Greyhound Monthly Victoria - Issue 27

ISSUE 27 MAY 2018

Featured Inside

Werri-Bees On Fire

Muzzles to be removed for pets

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Finish on lure a saviour

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National Adoption Day

CONTENTS

ISSUE 27 MAY 2018

Aston Dee Bee recorded the second fastest time (29.182sec) over 515m at Sandown Park during the first four months of 2018.

3 CEO’S UPDATE 4 - 23 ARTICLES Code of Practice Will Come Into Effect In 2020 GRV And Councils Discuss Planning Rules For Greyhound Facilities Muzzles To Be Removed And Greyhound Welfare To Be Improved GRV’s CEO Has Contract Extended To 2020 Racing Reference Group Update Werri-bees On Fire

Flame A Flores Family Treasure Free Entry At Warragul Handling Debut Handled Perfectly Miles Of Smiles And Easter Fun Tipping Competition - Who Will Be Top Dog In 2018?

Latest Litters & Misses Don’t Wait – Apply For DNA Today!

Fun Of The Chase Starts Early

No Magic Here

Breeding Reference Group Update

Rippin’ Night for Fernando

GRV Vic Bred Series

Victoria Leads The Way With An Exciting Racing Program

ICG Consulted On Breeding Containment Strategy

National Adoption Day – Many Dogs And Many People

Free Trials At The Meadows

GOTBA News

First-time Courser Returns To The Circle And Goes Ka-Pow!

Greyhound Quiz

Upcoming Coursing Events

Shepparton Club Hosts Its Best Head To Head Racing To Light Up Sandown Park

New Aged Prize Money Meetings To Increase Opportunities

24 - 29 RACING CALENDAR 30 - 33

Professional Standards & Integrity Report GAP Testing Dates Animal Welfare Report Greyhound Recovery Initiative Racing Injury Working Party

34 - 35 DIRECTORY & TRIAL INFORMATION The information in this publication is correct at time of printing Cover: The Werribee Football Club with their greyhound Bees On Fire. Picture by Clint Anderson.

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Final night

wednesday 2 may First prize: $47,000

2018 GROUP 2 - 450 METRES

WARRNAMBOOL CUP box greyhound

trainer

tab odds

Lightning Frank

Mathew Wright, Allansford

Aston Dinnigan

Paul Abela, Parwan

$4.60 $15

Jimmy Newob

Kelvyn Greenough, Pearcedale

$3.50

Aston Duke

Seona Thompson, Pearcedale

$8

Striker Light

Brett Bravo, Lovely Banks

$3.50

Black Mumbo

Anthony Karabitsakos, Keysborough

$12

Zipping Captain

Steven Collins, Lara

$26

Zoom Out

Michelle Mallia-Magri, Avalon

$5

Burn Like Fire

Ashlee Terry, Cranbourne South

$5

Raw Ability

Anthony Azzopardi, Myrniong

$4

*Odds as at 26 April, 2018

Other features on Warrnambool Cup night:

Other features on Warrnambool Cup night: Stan Lake Memorial 450m (VICGREYS); GDR Special Event 650m; Special Event 390m; GRV VIC BRED 450m Heats (1-4 wins)

CEO’s Update

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elcome to the May edition of Greyhound Monthly Victoria. A major development in April was the release of the final version of the Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds, developed by the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) and which is posted at agriculture.vic.gov.au/pets/dogs/ greyhounds/code-of-practice.

All people keeping racing greyhounds are required to be compliant with the Code and its provisions from 1 January, 2020 which gives us 20 months to make compliance as simple and easy as possible for current and new participants.

The Victorian Greyhound Clubs Association and GOTBA have worked very closely with DEDJTR to make the Code as workable as possible for all involved in the industry, as have many participants and clubs. It is imperative for the future of our sport and our commitment to stakeholders and members that participants have as much information and support as possible as they prepare to become complaint with the new Code.

As the sport’s regulator, Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) will work together with the State Government, Victorian Greyhound Racing Clubs, members and stakeholders to help make compliance as simple and easy as possible for participants and new people joining the sport. Over the next few months, GRV will be developing support materials for participants such as plan templates, ready reckoners, fact sheets and other information.

GRV has created a Code specific web page at greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/state-governmentupdate-to-the-code-of-practice-for-the-keepingof-racing-greyhounds. The site contains news and information, including plain English FAQs, that will be updated regularly in response to industry enquiries. GRV is now also examining the new code to develop its regulatory approach and to ensure FastTrack will be fully upgraded to handle Code reporting requirements.

Speaking of planning for the sport’s future, I am pleased to note that the Breeding and Racing Reference Groups have now developed agendas on key issues and you can read more about their work in this edition of the Monthly. The Reference Groups will play a major role in building industry consensus for factors that will drive the sport’s future growth and I encourage you to contact them if you have any issues you think should be raised.

Turning now to the future of retired greyhounds, every Australian state took part in the first ever GAP National Adoption Day on Sunday 29 April, except for Tasmania, which held its day on 28 April. The Day saw 212 greyhounds find new homes including 68 at The Meadows.

In other news, you may be aware, the Warragul race meeting on 5 April was cancelled at the last minute after the stewards decided the new kennels were unsuitable in their current condition for kennelling greyhounds. This was due to issues with the commissioning process for infrastructure works and for which GRV takes full responsibility. We are now working to ensure these issues do not arise again and that Club communications are as effective and timely as possible.

On the track, May will offer plenty of action with the Warrnambool Cup on Wednesday 2 May, a very popular meeting that brings greyhound racing together with its sister code, thoroughbred racing, followed by the Speed Star night on 10 May and Sandown Cup on 24 May. And, finally, I would like to remind you that the 2018 coursing season is now underway in Victoria and with a significant boost in prize money this year, now up to over $167,000. There’s never been a better time to catch on to coursing, which offers a great day out and a fine introduction to the sport at literally the grassroots level.

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The Government has also announced that the muzzle will no longer be required for retired greyhounds from 1 January, 2019. GRV is committed to the ‘Green Collar’ as it provides the community with positive assurance and confidence. This follows a review of muzzling requirements by DEDJTR, for which GRV and other key stakeholders provided input.

It’s important to note that the Government has amended the Code substantially since the Draft version, responding to input from the industry and others. This reflects their unequivocal and ongoing support for the sport, including substantial funding and regular attendance at our tracks by the Premier, Deputy Premier, Minister for Racing and Shadow Ministers. And the sport has also received strong support from the State Opposition and various local members.

Alan Clayton Chief Executive Officer Greyhound Racing Victoria

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Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds will come into effect in 2020

By Ian Haberfield

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he Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources has released the final version of the Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing

GRV Chief Executive Officer Alan Clayton said release of the Code would bring greater certainty for participants and industry investment.

“GRV looks forward to working with the Victorian Greyhound Racing Clubs Association, GOTBA, all 13 clubs, and other key stakeholders to ensure all participants understand and comply with the Code,” Mr Clayton said.

“Once we have all had an opportunity to absorb the Code, GRV and key stakeholders will outline what support and assistance we can provide in making compliance as simple and easy as possible for participants and new people joining the sport.

“It’s important to note that the Code does not come into effect until 1 January 2020 which gives everyone 20 months to meet their obligations.”

A dedicated GRV web page has been set up for all things Code-related: greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/state-governmentupdate-to-the-code-of-practice-for-the-keeping-of-racinggreyhounds

To view the new Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds visit:

agriculture.vic.gov.au/pets/dogs/greyhounds/code-of-practice

GRV & councils discuss planning rules for greyhound facilities

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Greyhounds.

GRV met with representatives from Victorian local councils recently to discuss the State Government’s planning requirements for greyhound facilities.

provisions. She also outlined the support and guidance that GRV and clubs were developing for participants undertaking application process.

GRV’s General Counsel, Terrie Benfield, met with members of the Victorian Planning Enforcement Officers Association in March to discuss the new Statewide Planning Scheme “Planning requirements for racing dog keeping and training” which came into effect in August 2017.

“It was a great opportunity to present to such a large number of planning enforcement officers from Councils across Victoria,” she said.

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Ms Benfield said the presentation to the group was an opportunity to improve local council awareness and familiarity with the new

By Suzanne McKenzie

“They took the opportunity to ask questions about common planning issues they were seeing in their local areas and to learn more about the sport and its participants. The audience was engaged and seemed better informed and appreciative of the guidance.”

Muzzles to be removed and greyhound welfare to be improved

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on-racing greyhounds will no longer be required to be muzzled in public under reforms announced on 23 April by the Victorian Government.

From 1 January 2019, non-racing greyhounds won’t need a muzzle in public, but will still need to be leashed.

The announcement came on the same day as the Victorian Government released the final Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds.

2015 live baiting scandal.

More than 1,300 public submissions were received and thoroughly considered in developing the Code, which reflects the importance of exposing puppies to certain activities during the 3-16 week critical socialisation period and includes a pathway for retiring greyhounds to prepare for rehoming.

“The new Code will boost welfare for greyhounds at every stage of life,” announced Minister for Agriculture, Jaala Pulford.

The new Code sets minimum standards that provide flexibility to greyhound industry participants, while prioritising the ongoing welfare of racing greyhounds.

“We’re striking the right balance between welfare for racing greyhounds, a strong industry and dogs that are well suited to become much loved pets in their retirement.”

Both decisions were made following extensive consultation with industry and the community.

Minister for Racing Martin Pakula agreed that the new Code of Practice would benefit the greyhound racing’s number one stakeholder, the greyhound itself.

The new Code was a key recommendation from Victoria’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Charles Milne, in his report Investigation into animal welfare and cruelty in the Victorian greyhound industry.

The report is one of two detailed investigations resulting in 68 recommendations to Government and industry following the

“We’re ensuring animal welfare is a top priority so that the greyhound racing industry continues to thrive.”

The Government also announced that the Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds will be enforced by Greyhound Racing Victoria.

Alan Clayton with Elly Wicks at a Greyhound Community Day at The Meadows.

Photo by: Clint Anderson

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GRV’s CEO has contract extended to 2020

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he Board of Greyhound Racing Victoria has, with the endorsement of the Minister for Racing, extended the contract of Chief Executive Officer Alan Clayton to June 2020.

GRV Board Chair Bernie Carolan said the decision to extend Mr Clayton’s contract was an easy one for the Board given his achievements since taking on the CEO role in August 2015.

“Alan joined GRV during a turbulent period for greyhound racing and has led the way in meeting all GRV’s obligations from the Milne and Perna reports, restabilising the sport and transforming GRV,” Mr Carolan said.

“Alan has worked closely with GRV staff, our clubs, participants and key stakeholders to ensure greyhound racing in Victoria is best placed to have a long and successful future.

“Under Alan’s leadership, rehoming is at record levels, animal welfare is the priority of all and integrity has become entrenched in our organisation. At the same time we have more events than ever before, we are investing in Club facilities and wagering on our sport continues to grow.

“The Board looks forward to continuing to work with Alan as we lead GRV and the industry to a secure and long term future.”

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By Louise Martin

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RACING REFERENCE GROUP UPDATE

By Molly Haines

The Racing Reference Group’s (RRG) second meeting was focussed on racing and trialling lures and possible designs.

The RRG discussed many options for potential racing lure arms and lures with the below three designs being drawn up. All designs have been suggested with the aim of encouraging greyhounds to chase, reducing interference in races and overall safety for greyhounds.

“The Hoop Arm was originally introduced as a safety feature for greyhounds who fell during a race and run back towards the lure. All 13 Clubs now have a breaking system installed which alleviates the need for a Hoop Arm Lure.”

Grading, mandatory performance trials, catching pen designs and operations as well as a continued discussion on lure designs will be discussed at the next RRG meeting on Tuesday 8 May.

“We are excited to trial the suggested arms, and from there we will assess how the arms perform in relation to all of the key metrics including, interference, racing injuries and incidents,” Acting General Manager Racing, Scott Robins said.

Racing Reference Group Chair: Scott Robins

David Geall

(Acting GM - Racing)

James Van de Maat

Members:

Brian Parkinson

Marg Long

Kate Gorman

Mick Floyd

GRV:

- no hoop

Cynthia O’Brien

Alan Clayton

- thinner arm

Stan Ralph

Glenn Fish

- positioned closer to the ground

Geoff Miles

The following suggestions were taken into consideration during the design process;

- additional lures - lengths ranging from 1 metre to 1.8 metres

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- squeaker positioned to maximise noise

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- retractable arm

*The new lure designs drawn up by the Racing Reference Group.

1.2m

0.5m

1.5m

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0.5m

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1.8m

0.5m

Bees On Fire joins the team in doing some stretches.

Bees On Fire

prize money ambitions

Werri-bees on fire

Donation to Werribee FC

$15k

Donation to MND research

$10k

Club function

Current Total

$5k

$825

By Molly Haines

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he Werribee Football Club is taking a fresh approach to team bonding having purchased their very own racing greyhound.

A number of past and present players and officials joined wallets to purchase a greyhound, who they appropriately named Bees On Fire.

was able to help us raise more funds to support this wonderful cause,” McMaster said.

The Bees On Fire Syndicate have been hands on with their athlete since making their purchase, visiting him at the kennels, watching him trial and watching him as a group at Geelong in his fourth and most recent start on April 27.

“My goal was to find a common interest the club could bond over – an interest outside of football because they live and breathe it,” Werribee Football Club Past and Present Players and Officials Co-ordinator, Michael McMaster said.

Before the club decided to purchase Bees On Fire through McMaster’s friend and greyhound trainer Jeff Britton, the club had a retirement plan for the greyhound.

At just 26 months of age, Bees On Fire has had a handful of starts, including a win in his second ever race at Bendigo on 2 April.

“Everyone has really got around the dog. There is plenty of dialogue around him on our Facebook group chat which is really healthy for everyone involved,” McMaster said.

Although in the early stages of his career, the Syndicate have a plan on how they would like to spend Bees On Fire’s prize money should it accumulate at a reasonable rate. This includes a function for all involved with the greyhound and a donation towards research into Motor Neurone Disease in support of one of the Werribee Football Club’s most famous former players.

“Neale Daniher was a past player of the Werribee Football Club and we have been involved with his fundraising initiative ‘Daniher’s Drive’ in the past. It would be great if Bees On Fire

Bees On Fire with (from left) Darren Hellman (WFC Development Manager), Michael McMaster (WBF Past and Present Players and Officials Co-ordinator) and Michael Sodomaco (WFC Captain), holding Bees On Fire’s official membership certificate.

Bees On Fire observing training.

Photos by: Clint Anderson.

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“The boys were so excited after he won his first race – the race was at 11.56am and the pub wouldn’t open their doors, so a big group of them watched Bees On Fire through the pub window.

The video of everyone celebrating is priceless,” McMaster said.

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“It was really important to everyone that our greyhound had a home to go to when his racing career finished. I was more than happy to put my hand up to do the honours and I have had plenty of people offering their dog sitting services too,” McMaster said.

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Horsham Cup placegetter Gregorovitch has been a beneficiary of the finish on lure (inset).

