The Tasmanian racing industry lost an icon, and one of the sport’s true gentlemen, with the passing of Milton Pettit late last week. Milton was the official race caller in Hobart for 41 years and he held the course photography contract for over 60 years. Born in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Milton’s expertise in the caller’s…
Author: Jackie Farrelly
The Risk Factor – secure in retirement
Tuesday 18 April 2023
The Risk Factor stands in a sweeping, well-maintained property just outside Hobart. He is being groomed and doted on by his carer and namesake Kylie Risk, a former Olympian marathon runner, and neighbour and part owner, Gary Richards. Kylie’s attachment to the horse is evident, as she divides her time between Fred (as the horse…
2023 Cavalor Claiming Novice Drivers series
Friday 14 April 2023
Tasracing has today announced the drivers for the 2023 Cavalor Claiming Novice Drivers series, which will be conducted in Hobart on Brighton Cup night, Sunday, 23 April. The series, which sees 10 of the state’s best up-and-coming drivers participate in the four-race series, determines the overall winner by points accumulated in heats. Drivers selected for…
Pony Trots Launceston 8 April
Tuesday 11 April 2023
Pony trot action from Launceston on Easter Cup night.
2022 Harness Racing Award winners
Friday 7 April 2023
In addition to the announcement earlier in the week relating to winners of the 2022 Harness Racing Awards, Tasracing would like to announce the additional winners and congratulate their connections. 2022 Medical Edge Tasmanian 2YO Colt or Gelding of the Year TRIEDTOTELLYA 2022 Corporate Communications Tasmanian 3YO Colt or Gelding of the Year MICKEY OH…
Tasracing Chief Operating Officer appointment
Thursday 6 April 2023
Tasracing has appointed David Manshanden to the position of Chief Operating Officer. The current Racing Adviser to Racing Minister Madeleine Ogilvie, Dave will officially start in his new position with Tasracing next month (May). Tasracing CEO Andrew Jenkins said many industry participants would be familiar with Dave. “Those who know him would appreciate that he…