Steward's Reports

FRIDAY 22 AUGUST 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, K CLARK (DEPUTY),
T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWEN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 40
Stakes Paid: $38,000

Race NT 1: CLASS B HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 8 Starters:
As the gates opened ANASCAY stood flat-footed and missed the start.  HEZA POCKET ROCKET brushed the running rail about the 500M mark.  HEZA POCKET ROCKET was held up for a run momentarily along the fence at about the 400M mark.

1st ARCHACHON 2nd HEZA POCKET ROCKET 3rd ANASCAY

Race NT 2: 0-70 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 10 Starters:
TICA was scratched from this event after the gelding was found to be sore in the off/side front hoof.  As the gates opened CORRIDOR stood flat-footed and lost ground after jumping.  CORRIDOR was inclined to lay in down the length of the straight.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned M ALLEN rider of CORRIDOR in relation to that mares disappointing run.  M ALLEN reported that the mare did not feel right but could not be certain as to where.

1st URBANE BOY 2nd HER OPINION 3rd GISBORNE LAD

Race NT 3: 0-62 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping REAL EAGLE and SILENZIOSO came together.  Shortly after jumping REAL EAGLE shifted out bumping DETERMINE.  REAL EAGLE was inclined to race greenly for about the first 500M.

1st KARESHIM 2nd OPTIC FIT 3rd DETERMINE

Race NT 4: 0-58 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened FAVRICK and DEADLY CLANG bumped.

1st FAVRICK 2nd DEADLY CLANG 3rd FIRST SHOT

Race NT 5: WEIGHT FOR AGE 1100 Metres – 8 Starters:
SWEEPING MOVE was a little slow into stride on jumping.  As the gates opened CLEVER CAT jumped a little awkwardly.  Approaching the 600M mark HAPPY SPOT rolled in slightly tightening KINGSTON SEA momentarily onto KIRIKIRISH.  Correct weight was delayed when the rider of the second place-getter H POLAND requested to view the Stewards patrol footage of the 600M mark with a view to protest.  After viewing the patrol footage, the parties concerned were of the opinion that there were no grounds for a protest and correct weight was declared.

1st HAPPY SPOT 2nd KINGSTON SEA 3rd SWEEPING MOVE

SUMMARY
Post race samples were taken from all winners.

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SATURDAY 16 AUGUST 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), K CLARK (DEPUTY),
T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWEN
Number of Races: 4
Number of Runners: 26
Stakes Paid: $25,500

Race NT 1: 0-66 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
As the gates opened WILD CANYON was slow into stride.  CORRIDOR was inclined to lay in under pressure down the length of the straight.

1st CORRIDOR 2nd INDIANA SPIRIT 3rd RUBIN RAGER

Race NT 2: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping PEPPERY was slow into stride.  As the gates opened SILENT LASS jumped outwards bumping OPTIC FIT.

1st FIRST SHOT 2nd SILENZIOSO 3rd ACTUATE

Race NT 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1000 Metres – 6 Starters:
SHE’S NO YEMON was a late scratching from this event at 2:12 pm when the rider became indisposed and no other rider was available.  On jumping WHO’S MARY jumped outwards bumping TESTA GOT LUCKY.  As the gates opened ANASCAY was slow away losing ground.  Subsequent to the event, stewards ordered the following alterations to the betting; all monies invested on SHE’S NO YEMON to be refunded and a deduction of 7 cents for the win and a deduction of 7 cents for the place be made.

1st TESTA GOT LUCKY 2nd FOOTFULLABINDIES 3rd ANASCAY

Race NT 4: 0-76 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 6 Starters:
On jumping DEFECTING PLAYBOY was slow away.  Approaching the 600M mark WHATAREYOUWEARIN had to check slightly of the heels of CUPBOARD, which was taken in by GOLD MAGIC which in turn, was taken in slightly by HURRICANE GAZE.  Subsequent to the event Stewards reminded all riders of their obligations to keep their mounts straight.

1st HURRICANE GAZE 2nd GOLD MAGIC 3rd DEFECTING PLAYBOY

SUMMARY
Post race samples were taken from all winners.

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SATURDAY 9 AUGUST 2008

TENNANT CREEK TURF CLUB
Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN)
Veterinary Surgeon/Swabbing: D McEWEN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 22
Stakes Paid: $45,500

Race NT 1: CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 4 Starters:
As the gates opened CURRALIGHT knuckled and lost a little ground.  On jumping SWAYHERE was slow into stride.

1st EXPENDITURE 2nd SWAYHERE 3rd SNOOP

Race NT 2: CLASS B HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 5 Starters:
On jumping DEL DOMINIO was slow into stride.

1st DANERICANE 2nd HEZA POCKET ROCKET 3rd TAKALUA

Race NT 3: 0-62 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 4 Starters:
On jumping STAR SIGNS was a slow into stride and over the final 400M was inclined to race a little erratic.

1st SITAR 2nd STAR SIGNS 3rd LATIN DESIRE

Race NT 4: 0-76 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 4 Starters:
On jumping LAGOON was slow into stride.

1st PERFORMANCE 2nd MARZOTTO 3rd LAGOON

Race NT 5: OPEN HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 5 Starters:
SPAKATAK was slow into stride.

1st SPAKATAK 2nd FROSTY BOY 3rd TAYASU SPIRIT

SUMMARY
Post race samples were taken from:
Race 1:      EXPENDITURE
Race 3:      SITAR
Race 4:      SPAKATAK

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SUNDAY 27 JULY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD)
K CLARK (DEPUTY), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWEN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 33
Stakes Paid: $32,000

Race NT 1: MAIDEN 1400 Metres – 6 Starters:
As the gates opened DEL DOMINO was slow into stride.  On jumping BRACKEN BLUE jumped inwards bumping CANDLEBELLANDBOOK.  Approaching the first turn BRACKEN BLUE had to ease of the heels of CANDLEBELLANDBOOK when that gelding shifted out slightly.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned Mr W SAVAGE trainer of DEL DOMINIO in relation to that geldings unruly behaviour whilst in the mounting yard and on the track.  Mr SAVAGE was advised that whilst no action would be taken today if the gelding was to behave in a similar manner in the future it would be suspended.

1st GISBORNE LAD 2nd FOOTFULLABINDIES 3rd ROCK OF ERAGON

Race NT 2: 0-75 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 5 Starters:
No report.

1st FROSTY BOY 2nd HER OPINION 3rd GOLD HAWK

Race NT 3: 0-80 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 4 Starters:
SILENZIOSO was a late scratching from this event after the club veterinarian deemed that the gelding was unfit to start after sustaining an injury to its near/side hind.  Subsequent to the event G LEFOE rider of HURRICANE GAZE was found guilty of AR 137(b) in that he failed to ride his horse out to the end of a race.  G LEFOE was suspended from riding in races for a period to expire at midnight 27th September 2008.

1st WHAT A SHAMBLE 2nd HURRICANE GAZE 3rd LA RENAISSANCE

Race NT 4: 0-69 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 9 Starters:
SPEEDY SPUD was a late scratching at the barriers at 3.25 PM on veterinarian’s advice after it reared and fell heavily dislodging its rider.  Subsequent to the event, Stewards ordered the following alterations to the betting; all monies invested on SPEEDY SPUD to be refunded and a deduction of 5 cents for the win and a deduction of 5 cents for the place be made.  On jumping KARESHIM and ACTUATE bumped.   About the 200M mark SHANETTY (G LEFOE) which was racing forward was inclined to hang in resulting in RUBIN RAGER and ATOMISERS riders having to take hold.  Correct weight was delayed when M HART rider of third placegetter ATOMISER lodged an objection against SHANETTY being declared second placegetter alleging interference at about the 200M mark.  After viewing the head on footage of the event after the race V ARNOTT rider of forth placegetter RUBIN RAGER also lodged an objection against SHANETTY alleging interference near the 200M mark.  After taking evidence from all parties and viewing the Stewards patrol footage, Stewards dismissed jockey V ARNOTT'S protest deeming that the amount of pressure placed on her mount did not sufficiently disadvantage her as it was not going forward at the time of the incident.  After taking evidence from parties involved with third placegetter ATOMISER and viewing the Stewards patrol footage, Stewards upheld jockey M HART'S protest deeming that ATOMISER was going forward in-between runners as SHANETTY was and when tightened by RUBIN RAGER on its outside had to take hold for at least 30 metres losing substantial ground.  It was also noted that once in the clear ATOMISER began to make ground again on SHANETTY although too late.  Stewards amended the placing's accordingly.  Stewards took evidence from jockey G LEFOE rider of SHANETTY who stated that the gelding was hanging in severely and he was unable to keep the horse out off the runners on his inside.  Stewards took into account the evidence of G LEFOE and were satisfied that he did endeavour to keep his mount off inside runners and took no further action. 

1st TICA 2nd ATOMISER 3rd SHANETTY

Race NT 5: 0-58 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping SHE'S NO YEMON jumped awkwardly and shifted outwards abruptly.  REAL EAGLE was inclined to lay out slightly rounding the home turn.  Subsequent to the event jockey M HART was found guilty of hitting his horse forward of the shoulder AR 137A(2)a and fined the sum of $100.00.  Stewards also advised jockey M HART that they had concerns over his evidence in that his whip may have been in the vicinity of the horse's head and notification was given in regards to his whip action.

1st REAL EAGLE 2nd STAR SIGNS 3rd SITAR

SUMMARY
Post race samples were taken from all winners.