No magic here

By Molly Haines

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uckley trainer Ian Cockerell says six of his greyhounds would have been racing in New Zealand or retired if it wasn’t for the Finish on Lure (FOL) at Geelong.

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“I wasn’t always a believer in the Finish on Lure system, but we had nothing to lose by trying with our Barcia Bale x Bathilda Bagshot litter and it has turned out to be our saviour,” Ian Cockerell said.

Gregorovitch, who is one of the Barcia Bale x Bathilda Bagshot litter booked to fly to New Zealand following two marring offences, is just one example of what the FOL has done for this litter.

“The introduction of the Finish in Lure to the Inside track is something that I am really eager for. Gregorovitch doesn’t perform on the circle tracks (Sandown) but can run 500 and I think it’s because he knows he is going into the Catching Pen.” “Racing Gregorovitch on the inside track will hopefully mean I can start targeting races in the city with him.”

“I am not saying that the Finish on Lure should be at every track – I don’t think that is the case at all, but I do think that giving trainers options in Victoria will mean dogs will stay here,” Cockerell said.

Cockerell’s steps to targeting feature races using the FOL STEP

Trial/race

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SOLO trial at Geelong on the FOL.

“Running your greyhound onto the Finish on Lure on their own for the first time means they can gain confidence on the lure without interference from other greyhounds,” Cockerell said.

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Half field trial under race conditions at Geelong on FOL.

“Teaching your greyhounds how to finish on a lure with other greyhounds is vital step, a half field trial is a great way to do this because there are usually no more than four dogs in a field,” Cockerell said.

“There was six weeks of preparation to get Gregorovitch to the Horsham Cup heats,” Cockerell Said.

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Race at Geelong on FOL on Friday 9 February 2018.

Gregorovitch won first start on FOL in 25.69sec (BON 25.64sec)

“The reward at the end of a race is why I think the Finish on Lure has helped Gregorovitch and the rest of his litter. I’m not saying that the finish on has solved my problems at all, but there is no doubt it is the reason I still have Gregorovitch in the kennels.”

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Race at Geelong on FOL on Friday 16 February 2018.

Gregorovitch finished third next up in 26.07sec (BON 25.66sec)

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Trial at Horsham on the arm.

“Making sure your greyhound is familiar with a track is really important when dealing with a dog that has a history of not chasing.”

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Race at Horsham in the Horsham Cup heats into Catching Pen on Friday 2 March 2018.

Finished second in 27.51sec (BON 27.06sec)

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Trial over 400m at Geelong onto the FOL.

“Taking Gregorovitch back to trial on the Finish on Lure was a reward for his efforts at Horsham,” Cockerell said.

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Race in the Horsham Cup on Saturday 10 March 2018.

Finished third in the Group Two Horsham Cup in a time of 27.39sec (BON 27.07sec)

Cockerell understands that the FOL isn’t for everyone but urges anyone who has a dog that isn’t chasing 100 percent to try the system, but it isn’t as simple as just nominating.

“You can’t just throw a greyhound in a Finish on Lure race without preparing it because it is a different type of racing,” Cockerell said.

Cockerell believes that moving forward we need three types of racing to get the best out of our greyhounds; Traditional (Catching Pen races), Coursing and Finish on Lure.

In the 2018 Horsham Cup series, Gregorovitch finished second in his heat and gained a start as a reserve in the Cup where he finished third – a $6,650 reward for effort.

Cockerell shares his suggested steps in targeting feature races with ‘iffy’ greyhounds, using the program he planned for Gregorovitch in the lead up to the Horsham Cup. Cockerell stresses the importance of returning to the FOL system regularly for greyhounds like Gregorovitch. Having made the mistake heading straight to Sandown following the Horsham Cup series and receiving a 28 day stand down for failing to pursue the lure with due commitment.

Rippin’ night for Fernando

Rippin' Sam with co-trainer Brendan Pursell.

Photo by: Clint Anderson.

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ictorian stayer Rippin’ Sam did what he does best at Cannington on 21 April, coming from 15 lengths in arrears to take out the Group One Sky Racing Galaxy (715m) for training duo Robert Britton and Brendan Pursell.

The son of Fernando Bale and Tears Siam kicked off a big night for his sire, who also produced the Group One Sky Racing Perth Cup winner, local greyhound Trouper Monelli.

“I wasn’t surprised by his performance. Even during the race when he got so far back, I was pretty confident because I know how good his last section is,” Britton said.

The Britton camp also claimed the Group Three Perth Cup Consolation (520m) with young talent Benali on Greyhounds

Geelong Greyhound Racing Club

Inside distances: 520m and 596m | Outside distances: 400m, 460m and 680m

The success of Victorian-trained greyhounds on the interstate feature racing circuit also extended to Queensland in April, with the newly purchased She’s Gifted claiming the Group Two Futurity (520m) for Lara trainer Deborah Coleman on 12 April at Albion Park.

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On both the Inside and Outside tracks at the

Although victory in the Perth Cup didn’t fall Victoria’s way, Up Hill Jill continued her fine form finishing second, while Hecton Bale and Striker Light rounded out the minor placings in the $213,000 feature.

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GREYHOUND TRAINERS ARE ADVISED THAT THE FINISH ON LURE WILL NOW BE USED EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY

WA’s night of nights. The Noel Mugavin-bred Benali followed in the footsteps of his dam Born Ali, who won the 2014 Group One Galaxy.

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Victoria leads the way with an exciting racing program

By Suzanne McKenzie

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reyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) has announced an exciting program of greyhound racing for the 2018–19 racing year, with 1192 race meetings and $47 million in prizemoney up for grabs.

Carnival will be held at The Meadows in February-March 2019, featuring $1.3 million in prize money and five Group 1s – the Temlee, Rookie Rebel, Zoom Top, Australian Cup and the Fanta Bale Super Stayers.

One of the highlights of the season will be the 2018 Greyhound Clubs Australia (GCA) National Sprint & Distance Championship Finals, which will be held at Sandown Park on Friday, August 24. Victoria last hosted this premier racing event in 2013. GCA, which conducts the annual championship, has announced that for the first time all State finals will be held on the same day, which will make for a thrilling build up to the National Final.

Major regional events in 2018 include: Bendigo Cup 6 July; Shepparton Cup 4 August; Healesville Cup 9 September; Geelong Cup 26 October; Ballarat Cup 8 December; Sale Cup 26 December. Major events for 2019 include: Warragul Cup 12 January; Traralgon Cup 26 January; Cranbourne Cup 9 February; Horsham Cup 9 March; Warrnambool Cup 1 May.

GRV’s CEO Alan Clayton said the 2018-19 program would deliver an entertaining year of racing with the best dogs in Australia racing regularly in Victoria.

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“We have 13 racing clubs in Victoria which put on race meetings every week, including major feature events that attract thousands of people every year,” Mr Clayton said. “GRV continues to focus on greyhound welfare and racing integrity, while maximising racing opportunities and prizemoney for participants. We are the biggest supplier of racing code in Australia, and this 2018-19 program reinforces our commitment to providing great entertainment that attracts crowds and underpins a thriving sport.”

He added that greyhound racing was important to Victoria as it contributed $400 million to Victoria’s economy each year, and a major part of that impact flowed through to country Victoria.

The 2018-19 program promotes racing in regional areas, with 11 Country Cups and special events, while preserving the existing program at Sandown Park and The Meadows, which host the majority of Victoria’s Group 1 races.

Sandown Park hosts the richest greyhound race in the world, the $600,000 Melbourne Cup on 23 November, the same night as the Group 1 Bold Trease for stayers. The Australian Cup

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Other key initiatives include: • The Gippsland, Warrnambool Seaside and Bendigo Easter Carnivals have all been confirmed for 2018-19.

• The Warragul St Leger and the Western Districts Derby (Ballarat) have been granted group status by the GCA. • The Shepparton Cup moves back one week with the final to be held on Saturday 4 August, a week after the Group 1 Maturity Classic at The Meadows.

GRV’s Chairman Bernie Carolan congratulated the clubs and GRV’s racing department for pulling together another great year of racing.

“The program maintains our commitment to 23 race meetings over a standard week and accommodates dogs at all levels and stages of their racing careers, from maiden and aged races to group-level,” Mr Carolan said. “The 2018-19 racing year will be the first financial year that the full effects of GRV’s $2.55million boost to prizemoney kicks in,” he said. “This funding boost for participants, which was introduced in November 2017, directly focuses on increasing prize money to be shared between owners and trainers at the lower levels of racing.”

All 1192 race meetings for the 2018-19 racing season can be viewed on GRV’s racing portal, FastTrack at fasttrackgrv.org.au

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MAJOR GROUP 1’s & COUNTRY CUPS CALENDAR 2018 BENDIGO CUP | BENDIGO | 6 JUL

RACE MEETINGS

SHEPPARTON CUP | SHEPPARTON | 4 AUG NATIONAL GRAND FINALS | SANDOWN | 24 AUG

PRIZE MONEY

HEALESVILLE CUP | HEALESVILLE | 9 SEP GEELONG CUP | GEELONG | 26 OCT

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PRIZE MONEY BOOST

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13 NATIONALS GRAND FINAL AUSTRALIAN CUP MELBOURNE CUP GIPPSLAND BENDIGO EASTER WARRNAMBOOL SEASIDE VICTORIAN TRACKS

SANDOWN PARK | AUG 24

CARNIVAL | FEB 16 - MAR 2

CARNIVAL | NOV 8 - 23

CARNIVAL | DEC 26 - FEB 9

CARNIVAL | APR 11 - 21

CARNIVAL | DEC 27 - JAN 12

TOP GUN | THE MEADOWS | 27 OCT MELBOURNE CUP | SANDOWN | 23 NOV BALLARAT CUP | BALLARAT | 8 DEC SALE CUP | SALE | 26 DEC

CALENDAR 2019 WARRAGUL CUP | WARRAGUL | 12 JAN TRARALGON CUP | TRARALGON | 26 JAN CRANBOURNE CUP | CRANBOURNE | 9 FEB AUSTRALIAN CUP | THE MEADOWS | 2 MAR HORSHAM CUP | HORSHAM | 9 MAR WARRNAMBOOL CUP | WARRNAMBOOL | 1 MAY SANDOWN CUP | SANDOWN | 24 MAY GO TO GRV.ORG.AU FOR FULL CALENDAR LOVE THE DOGS. LOVE THE THRILLS.

National Adoption Day ambassador Todd McKenney (centre) with GRV CEO Alan Clayton, Zoe the greyhound and GRV Deputy Chair, Peita Duncan. Inset: Dom was the first greyhound adopted at The Meadows on the day. Photos by: Clint Anderson.

National Adoption Day – many dogs and many people

By Louise Martin

Many dogs and many people, a recipe for disaster? No, a recipe for great success and that is how the National Adoption Day ingredients played out on 29 April.

“Staff, volunteers and the community. This is a combined effort and one that brings great pleasure to all involved,” he said.

As all the volunteers were gathering around to hear how they were to match up each dog with their forever home; the atmosphere was electric.

Mr Carolan paid a special tribute to the National Adoption Day ambassador Todd McKenney, who attended at The Meadows, and was simply “blown away” by the whole experience.

The 69 dogs were gathering downstairs as the majority of the 810 registered participants streamed through the gates at The Meadows in the hope that they would be taking home with them one of the beautiful greyhounds available on the day.

A world first, the National Adoption Day was held in every state over the weekend; with more than 200 greyhounds adopted across Australia.

And joy there was for the people, who came from all walks of life, taking home their newest family member – with their being many a wagging tail as well – all over Australia – on a day which will be remembered by all whom attended.

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Greyhound Racing Victorian Chairman, Bernie Carolan, thanked everyone at the event for their passion and dedication in assisting the retired racing dogs to find a home.

Todd, a greyhound owner of many years spent much of the day talking with the families who were looking for that special canine, spoke of the joy they bring to many people’s lives.

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Rufus, who appeared with Bernie Vince on The Footy Show in the lead-up to the National Adoption Day, found his new family.

Sachin and Zara were lucky enough to be adopted together.

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By Sandra Reed President of GOTBA Victoria Inc.

A big thank you to the people who supported our Supernite at Sandown Park on 12 April. It was a very successful evening with Chief’s Sidekick, trained by Darren Brown, winning the GOTBA Abba Kennels Cup (515m), while we also presented the following awards relating to the 2017 calendar year: Metropolitan Brood Matron of the Year - Dirty Angel Metropolitan Stud Dog - Barcia Bale Victorian Brood Matron - Easy Angel Victorian Stud Dog - Fabregas Our thanks to studmaster Paul Westerveld, who donated a service to Fabregas that we auctioned on the night, the highest bidder being Spolly’s Syndications. The silent auction for the six breaking in courses donated by Keyon kennels, Doctors kennels and Casrakay kennels were very much in demand and we also appreciate the generosity of these breakers.

Many people took the opportunity to join the GOTBA on the night and a new member Kim Watson was lucky enough to win the $1000 spinning wheel prize that was given to a member who attended and was present at the draw.

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A females-only race received free stud services from Dundee Osprey and Moreira for first second and third place getters.

Abba Kennels, which sponsors the GOTBA Cups, were presented with a plaque and flowers to acknowledge 20 years of sponsorship and support to our association. Margaret Thomas, who always donates beautiful presentation rugs for the winner of the GOTBA Cup, was acknowledged for her support.

There were many door prizes drawn throughout the evening and the whole night ran smoothly thanks to Rob Testa, who gives his time freely to MC our Supernites.

Our committee would like to thank the Sandown Greyhound Racing Club for its continued support of this special night and

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Website: gotbavictoria.wildapricot.org General enquiries: gotbav@gmail.com Phone: 0423 357 620

also for their willingness to provide a venue for us to conduct our regular meetings.

The Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds has been released and, although it is not exactly what we recommended, it is only through constant consultations and days spent showing the writers of the Code around greyhound establishments that it has changed dramatically and is now a much better document than the original draft.

On another matter, we are very happy to see the success of the finish on lure at Geelong - and that it has been introduced to the inside track as well as the outside track - and been strongly supported by trainers. We believe that a reward based system is essential and should be introduced to more tracks across the state, so that people have a choice of either finish on or the catching pen. With a reduced number of race dogs available over the next twelve months, it is imperative that we keep greyhounds racing by reducing the failing-to-chase numbers.

The finish on lure does this, as the completion of catching the lure with other dogs and being rewarded stimulates their natural instincts to chase, and many trainers are reporting great improvement in their dogs’ keenness to chase, after racing on the finish on lure.

We are continuing to push for scientific evidence to enhance track safety, so that our dogs race longer and have as few injuries as possible. We will be running more surveys specific to what members’ main issues are and any suggestions they might have to help rectify these problems. Results of our first survey has been presented to the Industry Consultative Group (ICG) for discussion so that the regulators become fully informed about the most pressing current issues that affect our members. To our members, it is important you know that your input into these surveys is very much appreciated, so please take the time to be involved in the development of our sport when you receive surveys from the GOTBA, which are sent via email. Now that our most recent survey has provided us with a general overview of member concerns, future surveys will be more topic-specific.

