Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 04 June 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: Out 4 metres entire circumference.

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, T. Smith (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart (Betting), H. McAlister (Swab), A. Clark (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Joyce (Veterinarian).

GENERAL: As B. Stanley was injured and App. S. Brewer was experiencing transport difficulties, the following rider changes were permitted.

Race 1: J. Penza on PORTRUSH           Race 4: J. Ford on SKY SIGN

Race 4: K. Fujii on VAKRIS                   Race 5: J. Penza on CASUAL RELIEF

Race 7: J. Penza on TOP HOLE

RACE 1: TWO YEAR OLD OPEN HANDICAP            1200M

LUCIFINA, which struck the gate leaving the mounting yard heavily, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary surgeon and passed fit to start. HEADLONG, which was slightly slow to begin, was then severely crowded between HELLO DARKNESS and KISS MY FUJI. ARTEGRA and PORTRUSH were slow to begin. Approaching the 900 metres CHERINE was checked when crowded between HELLO DARKNESS and LUCIFINA (M.A.Cahill), which shifted in when not quite clear. Cahill was issued with a severe reprimand. CHERINE raced greenly throughout. COUNT VERDI bled for the first time during the event and is now barred from racing for three months under the provisions of AR53A.

1^ST: LUCIFINA 2^ND: ARMADAY 3^RD: KISS MY FUJI 4^TH: HELLO DARKNESS      

RACE 2: MAIDEN PLATE            1400M

J. Whitney replaced N. Souquet (overweight) as the rider of ARROYO. After considering N. Souquet’s record in relation to weight related matters, his license to ride in races was suspended for a period to commence on Monday 7^th June 2004 and to expire on Monday 21^st June 2004, on which day he may ride. THUMPER MALONEY and AIR TIME were slow to begin. When the pace steadied after the 900 metres, HEADSWELL, WEEKEND WONDER and LYCRA DAME, which were all over racing, were further inconvenienced. A post race veterinary examination of PRICELESS REASON did not detect any abnormalities.

1^ST: RANSOM TIME 2^ND: APOSTASY 3^RD: FIESTA 4^TH: WEEKEND WONDER 

RACE 3: MAIDEN PLATE            1000M

P. Robl replaced N. Souquet as the rider of SO YOU SAY. Trainer Mrs. B. Joseph was fined $50 under AR140B, for presenting DUKEBOX in the mounting yard with other than it’s approved gear. SNOWSLIP blundered noticeably on jumping. DUKEBOX was slow to begin and then raced wide throughout. JOE’S SOLUTION hung out throughout. J. Ford (SNOWSLIP), explained his mount hung out on the home turn and after straightening he became concerned with the gelding’s action and therefore he did not unduly pressure SNOWSLIP over the concluding stages. A veterinary inspection of SNOWSLIP found that horse to have knocked out a front tooth, to have a laceration to the off hind coronet band and to be slightly lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr. J De Smet was advised a veterinary clearance would be required before SNOWSLIP would be permitted to race again. When questioned regarding NEAT WORK racing in the lead today as opposed to it’s only previous start when in settled worse than mid field, rider M Hanneybel stated he had been instructed to attempt to find the rail and endeavor to obtain cover. He added after beginning well he was able to cross the field and with the addition of blinkers today his mount refused to settle and went much harder than he had anticipated. His explanations were accepted.

1^ST: MARWISH 2^ND: NEAT WORK 3^RD:JOE’S SOLUTION 4^TH:SEAMORE GIRL

RACE 4: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP            1000M

STATE SENATOR began awkwardly. Approaching the 900 metres STEAMY BEAU was steadied away from the heels of TAD. Nearing the 600 metres KING OF SPORT was checked when crowded to the inside of VAKRIS, which was carried in slightly by SKY SIGN (J. Ford), which shifted in away from STATE SENATOR. In all the circumstances J. Ford was advised to exercise more care. App K. Fujii (VAKRIS) accidentally dropped his whip near the 350 metres. A post race veterinary examination of SONGCATCHER, which weakened over the concluding stages found that horse to be in a highly agitated state. STATE SENATOR bled for the first time during the event and is now barred from racing for a period of three months under the provisions of AR53A.

1^ST: TAD 2^ND: STEAMY BEAU 3^RD: ELASTICITY 4^TH: SKY SIGN

RACE 5: CLASS ONE HANDICAP            1600M

CASUAL RELIEF was slow to begin. Shortly after the start SIMPSON DESERT, CHISUM and ICASON bumped heavily resulting in CHISUM becoming very unbalanced and shifting out abruptly. This resulted in ICASON (N. Souquet) shifting out, carrying LORD INTREPID out onto TIGER’S NANNY which in turn was carried out onto PATIENT PLANET, which was carried out across the running of CASUAL RELIEF, which clipped heels, blundered badly and lost considerable ground. As Stewards were of the view that N. Souquet had made every effort to prevent his mount from shifting ground no action was taken.  SINGA BETINA raced wide throughout. On return to scale Mr. R Jarrett, trainer of the second place getter, EMGEE REX, requested to view the official Stewards films with a view to lodging an objection against LIGOLD being declared the winner. After viewing the films Mr. Jarrett lodged an objection alleging interference after the 300 metres. The evidence before the Stewards found that near the 200 metres LIGOLD shifted ground inwards and bumped EMGEE REX. After considering all of the evidence and taking into account the manner in which both horses went to the line, the Stewards could not be comfortably satisfied that had this interference not occurred EMGEE REX would have finished in front of LIGOLD and therefore the objection was dismissed. TIGER’S NANNY and SINGA BETINA bled for the first time during the event and as such both horses are barred from racing for three months under the provisions of AR53A.