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SUNDAY 13 JULY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
K CLARK (DEPUTY), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWAN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 32
Stakes Paid: $33,000

Race NT 1: 0-63 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 6 Starters:
As the gates opened DEL DOMINIO was slow into stride.  Approaching the winning post WAHLYOUR's rider had to take hold when attempting a run in-between HER OPINION on its inside which was shifting out slightly under pressure and GOLD HAWK on its outside which was rolling in slightly.  Subsequent to the event Stewards advised riders involved they must do their upmost to keep their mounts straight in future.  Stewards further advised jockey P JOHNSON to be more mindful when attempting to take a run between runners when close to the finish line.  W Savage trainer of DEL DOMINIO was fined $50.00 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR 140A).

1st HER OPINION 2nd GOLD HAWK 3rd WAHLYOUR

Race NT 2: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping ACTUATE knuckled slightly and bumped SOLMAYA on its outside which in turn bumped OLDBLUEEYES.

1st RUBIN RAGER 2nd ACTUATE 3rd SILENZIOSO

Race NT 3: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping LATIN DESIRE jumped awkwardly bumping OPTIC FIT on its outside.  Correct weight was delayed when P JOHNSON rider of third place getter requested to view the photo between second and third.  After viewing the photo correct weight was declared.  T HUISH rider of CANDLEBELLANDBOOK was found guilty of a charge of unnecessary use of the whip AR137A (1).  The details being that when he rode CANDLEBELLANDBOOK which was out of contention and showing no response in the straight he used his whip in an unnecessary manner.  T HUISH was fined $100.  Subsequent to the event the clubs veterinarian surgeon inspected FITTED and found that gelding to be sore in the off side hind.  Mrs L LEFOE trainer of FITTED was notified that a veterinary certificate must be produced prior to that gelding racing.

1st FIRST SHOT 2nd FORTUNE STRIKER 3rd OPTIC FIT

Race NT 4: 0-69 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened INDIANA SPIRIT was slow away.  Rounding the turn and at the top of the straight KARESHIM was held up for a run on the rails.

1st TICA 2nd ACADEMY KID 3rd KARESHIM

Race NT 5: OPEN HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 5 Starters:
As the gates opened PEPPERY was slow into stride.

1st KAPPA 2nd FROSTY BOY 3rd TAYASU SPIRIT

SUMMARY
All riders were breath tested.
Post race samples were taken from all winners.

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SUNDAY 29 JUNE 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 36
Stakes Paid: $40,000

Race NT 1: 0-75 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
No Report.

1st HURRICANE GAZE 2nd ATOMISER 3rd OPTIC FIT

Race NT 2: MAIDEN SET WEIGHT 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
DELDOMINIO was a late scratching from this event at 1:35 PM due to jockey T HAMMOND presenting himself on course unfit to ride and no replacement rider was available.  On jumping BRACKEN BLUE jumped inwards bumping GISBORNE LAD onto GEE BEE GEE.  As the gates opened WATCHING TIME jumped a little awkwardly bumping SHE’S NO YEMON on its outside.  Jockey P DENTON dropped his whip at about the 200M mark.  
Subsequent to the event, Stewards fined jockey T HAMMOND $100.00 under AR 81AA in that he presented himself unfit to ride in a race.  Stewards also reminded jockey T HAMMOND of his obligations to notify Stewards at the earliest possible convenience if there is a possibility that he may not be able to fulfil his riding commitments.

1st REAL EAGLE 2nd FIRST SHOT 3rd GISBORNE LAD

Race NT 3: 0-69 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
After jumping JUTLAND was inclined to race a little erratic for about 200 metres.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned trainer N MOODY into the improved performance of his runner TICA.  Mr Moody explained that the gelding had been worked hard since its last start a fortnight ago and also added that last start he missed the jump slightly and became a little non-competitive.  Stewards accepted Mr Moody’s explanation.

1st TICA 2nd ACTUATE 3rd MAKE ME HAPPY

Race NT 4: 0-58 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 8 Starters:
SOLMAYA was a late scratching from this event at 1:35 PM due to jockey T HAMMOND presenting himself on course unfit to ride and no replacement rider was available.  Jockey G LEFOE was granted permission by the Stewards to ride HER OPINION 1kg overweight as there were no replacement riders available.  Subsequent to the event jockey G LEFOE was fined $100.00 under AR 120(b) in that he accepted the ride on HER OPINION for which he was found to be overweight.

1st STAR SIGNS 2nd BLEQ 3rd CENTURY HILL

Race NT 5: OPEN HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 5 Starters:
No Report.

1st KAPPA 2nd NOTHINGSHALLPASS 3rd TAYASU SPIRIT

SUMMARY
Post race samples were taken from all winners.

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SATURDAY 14 JUNE 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
K CLARK (DEPUTY),T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 36
Stakes Paid: $34,500

Race NT 1: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 4 Starters:
SPEEDY SPUD was scratched from this event after being inspected by a veterinarian at 6.45 am and declared unfit for competitive racing with signs of colic.  On jumping ALCOSTA and KAPPA bumped and JUTLAND and BOUND BY FAITH came together.  Trainer K Lamprecht was fined $50.00 under AR 140A for presenting his runner BOUND BY FAITH with the incorrect gear.

1st KAPPA 2nd JUTLAND 3rd ALCOSTA

Race NT 2: 3YO CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened WHO’S MARY jumped awkwardly bumping OLDBLUEEYES on its outside.  As the gates opened CANDLEBELLANDBOOK was slow into stride.

1st HAPPY SQUARED 2nd TALAMAGNE 3rd BRACKEN BLUE

Race NT 3: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
ANNOYED was a late scratching from this event after being inspected by a veterinarian at 10.30 am and declared unfit for competitive racing after sustaining an injury to its offside hind hock.  As the gates opened DIEU SOLEIL was slow into stride.  MACEDON MOXIE was inclined to lay in over the final 100M.

1st CENTURY HILL 2nd SILENZIOSO 3rd DIEU SOLEIL

Race NT 4: 0-69 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping PEPPERY was a little slow into stride.  OUR PRECIOUS GIRL was held up momentarily for a run at the top of the straight.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey PAUL DENTON in relation to why he did not ride his mount MAKEMEHAPPY out over the final 200M.  Jockey DENTON explained to Stewards that his mount although travelling ok to the turn felt that something was not right and that it had been hanging throughout the race but hung in a lot harder down the straight preventing him from riding him out.  Stewards accepted jockey DENTON’S explanation.

1st OUR PRECIOUS GIRL 2nd TAYASU SPIRIT 3rd FROSTY BOY

Race NT 5: 0-75 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 8 Starters:
Prior to the start MAKEMEHAPPY was inspected by the club veterinarian after it was noted to have blood in its mouth and was subsequently cleared to start.  NORTHERN SEA reared on jumping losing little ground.

1st HURRICANE GAZE 2nd EZAWADI 3rd KINGSTON SEA

SUMMARY
All riders breath tested  
Post race samples were taken from all winners.

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Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 39
Stakes Paid: $33,000

Race NT 1:  0-63 HANDICAP 1600 Metres - 7 Starters:
As the gates opened SHIVER OF GOLD jumped outwards bumping MR KELTRICE.  On jumping COWIES PRIDE knuckled badly losing ground.

1ST TAYASU SPIRIT  2ND NOTHING SHALL PASS 3RD WILD CANYON

Race NT 2: OPEN HANDICAP 1400 Metres - 5 Starters:
On jumping PEPPERY was slow into stride.

1ST KAPPA 2ND PEPPERY 3RD TJUKURPA

Race NT 3: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Meters - 9 runners:
As the gates opened AKKA DANCER jumped outwards bumping WHO’S MARY which was a little slow into stride onto BLEQ which in turn bumped CENTURY HILL onto WAHLYOUR.  Approaching the 900M mark FITTED which was racing forward out wide began to roll in tightening STAR SIGNS onto BLEQ which was also tightened momentarily onto CENTURY HILL on its inside subsequently causing STAR SIGNS rider B HOPPO to take hold and check his mount and losing his position.  WAHLYOUR was inclined to lay in down the length of the straight under pressure.  Subsequent to the event Stewards viewed the patrol footage and considered evidence given by all riders involved in the incident at about the 900M mark.  Subsequently jockey G LEFOE rider of FITTED was found guilty of a charge under AR 137(a) in that approaching the 900M mark he allowed his mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of STAR SIGNS causing that horse to be checked and lose ground.  Jockey G LEFOE’S license to ride in races was suspended commencing midnight the 31 May up until and including the 14 June 2008.

1ST FITTED 2ND SILENZIOSO 3RD GEE BEE GEE

Race NT 4: 0-58 HANDICAP (2) 1200 Metres - 9 runners:
As the gates opened FORTUNE STRIKER jumped outwards bumping NORTHERN SEA and then bumping MAXSTURDY on its inside.  GISBORNE LAD jumped away awkwardly and travelled a short distance with its head in the air.  MAXSTURDY was pulled up from about the 200m.  Subsequent to the event the club veterinarian reported that following an examination of MAXSTURDY no abnormalities could be found.

1ST NORTHERN SEA 2ND SOLMAYA 3RD ANNOYED 

Race NT 5: 0-69 HANDICAP 1100 Metres - 9 runners:
As the gates opened JUTLAND was slow into stride.  On jumping ACADEMY KID jumped inwards bumping RAFALDNBORT.  Correct weight was delayed after the rider of the second place getter requested to view the photo finish.  After viewing the photo correct weight was declared.

1ST FREDS LUCK 2ND ACADEMY KID 3RD HURRICANE GAZE

SUMMARY
Post race samples were taken from all winners. 

