Tasracing has been advised of the DAPS’ intention to sell the Devonport Showgrounds site. CEO Paul Eriksson said Tasracing noted statements by DAPS that nothing would change in the first instance other than the ownership of the site, and that consultation with stakeholders would commence regarding future use. “While Tasracing is keen to work with…
Brighton Training Centre development
Thursday 14 March 2019This page is to provide information about infrastructure updates and development at the Brighton Training Centre. Meeting at Brighton Training Centre, Wednesday 23 January: report [PDF 3MB] Brighton Training Centre: off chute design A, off chute design B, off chute design C Brighton Pool Bridge concept designs
Tasracing CEO appointment
Wednesday 13 March 201913 March 2019 Elise Archer, Minister for Racing I am pleased to announce the Tasracing board has appointed Mr Paul Eriksson to the position of Chief Executive Officer of Tasracing. Mr Eriksson has extensive leadership and financial management experience in a number of roles, including as General Manager- Finance and IT for Racing NSW and…
Hobart track redevelopment progress
Wednesday 13 March 2019In February 2019 work on the Hobart thoroughbred track redevelopment commenced. Here is the first update from Track Manager Sam Webster on the progress so far. Updates will be provided monthly through the year with the expected completion date set for early 2020.
Queensland tops National Apprentice Race Series after Launceston round
Sunday 10 March 2019
QUEENSLAND emerged with the top points after the first round of the National Apprentice Race Series in Launceston on Saturday night. This year’s NARS will again feature some of the nation’s most promising apprentice riders and Saturday night’s offerings delivered the desired result for the series. The two races that featured apprentices only were keen…
Apprentice jockey series comes to Tasmania
Wednesday 6 March 2019The Tasmanian leg of the National Apprentice Race Series (NARS), Australia’s premier competition for apprentice jockeys, will be held in Launceston on Saturday night (9 March 2019). First run in 2008, the series brings together apprentice jockeys from across Australia to represent the state in which they are registered to ride. Points are awarded to…
