Politics

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i heard  andy mccook yesterday commenting that its going to be a sad time in the next couple of months with others as relates to employment.One can only guess what he means but the comment was made after he wished rail the best.So he did say couple of months. The greyhounds still have 6 months to go. when greyhounds shut down,that will be a very sad and difficult time for the over 1000 people employed in that industry. I would be good if there could be greater transparency from the government,the greyhound industry and the likes of the spca as to what actually is going to happen to all the greyhounds.That surely is a story that media should be highlighting and bringing to the attention of the public. as to the commentators dropping in numbers. theres other excesses that you would think will impact harness racing coverage.I know friday lights thing is enjoyed by people and is very good,but if i was a cost cutter,i would be asking myself,why are we paying 2 people tio sit in the studio when obviously only 1 is needed. Thats nothing against o'connor or graham,they are both very good,but the pressure you would think will come on entain to cut costs to return as much as they can to the industry as the indudustry is clearly spending more than they should and will themselves be making cuts in the next couple of years you would think. That would be my guess for something that will happen in the next year or so.

With drastic winter weather–arctic temperatures and extremely low wind chill values, according to the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA)-continuing to plague much of the country, NYRA has cancelled live racing Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 31-Feb. 1 at Aqueduct Racetrack. Racing has not been held at Aqueduct since Jan. 23. The 24th, 28th, and 29th were all originally carded but had to be cancelled due to the frigid temperatures. NYRA is working with the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (NYTHA) and New York Thoroughbred Breeders, Inc. (NYTB) to schedule and apply for added race days. NYRA will also release a new schedule for stakes races impacted by the weather cancellations, as well as a modified condition book. Aqueduct will be open for simulcasting both Saturday and Sunday. The post Weather Woes Continue as Aqueduct Weekend Racing Cancelled appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

TABman one of the only Positive Posters on here. Because he went to the trots and the gallops frequently and enjoyed himself there , meeting with your great racing people. so am glad you miss him. you're Wrong about Auckland though. Maybe you're a grumpy South islander that not enjoying the sport anymore , like so many New Zealanders these days. thankfully the Aussies here just get on with it , even though the sport runs in Debt here in most States as well . Just get a Horse and race It . easy fix for those that really care. As far as Auckland goes, I thought it was fantastic living there for a few years. And it's still Ranked Very High in the world Mikey . Better that over 99% of the planet . give it a go old mate lol 😎 here's some Google stats > Auckland is consistently ranked as one of the world's most liveable cities, placing 7th globally in the 2025 Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) report, highlighting its high standards in culture and environment. Known for its exceptional work-life balance and natural beauty, it previously held the top spot in 2021.  Key Rankings for Auckland: Liveability (2025): 7th in the world (joint with Osaka, Japan). Liveability (2024): 9th in the world. Work-Life Balance (2023): 5th in the world. Best Cities (2025): 47th overall (ranking 3rd for air quality and 18th for nature and parks).