1^ST: LIGOLD 2^ND: EMGEE REX 3^RD: LORD INTREPID 4^TH: SINGA BETINA                        

RACE 6:CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1200M

FEDERATION STAR was slow to begin and hung out after the 800 metres. K. Sweeney explained ADVENTURE WALK traveled only fairly throughout, hung out after the 800 metres and had disappointed with its failure to find the line. A veterinary examination found ADVENTURE WALK to be lame in the near fore leg and trainer Mr. K Dryden was advised a veterinary certificate of fitness must be produced before ADVENTURE WALK would be permitted to race again.

1^ST: HAVENO 2^ND: BRAVE ARCHER 3^RD: MARY’S FLAG 4^TH: PRINCESS ANNANDON

RACE 7: OPEN HANDICAP             1400M
 

When questioned regarding ANGEL FISH racing back in the field today, Apprentice T Clark stated, he was instructed to race in a handy position but his mount was very touchy in the mouth and threw its head up after the start. He added shortly after the start, he was crossed by MUSICAL BEAT and as a result he settled further back than he had anticipated but stated his mount found the line well and may now be looking for more ground. Trainer Mr. B Howlett confirmed the instructions given and added the mare had a history of losing ground at the start due to it being very light in the mouth. He added the fast pace in today’s event was also a factor in ANGEL FISH getting back in the field and offered the opinion the mare had found the line well once clear in the straight. J. Whitney explained LACRISTI traveled well until straightening, where once placed under pressure it failed to run on. He added he had advised connections, in his opinion the gelding had felt flat and raced like a tired horse. A veterinary examination of LACRISTI found that horse to be mildly dehydrated.

1^ST: BARTOSS 2^ND: EXAMINE THE BOOKS 3^RD: STORM BUSTER 4^TH: LOVE’S A STUBBY

  

RACE 8: CLASS FOUR HANDICAP            1400M

VOULEZ VOUS was slow to begin, and then lost considerable ground when crowded between JUST KEEP SMILING and MIGHTY SUAVE. JUST KEEP SMILING raced wide throughout.

1^ST: CREANCED 2^ND: VOULEZ VOUS 3^RD: OVERALL PRINCE 4^TH: NORDIC EMPEROR 

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 1: COUNT VERDI –Bled –First time

Race 2: N. Souquet- Suspended from 7/6/04 until 21/6/04 AR120(b)

Race 3: B. Joseph- Fined $50 AR140B

Race3: SNOWSLIP-Vet certificate- Lame near fore

Race 4: STATE SENATOR- Bled- First time

Race 5: TIGER’S NANNY- Bled- First time

Race 5: SINGA BETINA- Bled- First time

Race 6: ADVENTURE WALK-Vet certificate- Lame near fore

Canberra (ACT)

Sunday, 14 March 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: 2 metres out

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, T. Smith (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart (Betting), H. McAlister, J. Wright (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Joyce (Veterinarians).

RACE 1: TWO AND THREE-YEAR OLD MAIDEN PLATE            1000M

SHREWD LAD bounded on jumping, resulting in its rider K. Sweeney becoming dislodged. Sweeney was examined by ambulance officers and passed fit to fulfil his further engagements. WINGS ON AZZAAMS and AMARYNTHIA were slow to begin. BALLY TIGER raced wide throughout and laid in noticeably after straightening.

1^st: MAGIC MORNING 2^nd: RAS TAFARI 3^rd: YOUANDI 4^th: BALLY TIGER

RACE 2: GOLDEN JUBILEE MAIDEN PLATE            1400M

B. Stanley replaced M. Schmetzer (no appearance) as the rider of PURE FAITH. An explanation will be sought from M. Schmetzer regarding his failure to arrive on course. STAY ALL NIGHT was slow to begin. PERETTE and TRINITY SONG raced wide throughout. Shortly after the 200 metres PERETTE was steadied when momentarily crowded between TRINITY SONG and MINOA, both of which shifted ground. A veterinary examination of PERETTE found that horse to have a laceration on the front of its near-hind pastern.

1^st: TRINITY SONG 2^nd: MINOA 3^rd: RUSHCUTTER 4^th: DAMAH GEM

RACE 3: CLASS ONE HANDICAP            1200M

The front gates of the stall occupied by GOLD WORKS were slightly slow to open. SHANANDOR raced wide throughout. SHANANDOR and IN TOTO were carried wider on the home turn when TRUE CROWN shifted out to improve.