The Greyhound Owners, Trainers and Breeders Association (GOTBA) of Victoria is a not-for profit incorporated association, run by a committee of volunteers who work towards the constant improvement of the sport on behalf of member and their greyhounds.

GOTBA Committee: Sandra Reed (President), Robert Britton & Lynton Hogan (Co-Vice Presidents), Leeanne Crawford (Treasurer), Gayle Osbourne (Secretary), John Reid, John Cheeseman, Karen Leek, Geoff Miles & Brian Selleck (General Committee).

1 point Q1. Name the greyhound who mothered the 2018 Group 3 GRV Vic Bred Maiden Final (525m) at The Meadows in March?

A) Miata B) Born Ali C) Sweet It Is

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Q2. In what consecutive years did Bold Trease win his four Sandown Cups?

A) 1986 – 1989 B) 1984 – 1987 C) 2001 – 2004

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Q3. Which Victorian-trained greyhound (pictured) won the 2017 Group 2 Maitland Cup? A) Pantera Nera B) Zinzan Brooke C) Aussie Infrared 2 points Q4. Which NSW turned Victorian trainer won consecutive Sapphire Crowns at Sandown Park with the same greyhound in 2004 and 2005?

Q5. Which local Victorian Football Club has shares in young greyhound Bees On Fire?

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Q6. What time did Bewildering win the 2017 Speed Star in last September?

A) 29.03 seconds B) 29.08 seconds C) 29.13 seconds 3 points Q7. DKD is one of three charities involved in Victorian greyhound racing’s 2018 Chase for Charity promotion with Crocmedia. What does DKD stand for?

David Warbuton (Tat Toby), Wendy Lovell MP - Member for Northern Victoria, Kim O’Keefe – Mayor City of Greater Shepparton & Phil Clark (Tat Toby)

Shepparton Club honours its best T

Owner David Warburton and trainer Phil Clark with Tat Toby

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ony Duncan took out the honour of being named Trainer of the Year at the Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club’s awards night on 21 April.

Duncan is no stranger to the award having taken out the gong five years ago, but this one came with an emotional acceptance interview after being called forward to accept the award.

Club manager Carl McGrath said there was no one more worthy of the award than Duncan, who is continuing to train greyhounds while battling cancer. ‘‘He’s a terrific bloke and really popular, as long as I can remember he’s been training greyhounds and he’s been around a long time,’’ McGrath said. ‘‘This is his biggest win for himself and a big honour in a trying year for him.’’

Michael Ellis received the staff appreciation award from McGrath and his senior colleagues at the club. ‘‘The staff vote on the trainer that makes their job easier and it’s nice to have them come here and be supportive of the staff,’’ McGrath said.

In a surprise for the Tremellen family it received a recognition for the family’s long-term involvement in the sport.

Kel Tremellen was a founding member of the Shepparton club in 1973 with four generations of the family having been involved. ‘‘The Tremellens didn’t know about their honour, all they knew was that the club wanted them to come here for a reason and it was great, so they’ve got an honour garden out the front now,’’ McGrath said.

Joe La Rosa was presented with the Young Achiever award.

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Tat Toby likes the Shepparton track, with his pace earning him Greyhound of the Year. Owner David Warburton and trainer Phil Clark were thrilled with their greyhound, with Tat Toby only turning three recently.

track curator.

Thirty-seven of his 48 starts have been at Shepparton, winning nine races along with five second placings and six thirds.

Joe La Rosa was called up to receive the Young Achiever award. With a penchant for naming his dogs after food, including a pair called Gnocchi and Midnight Kebab, La Rosa spends plenty of time around greyhounds after becoming the assistant The Tremellen family in front of the honour board.

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Local Trainer of the Year, Tony Duncan.

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“Speed Star night is an entire card of one-on-one match racing, with an event every eight minutes. And it’s as simple as punting gets. A popular betting option will be multis, which is very similar to taking multis across a weekend of footy” – JASON ADAMS ON 1116 SEN

Head to head racing to light up Sandown Park

By Jason Adams and Andrew Copley

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reyhound racing’s most exciting format will take over Sandown Park again on 10 May with Australia’s fastest chasers converging for an entire program of

match racing.

The Bill Collins Speed Star will see 40 greyhounds contest 20 match races with just under $200,000 in prize money up for grabs.

Matches will be run over all three racing distances. There will be five events of four match races as opposed to last September’s six events.

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“He’s always been a dog with a big motor but in his last two he’s really timed the start, that’s been the big difference. We’re hoping it’s not a fluke and that he continues to do it.”

Last start group 1 Sky Racing Galaxy winner Rippin’ Sam sits 2nd behind his litter brother on the Lizrene (715m) standings. He will also head to Speed Star however won’t be a chance of meeting his brother in a match race.

Elevated, bred and trained by Harry Manolitsis, has recorded the fastest time over 515 metres at Sandown Park in 2018 with a run of 29.116sec on 1 April. Manolitsis, of Pearcedale, also bred 2016 Golden Easter Egg winner, Moreira.

“Yes, he’ll be there. He’ll be better suited over 715m.”

Elevated is a younger half-sister to Bewildering and Extreme Magic, the former winning both Speed Star events over 515m at Sandown Park in 2017.

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Tornado Tears joined the kennel in February and has delivered on what he promised in the early stages of his career in his home state of New South Wales. Britton hopes he can maintain the early speed that he’s shown in his last two outings.

Greyhound qualify for each event based on times recorded at Sandown Park from 1 January 2018 until Sunday 6 May. Additional qualifying trials were run on 22 & 29 April, with a final trial session to take place on Sunday, 6 May.

“Moreira showed exceptional ability from the word go and I believe Elevated has just as much ability as him,” Manolitsis said.

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be better conditioned compared to when he debuted over the distance,” revealed Britton.

Meanwhile, Tornado Tears has quickly announced himself as one of the country’s fastest greyhounds and will get his chance to prove it at Speed Star. His most recent start on Anzac Day Eve was breathtaking, he led all of the way to set a time of 33.919 over 595m. It backed up his stunning staying debut three weeks earlier in a flying 41.204 over 715m, just half a length off Miata’s longstanding track record.

Those times have him at the top of both the Racecallers (595m) and Lizrene (715m) standings. There’s been great debate on what distance he will compete over, and the Sandown GRC’s Facebook poll resulted in 66% of voters favouring the 715m Lizrene event.

However, trainer Rob Britton says his intention is to set Tornado Tears for the Racecallers (595m).

“At this stage I’m leaning towards the 595m. Simple reason being I don’t really want to put him over 715m until the Sandown Cup. I want to get some miles into his legs before he gets there, he’ll

2018’s fastest performers over each distance at Sandown Park: BILL COLLINS SPEED STAR (515m) Rank

Greyhound

Time

1

ELEVATED

29.116

2

ASTON DEE BEE

29.182

3

QUICK JAGGER

29.186

4

PAYTON

29.187

5

DYNA PATTY

29.226

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Time

Rank

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Time

1

TORNADO TEARS

33.919

1

TORNADO TEARS

41.204

2

MYRNIONG CORNER

33.977

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RIPPIN’ SAM

41.559

3

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34.979

3

AZKABAN

41.852

4

TRITT TRITT

34.073

4

SCOTT KEEPING

41.918

5

IT’S A PARTY

34.122

5

WHERE ART THOU

41.960

Standings as at 1 May, 2018. For a full updated list over each distance go to: sandowngreyhounds.com.au/bcss18

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The Sandown Greyhound Racing Club held a special Anzac Day eve race meeting on Tuesday, 24 April.

The Sandown GRC Committee with Anzac Day eve guests.

The crowd gathers for one-minute silence.

Tony Flores has been reunited with his best friend, Amity Flame

When ill-health forced him to retire from the sport and move from his property to a smaller place in Traralgon with his wife Patricia, Tony could no longer look after Jack and made the decision to send him to GAP. His daughter Renee Flores had other ideas. She saw how worried Tony was about sending Jack to GAP, and secretly retrieved him, taking him back to her house in Churchill not far from Traralgon.

“Dad was worried about him because he isn’t a young dog and he kept asking me to check the GAP website to see if he had been adopted,” Renee said. “He has put three or four other dogs into GAP, but Jack is the only one he kept asking about.”

Jack was still on the website and Renee thought he might make a good pet for her six-year-old son Josh, so she drove to the GAP kennel at Baxter, returned with the greyhound and eventually sprung the surprise on her father.

Flame a Flores family treasure

By Suzanne McKenzie

The greyhound, also known as Jack, has been with him since he was a pup and was his most successful, and favourite, greyhound in 50 years as a greyhound owner and trainer.

Tony started training greyhounds when he was 18, pursuing his interest off and on until he was diagnosed with cancer a few years ago. Now 70, he is happy to have Jack back in the family and is proud of what they achieved over the years.

With more than $100,000 in prizemoney to his name, Amity Flame was a very good chaser, with his biggest win being the $25,000 TopCat Video Cup in 2013, which he led by 10 lengths all the way.

A broken hock prematurely ended his racing career. Surgery returned him to the track, but Tony thought the strain was too much and decided it was time to retire him to the couch. Now the handy chaser is back in the Flores family where he belongs.

By Bernadette Dillon

T

he committee of the Warragul Greyhound Racing Club has voted unanimously to abolish gate entry fees going forward. This was a decision made to encourage local and visiting families to have a great night out, enjoy the sport of greyhound racing and have a delicious, value-for-money meal provided by caterers Parnassus.

“Entry fees for participants has been a bone of contention for some time,” said Warragul GRC President, Bob Iredale. “Whilst the loss in revenue is considerable the Club has found itself in

a position where it can absorb some of the costs; a significant sponsorship agreement that will be announced soon has provided us with an opportunity to remove the entry fee.”

Warragul races every Tuesday night and Thursday afternoon, with a great variety of catering available at every race meeting.

“The club also has had a number of events where we have had free entry and the feedback from the community has been fantastic,” said Warragul GRC Manager, Adrian Scott.

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Free entry at Warragul

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ippsland trainer Tony Flores thought his seven-year-old greyhound Amity Flame was gone for good when he sent him to the Greyhound Adoption Program.

She had considered taking Jack before he went to GAP but was worried he might not get along with her 14 year-old cat Taia.

As it turns out, Jack is fine with the cat but “she is a spoilt little princess. She got her nose put out of joint when my son was born so I knew she wasn’t going to be happy about this.”

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Proud owner Wendy Saatoff makes her handling debut with Diesel’s A Rebel.

“All of my family and Simon’s family were there. I had a group of friends come and it was great to see everyone. My mum was taking happy snaps everywhere. Everyone was really proud and really happy. It was a great day, we actually stayed all day. Once it was done I was like ‘that wasn’t so bad.’ Everybody was great, helping me to kennel them and everything. It was like everyone must have known and everyone was really, really nice. I think they could tell it wasn’t easy being my first time but I was really rapt with how everyone was. It was really good.”

Adding to the thrill of the day was the fact that Saathoff had bred and reared Diesel’s A Rebel, a member of the first litter the couple had bred.

While a relative newcomer to the sport, her passion for all aspects of greyhound racing has grown quickly since first being introduced to the greyhound breed.

Handling debut handled perfectly

By Mick Floyd

T

here were plenty of butterflies beforehand, but Wendy Saathoff’s first day as a greyhound handler is a day she’ll long remember.

Last Sunday 22 April, Saathoff and her partner Simon headed to Sandown with a team of three chasers. Before a large contingent of excited family and friends, Saathoff made her handling debut with Diesel’s a A Rebel, a striking 34kg white and black chaser who can get a little excited on race day.

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“The nerves were terrible, I couldn’t eat!” she said once it was all over.

“He’d never been to Sandown either so for both of us it was a new adventure. I was so nervous, all I kept thinking was my dog is going to be naughty and take off and I’m going to be flying like Mary Poppins.”

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Looking up into the grandstand and seeing so many supporters helped to calm the nerves, as did the support of the staff, stewards and fellow handlers.

“Simon has been in it for years and years and years and we got together a number of years ago. He had the greyhounds already, but I’d already fallen in love with them through all my customers coming in with greyhounds.

“I own a pet supply store where I sell fresh pet meat so I have a lot of clients that have greyhounds. I went from not knowing much about the breed to falling in love them, then I decided that I was going to give racing a go. I do all of the rearing and loving of the dogs you could say, and then I decided to go for my trainers license which I passed last Tuesday. I got to handle for the first time in a race with a dog I bred which was great.”

The passion and enthusiasm for the sport has ensured each of their runners has plenty of interested onlookers, especially since so many people have shared in the greyhound’s journey to the track.

“Any of our customers can go in and play with them and watch their progress. Everyone follows my dogs, it’s been really good for helping people realise that greyhounds really are a beautiful breed.”

Diesel’s A Rebel finished fourth in his race, a result which delighted Saathoff particularly since Simon handled their other runner, Axel’s A Rebel which finished behind them, giving her bragging rights over her partner.

“Yeah, all the way home,” she said, laughing. “It’s been heaps of fun, I love it.”

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO ALL PARTICIPANTS

REGISTRATION RENEWALS ARE UPON US

Greyhound Racing Victoria reminds its participants of the upcoming registration renewal period.

GREYHOUND TRAINER Member 1 Role: Public Trainer

A greyhound will not be eligible for nomination if its trainer or any of its owners are unregistered. In cases where a greyhound is owned by a syndicate this applies to all syndicate members.

Expires: 30/06/2018

Please check your membership card or your FastTrack account for your registration expiry date.

Be Aware of the Expiry Date

Trainers are encouraged to contact their owners to ensure their registrations have been renewed.

Alternatively, you can call GRV’s Racing Services Team for assistance on (03) 8329 1100 Or via email at info@grv.org.au

While GRV aims to process applications within four weeks from obtaining all necessary information, participants are encouraged to apply for re-registration at least 6 weeks prior to their registration expiry date.

The link to renew will be available 10 weeks before your registration expiry date- simply log into your FastTrack account and click on your registration renewal task (a 10% discount applies when completing online).

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Greyhound Holiday Fun Day action at Traralgon and Shepparton (inset). Photos by: Ben Pritchard.

Miles of smiles and Easter fun

By Suzanne McKenzie

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RV and racing clubs kept 2,715 youngsters busy, entertained and well fed during the school holidays.

This year’s Greyhound Holiday Fun Days program was the biggest yet. GRV and 12 clubs worked together to put on free activities, competitions and giveaways.

This year’s theme, The Greyhound Games, was chosen to put the focus on sport and other physical activities. It was also a nod to the Commonwealth Games which were held on the Gold Coast over the same two-week period.

Sporting activities included miniature hurdles, tug-ofwar, bowling, running races and handball. There were also plenty of non-sporting activities, including colouring books, karaoke and plaster moulds. GRV’s mascot Turbo the Greyhound was also on-hand and Easter egg hunts were very popular.

A highlight of the day was the chance to parade greyhounds onto the track, then watch the race from behind the boxes. Names went into the draw and eight lucky children were chosen.

