Ipswich 520m 30.56 4lgths (trk rec 30.52) Ideal will be bitches who have Balligari* in them. Just WON 16-3-04 Ipswich 520m 30.18 13lgths(TRACK RECORD) The Best’s own superstars Scottish Express and Waterview has the ability to lead, WON 24-3-04 Gold Coast 457m 25.61 5.5lgths (TRACK RECOR Star are out of a Balligari* bitch. And when the SURF WON 15-4-04 Albion Pk 520m 29.73 8.5lgths (EQUAL TRACK LORIAN damline was mated to Balligari* it produced the is a great railer, WON 19-4-04 Albion Pk 520m 29.73 12.75lgths (EQUAL TRAC Group 1 winner Barrio Babe. WON 26-5-04 Wentworth Pk Mosman Qually 520m 30.26 Grove Whisper* line bitches have always worked WON 5-6-04 Wentworth Pk Mosman Semi-final 520m 30.23 6.5lg extremely well when mated to the Brother Fox sireline. SURF has track sense WON 12-6-04 Wentworth Pk Group 2 Mosman Final 520m 30 LORIAN contains three crosses of Brother Fox to be ideally suited for an infusion of Grove Whisper* blood through the WON 17-6-04 Albion Pk Qld Derby Heat 520m 29.90 4.75lgths bitches mated to him. and his best attribute is 5th 24-6-04 Albion Pk Qld Derby Final 520m (Never out of tro Daughters of Yo Yo’s Boy will also be an interesting WON 30-6-04 Gold Coast 457m 25.65 6.75lgths (trk rec 25.61) option. They will bring in a double-up of Credibility 3x3 but WON 8-7-04 Albion Pk 520m 29.96 13.75lgths will introduce a cross of Dark Pretender the litter brother to his final two sections' 2nd 15-7-04 Albion Pk Winter Carnival Cup Heat 520m Petty Short. The latter champion appears twice in the pedigree trainer Tony Zammit 4th 22-7-04 Albion Pk Group 1 WC Cup Final 520m (Badly ch of SURF LORIAN. And any bitches with New Tears in their blood will suit. New Tears will appear on the fourth line of any SURF LORIAN progeny. He is a huge broodbitch influence, and JUST THE BEST $3300 (Credibility-Flyi through his son Light Of Fire and grandson Awesome $880 (Malawi's Prince-True Temptation); BANKE available from us for: REGGEMITE $770 (Bar Assassin, will be ideal to mate to SURF LORIAN. on our stud dogs. Available from our stud at Ga Remember, track record breakers make the greatest sires ... SURF LORIAN broke or equalled FOUR! Marshall Studios pic

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 18 April 2002, 33.3kgs. His Sire: JUST THE BEST t-Barrio Fiesta The third fastest dog of all time (29.78) at Albion Park behind his mother Flying by West Cape Amy and his own son Surf Lorian. Winner Vince Curry Memorial. Now the ultimate source of Group success in Australia. Sire of such champions as Bogie Leigh, Surf Lorian, Big Daddy Cool, Waterview Star, Scottish Express, Tipper's Comet, Mighty Galore, Elite State, Greasy Grizzly, Lissiloo, Bounty Lass, City Of Sydney, Rocka Cockatoo, Halla's Rocket, Thai Image, Woops A Daisy, Smooth Syrah, M'Lady's Fool, Lethal Weapon, Bitter Sweet Boy, Fool's Fiasco, Dr Van Loon, Wetherby Streak, Barrio Boy, Rylee's Rumour etc. ian 1st Dam: BARRIO FIESTA From one of Australia’s foremost damlines. Barrio Fiesta on the track was a high class sprinter who won the 1998 Group 2 Qld Futurity, 2nd Gold Coast Futurity, 19 wins, 12 at Alb Pk 30.37, 35.57. Dam of: Barrio Boy (18 wins, Sandown 30.18, Traralgon 29.71, Warragul 23.99, Mead 30.08, Shep 24.82, Sale 24.08, Geelong 25.68, Ballarat $2200 (inc GST) 25.63, finalist Group 2 Ballarat Cup, 4th Sale Derby) n Semen available Mr Footprints (Townsville Cup, Golden Muzzle, 2 Young Guns, 15 wins from 27 starts, 25.12 Ips, 24.07 Cairns, 22.13, 29.22 Townsville) Narra Boy (3rd Group 2 Qld Derby, finalist Singleton Mega Maiden, 7 wins, Alb Pk 30.36) arts, 15 wins, Spirit Of Omar (finalist Group 2 Statewide Challenge, 5 wins, Alb Pk 30.43, GC 24.53, 21.53) 2nd, 1 3rd Uncompromising (WP 30.37, Bulli 26.66, Moss Vale 29.44, 3rd Nowra Derby) Majestic Fiesta (won 5 of 9 before tragically died, Meadows 30.52, Traralgon 29.76, Sale 24.40) Just Wicked (GC winner) rf Lorian's Crucial Moment (Wentworth Pk 30.93, Richmond 31.32) Barrio Blues (6 wins, 3 at Alb Pk, 25.89 Gold Coast) 2nd Dam: DEE BEE st section Prolific Albion Park 600m winner 30.81, 35.42. Dam of: Acacia Dee (won Group 2 Maturity The Meadows, 9 city wins Mead 30.17, SP 30.14) est at Albion Worth Doing Brother Fox Fiery Century (Young Star Chall B’leigh, 3 wins Alb Pk 30.49) Credibility Blue Fernando (7 wins Alb Pk 30.45) Versatile Miss Boracay Boy (Alb Pk 35.90) ark was a No Liability Pretty Short Chynna Dee (3 wins Alb Pk 35.72) Just The Best Cousin Babe (2 wins Alb Pk 30.71, 8 wins Angle Pk 29.92, 35.16) Annerley Asset Dee’s Flame (Angle Pk 30.56) listering Em Dee Bee (WP 30.93, 6 wins Angle Pk 29.74) Amerigo Man Brother Fox Much Binding (Finalist Lord Mayor’s Cup Alb Pk, 6 wins Alb Pk 30.33) Flying Amy Promises Free 2nd Dam of: Cruisin Babe (2002 Produce Stks Gawler, 2001 SA Bred Classic Angle Pk) Tenthill Flyer Chariot Supreme SURF LORIAN 3rd Dam: SUPREME MEMORY 66secs National Queen Dam of: Gary’s Hope (1988 Gabba Gold Cup, trk rec Ipswich 630m, 732m, Gabba Brother Fox Little Blade 41.49, WP 42.74) West Cape Coven Miss (1992 Qld Cup B’leigh, 4th Golden Easter Egg, 6 wins Gabba Pitstock Park 32.50, 4 wins Albion Pk 30.45, 3 wins WP 30.28) Promises Free Temlee Cousin Johnny (1993 WA Galaxy, trk rec Mandurah 740m, Alb Pk 30.59, trk rec 20.90) Barrio Fiesta WP 31.11) Tara Silk Dancing Memory (SP 30.95, OP 35.26) dly) Mr George (WP 30.82) New Tears Pretty Short No More Tangles (4 wins Gabba 33.82, 41.90) Dee Bee ORD) Starfire Lady 2nd dam of: Barrio Babe (Group 1 Coca-Cola Cup, Group 2 Ipswich Gold Cup, 2nd Qld Final Nat Dist, 4th Nat Dist C’ship, finalist Group 1 Supreme MemoryWaverly Supreme* Eukanuba Cup (twice), Qld Cup, Qld Constellation, President’s Cup). Coven's Memory Mabilis Babe (3rd Group 1 Golden Easter Egg) West Cape Babe (finalist Qld Futurity, GC Futurity, Ips Gold Cup) Miss Callado (2nd SA Dist C’ship) RD) Dumaran (2nd WP Summer Cup, finalist Sydney Cup) RECORD) Bonnie April (finalist GC Futurity) CK RECORD) Flores Babe (multiple Alb Pk winner) Coven’s Reminder (multiple Alb Pk winner) 3rd dam of: Subic City (Qld Cup) gths April Showers (3rd Vince Curry Mem) .36 4lgths Shirelle Jade (finalist GC Futurity) Shining Raider (53 wins, trk rec Bundaberg 460m, Mackay 456m) ouble) Winning Caper (Bundaberg Cup) Marshall Studios pic 4th Dam: COVEN’S MEMORY (Track records Gabba 420m, Tweed Heads 420m, Beenleigh 330m) hecked twice) The Idea is Excellence. The Place is ... The Apap Team ing Amy) Just The Best's frozen semen fee is $5500; SURF LORIAN $2200 (Just The Best-Barrio Fiesta); BOBNIAK $1100 (Farloe Melody*-Paris Match); AWESOME McLAREN ER HUD (US) $660 (Gable Dodge-Flying Discovery); LINDALE BLUE $660 (Faithful Hawk-Queen Mint); SCOTTISH EXPRESS $660 (Just The Best-Stargari). Frozen semen is still rneys Alarm*-Leading Example); DEEP NORTH $550 (Worthy Reward-Brute Girl). All fees are inclusive of GST. Vet swab essential. Contact us for your frozen semen requirements atton or Belmont Vet Clinic (NSW), Sandown Vet Clinic (Vic), Dr John Katakasi (SA). Phone: (07) 54621201 Check out our website www.the-a-team.com.au

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 19 Mackay chief steward Wayne Qdog Online Hendrick. Nominations Mackay's top

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In readiness for this new feature you are encouraged to WAYNE Hendrick is chief steward at Mackay greyhound track. Wayne is also a life member of the Wanderers soccer club and still a regular on the field. register early by completing the Qdog online registration Wayne is also a lieutenant in the local fire brigade. form, which can be located on the GRA website in “forms Wayne is also a regular competitor in duathlons. Wayne is also sales supervisor for Hanson Masonry in Mackay. to download” or by contacting the So what doesn’t he do? GRA on (07) 3262 7800. It’s almost like that for Hendrick who will be 50 in September but has been steward in charge in Mackay for some time. Mackay born and bred, Wayne and his wife Joanne have three children, Daniel who is also a steward in Mackay, Kylie and Shannon. “I got into greyhounds back in 1973,” he said. “My wife was good friends with the people who owned Sir Mullaway one of the triple dead-heaters at the Gabba. COOL CHAMPIONS “We bought two six month old pups by him and brought them to Mackay in 1976 with every intention of taking on training.” (includes GST) Unfortunately the dogs died after picking up a bait and that ruined Wayne and Joanne’s $90 bid to take up training. plus postage & handling “I wanted a bit of part-time work and started at Mackay track in 1976 as a kennel attendant,” he said. By 1978 he was chief steward when 24 one of the youngest in the state to hold the position. Ph (03) 59988336 He gave the position away in 1984 but GRA chief steward Neville Parker talked him into coming back in 1986. “I love greyhound racing but after the two pups being baited we gave away those plans to K9-Evaporative Cooling Vest train,” he said. He has seen so many changes in the greyhound racing industry specially in Mackay. “The crowds have gone, but this has happened in all racing codes,” he said. “People are too happy Just Add H20 and Go ... to sit in pubs and watch the races now.” This revolutionary vest pulls heat away from the greyhound, enhancing the A soccer player since he was 10, Wayne has been given life membership of Wanderers natural cooling process. The form of polymer used prevents excessive Club and still regularly plays on the left wing. A non-swimmer he also competes in duathlons, weight gain and bulk. Offers extensive cooling times without re-wetting. cycling and running. Size does not change when activated. Does he really need to be that fit to keep up with all the goings on at the Mackay email [email protected] www.coolweave.com.au Showgrounds on greyhound race night? (02) 66339043 POSTMAN'S RIDGE Pup Rearing Have your pups reared on the farm Greyhound Complex at 'Clover where National Sprint champ Cottage' IN FOR LIFE grew up Trialling Daily In operation for just 3 years, our farm (Closed Tues & Wed) Ettrick (Nth NSW) has produced numerous city class From October trials will run from 17kms west of Kyogle stock including the recent National 7am to 9am Sprint winner IN FOR LIFE. Used by 40 Acres Break-ins, Pre-education - Spelling leading trainers Roger Green, Pat Lush Green Acreage Contact John and Sharyn Collins Permanent Water Ryan, Greg Cannon, Glenda & John Dart. Ph (07) 46303688 $35 per week Contact: Darryl & Sue Schafer Mob 0408 789076

