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04 New Season | New Hope 03 WELCOME Tim Walker reminisces about the 2017/18 season, highlighting some of its stand-out performers and talks with industry experts to 16 COMMUNITY TAB preview the 2018/19 season ahead. Young riders competing in the Riding for the Disabled Association WA (RDAWA) 2018 Community TAB State Games. 08 The Bridge Bar Gloucester Park has seized the opportunity 18 BOTRA brought by the new Matagarup Bridge and Details of the third running of the Mouse have created The Bridge Bar, the perfect Racing Day Fundraiser, Stallion Service meeting place before Optus Stadium events. Auction and Downunder Sulky raffle.
21 2018/19 FEATURE RACES 12 Showcasing the Regions A detailed list of all feature race dates Julio Santarelli talks to Collie Harness Racing for the 2018/19 harness racing season. Club volunteer Hayley Wheeler, who's behind- the-scenes contributions to the club do not go unnoticed.
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HWA INDUSTRY NOTICES HARNESS WA EDITION 1 29 48 Stewards Notices Amendments to Rules EDITOR: Hayley McDermott of Racing CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Julio Santarelli, Tim Walker CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS: Scott Hamilton Media, 34 Jessica Ashcroft 54 Veterinary Notices Licensing, Registration and Ownership ALL ENQUIRIES: Hayley McDermott EMAIL: hayley.mcdermott@ rwwa.com.au PHONE: (08) 9445 5533 ADDRESS: 14 Hasler Road Osborne Park WA 6017 ONLINE: rwwa.com.au FACEBOOK: /racingandwageringwa TWITTER: @OfficialRWWA @RWWA_Harness
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2 WELCOME On behalf of the team at Racing and Wagering WA, we welcome you to the first edition of the new Harness WA magazine, previously known as Racing Ahead WA - Harness.
FROM THE EDITOR
I love my job, but never Harness WA has been redesigned to celebrate, inform more so than when and inspire the industry with an annual printed edition at reimagining Harness the beginning of each season, and regular monthly digital Racing Ahead WA. editions published online. There has been much This inaugural edition celebrates the new season through talk about the relevance its feature stories, and is also your go-to reference for the of Racing Ahead since season, including feature race details, racing rules, notices, it became an online- and industry contact information. only publication, but In the coming months you can expect to see more for me it became a interactivity with our digital version of Harness WA. time of opportunity; I hope you enjoy Harness WA and invite you to opportunities that participate in one of our new features - Letters to the are being embraced Editor. Send your feedback, suggestions, or anything else wholeheartedly by the team at RWWA. you wish to address to Our digital and social platforms allow us to speak to a [email protected] and your letter may be broader audience than ever before, report on things we published in our next edition with my reply. might otherwise have missed, and engage in a two-way Until next edition, happy reading. conversation with you. We have heard you, and it is for you that we have curated Hayley McDermott the Season 2018/19 printed edition of Harness WA. PUBLICATIONS EDITOR MESSAGE FROM THE RACING MANAGER Welcome to the new look Harness WA magazine, a once a year up date to complement our new on line racing magazine. Barack Obama said “Change will not come if we wait for some other person, or if we wait for some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” So while it is acknowledged that change to some people can feel uncomfortable. Harness Racing, if it is to succeed into the future also needs to change. Over the next 12 months there will be a number of significant changes in the way we program meetings, schedule races, handicap horses as well as how we, provide information and communicate with the Industry. Many of the changes are borne out of the necessity to make Harness Racing more commercially sustainable, to ensure that this great sport continues to prosper well into the future. We cannot continue to rely on the “topping up” of harness distribution through subsidised funding arrangements and must strive to increase our market share and stand on our own two legs financially ever seen and confident that over time we can begin into the future. to increase the number of people involved in the sport whether they be trainers drivers owners or breeders or Other changes however are about improving what just people who love to go to the track and enjoy the we do so that you, our customers, receive a better harness racing action. service, better information and access to more reliable information. I genuinely believe that Harness racing is entering Barry Hamilton some of the most exciting times that this sport has MANAGER HARNESS RACING
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TIM WALKER
FRANCO EDWARD 2018 THE GOLDEN SLIPPER KING OF SWING 2018 WA DERBY SOHO TRIBECA 2018 WA PACING CUP MY HARD COPY 2018 FREMANTLE CUP
CHICAGO BULL NEW SEASON | NEW HOPE2018 MOUNT EDEN SPRINT The 2018/19 WA Harness season is underway
new season brings new The two-year-old season in the hope. "With the month of winter months didn’t disappoint either, with the talented Franco The Harness Racing September comes the Edward reigning supreme in the season of 2017/18 will Golden Slipper. A be long remembered commencement of a in Western Australia for some new season and with With the month of September remarkable performances by comes the commencement of a some of the best Standardbreds that new levels of hope new season and with that new to have graced the sport. and excitement" levels of hope and excitement. Early last season the battle Perhaps it was fitting though between three of WA’s best the season closed with a taste Ultimately, it took a herculean pacers Chicago Bull, Soho Tribeca of what’s to come in the new performance from Lazarus in the and Shandale in Free For All races season, a series of commanding Final to take out the event. set the scene for the summer that performances from Chicago Bull. lay in wait. My Hard Copy and Soho Tribeca The best of those performances enjoyed Group 1 success in the The Inter Dominion series then came in the Listed August Cup Fremantle and WA Pacing Cups had a clear favourite in the form which led trainer Gary Hall Snr to respectively, while King Of Swing of Mark Purdon’s Lazarus, but it declare the horse the one to beat overcame a torrid preparation to was a series that had plenty of in any race he starts in over the win the WA Derby. twists and turns. first half of the new season.
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“I think he deserves to be favourite in every race he’s ARE WATCHING IN in, that includes the Victoria Cup, New 2018/19 Zealand Cup and Inter Dominion,” the champion trainer said following the August Cup win. “I believe he has come back better than when he ran second in an Inter Dominion and when he held Lazarus out and ran third in a Fremantle Cup. “He’s just come back that little bit better and that will take him to the top.” Racing and Wagering Western Australia’s Chief Harness Racing Handicapper Warren Wishart echoed Hall Snr’s thoughts and said Chicago Bull had a great chance to stamp himself as Australasia’s best pacer. “We are looking forward to seeing Chicago Bull represent WA in the Inter Dominion,” he said. “It’s great that WA has the favourite for the race. FRANCO EDWARD TO FAST TOO SERIOUS 2018 THE GOLDEN SLIPPER “He’s the complete package because he’s got over TRAINER AIDEN WARWICK from Devendra from the breeze and he’s led and won. “There’s nothing on the east coast that he should be fearful of.” Even with the absence of the Inter Dominion in Perth, the upcoming season has plenty of intriguing storylines to play out. The early part of the season will provide horses in Free For All company the chance to get all important wins on the board prior to the Group 1 races, with Chicago Bull set to spend a large part of the spring and summer on the east coast. Chicago Bull’s stablemates Runrunjimmydunn and My Hard Copy both won races at Gloucester Park late last season and will have their chance to emerge from the champion’s shadow. BECHERS BROOK Veteran pacer Bettors Fire also picked up his fair TRAINER MIKE REED share of feature races during the last few months, including the Winter Cup and he looks certain to have another shot at the Group 1 features. The Greg and Skye Bond stable always play a prominent role in Free For All races, highlighted by Galactic Star’s in a heat of the Inter Dominion last year and it is that pacer that is expected to fly the flag for the stable this year. The s also have high hopes for rising five-year-olds Vampiro and Rock Diamonds to graduate to Free For All races in the new season. Feature four-year-old races, like the Four-Year-Old Classic and Golden Nugget, always attract plenty of interest and have been a key feature of the Inter Dominion series in Perth over the past three years. Last season’s WA Derby was one of the more even VAMPIRO editions of time honoured event with plenty of hard luck stories and a winner who showed plenty of class TRAINER GREG & SKYE BOND in King Of Swing.
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What the Derby has done is setup an intriguing series WHO THE EXPERTS of four-year-old races early in the season. ARE WATCHING IN The Hall Snr-trained King Of Swing returned in brilliant fashion late last season, as well as his Derby fifth 2018/19 placegetter and stablemate Speed Man. The Mike Reed-trained trio of four-year-olds Bechers Brook, Golden State and Our Angel Of Harlem will all get their chance at Group 1 success, while the Bond stable have high hopes for WA Derby fourth placegetter Ocean Ridge in 2018/19. Racecaller and TABradio’s Harness Racing Expert Matt Young said he was looking forward to seeing if King Of Swing could stand up as a four-year-old and compete in the Fremantle and WA Pacing Cups. “He has a high cruising speed and is the perfect racehorse in my opinion,” he said. “I see him being a Cups contender. “If he proves himself to win a Nugget, it’s almost a rite of passage for the Nugget winner to progress to the SPEED MAN Cups.” TRAINER GARY HALL SNR "Depth wise, I don't think we have ever seen a better lot of two-year-olds than we did last season" Matt Young - TABradio announcer and racecaller
Wishart said while King Of Swing does look the leading contender for the Golden Nugget, it will be one of the intriguing races of the new season. “There will be something that will emerge from the Nugget,” he said. FRANCO EDWARD “It will be a strong race again, probably even stronger TRAINER KYLE HARPER than last year when it was won by Ultimate Machete. “The likes of King Of Swing, Golden State, Our Angel Of Harlem, Bechers Brook and Ocean Ridge would be the leading contenders for the Nugget. “The Nugget winner is then always looked upon favourably when it comes to getting a start in the Cups.” If last season’s WA Derby provided excitement in the lead up to the Golden Nugget, the Golden Slipper for the two-year-olds setup for an exciting season of three- year-old racing. Despite Franco Edward having the better of his rivals as a two-year-old, both Young and Wishart forecasted the gap to close this season as the three-year-olds progressed towards races like the WA Derby. OUR ANGEL OF HARLEM “Depth wise, I don’t think we have ever seen a better lot TRAINER MIKE REED of two-year-olds than we did last season,” Young said.
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2018/19 GROUP RACES DATE DAY CLUB NAME GROUP “It’s a really even bunch of two-year-olds and there 21/09/2018 FRI Gloucester Park Navy Cup 2 really isn’t a lot between them. 28/09/2018 FRI Gloucester Park The Warwick Final 3 05/10/2018 FRI Gloucester Park J P Stratton 2 “Franco Edward looks like a horse that will get better 19/10/2018 FRI Gloucester Park Mount Eden Sprint 2 with age and his win in the Golden Slipper was good, 26/10/2018 FRI Gloucester Park The Preux Chevalier Final 3 but it showed there wasn’t a lot between him and the 02/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park James Brennan Memorial 2 rest of them.” 05/11/2018 MON Pinjarra Don Randall Memorial Cup 3 09/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park York Cup 3 Wishart shared the same enthusiasm about what lay in 16/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park 4YO Championship 2 wait for this season’s crop of three-year-olds. 23/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park Norms Daughter Classic 2 “Last season we had Westbred horses that were able to 23/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park The Kersley Final 3 compete with New Zealand bred horses, even though 30/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park 4YO Classic 1 it was a New Zealand bred horse that won the Golden 30/11/2018 FRI Gloucester Park Parliamentarians Cup 3 Slipper,” he said. 01/12/2018 SAT Bunbury Bunbury Cup 2 07/12/2018 FRI Gloucester Park Mares Classic 1 “We had To Fast Too Serious win the Westbred Classic 14/12/2018 FRI Gloucester Park The Golden Nugget 1 and I think he is a serious horse going forward.” 21/12/2018 FRI Gloucester Park Christmas Gift Final 2 28/12/2018 FRI Gloucester Park The Coulson Final 3 Franco Edward’s and Bettors Fire’s form over the 28/12/2018 FRI Gloucester Park The Village Kid concluding months of the 2017/18 season capped off 11/01/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Fremantle Pacing Cup 1 what was a breakout year for trainer and driver Kyle 18/01/2019 FRI Gloucester Park WA Pacing Cup 1 Harper. 25/01/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Nights of Thunder Final 2 25/01/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Imthemightyquinn Final 3 Harper finished the season with better than a 25% 01/02/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Lord Mayors Cup 2 strike rate as a trainer in the metropolitan area in 02/02/2019 SAT Northam Northam Cup 3 2017/18. 08/02/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Daintys Daughter 2 Young said it was important for Harper to carry his 15/02/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Caduceus Club Classic 3 form into the new season. 15/02/2019 FRI Gloucester Park RWWA Cup 2 22/02/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Governors Cup 2 “2018 has been his best year so far and the 2017/18 22/02/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Lewis Mares Final 3 season as a whole was very good for him,” he said. 04/03/2019 MON Pinjarra Pinjarra Cup 2 08/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO C&G Sales Classic Final 1 “He’s starting to make a name for himself in the 08/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO Fillies Sales Classic Final 1 freelancing from a training side of things. 15/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 3YO C&G Sales Classic 2 “It will be interesting to see if he can continue on with 15/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 3YO Fillies Sales Classic 2 his good form and continue to climb the ranks.” 15/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 4&5 Year Old Championship 2 16/03/2019 SAT Narrogin Narrogin Cup 3 Young also said To Fast Too Serious’ form as a two- 18/03/2019 MON Pinarra WA Country Derby 3 year-old was a sign that his trainer Aiden Warwick was 22/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Western Gateway 2 getting back into the groove of training, after spending 25/03/2019 MON Pinjarra Golden Girls Mile 3 an extended period of time away from the sport. 29/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Empress Stakes 2 29/03/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Clarke Final 3 “He’s got right back into the training ranks and done a 05/04/2019 FRI Gloucester Park WA Derby 1 good job with a small team,” he said. 18/04/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Easter Cup 2 26/04/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Champagne Classic 2 “He’s adapted well to the style of training since he had 26/04/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Johnson Final 3 the time away from the sport.” 03/05/2019 FRI Gloucester Park WA Oaks 1 There isn’t a long wait for the first of the big feature 10/05/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Breeders Stakes 2 races of the new season, with the open class horses 17/05/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 3YO Diamond Classic 2 getting their chance to claim significant prizemoney in 24/05/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 3YO Pearl Classic 2 the Group 2 Navy Cup. 24/05/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Pure Steel Final 3 31/05/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO Diamond Classic Final 1 A trio of Group 1s then builds the momentum into the 14/06/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO Pearl Classic Final 1 Summer Carnival with the Four-Year-Old Classic on 21/06/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 3YO C&G Westbred Classic 1 November 30, with the Mares Classic on December 7 21/06/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 3YO Fillies Westbred Classic 1 and the Golden Nugget on December 14. 28/06/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO C&G Westbred 1 28/06/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO Fillies Westbred Classic 1 As always, the Fremantle and WA Pacing Cups are 28/06/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Lombardo Final 3 the centrepiece of the season on January 11 and 18 05/07/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO Fillies Gold Bracelet 3 respectively. 12/07/2019 FRI Gloucester Park 2YO Golden Slipper 1 15/07/2019 MON Pinjarra Daintys Daughter Classic 3 After a season of tremendous performances, season 26/07/2019 FRI Gloucester Park John Higgins Memorial Final 3 2018/19 has plenty to live up to, but one thing is 26/07/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Chandon Final 3 assured in the new season, there will be no shortage of 02/08/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Kerry Clarke Final 3 high quality horses and intriguing racing. 09/08/2019 FRI Gloucester Park San Simeon 2 23/08/2019 FRI Gloucester Park Binshaw 2 30/08/2019 FRI Gloucester Park The Schrader Final 3
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the BRIDGE BAR Gloucester Park's newest bar is the perfect, picturesque meeting place
Hayley McDermott
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"Its location on the picturesque Swan River side of the track makes it the perfect meeting place"
ith change comes great into the ways to maximise that Swan River”. opportunity. opportunity. The close proximity to public transport, ample parking space, The recently opened “We looked at different options W and it seemed the best location to and the scenic walk across the Matagarup Bridge connecting Matagarup Bridge to Optus East Perth and Optus Stadium accommodate patrons”. Stadium is not the only reason to on the Burswood Peninsula has With the input of the Gloucester try out the Bridge Bar. brought great opportunity to Park management team, Gloucester Park. A great selection of beers, wine operations manager Tony Williams and pre-mixed spirits are on offer, was put to the task of creating With the bridge beginning in along with four large TV’s to watch the Bridge Bar with the assistance East Perth at Nelson Crescent, live sport coverage, and a TAB wall of his team including facilities Gloucester Park has seized the to accommodate anyone wanting manager John Powell and chef opportunity and opened its gates to have a bet with TABtouch. to Optus Stadium patrons as not Daniel Batson. only a place to park, but also as a Gloucester Park also has its own Radley credits the teams result as first-stop for Stadium events. food van offering burgers and the better than anyone expected. like, and also contracts outside The aptly named Bridge Bar is the “The area has been fully renovated mobile food vendors to service the newest addition to Gloucester Park and looks great”. Bridge Bar’s patrons. and its location on the picturesque “Last Eagle’s home game we had Swan River side of the track makes With the Bridge Bar officially the T-Sisters, who do Chinese food it the perfect meeting place before opened in July 2018 it has luck duck baos and dumplings”, any Optus Stadium event. already welcomed patrons attending Optus Stadium AFL recalls Radley, who encourages Gloucester Park chief executive matches, but Radley has bigger people to try the Bridge Bar for officer Michael Radley plans to open the bar for the themselves. acknowledges the great potential upcoming cricket season and “It’s a great bar and becoming the Matagarup Bridge provided other future events. more popular with each week and the track. “We will also look to use it for we would love to see anyone who is attending an event at Optus “When the bridge was announced functions in the summer such as Stadium to drop in and try it out a couple of years ago we looked sundowners because of its great location on the banks of the before heading over.
10 THE BRIDGE BAR TOP FIVE FACTS ABOUT THE MATAGARUP BRIDGE
1. How the bridge was named First known as the Swan River pedestrian bridge, it was officially named Matagarup Bridge as a permanent tribute to traditional owners following consultation with the Whadjuk Working Party (WWP), through the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council.
2. Origin of the Matagarup name Matagarup is the name given by traditional land owners to the area around Heirisson Island, meaning a place where the river is only leg deep, allowing it to be crossed. "We will also 3. The design idea look to use it for The bridge structural shape functions in the resembles two flying swans, with the bridge arches representing the summer such wishbones, but it can also be seen as sundowners as a swimming dolphin, a Wagyl because of its serpent or a ribbon. great location on 4. The lighting the banks of the 900 metres of multicolour LED Swan River" lighting cover the bridge.
5. The statistics It is approximately 72 metres tall and stretches 370 metres from bank to bank. The bridge is at least 9 metres wide and its clearance above water is 8 metres high.
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MEET HAYLEY WHEELER Julio Santarelli
COLLIE-based Hayley Wheeler is a 34-year-old who leads an active life. Whether it's helping out at the stables for trainer- father Brian, or giving reinsman-brother Trent a hand in his auto-electrical business, Hayley has a busy schedule. But she is not complaining for one minute, in fact she thrives on the hard work as it indulges in her two greatest loves: family and horses. "I usually get up around 7.00am and by 7.30am I’m helping Trent out at Global Auto Electrical & Air," Hayley said. "At 8.30am I'm at the stables giving dad a help with the horses. "At around lunch time I'm back at Global and even get my hands dirty a little bit in the workshop which I love. "At 4pm I then start work at Australia Post as a contractor before heading home for the evening and getting dinner prepared. "I'm pretty tired by the end of the day, but I absolutely love working.”