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The competition runs over four weeks at the Sandown Greyhound Racing Club commencing Thursday 3 May. There’s $1,000 up for grabs each week and after each week the tips will be reset, so you don’t need to worry if you have a bad week.

In addition to the $1,000 weekly prize, the top 5% of tippers in each of the first three weeks will earn an invitation to Sandown Park for a free Cocktail Party on Sandown Cup night (Thursday 24 May) where they will compete as part of the final for the $7,500 major prize.

On Sandown Cup night (Thursday 24 May) the invited participant who is the Top Dog Tipper for the night will be awarded the $7,500 major prize.

Plus, this year, there’s a bonanza night on Thursday 10 May (Bill Collins Speed Star night) where not only will there be the usual $1,000 weekly prize up for grabs, but there’ll also be a special $5,000 prize for the on course Top Dog Tipper of the night, and an incredible $25,000 – yes, that’s right, $25,000! – to be shared by anyone who can successfully select the winners of all twenty head to head match races!

Anyone can win it, so sign up and get tipping today!

Tipping must be entered online at topdogtipping.com.au Entrants must be at least 18 years of age.

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KILLER DILLER

CELTIC FIRE

Mar 07, 2018

4 Males 2 Females

JOHN CARR

DEVON MEADOWS

0431 945 996

WALNUT VETERINARY CLINIC

KILTY LAD

OUTSIDE EDGE

Mar 18, 2018

4 Males 3 Females

GREG DOYLE

MULGRAVE

0402 829 411

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

KINLOCH BRAE

KAY ARE EMM

Mar 27, 2018

5 Males 4 Females

NATHAN ROONEY

LARA

0412 202 096

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE

CACOETHES

Mar 14, 2018

2 Males 1 Females

ANDRIJA GAL

Moolap

0431 153 035

CRAIGIEBURN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

OPAL BALE

Mar 12, 2018

5 Males 2 Females

STEVEN CURTAIN

CRANBOURNE SOUTH

0414 355 494

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

KIOWA PRODUCER

CAIRNLEA LAYLA

Mar 25, 2018

2 Males 3 Females

JAN HUBBARD

GRASSMERE

0448 225 893

THE VET GROUP

LIGHTNING FRANK

FIREBALL FURY

Mar 13, 2018

3 Males 5 Females

MATHEW WRIGHT

Wangoom

0438 044 719

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE

DASHA

Mar 21, 2018

3 Males 9 Females

DANIEL WELSH

LETHBRIDGE

KIOWA MON MANNY

MOREIRA

ROSE MAGIC

Apr 02, 2018

3 Males 4 Females

Ryino Racing (SYN) MICHAEL RYAN

0476220598 0449 586 897

BORONIA

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

HOME YOU GO

Mar 05, 2018

5 Males 5 Females

CLINT ARTHUR

SHEPPARTON

0418 336 329

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE

MOTIVATE HER

Mar 29, 2018

1 Males 1 Females

STEVEN VAN OIRSCHOT

DEVON MEADOWS

0413 388 424

CRAIGIEBURN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

NOVEMBER GANDHI

LITES AND SIRENS

Mar 22, 2018

1 Males 2 Females

SUSAN TRIM

DEVON MEADOWS

0403 531 962

WALNUT VETERINARY CLINIC

SH AVATAR

TAKE YOU THERE

Apr 01, 2018

1 Males 7 Females

WENDY FASOLI

HEYFIELD

0428 482 526

MAFFRA VETERINARY CENTRE

DUNDEE ZENA

Mar 11, 2018

2 Males 8 Females

KERRIE SMYTH

LANG LANG

0407 073 327

EVIE TRON

Mar 13, 2018

4 Males 3 Females

GEOFFREY LANCE

EPPING

0416 086 799

SHOULDERS

LOYAL MISS

Mar 24, 2018

2 Males 6 Females

VICTORIA SULTANA

NEWBOROUGH

0428 278 514

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

SUPERMAN

INMATE

Mar 19, 2018

2 Males 2 Females

0459 265 141

COLYTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL

SURGEON

FANTASY SKYE

Mar 26, 2018

3 Males 4 Females

0439 398 028

TERANG VETERINARY CLINIC

TAYLORS SKY

AZURITE

Mar 29, 2018

1 Females

0408 429 596

WALNUT VETERINARY CLINIC

CRAIGIEBURN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

MY BRO FABIO

SHIMA BAR

MR P ACERS (SYN) PETER ACERS

STANHOPE

PETER INGUANTI

ELLIMINYT

JAMES FAMILY (SYN) CASSANDRA JAMES

CRIB POINT

TOKEN PRINCE

MARLEY GIRL

Mar 28, 2018

5 Males 5 Females

MAUREEN BARRY

longwood

0474222606

UNLAWFUL ENTRY

BARONESS JILL

Mar 22, 2018

6 Males

KEVIN ROSS

BUANGOR

0435 571 552

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE

0425 731 677

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

WALK HARD

WORM BURNER

2 Males 4 Females

SMKN (SYN)

GOTHAM QUEEN

Mar 08, 2018

SAMSARA LASS

Mar 22, 2018

5 Males 2 Females

JASON COLLIS

LARA

0403 320 919

SHOUT OUT LOUD

Mar 16, 2018

5 Males 5 Females

PETER BARTLETT

BAMAWM

0409 516 560

SEAN LITHGOW

DEVON MEADOWS

MISSES

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE

1 JANUARY - 15 APRIL 2018

SIRE

DAM

SERVICE DATE

FACILITY

ALLEN DEED

FLYING MOZOLTOV

Tuesday, 16 January, 2018

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

BALLYMAC RUSO

FOREVER MERRY

Thursday, 01 March, 2018

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

SO FAR AWAY

Thursday, 04 January, 2018

DIAMOND ZENA

Tuesday, 30 January, 2018

MCIVOR ROAD VET CENTRE

BARCIA BALE

EL BROOKLYN

Sunday, 04 February, 2018

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

CHENZHOU BOY

ROSSY EMGRAND

Friday, 12 January, 2018

COLYTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL

COSMIC RUMBLE

SOHO RHYTHM

Friday, 12 January, 2018

SANDOWN VETERINARY CLINIC

SEA MIST

Wednesday, 07 February, 2018

CROWN POKER

Wednesday, 07 February, 2018

BANJO BOY

DUNDEE OSPREY

SPEED BLUE

Friday, 16 February, 2018

DYNA DOUBLE ONE

GO VICKI

Sunday, 28 January, 2018

THE VET GROUP

FERNANDO BALE

DELTA BOLT

Saturday, 27 January, 2018

WALNUT VETERINARY CLINIC

OMEGA VERA

Thursday, 18 January, 2018

LUCA NEVEELK

SNOOKY

Friday, 23 March, 2018

MY BRO FABIO

BOGIE CLASSIC

Monday, 15 January, 2018

CRAIGIEBURN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

NITRO BURST

LIL BIT AWESOME

Monday, 05 February, 2018

CRAIGIEBURN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

SUPERMAN

SHE'S ALL AUSSIE

Sunday, 07 January, 2018

THE VET GROUP

VEE MAN VANE

GINNY ALLEN

Tuesday, 20 February, 2018

CRAIGIEBURN ANIMAL HOSPITAL

APPLY FOR DNA TODAY! GRV would like to remind participants of the requirements to register females for breeding. While GRV has implemented a short-term initiative which may assist participants who are under time pressure to get DNA results back, this involves additional steps (including a participant signing a GRV waiver) and can be avoided if DNA is done early.

For a female to be eligible to breed, participants must ensure their greyhound has DNA results registered with Greyhounds Australasia. Steps how to do this are as follows:

GRV’s new VicGreys program is generating up to $1.4m in bonuses to Victorian breeders and owners across 1,900 Victorian races each year.

Full details at: grv.org.au/vicgreys

GRV recommends applying for your DNA kit as early as possible to allow sufficient time for DNA results to be returned to Greyhounds Australasia and recorded before the greyhound is in season.

The turnaround of the DNA result can be somewhere between two and six weeks, dependent on the Lab.

For more information please contact Greyhounds Australasia at admin@galtd.org.au or 9548 3500.

To find out more about registering for a Pink Card, including fees, exemptions, stud masters and FSI technician responsibilities, go to: grv.org.au/pinkcard

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DID YOU KNOW

1. Contact GA and apply for a DNA kit 2. Take the kit and the greyhound to your vet 3. Vet will complete the sample and post to the lab 4. After processing, the lab will inform GA and DNA number will be attached to the greyhound’s record via FastTrack 5. If all other requirements have been met (see right for PINK CARD registration) the greyhound will be ready to complete the registration.

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DON'T WAIT

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Beast Unleashed wins the Group 2 Launching Pad. Photo by Clint Anderson.

By Andrew Copley

A

lan Ferguson, the man who bred 2018 Launching Pad winner Beast Unleashed, believes that a key to breeding greyhounds is beginning their education from a young age.

Fun of the chase starts early

“Once they’re about six weeks old and vaccinated, I like to get out the rubber balls, teddy bears, squeaky toys or milk cartons, and teach them to enjoy chasing those types of things right from the start,” said Ferguson, who is based at Girgarre, near Shepparton in northern Victoria.

While potential superstar Beast Unleashed is the star of the 25-month-old Barcia Bale – Little Miss Hap litter, nine out of 10 pups named have raced so far, with seven of them winning.

Breeding Reference Group update

By Molly Haines

Breeding Reference Group

Breeding and racing statistics were the main discussion points at the latest Breeding Reference Group (BRG) meeting, as well as the importance of good rearing practices, which are believed to be a key contributor to the sport’s ability to produce balanced breeding numbers.

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Alan Clayton

Members:

Gavin Goble

Diane Bartolo

Louise Martin

Jeff Chignell George Farrugia

The BRG identified rearing and education as key contributors to successful breeding. Members discussed options to identify and assist breeders who have not demonstrated successful breeding.

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GRV:

(GM - General Counsel)

Ray Borda

Balanced breeding numbers considers the needs of the racing program and the sport’s ability to re-home.

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Chair: Terrie Benfield

Jessica Sharp Angela Langton

If you have any concerns or suggestions relating to breeding, please contact Breeding Reference Group members either in person or via email at

Brian Parkinson

It was noted that it is important to recognise that breeders and rearers can have different approaches, and that one person’s method is not necessarily better than another.

breeding@grv.org.au

BRG members took home draft versions of breeder educational modules for their suggestions around content and delivery.

The BRG will next meet again in the middle of June.

UPCOMING GRV

VIC BRED SERIES GRV VIC BRED Series races are designed to promote and reward Victorian Bred Greyhounds.

Each series is designed to give an equal opportunity to a variety of greyhounds, of similar grade and experience, a chance to compete for above average prizemoney.

GRV VIC BRED Series are open to Victorian Bred Greyhounds and all provincial finals carry a VICGREYS Bonus.

Listed across are when GRV VIC BRED Series commence during May and June 2018.

GRV VIC BRED Maiden Series Thu, 3 May

Twilight

SHP

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 450

Sun, 13 May

Day

SAP

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 515

Wed, 23 May

Night

BAL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 450

Fri, 8 Jun

Night

TRA

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 525

Fri, 22 Jun

Twilight

BEN

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 425

Tue, 15 May

Twilight

HOR

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 410

GRV VIC BRED Mixed 6/7 Series

Sun, 17 Jun

Day

SAP

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 515

Wed, 20 Jun

Night

BAL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 450

Wed, 2 May

Night

WBL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)

Sun, 3 Jun

Twilight

SLE

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 440 (1 - 4 Wins)

Tue, 26 Jun

Night

WGL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 460 (1 - 4 Wins)

Tue, 15 May

Night

WGL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 400

GRV VIC BRED Restricted Win Series

GRV VIC BRED Grade 5 Series

Sun, 3 Jun

Day

SAP

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 515 (No City Wins)

Tue, 5 Jun

Twilight

HOR

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 485

Wed, 13 Jun

Night

CRN

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 520

Sun, 17 Jun

Day

HVL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 350

Tue, 8 May

Night

WGL

GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Heat 680 (Less Than $25000)

Wed, 20 Jun

Night

CRN

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 699 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)

Fri, 29 Jun

ICG consulted on Breeding Containment Strategy

By Dennis Timewell and Andrew Copley

T

he Chair welcomed a new face to the ICG at its most recent meeting on 17 April - National Coursing Association Life Member, Heather Villinger - who has extensive industry experience and replaces Peter Craig as a representative of the coursing fraternity.

Also raised was the subject of ear branding, and the temporary pain involved for pups. Given GRV’s emphasis on animal welfare, an action item to emerge was that GRV would consider ‘topical’ pain relief and assess how other industries manage this issue.

A special guest at this particular meeting was Geoff Miles of the Greyhound Owners Trainers & Breeders Association, who advised the ICG about results of a recent survey conducted by the GOTBA, to its members, on key racing matters.

The ICG discussed a paper provided by GRV management on the topic of greyhounds being transferred by a trainer once a penalty is handed down or a serious charge is made. It was agreed that it is important that the penalty applied for serious offences by the RADB had to be meaningful in the real world, including by having a financial impact on the person who committed the offence. Thus, there may need to be some restrictions on transfers. While there were differing opinions in the room about what should be deemed a ‘serious’ charge, it was also suggested that the circumstances of a partner or family member training on a different property may be different to the case where the same property would be used. If GRV chooses to address this issue, a full formal consultation process will apply, as it does for any other rule change.

Miles advised that the GOTBA would conduct surveys with its members on a periodic basis, and the ICG welcomed the concept of results being shared.

GRV advised the ICG that breeding of around 600 litters in Victoria each year is the target number to ensure there are sufficient dogs available to supply the state’s racing program and, at the same time be consistent with optimal rehoming outcomes.

After a drop in breeding numbers during 2016/17, numbers are now back up to a point at which GRV estimates will equate to a total of just over 600 litters for the 2017/18 period. As such, GRV is now looking to implement a ‘breeding containment strategy’ to avoid excessive pressure on the Greyhound Adoption Program.

Heather Villinger brings coursing intel to the ICG.

As such, the ICG agreed it is appropriate to consider restricting breeding among inexperienced breeders through a categorisation process such as an L plate, P plate and open licence rating, with quotas applied.

It was noted that there is difficulty in assessing the ability of a breeder over one or two litters, particularly when the pups were sold to a range of owners using a range of rearers and breakers. The need for breeder education was highlighted, with GRV to seek advice on how its current breeding education modules can be improved. It was suggested that future training and education include workshops and, where possible, a mentoring system be implemented.

The ICG panel comprises of Bernie Carolan (Chair), Dr Barbara Backhoy, Deborah Churchill, Steven Clarke, Tracey Corneille, Terry Davis, Sheldon Hamilton, Brian Jones, Nicole Lund, Daniel Nugent, Sandra Reed, Heather Villinger and Tom Welsh.

FREE TRIALS AT THE MEADOWS The Meadows Manager Marg Long said that the decision was resolved at the club’s most recent Board Meeting.

“On behalf of the Chairman and Directors at The Meadows, we would like to confirm that all arm and pen trials across all Meadows trial sessions will now be free. It has always been the club’s aim to offer the best service possible to all industry participants and we pride ourselves on being industry leaders in that regard,” Long said.