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Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
K CLARK (DEPUTY), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 37
Stakes Paid: $32,500

Race NT 1: 1400 Metres – 9 Starters:
Approaching the first turn THE FOUR BEES, which was racing just off the fence had to be checked when tightened by FORTUNE STRIKER on its outside which was bumped by ANNOYED who in turn was tightened momentarily by NOTHING SHALL PASS who shifted in quickly.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned all riders in relation to the incident.  Rider of NOTHING SHALL PASS, M ALLEN explained to Stewards that she misjudged how quick her mount was shifting in and that she made an effort to straighten her mount before the interference occurred.  After viewing the Stewards patrol footage and listening to evidence given by all riders involved.  Stewards deemed that whilst the pressure did come from NOTHING SHALL PASS, M ALLEN did in fact make a genuine effort to straighten her mount and Stewards took no further action.
1st ANNOYED 2nd NOTHING SHALL PASS 3rd I’M LUCKY TOO

Race NT 2: 1100 Metres – 5 Starters:
On jumping JUAN PABLO and CALL ME LUCKY bumped.  PEPPERY was slow into stride. 
1st CALL ME LUCKY 2nd KAPPA 3rd PEPPERY

Race NT 3: 1100 Metres – 8 Starters:
SILENZIOSO was a late scratching at 2.07 pm after jockey M HART was unable to make the weight and no replacement rider was available.
1st FREDS LUCK 2nd MAKEMEHAPPY 3rd MACEDON MOXIE

Race NT 4: 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping WHO’S MARY jumped inwards tightening GEE BEE GEE onto BRACKEN BLUE.  GIBSBORNE LAD jumped a little awkwardly.  About the 1000M BRACKEN BLUE had to ease off the heels of GEE BEE GEE which was taken in slightly by WHO’S MARY.
1st DIEU SOLEIL 2nd GEE BEE GEE 3rd BLEQ

Race NT 5: 1200 Metres – 5 Starters:
Prior to the start of this event trainer N MOODY notified Stewards that TICA was involved in a floating incident on the way to the racecourse and requested the Veterinarian to inspect the gelding both in its stall and at the barriers.  TICA was a late scratching at the barriers at 3.56 pm on Vet’s advice.  No betting deductions were made as there was no oncourse bookmaker.  ACCURATE GUN jumped outwards bumping LADY LYN.  Subsequent to the event the club veterinarian reported to Stewards that TICA was involved in a floating incident on way to racecourse and on examination was found to have blood in offside nostril and other superficial wounds which needed no treatment.  Trainer was advised that a veterinarian examination will also be conducted when horse arrived at barriers and if blood was found in nostril on arrival the gelding will be scratched on vet’s advice.  On arrival at barriers TICA was found to have blood in its offside nostril and was subsequently scratched.  The club veterinarian also advised Stewards that she was unable to determine if nostril bleed was exercise induced or as a result from the floating incident and to monitor at subsequent races for bleeds from either nostril.
1st ATOMISER 2nd ACCURATE GUN 3rd RAFALDNBORT

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed. 

FINES
Jockey M HART $100 x under AR120b
Trainer G COOKE $50 under AR140A
Jockey S RIDLER $50 under AR142

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Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, L LANE, J MILLS (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), K CLARK (DEPUTY), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS, D McEWAN
Number of Races: 8
Number of Runners: 70
Stakes Paid: $162,000

Race NT 1: 2YO SET WEIGHT 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
J POTTER replaced K STRA who was indisposed as the rider of MANHATTAN JAZZ.  As the gates opened MR MALONEY jumped awkwardly bumping MIDDAY RHUMBA on its outside.  MR MALONEY was under hard riding throughout the event.
1st PICLESIA 2nd MANHATTAN JAZZ 3rd BARNEY BEAR

Race NT 2: 0-80 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
P JOHNSON replaced D TOURNEUR who was indisposed as the rider of OUR PRECIOUS GIRL.  J POTTER replaced K STRA who was indisposed as the rider of HAPPY SQUARED.  On jumping CORRIDOR was slow into stride.  Over the final 100M GOLD MAGIC was inclined to drift out taking HAPPY SQUARED out wide and bumping LADY LYN.
1st GOLD MAGIC 2nd HAPPY SQUARED 3rd LADY LYN

Race NT 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1600 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping  AKKA DANCER knuckled slightly.
1st AKKA DANCER 2nd UNMERITED 3rd SUPERIOR OFFICER

Race NT 4: SPECIAL CONDITIONS PLATE 1600 Metres – 7 Starters:
About the 1400M mark MARCO LAGO had to be eased after racing up onto the heels of runners in front.
1st NEWS TO ME 2nd DIAMOND RAINS 3rd OURAINMAN

Race NT 5: 0-75 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping JUAN PABLO bumped PAINTED PURE.  ACCESS DENIED jumped a little awkwardly.
1st ACCESS DENIED 2nd ATOMISER 3rd MYSTIC KNIGHTS

Race NT 6: 0-63 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 11 Starters:
On jumping KARN BRO bumped QUDRAAT and shortly after QUDRAAT shifted in bumping STYLISH ROGUE.
1st QUDRAAT 2nd JAY PARK 3rd JACKY SPLASH

Race NT 7: OPEN HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 10 Starters:
On jumping PLUVIUS jumped outwards bumping raid and rule onto IL DUCA.  TICA and ANTICIPATION bumped on jumping.  Near the 800M mark TICA had to be eased slightly when HAPPY SPOT shifted in onto the fence. 
1st HAPPY SPOT 2nd LE NISKA 3rd KASPAROV

Race NT 8: OPEN 2000 Metres – 11 Starters:
As the gates opened AKHATON jumped outwards onto THE TAILER.  Approaching the 600M mark IN ERROR was tightened for room momentarily when REGAL FARCE shifted in after being tightened by PORT PEGASUS on its outside who was losing ground and BARABBA SUN which was tightened by TRADESMAN'S CHOICE which was racing forward.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned all riders involved and determined that no one rider was at fault.  Stewards also reminded all riders of their obligations to keep their mounts straight.  Stewards questioned jockey S ARNOLD into the poor performance of his mount PORT PEGASUS.  Jockey ARNOLD could offer no explanation and stated that it was gone a long way from home and felt he could not run out the 2000M.  Stewards accepted jockey ARNOLD'S explanation.
1st TRADESMAN'S CHOICE 2nd NOZI 3rd AKHATON

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.
All riders breath tested  
Pre Race swabs were taken from: R6: KARN BRO R8: THE TAILER R8 BARABBA SUN
                                                                 
RIDER CHANGES
R1: J POTTER replaced K STRA          
R2: P JOHNSON replaced D TOURNEUR               
R2: J POTTER replaced K STRA

FINES
Trainer J HICKMOTT $50.00 under AR140A                  
Trainer K PETRICK $50.00 under AR140A

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SATURDAY 3 MAY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), L LANE, J MILLS (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS),
K CLARK (DEPUTY)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS, D McEWAN
Number of Races: 7
Number of Runners: 73
Stakes Paid: $112,000

Race NT 1: OPEN HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 10 Starters:
On jumping BRISTOL FASHION was tightened slightly between runners and proceeded to race greenly for the first 100M.  The rider of MEDIA LASS (N STANLEY) dropped his whip about the 500M mark.
1st I'M LUCKY TOO 2nd BLEQ 3rd WESTBRIDGE ROAD

Race NT 2: 3Y0 CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 10 Starters:
V ARNOTT replaced W KERFORD who was indisposed as the rider of LIVE OUR DREAM.  On jumping RAFALDNBORT was slow into stride.  CHELLASEA reared slightly on jumping missing the start.  On returning to scale both RAFALDNBORT and IRONCAT were noted to have blood in one nostril.  After an inspection from the club veterinarian it was reported that both runners had received small superficial wounds whilst in the barriers and that no treatment was necessary. 
1st LIVE OUR DREAM 2nd RAFALDNBORT 3rd CHARMING MANNERS

Race NT 3: 0-63 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 9 Starters:
J POTTER replaced W KERFORD as the rider of KARN BRO.  M HART rider of third placegetter JACKY SPLASH lodged an objection against FAVRICK being declared second placegetter alleging interference at about the 800M mark.  After taking evidence from the parties concerned and viewing the video patrol film, Stewards dismissed the objection and declared correct weight.  Stewards deemed that whilst FAVRICK did shift in, the interference came from another runner to his outside.  Subsequently jockey C MOON rider of fourth placegetter VOLTERAN was found guilty of a charge of careless riding under AR137a in that whilst riding forward he allowed his mount to roll in onto JACKY SPLASH, tightening him along the rails for about 50M before M HART had to take hold and check his mount after running out of room.  Jockey C MOON's licence to ride in races was suspended commencing midnight 3 May 2008 until and including 17 May 2008.    
1st HAPPY JACKS 2nd FAVRICK 3rd JACKY SPLASH

Race NT 4: 0-69 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 9 Starters:
Starting time for this event was put back 15 minutes.  On jumping MARZOTTO started to shift in tightening ACCESS DENIED onto TAYASU SPIRIT which shifted out slightly.  BOGUS was slow into stride. 
1st CEE JAY'S SUN 2nd ATOMISER 3rd TAYASU SPIRIT

Race NT 5: 0-58 HANDICAP 1400 Metres –12 Starters:
BELLARI and THE ESCAPEE came together rounding the home turn.
1st SARLAT 2nd NORTHERN SEA 3rd EPERON

Race NT 6: 0-75 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 10 Starters:
J POTTER replaced W KERFORD as the rider of FOOTY.  Approaching the 600M mark TULLY STORM shifted in tightening runners on its inside slightly.  Subsequent to the event the club veterinarian noted that TULLY STORM had been galloped on severely and further treatment was advised.
1st MUSKETEER 2nd BEL DE FERRO 3rd FOOTY

Race NT 7: PIONEER SPRINT 1200 Metres – 12 Starters:
V ARNOTT replaced W KERFORD as the rider of SURELY YOU JEST.  SURELY YOU JEST was a late scratching at the barriers on vet's advice after breaking through the front of the gates and galloping for some time.  Subsequent to the event Stewards ordered the following deductions to betting be made to the face value of the ticket 13 cents for the win and 13 cents for the place.
1st PERIDUKI 2nd SUNSHINE RESOURCE 3rd SWEEPING MOVE

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed. 
Pre Race swabs were taken from: R4: BOGUS | R7: SUNSHINE RESOURCE
                                                                 
RIDER CHANGES
R2: V ARNOTT replaced W KERFORD
R3: J POTTER replaced W KERFORD
R6: J POTTER replaced W KERFORD
R7: V ARNOTT replaced W KERFORD

FINES                                                                                     
Trainer L LEFOE $50.00 under 140A                                               

SUSPENSIONS
C MOON under 137a (2 weeks)

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SATURDAY 26 APRIL 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, R MERRITT (STIPENDIARY STEWARD), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS, D McEWAN
Number of Races: 7
Number of Runners: 65
Stakes Paid: $79,000

Race NT 1: MAIDEN PLATE 1200 Metres – 11 Starters:
As the gates opened GISBORNE LAD jumped awkwardly losing ground.