Pony Trots at Collie Harness Club
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Trent Wheeler driving Empty the Till at Collie Harness Racing Club
"I REALLY THINK THE INDUSTRY IS IN A between February and March each year. GOOD PLACE AND GOING Volunteers play such an intrinsic role in sports and community race clubs, IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION" particularly in country and regional centres where their support is important to the sustainability of the industry. Wheeler said she was hooked on horses from the beginning and it was a passion that she Hayley is also very prominent on social was born with. media where she engages and interacts with a new generation of racing supporters She believes that enthusiasm is unrelenting to promote and market the Collie Harness and as she matured it has developed stronger Racing Club. than she could imagine. "I just love the horses and the industry," she "I love horses, she said. said.
"I have been around them all my life. "It's been in my blood since I was little. "They are beautiful creatures. "I love being around racing and really "I would be so lost without them." appreciate the atmosphere with the horses, trainers and drivers. With a father and brother active participants in harness racing, Hayley is content to sit in "I really think the industry is in a good place the background and keep a low profile. and going in the right direction.
She has never sought to follow in their "The Collie Harness Racing Club is an footsteps as a trainer or driver, but it hasn't important part of the town and community. lessened her interest or participation in the sport. "When the season is close to starting people are always wanting to know when it's on. She is one of a band of volunteers that gets the Collie Harness Racing Club up and running "I love helping out and getting my hands for their four meetings of the year, conducted dirty mowing all the lawns."
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"We were quietly confident without being too over confident.”
Once Bitten gave the Wheelers their second triumph in the space of a couple of months after Disco Spirit won their home-town Collie Cup.
Just over a year ago Trent scored another milestone when he posted a Hayley Wheeler (L) with her Mum and brother Trent driving treble including victory in the Wagin Cup on Machrihanish.
"I think Trent would like to go full Hayley might be the reluctant star away from the race track and the time as a driver, but at the moment glue that binds a tight knit family, but there is no denying the pride and it's hard combining it with his affection she feels for her brother and his achievements on the track. business," Hayley said. "We are very close and it's awesome, she said. "You can never rule it out completely "Most of the times I am there watching and supporting him when he is that one day he might go full time as driving. a freelance driver."
"If I can't be there I will be watching the relevant meeting on Sky channel. Hayley said she is optimistic the Wheeler tradition in harness racing "Im proud of what he has done. will continue and is in good hands "He works hard and has two beautiful young kids and a wife (Emily). for the future.
"He has done well as a driver and combining it with his business interests." "Trent has two young kids who could follow in his footsteps," Hayley said. It's no coincidence that Hayley should regard Once Bitten's win in the Group One Westbred Classic for three-year-olds in 2015 as her biggest thrill in "Fletcher is five-years of age and he harness racing. just absolutely loves the horses. The chestnut filly, who was trained by her father and driven by her brother, "He is always watching his dad drive snared the $66,000 first prize purse after defeating Delightful Jade and La and is really interested. Mia Juliette.
Once Bitten sat on the leaders back and defied her $13.10 rating when she "His older brother Oliver is six and pounced on a dream run at the top of the straight. not so quite as interested, but that could easily change.” She proved the doubters wrong including Trent, who didn't believe she would measure up after entering his dad's stables just eight weeks earlier.
"It was the family's finest win and it was a great thrill," Hayley said.
"We were all crying after the race and it was very emotional.
"We were all screaming as the horse went past the post.
"We all had a quiet drink once it was all over.
"It was such a special time for the family.
"...THERE IS NO DENYING THE LOVE AND
AFFECTION SHE FEELS FOR HER BROTHER Trent Wheeler AND HIS ACHIEVEMENTS ON THE TRACK"
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COMMUNITY TAB RIDING FOR THE DISABLED STATE GAMES Kelly Meacock
Young riders with disabilities from all over the state will return to Pinjarra for the Community TAB Riding for the Disabled Association WA (RDAWA) 2018 Community TAB State Games, to be held on Saturday 8 September. The Community TAB State Games provides an opportunity for RDAWA riders with disabilities to come together and compete in friendly mounted games competition, which demonstrates their abilities, achievements and skills whilst allowing them the opportunity to showcase these to their family and friends. Community TAB is an ongoing sponsor of RDAWA and is sponsor of the State Games for a fourth year in a row. RDAWA Executive Officer Kelly Mansfield said the State Games is a major highlight of the year for their riders. “The State Games brings so much joy to the riders and it is a great fun day out for all the family including the mounted fancy dress competition where riders, parents and volunteers get to create costumes for both the horse and rider,” Ms Mansfield said. “Over 1000 riders of all ages with intellectual and physical disabilities attend RDAWA centres around WA, and this is the one annual event where everyone comes together to show what they have learnt and the improvements they have made not only as a rider, but in their daily lives.” Racing and Wagering WA Chief Executive Officer Richard Burt said the partnership with RDAWA is very close to the heart of Community TAB. “Our staff have had so much fun volunteering at the State Games over the past few years and they have really grown to love the organisation and the people involved, and they will be there again this year volunteering their time to help out,” Mr Burt said. “We are really proud to be associated with RDAWA and to help them continue the upkeep and welfare of RDA horses and general maintenance of the state organisation through our contribution. “Community TAB has also just committed a fourth year of sponsorship to RDAWA, which will see another $80,000 contribution to the organisation.” The RDAWA State Games is a family friendly event held at the Murray Mandurah centre which is situated within the grounds of Fairbridge Village, Pinjarra. Community TAB staff are volunteering time to help set up for the State Games in the lead up and also volunteering on the day to lead horses and help with activities. RDAWA riders participate in a range of individual games including; jumping, handy pony, barrel racing, lasso the cow and a highlight of the day is the mounted fancy dress competition which allows riders, volunteers and horses to work together and explore their creative side. There are RDA centres all over the State including, Albany, Denmark, Collie, Carine, Hills, Pinjar, Peel, South West, Swan Valley, Mid-West, Mandurah and Oakford.
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MOUSE RACING DAY FUNDRAISER Rob Deadman, BOTRA
Sunday 19th August 2018 witnessed the third running All winning connections were presented with a bottle of the Mouse Racing Day Fundraiser, Stallion Service of wine with their winning stake after each race. Auction, and the drawing of the winning tickets for the Downunder Sulky raffle. No mouse, winning bidder, member of the audience or stewards were injured in any way on a day of exiting With eight races on the Mouse Racing programme, Race racing. one sponsored by Glenroy Chaff of Northam saw “Twenty One Pack” win with the winning stake of $195.00. The Mouse Racing was suspended for the drawing of the Downunder “Avenger” Sulky Raffle (First Prize) and Race Two, sponsored by KTC Bloodstock, was won by the Dinner Drinks Package for the Beau Rivage Room “Lady Luca” with a winning stake of $224. at Gloucester Park (sponsored by GPHR).
Race Three, sponsored by Oakford Stockfeeds After the suspense involved in selecting the winning witnessed “Oakford Bec” winning in fine style with a ticket, first Prize went to Glenn Elliott- winning ticket winning stake of $269. number 0135. Second prize was won by Skye Scott- ticket number 0123. Congratulations to both winners Race Four, sponsored by Larkhill Vets, was won by “On and thank you to all who purchased raffle tickets for One Reign” paying out a stake of $273. these fantastic prizes.
Race Five, sponsored by Padbergs Pacing Stables, was Stallion Services offered for Auction were: controversial with one mouse refusing to leave the barrier. After shouts of “should have been named “Chautauqua”, ‘Highview Tommy” - Woodlands Stud - sold to John “protest” and “feed him more cheese”, Chief Steward Fagg. Garry Butler declared a no race. The race was rerun with “Cherry Ripe” winning with a stake of $322. “Auckland Reactor”- Alabar - sold to Rob Tomlinson.
Race Six, sponsored by Mandurah Stockfeeds, was won “Bonavista Bay”- Spurrs Stud Wagin – sold to Will by “Vitamins and Minerals” with a whisker to spare to Vlemmix. second place getter “Morganator”, paying a stake of $325. “Foreclosure” - KTC Bloodstock - sold to Clinton Race Seven, sponsored by Regency Food Services WA, Pearce. was won by “You Better Believe It”, paying a stake of $322. “Follow The Stars” or “Fly Like An Eagle”- Allwood Stud The final race of the day saw very keen bidding for each Farm - sold to Kody Charles mouse in the field of six and eventually lead to “Brush With Courage” winning convincingly, paying the handsome WABOTRA sincerely thanks all the above mentioned stake of $525 to the Kody Charles Syndicate which had a Stud Farms for their generosity and support. very successful day winning over $700 in stakes.
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18 The Silent Auction held on the day gave the Please note that WABOTRA Membership Subscriptions for the opportunity for patrons to get a bargain on 2018/2019 are now due and your early payment would be appreciated. a variety of goods and products on offer. Membership Forms are available on the WABOTRA Website Thank you to sponsors and providers of goods for the Silent Auction which proved very successful.
WABOTRA would like to express sincere gratitude to all who attended this function and particular thanks to Kevin Charles, Garry Butler, Craig Abercromby, Warren Robinson botra-wa.com.au and other Committee Members who made this day possible and resulting in a successful outcome. Particular thanks to Downunder Sulkies for providing the fabulous “Avenger” sulky for the raffle and to all our sponsors and supporters for making this day a memorable event.
Recent winners of the Petstock Bio John /BOTRA Award were Garry Elliott, Peter Arthur, Shane Young, Kyle Harper, Aiden Warwick and Aldo Cortopassi. Congratulations to all winners and thanks to Petstock Bio John for their continued support.
2018 HARNESS HORSE OF THE YEAR Garden Party - SAVE THE DATE - SUNDAY 21 OCTOBER 2018
PROUDLY PRESENTED BY
19 Are you retiring your horse from racing? Do you need help finding your retired racehorse a new home in the equestrian world or as a pleasure horse?
Forward us a good photo and details of your horse and we will advertise the horse for you on WA’s most popular horse selling website, Cavalletti Classifieds, at no cost to you. We will forward the ad and details of the horse onto all our Equestrian contacts and WA Equestrian groups & clubs within WA. All horses will be advertised at an agreed price ONO. Horses will NOT be advertised for free. Colts will not be advertised, they must be gelded before advertised.
Sharon Joyce - Off the Track Coordinator P: (08) 9445 5146 | M: 0438 746 487 | E: [email protected] [email protected] @offthetrackwa /offthetrackwa offthetrackwa.com.au 2018/19 FEATURE RACES
2018/19 FEATURE RACES
DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 07/09/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK NEW SEASON PACE (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000 14/09/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK SPRING PACE (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000 21/09/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK NAVY CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000 24/09/2018 Monday PINJARRA ALCOA CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ C5+ M2+ N/E (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000 28/09/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK THE WARWICK FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ M0 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000 28/09/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK WA TROTTING MEDIA GUILD CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000 05/10/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK J P STRATTON (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000 07/10/2018 Sunday CENTRAL MERREDIN CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ Cond C2+ M2+ N/E (NO WHEATBELT CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000 12/10/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK FRED DOY MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000 Are you retiring 19/10/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK MOUNT EDEN SPRINT (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000 21/10/2018 Sunday CENTRAL TRAYNING CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ Cond C2+ M2+ N/E (NO your horse WHEATBELT CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000 26/10/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK HOWARD PORTER MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000 from racing? 26/10/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK THE PREUX CHEVALIER FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ MO (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000 Do you need help finding your 02/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "JAMES BRENNAN MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" retired racehorse a new home 05/11/2018 Monday PINJARRA "DON RANDALL MEMORIAL CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $25,000+ STAND in the equestrian world or Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ as a pleasure horse? (CONCESSIONS CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) GROUP 3 $30000" 05/11/2018 Monday PINJARRA "PINJARRA 4YO CLASSIC (RBD) PACERS 4YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" Forward us a good photo and details 09/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "YORK CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN of your horse and we will advertise (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" the horse for you on WA’s most 10/11/2018 Saturday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ popular horse selling website, (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" Cavalletti Classifieds, at no cost to you. 11/11/2018 Sunday CENTRAL "KELLERBERRIN & DISTRICT CLUB CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT WHEATBELT $25,000 We will forward the ad and details of the (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. horse onto all our Equestrian contacts and WA Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $7000" Equestrian groups & clubs within WA. 16/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "4YO CHAMPIONSHIP (RBD) PACERS 4YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" All horses will be advertised at an agreed price ONO. 16/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "PAT CRANLEY MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN Horses will NOT be advertised for free. (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 17/11/2018 Saturday BUNBURY "WASBA BOB HUMPHRIES MEMORIAL (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 Colts will not be advertised, they must be gelded (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) before advertised. ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $14000" 18/11/2018 Sunday CENTRAL "NORTH EASTERN DISTRICTS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT WHEATBELT $25,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 23/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "NORMS DAUGHTER CLASSIC (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M Sharon Joyce - Off the Track Coordinator (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" P: (08) 9445 5146 | M: 0438 746 487 | E: [email protected] [email protected] @offthetrackwa /offthetrackwa offthetrackwa.com.au Dates subject to change. Refer to www.rwwa.com.au for current dates 21 HWA SEASON 2018-19
2018/19 FEATURE RACES
DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 23/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE KERSLEY FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 3 $30000" 30/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "4YO CLASSIC (RBD) PACERS 4YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $125000" 30/11/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "PARLIAMENTARIANS CUP (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 01/12/2018 Saturday BUNBURY "BUNBURY CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 01/12/2018 Saturday BUNBURY "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 01/12/2018 Saturday BUNBURY "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 04/12/2018 Tuesday NORTHAM "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 07/12/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "MARES CLASSIC (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $125000" 14/12/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "GOLDEN NUGGET (RBD) PACERS 4YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $200000" 21/12/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "CHRISTMAS GIFT FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 2 $50000" 28/12/2018 Friday ALBANY "NEW YEARS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 28/12/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE COULSON FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $20,000+ GROUP 3 $30000" 28/12/2018 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE VILLAGE KID (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 04/01/2019 Friday BUSSELTON "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 04/01/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "TROTTERS CUP (RBD) TROTTERS 3YO+ TROTTERS H$WOE $12,000+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ GROUP 1 $50000" 08/01/2019 Tuesday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 11/01/2019 Friday BUSSELTON "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 11/01/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "FREMANTLE PACING CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $300000" 18/01/2019 Friday BUSSELTON "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 18/01/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WA PACING CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $450000" 25/01/2019 Friday BUSSELTON "BUSSELTON CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $6,000+ STAND Preference to H$WOE $6,000+ (CONCESSION CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) CLUB FEATURE $10000"
22 Dates subject to change. Refer to www.rwwa.com.au for current dates 2018/19 FEATURE RACES
2018/19 FEATURE RACES
DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 25/01/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "NIGHTS OF THUNDER FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 2 $50000" 25/01/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "RAY DUFFY MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 25/01/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE IM THEMIGHTYQUINN FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $20,000+ GROUP 3 $30000" 26/01/2019 Saturday ALBANY "ALBANY FILLIES AND MARES (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 27/01/2019 Sunday WILLIAMS "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 27/01/2019 Sunday WILLIAMS "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 27/01/2019 Sunday WILLIAMS "WILLIAMS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 01/02/2019 Friday ALBANY "ALBANY CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $20000" 01/02/2019 Friday ALBANY "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 01/02/2019 Friday ALBANY "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 01/02/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "LORD MAYORS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 02/02/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "NORTHAM CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $25,000+ STAND Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ (CONCESSIONS CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) GROUP 3 $30000" 02/02/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "ORIGINAL VILLAGE KID SPRINT (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 02/02/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 03/02/2019 Sunday BRIDGETOWN "FINAL FROM WILLIAMS (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $3,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $1+ CLUB FEATURE $7000" 08/02/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "DAINTYS DAUGHTER (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 10/02/2019 Sunday COLLIE "JOHN MARTIN FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 10/02/2019 Sunday COLLIE "KING COAL CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $6,000+ STAND Preference to H$WOE $6,000+ (CONCESSION CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 15/02/2019 Friday ALBANY "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 15/02/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "CADUCEUS CLUB CLASSIC (RBD) PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $40000"
Dates subject to change. Refer to www.rwwa.com.au for current dates 23 HWA SEASON 2018-19
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DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 15/02/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "RWWA CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 16/02/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "THE PETER DEMPSTER MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $29,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 17/02/2019 Sunday WILLIAMS "FINAL FROM COLLIE (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 18/02/2019 Monday PINJARRA "STAWA TROTTERS MOBILE (RBD) TROTTERS 3YO+ FFA TROTTERS (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 22/02/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "GOVERNORS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 22/02/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE LEWIS MARES FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $20,000+ GROUP 3 $30000" 23/02/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "MANEA CLASSIC (RBD) PACERS 4YO&5YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 24/02/2019 Sunday COLLIE "FINAL FROM WILLIAMS (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 01/03/2019 Friday ALBANY "DENMARK CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 04/03/2019 Monday PINJARRA "PINJARRA CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 04/03/2019 Monday PINJARRA "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $40,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 04/03/2019 Monday PINJARRA "TROTTERS SPRINT (RBD) TROTTERS 3YO+ FFA TROTTERS (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 08/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO COLTS AND GELDINGS SALES CLASSIC FINAL (RBD) C&G PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 08/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO FILLIES SALES CLASSIC FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 08/03/2019 Friday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 09/03/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "BATTLE OF BUNBURY (RBD) PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 10/03/2019 Sunday COLLIE "JOE SUVALJKO MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $7000" 15/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "3YO COLTS AND GELDINGS SALES CLASSIC (RBD) C&G PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 15/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "3YO FILLIES SALES CLASSIC (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 15/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "4YO & 5YO CHAMPIONSHIP (RBD) PACERS 4YO&5YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 16/03/2019 Saturday NARROGIN "NARROGIN CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 16/03/2019 Saturday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000"
24 Dates subject to change. Refer to www.rwwa.com.au for current dates 2018/19 FEATURE RACES
2018/19 FEATURE RACES
DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 16/03/2019 Saturday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 17/03/2019 Sunday BRIDGETOWN "BRIDGETOWN CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 17/03/2019 Sunday BRIDGETOWN "CEDRIC JONES FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $0+ STAND (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 17/03/2019 Sunday BRIDGETOWN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 18/03/2019 Monday PINJARRA "WA COUNTRY DERBY (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 22/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTERN CROWN FINALS C&G (RBD) C&G PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 22/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTERN CROWN FINALS FY (RBD) F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 22/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTERN GATEWAY (RBD) PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 24/03/2019 Sunday COLLIE "COLLIE CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $6,000+ STAND Preference to H$WOE $6,000+ (CONCESSION CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 24/03/2019 Sunday COLLIE "GEORGE ASHCROFT MEMORIAL FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $6,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $3,000+ CLUB FEATURE $7000" 25/03/2019 Monday PINJARRA "GOLDEN GIRLS MILE (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 29/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "EMPRESS STAKES (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 29/03/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE CLARKE FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 3 $30000" 29/03/2019 Friday WAGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 29/03/2019 Friday WAGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 29/03/2019 Friday WAGIN "WAGIN CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 05/04/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WA DERBY (RBD) PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $200000" 13/04/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 18/04/2019 Thursday GLOUCESTER PARK "EASTER CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $70,000+ STAND Preference to H$WOE $70,000+ (CONCESSIONS CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) GROUP 2 $50000" 20/04/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "COUNTRY OAKS (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 20/04/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "DIGGERS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000"