“Without the hard-working greyhound trainers of this industry, The Meadows wouldn’t be able to operate to the standard that we do, and we see the removal of our trial fee as another way to assist trainers in their operations. We once again thank all our trainers for their ongoing support of The Meadows.”

TRAINERS PLEASE NOTE: The team at GRV are currently working on the back end of the Fasttrack system to remove the automated trial fee, but in the meantime simply place your online bookings as usual but DO NOT select “Pay online now” for any of your trial bookings at The Meadows.

GREYHOUND MONTHLY VICTORIA

The Meadows have announced that all trials at the track are now free.

MAY 2018

In 2016, the Board of Greyhound Racing Victoria appointed an Industry Consultative Group (ICG), with members having appropriate experience and diversity across a number of areas. The ICG meets every two months to discuss major issues facing the industry, out of which suggestions are forwarded to GRV’s Board for consideration.

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First-time courser returns to the circle and goes 'ka-pow'!

A

fter a string of seven unplaced starts in a row on the circle, Popowski entered the coursing arena for the first time at the National Coursing Association’s Catch on to Coursing meeting on 15 April.

And it’s fair to say the experience proved stunning with Popowski returning to the circle to record consecutive wins at Traralgon (best of night) and Warragul.

Q. How did Popowski fare at the Catch on to Coursing event?

Peter Craig: Popowski and her brother Macalister Ike won both their heats and finals at Longwood (on 15 April). My wife told me how much they both had enjoyed the coursing after catching them as she couldn’t get them away from the catching pen. I had to give her a hand dragging them back to the car!

Q. How was Popowski able to turn around her form?

PC: It is a confidence issue with her and getting two runs after the lure with little or no interference made all the difference.

And following on from that she drew the red on the circle (Traralgon) for the first time in five months. She can begin but is wary of dogs running out at her after some unfortunate race incidents, so the change in confidence was the difference.

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Q. How often do these sorts of form turnarounds occur as a result of greyhounds going coursing?

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Q. There was a period of eight days between the Catch on to Coursing event and Popowski’s Traralgon win. Is that the ideal amount of time before returning to the circle after going coursing?

PC: I can recall being told after I had some coursing success many years ago to keep my dog on the lead for nine days and then produce him back on the track and see him run a PB. The days on the lead would allow the dog to get over the strains of three courses in the day and bring him to a peak for his target track performance - oh the fun of the sting!

Trainer Peter Craig, President of the National Coursing Association, provides an insight into how it all unfolded in this Q&A.

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time coursing trainers used to set an out of form track dog that had success on the coursing field for many a sting (with bookmakers) when they took them back to the track.

PC: They are fairly common throughout the coursing season, with the coursing form students keen to invest when a dog turns around recent poor track form with a winning performance on the coursing field and then heads back to the track. Old

Q. A drop in form aside, what are some other reasons trainers take their greyhounds coursing?

PC: Trainers take their dogs coursing for a number of reasons, not least of all being there are no middle boxes to be drawn, so the main benefit to many dogs is the lack of interference and the regaining of confidence. I like to take pups for two reasons, firstly for the fact they can race in their puppy class for the entire season and don’t get upgraded after a win to then struggle against experience dogs, and secondly I find if they get three runs in a day, it takes them to a higher fitness level, one that they don’t get with just one trial or race per day. This can also assist older dogs reaching peak fitness. Female greyhounds also can benefit from the fact we mostly race maidens against their own sex, so they don’t get knocked over by a dog who could be 10 kilograms bigger.

Note: Catch on to Coursing meetings are held at the beginning of the coursing season each year. Victoria’s 2018 coursing season officially kicked off on 29 April at Benalla.

Popowski's Recent Form Date

Place

Box

Weight

Distance

Track

Race

Time

BON

Margin

30/04/2018

7th

8

29.7kg

545m

BAL

R8

31.49

30.99

4.69L

26/04/2018

1st

5

29.5kg

460m

WGL

R6

26.44

26.13

0.94L

23/04/2018

1st

1

29.5kg

525m

TRA

R6

30.79

30.79

1.61L

Contested the Catch on to Coursing meeting at Longwood, in which she won both of her courses.

15/04/2018 09/04/2018

7th

4

29.3kg

545m

BAL

R8

32.20

31.30

12.86L

03/04/2018

5th

4

29.5kg

520m

CRN

R6

31.09

30.25

5.77L

26/03/2018

7th

6

29.3kg

525m

TRA

R6

31.27

30.69

4.52L

20/03/2018

8th

8

29.3kg

525m

TRA

R8

31.23

30.53

8.57L

15/03/2018

5th

3

29.4kg

520m

SLE

R8

30.16

29.30

12.30L

08/03/2018

5th

3

29.3kg

520m

SLE

R6

30.23

29.62

7.00L

02/03/2018

5th

5

29.3kg

525m

TRA

R6

30.92

30.54

3.20L

MORE PRIZE MONEY FOR COURSING Victorian coursing has received a significant prize money boost for the 2018 season, bringing it into line with Level 3 (Tier 3) prizemoney.

GRV has announced that prize money across the entire season will increase by almost $40,000 from $127,965 up to $167,635.

2018 VICTORIAN COURSING PRIZE MONEY for standard events

(ie. Maiden, One win Stake, Limit Stake & Puppy events) $825 (1st); $235 (Runner-up); $60 (Defeated semi-finalists). Total $1180

Popowski

UPCOMING COURSING EVENTS Date

Club

Details

Sunday 6th May

Lang Lang

Preference Given To Maiden Meeting

Sunday 20th May

Benalla

McRae Holden Benalla Cup

Sunday 3rd June

Longwood

Noel Ryan Memorial Werribee Cup

Sunday 17th June

Lang Lang

Sylvester Doyle Puppy Championship

Sunday 24th June

Lang Lang

Sylvester Doyle Puppy Championship Cont.

Sunday 8th July

Lang Lang

Standard Meeting

Saturday 21st July

Longwood

Derby & Oaks

Longwood

Derby & Oaks Cont. Longwood Cup & Bert Clarke Memorial

Sunday 22nd July Sunday 5th August

Lang Lang

Western Saws Cup

Saturday 18th August

Lang Lang

Waterloo Cup

Sunday 19th August

Lang Lang

Waterloo Cup Cont.

For a comprehensive print-friendly version of Victoria’s 2018 coursing calendar, please visit https://goo.gl/H6KNjW

Full details at ncavictoria.com

*Please note: Benalla, Lang Lang and Longwood are all grass surfaces, with Benalla and Lang Lang using a drag lure and Longwood a Trolley (arm) Lure.

New Aged Prize Money meetings to increase opportunities Greyhound Racing Victoria will this month introduce a new type of race meeting that will give consideration to each greyhound’s current Aged Prize Money (APM) value.

What trainers need to know:

Aged Prize Money race meetings are aimed at increasing racing opportunities for greyhounds racing in Victoria, which was a common issue raised by participants at the GRV grading consultation sessions (Sept/Oct 2017), conducted at all 13 race clubs by Chief Grader, Andrew Mills.

1. Greyhounds will rely solely on their APM value to gain selection;

Why are we doing this?

Given GRV’s commitment to increasing racing opportunities, the new APM meeting type is aimed at exploring an alternate race selection process, as each current method has the possibility of preventing greyhounds from gaining a regular start in a race, which at times can be confusing.

For example: 1. A Grade 3 greyhound at a track relies on nominations of Grade 4 or better greyhounds being nominated to provide it a chance of racing at that venue.

3. Tier 3 and Rank Limit meetings apply different methods of selection, despite catering for similar levels of greyhounds.

What are APM meetings and how will they work?

See table below: 0-30 days ago,

100% of the prize money is counted

31-60 days ago,

80% of the prize money is counted

61-120 days ago,

60% of the prize money is counted

121-180 days ago,

40% of the prize money is counted

181-360 days ago,

20% of the prize money is counted

361-540 days ago,

2% of the prize money is counted

541 days' plus

1% of the prize money is counted

TOTAL

The total AGED prizemoney is the sum of the values above

3. Only Maidens will have ‘order of entry rights’, as these greyhounds that are yet to race have not won any prize money. Greyhounds with one or two starts only will be also be given preference.

4. Reserves will be allocated in order of their APM value, that is if 2 races are programmed of the same grade and distance, then the two reserves in the higher value race will also be listed as runners in the lower value race; 5. New race grades will be applied to identify the races each greyhound has competed which are as follows: a. MAPM – Maiden APM event b. 7APM – Grade 7 APM event (one win) c. 6APM – Grade 6 APM event (two wins) d. APM – Open APM event e. RWAPM – Restricted Win APM event 6. For APM grade events at Provincial Full Stakes and Provincial Half Stakes meetings - Where a greyhound has an APM value of $2,000+, and its APM value is more than 50% of the lowest selected greyhound (eighth greyhound) within the event, then the highest APM greyhound shall not be drawn.

Eg. Dog (1) has an APM value of $10,000, then Dog (8) APM value must be at least $5,000. T his rule shall not apply to race types MAPM, 7APM, 6APM and RWAPM or any meetings conducted that award Metropolitan Full Stakes.

7. APM Meetings will be non-penalty for winning greyhounds that are Grade 5 or higher when conducted at Provincial Half Stakes level.

APM meetings will be programmed from May 2018 around Victoria on a trial basis to monitor the participation rates, suitability, popularity, and possible impacts to improve racing opportunities for every racing greyhound.

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APM is each greyhound’s Aged Prize Money value which is determined by how much prize money a greyhound has won in its racing career, both current and historic amounts. This value allows greyhounds that have won prize money throughout their racing career to be considered against other greyhounds within the racing population of a similar value in a fair and transparent manner.

2. There will be NO ‘order of entry rights’ for graded greyhounds applied (ie. last start placed, dropping grade, reserve last start etc.);

MAY 2018

2. Tier 3 requires the greyhound to be ranked 250+ and not have broken the time standard in up to its last 4 starts (and not raced outside the excluded interstate tracks).

The new APM meeting type is now ready for implementing into the Racing program with several key changes.

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MAY

RACING CALENDAR

RACING CALENDAR More than $46 million in prize money is distributed through Victorian greyhound racing each year.

DATE

TIME SLOT

TRACK GEL

Tue, 1 May

Twilight

HOR

Night

WGL

Day

MEP

Twilight

BEN CRN

Wed, 2 May Night WBL

WINNER

Grade 5 No Penalty 485 (250+ Ranking)

485

1405

Maiden Heat 410

410

1325

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

460

7500

Grade 5 No Penalty 600 (250+ Ranking)

600

1620

Restricted Win Heat 525 (1 - 4 Wins)

525

1405

GDR Special Event 699

699

3300

Grade 5 Final 520 (VICGREYS)

520

1650

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Stan Lake Memorial - Special Event 450 (VICGREYS)

450

5900

GDR Special Event 650

650

5000

Special Event 390

390

5000

Warrnambool Cup - S/E Group 2 450

450

47000

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(Final BAL 9/5)

450

1405

WGL

Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)

Twilight

SHP

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 450 (Vic Bred Only)

450

1325

GDR Restricted Win 660 (0 - 4 Wins)

660

3020

Mixed 6/7 Final 390 (VICGREYS)

390

1650

General Destini @ Stud - Grade 5 Heat 450 (General Destini Service to the Final Winner)

450

1405

Grade 5 Final 595

595

7200

Super VICGREYS Series - Grade 5 Final 715 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

715

12000

BAL Night SAN

Day

HVL

Twilight

BEN

Fri, 4 May Night

GEL

TRA Twilight

WBL

Sat, 5 May Night

MEA

HVL Day Sun, 6 May

SAP

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 350

350

825

Maiden Final 500 (VICGREYS)

500

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 400 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

400

3050

S/E Veteran 400

400

1405

Super VICGREYS Series - Grade 5 Heat 520 (Vic Bred Only)

520

1405

Restricted Win Heat 315 (1 - 4 Wins)

315

1405

Restricted Win 390 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

390

1405

Grade 5 No Penalty 450 (250+ Ranking)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

450

1405

Mixed 6/7 Final 525

525

6260

Grade 5 Heat 525

525

5000

Free For All 300 (Grade 4 or Better)

300

950

Rodney Thorneycroft Memorial - GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 350 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

350

3050

Novice Grade 7 595

595

1620

Grade 5 Heat 515 (200+ Ranking)(Final SAP 13/6)

515

1405

Restricted Win 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

515

1405

Mixed 6/7 Final 440 (VICGREYS)

440

1650

Grade 5 440 (Bitches Only)

440

1405

Restricted Win 485 (1 - 4 Wins)

485

1405

Maiden Final 410 (VICGREYS)

410

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Heat 680 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only)

680

1900

Mixed 6/7 Heat 460

460

1405

Twilight

SLE

Day

BAL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(350+ Ranking)

Twilight

TRA

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

SHP

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Full Stakes)

GEL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)

Twilight Tue, 8 May

HOR

Night

WGL

Day

MEP

Wed, 9 May

24

DISTANCE

Day

Thu, 3 May

Mon, 7 May

TITLE OF EVENT Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Grade 5 Heat 600 (No City Wins)

600

1620

Restricted Win 525 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)

525

1405

450

4000

Twilight

BEN

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

BAL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 450 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(Final BAL 9/5)(VICGREYS)

TIME SLOT

TRACK BAL

Wed, 9 May

Night

CRN

Day

WGL

Twilight

SHP

Night

GEL

Thu, 10 Mar

Night

SAN

Day

HVL

Twilight

BEN

Fri, 11 May

GEL Night TRA

Twilight

HOR

Night

MEA

Sat, 12 May

HVL Sun, 13 May

Day SAP

Mon, 14 May

WINNER

450

1650

S/E Veteran 520

520

1405

Maiden Heat 311

311

1325

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)

450

1405

S/E Veteran 390 (250+ Ranking)

390

1405

Speed Star Consolation - Special Event 515 (2 Races)(9-24 Fastest Greyhounds over 515m at SAN/SAP since 1/1/18)($2K to Winner of each Match Race)

515

8000

Bill Collins Speed Star - S/E Group 3 515 (8 Fastest Greyhounds over 515m at SAN/SAP Since 1/1/18)($5,000 to Winner of each Match Race)

515

20000

Lizrene Speed Star - S/E Group 3 715 (8 Fastest Greyhounds over 715m at SAN/SAP Since 1/1/18)($5,000 to Winner of each Match Race)

715

20000

The Racecallers Speed Star - S/E Group 3 595 (8 Fastest Greyhounds over 595m at SAN/SAP Since 1/1/18)($5,000 to Winner of each Match Race)

595

20000

GDR Restricted Win 660 (0 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

660

3020

Mixed 6/7 Heat 425

425

1405

Beckley Park Cannonball Sprint - S/E Heat 400

400

1650

Super VICGREYS Series - Grade 5 Final 520 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

520

1650

Special Event 525 (VICGREYS)

525

2000

Restricted Win Final 315 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

315

1650

Grade 5 No Penalty 485 (250+ Ranking)