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 20 Bob Cooke $200 and Hot Another Syrup pup is plus for Bob's Fools star State By DAVID BRASCH WHEN Bob Cooke sent By DAVID BRASCH former smart galloper Pretty FOOLS State has been quietly going Lee to World Title a couple of about her business building a reputation years ago, it cost him $2000 and even her half brother would be proud the result was one bitch puppy. of. “I urgently needed another She added to that with an all-the-way Nationals series recently. pup the same age to rear with victory in the Group 3 Lismore Cup But she bounced back at Lismore this one pup,” Bob told The (520m) in September for owner Jim even though John Young’s Oxley Fawn Journal. “I was willing to pay Osborn and trainer Reg Kay. had given her a galloping lesson in the up to $2000 to get a mate for The Elle’s Commando-Spark Again heats when he beat her by four and a the bitch. bitch, a half sister to last year’s half lengths. But Oxley Fawn had to run “I knew there was a fella in Queensland Greyhound of the Year Elite a 29.42 track record to do it. town who has just bred a litter State, had already cemented her position In the final, aided by the rails draw, so I gave him a try.” as a top class galloper. Fools State was always in front and held The “fella” was Warren From the time she ran 23.44 to win a off Phantom Dancer and veteran Cruz Ensby and his former handy Casino sprinting Rapid Supreme Tweed maiden by eight and a quarter Pro. Oxley Fawn missed the jump but Star Title bitch Madam Maple had whelped a six-pup lengths in October last year, she has been got home well for fourth. The winner Hot Tickets litter to Hot Tickets ... not quite $2000 pups. Dandy Charm doing just that. ran 29.65 so it was going to take a In fact, Bob got a dog pup from the litter Short CountyPretty Short Along the way she picked up the record-breaking performance to run for $200, and it was already the last dog pup HOT SYRUP Group 2 Qld Futurity at Albion Park, her down. County Gossip left. the Group 2 Ipswich Auction, and the Fools State has now won 19 of her “I knew Madam Maple well,” said Cooke. Arelem Best Of Blue Group 2 Ladies Bracelet at Wentworth 32 starts. She has fast victories at Tweed “She was a pretty handy bitch around Casino, Madam Maple Grietje Park. But she’s had hiccups on the way. (23.44), Albion Park (29.94) and Ipswich and the sire Hot Tickets had been a really Kay admitted the white and black (30.50) and a 30.44 around Wentworth smart dog at Bulli who couldn’t quite work Super GambleDancing Gamble December 2001 whelp had gone through Park to her credit. out the old starting boxes at Wenty Park. Call Me Deb some injury problems during the Her brother would be proud indeed. “But Hot Tickets wasn’t alone in that problem.” Cooke went to see Ensby to buy one of got something pretty good here”. the pups. “He’s very quick early but not really a “Warren had picked out two himself, and strong 500m dog, but he’s only two years and he gave Charlie Northfield two as well three months and has already won 17 races,” because it was his sire, so there was two left, said Bob. COOMINYA LODGE a dog and a bitch,” said Cooke. “I only wanted “He’s pretty sound and I’m confident he a dog because I already had the World Title- will win plenty more races in the future.” Pretty Lee bitch pup. Hot Syrup is from Madam Maple’s first WHELPING - Air-conditioned/heated whelping bays “You could say I got left with this dog.” litter. Bob didn’t get any of her second litter, - Experienced mid-wife on hand Two years later and the $2000 World to Yo Yo’s Boy, but has just picked up two REARING - 100m shaded puppy runs Title-Pretty Lee bitch has already left the pups from her third, by local sire Benny’s Cooke kennels, but the $200 Hot Tickets- Alarm. - All pups taught to lead & kennelled Madam Maple dog is “flying” as Hot Syrup Cooke has been training only since 1999. before breaking in already the winner of 17 races from 28 starts His first starter was a winner, Portland at (to time of writing) and a Lismore Cup finalist Casino. Pretty Lee, the winner of 14 races - Eukanuba Puppy always available and Wentworth Park placegetter. including at Wenty Park, is the best to date. - Comprehensive worming program “He is the most likable of dogs, always She too has just whelped four pups to Benny’s - Plenty of handling happy and never stops wagging his tail,” said Alarm. Cooke. “Hot Syrup has already won $14,000 in SPELLING - All dogs are rugged in winter Hot Syrup did everything right at breaking stakes and hasn’t won a city race yet, so you - Racing diet available if required and Bob’s wife Tammy came home from could say it was the best $200 I have ever trialling him around Casino claiming “we’ve spent.” HOSPITAL - Ultrasound, and laser - Experienced vet nurse on hand - Racing diet if required PRE-TRAINING - 12 air-conditioned, fully insulated BEARABILITY kennels Blue & White Dog, March '96, 35kg. (Credibility-Kissy Bear) - 400m sawdust straight track Won 13 races from 14 starts. Trk Rec Twba 25.2. - Fully equipped bullring - Fed racing diet with supplements Excite Ability Star Watch Group 1 Sapphire Classic What do these winners have in common? Group 1 Melb Cup Finalist Leica Cameo, Our Aker, Broken Tail Dale, Sand Shoe Sally, Rare Courage, Group 1 Topgun Finalist Group 1 Hobart Thousand Serbian Diamond, Saintly Magoic, Tuff Luna, Sweet Georgia, Leica Amethyst? All have been reared at Coominya Lodge! Bitability Bale Bear Creek The results speak for themselves. Group 2 Geelong Cup Group 2 Geelong Cup Group 2 Tweed Galaxy Group 1 Topgun reserve Inquiries - CATHY GORDON/RON JACKSON Zaability (07) 54264276 Fee: $770 F.S. available Wagamammo Multiple trk rec holder Also Pups for Sale: Bitability Bale/Slowood Contact Ken Mew (07) 55464245 Dapto 270m record Banker Hud/La Belle Gazelle A Group Producing Sire of Exceptional Racers and Quality Broodbitches Stately Bird/Our Ginger Girl

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 21 THE past is about to become part of to sprinting as she has no opposition to the future with two types of “Specialty” race against in Sydney. racing to be reintroduced in NSW. With the possible scenario applying In the 60s and 70s crowds flocked to to National Distance winner, Classy witness spectacular hurdle racing before Customer, handicap events could see it was dropped in the early 1980s. NSW News them compete each week against lower Just two states continued to conduct grade dogs. hurdle racing, Victoria and Tasmania Trainers with the fourth and fifth where the later is the lone host now. grade stayers would be prepared to race In fact, it is the marvellous jumper Gary Clark the likes of Irinka Barbie and Classy Golden Unicorn which has prompted the Customer knowing their runners have a National Coursing Association to push “head start”. for the return of the brush hurdles in As seen in the past few years at The NSW. Meadows, low-grade stayers have been Two months ago, the NCA at its successful from the front. country track of Tamworth advertised handicap events for stayers as It is not impossible for the best to win for schooling and although the response seen at The Meadows and from the back marks and although was minimal it is early days. some provincial tracks in success won’t come every week, they are To get the taste of hurdle racing Victoria with huge success. racing rather than sitting home in their before the public again, the NCA The now defunct Albury kennels or competing in unsuitable races. endeavoured to conduct hurdle club ran handicap races and At this stage, handicap racing may exhibitions at its one-off Thursday night Victorians supported their only be introduced at Wentworth Park meeting last month at Wentworth Park. 658m events. but Bawtree has indicated if the special However, there still wasn't the Both the NCA and boxes were flexible and moveable other number of dogs available to conduct GBOTA city clubs have tracks could also be part of this type of these. forwarded their interest to racing. The opportunity to utilise its TAB GRNSW and again it has met Another issue on the agenda is track in the Hunter Valley at Singleton with favorable support from claiming races similar to those in harness and member club Goulburn will help the controlling body. racing. This form of event is also being expand the interest and participation. “We (GRNSW) are always examined by GRNSW. More importantly GRNSW has keen to expand our product Hurdle and handicap racing could be supported the move but they are aware and look for options that will implemented as early as next year, the of the cost of producing the brush enhance our sport in this former a real chance of starting in hurdles and the special lures that are State,” George Bawtree, CEO January or February if the quantity of required. of GRNSW said of the two hurdlers is available to have regular full This may also encourage interstate proposals. field races and a regular form line for interest and the likelihood of the Tassie “The ideas are great and both city problem in NSW where stayers with any punters. jumpers travelling is possible with good clubs have shown their interest, we will ability are being sent Victoria where they Although not new ideas, what worked prizemoney on offer. examine the costs, particularly the can be ensured of a future on the track in the past can still work in the future One current sponsor at Wentworth special boxes that will be required for with races available to them each week. and remember, the new generation Park has already indicated his support. handicap racing.” At present Group winning stayer coming into the sport has not Another form of special racing, is Handicap racing could solve a major Irinka Barbie has been forced to return experienced this type of racing.

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COHUNA trainer Peter Dunlevey has the baker said. made a lifestyle out of the mantra have dog Even when Dunlevey went to Sydney to will travel. have his current broodbitch Billy’s Cohuna is in north-west Victoria, up near Joy mated to Go Wild Teddy he fell on the Murray River resort of Barham. his feet. It’s a 90-minute trek to the closest track He bought a two-year-old dog that showed at Shepparton. So you would think Dunlevey a bit of promise from Mark Bell for $5000. is just a battler with just three dogs in work Fergossen had won seven of 13 starts at and carrying a couple of injuries when he got “She’s not into big drives so Mum and stuck out in the sticks. the time. His current record is 12 wins from him, but the big difference has been the Dad come with me to the races and she looks Not so. his past 13 starts and he now has 29 career consistency of the 35kg chaser out of the after the other dogs at home,’’ he said. Fergossen has had 48 starts for 29 wins. wins. boxes. “It took us five hours to drive to Pete’s Billy is up to 30 wins and 12 placings “He was a bit inconsistent out of the boxes The trainer said he would target races like Warrnambool. from 50 starts and Pete’s Bonus is on 28 wins and Mark thought he would be able to pick the Cannonball at Geelong, where Fergossen "We turned around after the races and from 48 starts. up a few grade fives around the country in has run 19.59, in the near future. came straight home to start work. Dunlevey, 34, has been training Victoria,’’ Dunlevey said. His only recent defeat was at Wentworth "I usually start work at about 2am but greyhounds for about 16 years. The Master Havoc chaser is certainly Park over 280m when Fergossen was having Thursday morning has been closer to 4am He bought his first pup out of Laurels paying his way and has to be rated among his first look at the track. after racing the previous night. winner Sarah Kuda, a daughter Chariot Victoria’s elite over the shorter trips. “It’s a different lure run up there and he “I certainly enjoy the dogs and getting a Supreme, from Jimmy Thomson and although “He’s won over 474m at Bulli and ran just didn’t know where the lure was and got few winners always helps.” the bitch pup was no world beater he is now 25.30 over 450m at Ballarat, but it’s hard to pole-axed,’’ he said. Dunlevey said Pete’s Bonus and Pete’s breeding with the fifth generation. put him over any more ground when he jumps Dunlevey said he has his own straight Billy had picked up plenty of GOBIS bonuses Sarah Kuda produced the talented three in front over the short and just wins,’’ track and gives his greyhounds plenty of free and he had the only bitch in their litter, which Eldorado and that was enough to spark Dunlevey said. galloping on his parent’s farm just outside he has kept for breeding. She is expected on Dunlevey’s interest in breeding. “He’s run just a length off the track record Cohuna. season in a month. “Sarah Supreme had a litter to Henry at Shepparton and ran 19.04 first look around The Dunlevey family own and run the The future is definitely on the rise for the Murray and there was a heap of winners in Warrnambool on a heavy track.’’ bakery and Peter’s girlfriend also helps out baker from Cohuna. that litter and it has just gone on from there,’’ Dunlevey said Fergossen was a bit weak with the greyhounds.