1st JAY PARK 2nd SUPERIOR OFFICER 3rd I'M LUCKY TOO

Race NT 2: OPEN HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 7 Starters:
A LYNCH replaced S RIDLER as the rider of MARCO LARGO.  As the gates opened NEWS TO ME knuckled slightly.

1st URBANE BOY 2nd THE ESCAPEE 3rd MARCO LARGO

Race NT 3: 0-63 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 9 Starters:
A LYNCH replaced S RIDLER as the rider of EPERON. 

1st SHANETTY 2nd QUDRAAT 3rd MYSTIC KNIGHTS

Race NT 4: 0-80 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 11 Starters:
MIGALOO was a little slow on jumping.  MIND SQUARE and DEFECTING PLAYBOY bumped on jumping.

1st CALL ME LUCKY 2nd MIGALOO 3rd LADY LYN

Race NT 5: 0-75 HANDICAP 1000 Metres –8 Starters:
As the gates opened WHATAREYOUWEARIN was slow away.  SUPER LASS knuckled on jumping.  As the gates opened IVORFRAAR was slow into stride.  About the 400M mark ACCURATE GUN was held up momentarily for a run. 

1st DANGEROUS TERRAIN 2nd FREDS LUCK 3rd SUPER LASS

Race NT 6: WEIGHT FOR AGE 1100 Metres – 9 Starters:
A LYNCH replaced S RIDLER as the rider of KIRIKIRISH.  On jumping LE NISKA and KIRIKIRISH bumped.  As the gates opened SPAKATAK refused to take part and dislodged its rider.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned Mrs L LEFOE trainer of PERIDUKI into the improved performance of her runner.  Mrs LEFOE explained to the Stewards that everything went right today for him and he was left alone in front.  Stewards accepted Mrs LEFOE's explanation.  Subsequent to the event trainer K LAMPRECHT was notified by Stewards that his runner SPAKATAK must trial the satisfaction of he Stewards before again starting.

1st PERIDUKI 2nd LE NISKA 3rd DELIGHTFUL DALE

Race NT 7: OPEN HANDICAP 1900 Metres – 10 Starters:
D McINTOSH replaced S RIDLER as the rider of WILD CANYON.  Approaching the first turn DIAMOND RAINS (N STANLEY) had to take hold when SWEPSCAY came across slightly when taken in by outside runners.  THE TAILER was inclined to over race for the first 800M of the race.  Subsequent to the event P GARDNER trainer of KIMMY was notified by Stewards that his mare must gallop over 1000M to the satisfaction of the Stewards  before again starting after bleeding from one nostril.  

1st PORT PEGASUS 2nd BARABBA SUN 3rd TRADESMAN'S CHOICE

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed. 
Pre Race swabs were taken from: R3 QUDRAAT |  R7 IN ERROR
All riders breath tested

RIDER CHANGES
R2           A LYNCH replaced S RIDLER
R3           A LYNCH replaced S RIDLER
R6           A LYNCH replaced S RIDLER
R7           D McINTOSH replaced S RIDLER

FINES
Trainer W SAVAGE $250.00 under AR39
Stable Hand C SAVAGE $250.00 under AR39
Jockey A LYNCH $100.00 under AR118A
Trainer M MOORE $100.00 having a horse on track after 9.30am
Jockey D McINTOSH $100.00 riding work on track when shut.

One nostril bleeder - R7 KIMMY

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SATURDAY 19 APRIL 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, L LANE (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS, I McEWAN
Number of Races: 7
Number of Runners: 66
Stakes Paid: $81,000

Race NT 1: 2YO SET WEIGHTS PLUS PENALTIES 1100 Metres – 10 Starters:
Approaching the 900M mark jockeys G LEFOE and M HART were dislodged from their mounts after being tightened for room along the rails and almost falling.  Subsequent to the event apprentice S SHEARGOLD was found guilty of a charge of careless riding under AR137a in that he did not make sufficient effort to straighten his mount SHAKEYATAILFEATHER when it shifted in about the 900M mark onto SAVILLAWAY which tightened SOVEREIGN CHARM onto inside runners resulting in PIONEER PRINCE and MR MALONEY almost falling and dislodging their riders.  Apprentice SHEARGOLD was suspended from riding in races from midnight 19 April up until and including 3 May 2008.  Both G LEFOE and M HART were stood down from riding for the rest of the meeting.  Jockey A LYNCH was fined $100.00 under AR120(b) in that he excepted the ride on SAVILLAWAY in which he was found to be overweight.  

1st PICLESIA 2nd SHAKEYATAILFEATHER 3rd SOVEREIGN CHARM

Race NT 2: 3YO CLASS 3 1000 Metres – 4 Starters:
As the gates opened BEDFORD FLASH was slow into stride.

1st HAPPY JACKS 2nd DETERMINE 3rd LIVE OUR DREAM

Race NT 3: 0-69 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 12 Starters:
S RIDLER replaced M HART as the rider of FORTUNE STRIKER.  P JOHNSON replaced G LEFOE as the rider of FAVRICK.  MAKEMEHAPPY was a late scratching at the barriers at 2.20 pm on vets advice after bleeding from one nostril.  On jumping DANGEROUS TERRAIN knuckled slightly.  TOTEMS was slow into stride on jumping.  Both DANGEROUS TERRAIN and MUSKETEER were inclined to shift out under pressure down the length of the straight.  Subsequent to the event Stewards ordered the following alterations to the betting: all monies invested on MAKEMEHAPPY to be refunded and a deduction of 10 cents for the win and 10 cents for the place be made.  Subsequent to the event P GARDNER trainer of MAKEMEHAPPY was notified by Stewards that before again starting MAKEMEHAPPY must gallop over 1000M to the satisfaction of the Stewards. 

1st DANGEROUS TERRAIN 2nd MUSKETEER 3rd FROSTY BOY

Race NT 4: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 12 Starters:
D McINTOSH replaced M HART as the rider of JACKY SPLASH.  S RIDLER replaced G LEFOE as the rider of HER OPINION.  On jumping QUDRAAT was tightened momentarily between runners.

1st QUDRAAT 2nd NORTHERN SEA 3rd HAPPY SQUARED

Race NT 5: 0-75 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 11 Starters:
On jumping CORRIDOR was slow into stride.

1st URBANE BOY 2nd JUAN PABLO 3rd AREION

Race NT 6: OPEN HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
D McINTOSH replaced M HART as the rider of MIND SQUARE.  V ARNOTT replaced G LEFOE as the rider of PERIDUKI. On jumping THE SOLDIER was tightened for room momentarily when BEL DE FERRO jumped outwards and CALL ME LUCKY shifted in.  MIND SQUARE was slow away on jumping.  CLEVER CAT pulled up quick over the final 200M.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey V ARNOTT into the poor performance of PERIDUKI.  Jockey ARNOTT explained that PERIDUKI had trouble rounding the home turn and did not feel comfortable at any stage.  Jockey ARNOTT also explained that she did not feel that he was hanging but more as if his body was having a problem negotiating the turn.  Stewards noted jockey ARNOTT's explanation.

1st SUNSHINE RESOURCE 2nd KASPAROV 3rd CALL ME LUCKY

Race NT 7: QUALITY HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 8 Starters:
N STANLEY replaced M HART as the rider of NORTH ALERT.  NORTH ALERT knuckled on jumping.  KIMMY was slow into stride.  Approaching the 1200M mark the rider of REGAL FARCE had to take hold after racing up onto the heels of PORT PEGASUS.

1st PORT PEGASUS 2nd BARABBA SUN 3rd TRADESMAN'S CHOICE

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed. 

Pre Race swabs were taken from: R2 BEDFORD FLASH |  R6 THE SOLDIER
All riders breath tested

FINES
JOCKEY A LYNCH $100.00 AR120b

SUSPENSIONS
Apprentice S SHEARGOLD AR137a - Midnight 19 April until Midnight 3 May

RIDER CHANGES
R3: S RIDLER replaced M HART | P JOHNSON replaced G LEFOE
R4: D McINTOSH replaced M HART | S RIDLER replaced G LEFOE
R7: N STANLEY replaced M HART

One nostril bleeder - R3 MAKEMEHAPPY

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SATURDAY 12 APRIL 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), J HAMILTON (STIPENDIARY STEWARD), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 55
Stakes Paid: $64,000

Race NT 1: 0-69 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened FORTUNE AND GLORY reared and lost ground.  On jumping RUFFS knuckled slightly.  Subsequent to the event apprentice LLOYD was reminded by Stewards with regard to the danger in letting his mounts shift ground when riding them out.