485

1405

Grade 5 410 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS)

410

1405

Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)

525

6260

Grade 5 Final 525

525

12000 825

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Aged Prize Money Meeting ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes)

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking)

Healesville Derby - S/E Heat 350 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Dec 2015)

350

Healesville Oaks - S/E Heat 350 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Dec 2015)

350

825

Mother's Day Sprint - Special Event 300 (VICGREYS)(Lady Trainers Only - 3 Month Domiciled Rule Applies)

300

1250

Grade 5 Final 515 (200+ Ranking)(Final SAP 13/6)

515

6260

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 515 (Vic Bred Only)

515

1325

440

1405

410

1405

SLE

Restricted Win Heat 440 (1 - 4 Wins)

Day

BAL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

TRA

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

SHP

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

GEL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

HOR

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 410 (Vic Bred Only)

Tue, 15 May Night

WGL

Day

MEP

Twilight

BEN

Night

BAL

GRV VIC BRED Series - S/E Final 680 (Less Than $25000)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

680

5000

Mixed 6/7 Final 460 (VICGREYS)

460

1650

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 400 (Vic Bred Only)

400

1405

GDR Novice Grade 7 725

725

3020

Mixed 6/7 Heat 525

525

1405

S/E Veteran 450 (VICGREYS)(2 Races)

450

1405

Restricted Win Heat 450 (1 - 4 Wins)

450

1405

311

1405

Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

440

1405

Grade 5 Heat 440 (Final 27/5)

440

1405

CRN

Maiden Final 311 (VICGREYS)

WGL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

SLE

Night

Day

Twilight

Night

BAL

Provincial Full Stakes Sandown Cup - S/E Heat 715 (Best 32)

715

8000

SAN

Sapphire Crown - S/E Heat 515 (Bitches Only)(Best 32)

515

7000

Harrison Dawson - S/E Heat 515 (Dogs Only)(Best 32)

515

7000

HVL

BEN

GEL TRA

Twilight

SHP

Sat, 19 May Night

MEA

CLUBS

570+ DISTANCE

GRV VICBRED SERIES

RANK LIMIT MEETING

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Day

Thu, 17 May

Fri, 18 May

TITLE OF EVENT

Twilight

Twilight

Wed, 16 May

DISTANCE

General Destini @ Stud - Grade 5 Final 450 (VICGREYS)(General Destini Service to the Final Winner)

MAY

DATE

RACING CALENDAR

RACING CALENDAR

VETERAN RACE

FEMALE RACE

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 300

300

825

Mixed 6/7 Final 425 (VICGREYS)

425

1650

Maiden Heat 425

425

1325

Beckley Park Cannonball Sprint - S/E Final 400 (VICGREYS)

400

5000

Maiden Heat 400

400

1325

Mixed 6/7 Heat 525

525

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

450 450

7500 1405

Restricted Win 450 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)(2 Races) Grade 5 Heat 390

390

1405

Grade 5 Final 600 (No City Wins)

600 600

7200 5750

Grade 5 Heat 600

25

MAY

RACING CALENDAR

RACING CALENDAR DATE

TIME SLOT

TRACK

DISTANCE

WINNER

Healesville Derby - S/E Final 350 (Dogs Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Dec 2015)(VICGREYS)

350

7000

Healesville Oaks - S/E Final 350 (Bitches Only)(Whelped on/after 1 Dec 2015)(VICGREYS)

350

7000

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)

515

5000

SAP

Restricted Win Heat 595 (1 - 4 Wins)

595

1620

GDR Restricted Win 650 (0 - 4 Wins)

650

3020

SLE

Restricted Win Final 440 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

440

1650

Maiden Heat 440

440

1325

HVL Day Sun, 20 May Twilight

BAL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

TRA

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Night

SHP

Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)

GEL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Day Mon, 21 May

Twilight

HOR

Tue, 22 May Night

WGL

Day

MEP

Twilight

BEN

Wed, 23 May Night

BAL

3050

Warragul To Sandown - Grade 5 Heat 460 (No City Wins)

460

1405

S/E Veteran 400 (250+ Ranking)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

400

1405

Restricted Win 525 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

525

1405

Maiden Heat 525

525

1325

Restricted Win Final 450 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

450

1650

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 450 (Vic Bred Only)

450

1325

520

1405

GDR Special Event 650

650

3300

Grade 5 Final 390 (VICGREYS)

390

1650

S/E Veteran 450 (250+ Ranking)

450

1405

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

CRN

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

SHP

SAN

Day

HVL

Twilight

BEN GEL

Fri, 25 May Night

TRA

Twilight

CRN

Sat, 26 May Night

MEA HVL

Day Sun, 27 May

SAP

Provincial Full Stakes Restricted Win Final 595 (1 - 4 Wins)

595

7200

Sandown Cup - S/E Group 1 715 (Best 32)

715

175000

Cup Night Stayers - Group Listed 715

715

15000

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

515

12000

Sapphire Crown - S/E Group 1 515 (Bitches Only)(Best 32)

515

100000

Harrison Dawson - S/E Group 1 515 (Dogs Only)(Best 32)

515

100000

1405

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) Maiden Final 425 (VICGREYS)

425

Grade 5 425 (Bitches Only)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

425

1405

GDR Restricted Win 596 (1 - 4 Wins)

596

3020

Maiden Final 400 (VICGREYS)

400

1405

GDR Special Event 665 (VICGREYS)

665

3300

Mixed 6/7 Final 525 (VICGREYS)

525

1650

Maiden Heat 315

315

1325

S/E Veteran 311

311

1405

Restricted Win 311 (Bitches Only)(1 - 4 Wins)

311

1405

Mixed 6/7 Final 525

525

6260

Grade 5 Final 600 Free For All 350 (Grade 4 or Better)

600 350

12000 950

Super VICGREYS Series - Restricted Win Heat 300 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)

300

825

Grade 5 No Penalty 595 (250+ Ranking)

595

1620

Grade 5 Heat 515 (200+ Ranking)

515

1405

Grade 5 Final 440 (Final 27/5)(VICGREYS)

440

1650

Maiden Final 440 (VICGREYS)

440

1405

1405

Twilight

SLE

Day

BAL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

TRA

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

SHP

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

GEL

Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)

Twilight Night

HOR

Restricted Win Heat 485 (1 - 4 Wins)

485

WGL

Maiden Heat 400

400

1325

Restricted Win Heat 600 (1 - 4 Wins)

600

1620

Grade 5 No Penalty 525 (250+ Ranking)

525

1405

Day

MEP

Twilight

BEN BAL

Night

CRN

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking) GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)

450

1405

Restricted Win Final 520 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

520

1650

Maiden Heat 520

520

1325

450

1405

Warragul To Sandown - Grade 5 Final 515 (No City Wins)

515

6260

Grade 5 Final 515 (200+ Ranking)

515

6260

Day

WGL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Twilight

SHP

Mixed 6/7 Heat 450

BAL

Aged Prize Money Meeting ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes)

Thu, 31 May

26

4000

WGL

Night

Wed, 30 May

410 400

Day

GEL

Tue, 29 May

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Final 410 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 400 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

Restricted Win Heat 520 (1 - 4 Wins)

Thu, 24 May

Mon, 28 May

TITLE OF EVENT

Night

SAN

TIME SLOT Day

Fri, 1 Jun

Twilight

Night

Sat, 2 Jun

TRACK HVL

GEL

Mon, 4 Jul

S/E Veteran 350

350

825

S/E Veteran 460 (VICGREYS)(2 Races)

460

1405

Mixed 6/7 Heat 400

400

1405

1405

TRA

Maiden Final 315 (VICGREYS)

315

Restricted Win 410 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

410

1405

Grade 5 410 (Bitches Only)

410

1405

HOR

Night

MEA

Day SAP

Maiden Final 525

525

5000

Healesville Super Sprint - S/E Heat 350

350

825

Super VICGREYS Series - Restricted Win Final 300 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

300

825

GDR Grade 5 715 (No City Wins)

715

3020

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 515 (Vic Bred Only)(No City Wins)

515

1405

440

1405

Restricted Win Final 485 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

485

1650

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 485 (Vic Bred Only)

485

1405

Twilight

SLE

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 440 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)

Day

BAL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(325+ Ranking)

Twilight

TRA

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

SHP

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Full Stakes)

GEL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

HOR

Tue, 5 Jun Night

WGL

Day

MEP

Twilight

BEN BAL

Wed, 6 Jun Night

CRN

Super VICGREYS Series - S/E Heat 460 (Vic Bred Only)

460

1650

Maiden Final 400 (VICGREYS)

400

1405

Grade 5 400 (Bitches Only)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

400

1405

Restricted Win Heat 525 (1 - 4 Wins)

525

1405

Grade 5 No Penalty 525 (250+ Ranking)

525

1405

Day

WGL

Twilight

SHP

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

450

7500

GDR Special Event 660

660

3300

GDR Restricted Win 699 (1 - 4 Wins)

699

3020

Maiden Final 520 (VICGREYS)

520

1405

311

1405

Mixed 6/7 Final 450 (VICGREYS)

450

1650

S/E Veteran 390 (250+ Ranking)

390

1405

GEL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes) GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)(No City Wins)

Day

HVL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking)

Twilight

BEN

Restricted Win Heat 425 (1 - 4 Wins)

Fri, 8 Jun Night

Sat, 9 Jun

GEL

515

9060

425

1405

GDR Grade 5 596

596

3020

Mixed 6/7 Final 400 (VICGREYS)

400

1650

GRV VICBRED SERIES

TRA

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 525 (Vic Bred Only)

525

1325

BEN

Grade 5 500 (Bitches Only)(2 Races)(VICGREYS)

500

1405

Night

MEA

Restricted Win Final 600 (1 - 4 Wins)

600

7200

Grade 5 Heat 525

525

5000

Day SAP

Sun, 10 Jun

Twilight

SLE

Free For All 300 (VICGREYS)(Grade 4 or Better)

300

950

Healesville Super Sprint - S/E Final 350 (VICGREYS)

350

3000

Grade 5 No Penalty 515 (250+ Ranking)

515

1405

Maiden Heat 515

515

1325

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 440 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

440

4000

Grade 5 440 (Bitches Only)

440

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 485 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

485

3050

Doug Hughes Memorial Maiden Heat 410

410

1325

GDR Restricted Win 680 (1 - 4 Wins)

680

3020

Super VICGREYS Series - S/E Final 460 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

460

1650

Mixed 6/7 Heat 400

400

1405

Day

BAL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

TRA

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Night

SHP

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)

GEL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

HOR

Tue, 12 Jun Night

WGL

570+ DISTANCE

Twilight

HVL

Mon, 11 Jun

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

SAN

Night

CLUBS

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

S/E Veteran 311 (Less Than $50,000)

Thu, 7 Jun

WINNER

Provincial Full Stakes

Twilight

Twilight

DISTANCE

BEN

HVL Sun, 3 Jun

TITLE OF EVENT Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)

MAY

DATE

RACING CALENDAR

RACING CALENDAR

RANK LIMIT MEETING

VETERAN RACE

FEMALE RACE

27

JUNE

RACING CALENDAR

RACING CALENDAR DATE

TIME SLOT

DISTANCE

WINNER

Grade 5 Heat 525 (200+ Ranking)

525

1405

Restricted Win 525 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

525

1405

Grade 5 Heat 440 (Final Sale 24/6)

440

1405

Restricted Win 440 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

440

1405

BAL

Grade 5 450 (Bitches Only)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

450

1405

CRN

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 520 (Vic Bred Only)

520

1405

Day

WGL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

SHP

Slips To Boxes - Special Event 390 (VICGREYS)(Field Drawn From Longwood Coursing 3/6)

390

1650

Restricted Win Heat 390 (1 - 4 Wins)

390

1405

515

5000

Day

Wed, 13 Jun

Twilight

Night

Thu, 14 Jun

Night

Day

Fri, 15 Jun

Twilight

TRACK MEP

SLE

BEN

Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens)

SAN

Maiden Final 515

HVL

BEN

GEL Night

Twilight Sat, 16 Jun

Night

TRA BAL MEA

HVL Sun, 17 Jun

Mon, 18 Jun

Day SAP

300

825

GDR Special Event 660 (VICGREYS)(2 Races)

660

3300

Restricted Win Final 425 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

425

1650

Bendigo To The Meadows - Restricted Win Heat 500 (1 - 4 Wins)(No City Wins)

500

1405

Restricted Win Heat 460 (1 - 4 Wins)

460

1405

Glenview Cup - S/E Heat 395

395

1650

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 525 (Vic Bred Only)

525

1405

S/E Veteran 390 (VICGREYS)(2 Races)

390

1405

Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)

525

6260

Grade 5 Final 525 (VICGREYS)

525

12000

HGA Puppy Championship - S/E Heat 300 (Whelped on/after 1 Jan 2016)

300

825

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 350 (Vic Bred Only)

350

825

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 515 (Vic Bred Only)

515

1405

Grade 5 515 (Bitches Only)

515

1405

Maiden Heat 440

440

1325

Day

BAL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(325+ Ranking)

Twilight

TRA

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

SHP

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

GEL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

HOR

Doug Hughes Memorial Maiden Final 410 (VICGREYS)

410

1405 1650

Night

WGL

Mixed 6/7 Final 400 (VICGREYS)

400

S/E Veteran 460

460

1405

GDR Novice Grade 7 600

600

3020

Maiden Heat 525

525

1325

Day

MEP

Twilight

BEN

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

BAL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Heat 450 (Vic Bred Only)

450

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 520 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

520

3050

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 699 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)

699

1620

Restricted Win Final 390 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

390

1650 1405

Night

CRN

Day

WGL

Twilight

SHP

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

S/E Veteran 450 (VICGREYS)(2 Races)(250+ Ranking)

450

GEL

GDR Special Event 596

596

3300

SAN

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Final 515 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

515

10000

Day

HVL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(275+ Ranking)

Twilight

BEN

Thu, 21 Jun Night

GEL Fri, 22 Jun Night TRA

Twilight

WGL

Night

MEA HVL

Day SAP

Sun, 24 Jun

28

S/E Veteran 300

SLE

Tue, 19 Jun

Sat, 23 Jun

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking)

Twilight

Twilight

Wed, 20 Jun

TITLE OF EVENT

Twilight

SLE

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Heat 425 (Vic Bred Only)

425

1325

Restricted Win Final 460 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)

460

1650

Grade 5 400 (Bitches Only)(VICGREYS)(3 Races)

400

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Final 525 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

525

7500

Life Members Cup - Special Event 595 (VICGREYS)

595

7000

Glenview Cup - S/E Final 395 (VICGREYS)

395

7000

Special Event 525

525

2000

Provincial Half Stakes (Preference Given To Maidens) Bendigo To The Meadows - Restricted Win Final 525 (1 - 4 Wins)(No City Wins) Grade 5 Final 525 (200+ Ranking)

525 525

6260 6260

HGA Puppy Championship - S/E Final 300 (Whelped on/after 1 Jan 2016)(VICGREYS)