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DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 21/04/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "CUNDERDIN CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 WHEATBELT (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $7000" 21/04/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "JOCK COLEMAN MEMORIAL DAINTYS DAUGHTER (RBD) F&M PACERS WHEATBELT 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 26/04/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "CHAMPAGNE CLASSIC (RBD) PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 26/04/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "MEMORIAL DAY (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 26/04/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE JOHNSON FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 3 $30000" 28/04/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "CENTRAL WHEATBELT CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 WHEATBELT (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 28/04/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS WHEATBELT 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 28/04/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS WHEATBELT 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 29/04/2019 Monday PINJARRA "KING LETHBRIDGE MEMORIAL (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $60,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $14000" 03/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "LAURIE KENNEDY RACE FOR ROSES FILLIES AND MARES (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 03/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WA OAKS (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $150000" 04/05/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "DE CAMPO MEMORIAL 2YO COLTS & GELDINGS (RBD) C&G PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 04/05/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "DE CAMPO MEMORIAL 2YO FILLIES (RBD) F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 10/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "BREEDERS STAKES (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN F&M (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 11/05/2019 Saturday BUNBURY "BUNBURY DASH FOR CASH (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $10000" 12/05/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "KELLERBERRIN CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $25,000 WHEATBELT (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $28,000) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $40,000 With L5$ LT $1,500. Preference to H$WOE $12,000+ CLUB FEATURE $7000" 17/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "3YO DIAMOND CLASSIC (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 18/05/2019 Saturday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 19/05/2019 Sunday CENTRAL "S M ELLIOTT MEMORIAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN WHEATBELT (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 24/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "3YO PEARL CLASSIC (RBD) C&G PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 24/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "MEMBERS SPRINT (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000"
26 Dates subject to change. Refer to www.rwwa.com.au for current dates 2018/19 FEATURE RACES
2018/19 FEATURE RACES
DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 24/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE PURE STEEL FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $20,000+ GROUP 3 $30000" 31/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO DIAMOND CLASSIC FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 31/05/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTBRED 4YO & 5YO MARES (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 4YO&5YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 07/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "ROTARY CLUB FREMANTLE (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 14/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO PEARL CLASSIC FINAL (RBD) C&G PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 14/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTSIRED 3YO C&G (RBD) WESTSIRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 14/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTSIRED 3YO FY (RBD) WESTSIRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 14/06/2019 Friday NARROGIN "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $12,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $7000" 21/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "3YO COLTS AND GELDINGS WESTBRED CLASSIC (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 21/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "3YO FILLIES WESTBRED CLASSIC (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 21/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTSIRED 2YO C&G (RBD) WESTSIRED ONLY C&G PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 21/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WESTSIRED 2YO FY (RBD) WESTSIRED ONLY F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 21/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "WINTER CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 28/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO COLTS AND GELDINGS WESTBRED (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY C&G PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 28/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO FILLIES WESTBRED CLASSIC (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $100000" 28/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "PAST PRESIDENTS CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 28/06/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE LOMBARDO FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $20,000+ GROUP 3 $30000" 05/07/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO FILLIES GOLD BRACELET (RBD) F&M PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 06/07/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "RWWA FEATURE SERIES (GPD/HWOE) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 3YO+ RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $25,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) CLUB FEATURE $10000" 12/07/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "2YO GOLDEN SLIPPER (RBD) PACERS 2YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 1 $125000" 15/07/2019 Monday PINJARRA "DAINTYS DAUGHTER CLASSIC (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO AGE OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 19/07/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "BOTRA CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 26/07/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "JOHN HIGGINS MEMORIAL FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $20,000+ GROUP 3 $30000"
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DATE DAY CLUB GROUP RACE 26/07/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE CHANDON FINAL (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 3 $30000" 02/08/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE KERRY CLARKE FINAL (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY PACERS 4YO&5YO RESTRICTED OPEN NE H$WOE $100,000+ (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 3 $30000" 03/08/2019 Saturday NORTHAM "VIRGIL QUEEN CELEBRATION (RBD) WESTBRED ONLY F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $40,000 (CONCESSIONS H$WOE LT $44,500) ALSO ELIGIBLE - H$WOE LT $50,000 With L5$ LT $2,250. Preference to H$WOE $25,000+ CLUB FEATURE $14000" 09/08/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "MARATHON HANDICAP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE $70,000+ STAND Preference to H$WOE $70,000+ (CONCESSIONS CLAIMS ELIGIBLE) LISTED $25000" 09/08/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "SAN SIMEON (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 16/08/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "AUGUST CUP (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) LISTED $25000" 23/08/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "BINSHAW (RBD) PACERS 3YO+ FFA OPEN (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) GROUP 2 $50000" 30/08/2019 Friday GLOUCESTER PARK "THE SCHRADER FINAL (RBD) F&M PACERS 3YO+ H$WOE LT $70,000 (NO CONCESSION CLAIMS) Preference to H$WOE $40,000+ Heat for Final @ GP GROUP 3 $30000"
28 Dates subject to change. Refer to www.rwwa.com.au for current dates INDUSTRY NOTICES
STEWARDS NOTICES
LOCATION OF HORSES – STABLE RETURNS DEREGISTRATION
Trainers and owners are reminded that RWWA and the Rule 96A (3) Where a registered horse has been retired from Stewards must at all times know the whereabouts of registered racing or a decision has been made to not race the horse, horses. This is done by the lodgement of a stable return. the owner or trainer of the horse at the time of its retirement must, within one month of the horse’s retirement, notify the Rule 25(1)(a) states: Registrar by lodging the relevant form prescribed by the A stable return containing true and correct particulars must Registrar. be lodged with the Controlling Body by the connections There have been a number of instances where horses have of a horse within the time and in the manner and form been re-homed by connections, post racing or breeding determined by the Controlling Body and the connections careers, in good faith – only to learn that the horses have shall ensure that all particulars on the stable return are true actually been acquired by persons who have on-sold them via and correct. horse sales where, unfortunately, their destiny is not always Please note this rule means that once a registered horse assured. enters or leaves the care of a Trainer, a stable return (or These horses had not been deregistered and subsequently amendment) must be lodged. The rules makes no reference continue to be registered with the last known owner who to whether the horse is named or un-named and does not maintains responsibility under the Australian Harness Racing specify that a stable return is only lodged for horses being Rules – subjecting the connections to potential disciplinary prepared to race. action. Therefore, a trainer must lodge a stable return for any The traceability of horses throughout their lifecycle is an registered horse in their care (named or un-named) regardless important element of the harness racing industry’s equine of whether the horse is being prepared for racing, is being welfare reform agenda and it is in everyone’s best interests to pre-trained, being broken in or being spelled under the care of know where our Standardbred horses are at all times, as well the trainer. as being aware of the various options which exist post racing The above rule makes reference to a stable return being or breeding. Deregistration provides crucial information about ‘lodged within the time determined by the Controlling Body’. when the horse left the racing pool that will assist in future Please note this timeframe is: program planning and also in welfare initiatives to develop positive outcomes for horses that have exited the industry. • Once a registered horse enters or leaves the stable - within 48 hours. While connections are reminded to deregister their horses once retired from racing and or breeding, it is important to note that • If the horse is engaged to race – immediately. this deregistration does not alter the horse’s status or inclusion Please also note that Rule 119B states: in the Stud Book. Further, it does not adversely affect their Unless the stewards otherwise approve, a horse shall not eligibility to participate in any other equestrian disciplines, be eligible to be nominated for a race unless the horse has including shows and non-racing competitions. been trained by a licenced trainer for not less than 28 days Deregistration Form R25-A should be completed and sent to immediately prior to the date fixed for nomination. State Controlling Bodies as soon as the decision to retire a horse is made, or a horse leaves your care, so that an accurate Stewards will use stable return information to determine if a record is kept of the horse’s movements and whereabouts at horse has been trained by a licenced trainer for not less than any given point. 28 days prior to nomination. Stewards continue to monitor nominations and stable return information and any trainer that fails to lodge a stable return and/or amendment within the timeframe detailed above will be penalised.
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PRIORITIES REGARDING HORSES TO BE DRIVEN TRAINERS OBLIGATIONS
Rule 152 provides that a driver (who is also an owner or trainer) TRAINERS WITH MULTIPLE RUNNERS IN ANY ONE RACE shall not drive any other horse in a race except with the Trainers with multiple runners in any one race are required to permission of the stewards. attend the stewards’ room upon arrival on course to advise If a driver owns or trains more than one horse in a race (and the intended driving tactics to be adopted for their runners. wants to drive in that race), they must observe the following order of priority: HORSE UNATTENDED 1. The person shall drive the horse the person owns and trains Horses are not to be left unattended at any time on a racecourse. Rule 211 states: 2. The person shall drive the horse which the person owns but which is trained by someone else A trainer or other licensed person for the time being in charge of a horse shall not leave the horse unattended at a 3. The person shall drive the horse trained but not owned by racecourse whether in a stable or elsewhere. the person. An unattended horse is a welfare issue. If a horse is selected Please note that if a driver is temporarily in charge of a horse for pre-race swabbing and is unattended, it can interfere with in a traine’rs absence on raceday, that driver is deemed to be the timing of that swab sample which may result in the horse the trainer and if they wish to drive in the race in which that having to be detained on course two hours post race for the horse is engaged, they will be required under the Rules to sample to be obtained. drive that horse.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES TEMPORARILY IN CHARGE OF A HORSE Participants are reminded of their obligation regarding arrival Rule 119A(1) states: and departure times on course. Where a trainer intends to leave his horse with another Horses must be on course one hour prior to their race. Rule 41. licensed trainer or another person the trainer must obtain (1) states: approval from the Stewards prior to doing so. A horse entered to race at a meeting shall be at the The trainer must also provide a written authorisation to be racecourse at which the meeting is to be conducted sixty submitted to the stewards at the race meeting. minutes before the scheduled start time of the race or such Therefore, if trainers are unable to attend a race meeting and other time as determined by the Controlling Body. they wish to leave their horse with a licenced trainer or driver, A trainer, driver, person in charge and the horse must also they must seek permission from the stewards prior to the remain on course for 30 minutes after the race. Rule 43A. (1) race meeting. Trainers should not assume that permission will states: automatically be granted as stewards will take into account a number of factors including whether the licenced person A driver, trainer or person in charge of a horse engaged in is connected to the stable, the other commitments of the a race and the horse shall remain on the racecourse for at licenced person at the races, the age and licence category of least 30 minutes after the race unless permission to leave is the licenced person. Trainers who fail to seek prior permission granted by the Stewards. may be subject to fines.
Please note if permission is granted and the person in charge is a driver, and they wish to drive in the race in which that horse is engaged, they must drive that horse, as per Rule 152 (detailed above).
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STEWARDS NOTICES
OBLIGATION TO REPORT LOG BOOK
Participants are reminded of their obligation under Rule 89(1) Trainers are reminded of their obligation regarding Log Books. which states: Rule states:
After the running of any race and for a period of 7 days 190B. (1) A trainer shall at all times keep and maintain a log thereafter if the owner, trainer, driver, stable hand or any book: person in charge of a horse is aware of or has knowledge of A trainer must enter details of the treatment administered to anything which may have affected the horse’s performance in any horse on the day of administration and must produce their that race, he or she shall report it immediately to the Stewards. Log Book for inspection by stewards upon request. Things that may have affected the horse’s performance can A trainer must list all therapeutic substances in their possession. include: When recording details of treatments administered it must • Casting a plate include: • Broken gear • The name of the horse • Flat tyre • The date and time of administration • Gear that is not activated • The name of treatment (brand name and active • Contacting its own sulky wheels constituent)
• Poor post race recovery • The route of administration
• Injury or illness post-race • The amount given
• The name and signature of person administering or authorising treatment APPROVED GEAR Treatment includes: Any gear used on a horse must be approved. Rule268 states: • All Controlled Drugs administered by a Gear used in connection with racing shall be approved by the Veterinarian(Schedule 8) Controlling Body. • All Prescription Animal Remedies (Schedule 4) A list of approved gear is provided on the Harness Racing Australia website. To view this list, access the harness.org.au • All Prescription Only Mediciines prescribed and/or website. dispensed by a Veterinarian for all label use (Schedule 4)
• Click on the ‘Services’ tab • All injectable veterinary medicines
• Click ‘Rules’ • All Pharmicist only medicines (Schedule 2 and Schedule 3)
• Click ‘Approved Gear List’ • All veterinary and other medicines containing other scheduled and unscheduled prohibited substances • Click ‘Approved Gear List Orthodox or Unorthodox’ • All alkalinising agents If connections wish to use gear not on this list, home made gear or gear used not in the usual manner, they must seek • All herbal preparations permission from stewards beforehand. • Shockwave therapy
• Acupuncture (including laser treatment)
• Chiropractic treatment
• Use of electrical stimulation devices
• Magnetic field therapy
• Ultrasound
• Any form of oxygen therapy including hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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FINE FOR FAILURE TO PRODUCE A RECORD OF 4. A Driver who does not have a good record at the time TREATMENT/S when any penalty is being issued arising from any race, will not be granted a deferment of the commencement The requirements for the recording of treatment records are of such penalty where such deferment would include a set out in Rule 190B and are also described in the Prohibited Group or other feature event. Substances section of this magazine. Trainers should ensure Drivers with good records may be granted such that theyare familiar with this rule and requirements. deferment at the discretion of the Stewards, however Currently there are no set penalties applied for a breach of deferments will not be granted in any circumstance where this rule. in the opinion of the Stewards the offence was egregious, excessive, flagrant (or Driver dislodged) or where as a Trainers are now advised that, in order to encourage result a fall occurred. compliance, commencing 1 September 2015 aminimum (For Example; If a Driver is not deemed to have a good mandatory fine of $300 will be applied by Stewards for any record as per the Harness Stewards Penalty Guidelines first offence breach of 190B. Document and incurs a suspension on Tuesday in some regular race, then such penalty will not be deferred to include the Friday, if the same Driver is due to drive in a GROUP RACING AND DEFERRMENT PENALTY Group or feature event on that day.) POLICY 5. A Good record shall be one where the Driver has not Effective from 1 June 2016 the following policy and procedure been suspended within the last 6-months for any driving shall apply to application of penalties for driving infringements related offence provided that he has driven in no less than (whip offences, interference, crossing, jostling, unacceptable 100 race starts in that period. drives etc) issued by Stewards.
1. Stewards shall apply a higher level of base tariff for any suspensions or fines imposed in relation to infringements of the rules in relation to driving offences arising from all Group races. Accordingly such penalties shall be higher and not less than an additional 10-days to the starting tariff. (Eg. If the normal starting point for the penalty would be 21 days, the Stewards will apply a starting point of at least 31 days subject to any mitigations that then apply which will be calculated on the normal tariff that applies) In assessing any fines, where the offending Driver has subsequently proceeded to win or be placed, the Stewards will be entitled to take into account the Driver percentages that are to apply in determining the quantum of fine.
2. In instances where the offence is deemed in the opinion of the Stewards to be egregious, excessive, flagrant, resulted in a fall (or Driver dislodged) or where the offending Driver has subsequently proceeded to win or be placed in such event, the penalty shall also attract an additional premium above that of the higher base tariff. This shall also apply where as a result of the matter concerning the offence the Driver has either directly or indirectly benefited from the event with respect to the final finishing position of the horse.
3. Any suspensions incurred in Group races shall not be deferred for a period greater than 5-days. Such limited concession is provided in the interests of connections to avoid difficulties in finding replacement drivers at short notice for race meeting in the immediate days ahead where other drivers are already engaged. Accordingly it would be expected that Driver’s will fulfil their engagements (i.e within 5 days) unless there are some rare and exceptional reasons why this is not appropriate.
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DISPUTE RESOLUTION WHIP RULE (FROM 1 SEPTEMBER 2018)
From time to time RWWA customers seek assistance in Rule 156. – Whips resolving disputes regarding horse ownership or the training of a horse etc. Notwithstanding the wide powers RWWA and (1) (a) A driver shall only use and be in possession of a its officials, particularly the Stewards, have under the Rules whip by the Controlling Body. those powers do not extend to dispute resolution to the (b) A whip, once approved - extent that the Stewards can compel a party to act in any (i) shall not be modified in any manner; way not specifically outlined in the Rules themselves. Neither (ii) shall be maintained in a satisfactory do the Stewards have the authority to force a person to sign condition; away or forsake a share or interest in an animal, which has (c) A whip that does not comply with sub- been afforded to them in accordance with the relevant Rules paragraph (b) may be confiscated by the of Racing, or make any orders with respect to compensatory Stewards. payments. This should not deter a person contacting RWWA officials who will provide advice in terms of the Rules and (2) A driver shall only apply the whip in a flicking motion RWWA procedures and policies and ensure these are being whilst holding a rein in each hand with the tip of the complied with. Matters that cannot be resolved through the whip pointed forward in an action which does not application of the Rules and polices, become a civil dispute engage the shoulder. between the parties which must be resolved accordingly. Unless a dispute involves an alleged breach of the Rules, (3) A driver shall not use a whip in an unapproved RWWA and its officials will not become directly involved. manner. The exception is where a dispute is the subject of (4) For the purposes of sub-rule (3) a driver shall be proceedings at law, in which case RWWA and its officials will deemed to have used the whip in an unapproved be guided by any decision of a court. manner in the following circumstances which are not exclusive:- Any complaint against a person for an alleged breach of the Rules must be made in writing and directed to the Chief (a) If the whip is applied excessively, continuously Steward of the respective racing code. and/or without allowing the horse time to respond. (b) If the whip is applied when the horse:- (i) is not visibly responding; (ii) is not in contention; (iii) cannot maintain or improve its position; (iv) is clearly winning; (v) has passed the winning post at the finish of a race. (c) If the reins are lengthened so as to result in loose reining regardless of (5) A driver shall not use the whip in a manner which causes injury to a horse. (6) A whip shall not be used so as to obstruct, strike or endanger another driver or horse. (7) A driver shall not allow a whip to project outside the sulky. (8) A person who fails to comply with any provision of this Rule is guilty of an offence.