1st GOLD MAGIC 2nd MIGALOO 3rd FORTUNE AND GLORY

Race NT 2: MAIDEN PLATE 1000 Metres – 10 Starters:
On jumping BRISTOL FASHION jumped inwards tightening SHADY MISS onto COWIES PRIDE.  Approaching the 600M mark BRACKEN BLUE, which was racing forward on the rails had to check when tightened by runners on its outside.  Subsequent to the event jockey T HUISH rider of BRACKEN BLUE reported to Stewards that his mount was green and overreacted when tightened slightly at the 600M mark and threw his head up.

1st IRONCAT 2nd JAY PARK 3rd MEDIA LASS

Race NT 3: 0-58 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 12 Starters:
On jumping CHARMING MANNERS knuckled slightly.  DANERICANE on jumping was slow into stride.

1st MAXSTURDY 2nd SNOOP 3rd MYSTIC KNIGHTS

Race NT 4: OPEN HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 8 Starters:
A LYNCH replaced T HUISH as the rider of LAGOON after T HUISH became indisposed.  As the gates opened OPTIC FIT was slow into stride.

1st METRO GOLD 2nd MARCO LARGO 3rd SWEPSCAY

Race NT 5: WEIGHT FOR AGE 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping DELIGHTFUL DALE was tightened between runners.

1st SWEEPING MOVE 2nd LE NISKA 3rd DELIGHTFUL DALE

Race NT 7: 3YO SET WEIGHTS 1600 Metres – 10 Starters:
On jumping both OFFHISTUCKER and FAST FOOTAGE were slow into stride.  Subsequent to the event trainer N CONNOR was fined $50.00 under AR140A for presenting his runner DETERMINE with the incorrect gear.

1st SOLID FAITH 2nd AKKA DANCER 3rd SUPERIOR OFFICER

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.  All riders breath tested

FINES
N CONNOR $50.00 (AR140A)

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SATURDAY 5 APRIL 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 47
Stakes Paid: $38,500

Race NT 1: 0-58 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 12 Starters:
Shortly after jumping HAPPY JACKS made an attempt to buck.  On jumping FRAARASHARCA was slow into stride.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned apprentice S SHEARGOLD into the improved performance of FRAARASHARCA.  Apprentice SHEARGOLD advised Stewards that since its last start trainer J HUISH had decided not to work the gelding and to keep him fresh leading up to today's event.  Stewards noted Apprentice SHEARGOLD's explanation.

1st FRAARASHARCA  2nd SNOOP 3rd JAY PARK

Race NT 2: 0-75 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 5 Starters:
On jumping CEE JAY'S SUN and JUAN PABLO bumped.  As the gates opened OUR PRECIOUS GIRL was a little slow into stride.  CLEVER CAT was inclined to over race from about the 1000M mark to the 600M mark.

1st CLEVER CAT 2nd JUAN PABLO 3rd OUR PRECIOUS GIRL

Race NT 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
WAAZY was a late scratching at the barriers at 3.00 PM for refusing to load.  Subsequent to the event trainer W SAVAGE was notified by Stewards that WAAZY must barrier trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before again starting.  On jumping OFFHISTUCKER knuckled.

1st OFFHISTUCKER 2nd INDIAN RAJAH 3rd DIEU SOLEIL

Race NT 4: 0-63 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 9 Starters:
ACCESS DENIED was inclined to lay out under pressure over the final 200M.  ARCHWAYSVISION returned to scale breathing noisily.  Apprentice S SHEARGOLD was fined $100.00 under LR91C for not riding at his MRW on BELLARI. 

1st ACCESS DENIED 2nd URBANE BOY 3rd NORTHERN SEA

Race NT 5: 0-69 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping WAHLYOUR jumped inwards bumping CARTOONS onto BOGUS which jumped outwards slightly.

1st PORT PEGASUS 2nd BOGUS 3rd WAHLYOUR

Race NT 6: OPEN HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 7 Starters:
Shortly after jumping S RIDLER had to take hold of MARCO LARGO when tightened by HAPPY SPOT which was rolling in and DEFECTING PLAYBOY on its inside which shifted out slightly after bumping REGAL FARCE.  PICAYUNE was under hard riding with the whip from the 1000M mark.  HAPPY SPOT pulled up quickly at the end of the race after the jockey believed it had gone lame.  A veterinarian examination immediately after the event and later when it had cooled down found no abnormalities or lameness.  Subsequent to the event REGAL FARCE had blood in its offside nostril.  Under AR53(7), prior to REGAL FARCE again racing it must work over 1000 metres in the presence of a Steward.  Trainer D BATES was fined $50.00 under AR140A for presenting his runner HAPPY SPOT with the incorrect gear.  Subsequent to the event apprentice SHEARGOLD was reprimanded by Stewards under AR137a for allowing his mount HAPPY SPOT to roll in onto MARCO LARGO.  Apprentice SHEARGOLD was advised by Stewards that he must make a more genuine effort in future to straighten his mounts when rolling in.   

1st REGAL FARCE 2nd PICAYUNE 3rd PERFORMANCE

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed. 

FINES
S SHEARGOLD $100.00 (LR91c)
D BATES $50.00 (AR140A)

REPRIMANDS
S SHEARGOLD (AR137a)

One nose bleeder - REGAL FARCE

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SATURDAY 29 MARCH 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 47
Stakes Paid: $38,500

Race NT 1: 2YO SET WEIGHTS 1000 Metres – 8 Starters:
At about the 200M mark MIDDAY RHUMBA layed in slightly tightening HEZAJOLLYGOODFELLA momentarily on the rails.

1st SOVEREIGN CHARM 2nd PIONEER PRINCE 3rd BARNEYBEAR

Race NT 2: 3YO HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping DETERMINE was slow away and subsequently tightened between runners.  IMSOROYAL pulled up lame in the off foreleg.

1st MY GIFT 2nd SUPERIOR OFFICER 3rd BEACONSFIELD MINER

Race NT 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping FIRST SHOT was slow into stride.  MYSTIC KNIGHTS was inclined to lay in slightly over the final 200M. 

1st MYSTIC KNIGHTS 2nd BELT ROAD 3rd SOLID FAITH

Race NT 4: 0-63 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping STAR SIGNS and CROWNE PILOT bumped.  Trainer J CORNELL was fined $50.00 under AR140A for presenting his runner DERBOSS with the incorrect gear.

1st TOTEMS 2nd FORTUNE AND GLORY 3rd DEADLY CLANG

Race NT 5: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
On jumping DANGEROUS TERRAIN was tightened in between SEYMOUR LOUPS which jumped outwards slightly and REGAL FARCE which jumped inwards.  Near the 150M mark TOWN PLAYER, which was racing forward in between runners, bumped MIGALOO.  Trainer L WILLIAMS was fined $50.00 under AR140A for presenting her runner TOWN PLAYER with the incorrect gear.

1st TOWN PLAYER 2nd REGAL FARCE 3rd MIGALOO

Race NT 6: 0-80 HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping KIMMY was slow into stride.

1st THE TAILER 2nd AREION 3rd LAGOON

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed. 

Fines:
Trainer L WILLIAMS $50.00 (AR140A)
Trainer J CORNELL $50.00 (AR140A)

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SATURDAY 22 MARCH 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), D McEWAN (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 48
Stakes Paid: $39,000

Race NT 1: 0-75 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 8 Starters:
As the gates opened both PEPPERY and CORRIDOR where slow into stride.

1st PORT PEGASUS 2nd DEFECTING PLAYBOY 3rd GREEN BEAN

Race NT 2: MAIDEN PLATE 1000 Metres – 7 Starters:
BRACKEN BLUE was a late scratching on vets advice after injuring himself in the float.  The start was delayed due to BEAR POCKETS pushing through the outside running rail.  On jumping BEAR POCKETS was slow into stride.  Subsequent to the event trainer D OXLADE was notified by Stewards that BEAR POCKETS must trial and present himself to the barriers in a more orderly fashion.  Subsequent to the event jockey G LEFOE was advised by Stewards that his style of riding over the final 50 meters was of concern and a repeat may see further action taken.

1st ACCESS DENIED 2nd OFFHISTUCKER 3rd MYSTIC KNIGHTS

Race NT 3: 3YO HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
BEDFORD FLASH knuckled on jumping.

1st RAFALDNBORT 2nd DETERMINE 3rd MY GIFT

Race NT 4: 0-63 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
Shortly after jumping FRAARASHARCA was slow into stride.  EASYWALKIN was inclined to lay in down the length of the straight.  At the winning post URBANE BOY jumped the reflection of the mirror.

1st URBANE BOY 2nd EASYWALKIN 3rd SHOOTING GUARD

Race NT 5: 0-58 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 8 Starters:
No reports.

1st VOLTERAN 2nd DEADLY CLANG 3rd THE ESCAPEE

Race NT 6: OPEN HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened jockey G LEFOE hit the barriers with his right knee and was uncomfortable throughout the event.  PERIDUKI was inclined to hang out from the 700M mark and more severely down the straight.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey G LEFOE into the disappointing performance of PERIDUKI.  Jockey LEFOE advised Stewards that he could not give specific reason although the gelding hung out very bad.  Jockey LEFOE also stated that he was in a lot of pain throughout the race due to striking the barriers with his right knee on jumping.  Stewards accepted jockey LEFOE'S explanation and also advised that they will monitor the geldings next starts. 

1st SWEEPING MOVE 2nd MARCO LARGO 3rd PICAYUNE

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.  All riders breath tested.

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SATURDAY 15 MARCH 2008

Club: TENNANT TURF CLUB
Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), K CLARK, (STIPENDIARY STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 23
Stakes Paid: $30,000

Race NT 1: 0-75 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 5 Starters:
On jumping IVORFRAAR and POWER ON EARTH came together.