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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 23 Gozo equals Australian long-standing record Winning Lines GOZO Farmer equalled the long-standing 550m track record when he won the Bundaberg Derby. Peter Rose The son of World Title-Loving Miss had broken the Mackay 456m track record the Monday before with a 26.23 run but that race was hand-timed and not able to be a record. Gozo Farmer, owned and trained by Roger Green at Cedar Grove near YO YO STRING Beaudesert, raced right away to win by ten and a quarter lengths to run 31.21 in 2004 Nat Sprint C’ship Qld Fnl (BGC) the Derby. He downed track specialist Superior Class with another ten and a half lengths Brother Fox to Doc Rossi in third. Superior Class started the $1.80 favourite but Gozo Farmer Worth Doing Versatile Miss was well in the market at $2.20. Credibility The 31.21 record was originally set back in 1998 by smart Brisbane galloper My Pretty Short Souvenir in a heat of the Bundaberg Cup. No Liability Gozo Farmer has now won 11 of his Annerley Asset Yo Yo’s Boy 18 starts and was to again head to Citizen Supreme Mackay the following Monday night for Woodland Citizen* the Young Guns final there. Lovely Choice Yo Yo City Bundaberg Derby (550m) Dark Pretender Yo Yo Lady 1 GOZO FARMER $2.20 Yoyo Dancer YO YO STRING (World Title-Loving Miss) I’m Slippy Owner-trainer: Roger Green Slippys Quest 2 SUPERIOR CLASS $1.80 Pretty Special At The Junction* (Bobniak-Shining Raider) Whisper Wishes 3 DOC ROSSI $8 Elf Arrow (Southern Champ*-Miss Gleam) Bawndaw Lady Junction Beat Others: 4 Swifter Shifter, 5 Scrioby, 6 Chariot Supreme Vintage Charger, 7 Alex Mercedes, 8 Shining Chariot Donny’s Gossip. Shining Light Time: 31.21 equal trk rec. Beat The Clock Ballarat Prince* Lucky Blue Lady The time of his life Christon’s Luck PAT Cassidy is having the time of his life ... and he’s waited years to do it. Sire: YO YO’S BOY. Sire of: YO YO’S GEM (2002 Lord Mayors Cup BGC, 2002 Lismore Cassidy owns Zephyr Zoom (Placard-Kazamazoo) the recent Bundaberg Oaks Cup), MR RELIABLE (2002 Vince Curry Mem Ips), YO YO STRING (2004 Nat Sprint winner, and it is the first greyhound he has raced. C’ship Qld Fnl BGC), ACE BOY (TR Healesville 340m), IMA GENIE (TR Gold Coast “I was a regular at the dogs at Wentworth Park in the 70s but waited until now 373m), SPARKLA (TR Albion Park 395m), DANE’S ISSUE, DOSARG, JAY’S when my children had grown up and left home before getting a greyhound of my SUPERFUND, MADDIE’S DEVIL, PINDARI CONCORD, PRO PARK, TREVOR own,” Pat told The Journal. COGGER, SHENSI TOY, NEWFOUND ACE. Ingleburn-based Pat headed off to Wongawilly near Dapto and picked a bitch puppy from a litter bred by Ron Holland as his first venture into the industry. 1st Dam: JUNCTION BEAT “I went back and forth to Ron’s kennels before finally settling on Zephyr Zoom who we call Margie.” He paid $1500 for the bitch at 13 weeks. 2nd Dam: BEAT THE CLOCK Initially given to Kevin Keyes, now secretary-manager at Canberra club, to train, dam of: MOVING TRIBUTE (3 wins Spk 30.22) Zephyr Zoom won first up at Dapto. “She won a few races on country tracks but seemed to get a bit sour at Wentworth 3rd Dam: LUCKY BLUE LADY Park so I took my brother-in-law Wayne’s advice and sent her to Queensland to be dam of: SHINY BLUE LADY (Spk 30.93 - 511m, Opk 30.19) trained by John Turnbull. And the prizemoney has kept rolling in for Cassidy. 2nd dam of: LINTON’S CHAMP (4 wins Apk 30.38, 35.20) “I’m getting a real buzz out of all this,” said Pat. “She won first-up at Albion Park and ran 30.20, and has been highly consistent ever since. 4th Dam: CHRISTON’S LUCK “I know we don’t get to see her race live, but the thrill is fantastic. And now to dam of: FANTASY BOY (1988 Shepparton Cup) win the Bundaberg Oaks is wonderful as well.” Zephyr Zoom is having a short break from racing and long-term Cassidy will 5th dam: LINTON’S LUCK obviously breed with her. By Placard, her dam Kazamazoo was a distance winner dam of: LINTON’S ACE (1986 Toyota Tphy Opk) around Wentworth Park. LINTON’S AGAIN (Former trk rec Darwin 738m) “I’ll probably leave her in Queensland to breed with her as well,” said Pat. “She LINTON’S FURY (1984 All Stars Invitation Apk) obviously loves it up there.” Zephyr Zoom scored a comfortable Bundaberg Oaks (550m) victory. She raced 6th dam: BLONDE HALO right away to win by six and a quarter lengths in a smart 31.60. 2nd dam of: TERIMOTO (1986 Summer Cup Hpk, 1986 Anniversary Tphy Opk) She downed Futurex with three and a quarter lengths to Shining Rae in third. 4th dam of: WYLIE BOY 1996 Vic GOTY, 1996 Topgun Spk), 1996 Sale Cup, 1995 She was beaten a length by Futurex in their heat clash when drawn the rails, but Sale Cup, 1995 Traralgon Cup, Former trk rec Sale 511m, Traralgon reversed the result with her win in the 513m, Wangaratta 400m) final. 6th dam of: JIMMY NEUTRON (2003 Silver Chief Classic Mea, Former track record Zaphyr Zoom has now won seven and The Meadows 525m) been placed in 15 of her 38 starts. Bundaberg Oaks (550m) AUSTRALIAN WINNING LINES 1 ZEPHYR ZOOM $2 (Placard-Kazamazoo) Volume 11 - 2003 Owner: Pat Cassidy Trainer: John Turnbull $50 (inc postage & handling) 2 FUTUREX $3 (Rapid Journey-She Can Cry) Containing all the usual features of the greyhound year: City Winners; Sires, Dams & 3 SHINING RAE $10 Maternal Grandsires of City Winners; Western Australia; Australian Feature Race (Bobniak-Shining Raider) Winners; Sires, Dams, Maternal Grandsires and Pedigrees of Feature Race Winners; Others: 4 Alpha Street, 5 Evolution, 6 Australian Track Records and Overseas Feature Winners. Legal Bid, 7 Baronda Bess, 8 Takapose. Cheques/Money Orders payable to: Time: 31.60. Peter Rose, PO Box 330, Jimboomba, Qld, 4280. Ph (07) 5548 6687

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 24 By JOHN KOHNKE heals. Tail base fractures Tail wagers The greyhound tail has 18 small bones Bruising and abrasion to the end of the held in position by ligaments and tendons and tail on wire or rough brick or concrete kennel limited muscle action. walls is a common problem in greyhounds The main wagging muscles are at the base. that have a friendly temperament or become Fractures of the tail bones are usually easy to Vet's Notes bored when confined to kennels and wag their identity as the tail will swell and deviate to tails. In acute cases the flesh around the end one side at the fracture site. of the tail becomes abraded and raw often The tail is unable to be moved or often exposing the tip of the tail bone with risk of hangs limp below the fractured area. infection, bleeding and risk of gangrene of Fractures at the base of the tail occur at the bottom third of the tail. bone to stabilize the break as it heals. the tail tip. In severe cases, surgical removal where it joins the rear of the sacrum bone that Management However, the small size of the lower third of the tail tip is necessary with careful dressing forms the roof of the pelvic girdle in the Although many consider the tail is tail bones make it difficult to drill and screw. of the tail end to help it heal. hindquarters. important for balance when cornering, Unfortunately, the low grade damage to An old cylindrical flexible plastic hair Tail base fractures generally occur when greyhounds with part of stumpy tails can the nerve and blood supply may cause the curler with a web like mesh surface can be a greyhound runs into another from behind gallop without any significant loss of racing lower tail to devitalise and require mid area fitted to the end of the tail and taped in place during a race or in the catching pen. speed or balance. amputation despite successful surgery to with adhesive tape. As a result, the tail is pushed vertically A vet will examine the tail to determine stabilize the fracture. The hair curler provides protection, stops upwards and snaps at the base as it is forced the state of the blood and nerve supply. Where Tail base fractures flies and keeps the abraded tissue dry. Twice over the animal’s back. there is paralysis or loss of nerve sensation, In most cases, if the tail is prevented from daily application of a drying, antiseptic spray Occasionally, a young greyhound will in most cases the tail will need to be being wagged, the tail bone fracture will heal to control surface infection is recommended. bend and break its own tail if it leans back amputated. quite successfully. It is best to tie the tail Again, tying the tail between the legs stops onto the door of the boxes. It is important to If the blood flow is compromised there is between the legs by encircling the tail with wagging. Hanging bags or old bed quilts over tuck the tail under as the greyhound is loaded no alternative but to amputate. 100mm wide adhesive tape. the abrasive areas on the kennel walls helps into the traps. If the tail has nervous feeling and its The elastic tape is then passed up each prevent further bruising. The tail will be limp and cannot be circulation is not affected, where a fracture side of the flanks to be tied in a bow on the In a confirmed tail wager, tying the tail wagged with a swollen base and pain and or severe location is suspected, an x-ray can lower back. Vetrap tape is suitable because it between the legs with set comfort turnouts is discomfort. be taken to check for small bone fragments is elastic and its soft edges will not rub. the only way to prevent tail end mutilation. Mid tail fractures around the fracture site. The greyhound will need to be taken out Tail suckers Fractures along the length of the tail are The bone fragments may need to be to empty out at least five times a day. Some dogs will develop a habit of lying usually caused by bending or compression of removed before the fracture is set to help it Most greyhounds will avoid sitting down down and sucking on the very end of its tail the tail when a greyhound falls. heal. If the x-rays show a clean fracture, or on their tails if the tail is tied between the which can result in loss of hair and If dislocation or severe trauma occurs in minor dislocation, then simple re-alignment legs. Usually with 3-4 weeks rest and light devitalisation of the tip of the tail. the lower part of the tail, often blood and of the bones and wrapping the tail in a support walking, tail base fractures will heal well. Although it might seem impossible for a nerve supply is damaged resulting in gangrene bandage with a small plastic or wooden splint Ensure the dog is given a calcium and greyhound to suck its own tail, some can or paralysis of the remaining tail section taped along the tail will help to keep the vitamin D supplement irrespective of the easily do it. Simply applying a mixture of chili below the injury. In this case, the tail will need fracture from moving as it heals. dietary content in dry food to provide the powder in petroleum jelly to the end of the to be amputated at the point just above the The tail can be tied to the inside of one important minerals for fracture healing. tail could be distasteful enough to break the injury site. Pups can break their tails when leg with bandaging tape to prevent the Light massage of a soothing liniment once habit. tumbling and playing in a yard and greyhound wagging it until it heals. the swelling subsides after initial ice packing * Reprinted from the Greyhound Star, occasionally a greyhound will get its tail If more than one bone is fractured, then a will help to soothe any discomfort as the tail England’s foremost greyhound publication. caught in a board, fence or a doorway and small metal bone plate may need to be located bruise, dislocate or fracture the small bones across the fracture line and screwed to the YOU'RE ON A WINNER . . . Out of the With the shadow SHE’S lived in the shadow of her litter WHISTLER brothers for so long, but Texan Beauty is fast changing all that. 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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 25 STEWARDS Top of INQUIRIES

AUGUST 31 Stewards present: DM Ryan (chairman), D Kays (investigations), C McLune (steward). An inquiry was opened following a visit by stewards investigating a report of an alleged the crop incident at the property of trainer R Fall on or about July 11. The inquiry opened on July 27, adjourned to August 6, August 20 and was completed on August 31. By After hearing a substantial amount of DAVID BRASCH evidence from a number of witnesses, Fall was charged under Rule 109 (17) which states: “Any IT is appropriate that Wayne Crick person including an official, commits or omits to do any act or engages in conduct or engages should train the winner of the Gateway in conduct which is in any way detrimental or to the Top. prejudicial to the interest, welfare, image control Because that’s where Wayne reckons or promotion of greyhound racing”. he’s headed. Fall pleaded not guilty. Black Lee (Brett Lee-Nunkeri Bye) is Following further evidence from Fall and the dog and in 12 years training others, stewards came to the conclusion the charge could not be sustained and was greyhounds Wayne says he’s by far the withdrawn by stewards. best he has prepared with the top of the In inquiry resumed on August 20 where ladder beckoning. stewards brought a lesser charge against Fall Others agree with him. Offers of Wayne Crick and under Rule 109 (17). Stewards took further evidence and viewed $20,000 and $45,000 were refused for Brother Fox Black Lee ... on the Gun Law Osti electrical devices submitted by Fall on August Black Lee even before he won the rich way to the top. Brett Lee Miss Dusty Lee 31. Albion Park final. Fall pleaded not guilty but was found guilty “Everything has its price, but I’m not Sobbing NewSal Tears and fined $2000. He was read his rights of BLACK LEE appeal. tempted to sell him because I’ve With such speed, Crick decided the Wee Sal probably spent $60,000 to get one this Eric Thomson series at the Gold Coast SEPTEMBER 1 good,” Crick told The Journal. was right up his alley. Black lee made the BenjasonShining Chariot Stewards present: DM Ryan (chairman), B Nunkeri Bye “I’m in this game for fun and that’s final but finished unplaced behind the Tabmaray Huber (steward). what I’m going to have with this bloke.” Bobniak dog Cadency King. Worth Doing Stewards opened an inquiry in relation to Crick was planning on buying some “He won his maiden there in 26.10 Zip Force the positive swab (trimethoprim) returned by well bred pups when he went for but he was always going to be a better Top Priority Guluvao Banner which competed in race 4 at borrowing a broodbitch instead. dog on a two-turn track.” the Gold Coast on June 9. “I borrowed Nunkeri Bye for a Black Lee trialled 30.37 at his nest Stewards took evidence from Mr J Gale of Habersham, NSW, the trainer of Guluvao litter,” he said. “She had won a number look at Albion Park and then ran 30.19 Gateway to the Top Banner. of races at Albion Park but had already there. (520m) Albion Park Gale was charged under Rule 106 which had one litter that was no good but she The Gateway to the Top was his and states: “The owner, trainer or person in charge traces to the Top Priority damline and I he won the final effortlessly in 30.20, 1 BLACK LEE of a greyhound nominated to compete in an gave her a try. with crick’s prediction of victory proven (Brett Lee-Nunkeri Bye) event, shall produce the greyhound for the event right. Owner: Jacquiline Crick free of any drug”. “I put her to Brett Lee and ended up Gale pleaded guilty and was suspended for with three of the pups.” The dog was immediately spelled. Trainer: Wayne Crick three months and fined $500. Guluvao Banner Crick broke in the pups, Black Lee, Crick has made big plans for his dog. 2 GOZO CAVELLIER was disqualified under Rule 108. Bye Lee and Zane Lee, himself when He’s looking to Victoria early next year (World Title-Loving Miss) Gale was directed to return the prizemoney they were 12 months old and kept them but will chase plenty of big local races in 3 DEVINE GEM to the GRA. He was read his right of appeal. going. the meantime. (Token Prince-Serbian Pearl) SEPTEMBER 10 He slipped Black Lee at Albion Park As Wayne Crick says ... “I’m in this Others: 4 Heed The Speed, 5 Devil’s Dare, Stewards present: DM Ryan (chairman), SJ when he was 18 months old and the game for fun” and he’s certain to have 6 Can Travel, 7 Miss My Toe, 8 Rob Roy McGrath (deputy chairman). youngster trialled post-to-post 24.42secs. just that with Black Lee. Burns. Time: 30.20. Stewards opened an inquiry in relation to the positive swab (dexamethasone) returned by Hitech Bullet in Race 2 (placed 1st) at Albion Park on July 16. Stewards took evidence from Mr G Smith of Park Ridge, trainer of Hitech Bullet. Smith was charged under Rule 106 which states: “The owner, trainer or person in charge of a greyhound nominated to compete in an event, shall produce the greyhound for the event free of any drug”. Smith pleaded guilty and was suspended for three months and fined $500. Hitech Bullet was disqualified under Rule 108. Smith was directed to return the prizemoney to the GRA. He was read his rights of appeal.

SEPTEMBER 10 Stewards present: DM Ryan (chairman), B Huber (steward) Stewards opened an inquiry in relation to the positive swab (morphine) returned by Ozzy Merv which competed in Race 4 (placed 1st) at Capalaba on June 26. Stewards took evidence from Mr J Turnbull of Sheldon, trainer of Ozzy Merv, and handler Mr P Hull. Turnbull was charged under Rule 106 which states: “The owner, trainer or person in charge of a greyhound nominated to compete in an event, shall produce the greyhound for the event free of any drug”. He pleaded not guilty but was found guilty and fined $1000. Ozzy Merv was disqualified under Rule 108. Turnbull was directed to return the prizemoney to the GRA and was read his right of appeal.