300

3500

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Final 350 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

350

3050

Grade 5 Heat 595

595

1620

Restricted Win 515 (1 - 3 Wins)(250+ Ranking)

515

1405

GDR Special Event 650

650

3300

Grade 5 Final 440 (Final Sale 24/6)(VICGREYS)

440

1650

Maiden Final 440 (VICGREYS)

440

1405

TIME SLOT

TRACK

Day

BAL

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Twilight

TRA

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

Night

SHP

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

GEL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(300+ Ranking)

Mon, 25 Jun

Twilight

Tue, 26 Jun

Wed, 27 Jun

WINNER

Mixed 6/7 Heat 410

410

1405

Night

WGL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Heat 460 (1 - 4 Wins)(Vic Bred Only)

460

1405

Day

MEP

Mixed 6/7 Heat 525

525

1405

Grade 5 525 (Bitches Only)

525

1405

Twilight

BEN

Provincial Non-Penalty - Tier 3 (Half Stakes)

BAL

GRV VIC BRED Series - Mixed 6/7 Final 450 (Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

450

4000

CRN

GRV VIC BRED Series - Restricted Win Final 699 (0 - 6 Wins)(No City Wins)(Vic Bred Only)(VICGREYS)

699

5000

HOR

Grade 5 No Penalty 410 (250+ Ranking)

410

1405

GDR Special Event 650 (VICGREYS)(2 Races)

650

3300

Maiden Heat 390

390

1325

595

7200

Day Twilight Night

SHP BAL

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(325+ Ranking)

SAN

Grade 5 Final 595

Day

HVL

Twilight

TRA

Fri, 29 Jun

GEL Night BEN

Sat, 30 Jun

DISTANCE

HOR

Night

Thu, 28 Jun

TITLE OF EVENT

JUNE

DATE

RACING CALENDAR

RACING CALENDAR

570+ DISTANCE

GRV VICBRED SERIES

RANK LIMIT MEETING

Rank Limit (Half Stakes)(250+ Ranking) S/E Veteran 350

350

825

GDR Restricted Win 595 (1 - 4 Wins)(VICGREYS)(2 Races)

595

3020

S/E Veteran 400

400

1405

Maiden Heat 460

460

1325

GRV VIC BRED Series - Maiden Semi Final 425 (Vic Bred Only)

425

1405

GRV VIC BRED Series - Grade 5 Heat 500 (Vic Bred Only)

500

1405

Twilight

CRN

Grade 5 311 (Bitches Only)

311

1405

Night

MEA

Maiden Final 525

525

5000

VETERAN RACE

FEMALE RACE

CLUBS

QUIZ ANSWERS Q1. Born Ali Q2. 1986-1989 Q3. Aussie Infrared 2 Points - Q4. Steven White with Paua To Burn Q5. Werribee Football Club Q6. 29.119 seconds 3 Points - Q7. Dogs for Kids with Disabilities

1 Point -

0-4 5-8 9 - 11 12

SCORE

Still a maiden Country class City standard Group 1 performer

REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULE MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

TIMESLOT

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

DAY

CLUB

Ballarat

Meadows (MEP)

Warragul

Healesville

STAKES

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 3

Healesville Level 3

SKY

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1 & 2

CLUB

Sandown (SAP)

STAKES

Level 2

SKY

SKY 2

TIMESLOT

TWILIGHT

CLUB

Traralgon

Horsham

Bendigo

Shepparton

Bendigo

Rotate

Sale

STAKES

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

SKY

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1 & 2

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 2

SKY 1

CLUB

Geelong

STAKES

Level 3

SKY

SKY 1 & 2

TIMESLOT

NIGHT

CLUB

Shepparton

Warragul

Ballarat

Sandown

Geelong

The Meadows

STAKES

Level 3

Level 2

Level 2

Level 1

Level 2

Level 1

SKY

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1

SKY 1

CLUB

Cranbourne

Warrnambool

Traralgon

STAKES

Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

SKY

SKY 1

SKY 1 & 2

SKY 2

4

4

DAILY LEVEL 1

3

3

4

2

SKY 1

16

12

SKY 2

3

9

SKY 1 & 2

4

23

TOTAL

23

Metro

2

LEVEL 2

Provincial

LEVEL 3

Tier 3, Ranking Meetings, Maidens Pref & HVL Half Stakes

TOTAL

3

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Professional Standards & Integrity report 1400

Fail To Chase:

37

Satisfactory Trials Cleared:

60

Satisfactory Trials Not Cleared:

16

Swabs Taken:

1022

Frank Meyer: Mr Meyer appeared before the RADB on 28 November 2017 and was subject to a charge pursuant to GAR 86(f), for using offensive language towards a Steward. Mr Meyer pleaded not guilty. The RADB found Mr Meyer guilty and fined him $500 fine.

1000 800 600

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Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) results received in March

1200

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Marring:

pending no further breach of GAR 83 in the next 12 months.

In addition, Mustang Sammy is disqualified from race 7 at Cranbourne on 25 October 2017.

SWABS TAKEN

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RACING STATISTICS - MARCH 2018

2017

2018

PROSECUTIONS OVERVIEW Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board (RADB) Ian Cockerell - RADB Hearing 21 March 2018 – GAR69(A) (1) 'Gregorovitch' at Sandown on 15 March 2018 - Stewards charged Gregorovitch with failing to pursue the lure with due commitment. Mr. Cockerell appealed the decision. The RADB dismissed the appeal.

Shane Whitney - RADB Hearing 21 March 2018, GAR 71 ‘Sleater’ at Sandown on 15 March 2018 – Stewards charged ‘Sleater’ with an unsatisfactory performance. Mr Whitney appealed the decision. The RADB dismissed the appeal.

Dennis Brown - RADB Hearing 23 March 2018, GAR69(A) (1) 'Dashing Max' at Sale on 18 March 2018 - Stewards charged Dashing Max with failing to pursue the lure with due commitment. Mr. Brown appealed the decision. The RADB dismissed the appeal.

Evan Keene – RADB Hearing 27 March 2018 – GAR 83 (2) (3), failed to present the greyhound ‘Richardo Sanchez’ free of any prohibited substance (arsenic) for an event at the Bendigo meeting held on 31 October 2017. The RADB imposed a disqualification for a period of 6 months wholly suspended pending no further breach of GAR 83 in the next 2 years. In addition, ‘Richardo Sanchez’ was disqualified from race 1 at Bendigo on 31 October 2017.

GRV appealed the penalty and VCAT decided to impose a $1000 fine (with $500 of that amount suspended for 2 years) and recommended Mr Meyer write a letter of apology and undertake an anger management course. The VCAT Member stated that if it was not for Mr Meyer’s personal circumstances, a period of suspension would have been imposed. The VCAT Member also agreed with GRV’s submission that such conduct is no longer tolerated in the sports industry.

Peter Trim: Mr Trim appeared before the RADB on 18 July 2017 on three animal welfare charges (GAR 106(1)(a), GAR 106(1) (c) and LRR 42.1) and a treatment record charge (GAR 84A(1)).

On the animal welfare charges, the RADB imposed a 9 month disqualification, with 3 months suspended for 12 months, and imposed a $500 fine on the treatment record charge.

Mr Trim appealed the RADB findings of guilt and penalty to VCAT. VCAT again found Mr Trim guilty of all charges. However, VCAT reduced Mr Trim’s penalty to a 6 month suspension, wholly suspended on the animal welfare charges (GAR 106(1)(a), GAR 106(1)(c) and LRR 42.1) and a $500 fine on the treatment record charge (GAR 84A(1)).

Jason Stemmer: On 9 November 2016, the RADB imposed a 12 month disqualification (with 9 months suspended for 12 months) on Mr Stemmer for breaches of GAR 83(1A) (administration) and GAR 83(2) (presentation), with the prohibited substance being cobalt.

Matthew Clark - RADB Hearing 29 March 2018, GAR 69, 'Pancake' at Traralgon on 23 March 2018 - Stewards charged Pancake with Marring. Mr. Clark appealed the decision. The RADB dismissed the appeal.

Mr Stemmer appealed the matter to VCAT. As the parties agreed that outcome of the matter of Kavanagh v O’Brien would be relevant to the issues in dispute in this case, the matter was adjourned until that case was resolved. The outcome of Kavanagh v O’Brien was favourable to GRV in the context of establishing the charges before VCA in this matter.

Patrick Leonard – RADB Hearing 29 March 2018 - GAR83(2)(3) failing to present the greyhound ‘Mustang Sammy’ free of any prohibited substance (Caffeine) for an event at the Cranbourne meeting on 25 October 2017. The RADB imposed a 3 months’ suspension but that 2 months of that period be suspended

The matter was eventually heard before VCAT on 15 March 2018. Mr Stemmer decided to plead guilty to the administration (GAR 83(1A)) and presentation (GAR 83(2)) charges. In all of Mr Stemmer’s circumstances, VCAT decided to wholly suspend the 12 month disqualification.

Testing Dates Re-homing of all greyhounds is a key goal for GRV. To assist owners with re-homing their greyhounds, spaces in the pre-entry assessment sessions are now booked through Member Services during office hours on 03 83291100 or by emailing gapbooking@grv.org.au

LOCATION

TESTING DAY

TIME

GAP/Seymour

Tuesday, 1 May 2018 (FULL)

9.00am to 12.00pm

Ballarat

Wednesday, 2 May 2018 (FULL)

9.00am to 12.00pm

Sandown

Monday, 7 May 2018 (FULL)

10.00am to 1.00pm

Meadows

Tuesday, 8 May 2018 (FULL)

9.30am to 12.30pm

All sessions for the next 3 months are listed on this page, with later dates released each month.

To be eligible for a pre-entry assessment your greyhound must:

Warrnambool

Wednesday, 9 May 2018 (FULL)

9.00am to 12.00pm

•

have a current C5 vaccination AS PER THE NEW REQUIREMENTS* described below and given at least 10 days before the pre-entry • assessment; and not have been trained, trialled or raced for at least one month (preferably two months) prior to the testing day (“wind-down period”). This will increase the likelihood of your greyhound passing the temperament test. The ‘Racing to Retirement’ information booklet is available through Member Services or at: Only three greyhounds per connection can be booked in each pre-entry assessment session.

Participants must provide a good quality, well fitted wire muzzle when entering a greyhound into GAP. NOTE: The entry fee for greyhounds into the GAP has been waived permanently.

Pre-entry Assessment Booking Number:

03 8329 1100

Pre-entry Assessment email:

gapbooking@grv.org.au

9.00am to 12.00pm

Ballarat

Wednesday, 16 May 2018 (FULL)

9.00am to 12.00pm

Sandown

Monday, 21 May 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

Meadows

Tuesday, 22 May 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Cranbourne

Tuesday, 22 May 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

Bendigo

Monday, 28 May 2018 (FULL)

10.30am to 1.30pm

GAP/Seymour

Tuesday, 29 May 2018 (FULL)

9.00am to 12.00pm

Geelong

Thursday, 31 May 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Sandown

Monday, 4 June 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

Meadows

Tuesday, 5 June 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Ballarat

Wednesday, 6 June 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

GAP/Seymour

Tuesday, 12 June 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Geelong

Thursday, 14 June 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Shepparton

Monday, 18 June 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Meadows

Tuesday, 19 June 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Cranbourne

Tuesday, 19 June 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

Bendigo

Monday, 25 June 2018

10.30am to 1.30pm

GAP/Seymour

Tuesday, 26 June 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Geelong

Thursday, 28 June 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Sandown

Monday, 2 July 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

GAP/Seymour

Tuesday, 3 July 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Ballarat

Wednesday, 4 July 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

GAP/Seymour

Monday, 9 July 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Sale

Tuesday, 10 July 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Geelong

Thursday, 12 July 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Sandown

Monday, 16 July 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

Meadows

Tuesday, 17 July 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Cranbourne

Tuesday, 17 July 2018

10.00am to 1.00pm

Bendigo

Monday, 23 July 2018

10.30am to 1.30pm

GAP/Seymour

Tuesday, 24 July 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Ballarat

Wednesday, 25 July 2018

9.00am to 12.00pm

Shepparton

Monday, 30 July 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Meadows

Tuesday, 31 July 2018

9.30am to 12.30pm

Please Note: Status of sessions marked as FULL are as at the time of final proofing and may change prior to publication. Testing dates and times are subject to change.

*NEW GAP VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS From 1 March 2018, your greyhound must have had the following vaccinations: • Parvovirus, Distemper and Hepatitis (C3) within the last 2½ years (or within the last 1 year if the last C3 was given earlier than 12 months of age); and • Kennel Cough (both Bordetella and Parainfluenza) within the last 6 months where the Bordetella component is given as an intra-nasal or oral vaccine.

The simplest method to achieve this is an injectable C3 vaccine plus the standard intra-nasal Kennel Cough vaccine.

If you or your veterinarian have any questions on these requirements please contact GRV.

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that GAP adopted more than 1,300 greyhounds into the homes of Victorian families in the 2017 financial year?

That’s an average of more than three per day!

9.30am to 12.30pm

Tuesday, 15 May 2018

MAY 2018

Did you know

Monday, 14 May 2018 (FULL)

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greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/retirement-from-racing.

Shepparton GAP/Seymour

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Welfare Report

By Gavin Goble General Manager Animal Welfare

Local Rule 42.6: Medical and Behavioural exceptions Local Rule 42.6 requires that an owner makes all reasonable efforts to re-home their fit and healthy greyhound, including minimum specified re-homing efforts. If these re-homing attempts are unsuccessful, and a decision to euthanase is made, LR 42.6 requires owners to submit a Notice of Intention (NoI) to Euthanase at least 14 days prior. This NoI is a FastTrack form found under the ‘My Dogs’ tab.

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In cases where a greyhound is suffering from a serious medical condition or has significant behavioural issues that make it unsuitable for re-homing as a pet, LR 42.6 provides some exceptions (exemptions) to the re-homing and NoI requirements of the rule. To assist participants with compliance with the rule, below is some information about the requirements when seeking a medical or behavioural exemption.

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On-Track Seminar Series The next topic in GRV’s on-track seminar series will commence in mid May 2018 and will be a refresher information session on Local Rule 42.6. The seminar will also provide information about the Greyhound Recovery Initiative (GRI). Animal welfare staff will be at the race meetings listed below to introduce the topic, so please feel free to come and chat to the team, especially if you have any questions about LR 42.6.

Ballarat - Monday 14 May (Day) Bendigo - Wednesday 16 May (Twilight) Warragul - Thursday 17 May (Day) Traralgon - Monday 21 May (Twilight)

Behavioural exemption

Cranbourne - Saturday 26 May (Twilight)

An owner may be exempt from the re-homing requirements of the rule if a registered veterinarian certifies that the greyhound is displaying significant behavioural characteristics that negatively impact on its suitability as a pet, including aggression towards humans or other animals. If a behavioural exemption is sought, owners must first complete the 28- day wind down period. A veterinary certificate for a behavioural exemption will only be accepted if the veterinarian certifies that the greyhound is unsuitable for re-homing due to a significant behavioural issue in the form prescribed under the rule.

