Happy Sunrise

Thanks, schultzy.

Fynn Frost was a good bet today even at the shorter odds.

Don't seem too bad. Hardly life bans at this stage - I doubt 'industry sanctions' will be harsh. Pretty light really in comparison to what some get fined for non-descript drug charges here. Maybe there is hope for those in the dock next week. Guilty verdicts in Australian harness race-fixing scandal One of Australia's premier harness racing drivers has been fined A$20,000 (NZ$21,746) and faces industry sanctions after being found guilty of race-fixing. Nathan Jack, who finished third on the Victorian Drivers Premiership in the just-completed season with 149 winners, was one of three people found guilty in the Wodonga Magistrates' Court on Friday, two years after they were arrested. Fellow driver Mark Pitt was fined A$15,000 (NZ$16,309) and a third driver Lisa Bartley was fined A$5,000 (NZ$5436) after also being found guilty and all three were immediately suspended by Harness Racing Victoria (HRV). The trio were found guilty of engaging in conduct that corrupts or would corrupt the betting outcome of an event or event contingency. The guilty verdict comes as New Zealand Police continue their investigations as part of Operation Inca – a 17-month investigation which culminated in raids on 17 properties in Canterbury, Manawatū and Invercargill that lead to 10 people being arrested last week. The charges related to a race run at Cobram in June of 2015 and the training arrangements of race winner Airbournemagic leading up to the event. "In light of the parties being found guilty, Mr Jack, Mr Pitt and Ms Bartley have had all harness racing licences suspended," said HRV in a statement. "Horses owned by them are prevented from racing or trialing and all three have been excluded from attending any Victorian racecourse. "These restrictions were imposed immediately pending submissions being provided as to why these embargoes should not remain in place until the completion of a HRV investigation." Pitt is best known as the former driver and trainer of champion filly Shez All Rock, with whom he won this year's New South Wales Oaks and Victorian Oaks. She was subsequently sold to US-based Kiwi Chris Ryder and joined Mark Purdon and Natalie Rasmussen's Christchurch stable, going on to win her two New Zealand starts in the New Zealand Oaks and Harness Jewels three-year-old Diamond. - NZ Harness News

Ask Brodie, he will know, as he is always on the money ?

That is 3 wins now Brodie!! The River runneth over!

Always a good feeling when one keeps the faith ?

Is there enough money to go round?

Because apart from Cup Day there is nearly nothing for the mainstream media to report on. They only want to do sensational or feel-good stories which happen to be few and far between. If it isn't a kiwi excelling in the USA or a trotter retiring after having its millionth start then it isn't worth turning up for.

You are doing a mighty job. Good to see you reporting responsibly on a matter that could get really get out of control. Shortly? Do I have to stay up past 10pm?

FUNNY.

You are so brave, Kakama.

No ecstasy required.

You sound like Brodie. Never forget that.

Give your view rather than attack Brodie. What do you think of the article!

The worst post ever made on the harness site on RC. Nowhere in the thread about did Brodie slander the Dunns'. In fact, he supported them. Talk about a blind rhino leading a charge into the darkness.

That is not fair. and my comment? He obviously learnt a bit more than required.

I think it is the safest time to have a bet in New Zealand harness racing history!

And I was looking forward to Methven..... ?

Another race in question according to Garrick Knight.

John Dunn and Blair Orange not driving Friday

Does anyone want to come? Should be a great night. Prices are a bit steep but we will fix you up any way you want.

A mid-winter harness race in Nelson is at the centre of a police inquiry into alleged match-fixing - with allegations at least one of the drivers manipulated the result. Charges have been laid in relation to Race 11 at Nelson on June 8, which was won by Storm Prince, driven by champion driver Blair Orange. Another driver in the event has been charged with manipulating the result of the race - and causing losses to the betting public and other race participants. The charge is laid under the Crimes Act and carries a maximum penalty of up to seven years in prison. That driver's horse was considered one of the pre-race favourites - he has been accused by police of not attempting to win. That driver is due to appear in the Christchurch District Court this afternoon. He is also charged with possessing the Class B drug MDMA for supply and with supplying Class B drugs (MDMA). There were 11 horses in the race, part of a two-day Nelson racing carnival in June. Seven people charged today after police raids Seven people have been charged in relation to a police inquiry into allegations of race-fixing and corruption in the harness racing industry. A 26-year-old man is due to appear in Christchurch District Court today on charges of deception by match-fixing, possessing Class B drugs for supply, and supplying Class B drugs. Four men, aged 34, 40, 41 and 44, are due to appear in Christchurch District Court next week on match-fixing charges. A 41-year-old woman was also due to appear the same day on two counts of supplying Class B drugs. A 27-year-old man has been charged with deception by match-fixing and is due to appear in Palmerston North District Court next week. The charges follow raids at 10 stables yesterday in Canterbury, Manawatu and Invercargill. The police investigation was sparked by information passed to police by the Racing Integrity Unit as early as April last year and police have tapped phones and checked text messages as part of the investigation. Racing Minister Winston Peters said yesterday: "This is a sad development. New Zealanders need to have confidence that the racing industry has integrity and is not above the law." Police executed search warrants yesterday at eight properties in Christchurch, one in Manawatū and one in Invercargill. Detective Superintendent Tim Anderson said the searches were the result of a long-running investigation into alleged corruption in the harness racing industry. The Herald understands the investigations are into alleged race fixing involving up to four stables - with the possibility of collusion to effect the outcome of races for either gambling profit or to earn stake money. He said the investigation began with information supplied by the Racing Integrity Unit. "Police have been working in partnership with the RIU and other relevant organisations throughout the investigation." The investigation was ongoing and police expected to provide further details in the coming days, Anderson said. New Zealand Racing Board chairwoman Glenda Hughes said allegations of race-fixing were disappointing but showed "the racing integrity system is working". "The actions taken today resulted from information received by the Racing Integrity Unit [RIU], an independent body charged with maintaining integrity in the sport," she said. "That information initiated a co-ordinated and careful investigation between NZ Police and the RIU. "The value of having an independent integrity body focused on investigating and prosecuting any alleged impropriety is reinforced in this action." Racing Board CEO John Allen said: "Those involved in the industry and the Kiwi punters who support it must have confidence in the integrity of the sport. "I am confident that our integrity systems work and that where alleged breaches of our rules and of criminal law are identified, they are investigated and prosecuted appropriately."

Jewels debacle on float and 2 stablehands get the sack. Hypocritical now.