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 26 Owners and trainers should be aware, the Forthcoming Events are correct at the time of publication, but each club reserves the FORTHCOMING right to change or delete any race/races etc. EVENTS ALBION PARK SEPTEMBER 30 Thu (Class 1) Best 8 520m 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 1800 851 155 710 OCTOBER 1 Fri (Class 3) TELEPHONE NOMINATIONS Please Note: Best 8 520m/710m (Dist depends on noms) The lines will be open from 7am-8.30am Monday to Friday * A nomination form will need to be completed when nominating Best 8 395m except on public holidays or notified changes. a greyhound for its first Queensland start which is either owned or No 520m Maiden Events (Refer Monday) Telephone No 1800 851 155 (Toll Free) trained by Interstate licensees. Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Five Easy Steps to Nominate Your Greyhound * A nomination form needs to be completed so relevant 710 and 395m The operator will ask you for the following information. information concerning the greyhound/owner/trainer can be recorded OCTOBER 4 Mon (Class 1) 1 Name of Greyhound on the GRA database. Best 8 600m 2 Earbrand * Once this information is received the telephone nomination Maiden 520/600m x 2 (depends on noms) 3 Trainers Name and Licence Number service may be used provided there is no change in the ownership 4 Track, Date, Distance, Name of Event, If Greyhound has or trainer of the particular greyhound. Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, started Interstate since last Queensland performance, Comments Should this be the case a new nomination form will need to be 710 (i.e.Heats/Early Race etc) completed. OCTOBER 7 Thu (Class 1) 5 Second Preference or Nominating at another Track which Should you have any queries regarding this service please contact Best 8 520m is not a second preference the Grading Department 2-3pm Monday to Friday. 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710 OCTOBER 8 Fri (Class 3) Best 8 600m 710m Event (grade depends on noms) Fifth Grade 395m Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, No 520m Maiden Events (Refer Monday) 710 Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, NOVEMBER 5 Fri (Class 3) 710 and 395m Best 8 (520m/710m) OCTOBER 11 Mon (Class 1) 5th Grade (395m) Best 8 600m No 520m maiden events (refer Monday) 2 x Maiden 520 or 600m (depends on noms) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710 and 395m 710 NOVEMBER 8 Mon (Class 1) OCTOBER 14 Thu (Class 1) Best 8 (520m) Best 8 520m 710m Event (grade depends on noms) 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) 4th Grade Final (520m) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 2 x Maidens (520m/600m) depends on noms 710 Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, OCTOBER 15 Fri (Class 3) 710 Best 8 520m/710m NOVEMBER 11 Thurs (Class 1) Fourth Grade 395m Molly Campbell Memorial 2004 Silver Dollars Final (520m) No 520m Maiden Events (Refer Monday) Best 8 (600m) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710m Event (grade depends on noms) 710 and 395m Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, OCTOBER 18 Mon (Class 1) 710 Best 8 520m Fifth Grade 600m Heats. Final 25 Oct 2 x Maidens 520/600m (depends on noms) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710 OCTOBER 21 Thu (Class 1) Best 8 600m 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710 710 OCTOBER 22 Fri (Class 3) OCTOBER 29 Fri (Class 3) Best 8 520m Best 8 520m/710m (Dist depends on noms) 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) Best 8 395m Fifth Grade 395m Maiden 395m Final Heats 22 Oct Maiden 395m Heats. Final 29 Oct May help provide - Pace, No 520m Maiden Events (Refer Monday) Performance & Agility No 520m Maiden Events (Refer Monday) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710 and 395m 710 and 395m NOVEMBER 1 Mon (Class 1) OCTOBER 25 Mon (Class 1) Best 8 (520m) Best 8 520m 710m Event (grade depends on noms) 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) 4th Grade Heats (520m) Final Nov 8 Fifth Grade 600m Final. Heats 18 Oct. 2 x Maidens (520m/600m) depends on noms 2 x Maidens 520/600m (depends on noms) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 710 710 NOVEMBER 4 Thurs (Class 1) OCTOBER 28 Thu (Class 1) Molly Campbell Memorial 2004 Silver Dollars Heats (520m) Best 8 600m Best 32, whelped on or after 1-11-02. Maidens eligible. Non 710m Event (Grade depends on noms) penalty (other than those who lose maiden status) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Best 8 (520m)

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 27 FORTHCOMING EVENTS

NOVEMBER 12 Fri (Class 3) SEPTEMBER 28 Graded as required Best 8 (520/710m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m OCTOBER 26 4th Grade (395m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m No 520m maiden events (refer Monday) 4th-5th Grade (630m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Graded as required City of Ipswich Gold Cup Final (520m) $20,000 to winner 710 and 395m SEPTEMBER 29 Cup Consolation (520m) $2000 to winner NOVEMBER 15 Mon (Class 1) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m Best 8 (431m) winner $2000 Best 8 (600m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m Best 8 (630m) winner $2000 5th Grade Heats (520m) final Nov 22 5th Grade Final (431m) Graded as required 2 x Maidens (520m/600m) depends on noms 5th Grade Final (520m) OCTOBER 27 Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 4th-5th Grade Heats (431m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m 710 5th Grade (630m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m NOVEMBER 18 Thurs (Class 1) Graded as required 5th Grade Heats (431m) Best 8 (520m) OCTOBER 5 5th Grade Heats (520m) Best 16 710m Event (grade depends on noms) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m 5th Grade Final (431m) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Best 8 (431m) 710 Young Guns Heats (520m) Greyhounds 30 months or younger 5th Grade (630m) NOVEMBER 19 Fri (Class 3) as at 28-9-04 Graded as required Young Guns Heats (520m) 30 months or younger at date of Graded as required NOVEMBER 2 heats. Maidens eligible. Non-penalty other than those who OCTOBER 6 Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m lose maiden status. Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m 5th Grade Heats (520m) 710 and 395m 5th Grade Heats (431m) 5th Grade Heats (431m) best 16 NOVEMBER 22 Mon (Class 1) 4th-5th Grade Final (431m) Best 8 (520m) Best 8 (600m) Best 8 (431m) 4th-5th Grade (630m) 5th Grade Final (520m) 5th Grade (630m) Graded as required 2 x Maidens (520m/600m) depends on noms Juvenile (520m or 431m) NOVEMBER 3 Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, Graded as required Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m 710 OCTOBER 12 Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m NOVEMBER 25 Thurs (Class 1) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m 5th Grade Heats (431m) Irish Board Trophy (520m) best 8 Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m 5th Grade Final (520m) 710m Event (grade depends on noms) Young Guns Final (520m) $10,000 to winner 5th Grade Final (431m) Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 5th Grade (630m) Best 8 (431m) 710 Best 8 (520m) winner $2000 5th Grade (630m) NOVEMBER 26 Fri (Class 3) Graded as required Juvenile (520m or 431m) Young Guns Final (520m) OCTOBER 13 Graded as required Best 8 (395m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m NOVEMBER 9 No 520m maiden events (refer Monday) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, 5th Grade Final (431m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m 710 and 395m 5th Grade Heats (431m) 5th Grade Final (520m) NOVEMBER 29 Mon (Class 1) 4th-5th Grade Heats (520m) best 16 5th Grade Final (431m) Best 8 (520m) Best 8 (431m) 5th Grade Heats (520m) 4th Grade Heats (600m) 1 win/maiden (630m) Best 8 (630m) winner $2000 2 x Maidens (520m/600m) depends on noms Graded as required Graded as required Graded, juveniles (Full field req for Juveniles) over 520, 600, OCTOBER 19 NOVEMBER 10 710 Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m City of Ipswich Gold Cup Heats (520m) 5th Grade Final (431m) 5th Grade Final (520m) 5th Grade Heats (431m) IPSWICH 4th-5th Grade (630m) Best 8 (431m) SEPTEMBER 22 Graded as required 1 Win/Maiden (630m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Final 431m OCTOBER 20 Graded as required Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Heats 431m Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m NOVEMBER 16 5th Grade Heats 431m Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m 5th Grade Heats 520m Best 16 5th Grade Heats (431m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m 5th Grade Final 431m 4th-5th Grade Final (520m) Best 8 (520m) winner $2000 Best 8 431m $2,000 to the winner 5th Grade Final (431m) 5th Grade Heats (520m) 5th Grade 630m Best 8 (431m) 4th-5th Grade Heats (431m) Best 16 Graded Races as required 5th Grade (630m) Maximum 1 win Class 1 tracks 5th Grade Final (520m)

MY article on Feramo, the world’s first supplement specifically formulated for greyhounds, aroused considerable interest. The Performance As a foundation supplement, Feramo is designed to correct minor imbalances and inadequate feed levels in racing, breeding and growing greyhounds. Report With nine vitamins and seven minerals in its formulation - in Courtesy of Vetsearch correct proportion - plus yeast to assist in digestive enzyme action By ALLAN BROWN and as a natural digestive aid, Feramo is without peer. Feramo does not contain salt. Greyhounds do not require high Dull coats amounts and adequate levels are provided in Betacel and dry foods. Black coated greyhounds, or greyhounds housed in outside yards Handy Hints during hot weather, often develop a dry, brittle hair coat. Puppy Mince Point 2: Mix in 1 gm Calci-D per 100gms of meat to provide White scales of skin (scurf) are often visible on dark coated When introducing Feramo to puppies, the following tip is useful. calcium for bone remodeling and strength. animals. Warm up 200gms of minced meat. Thoroughly mix 1/2 teaspoon Brittle or slow growing toe nails Give 4gms (1 teaspoon) of Feramo daily and 2 teaspoons (10ml) of Feramo, 1/2 teaspoon of Calci-D and 1/4 teaspoon of White E Give 4gms (1 teaspoon) of Feramo daily and the standard amount of polyunsaturated vegetable oil, preferably a teaspoon of canola into the mince. of Calci-D to balance the meat content of the diet. oil or raw linseed oil, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil to provide extra Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of grated cheese over the meat and mix. Also supplement with 1mg biotin (vitamin H) daily available as fatty acids that help promote skin health. Feeds up to six young puppies. tablets from health food shops. The high vitamin A content in Feramo complements the fatty Dr John Kohnke informs me there is a low risk of interaction Biotin is helpful to enhance the strength and growth rate of nails acid nutrient content in the vegetable oil to improve skin and coat between White E and Feramo when made up just prior to feeding. when given daily over 3-4 weeks. health and condition. Prevention of toe injuries, ligaments, bones and nails Stud dogs The supplement of oils can be continued daily for 14-21 days Point 1: Add a daily dose of 4gms (1 teaspoon) Feramo to Mix 4-6gms Feramo daily and 1gm Calci-D per 100gms of meat and then be reduced to 1 teaspoon on a daily basis, along with 4gms evening meal to provide high levels of vitamin A, D, zinc, copper into the evening meal and 100iu of White E in the morning feed to of Feramo thereafter. and iron to strengthen the ligaments and tendons in the toes. maintain health, libido, vitality and good semen quality. My thanks to John Kohnke for his advice.