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The presence of prohibited substances in racehorses is viewed • To consult with their veterinarians to ensure that their very seriously and punishments in this area are generally oral supplementation regimen provides only the amount severe. Therefore Racing and Wagering WA would like to draw of cobalt necessary to meet the scientifically established the attention of trainers to Harness rule of Racing 190, which nutritional requirements of the horse for cobalt. states in part: “A horse shall be presented for a race free of • To administer only nutritional supplements that are prohibited substances”. manufactured or marketed by reputable companies All trainers are reminded of the strict provisions of HR 190 and to administer such supplements only at the and of their responsibility for not only the condition, but also manufacturer’s recommended dose and frequency of the care of their horses, especially in the period leading up administration. to racing. Therefore trainers are urged, in their own interests • To avoid the simultaneous use of multiple supplements and in the interests of racing, to take proper precautions in containing cobalt and vitamin B12. regard to the feeding and safeguarding of horses that are to race, and to ensure that any person having contact with these • That administering products that are inadequately horses is fully aware of the serious consequences that could labelled, that make claims to enhance racing performance flow should a ‘positive’ sample be returned. or to be ‘undetectable’, or which are marketed over the internet is extremely unwise. For advice on the use of products that may contain prohibited substances trainers should consult their veterinarian, or • To comply with the one clear day restriction on the contact the RWWA Veterinary Department (08) 9445 5459 or injection of any substance prior to racing. 0419 933 719. Whilst the threshold has been set at a level to allow for normal levels of cobalt supplementation through routine nutritional sources, trainers are advised that the administration of certain INDUSTRY NOTICE – REVISED URINE AND NEW registered vitamin supplements, particularly by injection, PLASMA THRESHOLDS FOR COBALT close to racing may result in a level of cobalt in a subsequent Cobalt is a naturally occurring trace element which may sample that exceeds this threshold. Trainers are therefore normally be present in horses at very low levels as a advised to avoid the use of these supplements close to racing. result of the ingestion of feedstuffs that contain it in trace Examples of injectable vitamin supplements that contain amounts. Cobalt is also present in the structure of vitamin cobalt and/or vitamin B12 include, but are not limited, to B12 (cyanocobalamin). However, it is known that excessive V.A.M. injection, Hemo-15 and Hemoplex. amounts of cobalt have an effect on the blood system and therefore it can also be considered as a prohibited substance Please direct any inquiries to the RWWA Veterinary according to the Rules of Racing when it is at levels above Department or the Stewards. those naturally occurring or as a result of routine nutritional sources, thus a threshold level was introduced into the Rules of Harness Racing to control the use of cobalt in race horses.
Please be aware that:
1. The urine threshold for cobalt will be lowered from 200 micrograms per litre (μg/L) to 100μg/L with effect from 1st November 2016.
2. A plasma threshold of 25 μg/L will also be implemented from 1st November 2016. The lowered urine cobalt threshold and the introduction of a plasma cobalt threshold provide a significantly more sensitive means of detecting the abuse of cobalt in racing.
Therefore trainers are advised:
• That a normal racing diet is more than sufficient to meet a horse’s nutritional requirements for cobalt and vitamin B12.
• That registered injectable cobalt supplements offer no nutritional advantages because incorporation of cobalt into the vitamin B12 molecule occurs within the horse’s gut.
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RWWA HARNESS INDUSTRY NOTICE – RULE HR 196B collection of official pre-race or out of competition blood samples at the direction of the Stewards for the purpose of Trainers and other Harness racing industry participants should drug analyses. be aware of Australian Harness Rule of Racing 196B that became effective in Western Australia from 1st September, 2015. This Rule prohibits the use of injections of any type in IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR HARNESS TRAINERS AND horses during the One Clear Day prior to racing. VETERINARIANS REGARDING THE DETECTION OF THE CORTICOSTEROID DRUG DEXAMETHASONE 196B. (1) A person shall not without the permission of the Stewards within one (1) clear day of the commencement of a race Harness trainers and Veterinarians should be aware that administer, attempt to administer or cause to be administered an the screening limit applied for the corticosteroid drug injection to a horse nominated for that race. dexamethasone will change in Western Australia as of the 1st (2) For the purposes of this Rule - May 2015, and this will result in a longer detection time for the drug in urine. (a) One clear day means the twenty four (24) hour period from 12.01 a.m. to 12 midnight; Background
(b) Administering an injection to a horse means the The Australian Racing Board (ARB) has notified RWWA that use of a hypodermic needle or other instrument to as of the 1st May 2015 the Thoroughbred Rules of Racing will introduce or extract any substance from the horse; be amended in order to adopt the new International Screening (c) It is not necessary to establish whether any Limit (ISL) for dexamethasone of 0.2ng/mL in urine. This substance was injected or the nature of the new screening limit will be implemented by Australian racing substance injected. laboratories for samples from Thoroughbred horses with effect (3) A person who fails to comply with sub-rule (1) is guilty from 1 May, 2015. of an offence. In the interest of consistency across both horse racing codes within Western Australia, Racing and Wagering WA have advised the ChemCentre WA that as of the 1st May 2015, Implications of HR 196B this new International Screening Limit for dexamethasone This rule makes it an offence for any person (including a of 0.2ng/mL in urine must be applied to all equine samples trainer, anyone else in charge of a racehorse or a veterinarian) collected during competition from both Thoroughbred and to insert a hypodermic needle into a horse within the one clear Standardbred horses. day prior to a race. This will have important implications for the detection of By way of example, if a horse is racing on a Friday, the last dexamethasone following its administration to racehorses, time that the horse may be injected is midnight on the and will lead to a prolongation of detection times for this Wednesday prior to the race. The horse must not be injected corticosteroid drug. on the Thursday or at any time on the Friday prior to the running of the race. For the purpose of proving a breach of HR By way of an example, the ISL was applied to the analysis of 196B, it is not necessary to establish what (if any) substance samples collected during an administration trial involving a was injected, or was attempted to have been injected, into the short-acting dexamethasone preparation (dexamethasone horse. sodium phosphate) given intravenously and conducted as part of the Equine Therapeutics Research Australia (ETRA) project The one clear day ban on injections prior to competition and published by the Rural Industries Research Development includes, but is not limited to, the administration by injection, Corporation (RIRDC). The published ETRA data sheet for whether intravenously, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or any dexamethasone reports a detection time of three days for the other route, of the following medications and substances: dosage regimen and pharmaceutical preparation used in the • intravenous infusions, fluids and electrolytes; ETRA trial, and is valid for the new ISL to be applied by the Australian racing laboratories. • vitamin and mineral supplements; It should be noted that this three day detection time for • all Schedule 4 Prescription Animal Remedies and dexamethasone sodium phosphate is longer than the Prescription Medicines for injection, including those detection time of 48 hours previously reported in the specified in AR 178B(2) such as antibiotics, mucolytic Australian Equine Veterinary Association (now Equine agents and anti-arthritic agents; and Veterinarians Australia – EVA) publication ‘Detection of • any other agents for administration by injection. Therapeutic Substances in Racing Horses’ (‘The White Book’), using the analytical methodology at that time. For the purpose of this rule “injection” means, but is not limited to, the insertion of a hypodermic needle into a horse. Therefore veterinarians are advised that recommended Under the amended rule, a person also must not insert a withdrawal periods for treatment with dexamethasone sodium needle into a horse for the purpose of blood sampling for phosphate (for example, in products including Colvasone, health and fitness assessment during the one clear day prior Dexadreson, Dexapent, Dexason, Dexol-5, Dexone-5) must be to competition. The obvious exception to the Rule is the based on the new ETRA data sheet detection time of three
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(3) days and not on the previous advice provided in the EVA other substances with a similar chemical structure or similar publication, and that trainers are warned accordingly. biological effect(s).
It is important to note that a withdrawal (or withholding) Endogenous anabolic androgenic steroids are also period is not the same as a detection period. Any withdrawal banned when administered exogenously, and include period should be calculated based on the published detection but are not limited to: androstenediol; androstenedione; time, with the addition of a suitable safety margin based on dihydrotestosterone; prasterone (dehydroepiandrosterone or the circumstances of the administration, including dose, route DHEA); and testosterone; and their metabolites and isomers. of administration, preparation administered. Altrenogest (in, for example, Regumate) is still permitted to be There have been no studies conducted on the detection of used in fillies and Ms to regulate their oestrus cycle. long-acting forms of injectable dexamethasone in relation to Which horses are affected by these rules? the ISL, and due to their long and unpredictable excretion, their use in racehorses should be avoided. The use of anabolic androgenic steroids will be banned from birth. There are no time or therapeutic exemptions of Date of Effect: 1st May, 2015. any kind. The ban applies to all unregistered and registered Standardbred racehorses until their retirement as a racehorse. NEW RULES PERTAINING TO THE BANNING Standardbred horses can be tested at any time and this OF ANABOLIC STEROIDS IN THE WA HARNESS includes when spelling and in training and racing. INDUSTRY APPLICABLE FROM 1ST SEPTEMBER 2014 Can I have anabolic steroids present in my stables or on my Harness Racing Australia has introduced new Rules property even when prescribed by a veterinarian? completely banning the use of anabolic steroids in No – the possession of any anabolic androgenic steroid, Standardbred racehorses. including oral paste preparations such as Nitrotain, at any These rules have been approved by the RWWA Integrity premise used in relation to the training and racing of horses Assurance Committee however in order to allow sufficient will be considered an offence under the new rules. time for the Western Australian harness racing industry to be Further any person who either administers or attempts to informed of their introduction they will not be introduced in administer an anabolic androgenic steroid to a Standardbred Western Australia until 1st September 2014. horse at any time commits an offence under these rules.
A full copy of the relevant rules pertaining to this ban of How will compliance with this ban be enforced by anabolic steroids for reference can be found in the calendar Controlling Bodies? section Amendments to the Rules of Racing. Compliance with these rules will be enforced by Controlling There are many implications arising from these rules, and Bodies through regular stable inspections, inspections of to assist trainers and veterinarians in their compliance, the medications and medication records and regular out of following explanatory note is provided. competition testing of Standardbred horses, as well as Which steroids are banned under these rules? through routine race day sampling.
The new rules ban the use of "anabolic androgenic steroids" in Any registered horse that tests positive at any time for a Standardbred horses at any time from birth until retirement. banned anabolic androgenic steroid will not be eligible to trial or race for 12 months from the date of collection of the "Anabolic androgenic steroids" include those that are sample. currently registered in Australia by the APVMA for use in horses, such as boldenone, ethylestrenol (in Nitrotain), Any unregistered horse that tests positive at any time for a methandriol, nandrolone, stanozolol and testosterone. banned anabolic androgenic steroid will not be eligible to trial or race for 12 months from the latter of a) the date on which Exogenous anabolic androgenic steroids that are banned the horse, having been registered, is allowed to start in a race also include but are not limited to those listed in the WADA or b) the date of collection of the sample. prohibited list, such as 1-androstenediol; 1-androstenedione; bolandiol; bolasterone; boldione; calusterone; clostebol; danazol; dehydrochlormethyltestosterone; desoxymethyltestosterone; drostanolone; fluoxymesterone; formebolone; furazabol; gestrinone; 4-hydroxytestosterone; mestanolone; mesterolone; metenolone; methandienone; methasterone; methyldienolone; methyl-1-testosterone; methylnortestosterone; methyltestosterone; metribolone; mibolerone; 19-norandrostenedione; norboletone; norclostebol; norethandrolone; oxabolone; oxandrolone; oxymesterone; oxymetholone; prostanozol; quinbolone; stenbolone; 1-testosterone; tetrahydrogestrinone (THG); trenbolone; and
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RULES RELATING TO THE TREATMENT OF NO MEDICATION ON RACE-DAY RACEHORSES Trainers should be aware of HR 193 (3); Trainers and Veterinarians should be aware of the implications (3) A person shall not administer or cause to be administered of HR 188A (3) and HR 193 (3) which have an impact on the any medication to a horse on race day prior to such horse way racehorses can be treated before racing. running in a race. HR 188A (3) specifies a limited number of therapeutic For the purposes of this rule medication means any treatment substances that have been exempted from the provisions of with drugs or other substances; whether they are prohibited the Prohibited substances rule – HR 188A (1). substances or not. Veterinary advice should be sought at all HR 188A (3) states: times.
(3) The following are not prohibited substances: There are a number of implications arising from this Rule:
• antimicrobials (antibiotics) and other anti-infective agents • HR 193 (3) effectively prohibits all treatment of horses but not including procaine penicillin with drugs and other substances by injection, stomach tubing, oral syringe, topical application, inhalation or other • antiparasitics approved and registered for use in horses means on race day prior to racing. Essentially, only normal • ranitidine feeding and drinking will be permitted in this period.
• omeprazole • Prior permission can be sought from the Stewards to permit race day treatment under special circumstances. • ambroxol Such permission, however, can only be sought by trainers • bromhexine and is on an individual case-by-case basis.
• dembrexine Trainers should contact the RWWA Veterinary Department or the Stewards if they have any queries about the meaning of • registered vaccines against infectious agents this Rule. • orally administered glucosamine
• orally administered chondroitin sulphate
• altrenogest when administered to fillies and Ms
These substances listed in HR 188A (3) effectively will no longer be considered as prohibited substances according to the Rules of Racing when administered in the manner specified. These substances include antibiotics (except for procaine penicillin), antiparasitic drugs approved and registered for use in horses, registered veterinary anti-ulcer treatments for use in horses, registered mucolytic agents for horses, registered vaccines against infectious agents in horses, the progestagen altrenogest when used in fillies and Ms only, and preparations for oral administration containing glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate.
Note: the antiparasitic agent levamisole, which is contained in some sheep and cattle drenches, is not approved or registered for use in horses, and would therefore be considered a prohibited substance. The detection of levamisole and/or its metabolites, artifacts and isomers in a race day sample would be a contravention of the Harness Rules of Racing.
The administration of altrenogest to a male horse or gelding, and its subsequent detection in a sample from that animal would be a contravention of the Harness Rules of Racing.
The introduction of HR 188A (3) does not imply the unrestricted use of these substances prior to racing. Their administration will still be considered as medication according to the Rules, and therefore their administration to a horse is not permitted on race day prior to the horse running in its race.
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TESTING OF NON-RACE DAY (ELECTIVE) SAMPLES • $350.00 per drug category when received at RCL 1 working day prior to the day of the race. Trainers should be aware that unpredictable and prolonged excretion times can result from the therapeutic use of For further information contact the RWWA Veterinary certain, specific prohibited substances including long- Department 9445 5459 or Stewards. acting corticosteroids (particularly Depo-Medrol - methyl- prednisolone acetate) and procaine, from the use of procaine penicillin. RULE REQUIRING COMPULSORY TREATMENT RECORDING IN RACING STABLES Elective testing is strongly recommended for the above drug categories as reliable detection times are difficult, and in some Trainers and other industry participants are reminded of cases impossible, to provide. the provisions of HR 190B which makes it compulsory for trainers to keep accurate records of any and all treatments Through the Stewards, the Racing Chemistry Laboratory administered to racehorses in their care. HR 190B reads: (RCL) will analyse non-race day elective urine samples for certain long-acting therapeutic drugs. Log Books The purpose of this service is twofold. It allows trainers to determine the suitability for racing of an animal after the 190B. (1) A trainer shall at all times keep and maintain a administration of long-acting medications; or where an animal log book:- has been transferred from the premises of another trainer. (a) listing all therapeutic substances in his or The following long-acting drugs can be tested for under the her possession program: (b) recording all details of treatment administered to any horse in his or • Corticosteroids (i.e. Depo-Medrol) her care and including as a minimum • Procaine (from procaine penicillin) requirement:
Trainers and veterinarians are encouraged to use this service; (i) the name of the horse; however, it does not remove the responsibility, under the Rules (ii) the date and time of of Racing, for a trainer to present all animals under their control administration of the treatment; free of any prohibited substances on race-day. (iii) the name of the treatment (brand a) Sample Submission name of active constituent); (iv) the route of administration; 1. Urine is required for testing unless specified otherwise. (v) the amount given; 2. Samples are submitted through the Stewards or RWWA (vi) the name and signature of the Veterinary Department. person or persons administering 3. Stewards/RWWA Veterinarian must be advised prior to and/or authorising treatment. (gg sample submission. Nov11) 190B. (2) For the purposes of this rule treatment 4. Trainers will be charged through the RWWA accounting includes: system. (i) all Controlled Drugs (Schedule 8) 5. Samples should be submitted in a clean jar/container with lid administered by a veterinarian or an RCL urine collection bottle available from the Stewards. (ii) all Prescription Animal Remedies 6. The following details must be supplied when samples are (Schedule 4) submitted. (iii) all Prescription Only Medicines • Animal name and sex. (Schedule 4) prescribed and/or dispensed by a veterinarian for off • Drug name/s for which the sample is to be tested. label use • Treatment details i.e. drug/dose/date administered. (iv) all injectable veterinary medicines (intravenous, intramuscular, • Trainer’s name and contact details subcutaneous, intra-articular) not 7. Stewards will advise trainer when results are received from already included above the RCL. (v) all Pharmacist only (Schedule 3) Cost of sample analysis (as advised by the RCL - all prices and Pharmacy Only (Schedule 2) include GST) medicines
• $160.00 per drug category when received at RCL at least 2 working days prior to the day of the race.
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(vi) all veterinary and other medicines Electronic records using appropriate computer software PROVIDED THE REQUIRED DETAILS containing other scheduled are also acceptable, AS SPECIFIED IN HR 190B ARE ENTERED, ESPECIALLY and unscheduled prohibited INCLUDING THE NAME OF THE PERSON ADMINISTERING substances AND/OR AUTHORISING THE TREATMENT. (vii) all alkalinising agents (viii) all herbal preparations (ix) shockwave therapy BRONCHODILATORS
(x) acupuncture (including laser Trainers and veterinarians are advised that human prescription treatment) bronchodilators such as IPRATROPIUM [Atrovent®], (xi) chiropractic treatment SALBUTAMOL [Ventolin®] and TERBUTALINE [Bricanyl®] are (xii) the use of any electrical prohibited substances and as such are screened for in race day stimulation device (including samples. Furthermore their administration to a horse pre-race transcutaneous electrical nerve on race day would constitute an offence under HR 193 (3). stimulation (TENS)) (xiii) magnetic field therapy 3 – METHOXYTYRAMINE (xiv) ultrasound Under the Rules of Racing there is a threshold for (xv) any form of oxygen therapy 3-methoxytyramine, exceeding which the substance can be including hyperbaric oxygen considered a prohibited substance, which has implications for therapy. certain stable management and feeding practices. To reduce 190B. (3) Details of the treatment administered to any the likelihood of inadvertent or uninformed contravention of horse must be entered into the log book on this rule the following advice is provided. the day of the administration. The administration (including supplementation through 190B. (4) A trainer shall upon request produce such feeding) of certain substances to horses has been shown, log book or register for inspection by the under certain circumstances, to elevate urinary levels of 3- Stewards. methoxytyramine. The relevant substances include: 190B. (5) A trainer shall retain possession of a log book for a period of two years. • tyrosine
190B. (6) A trainer who fails to comply with the • phenylalanine provisions of sub-rule (1), (3), (4) or (5) is guilty of an offence. • feeds or feed supplements containing broadbeans (Vicia faba) and/or Jackbeans and horsebeans (Mucuna species These records must be retained for at least 12 months and be beans). produced if requested by the Stewards, for example, during a stable inspection or at an official Stewards’ inquiry. The concurrent administration of vitamin B6 (pyroxidine) and/ or magnesium with the above substances may also result in Provided the required details as specified in HR 190B are an elevation of urinary levels of 3- methoxytyramine. Trainers entered for each treatment, there is currently no prescribed are therefore advised to avoid the administration of these format for the recording of treatment. This is because substances close to racing. methods of record keeping for invoicing and other purposes vary from stable to stable, depending on the size and complexity of the operation.
