TASMANIA will host the 2021 Australia Female Drivers Championship in Launceston next month with some of the nation’s most talented reinswomen set to compete for their respective states. Two drivers from each state will contest a series of heats on a 10-race program with the winners determined on a point-score basis. Victoria’s representatives, Kate Gath…
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Tasmanian Next Generation Racing Committee EOI
Thursday 11 February 2021
The Tasmanian racing industry either directly or indirectly employs over 5,000 people and produces over $100 million in economic activity. Racing people are passionate and the Next Generation Racing Committee (NGRC) is being established to shape the future of racing by those who will be around the longest to enjoy it. If you’re under the…
Who will be crowned Tasmania’s best pacer for 2019-2020 season?
Thursday 11 February 2021
Ryley Major kicked off the season in fine style winning the Group 2 Tasmania Cup and Group 3 Tassie Golden Apple, while Ignatius tasted success on multiple occasions at Menangle early in the season before returning to Tasmania later in the year to win a further three races including the Danbury Park Cup, while The…
Further boost to Tasmanian Harness Yearling Sale
Tuesday 9 February 2021
By Peter Wharton The results of racing over the weekend has given the 2021 Tasmanian Harness Yearling Sale, to be held at Carrick Park on Saturday, a timely boost. Former USA 3YO Colt of the Year and world champion Betting Line 3, 1:47.4 ($2.2 million), who is represented by three yearlings in the sale, produced…
Greyhounds Australia to release new website
Tuesday 9 February 2021
Greyhounds Australasia will launch their new website on Wednesday 17 February 2021 with: A simpler look and feel [Current GA address will remain: galtd.org.au] Easier navigation and layout. Improved participant online experience. A streamlined payment process will be available on the GA Website (PDF forms will still remain available on the website for participants to…
Meet Tassie’s 2021 Team Teal Ambassadors
Monday 1 February 2021Samantha Gangell The Tasmanian Team Teal ambassador for 2021 is Samantha Gangell. Sam is a 22 year old part time trainer/driver. Currently Sam has a small team of three that she trains and attempts to drive at every meeting for the Ben Yole stable. When she is not in the sulky or stables, Sam works…