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 28 FORTHCOMING EVENTS

4th-5th Grade (630m) Maiden (457m) Graded as required Owners and trainers should be aware, the 5th Grade (650m) NOVEMBER 17 Forthcoming Events are correct at the time 4th Grade (650m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m of publication, but each club reserves the Stayers Stake (732m) open to all greyhounds, winner $1000 Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m OCTOBER 19 (Class 3) right to change or delete any race/races etc. 5th Grade Heats (431m) $600 Best 8 (373m) 5th Grade Final (431m) 4th Grade (373m) Best 8 (431m) 5th Grade (373m) 5th Grade (630m) Maximum 1 win Class 1 tracks Juvenile (373m) Graded as required Maiden (373m) NOVEMBER 23 4th Grade (429m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m 5th Grade (429m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Maiden Heats (429m) final 26-10-04 4th-5th Grade Final (431m) Maiden/no more than 2 wins (622m) 5th Grade Final (520m) 4th Grade (622m) 5th Grade Heats (520m) OCTOBER 20 (Class 2) Best 8 (431m) winner $2000 Citi Steel 5th Grade Heats (401m) final 27-10-04 4th-5th Grade (630m) Best 8 (401m) Juvenile (520m or 431m) Maiden (401m) Graded as required 5th Grade (457m) NOVEMBER 24 4th Grade (457m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m Maiden Heats (457m) final 27-10-04 Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m Maiden (650m) 5th Grade Heats (431m) 5th Grade (650m) 5th Grade Heats (520m) best 16 4th Grade (650m) 5th Grade Final (431m) OCTOBER 26 (Class 3) Best 8 (431m) 5th Grade (373m) Best 8 (431m) 4th Grade (373m) 5th Grade (630m) Maiden Heats (373m) final 31-10-04 Graded as required 5th Grade (429m) Maiden Heats (373m) final 19-10-04 NOVEMBER 30 4th Grade (429m) Best 8 (429m) winner $600 Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520m Best 8 (429m) 5th Grade (429m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 520m Juvenile (429m) 4th Grade (429m) 5th Grade Final (520m) Maiden (429m) Juvenile (429m) 5th Grade Heats (520m) 5th Grade (622m) Maiden (429m) 5th Grade Heats (431m) Best 16 4th Grade (622m) 5th Grade (622m) 5th Grade (630m) OCTOBER 27 (Class 2) 4th Grade (622m) Graded as required Bernies Pet Barn 5th Grade Heats (401m) final 3-11-04, OCTOBER 13 (Class 2) DECEMBER 1 winner $1200 4th Grade (401m) Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431m Maiden Heats (401m) final 3-11-04 Juvenile (401m) Highland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m Juvenile (457m) Maiden Heats (401m) final 20-10-04 5th Grade Final (431m) 4th Grade (457m) VIP Petfoods 5th Grade Heats (457m) final 20-10-04, winner 5th Grade Final (520m) Best 8 (457m) $1000 Best 8 (431m) Maiden (457m) Best 8 (457m) 5th Grade Heats (431m) Graded as required GOLD COAST SEPTEMBER 29 (Class 2) SHAVING SLOW DESCENT 4th Grade (401m) In some young greyhounds, the testicles are slow to Best 8 (401m) Greyhounds lost heat after exercise by transferring descend. However, they should be down by 12 months of Maiden (401m) heat to the abdominal cavity as a heat sink in the fluid age. If the testicles can be felt in the canal inside the scrotal Chris Kelly Video 5th Grade Heats (457m) final 6-10-04 contents of the large bowel. This heat, and heat pouch, then an injection of hormone given by a vet may 4th Grade (457m) accumulated from higher environmental temperature, is help speed up their descent. Maiden heats (457m) final 6-10-04 returned to the blood circulation and radiated out through However, if the testicles cannot be located by a vet, 5th Grade (650m) skin vessels predominately on the sparsely covered belly there is little likelihood they will descend normally. 4th Grade (650m) area and also lost by panting through the highly vascular Testicles retained in the abdominal cavity remain small OCTOBER 5 (Class 3) lung surface. and do not produce viable sperm because they are 5th Grade (373m) Panting itself is a very energy consuming process as maintained at full body temperature. 4th Grade (373m) energy is used to work the diaphragm muscles in taking They are more likely to develop cancer growths as the Best 8 (373m) air in and out of the lungs to exchange heat from the lung greyhound ages in retirement. Maiden (373m) surface. 5th Grade (429m) This accounts for about 60% of the loss of heat after 4th Grade (429m) exercise. Heat loss from convection and radiation over Juvenile (429m) the belly and sides of the greyhound counts for about Maiden Heats (429m) final 12-10-04 30% and 10% is lost from the tongue and mouth Maiden/no more than 2 wins (622m) membranes. 4th Grade (622m) Generally shaving a greyhound would be helpful in OCTOBER 6 (Class 2) improving the convection and radiation of heat to reduce 4th Grade Heats (401m) final 13-10-04 the energy loss from panting, but energy lost from the 5th Grade Heats (401m) final 13-10-04 skin surface may in fact be greater under cool conditions Best 8 (401m) than that expanded during panting. Provided the greyhound is adequately hydrated and Juvenile (457m) A young boy told his mother that his housed in a cool, ventilated kennel area, it should be able 5th Grade (457m) father had taken him to the zoo. to cope with normal summer temperatures under dry Maiden Heats (457m) final 13-10-04 The mother couldn’t believe it. She conditions. Maiden/no more than 2 wins (650m) said, “Your father has never taken If the environment is warm and humid, then the $1200 Top Grade (650m) anyone to the zoo in his whole life.” efficiency of cooling is reduced and the greyhound may OCTOBER 12 (Class 3) The boy said, “He did, and one of suffer from hyperthermia or overheating. 5th Grade (373m) the animals paid fifty dollars!” 4th Grade (373m)

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Vetsearch 5th Grade (650m) winner $1200 Maiden Bitches 4th Grade (650m) Juvenile trophy race OCTOBER 31 (Class 3) 5th Grade Sunday twilight meeting 5th Grade Bitches Graded races all distances 4th Grade NOVEMBER 2 (Class 3) 4th Grade Bitches 5th Grade (373m) Best 8 in grader’s opinion - race will proceed with 5 or more 4th Garde (373m) noms - $500 to winner Best 8 (373m) OCTOBER 9 Maiden (373m) Open Time Trial. Best 8 (any grade) racing against the clock. 5th Grade (429m) Placings determined by time recorded. Winner (fastest 4th Grade (429m) greyhound) $800, 2nd $200, 3rd $100, 4th $50. Must Juvenile (429m) nominate. Box draw determines order of competing. All start Maiden Heats (429m) final 9-11-04 from box five. Race will proceed with min of 5 noms. Maiden/No more than 2 wins (622m) Maiden 4th Grade (622m) Maiden Bitches NOVEMBER 3 (Class 2) Juvenile trophy race Regent Taxis 4th Grade Heats (401m) final 10-11-04 5th Grade Best 8 (401m) Maiden Heats (429m) final 23-11-04 5th Grade Bitches Juvenile (457m) Maiden/No more than 2 wins (622m) 4th Grade 5th Grade (457m) 4th Grade (622m) 4th Grade Bitches Maiden Heats (457m) final 10-11-04 NOVEMBER 17 (Class 2) OCTOBER 16 Maiden/No more than 2 wins (650m) Jet Pets Animal Transport 5th Grade Heats (401m) final 24- Capalaba Pet Food 3rd-4th Grade Heats Top Grade (650m) 11-04 Maiden Stayers Stk (732m) open to all greyhounds, winner $1000 Best 8 (401m) Maiden Bitches NOVEMBER 9 (Class 3) Maiden (401m) 5th Grade 5th Grade (373m) 5th Grade (457m) 5th Grade Bitches 4th Grade (373m) 4th Grade (457m) Best 8 in grader’s opinion - race will proceed with 5 or more Maiden Heats (373m) final 16-11-04 Maiden Heats (457m) final 24-11-04 noms - $500 to winner Best 8 (429m) Maiden (650m) OCTOBER 23 5th Grade (429m) 5th Grade (650m) Final Capalaba Pet Food 3rd-4th Grade, winner $500 plus 4th Grade (429m) 4th Grade (650m) trophy Juvenile (429m) NOVEMBER 23 (Class 3) Maiden Maiden (429m) 4th Grade (373m) Maiden Bitches 5th Grade (622m) 5th Grade (373m) Juvenile trophy race 4th Grade (622m) Maiden Heats (373m) final 30-11-04 5th Grade NOVEMBER 10 (Class 2) Best 8 (429m) 5th Grade Bitches 4th Grade (401m) 4th Grade (429m) 4th Grade Juvenile (401m) 5th Grade (429m) 4th Grade Bitches Maiden Heats (401m) final 17-11-04 Juvenile (429m) Best 8 in grader’s opinion - race will proceed with 5 or more VIP PetFoods 5th Grade Heats (457m) winner $1000, final Maiden (429m) noms - $500 to winner 17-11-04 5th Grade (622m) OCTOBER 30 Best 8 (457m) 4th Grade (622m) Shiny Happy Puppies Veterans Stake - open to all for Maiden (457m) NOVEMBER 24 (Class 2) greyhounds 3 and a half years and older on the date of the Maiden/No more than 2 wins (650m) winner $900 4th Grade (401m) race and haven’t won for 3 months or longer $300 to winner. Stayers Stk (732m) open to all greyhounds, winner $1000 Juvenile (401m) Maiden NOVEMBER 16 (Class 3) Maiden Heats (401m) final 1-12-04 Maiden Bitches Best 8 (373m) Women & Bitches 5th Grade Heats (457m) for women Juvenile trophy race 4th Grade (373m) trainers, winner of final to receive Rolez watch sponsored by 5th Grade 5th Grade (373m) Howard Crawford, final 1-12-04 5th Grade Bitches Juvenile (373m) Best 8 (457m) 4th Grade Maiden (373m) Maiden (457m) 4th Grade Bitches 5th Grade (429m) 5th Grade (650m) Best 8 in grader’s opinion - race will proceed with 5 or more 4th Grade (429m) 4th Grade (650m) noms - $1000 to winner, 2nd $200, 3rd $100, 4th $50 Maiden (650m) NOVEMBER 2 Stayers Stk (732m) open to all greyhounds, winner $1000 Melbourne Cup Day NOVEMBER 30 (Class 3) Maiden $400 to winner Best 8 (373m) Maiden Bitches $400 to winner 4th Grade (373m) 5th Grade $400 to winner 5th Grade (373m) 5th Grade Bitches $400 to winner Whelpings Juvenile (373m) 4th Grade $400 to winner Maiden (373m) 4th Grade Bitches $400 to winner 5th Grade (429m) Best 8 $500 to winner 4th Grade (429m) Noms close Oct 28. Maiden Heats (429m) final 7-12-04 Six races before Melb Cup and two after if sufficient noms Sire Dam Whelp Dog Bitch Breeder received. Awesome McLaren Our Moment 10-8-04 4 1 Harvey NOVEMBER 6 Awesome McLaren Yahshua 20-8-04 2 1 Dalton Heats John Klose Retravision 5th Grade Series (4 heats, every Banker Hud Lady Muffin 17-8-04 2 5 Robb CAPALABA starter makes a final. Normal prizemoney. If more than 64 Banker Hud Regina Will 6-8-04 3 5 McHattan SEPTEMBER 25 noms, we will conduct 8 heats and 8 finals. First and second Banker Hud Zip Zips 18-8-04 4 4 Plant Heats Michael Miller Memorial 5th Grade Series $6000 to in each heat into a final (winner $800) - fastest 2 thirds as Bearability Bailing Hoppy 10-8-04 5 2 Dacey winner of final, 2nd $1500, 3rd $500, 4th $100. The number reserves; Third and Fourth in each heat to a final (winner Bigbad Luther Onya Taz 25-7-04 5 4 Wilkes of heats will be conditional of noms received. Club will run $400) - fastest 2 fifths as reserves; Fifth and Sixth in each Bitability Bale Angel’s Princess 1-8-04 5 3 Morris Bitability Bale Sweet Cascade 8-9-04 5 5 Sykes as many heats as possible. Two consolation finals. heat to a final (winner $300) Fastest 2 sevenths as reserves; Brett Lee Yo Yo’s Gem 21-8-04 3 3 Eddie Maiden and graded to make up program. Seventh and Eight in each heat to a final (winner $250); as Bright Ebony Debjon Girl 29-8-04 6 2 Simon OCTOBER 2 well as being drawn as reserves these greyhounds will be Bright Ebony Emma’s Angel 27-7-04 1 2 Perry Michael Miller Memorial 5th Grade Final drawn; in their respective finals; where a dead heat occurs Elite State Drop Of Havoc 20-8-04 3 4 Andrews Miller Memorial Consolation, winner $1000, 2nd $300, 3rd and a draw is necessary the stewards will conduct a draw to Elite State Gem Cutter 12-8-04 3 8 White $200, 4th $50. For greyhounds who contested the heats but determine which dogs contest which final). Go Wild Teddy Kissin’ Bobbie 6-8-04 3 8 Comerford did not make the final. If 16 noms received, 2 consolations Maiden Go Wild Teddy Little Stanley 20-8-04 7 3 Stanley will be run with same prizemoney. Maiden Bitches Royal Pilgrim Lady Alabaster 5-8-04 1 4 Clack Maiden Juvenile Trophy Race Scottish Express Miss Eliminator 20-8-04 3 3 Cumner Southern Champ Ozzy Tina 18-7-04 2 6 Castle Racing

