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Who is going to sign up for an 18 month job?

Based on the information at the time it was.

FFS all the industry’s funding comes from its main revenue source the TAB. Do you propose a levy/tax on all stakeholders to fund it instead?

Wasn't deleted just hidden. Thank you for your understanding.

What did you expect Elliot to say? I'm sure McNab would have disagreed. Yeah Na! Nothing in it like kissing the sister.

To those who wish to debate the recent RIB Judgement on the GRNZ Track Manager feel free to satisfy your needs on other Social Media and not BOAY. This Topic crosses the line with regard to BOAY's policy and because of the subject matter is likely to encourage further posts that do. But most importantly the issue has been dealt to and as it involves innocent parties and victims it will NOT be debated on BOAY. As I said feel free to gossip and eviscerate Greyhound Racing elsewhere.

WILL POWER LAD (D Cooper) - Dipped passing the 1100 metres. Shifted outwards when being steadied off the heels of TAP ‘N’ GO making contact with ZOULANDER near the 700 metres hampering that runner which was forced wider. D Cooper was shown a replay of this incident in the presence of the Apprentice Riding Mentor and advised he must make a better effort to restrain his mounts and not put his troubles onto other runners.

Unfortunately a race meeting would have to be abandoned after one race. Too much surface water. Unless King Canute did a deal with Moses.

I think you'll find the Rapahoe Beach is a bit stony. Although better elevated viewing facilities for the General Public than Riccarton or Trentham.

Evaporate scores Kiwi slot | RACING.COM www.racing.com Lindsay Park's Evaporate has been revealed as the fourth confirmed runner for the inaugural NZ Bloodstock Kiwi, taking Entain's slot in the Southern Hemisphere's richest three-year-old race. Bred at Little Avondale Stud, the son of Per Incanto is eligible for the race (worth $4.5 million including stakes and bonuses) through his New Zealand breeding and has earned his selection after a stunning second campaign. Evaporate won four races on end from early August through late September, including the Group 2 Stutt Stakes, before concluding his prep with a third in the G1 Caulfield Guineas and a luckless Cox Plate run. "We've searched through the history books and to have a placegetter in the Caulfield Guineas - a race that is one of the best three-year-old races on the Australian calendar and famous for launching stallion careers - head across the Tasman is a fantastic coup for the inaugural running of The NZB Kiwi," Entain Managing Director - New Zealand, Cameron Rodger said. "Evaporate is a shining example of the New Zealand thoroughbred being bred and foaled at the famous Little Avondale Stud on the outskirts of Masterton. He's already proven himself on the Australian stage and we're thrilled to have him back for such a massive day in New Zealand racing history. "With a strong following across the ditch, Evaporate's presence in The NZB Kiwi will ensure the Australasian focus on 8 March will be squarely set on Champions Day at Ellerslie." JD Hayes said he is thrilled to be flying the Australian flag for The Kiwi's inaugural edition and believes Evaporate has what it takes to be in the finish. "It’s an honour to be part of the first-ever running of The NZB Kiwi and we think we've got a very talented three-year-old to give this race a shake," Hayes said. "He was tremendous during the spring and has all the credentials to be a major player over the 1500m, which is in the same distance range as the Caulfield Guineas. "While he certainly is Kiwi-bred, we're proud to be adding some trans-Tasman flavour to this brand-new race." Evaporate is likely to trial later this month and run first-up in Victoria in February, before travelling to New Zealand for The Kiwi. He joins Damask Rose (Te Akau Racing), Domain Ace (Canterbury Jockey Club) and Sought After (Waikato Stud) as the race's confirmed runners to date. Trainer B. & W. & JD.Hayes Age 3YO Sex Gelding Colour Bay Prize Money $740,625 Last 5 11139 Career 10-4-2-1 9 – 9 M V 26 OCT 2024 2040m $21.00 3 – 11 CAUL 12 OCT 2024 1600m $17.00 1 – 8 M V 27 SEP 2024 1600m $3.80 1 – 8 M V 7 SEP 2024 1600m $2.90 1 – 9 M V 24 AUG 2024 1523m $6.50

Uh? Are you suggesting tbe 100's that do are just investors?

