23 July meeting decision and Elwick track redevelopment update The decision to abandon the thoroughbred meeting at Elwick on Sunday 23 July generated some comment on our social media platforms and attracted traditional media interest. While the decision to abandon the meeting was obviously a disappointing one, it also confirmed the urgent need to upgrade…
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From the CEO’s Desk – June 2017
Thursday 8 June 2017Ricky Duggan milestone Tasmanian reinsman Ricky Duggan became just the second driver in Tasmanian racing history at the weekend to drive 1500 winners. He started Sunday night’s meeting in Hobart just two wins short of the impressive achievement – and reached the milestone on his fourth drive of the night. Ricky has been driving since…
From the CEO’s Desk – Greyhound straight track complete
Tuesday 16 May 2017Tasracing is delighted to announce the construction of the new greyhound straight track at Ulverstone is now complete and the track is operational. This was constructed to provide north west coast-based trainers with additional training facilities. The track replaces the old training track at Penguin after the land on which it was located was rezoned for…
From the CEO – Elwick track redevelopment
Friday 28 April 2017Earlier today (Friday 28 April 2017), Tasracing Chairman Dean Cooper announced that we have started work on initial site-specific surveys as part of our plans to replace the course proper at Luxbet Park Hobart (Elwick). Consultants have recently been engaged to undertake both geotechnical and topographical surveys that will provide relevant information for the construction…
From the CEO – Elwick track redevelopment
Friday 28 April 2017Earlier today (Friday 28 April 2017), Tasracing Chairman Dean Cooper announced that we have started work on initial site-specific surveys as part of our plans to replace the course proper at Luxbet Park Hobart (Elwick). Consultants have recently been engaged to undertake both geotechnical and topographical surveys that will provide relevant information for the construction…
FROM THE CEO’S DESK
Thursday 13 April 2017THURSDAY 13 APRIL 2017 Tasmania hosted its final thoroughbred night race meeting for the season last night in Launceston, delivering Tasmanian thoroughbred racing product to markets around the world. Tasmanian racing continues to be very popular among international audiences. This is demonstrated by continued demand for our racing from countries like Singapore, New Zealand, South…