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4th Grade 4th Grade Bitches Owners and trainers should be aware, the Best 8 Forthcoming Events are correct at the time TOWNSVILLE NOVEMBER 13 of publication, but each club reserves the SEPTEMBER 30 John Klose Retravision 5th Grade Series Finals right to change or delete any race/races etc. 498m Final Townsville Derby Maiden 498m Final Townsville Futurity Maiden Bitches Maiden and graded 5th Grade OCTOBER 7 5th Grade Bitches OCTOBER 9 5th Grade Heats (380m) 4th Grade No racing Maiden & graded 4th Grade Bitches Track maintenance OCTOBER 14 Juvenile Trophy Race OCTOBER 16 5th Grade Final (380m) Best 8 Maiden 460m Maiden & graded NOVEMBER 20 5th Grade 460m OCTOBER 21 Ken Smith Memorial Maiden heats (as many heats as possible) 4th Grade Heats 460m 3rd-4th Grade Heats (380m) Capalaba Pet Food 3rd-4th Grade Heats Best 8 460m Maiden & graded 5th Grade Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit OCTOBER 28 5th Grade Bitches OCTOBER 23 3rd-4th Grade Final (380m) Best 8 Heats Anniversary Cup 550m open graded Best 32, Heat Maiden & graded NOVEMBER 27 Prizemoney 1st $305, 2nd $115, 3rd $60. Nom fee $15 NOVEMBER 4 Ken Smith Memorial Maiden Final 1st $1000 plus trophy Maiden Heats 460m Maiden & graded Capalaba Pet Food 3rd-4th Grade Final, 1st $500 plus trophy 5th Grade 460m NOVEMBER 11 Shiny Happy Puppies Veterans Stake - open to all for 4th Grade Final 460m Young Guns Classic Series 2 Heats (498m) greyhounds 30 greyhounds 4 years and older on the date of the race and Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit months or younger at 11-11-04 haven’t won for 3 months or longer, $300 to winner. OCTOBER 30 Maiden & graded Maiden 2004 Bundy Challenge Day NOVEMBER 18 Maiden Bitches Final Anniversary Cup 550m Young Guns Classic Final (498m) 1st $2500, 2nd $1000, 3rd 5th Grade Maiden Final 460m $500 5th Grade Bitches Bundy Challenge Best 8 460m Maiden & graded 4th Grade 5th Grade 460m NOVEMBER 25 4th Grade Bitches 4th Grade 460m Maiden & graded Best 8 Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit DECEMBER 2 DECEMBER 4 NOVEMBER 6 Maiden 1000 Heats (380m) Young Guns Heats (non penalty) 30 months or younger at Young Guns Heats (460m) Best 32, 30 months or younger at Maiden & graded date of heats. date of heats, $15 nom fee. Heats 1st $205. DECEMBER 9 Maiden Maiden (460m) Maiden 1000 Final (380m) Maiden Bitches 4th-5th Grade (550m) Anniversary Sprint Heats (380m) 5th Grade Best 8 (460m) Maiden & graded 5th Grade Bitches Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit DECEMBER 16 4th Grade NOVEMBER 13 Anniversary Sprint Final (380m) 4th Grade Bitches Young Guns Final (460m) Maiden & graded Best 8 Maiden-5th Grade (550m) DECEMBER 23 DECEMBER 11 4th-5th Grade Heats (460m) best 16 No meeting Young Guns Final 1st $2500, 2nd $1000, 3rd $500, 4th $50 Best 8 (550m) DECEMBER 30 Heats John Klose Retravision 5th Grade Series (4 heats, every Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit No meeting starter makes a final. Normal prizemoney. If more than 64 NOVEMBER 20 noms, we will conduct 8 heats and 8 finals. First and second Maiden (460m) in each heat into a final (winner $800) - fastest 2 thirds as 4th-5th Grade Final (460m) reserves; Third and Fourth in each heat to a final (winner 5th Grade (550m) $400) - fastest 2 fifths as reserves; Fifth and Sixth in each 3rd-4th Grade (550m) heat to a final (winner $300) Fastest 2 sevenths as reserves; 1st-2nd Grade (460m) Seventh and Eight in each heat to a final (winner $250); as Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit well as being drawn as reserves these greyhounds will be NOVEMBER 27 drawn; in their respective finals; where a dead heat occurs Maiden (460m) and a draw is necessary the stewards will conduct a draw to 5th Grade (460m) determine which dogs contest which final). 4th Grade (460m) Other graded and maiden as required. QLD STUD DOG Best 8 (550m) DECEMBER 18 Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit John Klose Retravision 5th Grade Series Finals DECEMBER 2 STATISTICS 5th grade Maiden-5th Grade (550m) 5th Grade Bitches May 2004 5th Grade (460m) 4th Grade 4th Grade (460m) 4th Grade Bitches Abbreviations: - NIW - Not in Whelp, APD - all pups deceased, NNR - no notification received Best 8 (460m) from breeder, I-S B - Interstate Breeder. The GRA does not record the breeder’s name of interstate Juvenile Trophy Race whelped litters. The name on the service notice is not necessarily the name of the Breeder. Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit Best 8 Sire Dam Service Whelp Dog Bitch Breeder DECEMBER 11 Angry Arthur Bullant 3-5-04 Niw Anderson Maiden Heats (460m) Best 24 Araluen Blue Swiss Wristwatch 11-5-04 Niw Bennetts NO RACING UNTIL JANUARY 8 Awesome Mclaren Starring Stella 5-5-04 Apd Green 5th Grade Heats (460m) Best 24 Ballistic Jet Brandon Sky 18-5-04 19-7-04 1 3 Felgate No trialling Dec 26. Other trial days as normal. Banker Hud Fanchon Bale 5-5-04 7-7-04 5 5 Wilkes 3rd-4th Grade (550m) Banker Hud Infectious 7-5-04 9-7-04 2 4 Tosca Synd Best 8 (460m) Banker Hud Modern Gairn 15-5-04 Nnr Felgate Bearability St. Cloud 8-5-04 12-7-04 4 8 Perkins Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit Bearability Wascaly Wabbit 24-5-04 27-7-04 2 3 Wabbitt Synd BUNDABERG DECEMBER 18 Bearability Gally’s Girl 26-5-04 21-7-04 2 3 Warner Bigbad Luther Onya Taz 19-5-04 25-7-04 5 4 Wilkes Xmas Cup (550m) Best 8 Bitability Bale Slowood 2-5-04 20-7-04 6 6 Roobottom SEPTEMBER 25 Bitability Bale Sister Madley 25-5-04 26-7-04 4 I-S B Xmas Sprint (460m) Best 8 BGBOTA Maiden Final (460m) Bitability Bale Angel’s Princess 30-5-04 1-8-04 5 3 Morris Maiden Final (460m) Jackson Brandon Never Repeat 18-5-04 20-7-04 3 4 Hastie Maiden (460m) Jackson Brandon Angel House 20-5-04 21-7-04 5 3 Felgate 5th Grade Final (460m) Just The Best Bentley One Dot 14-5-04 18-7-04 2 1 Felgate 4th-5th Grade (550m) Just The Best Illuminate 21-5-04 18-7-04 3 3 Felgate Battlers Stk (460m) 4th-5th Grade For greyhounds who have 4th Grade (460m) Just The Best Brandon Blue 24-5-04 25-7-04 4 6 Felgate not won in past 4 starts. Just The Best Top Shelf 30-5-04 Nnr Ivers Best 8 (460m) Lindale Blue Roshana Reason 28-5-04 29-7-04 5 3 Archer & Robartson Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit Lohman Princess County 20-5-04 Niw Dillon Graded 460m, 550m, 720m as noms permit Royal Pilgrim Kalu 12-5-04 15-7-04 3 5 Hose Royal Pilgrim Polaxena 19-5-04 22-7-04 12 I-S B Royal Pilgrim April’s Promise 31-5-04 2-8-04 6 2 Kevill Scottish Express Melody Park 22-5-04 26-7-04 3 4 Cheers Southern Champ Ozzy Tina 12-5-04 18-7-04 2 6 Castle Racing Southern Champ Our Casablanca 26-5-04 26-7-04 4 4 Judd Southern Champ Hurricane Jess 31-5-04 30-7-04 8 I-S B Viper’s Sting Katriona Osti 7-5-04 10-7-04 5 2 Renner

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Owners and trainers should be aware, the Maiden, Graded Events NOVEMBER 22 Forthcoming Events are correct at the time CAIRNS 3-Win Series Heats (456m) No more than 3 wins at this SEPTEMBER 25 of publication, but each club reserves the distance at time of noms, normal prizemoney 410m Short Course Open Final 1st $310 right to change or delete any race/races etc. Best 8 (541m) OCTOBER 2 3rd-4th Grade (456m) 544m Futurity Best 8 1st $375 Maiden, Graded Events 544m Derby Best 8 1st $375 NOVEMBER 29 Maiden/Graded Races 410, 544, 630M 3-Win Series Final (456m) 1st $500 OCTOBER 9 best 8 (310m) No Racing Maiden (456m) OCTOBER 16 Maiden, Graded Events 410m Spring Cup 4th-5th Grade Heats 1st $205 DECEMBER 6 Maiden/Graded Races 410, 544, 630M Club Stks (541m) Not won this distance OCTOBER 21 Best 8 (456m) 410m Spring Cup 4th-5th Grade Final 1st $240 2nd-3rd Grade (310m) Maiden/Graded Races 410/544/630M Maiden, Graded Events OCTOBER 30 DECEMBER 13 No Racing Christmas Cup heats (456m) Best 16 NOVEMBER 6 4th-5th Grade (541m) 410m Presidents Cup 3rd-4th Grade 1st $260 Maiden, Graded Events Maiden/Graded 410/544/630m DECEMBER 20 NOVEMBER 13 Christmas Cup Final (456m) 1st $500 410m Maiden 1st $220 Goodbye 2004 Best 8 (310m) NOVEMBER 20 Maiden, Graded Events 410m Best 8 1st $310 Memorial Night - Trophies Maiden/Graded 410/544/630m NOVEMBER 27 ROCKHAMPTON No Racing SEPTEMBER 30 (N) DECEMBER 2 Best 8 (407m) 1st $350 544m 4th-5th Grade 1st $285 Graded as per noms Maiden/Graded 410/544/630m OCTOBER 9 (D) DECEMBER 11 CQ Motor Repairers Derby Heats (510m) for dogs whelped 410m GRA Young Guns Heats (30months or younger at date on or after 1-1-02, heat winners $330 of heats) 1st $275 GRA Maiden 1000 Heats (407m) 544m Xmas Cup Open Heats 1st $340 Graded as per noms Maiden/Graded 410/544/630m OCTOBER 14 (N) DECEMBER 18 CQ Motor Repairers Derby Final (510m) 1st $1000 plus rug, 410m GRA Young Guns Final 1st $2500, 2nd $1000, 3rd 2nd $300, 3rd $100 $500. GRA Maiden 1000 Final (407m) 1st $1000, 2nd $350, 3rd 544m Xmas Cup Open Final 1st $375 $100. Maiden/Graded 410/544/630m OCTOBER 21 (N) Don Matsen Memorial Best 8 310m, 1st $350, 2nd $120, 3rd DECEMBER 25 Young Guns Classic Heats (510m) 30 months or younger at $80 No Racing date of heats, heat winners $330 4th-5th Grade 456m Graded as per noms Maiden and Graded Events 310, 456, 541m OCTOBER 28 (N) OCTOBER 25 Young Guns Final (510m) 1st $2500, 2nd $1000, 3rd $500 4th-5th Grade 541m MACKAY Graded as per noms Best 8 456m SEPTEMBER 27 NOVEMBER 6 (D) 2nd-3rd Grade 310m Best 8 456m Graded as per noms Maiden, Graded Events Best 8 310m NOVEMBER 13 (D) NOVEMBER 1 Maiden and Graded Events 3rd-4th Grade Heats (407m) Monty Parsons Memorial (541m) 4th-5th Grade OCTOBER 4 Graded as per noms Best 8 (541m) Best 8 310m NOVEMBER 18 (N) Maiden (456m) 4th-5th Grade 456m 3rd-4th Grade Final (510m) 1st $270 Maiden, Graded Events Maiden, Graded events 310, 456, 541m Maiden 1000 Heats (407m) NOVEMBER 8 OCTOBER 11 Graded as per noms 4th-5th Grade Heats (456m) normal prizemoney Heats NQ Maiden 1000 Series 310m DECEMBER 2 (N) Best 8 (310m) 5th grade 541m Maiden 1000 Final (407m) 1st $1000, 2nd $350, 3rd $150 Maiden, Graded Events Best 8 456m Graded as per noms NOVEMBER 15 No other Maidens this meeting 4th-5th Grade Final (456m) 1st $500 OCTOBER 18 Best 8 (456m) Final NQ Maiden 1000 Series 310m, 1st $1000, 2nd $350, 3rd $150