Sargent splurges on Secret sister www.racing.com John Sargent will train In Secret's sister, who set a new benchmark on the second day of the 2025 Magic Millions Gold Coast Yearling Sale. The filly, by I Am Invincible out of Eloping, was knocked down to the veteran trainer, whose winning bid of $2.3 million was fuelled by a partnership with Laguna Partnership's Ian Moses. Sargent explained that Moses is keen to establish a quality broodmare band and this filly will one day become one of its centrepieces. The $2.3m figure represents the most the Group 1-winning trainer has ever paid for a horse and is the highest-priced yearling at the halfway mark of the sale. "That's what you've got to pay for quality these days," Sargent said. "That's Aussie dollars too, not Kiwi dollars. "I bought her for a friend of mine in New Zealand that has started investing in some well-bred fillies to start a broodmare band. "She's the first one off the list and hopefully there will be more to come. "She's probably got a bit more scope than In Secret, this filly, and being a full to a Coolmore winner, it's great to get her in the stable." In Secret was retired by Godolphin in 2024 after a glittering 15-start career that yielded more than $5.5m in prizemoney courtesy of wins in the G1 Coolmore Stud Stakes and G1 Newmarket Handicap. WATCH: Sargent chats about his I Am Invincible x Eloping filly https://www.racing.com/news/2025-01-08/news-sales-sargent-splurges-on-secret-sister

It kind of reeks of the Bayliss era where NZ was going to be a Global Leader in Thoroughbred Racing.

You're starting to disappoint me @Huey I thought you were actually a racing follower. https://coolmore.com/stallions/kings-legacy

Come on @Huey you and @nomates would have to be in on this one at $30k? https://catalogue.magicmillions.com.au/lot/25GPR/265 Hell 10% is what you spend at the RSA each week!

If I'd seen Without A Fight walking before I put my bet on at odds to win the Caulfield Cup I would never have backed it. Backed up on the Melbourne Cup too.

Well if that was the test then Trentham may as well get rid of the shute!

Uh? So a horse that wins in North America has got automatic entry into a race in NZ that is raced 6 weeks later? Where are the quarantined training facilities?