Suggested methods include the use of an A4 day-to-a-page diary where the required treatment details are entered daily for each horse on the corresponding page. Columns on each page would include racing name of horse, treatment administered, route of administration (oral, IV, etc), amount given, name and signature of person administering treatment, and name of person authorising treatment.
Alternatively, an A4 or similar-sized page-numbered account book might be used to enter the required treatment details on a page (or pages) for each horse in consecutive order as treatments are administered, ensuring the same details under the headings specified above are recorded, but also including the date of administration.
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ENDOGENOUS AND NATURALLY OCCURRING WARNING ON THE USE OF HYDROCORTISONE SUBSTANCES SODIUM SUCCINATE (SOLU-CORTEF) WITHIN 48 HOURS OF RACING. Race-day samples containing elevated levels of hydrocortisone, salicylic acid and dimethylsulphoxide (DMSO) will be reported As from 1 November 2009, a new testing method has been to the Stewards, and may constitute a breach of the Rules if introduced by the Australian racing laboratories which will allow reported at levels above the threshold prescribed within the the direct detection of hydrocortisone hemisuccinate (arising Rules. from the use of hydrocortisone sodium succinate) in blood and urine. This method does not require quantitative measurement Hydrocortisone is produced by the horse’s adrenal glands of the hydrocortisone concentration and the application of the and is a normal constituent of urine. However, hydrocortisone urinary threshold specified in HR 188A (2) (f). is also present in certain pharmaceutical preparations and elevated levels of hydrocortisone can also be induced by the The method detects recent use of the human prescription administration of ACTH. Trainers should avoid administering medicine Solu-Cortef whose active ingredient is hydrocortisone either hydrocortisone preparations or ACTH close to race-time sodium succinate and which therefore should not be used as it can give rise to elevated levels of hydrocortisone. within 48 hours of racing. This method can be extended to cover other injectable forms of hydrocortisone although none Salicylic acid is a normal constituent of equine urine, arising of these are currently registered for use in Australia. from the ingestion of green feed. However, salicylic acid is also the metabolite of a number of salicylates, including the Industry participants are therefore advised to avoid the use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs aspirin (contained in of hydrocortisone sodium succinate within the 48 hours Vetalgine ®) and methylsalicylate (contained in a number of prior to racing, and are also advised that the detection of liniment preparations). The administration or application of hydrocortisone hemisuccinate in a blood or urine sample at aspirin and methylsalicylate can give rise to elevated levels of any concentration constitutes a breach of the Rules. Further, salicylic acid. Trainers should avoid the administering these the urinary threshold in HR 188A (2) (f) does not apply to drugs close to race-time. hydrocortisone hemisuccinate.
Dimethylsulphoxide (DMSO) is a prohibited substance. Trainers should avoid the application and/or administration of DMSO WARNING ON THE USE OF AMINOCAPROIC ACID preparations close to race time. Trainers and others in the racing industry are warned that aminocaproic acid is a prohibited substance and as such is HERBAL REMEDIES screened for in race day samples.
Trainers are reminded that herbal remedies and medicines, Industry participants are also warned that there are currently including those obtained over-the-counter at a pharmacy, may no registered veterinary or human pharmaceuticals available in contain prohibited substances. Trainers are strongly advised Australia that contain aminocaproic acid and therefore it has no to avoid their use close to racing because the constituents of legitimate use in racing horses. The presence in a racing stable of many of these preparations are unlisted or unknown. Specific any product containing aminocaproic acid would be an offence examples of preparations that should be avoided include those under the Rules, and the presence of aminocaproic acid in a containing guarana, kava and valerian. swab sample would be deemed to be a prohibited substance under the Rules of Racing.
Further, the administration of any “anti-bleeder” medications to a horse on raceday would constitute an offence under HR 193 (3).
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HYDROXYPROGESTERONE CAPROATE UNREGISTERED AND IMPROPERLY PRESCRIBED/ SUPPLIED MEDICATIONS Hydroxyprogesterone caproate is a female sex hormone used in a range of veterinary preparations to provide behaviour Trainers, veterinarians and other industry participants should be modification and pregnancy maintenance in Ms and to provide aware of HR 194 which states: a weight maintenance effect. “A person who has in his possession or on his premises or Hydroxyprogesterone caproate is a prohibited substance in under his control any substance or preparation that has not racing under the provisions of HR 188A. been registered, labelled, prescribed, dispensed or obtained in compliance with relevant State and Commonwealth legislation is Hydroxyprogesterone caproate is a long acting depot guilty of an offence.” preparation and as such can have prolonged and extremely variable excretion times, especially after multiple This Rule makes it an offence for a trainer (or anyone else in administrations. Effectively the only reliable advice that can be charge of racehorses in training) to have in their possession provided to industry participants is to avoid the use of products prescription medicines (whether veterinary or human) that containing hydroxyprogesterone caproate in racing horses. have not been properly prescribed; or unregistered veterinary Elective testing is available to trainers to avoid the likelihood of chemical products. positive race day samples. For advice on elective testing please Trainers and others are officially warned of the dangers of contact the RWWA Veterinary Department. administering to horses that are in work and racing: Hydroxyprogesterone caproate (also known as • Unregistered medicines (veterinary and human) hydroxyprogesterone hexanoate) is an active constituent of such veterinary products as; Hydroxy P 500®, Calm P®, • Over-the-counter pharmacy medicines Reepair® and Tissue Repair® (RWR). Trainers should consult • Restricted human prescription (schedule 4 or 8) medicines their veterinary surgeon or the RWWA Veterinary Department if unsure whether veterinary preparations contain prohibited • Registered veterinary medicines not intended for use in substances before they commence to use them. Screening horses of samples for hydroxyprogesterone caproate will involve all • Registered veterinary prescription (schedule 4) medicines horses regardless of their gender. that are not prescribed for a specific horse or are otherwise improperly labelled
OVER-THE-COUNTER PHARMACY MEDICATIONS The use of these preparations could lead to the risk of a treated horse returning a positive to prohibited substances when Trainers should be aware that some “over-the-counter” sampled on race day, and in some situations, may constitute human and/or veterinary preparations may contain prohibited a contravention of Commonwealth and State regulations substances. Examples include but are not limited to: Enerselen regarding the supply and use of these preparations. (Jurox) & Kynoselen (Vetoquinol) which contain heptaminol, DADA 250 (Nature Vet); Dadal (Ranvet);; Heptenal (Nature Industry participants are urged to examine their stable Vet) & Tridenosen (Nature Vet) which contain DADA (di- medicine supplies for unregistered medicines, prescription isopropylamine dichloroacetate. (S4) medicines that are not properly labelled by a veterinarian and medicines beyond their expiry date, and dispose of such Trainers are advised to avoid administering these preparations products appropriately. Trainers should consult with their close to race-time. Furthermore trainers are advised to discuss veterinarian or the RWWA Veterinarian if they are unsure as to the use of any human or animal over-the-counter pharmacy whether a product is registered or not. Trainers are reminded medications purchased for use on racing horses with their to always seek professional advice whenever any racehorse is veterinarian as they may contain prohibited substances and treated with any veterinary medicine or other preparation that their use should be avoided close to racing. may contain a prohibited substance.
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WARNING NOTICE TO TRAINERS RE: CAPSAICIN A recent Australian study concluded that it is possible that Arsenic levels in horse urine may be elevated following the Trainers are warned about the prohibited substance capsaicin ingestion by a horse of Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) which has been detected in race day samples in other racing treated pine timber, a common component of horse stables and jurisdictions. paddock fencing. Capsaicin is a prohibited substance since it has actions and Consequently, RWWA Stewards advise that it would be effects principally on the nervous system, cardiovascular prudent for trainers and industry participants to conduct an system and digestive system, and would also be categorised as environmental audit of their facilities to ensure they eliminate an analgesic and vasodilator. Capsaicin is the active component access of the racehorses in their care to CCA treated pine of chilli peppers which are plants belonging to the genus timber products, or any other product that may present a Capsicum. It is an irritant when applied topically, and produces similar a sensation of burning in any tissue with which it comes into contact.
There are anecdotal reports of capsaicin arising from the RISK OF AN ELEVATED ARSENIC LEVEL IN ANY administration of non-proprietary drenches that have been RACE DAY SAMPLE touted for pre-race use in horses. Capsaicin is also present RWWA Stewards recently concluded several inquiries into in a number of topical rubefacient human medicines used to matters relating to the presentation of horses by trainers treat musculoskeletal pain. It is also contained in products with Arsenic levels above the threshold. In those matters such as Stop Crib, a paste applied to fences and rugs to a conviction without penalty was recorded and the horses stop chewing and crib biting. Stop Crib is the only product concerned were disqualified. RWWA provides notice to trainers that contains Capsicum oleoresin that is registered with the and industry participants that future action taken by RWWA APVMA, although there are other products that also contain Stewards, in matters relating to the presentation of horses this substance that are not registered. All of these products with Arsenic levels which exceed the threshold, may result in containing capsaicin should only be used according to the label penalties being imposed, regardless of any evidence relating to instructions. ingestion of CCA treated timber products or any other source. Trainers are therefore advised to ensure their racehorses do Queries can be directed to your Veterinarian or the RWWA not have access to products containing capsaicin before Veterinary Department on (08) 9445 5459. a race. Trainers are also warned of the high level of risk of administering non-proprietary drenches whose ingredients are 22 February, 2018. unlisted or unknown, and are reminded of the provisions of HR 193 (1) NOTICE TO TRAINERS RE ALTRENOGEST PRODUCTS
RWWA advises WA horse trainers and veterinarians to take ARSENIC - NOTICE TO HORSE TRAINERS note of the following notice posted by Racing NSW concerning Trainers and industry participants are reminded that Arsenic potential contamination of certain batches of altrenogest is a prohibited substance under both the Harness and products; Thoroughbred Australian Rules of Racing, when found at a level Racing NSW is aware of the Racing Victoria warning published above the threshold value of 0.30 milligrams per litre in urine. at 5.45pm on 19 June 2018 regarding veterinary prescription Arsenic is a chemical element which occurs in many minerals animal remedies containing the progestagen altrenogest, used and trace amounts may be present commonly in feeds and in to control the cyclic activity of fillies and mares. groundwater in the environment. It has been recently discovered that certain batches of Registered veterinary products that contain Arsenic -based altrenogest products may contain low level traces of trenbolone compounds include: and/or trendione. Racing NSW is conducting its own investigations into this matter. Arcyl Solution for Injection Until the situation is clarified, trainers and veterinarians should Ferrocyl injection avoid using injectable products containing altrenogest, and as Troy Invigorate Injection a precaution, should not administer oral altrenogest products within one clear day prior to racing. Jurocyl Injection. Trainers are reminded of the requirement for all treatments to Horse trainers are therefore reminded to avoid using these be recorded by midnight on the day on which the treatment preparations close to racing, and a useful guideline is not to was given. administer them following a single dose within a 5 clear day period before racing. Multiple administrations will prolong this period, so extreme caution must be exercised if administering them on consecutive days. The administration of any of these preparations must be recorded as treatment in a trainer’s medication log book. 42 INDUSTRY NOTICES
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NEW HARNESS RULE OF RACING - ADMINISTRATION banned does not take into account the day of treatment nor OF ALKALINISING AGENTS the day of racing.
Introduction For example, the restriction on the administration of alkalinising agents is one clear day. This means that if a horse is racing on a Harness Racing Australia has advised of the following new Friday, the last time it may be administered alkalinising agents, Harness Rule of Racing. Due to Western Australia’s statutory is midnight on the Wednesday. In this case, the Clear Day is the provisions with respect to the Rules of Racing this will come Thursday. into effect in WA as of 1 February 2018. A clear day is not the 24 hour period prior to the time of racing. Trainers should take particular note of new Harness Rule of Racing 196C that bans the administration of alkalinising agents Alkalinising agents that must not be administered either on to a horse, both on the day of a race and during the one Clear the day of the race or within the one clear day prior to racing Day prior to the day of the race. include, but are not limited to; bicarbonates, citrates, succinates, acetates, propionates, maleates, lactates and trometamol (e.g. The purpose of this notice is to explain the changes and THAM, tris buffer or trometamine) and also include products to assist trainers and veterinary practitioners in managing marketed as urinary alkalinisers and hind gut buffers. compliance with the new Rule. Products that contain alkalinising agents and which fall within New Harness Rule 196C this definition include proprietary formulations such as: Sodium 196C. (1) A person must not administer an alkalinising Bicarbonate (“bicarb”), sodium citrate, Baladene®, Lang's agent in any manner to a horse which is Solution® for intravenous use, Neutra-Syrup®, Neutralka®, engaged to run in a race: Neutrolene®, Neutrolene Plus® and Neutradex® and any other products that are marketed as lactic acid buffering or (a) at any time on the day of the scheduled neutralising products. These products must not be administered race and prior to the start of the race; to a horse on the day of the race prior to racing, or within the (b) at any time within one (1) clear day of the one clear day prior to race day. commencement of the race. This rule does not prohibit the use of balanced, commercial (2) Any person who:- electrolyte supplements or feeds which may contain some (a) administers an alkalinising agent; alkalinising agents, but which can be demonstrated to have (b) attempts to administer an alkalinising negligible effects on plasma TCO2 when administered in feed agent; according to the manufacturer’s recommendations for normal (c) causes an alkalinising agent to be daily use. These commercial balanced electrolyte supplements administered; and/or may be fed in normally recommended amounts within the one (d) is a party to the administration of, or an clear day. attempt to administer, an alkalinising Examples of normal balanced electrolyte products would agent contrary to sub-rule (1) is guilty of include such proprietary preparations as; Applyte Gel®, an offence. Electromix®, Electro Paste®, Electrovite Paste®, Equilyte®, (3) Where the Stewards are satisfied that a horse Endura-Max®, Endura-Max Paste®, Equicharge®, Horsport®, has, or is likely to have been, administered any Humidimix®, KelatoLYTE Electrolyte Replacer®, Ranvet alkalinising agent contrary to sub-rule (1), the Electrolytes®, Recharge®, Restore®, Salkavite® and Vetsense®. Stewards may prevent the horse from starting Regardless of the operation of this rule, in the event that an in any relevant race. elevated level of TCO2 beyond the threshold is detected from (4) For the purposes of this Rule:- any sample taken by the Stewards, the rule does not provide one clear day means the twenty four (24) hour a defence to a charge laid against a person under the Rules. period from 12.01 a.m. to 12 midnight. Consequently even if a product that is described or may be Explanation of New Rule 196C described as a ‘balanced electrolyte supplement’, such as the examples above, is fed/administered and a horse returns an This new rule makes it an offence to administer, attempt to elevated level of TCO2 greater than 36.0mm/L, the absolute administer or cause to be administered, both on the day of a and strict liability operation of the ‘presentation’ rule remains race and during the one clear day prior to a race, any substance and an offence is committed. that meets the below definition of an alkalinising agent. Barbara Scott For the purposes of Rule 196C, an alkalinising agent is defined Chief Steward Harness as any substance that may elevate the plasma total carbon dioxide (TCO2) of a horse when administered by any route.
One Clear Day is defined within the Rule to mean a twenty four hour period from 12:01 a.m. to 12 midnight. For practical purposes, a clear day restriction means that the calculation of the number of days for which the procedure/ treatment is
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CONTROL OF RACE DAY TREATMENT/MEDICATION Other topical preparations OF RACEHORSES While creams, ointments and powders for topical use are With a number of Rules now restricting medication and considered to bemedications, circumstances may arise treatments of various kinds before competition, the following when a horse suffers a minor wound that doesnot affect its are guidelines regarding medications/treatments that may be suitability to race but would benefit from the application of a approved by the Stewards on veterinary advice when a request is topicalantibiotic or antiseptic treatment. Such a preparation made to the Stewards for permission to treat a horse on race day. must be a registered veterinary preparation or human therapeutic good which contains only an antibiotic or antiseptic Guidelines for treatments/medications that can be permitted as its active ingredient, and which is clearly stated as such on race day prior to the race – prior approval of the Stewards on its product label. Any product so used must be kept in its not required original container that has applied to it the original product Topical application of hoof oils/dressings/grooming products label, must not be altered or modified by the addition of any The application of routine, non-medicated hoof oils/dressings is other substance/s,and must be available for inspection by permitted on the dayof racing. The exception is those products the Stewards and official veterinarian. The Stewards may take that contain medications or herbs that claimtherapeutic effects possession of any such preparation for testing for prohibited such as analgesia or anti-inflammatory actions. substances.
The application of commercial baby oil or petroleum jelly Trainers must apply to the Stewards for permission to preparations to lubricate/prevent chaffing of a body area, or administer a topical antiseptic/antibiotic preparation before a a grooming product, is permitted to be applied pre-race. Any race on race day. Horses having received such permission for product so used must be kept in its original container that has the application of a topical medication must be inspected by an applied to it the original product label, must not be altered or official veterinarian on arrival at the racecourse. modified by the addition of any other substance/s, and must be Treatments/medications prohibited on race day prior to the race available for inspection by the Stewards and official veterinarian. Routes of administration The Stewards may take possession of any such preparation for testing for prohibited substances. Unless excepted in the guidelines above, any substance administered by injection, by stomach tube, by paste, by dose Shampoos and fly sprays syringe, by topical application or by inhalation will be considered Shampoos, including those that are antiseptic or contain an anti- to be a treatment and must not be administered on race day fungal agent, are permitted to be used on race day prior to racing. prior to the race. Furthermore, there are other pre-competition Fly sprays are permitted to be used on race day prior to racing. restrictions on certain treatments/procedures imposed within the Harness rules that trainers must be aware of. Physical therapy as treatment
Vibratory massage systems may be used in the stable on the Clay poultices morning of the day of the race but are not permitted on the Clay poultices may be applied to the legs no later than the day racecourse. before racing but must be removed the morning of the race and must not be re-applied on race day before the race. All The application of ice/cold water to musculoskeletal structures traces of clay poultices must be removed prior to arrival on- The application of ice or chilled water to, or the use of whirlpool course. boots or systems such as “Game Ready” on musculoskeletal structures are permitted in the trainer’s stables on the morning of Glycerine and Vicks Vaporub® race day but are not permitted to be used pre-race in the race day The application of Glycerine and/or Vicks Vaporub® by any stalls on-course. means is not permitted prior to racing on race day.