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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 32 Grading Guidelines (updated 1 November 2003) graded as 5th Grade providing it has not forfeited its grades All tracks are divided into five classes, made up as by winning distance events on Class 1 or 2 tracks. follows: In such cases a greyhound will forfeit its grade up to **Please see attachment for interstate tracks 3rd Grade but will be locked in at that Grade for its initial Class 1: City class start on a Class 3 track. (a) Brisbane Monday (b).Brisbane Thursday (c) All Queensland * Winning performances in races over a distance greater interstate city tracks ** than 600 metres will not attract a penalty in races over Class 2: shorter distances. (a) Ipswich Tuesday. (b) Gold Coast Wednesday (c) * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) Selected Interstate Tracks. ** consecutive unplaced performances in Class 3 distance Class 3: events. (a) Gold Coast Tuesday (b) Ipswich Wednesday (c) Grading System * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be Brisbane Friday eligible to win one (1) fifth. (d) Selected Interstate Tracks. ** Transtion Rule: Class 4: In the event of a greyhound having raced as a 4th grade (a) Bundaberg (b) Rockhampton (c) Townsville (d) and having won one (1) 4th grade before 1/11/03 the Mackay (e) Cairns greyhound will be re-graded as a 3rd grade for it’s first start Class 5: from 1/11/03. (a) Capalaba (b) All Interstate Straight tracks ** CLASS 4 GRADING General Information Sprint Events A maiden can be won at any track within a Class. * As of the 1st September, 1997 greyhounds which A greyhound winning outside a maiden qualifying are Maidens and or who have won a Maiden or Juvenile series is automatically scratched from that series. only will be eligible to win two (2) fifths and two (2) fourths To be eligible to nominate for a sprint event or juvenile on Class 4 Tracks only before progressing to 3rd grade. at Brisbane Monday & Thursday, a greyhound must have Normal penalties apply if greyhound wins on higher Class won one (1) circle event on either a Class 2, 3 or 4 track. of track first. Others only eligible to win one (1) fifth and To be eligible to nominate for a distance event 710m circle event or greyhounds returning one (1) fourth before progressing to 3rd grade. at Brisbane Monday or Thursday a greyhound must have from 4th Grade. * A greyhound having its first start on a Class 4 track won or been placed in a race of 600m or more. 4th Grade - For winners of 5th in a graded sprint event (races over 600m or less) will be In graded events which are not regarded as non-penalty, Grade or greyhounds returning from 3rd graded as 5th Grade providing it hasn’t forfeited its grades a greyhound winning a heat, semi-final and final (or any Grade. by winning Sprint events on Class 1, 2 or 3 tracks. two of those) will be penalised only one (1) Grade. 3rd Grade - For winners of 4th * In such case a greyhound will forfeit its grade up to Greyhounds that have been pre-graded into two (2) Grade or greyhounds returning from 2nd 3rd Grade but will be locked in at that Grade for its initial races of a similar Grade within a Class and are successful Grade. start on a Class 4 track. in both will be penalised only one Grade. 2nd Grade - For winners of 3rd * Winning performances in Sprint events will not attract Alternatively greyhounds that have been pre-graded Grade or greyhounds returning from 1st a penalty in Distance events (races longer than 600m). into two (2) races of a similar Grade within a Class and Grade. * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) have their third unplaced performance at the first of the 1st Grade - For winners of 2nd consecutive unplaced performances in Class 4 distance pre-graded races and then win at the second of the pre- Grade. events. graded races will be elevated to the next grade. Alternatively * To drop a grade a greyhound must * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be greyhounds running a place will remain in the same grade. have run three (3) consecutive unplaced eligible to win one (1) fifth and one (1) fourth. Heats and normal graded events will be blind drawn. performances in Sprint distance events Distance Grading on a Class 1 track (race over a distance * As of the 1st September, 1997 greyhounds which Best Of Events of 600 metres or less). are Maidens and or who have won a Maiden or Juvenile Where best of events are programmed by a club the * Upon dropping in Grade a only will be eligible to win two (2) fifths and two (2) fourths order of choice will not apply. These races will still be graded greyhound will only be eligible to win on Class 4 Tracks only before progressing to 3rd grade. in the opinion of the Grading Panel. one (1) fifth and one. Normal penalties apply if greyhound wins on higher Class Mixed Graded Events Transtion Rule: of track first. Others only eligible to win one (1) fifth and Events which are combined by two grades the higher In the event of a greyhound having one (1) fourth before progressing to 3rd grade. of the two grades will be included first followed by the lower raced as a 4th grade and having won one * A greyhound having its first start in a graded race on grade regardless of form. This will apply to the following (1) 4th grade before 1/11/03 the a Class 4 track over a distance greater than 600m will be races, 5th/Maiden, 4th/5th, 3rd/4th, 2nd/3rd & 1st/2nd greyhound will be re-graded as a 3rd graded as 5th Grade providing it has not forfeited its grade grade. grade for it’s first start from 1/11/03. by winning distance events on Class 1, 2, or 3 tracks. Consolation Events Distance Grading 710m * In such case a greyhound will forfeit its grade up to Where a club programs a consolation event, greyhounds As at November 1, 2003 3rd Grade but will be locked in at that Grade for its initial will be graded on their placings in the heats of the particular greyhounds will be permitted to win two start on a Class 4 track. event. (2) fifth grades and one (1) fourth grade * Winning performances in races over a distance greater Blind Draw/Seeding at Class 1, 2 and 3 tracks before than 600m will not attract a penalty in races over shorter Where a club programs a series consisting of qualifying progressing to 3rd grade. distances. trials or heats these races will be blind drawn with trainers 5th Grade - For greyhounds who * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) being guarded. have won or been placed in a race of consecutive unplaced performances in Class 4 distance On a program if there are 2 or more races of the same 600m or more and greyhounds returning events. grade and distance these races will be blind drawn with from 4th Grade. * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be trainers still being guarded. 4th Grade - For winners of Class 1 distance 5th Grade graded as 5th Grade providing it has not forfeited its grades eligible to win one (1) fifth and one (1) fourth. and greyhounds returning from 3rd Grade. by winning distance events on Class 1 city tracks. Special Events 3rd Grade - For winners of Class 1 distance 4th Grade In such case a greyhound will forfeit its grade up to Capalaba Grading Trainers with 4th and 5th grade greyhounds wishing and greyhounds returning from 2nd Grade. 3rd Grade but will be locked in at that Grade for its initial A greyhound is eligible to win two (2) fifth and two to nominate for “Best of Races” are required to indicate the 2nd Grade - For winners of Class 1 distance 3rd Grade start on a Class 2 track. (2) fourth grades before progressing to 3rd grade provided name of the event on the nomination form. There was a and greyhounds returning from 1st Grade. * Winning performances in races over a distance greater the greyhound is a maiden and has won a maiden of juvenile case recently with the Kedron-Wavell Services Club Cup, 1st Grade - For winners of Class 1 distance 2nd Grade. than 600 metres will not attract a penalty in races over only as at 1 May, 2000. Others only eligible to win one (1) some trainers believed the 4th and 5th grade greyhounds * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) shorter distances. fifth and one (1) fourth before progressing to 3rd grade. should have been used to fill up the fields. This is not the consecutive unplaced performances in Class 1 distance * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) Upon dropping in grade a greyhound will only be eligible case, unless the trainer had specifically nominated for the events (races over a distance greater than 600m on city class consecutive unplaced performances in Class 2 distance win one (1) fifth and one (1) fourth grade. To drop a grade event. tracks) events. a greyhound must run three (3) consecutive unplaced * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be performances on a class 5 track. Absence From Racing eligible to win one (1) fifth. eligible to win one (1) fifth. A greyhound not previously establishing a grade (e.g. Greyhounds that have not started for a period of six Transtion Rule: Transtion Rule: starting in a graded race or juvenile) at the Capalaba Club (6) months or longer at the date of the meeting will In the event of a greyhound having raced as a 4th grade In the event of a greyhound having raced as a 4th grade or an interstate straight track but having up to: Automatically be dropped a grade on their return to the and having won one (1) 4th grade before 1/11/03 the and having won one (1) 4th grade before 1/11/03 the Five (5) wins at a circle track will be a Fifth Grade; racetrack. greyhound will be re-graded as a 3rd grade for it’s first start greyhound will be re-graded as a 3rd grade for it’s first start Six to ten (6-10) wins at a circle track will be a Fourth Greyhounds will only be dropped a grade at the first from 1/11/03. from 1/11/03. Grade. class of track for which they are nominated. The greyhound 11 wins or more at a circle track will be Third Grade. will remain the same grade at all other classes of track. CLASS 2 GRADING CLASS 3 GRADING A greyhound winning a race on a class 5 track will not Greyhounds that have not started for a period of (12) Sprint Events Sprint Events be penalised on circle tracks excepting a maiden winner. months must perform a satisfactory Steward’s trial over the As at November 1, 2003 greyhounds will be permitted As at November 1, 2003 greyhounds will be permitted A greyhound which has already established its grade distance at which you intend to nominate. to win two (2) fifth grades and one (1) fourth grade at Class to win two (2) fifth grades and one (1) fourth grade at Class at Capalaba will not be further penalised there for winning 1, 2 and 3 tracks before progressing to 3rd grade. Normal 1, 2 and 3 tracks before progressing to 3rd grade. Normal on circle tracks e.g. must have started in a juvenile or graded Non penalty events penalties apply if greyhound wins on higher Class of track penalties apply if greyhound wins on higher Class of track event, not a maiden. All those events conducted in QUEENSLAND ONLY first. first. that are restricted by age (eg Derby, Futurity, Young Star * A greyhound having its first start on a Class 2 track * A greyhound having its first start on a Class 3 track Juvenile Stake Classic, Puppy Stakes etc) will remain non-penalty. in a graded Sprint event (races over 600 metres or less) will in a graded Sprint event (races over 600 metres or less) will 1 For greyhounds 24 months or younger (at the date be graded as 5th Grade providing it hasn’t forfeited its be graded as 5th Grade providing it hasn’t forfeited its of the meeting) who have not won a graded event at the Nominating for Best 8 grades by winning Sprint events on Class 1 city tracks. grades by winning Sprint events on Class 1 or 2 tracks. closing time of nominations. If a nominated greyhound has attained Grade 3 on any In such a case a greyhound will forfeit its grade up to In such a case a greyhound will forfeit its grade up to 2 Maidens ineligible. class of track the nominee cannot stipulate no best 8. 3rd Grade but will be locked in at that Grade for its initial 3rd Grade but will be locked in at that Grade for its initial 3 A greyhound can win only one Juvenile race in each start on a Class 2 track. start on a Class 3 track. Class (Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) and in any order. Reserves * Winning performances in Sprint events will not attract * Winning performances in Sprint events will not attract 4 Heats and finals within a Class are classified as one When a greyhound is classified as a reserve and does a penalty in Distance events (races longer than 600m). a penalty in Distance events (races longer than 600m). win. not gain a start, although eligible to compete, the Grader * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) * To drop in grade a greyhound must run three (3) 5 Juvenile wins in any Class will not affect the grade shall include it in the original draw of the same GRADE consecutive unplaced performances in Class 2 Sprint races. consecutive unplaced performances in Class 3 Sprint races. of the greyhound. and DISTANCE for the next meeting of the club, provided * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be * Upon dropping in Grade a greyhound will only be 6 Should there be sufficient nominations for two normal that a fresh nomination form is furnished. eligible to win one (1) fifth. eligible to win one (1) fifth. Juvenile races on a programme then the races will be blind If a fresh nomination is not provided and there is a Transtion Rule: Transtion Rule: drawn. Heats of Juveniles will continue to be blind drawn. race available the Reserve right will be lost. Greyhounds In the event of a greyhound having raced as a 4th grade In the event of a greyhound having raced as a 4th grade 7 Winners of a non-penalty event are still eligible for drawn as reserves in races in which they had to qualify and and having won one (1) 4th grade before 1/11/03 the and having won one (1) 4th grade before 1/11/03 the Juvenile class. also drawn as reserves in Best of events in any grade will greyhound will be re-graded as a 3rd grade for it’s first start greyhound will be re-graded as a 3rd grade for it’s first start 8 Greyhounds pre-graded into more than one Juvenile carry NO reserve right. from 1/11/03. from 1/11/03. event within a class are eligible to win all events. Finally, Graders do have discretionary powers. Distance Events Distance Events 9 Winning a graded race disqualifies eligibility for a As at November 1, 2003 greyhounds will be permitted As at November 1, 2003 greyhounds will be permitted juvenile from there on, unless already pre-graded into a CLASS 1 CITY GRADING to win two (2) fifth grades and one (1) fourth grade at Class to win two (2) fifth grades and one (1) fourth grade at Class juvenile event. Sprint Racing 520/600m 1, 2 and 3 tracks before progressing to 3rd grade. Normal 1, 2 and 3 tracks before progressing to 3rd grade. Normal 10 Nominations must indicate if you want/do not want As at November 1, 2003 greyhounds will be permitted penalties apply if greyhound wins on higher Class of track penalties apply if greyhound wins on higher Class of track to be considered for a Juvenile. e.g. Indicate by writing to win two (2) fifth grades and one (1) fourth grade at Class first. first. Juvenile only or Juvenile or 5th Grade. OR 5th Grade only. 1, 2 and 3 tracks before progressing to 3rd grade. * A greyhound having its first start in a graded race on * A greyhound having its first start in a graded race on If a nomination is left open greyhound will be 5th Grade - For winners of at least one Class 2, 3 or 4 a Class 2 track over a distance greater than 600m will be a Class 3 track over a distance greater than 600m will be considered for a Juvenile or Graded Race.

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 33 GAP headed to the Alexis and Brisbane Exhibition and the Beaudesert Show in the past few weeks. Ella make the

Volunteers (left) help out at perfect 'show Beaudesert and schoolkids took to the dogs as well. and tell'

Greyhound Adoption Program News

By Sheree Buckley

GAP spent a day at the Brisbane Exhibition in August where we were welcomed with open arms by the public and also by the compares and organisers of the show. We had a wonderful parade of Gap dogs in the ring and I did my traditional public speech on why these dogs are such great pets. We did have a wonderful time and we met and spoke to a lot of people about these great dogs. We also attended the Beaudesert Show which was run over two days. We also were overwhelmed with compliments on the program and how professional our new look stand was. We also met up with some great schoolkids on the Friday. This is just a wonderful buzz to meet and talk to these children. They all have a positive outlook on life. They couldn’t wait to pat the dogs and ask questions about greyhounds in general and as pets. This proves to be a most productive avenue to point the program in this direction in the future. On the Saturday we had a few recent adoptees that were taken aback by the dedication of ALEXIS Jackson, 4, arrived home the people who are associated with Gap, that they came along and helped promote the program from pre-school and announced to to others. her parents it was her turn for “show This is what it is all about. The program can only go ahead with volunteers and if you look and tell”. after these people properly at first, they in turn become very interested in lending a hand. She decided that Aunty Michelle’s This is definitely a great move in the right direction. retired greyhound Ella (aka Fast As any greyhound family In closing I would like to thank everyone who supports the program and also who give Catch) would be it. would know ... start 'em countless hours promoting these great dogs on our promotional stand at all our venues. Alexis had always had a fear of young in the industry. big dogs, but the constant company of Ella soon quelled that to the extent that wherever Alexis went, so went Ella. PUPS FOR SALE Consent was obtained from the pre-school and off went Alexis, her 6 months old, whelped April 1 For Sale mum Leanne and Aunty Michelle Exciting Combination 4-berth Greyhound (Payne) and of course Ella. Trailer Ella was an instant hit with the Banker Hud/La Belle Gazelle children, so much so that at least one 'Last chance to get in on the ground floor' Insulated, Easy to Tow, young boy was heard begging his dad Sire: 23 wins, 8 2nds, 3 3rds USA Good Condition, for a dog just like Ella. Dam: 24 wins, 5 2nds 3 3rds Unregistered Many fears of dogs wearing Pups $1000 or muzzles were dispelled that day and Must Sell greyhounds were seen in a new light buy a pair for $1600 GREYHOUNDS FLY $1500 by many. Contact Graham Anderson Now, whenever Alexis goes (07) 40632404 WITH JET PETS missing at home, the first place to 0416 184495 look is the kennels as she will often Inspect at Coominya Lodge Tel (07) 38683488 curl up with her favourite dog for a (07) 54264276 ASK FOR JASON (07) 32904495 rest. GOING ON TOLEDO TRAILERS AUSTRALIA’S FINEST FLOATS WHEELS FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND HOLIDAY? DON’T FOLLOW THE LEADER OWN THE LEADER ... Need someone to look after TOLEDO!!! NEW SALES your dogs & property? SPARES Email: [email protected] TOUGH Gary & Margaret NEW Transport Service for Dogs McKnight INTERIORS Based on North Coast of NSW, ideally NOW located to provide flexible service (of Gotta Answer fame) AVAILABLE covering Brisbane-Sydney and are available to "house-sit" AUSTRALIA WIDE DELIVERY surrounding areas via Pacific Highway and "greyhound-sit" at your INTERSTATE and New England Highway with property. TRANSPORTERS PREFERRED FLOAT possibility of other areas in QLD/NSW Anywhere Qld/NSW. FREECALL 1800 454443 Call Greg (02) 6686 0670 or (08) 82808800 (07) 54948298 or 0412 993461 www.toledotrailers.com.au 0419 403 564