1st IVORFRAAR 2nd WHATAREYOUWEARIN 3rd OUR PRECIOUS GIRL

Race NT 2: 0-63 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 5 Starters:
JACKPOT JAZZ jumped awkwardly losing ground.  As the gates opened APIARY jumped a little awkward.  Approaching the first turn AKA JANE which was over racing had to ease of the heels of CARPUS.

1st AKA JANE 2nd CARPUS 3rd JACKPOT JAZZ

Race NT 3: 0-69 HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 4 Starters:
OPTIC FIT pulled up sore in the nearside front.

1st KIMMY 2nd AREION 3rd SCARGO

Race NT 4: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
As the gates opened FRAARASHARCA was slow into stride.

1st FORTUNE AND GLORY 2nd FRAARASHARCA 3rd AKKA DANCER

Race NT 5: 0-80 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 3 Starters:
No reports.

1st PERFORMANCE 2nd CHARISTEAS 3rd OLDBLUEEYES

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.  All riders breath tested.

Fines:
D McINTOSH was fined $100.00 under AR120(b) in that he accepted a ride for which he was overweight (R1 IVORFRAAR)

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SATURDAY 8 MARCH 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), K CLARK, M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWAN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 37
Stakes Paid: $32000

Race NT 1: TROBIS 2YO PLATE 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
As the gates opened ASLONGASHERUNSFAST jumped awkwardly.  Shortly after jumping SAVILLAWAY commenced to buck dislodging its rider before jumping over the inside rail.  Subsequent to the event trainer W SAVAGE was notified by Stewards that SAVILLAWAY must trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before starting again.      

1st PIONEER PRINCE 2nd SHAKEYATAILFEATHER 3rd HIGHTOU

Race NT 2: 0-63 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping JACKPOT JAZZ was slow into stride.  Shortly after jumping DANERICANE was tightened for room on the rail when RHYTHM AND MELODY was taken in by EASYWALKIN which was inturn taken in slightly by TOTEMS who was shifting in whilst racing forward.  RHYTHM AND MELODY after being tightened began to race ungenerously causing its rider to take hold and lose ground.  Subsequent to the event jockey D McINTOSH was reminded by Stewards of his obligations to give runners on his inside the room in which they are entitled to.  Trainer of RHYTHM AND MELODY, N CONNER notified Stewards that he was going to change riders for its next start.   

1st TOTEMS 2nd EASYWALKIN 3rd DEADLY CLANG

Race NT 3: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
On jumping CORRIDOR was slow into stride.  D McINTOSH rider of CORRIDOR was found guilty of a charge of careless riding (AR137(b)).  The careless riding being that approaching the winning post he permitted his mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of PORT PEGASUS thereby forcing that gelding to be checked.  D McINTOSH was suspended from riding in races for a period to expire at midnight 15 March 2008 (1 Meeting).  FOOTY bled from the offside nostril.  Trainer L WILLIAMS was advised that FOOTY must gallop over 1000M to the satisfaction of the Stewards before again starting.

1st CORRIDOR 2nd MIGALOO 3rd PORT PEGASUS

Race NT 4: SPECIAL CONDITIONS PLATE 1400 Metres – 5 Starters:
No reports.   

1st BEL DE FERRO 2nd THE TAILER 3rd OURAINMAN

Race NT 5: 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 10 Starters:
On jumping OPTIC FIT and FORTUNE AND GLORY bumped.  SPEEDY SPUD was slow into stride on jumping.

1st KIMMY  2nd BEACONSFIELD MINER 3rd FIRST SHOT

Suspensions:  D McINTOSH (1 Meeting) AR137(b)

1 Nostril Bleeders FOOTY (offside nostril)

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SATURDAY 1 MARCH 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), K CLARK, M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 42
Stakes Paid: $38,500

Race NT 1: 3YO CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
As the gates opened DETERMINE missed the jump and lost ground.  Shortly after jumping SOLID FAITH was tightened for room on the rails when RAFALDNBORT was taken in slightly by MY GIFT.  Subsequent to the event jockey G LEFOE was reminded of his obligations to give horses racing on his inside room they are entitled to.  Jockey LEFOE, and apprentice's LLOYD and SHEARGOLD were also notified that Stewards would expect their evidence to be more accurate in future.    

1st BEDFORD FLASH 2nd MY GIFT 3rd IMSOROYAL

Race NT 2: OPEN HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 5 Starters:
On jumping KIRIKIRISH jumped awkwardly bumping CUPBOARD on its outside.

1st KIRIKIRISH 2nd REGAL FARCE 3rd CUPBOARD

Race NT 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened MYSTIC KNIGHTS was slow into stride.  SUPERIOR OFFICER jumped awkwardly losing ground.

1st VOLTERAN 2nd FIRST SHOT 3rd LEVITATES

Race NT 4: 0-69 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
Shortly after jumping AKA JANE and CARTOONS came together causing CARTOONS to shift in sharply and losing a little ground.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned apprentice SHEARGOLD into the disappointing performance of AKA JANE.  Apprentice SHEARGOLD notified Stewards that he could offer no explanation, stating that the mare at no stage of the race was travelling well and was under the whip from the 800M mark.   

1st ACADEMY KID 2nd CORRIDOR 3rd AREION

Race NT 5: TROBIS 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping CROWNE PILOT jumped awkwardly.  Shortly after jumping RHYTHM AND MELODY was pulled out of the race.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey S RIDLER in relation to RHYTHM AND MELODY being pulled out of the event near the 1000M mark.  Jockey RIDLER stated that after jumping well and going forward a short distance he felt that the gelding attempted to buck and therefor pulled him out of the event.  Subsequent to the event jockey A LYNCH was fined $50.00 under AR142 for not weighing in after running fifth on CROWNE PILOT.

1st DEMOB 2nd KIMMY 3rd SPEEDY SPUD

Race NT 6: 0 - 80 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 6 Starters:
As the gates opened GREIMOTA was slow away.  Subsequent to the event apprentice S SHEARGOLD was fined $100.00 under LR91c for failing to ride at his MRW on TAYASU SPIRIT.

1st LAGOON 2nd GREIMOTA 3rd GREEN BEAN

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.  All riders breath tested.

Fines:
Jockey A LYNCH: $50.00 AR142 for failing to weigh in on CROWNE PILOT in R5.  Apprentice S SHEARGOLD $100.00 - LR91c for failing to ride at his MRW on TAYASU SPIRIT in R6. 

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SATURDAY 23 FEBRUARY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), K CLARK, M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWEN
Number of Races: 4
Number of Runners: 32
Stakes Paid: $26,000

Race NT 1: MAIDEN PLATE 1100 Metres – 5 Starters:
LADY GEZABEEL was a late scratching at 2.29 pm at the barriers after kicking out whilst in the barriers and sustaining an injury to its near side hock and stifle.  On jumping SHARP FILOO and PRECIOUS MISS bumped slightly.  As the gates opened BEACONSFIELD MINER was slow away and raced ungenerously for the first 50M.  MYSTIC KNIGHTS was inclined to roll in slightly near the 200M mark.  Subsequent to the event, Stewards ordered the following alterations to the betting: all monies invested on LADY GEZABEEL to be refunded and a deduction of 8 cents for the win and place be made.  Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned Jockey T HAMMOND rider of BEACONSFIELD MINER into the geldings behaviour shortly after jumping.  Jockey T HAMMOND, explained that he felt that the norton bit was too severe for him and he fought against it for the first 50M.  BEACONSFIELD MINER's trainer K ROGERSON was of the same opinion after viewing the Stewards patrol footage.  Trainer K LAMPRECHT was fined $100.00 under AR124 for bringing his runners LADY GEZABEEL and PRECIOUS MISS late into the mounting yard.  K LAMPRECHT was also fined $50.00 under AR140A for presenting his runner PRECIOUS MISS with incorrect gear.          

1st SHARP FILOO 2nd MYSTIC KNIGHTS 3rd PRECIOUS MISS

Race NT 2: 0 - 69 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 10 Starters:
Approaching the point of the 600M turn, DANGEROUS TERRAIN had to be checked when tightened for room in between APIARY on its outside and THE ESCAPEE on its inside.  Near the 200M mark FOOTY was tightened for room when taking a run in between TOTEMS on its inside and MIGALOO on its outside.  JACKPOT JAZZ was inclined to lay out rounding the home turn.  Subsequent to the event riders were reminded about giving each other more room at the 600M mark to allow for accidental shift.  TOTEMS cast his nearfore plate in running.

1st CLEVER CAT 2nd MIGALOO 3rd FOOTY

Race NT 3: 0-58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 9 Starters:
FORTUNE AND GLORY jumped awkwardly losing ground.  OPTIC FIT was slow into stride.  Both DEADLY CLANG and SOLMAYA hung out throughout the event.      

1st DEMOB 2nd DEADLY CLANG 3rd FORTUNE AND GLORY

Race NT 4: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
TAYASU SPIRIT was slow into stride.  OUR PRECIOUS GIRL and BEL DE FERRO bumped on jumping.  Subsequent to the event Jockey K GLADWIN was fined $50.00 under AR142 for failing to weigh in on THE TAILER which finished fifth.

1st SEYMOUR LOUPS 2nd TOWN PLAYER 3rd OUR PRECIOUS GIRL

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.

Fines:
Trainer K LAMPRECHT was fined $100.00 under AR124 for presenting his runners LADY GEZABEEL and PRECIOUS MISS late into the mounting yard for Race 1.  Trainer K LAMPRECHT was fined $50.00 under AR140A for presenting his runner PRECIOUS MISS without the prescribed gear.  Jockey K GLADWIN was fined $50.00 under AR142 for failing to weigh in on THE TAILER in Race 4. 