Treatments/medications permitted on race day before the race – Physical therapy as treatment prior approval of the Stewards required The following physical treatments are not permitted to be used at any time before racing on the day of a race:
• acupuncture
• laser and infra-red treatments
• chiropractic manipulations
• magnetic field therapy
• transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and any other form of electrical stimulation
Extra-corporeal shock wave treatment (ESWT)
Shock wave treatment of racehorses is prohibited for seven clear days prior to racing.
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CONTROL OF RACE DAY TREATMENT/MEDICATION may take possession of any such preparation for testing for OF RACEHORSES prohibited substances.
With a number of Rules now restricting medication and Trainers must apply to the Stewards for permission to administer a treatments of various kinds before competition, the following topical antiseptic/antibiotic preparation before a race on race day. are guidelines regarding medications/treatments that may be Horses having received such permission for the application of a approved by the Stewards on veterinary advice when a request is topical medication must be inspected by an official veterinarian on made to the Stewards for permission to treat a horse on race day. arrival at the racecourse.
Guidelines for treatments/medications that can be permitted Treatments/medications prohibited on race day prior to the race on race day prior to the race – prior approval of the Stewards Routes of administration not required Unless excepted in the guidelines above, any substance Topical application of hoof oils/dressings/grooming products administered by injection, by stomach tube, by paste, by dose The application of routine, non-medicated hoof oils/dressings is syringe, by topical application or by inhalation will be considered permitted on the dayof racing. The exception is those products to be a treatment and must not be administered on race day that contain medications or herbs that claim therapeutic effects prior to the race. Furthermore, there are other pre-competition such as analgesia or anti-inflammatory actions. restrictions on certain treatments/procedures imposed within the Harness rules that trainers must be aware of. The application of commercial baby oil or petroleum jelly preparations to lubricate/prevent chaffing of a body area, or Clay poultices a grooming product, is permitted to be applied pre-race. Any Clay poultices may be applied to the legs no later than the day product so used must be kept in its original container that has before racing but must be removed the morning of the race and applied to it the original product label, must not be altered or must not be re-applied on race day before the race. All traces of modified by the addition of any other substance/s, and must be clay poultices must be removed prior to arrival on-course. available for inspection by the Stewards and official veterinarian. The Stewards may take possession of any such preparation for Glycerine and Vicks Vaporub® testing for prohibited substances. The application of Glycerine and/or Vicks Vaporub® by any means is not permitted prior to racing on race day. Shampoos and fly sprays
Shampoos, including those that are antiseptic or contain an Physical therapy as treatment anti-fungal agent, are permitted to be used on race day prior to The following physical treatments are not permitted to be used at racing. Fly sprays are permitted to be used on race day prior to any time before racing on the day of a race: racing. • acupuncture Physical therapy as treatment • laser and infra-red treatments Vibratory massage systems may be used in the stable on the morning of the day of the race but are not permitted on the • chiropractic manipulations racecourse. • magnetic field therapy
The application of ice/cold water to musculoskeletal structures • transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and any The application of ice or chilled water to, or the use of whirlpool other form of electrical stimulation boots or systems such as “Game Ready” on musculoskeletal Extra-corporeal shock wave treatment (ESWT) structures are permitted in the trainer’s stables on the morning of Shock wave treatment of racehorses is prohibited for seven clear race day but are not permitted to be used pre-race in the race day days prior to racing. stalls on-course.
Treatments/medications permitted on race day before the race – prior approval of the Stewards required
Other topical preparations
While creams, ointments and powders for topical use are considered to be medications, circumstances may arise when a horse suffers a minor wound that does not affect its suitability to race but would benefit from the application of a topical antibiotic or antiseptic treatment. Such a preparation must be a registered veterinary preparation or human therapeutic good which contains only an antibiotic or antiseptic as its active ingredient, and which is clearly stated as such on its product label. Any product so used must be kept in its original container that has applied to it the original product label, must not be altered or modified by the addition of any other substance/s, and must be available for inspection by the Stewards and official veterinarian. The Stewards
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CONTROL OF RACE DAY MEDICATION INFORMATION
This should not be regarded as a substitute for a comprehensive study of the Australian and WA Local Rules of Racing which are available at http://www.rwwa.com.au/home/industry/rules-policies.html
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HARNESS RACING CLEAR DAY RULE CHARTS
This should not be regarded as a substitute for a comprehensive study of the Australian and WA Local Rules of Racing which are available at http://www.rwwa.com.au/home/documents/HarnessMasterRules_Dec2016.pdf
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AMENDMENT TO RWWA RULES OF HARNESS These amendments have been debated and shaped by HRA RACING (RULE 156 WHIPS) members, Stewards, HRA Executive and Industry representatives and are effective as from 1 September 2018. Notice is hereby given that the Board of Racing and Wagering WA have resolved that the RWWA Rules of Harness Racing 2004 be amended. In accordance with section 45 (1) (b) of the Racing and AMENDMENT TO RWWA RULES OF RACING Wagering Western Australia Act 2003 the Board of Racing and Wagering WA resolved that the below mentioned amendments Notice is hereby given that the Board of Racing and Wagering WA be adopted accordingly into the RWWA Rules of Harness Racing. have resolved that the RWWA Rules of Harness Racing 2004 be amended. In accordance with section 45 (1) (b) of the Racing and Amendments to Rules effective 1 September 2018 Wagering Western Australia Act 2003 the Board of Racing and Harness Racing Australia (HRA) has given notice of amendments Wagering WA resolved that the below mentioned amendments to the Australian Harness Racing Rules (National Rules) as follows; be adopted accordingly into the RWWA Rules of Harness Racing.
Delete and replace Rule 156 AUSTRALIAN HARNESS RACING RULES Rule Amendments - HRA approved 156. Whips Harness Racing Australia (HRA) has given notice of amendments (1) (a) A driver shall only use and be in possession of a to the Australian Harness Racing Rules (National Rules) which whip by the Controlling Body. were approved by HRA on 15 May 2018 as follows; (b) A whip, once approved - Each State Controlling Body is obliged to adopt National Rule (i) shall not be modified in any manner; amendments. (ii) shall be maintained in a satisfactory condition; These rule amendments were gazetted and came into effect in Western Australia on 5 June 2018. (c) A whip that does not comply with sub-paragraph (b) may be confiscated by the Stewards. Tactics (2) A driver shall only apply the whip in a flicking motion • REPEAL RULE 44 (1), (2), (3), (4), (5) whilst holding a rein in each hand with the tip of the whip pointed forward in an action which does not 44. (1) A driver or 1 or more of the connections of a engage the shoulder. horse intending to adopt during a race tactics (3) A driver shall not use a whip in an unapproved manner. contrary to the horse’s usual racing pattern shall, (4) For the purposes of sub-rule (3) a driver shall be as soon as practicable, so notify the Stewards. deemed to have used the whip in an unapproved (2) The Stewards may approve or disapprove the manner in the following circumstances which are not change of tactics. exclusive:- (3) In the event of the Stewards approving a change (a) If the whip is applied excessively, continuously of tactics, then in the absence of unforseen and/or without allowing the horse time to circumstances, the horse shall be driven in respond. accordance with the) (b) If the whip is applied when the horse:- (4) A person who fails to comply with sub rules (1) (i) is not visibly responding; or (3) or changes tactics without approval given under sub rule (2) is guilty of an offence. (ii) is not in contention; (5) For the purposes of determining the usual racing (iii) cannot maintain or improve its position; pattern of a horse, the Stewards shall take into (iv) is clearly winning; account the manner in which the horse has been (v) has passed the winning post at the finish of driven at its most recent starts. a race. (c) If the reins are lengthened so as to result in loose reining regardless of whether the whip is being used at the same time. (5) A driver shall not use the whip in a manner which causes injury to a horse. (6) A whip shall not be used so as to obstruct, strike or endanger another driver or horse. (7) A driver shall not allow a whip to project outside the sulky. (8) A person who fails to comply with any provision of this Rule is guilty of an offence.
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This Rule was in place to ensure horses had a consistent racing Notice is hereby given that the Board of Racing and Wagering WA pattern and was designed to give some certainty to punters and have resolved that the RWWA Rules of Harness Racing 2004 be other drivers in a race that horses would be driven in a similar amended. In accordance with section 45 (1) (b) of the Racing and pattern to previous starts unless a Change of Tactics had been Wagering Western Australia Act 2003 the Board of Racing and approved. It helped to ensure transparent racing. Wagering WA resolved that the below mentioned amendments be adopted accordingly into the RWWA Rules of Harness Racing. Following unanimous agreement from State Controlling Bodies this rule has been removed. The removal of the Rule will not Amendments to Rules effective 1 February 2018 greatly impact punters or other drivers in a race therefore the AUSTRALIAN HARNESS RACING RULES Rule Amendments - Stewards are comfortable with its removal however Stewards in HRA approved WA will put out a notice to industry participants advising that they will continue to question drivers on tactics adopted by Harness Racing Australia has given notice of amendments to the them within a race to ensure they are giving their horse every Australian Harness Racing Rules (National Rules) as follows; opportunity and that those tactics are reasonable and acceptable Pregnant Mares in accordance with AHRR 149(1) and 149(2). • Amend Rule 103B
Australian Handicapping Rules 103B. (1) A mare or filly shall not race or perform track work after day 120 of its pregnancy. Amend; (2) A person who fails to comply with this Rule is 2.12 Definition - Graduation Race guilty of an offence. A race with stakemoney greater than $2,000 but Rationale; not exceeding $4,500. Added offence provision at sub-rule (2). Amend;
2.22 Definition - Stakemoney Race to win or for best position
The total Prizemoney specified in the published • Amend Rule 149(4) conditions of a race excluding GST when applicable which: 149. (4)The connections of a horse shall not give a - includes float rebates, time incentives and direction or instruction to the driver of a horse if unconditional bonuses (including cash and the in the opinion of the Stewards that direction or retail value of vouchers, credit, goods and or instruction may prevent the driver from giving the services); and horse full opportunity to win or obtain the best possible placing. - excludes trophies and conditional bonuses (including breeding scheme and Industry Rationale; Association or Club Membership bonuses Inclusion of the term “opinion of the Stewards” for the where a fee is applicable to be eligible for that purposes of applying the amended rule as expressed. bonus).
Rationale;
2.12 – Raises the stakemoney figure not exceeding from $3,500 to $4,500.
2.22 – Provides clarification on inclusions and exclusions within the rule.
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Priorities concerning horse to be driven Whips
152. (2) A person who owns or trains more than one • Add new sub-rule 156(4)(h) horse starting in a race and who desires to drive (4) For the purposes of sub-rule (3) a driver shall be in that race must observe the order of priority deemed to have used the whip in an unapproved set out in this sub rule. manner in the following circumstances which are (a) First: The person shall drive the horse the not exclusive:- person owns and trains. (h) If the driver uses the whip without holding (b) Second: The person shall drive the horse a rein in each hand. which the person owns but which is trained by someone else. • Amend Rule 162(1)(l)
(c) Third: The person shall drive the horse 162. (1) A driver shall not - trained but not owned by the person. (l) allow his horse to progress in advance of the (3) Ownership for the purposes of sub-rule (2) shall mobile barrier arms once the score-up has be determined by the degree of ownership (in commenced; percentage terms) held by that person. • Amend Rule 162(1)(www) (4) The order of priority set out in sub rule (2) may be varied by the Stewards. 162. (1) A driver shall not - (5) Application to the Stewards to vary the order (www) allow his horse to shift ground in a of priority must be made in such manner as the manner which: Chairman of Stewards determines. (a) impedes (6) In this rule "person" means in relation to horses (b) hinders starting in a race, an owner, trainer, part owner (c) advantages another horse; and lessee and a "trainer" includes a driver temporarily in charge of a horse in a trainer's • Amend Rule 163(1)(c) absence. 163. (1) A driver shall not - Rationale; (c) allow the driver's horse or the sulky or any Inclusion of sub-rule (3) with commensurate renumbering part thereof to: of previous rule to provide definition for determination of ownership (in percentage terms). (I) shift inside the marker post; (ii) make contact with the marker post. Rationale; No change other than to format to separate in sub-rules as expressed.
• Amend Rule 163(5)
163. (5) A driver who, in the opinion of the Stewards, fails to comply with any provision of this rule is guilty of an offence and in relation to sub-rules (1)(c) (i) and (ii) and sub-rule (2) the Stewards may disqualify the horse or give it a lower placing. Rationale; Inclusion of reference to sub-rule (1)(c)(i) given previous change to rule construction.
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Relating to sulkies Unregistered substances
• Amend Rule 170(1) • Amend Rule 194
170. (1) (a) A driver shall, throughout the course of a 194. A person who procures or attempts to procure or race, drive with both feet in the rests of the has in his possession or on his premises or under sulky, unless he is activating approved gear. his control any substance or preparation that is not (b) For the purposes of sub-paragraph (a) registered or labelled in accordance with either State hereof, when activating approved gear by or Commonwealth Legislation is guilty of an offence. foot, the driver’s foot shall not be moved Rationale; in a downwards direction from the sulky As a result of the amendment of the national rule to remove footrest. the words “prescribed, dispensed or obtained” and to Rationale; maintain consistency across the codes to which RWWA is Inclusion of sub-rule (b) to define approved method by responsible for to give effect to the existing intent of the which gear is to be activated. rule, the following Local Rule which takes precedence is being adopted.
• Amend Rule 188A(2)(k) LR 194A Possession of Substances
(1) Any person commits an offence, if in the exercise of the 188A. (2) The following substances when present at or powers afforded by Rule 15 and/or Local Rule 15, the Stewards below the levels set out are excepted from the find them to be in possession of or have on their premises provisions of sub rule 1 and Rule 190AA: any substance or preparation that has not been registered or (k) Cobalt at a concentration of 100 labelled, or prescribed, dispensed or obtained, in compliance micrograms per litre in urine or 25 with the relevant State or Commonwealth legislation. micrograms per litre in plasma. (2) The Stewards may take possession of any substance Rationale; mentioned in sub rule (1) and may use it as evidence in any Removes duplication of the term “at or below” from the sub- relevant proceeding. rule as it is present in the introductory words. (3) For the purposes of this Rule, if any substance is found at any premises used in relation to the training or racing of horses, then any person who owns, trains, races or is in charge Log Book of horses at these premises is deemed to have the substance • Amend Rule 190B(1)(b)(ii) in their possession.
190B. (1) A trainer shall at all times keep and maintain a It shall be a defence to a charge pursuant to this Rule, for log book:- the person in possession of such substance, or having such substance on their premises, to prove that the substance (b) recording all details of treatment was prescribed for use by them by either a qualified medical administered to any horse in his or practitioner or veterinarian. her care and including as a minimum requirement: (ii) the date and time of administration of the treatment Rationale; Includes the requirement for the time of administration to also be recorded.
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• Amend Rule 196B(2)(b) Horses
196B. (2) For the purposes of this Rule - • Amend Rule 220
(b) Administering an injection to a horse 220. A person shall not lead a horse at a racecourse means the use of a hypodermic needle or other than by way of a lead rope attached to a other instrument to introduce or extract properly fitted restraining device. any substance from the horse; Rationale; Rationale; As a result of the amendment of the national rule to remove Does not alter operation of rule, however replaces the reference to a rearing bit in the horses mouth and references to syringe with the new wording. instead refer to a properly fitted restraining device, RWWA • Add new Rule 196C has resolved to adopt the following rule to provide certainty and clarity as to what is considered to be acceptable. In that 196C. (1) A person must not administer an alkalinising respect only a lead attached to a rearing bit in the horses agent in any manner to a horse which is mouth is acceptable. engaged to run in a race: (a) at any time on the day of the scheduled race and prior to the start of the race; Adopt Local Rule 220 (b) at any time within one (1) clear day of the LR220 Leading a horse commencement of the race. For the purposes of Rule 220, a properly fitted restraining (2) Any person who:- device shall be a lead attached to a rearing bit in the (a) administers an alkalinising agent; horses mouth. (b) attempts to administer an alkalinising agent; (c) causes an alkalinising agent to be Children's Access to Stabling Areas On-Course administered; and/or • Repeal Rule 254A(1), (2), (3) (d) is a party to the administration of, or an 254A. attempt to administer, an alkalinising (1) A child who has not attained the age of 14 agent contrary to sub-rule (1) is guilty of years may only enter the stabling area at a an offence. race meeting or an official trial where that child is separated from the horse stalls by a (3) Where the Stewards are satisfied that barrier preventing direct access to the horse a horse has, or is likely to have been, stalls. administered any alkalinising agent contrary to sub-rule (1), the Stewards (2) A licensed person must take all reasonable may prevent the horse from starting in steps to ensure that a child under their care any relevant race. and/or control and who has not attained the age of 14 years shall not enter the stabling (4) For the purposes of this Rule:- area at a race meeting or an official trial unless one clear day means the twenty four (24) hour that child is separated from the horse stalls by period from 12.01 a.m. to 12 midnight. a barrier preventing direct access to the horse Rationale; stalls. Introduces the same rule as applies in Thoroughbreds in (3) A licensed person who contravenes the relation to prohibiting the administration of alkalinizing provisions of sub-rule (2) is guilty of an agents, by any method, within one clear day of a race. offence. Industry notices will be published to provide greater Rationale; information of this important addition to the rules. As a result of the deletion of this rule, RWWA has resolved to retain it as a Local Rule to be renumbered as LR26A.
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Matters related to recognised harness racing authorities (d) That neither applicant trains any horses as an • Add new Rule 297(9) individual or in any other training partnership (4) RWWA may in its absolute discretion relieve • Renumber existing 297(9) to 297(10) applicants for permission to train in partnership from (9) The Controlling Body may exchange the preconditions set out in this rule. information with a recognized harness racing (5) RWWA may refuse permission to train in partnership authority. or grant permission subject to such terms and (10) In this rule a recognised harness racing conditions as it thinks fit, including but not limited to authority includes members of the restrictions regarding duration, locality or both. International Trotting Association and (6) Trainers granted permission to train in partnership: the officials, officers and Stewards of the (a) Share all responsibilities, duties and obligations authority. under the Rules in regard to the training of Rationale; horses. Provides Authority for Controlling Body to exchange (b) Must, in addition to these rules, comply with information with other recognized harness racing authorities the conditions of registration contained within as defined. the application form, as may apply from time to time. (7) RWWA may at any time in its absolute discretion: TRAINING PARTNERSHIPS (a) Revoke permission to train in partnership, The Australian Harness Racing Rules are also being amended including without limitation where one or both to provide for the expansion of a training licence to three applicants cease to meet the requirements to persons along with other technical amendments. be granted permission in accordance with the Rules, or where one or both of the training These are not being adopted by RWWA as RWWA only partners have been suspended or disqualified; or approves 2 persons to train in partnership across both equine codes it regulates. Accordingly a consistent rule is being (b) Vary or amend any of the terms or conditions of adopted in the following terms that outlines the regulation of any permission to train in partnership. training partnerships. (8) Notwithstanding any provision of this rule, RWWA will reciprocate any permission to train in partnership The provisions detailed below are currently included within granted by any Controlling Body of a visiting the conditions of registration and referenced in the Harness partnership. Regulations. They are now being adopted formally as a local rule of racing to attract the relevant authorities that apply. (9) Where a there has been a breach of the Rules by one or both of the trainers training in partnership or a penalty imposed against either,, then both trainers LR90A Training Partnerships shall be deemed jointly severally responsible and may be charged and penalised, or have any penalty that is The following shall apply to a training partnership; imposed on one of the parties apply equally to both.