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing and 1/ST Unveil Partnership to Elevate Global Thoroughbred Racing New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) is excited to announce a transformative partnership with 1/ST, the premier North American Thoroughbred racing, gaming and entertainment company. Known for its iconic venues, including Santa Anita Park (California) and Gulfstream Park (Florida), 1/ST is a leader in modernizing horse racing by blending live racing with innovative gaming, hospitality and lifestyle experiences. As leaders of world-class racing, hospitality and entertainment events, 1/ST is also committed to advancing racing’s global profile through cutting-edge technology and international collaboration. This partnership brings a unique opportunity to connect three prestigious racedays: Auckland Thoroughbred Racing’s Champions Day (March 8), alongside 1/ST’s Pegasus World Cup (January 25) and California Crown (September 27). This collaboration will introduce "Golden Ticket" pathways, offering the winning horses direct entry into marquee races including: From the Pegasus World Cup (25 January 2025) to Champions Day (8 March 2025): The US$500,000 Group 2 Pegasus World Cup Filly & Mare Turf (1600m) winner earns entry to the NZ$600,000 Group 1 World Pool New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m). The US$1,000,000 Group 1 Pegasus World Cup Turf (1800m) winner gains entry to the NZ$1,000,000 Group 1 Bonecrusher New Zealand Stakes (2000m). From Champions Day (8 March 2025) to California Crown (27 September 2025): The NZ$500,000 Rich Hill Stud Champion Middle Distance Series winner earns entry to the US$750,000 Group 1 California Crown John Henry Turf (2000m). The NZ$500,000 Sport Nation Champion Sprint Series winner earns entry to the US$750,000 Group 2 California Crown US$750,000 Eddie D Turf Sprint (1300m). To further enhance the partnership, NZTR and 1/ST will cover travel and freight costs for Golden Ticket-winning horses travelling internationally to compete in the respective countries. “This partnership marks an exciting milestone in showcasing New Zealand racing on the world stage,” commented Chief Operating Officer of NZTR, Darin Balcombe. “The Golden Ticket concept creates a unique pathway for international competition, enriching the experience for racing participants and fans alike.” Aidan Butler, President of 1/ST, added: “This partnership with NZTR exemplifies our commitment to elevating Thoroughbred racing globally. By linking these iconic racedays and supporting international competition, we’re looking to drive innovation, collaboration and global excitement in the sport.” Lachlan Fitt, Deputy CEO of Entain Australia and New Zealand, operators of the NZ TAB, also welcomed the announcement: “Congratulations to NZTR and 1/ST on reaching this exciting outcome. The partnership will continue the opportunity for NZ racing to be showcased to racing fans globally and is another new pathway for NZ racing participants to consider. And through our Trackside and Sport Nation media brands, we look forward to bringing the best of US racing to our wagering customers in NZ.” This partnership paves the way for significant growth in Thoroughbred racing across both regions, with both NZTR and 1/ST excited to build on this promising foundation moving forward. For more information about the partnership and Golden Ticket races, contact NZTR’s Head Handicapper Bruce Sherwin by emailing Bruce.Sherwin@nztr.co.nz. About The Stronach Group and 1/ST The Stronach Group is a world-class technology, entertainment and real estate development company with Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the core. The Stronach Group's 1/ST business (pronounced "First") is North America's preeminent Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering company and includes the 1/ST RACING & GAMING, 1/ST CONTENT, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY and 1/ST EXPERIENCE businesses, while advocating for and driving the 1/ST HORSE CARE mission. 1/ST represents The Stronach Group's continued movement toward redefining Thoroughbred racing and the ecosystem that drives it. 1/ST RACING & GAMING drives the best-in-class racing operations and gaming offerings at the company's premier racetracks and training centers including: Santa Anita Park and San Luis Rey Downs (California); Gulfstream Park – home of the Pegasus World Cup and Palm Meadows Thoroughbred Training Center (Florida); Laurel Park, The Preakness Stakes, Rosecroft Raceway and Bowie Training Center (Maryland). 1/ST CONTENT is the operating group for 1/ST's media and content companies including: Monarch Content Management, Elite, TSG Global Wagering Solutions (GWS) and XBTV. 1/ST TECHNOLOGY is racing's largest racing and gaming technology company offering world-class products via its AmTote, Xpressbet, 1/ST BET, XB SELECT, XB NET, PariMAX and Betmix brands. 1/ST EXPERIENCE blends the worlds of sports, entertainment and hospitality through innovative content development, elevated national and local venue management and hospitality, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and procurement development. 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Turf guru answers call to rescue Magic Millions day at the Gold Coast www.racenet.com.au – with Ben Dorries Evergreen Turf supremo Graeme Colless is no stranger to rescuing marquee events. In 2019, on the eve of the New Year's Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Colless and his team were parachuted in to bring the iconic venue's surface up to scratch after a series of U2 concerts in the lead up had left it in disrepair. And in 2022 they were at it again when front and centre in bringing a section of the Flemington track back from the brink following an act of vandalism during the Melbourne Cup carnival. • ‘Suspicious items' found near scene of Gold Coast track poisoning drama This week, Colless and his expert team are plying their trade on the Gold Coast in a bid to salvage Saturday's lucrative $14.5m Magic Millions meeting, following the much publicised poisoning of a section of the track surface which forced last week's meeting to be shifted to the Sunshine Coast. The damaged section of the Gold Coast track. Picture: Supplied And in the greatest endorsement yet, turf whisperer Colless, who answered an SOS call from Queensland officials at the weekend, has declared he is now "90 per cent confident" that the Gold Coast track would be fit to race on Saturday. Speaking to Racenet on Tuesday, Colless said the turf replacement had got to the point where jockeys would be able to test it in gallops on Thursday morning which will ultimately decide the future of the meeting. "Racing Queensland rang me on Friday evening and I had to get some of my staff back from holidays and fly in others from Melbourne," Colless said. • Barrier Draw: Dream turns to despair for Magic Millions favourite "There was also gear from all around Sydney that we needed to pick up, then we got up to the Gold Coast on Sunday and did an inspection. "We found some grass on the track that we are going to replace from the B-Grass onto the course proper and we have got specialised machines to do that. Mark Guest - Last 7 Days • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "The machines that we use for stadiums, they cut (turf) rolls of about nine square metres and then they are all hydraulically pushed over by another machine that we have got. "All things being equal, I am giving them a 90 per cent chance of racing at the Gold Coast on Saturday." Late on Tuesday, News Corp revealed that it had become increasingly likely that the track poisoning at the Gold Coast was a deliberate act by vandals. Suspicious items, including weed spray nozzles, along with footprints near a canal which adjoins the racecourse are said to be forming part of the Police investigation.

Cool. Which Grp 1 did you win?

@Huey DCE has bought 6 yearlings on day 1. You muat like one of them.

Well some Pet Vets are a bit like some GP's. Hooked by Big Pharma and isn't in their interests for your dog to be too well! A bit like my mates dog. Steroid cream, regular injections and a very expensive shampoo all to treat a skin condition. Didn't think that half the dogs problem was it was overweight and had circulation problems. But I didn't cancel my mate over it.

You quoted one year out of press release. Hardly scientific rigour. Might work in social sciences but not in the real world of science.

Explain this years "sharp spike" in deaths? I thought as a University researcher you wouldn't be prone to cherry picking statistics.