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SATURDAY 9 FEBRUARY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), K CLARK, L O'SHEA (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS),
T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWEN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 29
Stakes Paid: $32,500

Race NT 1: 0 - 75 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 5 Starters:
SPECIALLY MADE dipped slightly on jumping.

1st SPECIALLY MADE 2nd GOLD MAGIC 3rd OUR PRECIOUS GIRL

Race NT 2: 0 - 63 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 5 Starters:
DEADLY CLANG was inclined to hang out throughout the event proving difficult to control for its rider.  EASYWALKIN wanted to shift in under pressure down the length of the straight.  Subsequent to the event Stewards question jockey C MOON in relation to EASYWALKIN's performance.  C MOON reported that his mount felt reluctant to race today.  Jockey M HART was fined $100.00 under AR120b for accepting a ride for which he was overweight.   

1st AKA JANE 2nd IVORFRAAR 3rd EASYWALKIN

Race NT 3: TROBIS MAIDEN PLATE 1000 Metres – 6 Starters:
Jockey M HART was dislodged from BARNEYBEAR on the way to the barriers.  A veterinarian inspection carried out on BARNEYBEAR cleared him to take his place in the event.  On jumping SEDAKA'S LASS shifted in bumping SHARP FILOO, which jumped out slightly which inturn bumped FOOTFULLABINDIES who was receiving slight pressure from its inside.  SEDAKA'S LASS started to drift off the fence from the 200M mark to the finishing post.      

1st SEDAKA'S LASS 2nd SHARP FILOO 3rd MEDIA LASS

Race NT 4: OPEN HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 5 Starters:
Near the 400M mark WHATAREYOUWEARIN's rider had to take hold momentarily when THE SOLDIER shifted in.  Subsequent to the event Stewards reminded jockey K GLADWIN of his obligation to be two lengths clear when shifting ground. 

1st THE SOLDIER 2nd WHATAREYOUWEARIN 3rd DANGEROUS TERRAIN

Race NT 5: 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
CROWNE PILOT was a scratching from this event due to no rider being available.  SOLMAYA was slow into stride on jumping.  MISSIN' KATE had been galloped on during the event and had injuries to its near side hind and coronet. 

1st RHYTHM AND MELODY 2nd SOLMAYA 3rd SPEEDY SPUD

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.

Fines:
Jockey M HART was fined $100.00 under AR120b for accepting a ride for which he was overweight.

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SUNDAY 27 JANUARY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, L O'SHEA (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 29
Stakes Paid: $34,000

Race NT 1: TROBIS MAIDEN PLATE 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
FOOTFULLABINDIES was a late scratching at the barriers at 2.48 pm for its refusal to load.  Subsequent to the event trainer M RUMBLE was notified by Stewards that before starting again FOOTFULLABINDIES must Barrier Trial and load in a timely manner to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

1st MISSIN’ KATE 2nd SUPERIOR OFFICER 3rd MYSTIC KNIGHTS

Race NT 2: 0 - 76 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 6 Starters:
GREIMOTA knuckled slightly at the start and was slowly into stride.  Subsequent to the event jockey G LEFOE was fined $50.00 under AR142 for failing to weigh in on WHAT A SHAMBLE which finished fifth.  Jockey M HART was fined $50.00 under 120b for accepting a ride for which he was overweight.

1st SPECIALLY MADE 2nd LAGOON 3rd GREIMOTA

Race NT 3: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 5 Starters:
SEYMOUR LOUPS and FRENCH SURPRISE bumped slightly shortly after jumping.

1st SEYMOUR LOUPS 2nd BEL DE FERRO 3rd OURAINMAN

Race NT 4: 0-69 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 5 Starters:
On jumping INDIANA SPIRIT jumped outwards bumping CARPUS.  EFF ONE raced wide throughout the race.  Subsequent to the event jockey V ARNOTT reported to Stewards that EFF ONE appeared to choke down.

1st INDIANA SPIRIT 2nd GOLD MAGIC 3rd GOLD HAWK

Race NT 5: 0 - 63 HANDICAP – 1400 Metres – 7 Starters:
Jockey P DENTON was questioned by Stewards into his ride on TAYASU SPIRIT in this event.  Jockey DENTON stated that he was riding to instructions and not to push him along.  Jockey DENTON also stated that he was concerned that near the 600M mark TAYASU SPIRIT was still a long way off the lead.  Stewards accepted jockey DENTON’s explanation.

1st IMSOROYAL 2nd TAYASU SPIRIT 3rd MAX ON TOP

SUMMARY
All winners swabbed.

Fines:
M HART was fined $50.00 under AR120b for accepting a ride for which he was overweight.  Jockey G LEFOE was fined $50.00 under AR142 for failing to weigh in on WHAT A SHAMBLE after finished fifth in the event.

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SATURDAY 19 JANUARY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY (STIPENDIARY STEWARD),
T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 34
Stakes Paid: $32,500

Race NT 1: 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
The start of this race was delayed due to the ambulance not being on course. On jumping DEMOB jumped inwards, slightly bumping FRAARASHARCA who jumped awkwardly onto BOUND BY FAITH.

1st EASYWALKIN 2nd SOLMAYA 3rd DEMOB

Race NT 2: 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
FOOTFULLABINDIES was scratched from this event on Thursday afternoon on the Vet's advice. MAX ON TOP jumped awkwardly, losing some ground. LADY GEZABEEL shifted in shortly after jumping, bumping CINQUE STELLE.

1st MAX ON TOP 2nd SUPERIOR OFFICER 3rd CROWNE PILOT

Race NT 3: 0 - 63 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
On jumping KIMMY knuckled slightly. Trainer P. GARDINER was fined $50 under A.R140a in that he presented his mount KIMMY with the incorrect gear. VAIN WARRIOR pulled up lame in the offside front fetlock.

1st MIGALOO 2nd THE ESCAPEE 3rd FORTUNE AND GLORY

Race NT 4: 3YO CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 6 Starters:
CHARMING MANNERS jumped a little awkwardly and began to shift out. About the 900m mark CHARMING MANNERS had to ease slightly when MEDIA LASS shifted across. CHARMING MANNERS was inclined to hang out from about the 600m mark.

1st VICE MARSHALL 2nd MEDIA LASS 3rd IMSOROYAL

Race NT 5: 0 - 69 HANDICAP – 1100 Metres – 6 Starters:
INDIANA SPIRIT was a late scratching at 4:32 due to no jockey being available after jockey G. LEFOE became indisposed. On jumping JUTLAND was slow away. AKA JANE jumped outwards bumping QUON. JUTLAND was inclined to shift out down the length of the straight.

1st JUTLAND 2nd SPORTS NUT 3rd IVORFRAAR

SUMMARY:

Fines:      

Trainer P. GARDINER was fined $50 under A.R.140a in that he presented his runner KIMMY with the incorrect gear.

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SUNDAY 6 JANUARY 2008

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), L O'SHEA (STIPENDIARY STEWARD), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 39 (AT 9.00AM)
Stakes Paid: $32,000

Race NT 1: 0 - 82 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
As the gates opened GREIMOTA was slow into stride and lost ground. GREIMOTA was inclined to lay in down the length of the straight. Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey G. HOOBIN into the performance of his mount GREIMOTA. Jockey G. HOOBIN explained to Stewards that GREIMOTA was in season and did not want any part of racing. Stewards accepted jockey G. HOOBIN's explanation.

1st SEYMOUR LOUPS 2nd OURAINMAN 3rd BEL DE FERRO

Race NT 2: MAIDEN PLATE 1100 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping CLIPSPEC jumped outwards, bumping BELLTAOS. LADY GEZABEEL jumped outwards bumping OLDBLUEEYES. Approximately 20 metres from the winning post SEDAKA'S LASS shifted out, causing MISSIN' KATE to shift out slightly. Subsequent to the event trainer K. LAMPRECHT was fined $50 under A.R.140a for presenting his runner OLDBLUEEYES without the prescribed gear.

1st OLDBLUEEYES 2nd SEDAKA'S LASS 3rd BELLTAOS

Race NT 3: 0 - 69 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 8 Starters:
Before the running of this event trainer E. WEHR notified Stewards that her runner CORRIDOR may be sore in the off/side front leg. After an inspection by the club Veterinarian I. DOUS CORRIDOR was passes fit to start. On jumping VAIN WARRIOR and IMSOROYAL bumped. Shortly after jumping MIGALOO stumbled slightly.

1st DESAILLEY JACK 2nd MIGALOO 3rd ACADEMY KID

Race NT 4: 0 - 76 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 6 Starters:
No reports.

1st WHATAREYOUWEARIN 2nd SPORTS NUT 3rd SPECIALLY MADE

Race NT 5: 0 - 58 HANDICAP – 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
No race reports. Subsequent to the event trainer K. LAMPRECHT was fined $50 under A.R.140a for presenting his runner LATIN DESIRE without the prescribed gear.

1st CARPUS 2nd MAX ON TOP 3rd SOLMAYA

SUMMARY:

All winners swabbed.
All riders breath tested.

Fines: 
    
Trainer K. LAMPRECHT was fined $100.00 under A.R.140a for presenting his runners LATIN DESIRE and OLDBLUEEYES without their prescribed gear.

Trainer V. OLDFIELD was fined $100.00 under A.R.64 for entering IMSOROYAL and ACROSS THE STATES for a race for which they were ineligible.

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SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER 2007

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, L O'SHEA (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARDS)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 37 (AT 9.00AM)
Stakes Paid: $33,000

Race NT 1: 0 - 63 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping CROWN PILOT was slow away. Shortly after jumping MACEDON MOXIE shifted in tightening EPERON onto DANCING DYNAMO. Approaching the 100m mark ATOMISER attempted to run off.