(1) Two trainers who have a license to train may be given (10) Where a penalty has been imposed by another permission to train in partnership provided that both Controlling Body upon one or both of the trainers of the trainers are the holders of an A Class Trainer’s in a training partnership, then both trainers shall Licence be deemed jointly and severally responsible for the purposes of adoption or recognition of that (2) An application for permission to train in a partnership punishment in accordance with these rules. shall be made by submitting the required application form completed in full, providing such information (11) Sub-rules (9) and (10) do not apply where, in the as required by RWWA and be accompanied by the opinion of the Stewards, the relevant breach or prescribed fee. punishment imposed does not relate directly to the training of horses. (3) It is a precondition to the grant of permission to train in a partnership that: (12) Upon receipt from either partner of an intention to withdraw from or dissolve the partnership the (a) Neither applicant hold a license or permit to Stewards may order that any horse trained by the train in another racing jurisdiction, other than a partnership shall not be eligible to race until the license or permit to train in partnership with one Stewards are satisfied that the horse is being trained in another; accordance with the rules. (b) The Stewards are satisfied as to the bona fides of the training partnership; and (c) A minimum of 25 horses shall be trained in the partnership.
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MICROCHIPPING OF STANDARDBRED FOALS RACING COLOURS WITH LOGOS
The Board of Harness Racing Australia introduced compulsory Applications for registration of Racing Colours with Logos may be microchipping of all Standardbred foals born in Australia from 1 lodged provided they comply with the following strict criteria. September 2017, with implementation by all states commencing The use of numerals, letters, words, offensive motifs and use with the new season’s foal crop. Microchips provide a lifetime of commercial property or logos promoting or displaying a permanent method of identification for horses and will assist with company, business or commercial undertaking are restricted. the tracking and traceability of all Standardbreds throughout their The use of a business/company logo (with or without the lifecycle. Microchips also will ease identification problems for HRA, display of its business name) may be used under the following Stewards and Veterinarians by eradicating errors that can occur circumstances: with freeze branding application or reading freeze brands. • That the logo design does not resemble any registered Trade Mark. The cost of the individual microchips for the WA industry will be • That the logo design is solely associated with a harness covered by HRA for the first three years of the program and will racing-related business/company. ie; Racing Stable, Public be provided free of charge to the breeder. The payment of costs Syndicator of Race Horses, Stud farm etc, (excluding any of the microchip will be reviewed after this three year period. wagering operators). Therefore in line with the new national requirement, all foals • That the business/company must be registered with an registered in WA from 1 September 2017 will be microchipped active ABN/ACN, and in the case of a Public Syndicator once their registration fees have been paid to RWWA. of Race Horses, a Dealer’s Licence and Registration must have been issued by ASIC/RWWA.
• That any wording is specifically that of the registered Freeze branding of foals will continue in conjunction with the Business/Company name. microchipping but will be performed as a separate function to • That the logo is not offensive, or in breach of standards of microchipping/DNA collection. good taste (exercised by RWWA in its discretion). The new foaling process from 1 September 2017 will now be: • That the logo does not breach any Australian laws in relation to advertising. • That once approved the logo cannot be altered in any way 1. RWWA’s Certificate of Service will be mailed to the without the prior permission of RWWA. Studmaster/ Breeder where a service was registered by a West Australian sire. Any application for the registration of colours using a business/ company logo, must contain all documentation required to 2. The Certificate of Service is to be signed by the Studmaster substantiate the criteria contained in the regulations. and forwarded to the breeder of the mare serviced (once all RWWA reserves the right to refuse any application that does not monies owed have been paid to the Stud by the breeder). satisfy the specific criteria listed in the Regulations. The breeder will then sign & forward the Certificate of Service to RWWA with the registration fee. Application forms are available to download from the RWWA Website. Please direct any queries to the Licensing & Registration 3. Upon registration at RWWA, the foal will be freeze branded Department on 9445 5558. by RWWA’s contracted freeze brander.
4. Once the freeze brander returns the paperwork to RWWA, the breeder will then be sent instructions with a HRA registered microchip and RWWA’s Approved Veterinarian List.
5. .The breeder will contract a Veterinarian from the RWWA Approved Veterinarian List (also available on RWWA’s website), to insert the microchip and collect hair samples for DNA confirmation. This should occur only when the freeze brand has become visible so the Veterinarian can correctly identify the foal. The Vet will complete the DNA card details and RWWA’s paperwork & return all paperwork to RWWA along with the foal’s hair sample. The cost of the Veterinary services will be borne by the breeder.
Upon receipt, RWWA will forward the DNA to HRA’s contracted laboratory for foal ID verification.
6. In July 2018 RWWA will send the breeder (or new owner) the Naming form to register the foal’s name by 1 September 2018
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NOTICE TO ALL RACING PARTICIPANTS NAMING POLICY - HARNESS
Transfer of Ownership Following queries regarding the existing policy requiring that only original documents as being acceptable in relation to transacting Funds are often withheld at the request of the ‘new’ owner when a Harness registration, a review has been conducted of the existing transfer of ownership has taken place, as the outgoing owner has protocols in this regard. As a result the following amendment not submitted the paperwork within the correct time. There are has been made to internal policy in relation to the naming of specific rules that apply to each code in the treatment of transfers. Standardbred horses. Unless indicated to the contrary, RWWA will These being; now accept electronic documents for all transactions. Harness Rule 109 - the paperwork must be submitted within 7 This policy also relates to the naming of Standardbred horses, and days of entering into a lease or prior to the horse next racing, the relevant documentation submitted by applicants. It does not whichever is earlier and Rule 111 in respect to a transfer of alter RWWA’s policy with respect to documentation associated ownership. with notifications of foaling which prescribes that RWWA will not Thoroughbred AR.34 – in respect to a lease the Principal Racing accept a Certificate of Service unless the Certificate is lodged on Authority may refuse to accept for registration any lease, and may the correctly completed original document, within the correct insist on the inclusion in a lease of provisions it considers essential. timeframe and accompanied by the correct fee.
Greyhounds R117 – within ten (10) days lodge a prescribed transfer Once a foal is branded by the RWWA contracted freeze brander, of ownership form and Rule 119 in respect of a lease. microchipped, and the subsequently collected hair sample has been processed and the parentage confirmed, Licensing and These rules will now be enforced so that the owner recorded Registrations will prepare and issue a Branding Notification Advice with RWWA at the time of racing will be paid any monies earned. / Application for Naming – Harness form to the owners/managing Payments will no longer be held due to paperwork not being owner of the foal. This form must be retained until the owners lodged within the required time. wish to name the horse.
When making application for naming, the issued Branding REGISTRATION CERTIFICATES Notification Advice / Application for Naming – Harness form must be correctly completed, signed and returned to RWWA Trainers are advised not to lodge a Stable Return for a horse with the correct fee. Licensing and Registration will accept a unless they are in possession of the horse’s Registration correctly completed facsimile copy of both sides of the form Certificate. with accompanying credit card payment details as a means The brand on the Registration Certificate should match the brand of commencing the naming process. Please contact RWWA on the horse and should be the brand written on the Stable Licensing & Registration department on 9445 5558 to obtain Return. details of current fees. Where the Branding Notification Advice/ It is a requirement of the Rules that the Registration Certificate Application for Naming contains two or more owners, then only must accompany a horse when it is transferred to another trainer. the correctly completed document with payment will be accepted to commence the process of naming. Where a trainer takes control of a horse without the Registration Certificate, it is the responsibility of the trainer to make every In all circumstances, applicants are advised to allow at least 10 reasonable effort to obtain the Registration Certificate from the working days for the processing of a valid naming application. previous trainer. At any time there are a number of applications received daily which require some time to properly validate and process, which A trainer should contact the Stewards or the Registrations includes reference to the HRA. Applications will be processed Department when his/her efforts to obtain the Registration as expeditiously as possible as they are received but will not be Certificate are unsuccessful. elevated in priority under any circumstances. Person’s expecting to make application and have the transaction completed on the same day or similar are advised that such event is highly unlikely and staff will not circumvent protocols or afford any individual applications amended priorities ahead of earlier received applications.
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ATTENTION ALL BREEDERS/STUD MASTERS LATE EXTENDED PEDIGREE INFORMATION FEES 2017/2018 Licensing and Registration can provide extended pedigrees upon There is currently a range of fees relating to late notifications with request. A $27.50 fee applies to such requests. respect to the timely submission of documents to RWWA relating 21. NOTIFICATON OF GELDING OF A HORSE to Breeding. The failure to lodge many of these documents in the manner prescribed does constitute a breach of Rules, in some 1. No person shall geld or cause to be gelded a horse without cases National Rules. the prior written consent of the owner.
Mares that are not properly identified prior to being served 2. A person who has a horse gelded shall notify the Controlling will incur a penalty fee of $100.00 for each unregistered Mare Body of that fact in accordance with the provisions of Rule served appearing on the Stallion Summary Sheets, or on related 100. Such notification shall be by way of the lodgment of a paperwork submitted to RWWA. fresh Gear Notification Form indicating the date of gelding.
Persons potentially affected by the increases or application of 3. A person who fails to comply with any provision of the rule is the prescribed late fees can avoid them entirely by ensuring guilty of an offence. they lodge their documentation and conduct their activities in accordance with the Rules. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNERS Where events beyond a person’s control arise that may cause a late notification, prior notice to RWWA Registrations may lead “APPROVED PROMOTERS” to the late fee being waived. Each application of a late fee will be The following named persons are the only persons approved by considered on a case-by-case basis. RWWA and licensed by the Australian Securities and Investments Harness Registrations. September 2013 Commission (ASIC) to promote ownership shares in horse racing schemes.
Prospective owners should be mindful that any person promoting FREEZE BRANDING & DNA SAMPLE COLLECTION shares in a racehorse must hold a current Australian Financial Owners please be advised that due to an increase in the workload Services Licence (AFSL) with the *conditions shown below. associated with freeze branding and DNA sample collection, Person Name AFSL No: *Conditions owners may be charged a fee by a stud or veterinary practice P V Morley Belhus Racing Stables Grand 226693 1 (a) & (b) when the stud or veterinary practice provide staff to handle the Syndicates foal at the time it is branded and DNA sampled. B E Saxild OZ Racing Pty Ltd 269277 1 (b) WATA TrotSynd Pty Ltd 269076 1 (a) & (b) CLEARANCE OF HORSES - DOCUMENTATION AND FEES D. Connell Thoroughbred Trainers 288213 1 (a) & (b) (contact – M. Service Centre Ltd. Where a horse requires clearance into WA, all relevant Cullen) documentation and fees must be lodged and processed by T. Johnson Stable Connect Pty Ltd 336964 1 (a) & (b) RWWA before any transaction for the horse will be processed J V O’Neill Prime Thoroughbreds Pty 226395 1 (a) & (b) (Documentation includes ownership transfers, GST/Banking Ltd details, Stable Returns and Gear Notifications etc. Leases from R J Slade Slade Bloodstock Pty Ltd 226373 1 (a) & (b) interstate Controlling Bodies are NOT accepted).
Australian Financial Services Licence *Conditions 1. This licence authorises the licensee to carry on a financial services business to: (a) provide financial product advice for the following classes of financial products: (i) interests in managed investment schemes limited to: (A) horse racing schemes only; and (b) deal in a financial product by: (i) issuing, applying for, acquiring, varying or disposing of a financial product in respect of the following classes of financial products: (A) interests in managed investment schemes limited to: (1) horse racing schemes only; to retail clients.
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GUIDELINES TO APPLY FOR A TRAINERS LICENCE GUIDELINES TO APPLY FOR A HARNESS RACING DRIVER’S LICENCE Please read this information carefully Please read this information carefully TRAINER’S LICENCE GRADES Grade “A” is licensed to train any horse. DRIVER’S LICENCE GRADES
Grade “B” is licensed to train a horse which the person owns (a) Grade “C” is licensed to drive at trials and to carry out track or partly owns or which is owned by the person’s spouse, other work on registered tracks including pre race warm ups. domestic partner, parent, sibling or child. (b) Grade B has the driving licence rights mentioned in (a) and is A probationary B grade trainer’s licence is the starting point for a licensed to drive at graduation meetings and other than in races person wishing to train horses to trial and/or race. After a person of metropolitan class at country or provincial meetings, including has held a current B grade licence for 12-months they may make country or provincial class meetings at metropolitan sites; application for the licence to be upgraded to an “A” grade licence. (c) Grade A has the licence mentioned in (a) and (b) and is Grade “C” is licensed to prepare, educate and exercise a horse licensed to drive at any meeting. but cannot trial or nominate it to race. (Referred to as Breaker’s The driver’s licence issued to a first time applicant is a Grade “C” Licence) driver. A Grade “C” driver’s licence shall not be granted to a person To qualify for registration as a trainer the applicant must have younger than 15 years old. at least 6 months experience in the racing industry and hold a Holders of a Grade “C” driver’s licence are required to complete current licence at the time of application. at least 30 satisfactory trial drives at official trials and enrol in and Furnish copies of three (3) months of Bank Statements with a complete the relevant units from the Racing Training Package as consistent minimum, each month, of $3,000 in savings. prescribed by RWWA.
Furnish three references from industry participants. Upon application for any driving permit/licence, if a period of 12 months has elapsed since last providing a RWWA Licence/Permit Furnish two credit references from suppliers (preferably from within – Medical Examination Report the applicant must submit a new the racing industry ie; Feed Merchants, Veterinary Surgeons etc) medical report. Provide evidence of suitable stabling arrangements. (Stables will be inspected by the Stewards to ensure suitability) To qualify for registration as a ‘C’ class driver the applicant must Provide a valid National Police Clearance dated no later than 2 1. Have at least 6 months experience in the racing industry and months prior to application. have held a current driving stable hand licence for at least 6 Furnish a Medical History and RWWA Medical Examination Report months unless otherwise waived by the Stewards.
Complete a theoretical test of the applicant’s horse knowledge 2. Provide a written curriculum vitae detailing experience within and understanding of the RWWA Rules, Regulations and Policies. the industry including racing industry employment history.
Provide a sample of urine for testing for Drugs of Abuse. 3. Complete a theoretical test of the applicant’s horse knowledge and understanding of the RWWA Harness Rules, If required submit to an interview with the Licence Application Regulations and Policies. Review Sub-Committee. 4. Undergo a driving assessment by the RWWA Driving Master Should you have any other queries regarding your application or Steward please contact Licensing and Registrations (08) 9445 5558, or email [email protected] 5. If required, submit to an interview with the licensing steward.
6. Enrol in the required units from the Racing Training Package as specified by RWWA
7. If a period of 12 months has elapsed since last providing a sample of urine for testing for Drugs of Abuse the applicant may be requested to submit a further sample.
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Requirements upon Approval being granted: To qualify for registration as a ‘B’ grade driver the applicant must
1. Upon notice of approval being forwarded to Licensing and 1. Have satisfactorily met all the requirements outlined above Registrations by the Stewards, the driver is approved as a “C” in relation to requirements of Grade “C” drivers within grade driver and eligible to drive in trials. During this time the 12-months of commencing such registration. driver must maintain a Trial Driving Record to be signed by 2. Have held a Grade “C” drivers licence for a minimum of RWWA Driving Master or Stewards. 6-months, or received approval for variation from the Chief 2. In any circumstance, the maintenance of a Grade “C” driver Steward (Harness). licence requires the holder to complete 10 satisfactory trial 3. Applications for upgrade in excess of 12-months from drives per year, signed by the RWWA Driving Master or commencement may be granted at the discretion of the Stewards, evidence to be forwarded at the time of renewal. Stewards, but will require a stewards interview and may 3. A minimum of 10 satisfactory Trial drives must be completed require the resitting of the theoretical test. within a 12-month period as part of the required minimum 4. Submit a fully completed and signed application “Application 30 satisfactory trial drives in order to be eligible to apply for for Upgrade to Grade “B” Driver and relevant fee. upgrade of licence to Grade ‘B”. Satisfactory trials constitute driving a variety of horses in both stand and mobile trials 5. If a period of 12-months has elapsed since last providing a demonstrating competence in applying race driving sample of urine for testing for Drugs of Abuse the applicant techniques to the satisfaction of the Driving Master and may be requested to submit a further sample. (The cost of Stewards. analysis must be paid at the time the application is lodged.)
4. Grade “C” drivers designated as trainees are required to wear 6. If required, submit to an interview before the Licensing a reflective vest (supplied upon granting of license) in all trials steward to assess suitability for approval to Grade “B”. and also attend RWWA Driving Master review and education Assessment to include knowledge of race driving, relevant sessions as required. rules etc.
5. It is necessary for at least 4 drives on 4 separate occasions to To qualify for registration as a ‘A’ grade driver the applicant must be at Byford or Gloucester Park unless otherwise directed by 1. Have completed a minimum of 100 Satisfactory race drives the Stewards. and have driven in at least 25 races in the previous racing 6. Grade “C” drivers designated as trainees are required to have season. attended to the satisfaction of the Stewards during their time Should you have any other queries regarding your application of such registration as indicated: please contact: (a) Observed Stewards race related Inquiry and/or Protest RWWA Driving Master 0434 609 604 (b) Observed starts with starter for standing and mobile Licensing and Registrations 9445 5558 (c) Observed race with Judge
(d) Witnessed equine sample collection process and GUIDELINES TO APPLY FOR A STABLEHANDS procedure LICENCE
(e) Driven in a number of pre race warm-ups Please read this information carefully
The holder of a stablehands licence allows the licensee to perform duties related to the every day care of the stables and horses. It also allows them to drive track work on any registered training track
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STABLEHANDS LICENCE GRADES TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OR LEASE AGREEMENTS - CONTINGENCIES (a) STABLEHAND DRIVER is licensed to drive track work on any registered training tracks and perform regular stable duties The current practice of denoting contingencies upon transfers with the intent that the controlling body thereafter shall take steps (b) STABLEHAND NON-DRIVING is licensed to perform regular to ensure such contingencies are fully discharged is not a practice stable duties but is not permitted to drive at any registered that is recognised in either of the other codes nor the majority of training track other racing jurisdictions. (STABLEHAND DRIVING) applicant must These agreements between buyers and sellers, eg $2000 to be 1. Be employed by a licenced trainer and hold a current licence paid from the first win, are only agreements between the two to work in the Racing industry parties and it is inappropriate for RWWA to adjudicate on what is in essence a contractual dispute between the parties should such 2. Provide a National Police Clearance dated no later than an event arise. Effected parties should appreciate that RWWA 2-months prior to applications does not recognise a contingency clause on horse ownership 3. A signed parent consent form If under 18 years of age notification of transfer documents and will not become involved in a dispute which arises out of a contingency contained in a 4. Furnish a Medical History and Examination Report. previously notified transfer of ownership. 5. Complete a practical test of the applicant’s horse handling Whilst the recording of such contingencies is provided as a means competency. of ensuring a written record between the parties, it does not 6. Provide a sample of urine for testing for Drugs of Abuse (The extend to RWWA enforcing in any way the terms of the clauses cost of the analysis must be paid at the time the application nor is any assessment made by RWWA with regard to the legality is lodged). of the clauses. Any and all such questions that may arise are civil (STABLEHAND NON DRIVING) applicant must matters between the parties that must be determined accordingly.
1. Be employed by a trainer
2. Provide a National Police Clearance dated no later than TRANSFER’S OF OWNERSHIP – POLICY ADVICE 2-months prior to application It is a requirement under the Rules of Racing for the name or 3. If under 18 years of age a signed parent consent form names of every person or persons having any share or interest in the ownership or lease of a horse to be declared to RWWA If you have any queries regarding your application please contact: prior to racing. Back-dating transfers or similar where such (08) 9445 5558 (Harness Licensing Officer) dates retrospectively affect the ownership of a horse in a race already run is therefore contrary to these principles. Furthermore once payments have been correctly made by RWWA based on LICENSEES AND CLUBS recorded ownership details, it is impractical to attempt to re- allocate stakes to revised owners after the event. Details of the Australian Harness Racing National Risk Protection Program (Insurance) may be accessed on the HRA web site at the Industry participants, in particular those involved in horse following address: ownership, are therefore advised when completing the required Application to Transfer (or similar document that alters the official http://www.jltsport.com.au/harnessracing/index.aspx recorded ownership,) the Date of Transfer cannot be dated prior to the horse’s last race start. The practice of back-dating the Date of Transfer so as to include dates where the horse has already raced will not be accepted and instead the Date of Transfer will be given the effective date of processing. Where race starts are not included in any back-dating then the indicated Date of Transfer will be recorded. This policy shall be consistently applied across all codes.
In circumstances where the ownership of a horse already engaged to compete is subject to change prior to racing, then the onus is on the incoming owners to advise RWWA Racing Accounts of the impending change so that monies are not released until the transfer is completed. Payments will no longer be held pending the processing of the Transfer or Lease. RWWA will not be liable for retrieval or re-allocation of stakemoney already paid where adequate notice to RWWA Racing Accounts of the impending change of ownership has not occurred.
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ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS FOR TRANSFER OF (b) to register schemes which the lead regulator has agreed to OWNERSHIP & LEASES regulate;
RWWA will now accept the submission of scanned/emailed or (c) to ensure that a promoter’s disclosure statement or offer faxed copies of Harness Horse Registrations, however we remind document contains sufficient information to allow investors to participants that it is a requirement that any changes to the make an informed decision and to check the accuracy of this documents must be initialed by all parties in relation to transacting information; Harness Namings, Transfer of Ownerships or Lease Agreements. (d) to approve the agreements which establish the scheme; Transactions will not be processed without the correct paperwork received into our offices, and all documents should be sent (e) to approve advertising in relation to the scheme; and received at RWWA’s offices in sufficient time to allow the (f) to ensure that promoters and managers of schemes lodge transaction to be processed. No exception shall be made to this the reports and accounts which they are required to lodge with rule and all documents must be submitted prior to a horse being the lead regulator; nominated to trial or race. (g) to deal with any complaints;
(h) to implement adequate surveillance, enforcement and STANDARDBRED RACEHORSE SYNDICATION disciplinary procedures; Any person wishing to promote or buy shares in the syndicated (i) to refer cases which may involve breaches of the Law or of ownership of a racehorse should refer to the PUBLIC licence conditions to the ASC; PROMOTERS OF SYNDICATION section on the RWWA website. (j) to discipline promoters for failure to comply with the lead This section has details of the obligations of persons wishing to regulators’ rules; promote the syndication of racehorses. Prospective buyers of syndicate shares should read the documents in this section before (k) to remove from its register any promoter who fails to buying a share in a syndicate. comply with the lead regulator’s rules relating to the promotion and operation of horse racing schemes and to remove any person from its register if so requested by the ASC; and
OWNERS NOTE SYNDICATES & PARTNERSHIPS (l) to advise the ASC of the name of any promoter who has All current and prospective syndicate or partnership members been removed from the register of promoters. should be aware of the ramifications of buying shares in a ASIC Client Contact Centre’s Enquiry Line 8.30am to 7pm Eastern racehorse. Standard Time on weekdays. Closed on weekends and national The promotion of a scheme which sells shares in a racehorse is public holidays. subject to Corporations Law and there are significant penalties for Email [email protected], Phone 03 5177 3988 schemes that are found to be operating contrary to the law. From overseas, phone +613 5177 3988 Importantly the laws are in place to provide protection for persons Telephone Interpreter Service 131 450 who may purchase an ownership interest in a racehorse which is offered in such a scheme.
A horse racing syndicate must be registered with the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) before it can operate if it is a “managed investment scheme” (MIS) for the purposes of the Corporations Act. This will generally be the case if the syndicate:
has more than 50 members; or is promoted by a person in the business of promoting syndicates unless the investors in the scheme are “wholesale clients” for the purpose of the Corporations Act.
The promoter is required to have an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL).
A promoter of a syndicate can avoid the requirement to register a managed investment scheme with ASIC if it registers as an approved promoter with RWWA. Once approved by RWWA, the promoter can then apply to ASIC for an AFSL.
RWWA is a Lead Regulator and as such is required;
(a) to keep a register of all promoters of horse racing schemes to which the co-regulation arrangements applies;
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REPLACEMENT LICENCE CARD FOALING NOTIFICATION FEES FOR 2017/2018
A replacement card will only be issued where the licensee Correct payment MUST accompany the Foaling Notification for the provides a statutory declaration detailing the circumstances in document to be processed. Please remember that the lodgement which the original card was misplaced. Such declaration must also of a Foaling Notification later than 21 days after the birth of the foal be accompanied by a card replacement fee. will incur a late Foaling Notification fee which comprises the normal cost of the Foaling Notification, plus an additional fee of $50 for each month elapsed after the birth of the foal. NEW WA LICENSES
When applying for a new licence in WA, participants must For foals born in the 2017/18 season that are notified after 31st complete an application form. A GST Declaration Form is not August 2018, an additional fee of $1000 will apply to the normal always completed as part of the application process. As a result, Foaling Notification fee. Once a foal reaches the age of 2 years this leaves RWWA unable to make payments or calculate GST. without having its Foaling Notification lodged with RWWA with It will be required that a correctly completed GST Declaration the appropriate fee and a Statutory Declaration (on RWWA’s Form be submitted as part of the licence application process. website), the registration of that horse may not be approved. This will ensure that any payments due are made on time to the licensee. Please note that Licensing & Registrations department have a new These changes are planned to be introduced 1st August 2012. fax number 08 6314 4792.
RECORD OF GEAR All L&R documents can also be sent via email to RWWA Licensing Trainers are advised that it is their responsibility to ensure that Registrations & Stakes [email protected], via post, dropped the Record of Gear displayed in the race-night office is correct in the mailbox at Gloucester Park or Ascot Offices (internal courier for each horse engaged at a meeting. Any discrepancy must service daily), or through reception at Head Office 14 Hasler Road, immediately be advised to the stewards Osborne Park.
Horses must not be presented in the parade ring with or without any gear contrary to that published in the official race day gear sheets unless specifically approved by the stewards
CHANGES TO LICENCE APPLICATION CHECKLIST FOR TRAINERS
Following a review of licensing criteria the RWWA Stewards have introduced some changes to the Licence Application Checklist which are applicable for all Trainer licence applications
These changes being that the following must be lodged with any application;
• A copy of three (3) months of Bank Statements with a consistent minimum, each month, of $3,000 in savings
• Three references from industry participants
• Two credit references from suppliers (preferably from within the racing industry ie; Feed Merchants, Veterinary Surgeons etc)
The current Harness Licence Application Checklist can be viewed in the Harness Licensing and Registration section of the RWWA Website.
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AUSTRALIAN CONTROLLING AUTHORITIES
HARNESS RACING ASSOCIATIONS
HARNESS RACING OWNERS ASSOCIATION WESTERN AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY RACING THE SQUARE TROTTERS ASSOCIATION OF WA (INC) ASSOCIATION (WACHRA) President: Nigel Johns President: Mr Albert Walmsley President: Mr. Bruce Jones Secretary: Christine Germain 300 Hammond Rd, Success 6164 Secretary: Mr. Rob Deadman 3 Alexander Drive, Waroona 6215 Telephone: 0417 770 789 PO Box 159, York 6302 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone/Fax: (08) 9641 2105 Mobile: 0412 713 573 Email: [email protected] WESTERN AUSTRALIAN BREEDERS RPAT - RACING PENALTIES APPEAL OWNERS TRAINERS & REINSPERSONS THE WESTERN AUSTRALIAN TRIBUNAL ASSOCIATION (WABOTRA) STANDARDBRED BREEDERS ASSOC. INC. Seema Saxena President: Mr Warren Robinson Registrar and Executive Officer Secretary: Mr Rob Deadman (WASBA) President: Jeanine Diederich Department of Local Government, Sport and PO Box 159, York 6302 Secretary: Mark Leahy Cultural Industries Phone/Fax: (08) 9641 2105 PO Box 1270, Booragoon 6954 Level 1, 87 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth, WA Email: [email protected] Mobile: 0447 053 040 6004 Phone: (08) 6551 4880 Fax: (08) 9325 1041 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.rpat.wa.gov.au
CONTROLLING BODIES
HARNESS RACING AUSTRALIA INC. SOUTH AUSTRALIA QUEENSLAND Level 1, 400 Epsom Road Harness Racing South Australia Racing Queensland Flemington, Victoria 3031 1 Globe Derby Road, PO Box 63, Sandgate, QLD, 4017 Phone: (03) 9227 3000 Fax: (03) 9227 3030 Globe Derby Park, SA 5110 Racecourse Road, Deagon Email: [email protected] Phone: (08) 8285 2899 Fax: (08) 8285 2961 Phone: (07) 3869 9777 Fax: (07) 3269 6715 Chairman: Michael Taranto Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Chief Executive: Andrew Kelly Chairman: Gary Crocker Chairman: Steve Wilson Chief Executive: Ross Neal Chief Executive: Brendan Parnell WESTERN AUSTRALIA Manager Racing Operations: David Aldred Racing and Wagering Western Australia NEW SOUTH WALES 14 Hasler Road, Osborne Park 6017 Harness Racing New South Wales TASMANIA Phone: (08) 9445 5544 Fax: (08) 9245 9312 PO Box 1034, Bankstown, 2200 Tasracing Pty Ltd General Manager Racing: Charlotte Mills 22 Meredith Street, Bankstown, 2200 PO Box 1772, Hobart 7001 Email: [email protected] Phone: (02) 9722 6600 Fax: (02) 8580 5795 28 Davey Street, Hobart, 7000 Email: [email protected] Phone: (03) 6233 4333 Fax: (03) 6224 5562 VICTORIA Chairman: Rodney Smith Email: [email protected] Harness Racing Victoria Chief Executive: John Dumesny Chairman: Dean Cooper PO Box 184, Moonee Ponds, 3039 Chief Executive: Alicia Fuller (interim) 400 Epsom Road, Flemington, 3031 Phone: (03) 8378 0200 Fax: (03) 9214 0699 Office Of Racing Integrity Email: [email protected] PO Box 1329, Hobart 7250 Chairman: Dale Monteith Level 2, Henty House, Civic Square, Chief Executive: David Martin Launceston, 7250 Phone: (03) 6777 1900 Fax: (03) 6336 2484 Email: [email protected] General Manager: John King PRINCIPAL CLUBS
QUEENSLAND TASMANIA NEW ZEALAND CONTROLLING BODY Albion Park Harness Racing Club Tasmanian Pacing Club Harness Racing New Zealand PO Box 296, Albion, 4010 PO Box 71, New Town, 7008 PO Box 459, Christchurch, New Zealand Phone: (07) 3262 2577 Fax: (07) 3862 2173 Elwick Complex, Mezzanine Floor Phone: 0011 643 964 1200 Fax: 0011 643 964 1205 Email: [email protected] Goodwood Road, Goodwood, 7010 Email: [email protected] Chairman: David Fowler Phone: (03) 6214 4259 Fax: (03) 6273 1936 Chairman: Ken Spicer General Manager: Damien Raedler Email: [email protected] Chief Executive: Edward Rennell President: Phillip Young NEW SOUTH WALES Secretary: Stephen Devereux NEW ZEALAND PRINCIPAL CLUBS New South Wales Harness Racing Club New Zealand Metropolitan Trotting Club PO Box 52, Menangle, 2568 SOUTH AUSTRALIA PO Box 9036, Christchurch, New Zealand Menangle Park Paceway, Racecourse Road, South Australian Harness Racing Club Phone: 0011 643 338 9094 Fax: 0011 643 338 0557 Menangle Park, 2563 1 Globe Derby Drive, Globe Derby, 5110 Email: [email protected]. Phone: (02) 4645 2200 Fax: (02) 4633 8200 Phone: (08) 8258 2522 Fax: (08) 8281 5215 President: Barry Dent Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Chief Executive: Peter Jensen Chairman: Ray Sharman President: Richard Miller Chief Executive: Bruce Christison Auckland Trotting Club WESTERN AUSTRALIA PO Box 26021 Epsom, Auckland, VICTORIA Gloucester Park Harness Racing Club New Zealand HRV Management Ltd PO Box 6025, East Perth, 6892 Phone: 0011 649 889 6762 PO Box 184, Moonee Ponds, 3039 Gloucester Park, Nelson Crescent, President: Bruce Carter 400 Epsom Road, Flemington, 3031 East Perth, 6004 Chief Executive: Dominique Dowding Phone: (03) 8378 0200 Fax: (03) 9372 6104 Phone: (08) 9323 3555 Fax: (08) 9323 3514 Email: [email protected]. Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Chief Executive: David Martin President: John Burt Chief Executive: Michael Radley
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WA HARNESS RACING CLUBS AND TRAINING CENTRES
PROVINCIAL METRO WAGIN PRESIDENT Matthew Spurr GLOUCESTER PARK PO Box 209 Wagin 6315 SEC/TREAS Ms Leanne Storer PO Box 6025 East Perth 6892 PRESIDENT: Mr John Burt [email protected] Mob 0406 913 243 [email protected] CEO: Mr Michael Radley Track Ph (08) 9861 1175 * www.gloucesterpark.com.au Ph: (08) 9323 3510 Track Ph (08) 9323 3555 Fx; (08) 9323 3514 WILLIAMS HARNESS RACING CLUB PRESIDENT Peter Rintoul Mob; 0431 945 329 PO Box 93 Williams 6391 SECRETARY Mrs Helen Bunch PROVINCIAL REGIONAL [email protected] Ph (08) 9885 1041 Track Ph/Fx (08) 9885 1211* Fx (08) 9885 1164 ALBANY HARNESS RACING CLUB PRESIDENT Laurie Eldridge Mob 0429 146 459* Albany DC WA 6331 SECRETARY Adrian Marshall YORK RACING INC (Meetings at Northam) CHAIRMAN Tony Boyle [email protected] Mob 0459 249 999 PO Box 162 York 6302 SECRETARY Shelly Turner Track Ph /Fx (08) 9841 4252* [email protected] Mob 0499 033 983 BUNBURY TROTTING CLUB PRESIDENT Michael Spadaccini Track Ph (08) 9641 1131* PO Box 16 Bunbury 6231 MANAGER Julie Caldwell [email protected] Fx (08) 9721 8073 OFFICIAL TRAINING CENTRES Track Ph (08) 9721 2768 Mob 0422 186 931 BYFORD HARNESS TRAINING COMPLEX NARROGIN RACE & PACE PRESIDENT John Young Cnr Binshaw Ave & Briggs Road, Byford 6122 t/as Narrogin Racing MANAGER Mrs Cathi Trefort-Budby Mr Steve van de Klashorst (Curator Manager) Mob: 0439 973 257 PO Box 178 Narrogin 6312 Mob 0447 066 703 Mr Bob Sutherland (Deputy Steward - Byford) Mob: 0434 604 136 [email protected] Track Ph (08) 9881 1009 BYFORD HARNESS CLUB (Club Matters & Trials) PO Box 83, Byford 6122 NORTHAM HARNESS RACING CLUB PRESIDENT David Grafton Mr Craig Murphy (President) Mob: 0408 909 321 PO Box 268 Northam 6401 MANAGER Mrs Verna Freind Email: [email protected] [email protected] Ph (08) 9574 1549 Track Ph (08) 9622 1373* Fx (08) 9574 1294 DUNBARTON RACETRACK PRESIDENT James Howlett Mob 0439 169 111 PO BOX 948, Busselton WA 6280 SEC/TREA Mark Sargent Email: [email protected] Mob 0417 924 515 PINJARRA HARNESS RACING CLUB PRESIDENT Barry Warwick PO Box 101 Pinjarra 6208 GEN. MANAGER Sian Hughes GOLDEN MILE TROTTING CLUB PRESIDENT Brian Pascoe [email protected] Ph (08) 9531 1941 PO Box 290 Kalgoorlie 6430 SECRETARY Esmond Delaney Track Ph (08) 9531 1941 Fx (08) 9531 1546 Email: [email protected] Mob 0491 467 732 Mob 0438 741 413 Track Ph (08) 9021 1226 Fx (08) 9091 1421
COMMUNITY LARK HILL THOROUGHBRED TRAINING COMPLEX Mr Greg Horne CENTRAL WHEATBELT HARNESS PRESIDENT David Goulden Stakehill Road West, Port Kennedy 6172 Ph/Fx (08) 9524 3408 RACING CLUB SECRETARY Jenna Saunders [email protected] Mob 0432 830 290 PO Box 144 Kellerberrin 6410 Ph (08) 9045 5564 [email protected] Mob 0429 058 793 JANDAKOT TROTTING TRAINING PRESIDENT Steve McLennon Track Ph/Fx (08) 9045 4606* CENTRE 433 Armadale Rd Forrestdale 6112 TREASURER Mr John Ellis BRIDGETOWN HARNESS RACING PRESIDENT Graeme Waters [email protected] (08) 9397 0338 CLUB SEC/TREAS Jo Moore Mob 0404 309 355 PO Box 269 Bridgetown 6255 Mob 0405 411 022 WANNEROO TROTTING TRAINING CLUB PRESIDENT Max Rayner [email protected] (Graeme Waters) PO Box 134 Wanneroo 6065 Mob 0403 048 625 BUSSELTON TROTTING CLUB PRESIDENT Geoff Foster [email protected] PO Box 409 Busselton 6280 SEC/TREAS Mrs Pat Abbott [email protected] Ph (08) 9754 2323 Track Ph (08) 9754 3762 * Fx (08) 9727 2272 Mob 0428 272 288 COLLIE HARNESS RACING CLUB PRESIDENT Brian Wheeler PO Box 91 Collie 6225 SECRETARY Mr Peter Hemsley [email protected] Ph (08) 9734 5292 Fax (08) 9734 1364* Track Ph (08) 9734 1364* Mob 0400 670 879*
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