THE following is an initiative proposed by Harness Racing Australia, supposedly for â industry consultationâ.
This in itself, would be a novelty given the âconsultative processâ which we were told preceded the adoption of the horrendous âratingsâ handicapping system with which we are now saddled.
Australian breeders are set to benefit with a prizemoney injection of more than $2m into new racing opportunities for Australian bred horses which will lift the industry to new heights.
The Harness Racing Australia (HRA) Executive is proposing the immediate introduction of a new Stallion Levy which will raise the critical funds to promote, improve and support the harness racing industry.
10th Apr 2021 6:30 AM
TROT TACTICS EASTER has come and gone for another year. No final figures are available at this point for the Easter Sunday Fun Day trot meeting. However, Marburg Pacing Association president Scott Neaves and his committee of hardworking volunteers thank the families and trots patrons who braved the damp and threatening weather conditions to enjoy a great day s racing. The crowd appeared to be a fairly even mix of new and regular faces which makes the Marburg crew believe that they, and their harness racing product, are beginning to be seen as a great entertainment and value for money operation in the Greater Ipswich footprint.
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ALL roads lead to Marburg on Sunday. Take a break from the rush of Christmas preparations to enjoy an afternoon at the Marburg trots. Nine action packed harness races are on the 700 metre Showground track, where you can pick out your runner as they go down the back straight. A new TAB facility is open for the first time. Regular bookmaker Steven Anthony will field on the locals and the popular funny money bookie for all those who like a flutter but can t afford to lose cold cash. Pick The card is in operation on the last seven races with $2000 (share basis) for any top tipsters.