1st ATOMISER 2nd MACEDON MOXIE 3rd CHARISTEAS

Race NT 2: 0 - 76 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
BELLTAOS jumped awkwardly bumping WHAT A SHAMBLE on its outside and losing ground. Subsequent to the event, Jockey M. HART was fined $30 under A.R. 142 in that he failed to weigh in on OUR PRECIOUS GIRL, which finished fifth. Trainer D. LEECH was fined $50 under A.R. 140a for presenting his mount OURAINMAN with the incorrect gear.

1st SPECIALLY MADE 2nd CORRIDOR 3rd SPORTS NUT

Race NT 3: 3 YO CLASS 1 1100 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping IMSOROYAL jumped outwards onto ACROSS THE STATES. At about the 100m mark SUPERIOR OFFICER was tightened for room along the rail when AKKA DANCER started to roll in. Subsequent to the event jockey P. JOHNSON was notified that in future he must stop riding and straighten his mounts when shifting in.

1st DETERMINE 2nd MEDIA LASS 3rd IMSOROYAL

Race NT 4: OPEN HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 6 Starters:
MARCO LAGO was slow away. Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey C. MOON into the performance of MARCO LAGO. C. MOON told Stewards that after jumping away slowly, his mount felt reluctant to race throughout the entire event, and could give no real reason why he was reluctant to race, adding that the gelding seemed to have pulled up OK. Stewards noted C. MOON's explanation.

1st NOT ABANDONED 2nd SEYMOUR LOUPS 3rd GREIMOTA

Race NT 5: 0 - 58 HANDICAP – 1400 Metres – 8 Starters:
BEACONSFIELD MINER was a late scratching at 4:02 pm when no other rider was available after jockey P. DENTON was found to be overweight. Under A.R. 120b jockey P. DENTON was fined $100 in that he accepted a ride for which he was overweight.

1st THE ESCAPEE 2nd NORTHERN SEA 3rd ARMADEUS

SUMMARY:

All winners swabbed.
All riders breath tested.

FINES:        

Jockey M. HART was fined $50 under A.R. 142 for failing to weigh in after the event.
          
Jockey P. DENTON was fined $100 under A.R. 120b for accepting a ride for which he was overweight.
                  
Apprentice jockey S. SHEARGOLD was fined $100 under L.R.N.T 91 c for failing to ride at his M.R.W.
                  
Trainer D. LEECH was fined $50 under A.R. 140a in that he presented his runner OURAINMAN in the incorrect gear.

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SUNDAY 9 DECEMBER 2007

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, L O'SHEA (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: I DOUS
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 40 (AT 9.00AM)
Stakes Paid: $32,000

Race NT 1: MAIDEN PLATE 1200 Metres – 10 Starters:
Before the running of the first event jockey K. GLADWIN was stood down from riding by the Stewards acting under A.R. 81aa. Subsequent to the event jockey K. GLADWIN was charged under A.R. 81a in that after being breath tested for alcohol he returned a reading in excess of 0.02. Jockey K. GLADWIN was found guilty of the charge and his licence to ride in races was suspended for a period of two months up to and including 09/02/2008. K. GLADWIN was also fined the sum of $1000. As no other rider was available to replace K. GLADWIN, Stewards ordered the scratching of MISSIN’ KATE. As the gates opened OATS jumped awkwardly causing its rider to become unbalanced. BELLTAOS was fractious in the barriers. About the 200m mark BELLARI shifted in, causing its rider to stop riding and straighten.

1st BELLARI 2nd DETERMINE 3rd CLIPSPEC

Race NT 2: 0 - 69 HANDICAP 1200 Metres – 7 Starters:
Jockey A. LYNCH replaced jockey K. GLADWIN as the rider of GOLD MAGIC. INDIANA SPIRIT was a late scratching at the barriers on Vet's advice at 2:25 pm. INDIANA SPIRIT suffered superficial lacerations to both hind legs and also threw three shoes due to becoming very fractious in the gates. Subsequent to the event, Stewards ordered the following alterations to the betting; all monies invested on INDIANA SPIRIT to be refunded and a deduction of 9 cents for the win and a deduction of 10 cents for the place to be made. On jumping ARMADEUS was slow away and lost considerable ground.

1st STELLAR 2nd GOLD MAGIC 3rd RED HORIZON

Race NT 3: 0 - 76 HANDICAP 1600 Metres – 7 Starters:
OPTIC FIT was slow into stride. DOUBLE THE FUN was inclined to lay out around the first turn. About the 1200m mark KING ACT was tightened slightly between runners causing its rider to ease. Subsequent to the event Stewards questioned jockey G. LEFOE into his ride on TAYASU SPIRIT. Jockey G. LEFOE stated to Stewards that his instructions were to let the horse relax and not to push forward. G. LEFOE also stated that he did have concerns at about the 800m mark when he realised he was back a bit too far in the race. Stewards reminded jockey G. LEFOE of his obligations of gaining a more forward position and also advised that Stewards would monitor TAYASU SPIRIT's future runs and if there was a change of riding instructions he was to notify Stewards as soon as practical.

1st GREEN BEAN 2nd TAYASU SPIRIT 3rd KING ACT

Race NT 4: 0 - 63 HANDICAP 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
D McINTOSH was found guilty of a charge under A.R. 87D.  The details of the charge being that when he weighed out to ride OFFHISTUCKER he was wearing a safety vest which had been modified.  D McINTOSH was suspended for a period of 2 months ending midnight 9 February 2008.  Evidence was taken from Clerk of Scales Mrs S ROEBUCK in which she stated that D McINTOSH had weighed out in a light blue safety vest and then shortly after she observed him wearing a black safety vest.  A search of the jockeys’ room found the light blue safety vest which had been modified hidden behind a mirror.

STAR SIGNS was a late scratching when no rider became available. As the gates opened MAX ON TOP reared slightly, losing ground.

1st MAXSTURDY 2nd ATOMISER 3rd MAX ON TOP

Race NT 5: 0 - 82 HANDICAP – 1100 Metres – 7 Starters:
OUR PRECIOUS GIRL was a little slow away. FRED IN THE RED shifted outwards shortly after jumping.

1st KASPAROV 2nd RAID AND RULE 3rd DEFECTING PLAYBOY

SUMMARY:

Rider change RACE 2 A. LYNCH replaced K. GLADWIN as the rider of GOLD MAGIC.

All winners swabbed.
All riders breath tested.

Fines:

Trainer N. CONNOR was fined $50 under A.R. 140a in that he presented his runner GREEN BEAN without its prescribed gear.

Jockey K. GLADWIN was fined $1000.00 under A.R. 81a in that he presented himself on course to fulfil his riding engagements whilst intoxicated.

Suspensions:     

Jockey K. GLADWIN was suspended from race riding for a period of 2 months ending on the 09/02/2008 under A.R. 81 in that after being breath tested for alcohol he returned a reading in excess of 0.02.

Jockey D. McINTOSH was suspended from race riding under A.R. 87D for a period of 2 months ending on the 09/02/2008 in that he weighed out in a body protector that had been modified.

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SATURDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2007

Track: GOOD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Stewards: D WESTOVER (CHAIRMAN), M HURLEY, L O'SHEA (STIPENDIARY STEWARDS), K CLARK (DEPUTY STEWARD), T PRENDERGAST (SWABBING STEWARD)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEWAN
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 46
Stakes Paid: $41,500

Race NT 1: 2 YO MAIDEN 1000 Metres – 4 Starters:
SHAKEYATAILFEATHER, which was a final acceptor for this event, was scratched on Friday when it was found to be shinsore. Trainer J. HUISH notified Stewards Thursday evening that the gelding may be a doubtful starter. Shortly after jumping HEZAJOLLYGOODFELLA attempted to buck. About the 50 m mark HIGHTOU jumped the crossing and became unbalanced. MR MALONEY was inclined to lay in slightly down the straight.

1st HIGHTOU 2nd MR MALONEY 3rd MIDDAY RHUMBA

Race NT 2: 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
As the gates opened ARMADEUS jumped outwards, pushing TITLE HOPE onto BAYOU BLITZ who was taken in slightly by REGAL NOW. FITTED was slow into stride. ATOMISER was inclined to lay out rounding the home turn.

1st ATOMISER 2nd MAXSTURDY 3rd MAX ON TOP

Race NT 3: 0 - 58 HANDICAP 1000 Metres – 9 Starters:
On jumping DANERICANE was tightened slightly when DETERMINE jumped outwards and RICKETTS POINT jumped inwards. As the gated opened MIDNIGHT DOLL stood flat footed and missed the start by two lengths. STAR SIGNS drifted off the fence down the length of the straight. THE CROCODILE raced wide throughout the race and winder down the straight.

1st STAR SIGNS 2nd DANERICANE 3rd RICKETTS POINT

Race NT 4: 0 - 69 HANDICAP 1400 Metres – 8 Starters:
On jumping STELLAR jumped awkwardly, bumping OPTIC FIT on its inside on to THE ESCAPEE, which was tightened by TAYASU SPIRIT on its inside which jumped outwards slightly. Approaching the first turn KING ACT had to ease slightly to avoid the heels of NORTHERN SEA, which was racing forward.

1st POTASKI 2nd OPTIC FIT 3rd KING ACT

Race NT 5: MAIDEN PLATE– 1200 Metres – 9 Starters:
CLIPSPEC was withdrawn at scratching time due to no rider being available. OATS jumped a little awkwardly and was inclined to race wide until the home turn.

1st SHOOTING GUARD 2nd MISSIN' KATE 3rd BELLTAOS

Race NT 6: WEIGHT FOR AGE– 1200 Metres – 7 Starters: