Trots

The point I was making was that in the past we have seen a lot of stake money put up, and the usual line you see on social media is, they could have put up half that amount and still got the same field. Well this time, I don't think that applies.  Good money attracting good fields. The only exception being the Railway, where the first 5 from the Telegraph are absent, which is disappointing

I doubt the amount of rain forecast will have much effect on that track, certainly no worse than a slow 5 or 6.

The biggest thing the TAB is doing wrong if they are looking at increasing turnover is RESTRICTING THE AMOUNT THAT PUNTERS ARE ABLE TO WAGER!!!!!!!K TAB, if you want better turnover, ALLOW PUNTERS TO WAGER!!! Geez, it is such a stupid policy they operate under. Someone has a bet that I do not consider large and they slash the crap out of the fixed odd so that no one else bets on it? They just do not seem to have the business smarts! It is going to get worse for them unless they have someone who knows how to operate a successful business!

Geez and I thought you had given up or passed.

Based on the search results, Auckland has had significant recent rain and more is on the way. This situation may affect the track conditions at Ellerslie for Saturday's meeting. ### 📊 Recent and Forecasted Rainfall Here is a breakdown of recent rainfall and the forecast for the coming days: | **Date** | **Rainfall** | **Notes** | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Jan 5 - Jan 20** | 91.0 mm (3.582 inches) | Total for this period | | **Jan 20** | 47.6 mm (1.873 inches) | The wettest single day in the period | | **Today (Jan 21)** | 72.8 mm (Forecast) | Forecast indicates **"Heavy Rain"** | | **Jan 22** | 3.8 mm (Forecast) | Patchy rain possible | | **Jan 23 & 24** | 2.1 - 4.6 mm (Forecast) | Patchy rain possible | **Important Note on Forecasts**: The weather details for January 21-24 come from a single forecast source. Weather conditions can change quickly, especially in summer. ### 🏇 About the Ellerslie Racecourse Track The track at Ellerslie has undergone a major renovation and now features a modern **StrathAyr surface**. Discussions among racing experts highlight two key technical points about this new track: *   **High Drainage Capacity**: The sand-based track is designed to drain water very quickly. Comparisons are made to international tracks that can handle over 100mm of rain in an hour. *   **Water Recovery System**: A large storage pond collects rainwater that drains off the track. This water is then used for irrigation to maintain optimal conditions. ### 🔍 How to Get the Latest Information For making decisions, I recommend checking these official sources closer to race day: *   **Racecourse Updates**: For official track condition ratings (e.g., Heavy, Slow, Good), check the **Auckland Thoroughbred Racing** or **New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing** websites. They provide the most authoritative information on whether racing will proceed and what the track will be like. *   **Latest Weather Forecast**: For the most current and reliable forecast, use New Zealand's official meteorological service, **MetService**. They provide detailed, location-specific forecasts and severe weather warnings. ### 💎 Summary and Suggestions In short, there has been substantial rain recently, with a forecast for significant additional rain today. The new track at Ellerslie is engineered to handle heavy rain, but the total rainfall may still impact conditions. As Saturday approaches, I suggest keeping an eye on official track condition reports from the racing bodies and the latest forecasts from MetService to get a complete picture. I hope this information helps you prepare for the race meeting. Would you like me to look for the official contact details for Auckland Thoroughbred Racing to check for updates?