FORMER talented apprentice Chantal Willis makes her comeback to race riding in Devonport on Sunday after almost two years out of the saddle. Willis, 26, encountered weight problems and other health issues that led to her giving the game away in June 2015. She bowed out with an impressive record of 34 wins and 82…
Beautide – Farewell to a Legend
Thursday 18 May 2017
By Jamie Cockshutt and Matt Jordan Whilst it was not a great surprise given his persistent injury issues, the announcement earlier this week that Tasmania’s most decorated racehorse in Beautide had been retired brought with it a mixture of emotions. The initial emotion was actually a tinge of disappointment that we will never get to see this great horse…
From the CEO’s Desk – Greyhound straight track complete
Tuesday 16 May 2017
Tasracing 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…
Shane Boon Fundraiser – Free Service to Caribbean Blaster
Thursday 11 May 2017
BOTRA Tasmania is conducting a raffle to raise funds to assist Shane Boon and his family. Shane was involved in a race fall at Devonport on Boxing Night last year. His recovery is slow and painful and he continues to face many health related challenges. BOTRA Tasmania has liaised with Shane regularly since the accident…
Greyhound Policy Manual amended
Wednesday 10 May 2017The Office of Racing Integrity has amended the Grading Schedule effective from 1 October 2015. The Grading Schedule is included in the Greyhound Policy Manual as an appendix and the policy manual has been updated accordingly. A copy of the Grading Schedule is available from the Club offices on raceday. The amended Grading Schedule can…
Race dates announced for 2017-18 season
Tuesday 9 May 2017
RACE dates for all three racing codes in Tasmania have been finalised for the 2017/18 racing season following extensive consultation with industry. The schedule provides for: No reduction in the number of race meetings – 65 thoroughbred meetings, 82 harness meetings and 161 greyhound meetings. Moving the Luxbet Hobart Cup back to its traditional Regatta…