The (October, 2004) Journal Page 34 QLD TRACKS GRADING SCHEDULE BRISBANE: Loam 395m, 520m, 600m, 710m. Race Monday night The meetings shown below will be graded in the order in which they (Class 1) and Thursday nights (Class 1) and Friday Twilight (Class 3). appear on each particular day. General Manager: Alan Henderson. Ph: 07 3862 1744. Monday BUNDABERG: Grass 460m, 550m, 720m. Race on Saturday 1 Brisbane Thur Class 1 afternoons. Secretary: Jackie Scott. Ph: 07 4152 2033. 2 Rockhampton Thur/Sat Class 4 CAIRNS: Loam 410m, 544m, 630m. Race on Saty afternoon. GRA Tuesday Secretary: Kathy King. Ph: 07 40541036. 1 Brisbane Fri Class 3 CAPALABA: Grass 366m straight. Race on Saturday afternoon, Old 2 Cairns Mon Class 4 Cleveland Road, Capalaba. Secretary Bernie Culey. Ph: 07 3390 2772. 3 Bundaberg Fri/Sat Class 4 GOLD COAST: Loam 373m, 401m, 429m, 457m, 622m, 650m, Wednesday 732m. Race Tuesday and Wednesday at Parklands, Southport. Secretary: 1 Capalaba Sat Class 5 Graeme Jupp. Ph: 07 5532 2611. 2 Brisbane Mon Class 1 IPSWICH: Loam 431m, 520m, 630m, 710m. Race Tuesday night 3 Mackay Mon Class 4 (Class 2) and Wednesday night (Class 3) at Ipswich Showgrounds: (07) Notices Thursday 3202 2977. 1 Gold Coast Tues Class 3 MACKAY: Grass 310m, 456m, 541m, 744m. Race Monday night at 2 Ipswich Tues Class 2 Mackay Showgrounds. Ph: 07 49511680. Friday ROCKHAMPTON: Loam 407m, 510m, 630m. Race every second 1 Gold Coast Wed Class 2 Thursday night at Callaghan Park. Secretary: Emily Hill. 07 49225793. 2 Ipswich Wed Class 3 TOWNSVILLE: Loam 380m, 498m, 643m. Race on Thursday night. 3 Townsville Thur Class 4 Secretary:Jenny Heery. Ph: 07 47721742. Noms for all meetings close at the GRA at 8.30am. CENTRALISED PRIZEMONEY TELEPHONE NOMS may be placed from 7-8.30am by phoning 1800 The GRA has assumed the responsibility for payment of prizemoney 851 155 (toll free). A written nomination will be required for greyhounds on behalf of all clubs in Queensland. The method is by electronic funds either owned or trained by interstate licensees having its first Queensland transfer only to a nominated bank account. start. Prizemoney is paid to the trainer acting as agent for the owner, unless the owner specifically requests in writing to the GRA that prizemoney is CONTACTING GRADING PANEL paid to him/her. The Grading Panel is available for queries regarding a greyhound’s grade Kennel information for greyhounds leaving or entering kennels is or to clarify grading guidelines only. They can be contacted from 2-3pm compulsory and facilitates the payment of prizemoney to the correct person. Monday-Friday. Prizemoney payments up to $5000 will be made on the Monday of each week for the preceding week’s racing (Monday to Sunday) regardless of whether the greyhound has been swabbed. If a greyhound has been QLD REGISTERED swabbed and prizemoney is $5000 or more the payment will be made once the swab has been cleared. TRIAL TRACKS For all payments either a Recipient Created Tax Invoice or an Invoice/ TRACK & ADDRESS MANAGER Statement will be mailed detailing date, track, greyhound’s name and BEENLEIGH GLEN HARTIG amount deposited. month 7-8.30am. 38-44 James Street 32996336 Beenleigh Showgrounds second Sunday of month 8.30-10am. Mango Beenleigh 4207 VACCINATION BOOSTER Hill Trial Track Last Sunday of month 8-9am. Litters and other times by GOLDEN VIEW LLOYD COYNE Compulsory from 1 July 2003 appointment. 1169 Atkinson Dam Road 0754 264227 Vaccination/Booster notification - refer Greyhound Racing Authority Contact Graham Haswell 0419 726 773 or (07) 5479 6640 Lowood 4311 (Queensland) General Rule 88 (a)(i)(ii). As from 1 July 2003 for greyhounds JENSEN TERRY LAFFERTY to be eligible to nominate to race in Queensland the following requirement ADVERTISERS NOTE 82 Haynes Road 0747 516338 applies: Casual (single edition) advertisements will NOT be accepted without Jensen 4818 Greyhounds whelped on or after 1 April 2001. payment by cheque, money or credit card prior to publication. Classified METROPOLITAN RODNEY TAYLOR Greyhounds over the age of 12 months require proof of vaccination adverts will not be accepted unless sent to The Editor, PO Box 537, Everton Pine Rivers Showground 3205 5040 with at least a C3 vaccination being administered over the age of 12 months. Park, 4053. These adverts must be written out and payment included. Gympie Road And/or Contact David Brasch (07) 33556019. Lawnton 4500 Greyhounds having first Queensland start require proof of vaccination PARK RIDGE ROBERT ESSEX with at least a C3 vaccination being administered over the age of 12 months. AUSTRALIAN STUD BOOK No 51 39 Andrew Road 3297 1105 Proof of vaccination to be provided prior to nomination: Now available at GRA office $44 (includes GST) plus postage. Greenbank 4124 Proof may be in the form of the greyhound’s vaccination record book POSTMAN’S RIDGE JOHN COLLINS or a certificate of vaccination signed by a registered Veterinarian. Rule Amendment effective 1 July 2004. 147 Murphy’s Creek Road 0746 303688 Record book and/or certificate must show greyhound’s ear brand, Litters to be Registered. Rule 58 (c)(v) Postman’s Ridge 4352 colour, sex, whelping date and vaccine sticker or type of vaccine and Veterinary certification (for litters registered in Queensland in such WEST MORETON CHRISTINE BOURKE vaccination date. form as prescribed by the Board, in a form acceptable to the Board) of an 125A Chubb Street Trainer/owner kennelling details must be lodged with the GRA prior inoculation of the litter of at least a C3 (and such other inoculations as the Leichhardt 4305 to nomination. Board may prescribe from time to time) having been administered to the litter between the ages of 8 to 12 weeks. DISCLAIMER The Greyhound Journal regrets that it is not possible to verify information other than that conveyed in editorial content of the publication. 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The (October, 2004) Journal Page 35 IT’S ALL IN FASTEST CIRCLE TRACKS THE TIMING (Based on Track Records) The Good Angle Park Will greyhounds ever run any faster, or The Meadows 515m 17.83 m/sec 525m have the genes given up all they have to offer? With BRUCE Cannington 530m 17.72 By way of background, consider an Albion Park 17.60 interesting coincidence. We have just passed TEAGUE Wentworth Park 520m 17.49 Oil 520m 17.49 the 50th anniversary of the first sub-four Sandown Park minute mile, run by Roger Bannister at Traralgon 515m 17.46 Oxford in England. 513m 17.44 While Bannister was working up to that That’s over 10% of all racing distances, Bluffs Run (US) 17.15 event, at Australia’s original speed track, many of which are not programmed much. Another commonly used number is the (Claimed “World Record” 503m) Harold Park in Sydney, dogs were just getting Amazing! Best-of-Night time shown in all form guides. around to breaking 27 seconds for the 457m In spite of those performances, Unfortunately, it’s not of much help either. trip (then 500 yards). calculations suggest that, on average, today’s Statistical analysis shows unless the times are Of course, that was on the much faster dogs are no faster than those of a decade ago. related to the quality of dogs running around been any at all. grass surface and winners were often helped But they’re not slower either. they are simply not meaningful. They A good case could be made that most of by the ability to cut down off the hill at the To arrive at that certainly do not tell you much about the time reductions were due to outside top of the turn, scattering opposition and conclusion, I compared the speed of the track. influences such as dog management and track stopwatches on the way. winning times at popular Bruce Teague can Generally, the racing quality. TAB tracks in the mid- That sort of time, equivalent to around be contacted at industry’s customary Second, given the greyhound industry’s 17.0m per second, would barely win a maiden 1990s with those of the Fast/Good/Dead/Slow huge reliance on times as a measure of these days, just as a four minute mile would past couple of years. No [email protected] designations are of limited success, the industry would benefit from more be flat out earning a place (if they still ran comparisons can be made value. For greyhound research into this subject, leading to better races over the Imperial mile, which they for the Gold Coast, tracks in particular, they information for breeders, trainers, customers don’t). Ipswich and a few others can be downright and others. Record times at all the major circle tracks because of changes to the layouts or distances. misleading. In particular, the assessment of track now work out at 17.5m/s or better, an Strictly speaking, a range of tracks showed Ditto for “Rain” which can have a good conditions and the development of better improvement of the order of 3%, while top average race times had lengthened by between or bad effect on a loam track, depending on track design principles remain the two major one-turn times hit 18m/sec, or 6% faster. 0.03 seconds and 0.08 seconds. However, I how much there is and how long it has lasted. technical needs for the future. Loam surfaces are markedly slower than grass would discount that because there were Mind you, there is always the odd dog that How do you get into that? so the underlying speed gain is possibly of usually artificial reasons for those differences. hates the rain anyway. One way would be to contact a number of the order of 10%. For example, Albion Park now programs All things considered, it seems that times sports data analysis companies now providing Incidentally, you might win a bet or two more low class meetings which often (but not got a lot faster between 1950 and 1990, but services to various football codes, tennis, golf, on picking the fastest circle track in the always) involve slower dogs. Most TAB since then the improvement has tapered off. TV stations, etc, (they include ProWess country. It’s actually Adelaide’s Angle Park, tracks now run more maiden events, and many Where does this leave us? Sports, Champion Data, Namadgi, Cadability, thanks to the extraordinary Brett Lee. have 12-race meetings. Necessarily, they also First, aside from the odd spectacular Virtual Spectator and the Swinburne Institute His 28.88 run equates to 17.83m/sec and bring more inexperienced dogs onto the exception, we may have got close to the end of Technology - all have information on the is well clear of the next two at The Meadows scene. of natural speed development - if there has net). and Cannington, followed by a group of four Victoria has added “Non Penalty” in Albion Park, Wentworth Park, Sandown meetings in town on Wednesdays and at the Park and Traralgon. provincials on the weekend, both of which (I have long held that Traralgon offers include lesser lights with expected slower some of the cleanest-run races in the country, times. although it’s hard to say why). There are odd exceptions to the no-change It’s interesting to note that the most rule. Sandown Park is now a length faster. prolific record holder of the last decade, Surface maintenance perhaps? Tweed Heads Awesome Assassin, was not competitive Wentworth Park is slower by more than a around the tight Adelaide circuit. full length, which would be partly due to While the dog had learnt to rail fairly well messing around with the first turn and partly around the turns, he tended to run wide in the to a re-positioned timer. Coursing Club straights (a bit like Queensland favourite The latter came to light only when the club Questions) and obviously cost himself some was asked why first sectional times had time doing that. mysteriously slowed from the start of SATURDAY OCTOBER 2 From memory, Awesome Assassin owned December 2003. Twin Towns Maiden Heats (420m) For 32 maidens, $360 nine times at one stage and three are still in Maintenance Helps his name today. It’s also been common for clubs to Tweed Valley Stake (420m) Best 8, $800 Quite a few other records have been manicure their tracks prior to a big event - Stayers Stake (652m) Up to 7 wins, $650 around for a while. For example, Surf hoping for a record or two maybe? On a week SATURDAY OCTOBER 9 Lorian’s recent spectacular efforts at Albion to week basis, loam tracks can show speed Twin Towns Mixed Final (420m) $500 to winner Park only equalled Flying Amy’s eight years differences of plus or minus two lengths, and Maiden (420m) $360 old time. occasionally more, which can be a challenge In fact, it was that gap that prompted this for many fans. Maiden (520m) $360 look into recent developments. Fortunately, my computer program Stayers Stake (652m) Up to 3 wins, maidens eligible, $650 Records Abound estimates these differences by comparing SATURDAY OCTOBER 16 There’s no lack of speedy runs these days. placegetters’ times with their previous runs Maiden (420m) $360 I’ve lost count of the exact number now but and averaging the differences. Maiden (520m) $360 during the first half of 2004 alone I had to Periodic turning over of the top surface update between 40 and 50 track records has an impact, of course, but it’s hard to be October Novice Heats (420m) For 32 greyhounds 1-4 wins, $650 around the country (my database needs the sure when and how often clubs do this. Few SATURDAY OCTOBER 23 info). mention it. October Novice Final (420m) $1000 to winner Either way, it’s essential to keep track of Maiden (420m) $360 these jobs as they can make a huge difference Maiden (520m) $360 to race analyses. So beware - you can’t always Greyhound Data take form guide times at face value. Tweed Valley Sprint (520m) Best 8, $800 One job I wish time comparisons would Stayers Stake (652m) 1-7 wins, $800 Greyhound breeders should be do is to provide a measure of “class” - that SATURDAY OCTOBER 30 aware of the value of the fantastic subjective quality which would tell you how Maiden (420m) $360 website produced by Gunnar von good the field is. Maiden (520m) $360 Boehn in Stuttgart, Germany. Sadly, times are only a broad brush The site can be accessed via indication (despite their use as grading guides Tweed Valley Sprint (420m) Best 8, $800 www.greyhound-data.com in other countries). No doubt one reason for Coolangatta Stake (520m) Best 8, $800 It's well worth a look for the that is dogs are not machines and their times information available. The best of will vary naturally from week to week. its kind. Phone (07) 55364555 Fax (07) 55366894

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