Horsham - Tuesday 29 May (Twilight)

To support participants in compliance with the rule when seeking a behavioural exemption, GRV has updated the approved Greyhound Re-homing Unsuitability Certificate template that contains the required certification under the rule (see below for information on where to find this form). Please note that participants seeking a behavioural exemption are still required to submit an NoI 14 days prior to any euthanasia, and a euthanasia certificate after the fact. The Greyhound Re-homing Unsuitability Certificate must be provided to support the NoI.

Healesville - Friday 1 June (Day)

Focus group discussions on the socialisation of greyhounds You may have seen an advertisement in the March 2018 issue of Greyhound Monthly inviting participants to take part in research being undertaken by the University of Melbourne, through the Animal Welfare Science Centre (AWSC). This research is being funded by GRV as part of its education and research frameworks to find out what participants think about socialisation and how it impacts on racing success – i.e. early vs post racing socialisation.

Medical exemption In the case of a euthanasia on serious medical grounds, to be exempt from the re-homing and NoI requirements of the rule, you must ensure that you have certification from a registered veterinarian that the greyhound is suffering from an incurable condition or an injury that causes significant pain or discomfort or a marked reduction in quality of life. GRV has also updated the approved Euthanasia Certificate that contains the required certification under the rule.

To ensure compliance with the rule if seeking a medical exemption, GRV recommends that owners take a copy of the approved form to your veterinary appointment. While many veterinarians may hold copies of this form, it is ultimately the owner’s responsibility to ensure compliance with LR 42.6.

GRV has a participant support package for LR 42.6 which includes a fact sheet and frequently asked questions, a rehoming checklist and copies of the approved templates for the various certificates.

For a copy of the support package, including approved forms, please call GRV on 8329 1100 or email retirements@grv.org.au.

The information and forms can also be found at www.greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/new-local-rule-42-6/.

Regarding the advertisement, which included logos for several organisations including Victorian Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR), I would like to clarify that none of these groups are associated with this piece of research. Rather, they are partners generally in AWSC, and research conducted by one organisation under the umbrella of the Centre does not directly impact on policy or regulation by another member organisation - so DEDJTR has no direct involvement in this socialisation research.

HAS YOUR GREYHOUND BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED AT THE TRACK?

ASK THE ON-TRACK VET about GRV funding* for a full injury assessment off-track Further funding* may be available for treatment of eligible injuries.

Make an informed decision about the future of your greyhound *GRV’s new Greyhound Recovery Initiative (GRI) program

Racing Injury Working Party

By Molly Haines GRV has set up a working party to review all catastrophic and major injuries on greyhound tracks in Victoria, with the purpose of providing safety improvements at GRV Clubs and private facilities.

The Racing Injury Working Party (RIWP) is headed by Acting General Manager Racing, Scott Robins and is made up of relevant GRV staff who look for trends or regular occurrences in racing incidents.

The RIWP meets once a month and, following its commencement in August 2017, has driven operational improvements at GRV facilities as well as individual kennel inspections to aid in improved animal welfare standards moving forward.

All Greyhound Recovery Initiative cases (refer to ad above), including take-ups or denials, are also reviewed by the RIWP. MAY 2018

Breeding Tips with Barry Smith

First Aid with Dr. Chris Boemo

Training Tips with Robert Britton

Preparing for re-homing

Coursing Tips with Peter Craig

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CLUB DIRECTORY

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BALLARAT Ballarat Greyhound Racing Club President: Alf King Manager: Dan Veberne Tel: (03) 5335 7201 Fax: (03) 5335 7104 Email: ballarat@grv.org.au Website: ballarat.grv.org.au Address: Corner of Rubicon &

Sutton Streets, Ballarat Postal: PO Box 175R, Reden, 3350

HORSHAM Horsham Greyhound Racing Club President: Ian Bibby Manager: Justin Brilliant Tel: (03) 5382 4329 Fax: (03) 5382 1949 Email: horsham@grv.org.au Website: horsham.grv.org.au Address: Horsham Showgrounds,

Horsham, 3400 Postal: PO Box 458, Horsham, 3400

TRARALGON Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club President: Don Haley Manager: Steven Clarke Tel: (03) 5174 2135 Fax: (03) 5174 6877 Email: traralgon@grv.org.au Website: traralgon.grv.org.au Address: Glenview Park,

McNairn Road, Traralgon Postal: PO Box 329, Traralgon 3844

BENDIGO Bendigo Greyhound Racing Association President: Robert Douglas Manager: Troy Harley Tel: (03) 5449 3322 Fax: (03) 5449 3348 Email: bendigo@grv.org.au Website: bendigo.grv.org.au Address: Lords Raceway, McIvor Highway, Junortoun, 3551 Postal: PO Box 7, Junortoun, 3551

THE MEADOWS Melbourne Greyhound Racing Association Chairman: Eddie Caruana Manager: Marg Long Tel: (03) 9355 5222 Fax: (03) 9355 5255 Email: meadows@grv.org.au Website: themeadows.org.au Address: 80 Northcorp Boulevard

Broadmeadows VIC, 3047 Postal: PO Box 103,

Campbellfield, 3061 SALE Sale Greyhound Racing Club President: John Waugh Manager: Des Dooley Tel: (03) 5144 2148 Fax: (03) 5144 1910 Email: sale@grv.org.au Website: sale.grv.org.au Address: Sale Showgrounds,

Sale Maffra Road Postal: PO Box 44, Sale 3850

WARRAGUL Warragul Greyhound Racing Club President: Bob Iredale Manager: Adrian Scott Tel: (03) 5623 1867 Fax: (03) 5623 4252 Email: warragul@grv.org.au Website: warragul.grv.org.au Address: Logan Park, Warragul VIC 3820 Postal: PO Box 313, Warragul 3820

CRANBOURNE Cranbourne Greyhound Racing Club President: Greg Carter Manager: Amanda Cameron Tel: (03) 5996 2393 Fax: (03) 5996 3493 Email: cranbourne@grv.org.au Website: cranbourne.grv.org.au Address: Grant Street,

Cranbourne , VIC, 3977 Postal: PO Box 55 Cranbourne, 3977 GEELONG Geelong Greyhound Racing Club Chairman: Mark Pearson Manager: David Hoey Tel: (03) 5275 2298 Fax: (03) 5275 5211 Email: geelong@grv.org.au Website: geelong.grv.org.au Address: Beckley Park,

Broderick Road, Corio, 3214 Postal: PO Box 125, Corio, 3214 HEALESVILLE Healesville Greyhound Association Inc. Administrator: Anthony Mitchell Manager: Cynthia O’Brien Tel: (03) 5962 2420 Email: healesville@grv.org.au Website: healesville.grv.org.au Address: Healesville Sports Complex,

Cnr Don & Donald Roads,

Healesville, 3777 Postal: PO Box 1170, Healesville, 3777

SANDOWN Sandown Greyhound Racing Club Chairman: Neil Brown Manager: Greg Miller Tel: (03) 9546 9511 Fax: (03) 9558 4453 Email: sandown@grv.org.au Website: sandowngreyhounds.com.au Address: Lightwood Road,

Springvale, VIC 3171 Postal: PO Box 13, Springvale 3171 SHEPPARTON Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club President: Tracey Fothergill Manager: Carl McGrath Tel: (03) 5823 5577 Fax: (03) 5823 5522 Email: shepparton@grv.org.au Website: shepparton.grv.org.au Address: 7580 Goulburn Valley

Highway, Kialla 3631 Postal: PO Box 7528, Shepparton 3632

WARRNAMBOOL Warrnambool Greyhound Racing Club Administrator: Robert Lane Manager: Craig Monigatti Tel: (03) 5561 2766 Fax: (03) 5561 2768 Email: warrnambool@grv.org.au Website: warrnambool.grv.org.au Address: Warrnambool Showgrounds,

Koroit Street, Warrnambool Postal: PO Box 115,

Warrnambool 3280

COURSING CLUB DIRECTORY BENALLA Benalla Plumpton Coursing Club President: Andrew Scott Mobile: 0400 077 617 Address: Benalla Racecourse,

Midland Highway, Benalla,

VIC 3672 LANG LANG Lang Lang Coursing Club President: John Clay Mobile: 0419 559 738 Address: McDonalds Track,

Lang Lang, VIC 3984 LONGWOOD Longwood Coursing Club President: Gary Robinson Tel: (03) 5798 1407 Mobile: 0439 981 270 Address: Longwood Sports Complex,

Down Street, Longwood, VIC 3665

TRIAL INFORMATION

Bookings open Friday at 9.00am Wednesday Night - (Pen): Following the race meeting Thursday - (Arm): 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Bookings open Monday at 9:00am Saturday – (Pen): 8:00am to 8:45am.

(Arm): 8:45am to 11:30am Bookings open Wednesday at 9:00am BENDIGO Monday - (Break In/Education): 8:00am Tuesday - (Arm): 8:00am - Until completion Wednesday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Thursday - (Break In/Education): 8:00am - Until completion Friday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm): 8:00am - Until completion

Hoop trials are run on Tuesday after the races Hoop trials CANNOT be booked online.

They must be booked by Phone or office.

Booking opening times for Tuesday are from 12.00 pm on the same day as trial session.

Any queries can be made by contacting the office or via email.

Please Note: Greyhound welfare is the full responsibility of the owner/trainer/attendant at all times on the grounds of the Healesville Greyhound Association.

HORSHAM Tuesday - (Pen) Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm Only) 9:00am - Until completion Bookings essential by phoning the club.

THE MEADOWS Monday - (Arm/Pen): Trials start at 1pm.

Bookings from 1pm on Saturday & close at 11am sharp on Monday.

Wednesday - (Pen) Trials start after the last race.

Bookings from 8:30am Wednesday.

Friday - (Arm) Trials start at 8:30am Bookings close at 4:00pm sharp on Thursday.

No trials public holidays SALE Tuesday - (Arm): 8:00am – Until completion. Pen trials between 9:00am – 9:30am.

Wednesday - (Arm): 8:00am – Until completion Saturday - (Arm): 7:30am – Until completion Sunday – (Pen): Following the race meetings The new training bullring is operational with sessions on Mondays and Thursdays at 8am.

Bookings with the Club only.

SANDOWN Wednesday - (Arm): 1:00pm – Until Completion Saturday - (Pen, Field, Arm): 7:00am – Until completion Sunday - (Satisfactory and Field): Following the race meeting

TRARALGON Monday – (Pen): Following the race meeting Tuesday - (Arm): 8:00am – Until completion Thursday – (Arm): 8:00am – Until completion Saturday – (Pen): Following the race meeting WARRAGUL Tuesday – (Pen): Following the race meeting Wednesday – (Arm): 12:00pm to 5:00pm Thursday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Friday – (Arm): 8:00am to 1:00pm WARRNAMBOOL Tuesday - (Arm): 8:00am - Until completion Thursday Night: After last race – Pen trials only, 308M 390M 450M Saturday Morning: 8:00am start until finished – Arm or Pen trials.

COURSING TRIAL INFO

BENALLA 340m approx. Grass surface (Drag) Bookings by appointment LANG LANG 320m approx. Grass surface (Drag) Sunday - 9.30 am until completion, weather permitting Bookings via phone on Thursdays 10.00am till 4pm LONGWOOD 350m approx. Grass surface (Trolley) Sunday - 8.30am – 10am (by order of arrival) Tuesday - Booked Trials only

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GEELONG Wednesday & Saturday (Hoop) 8:30am – 3:00pm Inside track (520m BTB, 596m) 8:30 am – 10:00 am Outside track (400m, 460m, 680m) 10:15am – 3:00pm Bookings for Wednesday and Saturday Trials sessions will now be open online or via office, one week prior to a trial session.

Tuesday (Hoop)

Race days: Half field trials only- no solo trials.

Satisfactory trials by arrangement – must be booked with the club by calling the office on 5962 2420. Trainers will need to provide 4 greyhounds where required. Dogs cleared at Healesville will only be cleared to race at Healesville.

MAY 2018

CRANBOURNE Monday - (Arm): 2:00pm to 5:00pm, and must be booked by phone before 2:00pm Monday - (Pen): 6pm until completion, and must be booked by phone before 6pm Wednesday - (Pen): After the race meeting Thursday - (Arm): 7:30am to 1:00pm, and must be booked by COB Wednesday.

Bookings open Monday at 10:00am and close at 4:00pm Tuesday. Cancellations to be phoned to office on 5962 2420 and leave a message.

Bookings are essential for all trial sessions conducted at greyhound tracks in Victoria, except Longwood. Bookings can be made in person, by phone or via FastTrack (except Benalla, Cranbourne, Horsham, Lang Lang, Longwood and Warrnambool).

Tuesday - (Arm): 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.

SHEPPARTON Monday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Wednesday - (Arm): 8:00am – Until completion Thursday - (Pen): Following the race meeting Saturday - (Arm): 8:00am – Until completion

Pen trials conducted after race meetings are required to be booked on the day by no later than race 8 via phone.

Monday Afternoon - (Pen): Following the race meeting

HEALESVILLE Winter Trial Times Wednesday - (Pen): 10:00am to 12:00pm - (300m) 12:00am - 2:30pm (350m)

Satisfactory Trials are conducted following TAB race meetings. wTrial sessions are subject to late change and weather conditions.

BALLARAT

For more information please contact the relevant race club directly

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WARRNAMBOOL TRACK CLOSURE Please note that due to the kennel block refurbishment, judges tower construction, pavilion upgrade and track works at the Warrnambool GRC from May to August 2018, the following meeting have been re-scheduled: Thursday (Night) 10th May - Geelong GRC - Aged Prizemoney Meeting ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Thursday (Night) 17th May - Ballarat GRC - Full Provincial Stakes Meeting Thursday (Night) 24th May - Geelong GRC - Full Provincial Stakes Meeting Thursday (Night) 31st May - Ballarat GRC - Aged Prizemoney Meeting ($2,000 Limit)(Half Stakes) Thursday (Night) 7th June - Geelong GRC - Tier 3 Meeting (Half Stakes) Saturday (Twilight) 9th June - Bendigo GRC - Full Provincial Stakes Meeting Thursday (Night) 14th June - Ballarat GRC - Full Provincial Stakes Meeting Thursday (Night) 21st June - Geelong GRC - Full Provincial Stakes Meeting Thursday (Night) 28th June - Ballarat GRC - Rank Limit Meeting (325+ Rank)(Half Stakes) Thursday (Night) 5th July - Geelong GRC Saturday (Twilight) 7th July - Horsham GRC Thursday (Night) 12th July - Ballarat GRC Thursday (Night) 19th July - Geelong GRC Thursday (Night) 26th July - Ballarat GRC Thursday (Night) 2nd August - Geelong GRC Thursday (Night) 9th August - Ballarat GRC

Warrnambool's final race meeting before the closure will be held on Saturday 5th May 2018. Please note all meetings at Geelong GRC will be conducted behind the Finish On Lure (FOL). The meetings held during July and August will have the meeting type defined closer to the date dependent on the greyhound population and nomination demand at the time.

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