1^st: OLYMPIC TWIST 2^nd: TRUE CROWN 3^rd: IN TOTO 4^th: SIR RUSSKI

RACE 4: TRANSITIONAL HANDICAP                2000

KINGSTON SHORES shifted out under pressure in the straight. J. Nisbet (CYCLONE FREDDY) explained that, as has been the case previously with the gelding, it did not appreciate today’s firm racing surface. A post-race veterinary examination of CYCLONE FREDDY revealed that horse to be jarred up.

1^st: HASTY BELLE 2^nd: SOUTHERN AIR 3^rd: DANCARAMA 4^th: SILVER BLISS

RACE 5: OPEN QUALITY HANDICAP            1000M

PRIDE AND POWER which struck its offside hip on leaving the mounting yard was examined by the club’s veterinary surgeon behind the barriers and found to be lame behind. It was subsequently withdrawn by Stewards at 3.06 p.m., who ordered that all moneys invested in PRIDE AND POWER be refunded on all successful wagers placed prior to 3.06 p.m. be paid less deductions of 9¢ win, 10¢ place and 20¢ quinella on the face value of the ticket. Near the 200 metres EXRAY was momentarily steadied when it attempted to improve into narrow running between PEMBLETON and DAINTY DEB.

1^st: PEMBLETON 2^nd: INFLATION 3^rd: SWING AND MIST 4^th: STOUSHMAN

RACE 6: CATBIRD THREE-YEAR-OLD CLASS FIVE HANDICAP            1000M

GLASOS was slow to begin. Near the 600 metres GLASOS hung out and carried HEAD ENFILADE wider. GLASOS continued to shift ground outwards in the straight while under pressure. When questioned on the performance of GLASOS W. Pearson stated that he was instructed to race in a forward position but, after being slow into stride, the gelding raced further back than anticipated. He added that, when attempting to improve around runners from the 700 metres, GLASOS hung out noticeably and again shifted out on several occasions under pressure in the straight proving very difficult to ride out. Trainer Mr S. Hill confirmed the instructions and could offer no tangible explanation for today’s performance. He added that, while he had not supported GLASOS himself, connections had supported the gelding in a similar manner to its previous starts. A veterinary examination of GLASOS found a healing ulcer on the right side of the mouth and also found that horse to be lame in the off foreleg. Trainer Mr. S. Hill was advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness would be required before GLASOS would be permitted to race again.

1^st: ARMIGIGGLE 2^nd: SUPER DRAGON 3^rd: TAKING CHARGE 4^th: GLASOS

RACE 7: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1400M

ROMAN COMPOSER raced wide throughout. Over the concluding stages ANDTOLD and INTEMPERATE raced tight and bumped on several occasions resulting in both runners becoming unbalanced. A veterinary examination of KIR ROYALE found that horse to have a slightly elevated heart rate and to be moderately distressed. Trainer Mr F. Cleary stated that KIR ROYALE would now be sent for a spell. When questioned as to the reason LIGHTNING MITCHELL raced in a rearward position today after leading and winning at Wagga at its previous start on 19 February 2004 A. Bloomfield stated that his instructions today were to go forward. He added that he initially rode his mount along out of the barriers but when he was crossed by INTEMPERATE he elected to steady and shift in towards the rear of the field to avoid covering excessive ground. He then stated that the pace steadied in the middle stages of the event and LIGHTNING MITCHELL then commenced to overrace for the remainder of the event. Trainer Mr A. Bourke confirmed the instructions and expressed some disappointment in how far back LIGHTNING MITCHELL had settled. In severely reprimanding A. Bloomfield under AR135(b) Stewards advised him that in their opinion his ride lacked judgment and initiative and they felt he should have made a greater effort to ride to instructions and should have attempted to push forward early.

1^st: ANDTOLD 2^nd: INTEMPERATE 3^rd: MR JONES 4^th: PADDY’S PUPIL 

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 5: PRIDE AND POWER late scratching. Deductions 9¢ win, 10¢ place and 20¢ quinella.

Race 6: GLASOS veterinary certificate—lame in the off foreleg.

Race 7: A. Bloomfield severely reprimanded (AR135(b)).

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 21 May 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: True

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, T. Smith (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart (Betting), H. McAlister (Swab), A. Clark (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Joyce (Veterinarians).

GENERAL:

As App. W. Pearson was injured and R. Graham was indisposed the following rider changes were permitted:

Race 2: SIR ACADEMY M. A. Cahill

Race 3: FLYING HENRY G. Scimone

Race 4: NEAT WORK M. A. Cahill

Race 5: COLUMBAN K Sweeney

Race 6: SPYSEPT K. Sweeney, BARTOSS M. Hanneybel

Race 7: NORDIC EMPEROR M. A. Cahill

Race 8: WOODCHIP G. Scimone

RACE 1:MAIDEN PLATE            1400M

BLISS MISS, which was slightly slow to begin, was checked shortly after when crowded between HEADSWELL and BOBICAN. Shortly after the start DARK BRAZILIAN was steadied away from the heels of SIMPSON DESERT, which shifted in when not quite clear. Approaching the 900 metres DARK BRAZILIAN was hampered and carried wider on the track when RANSOM TIME shifted out whilst overracing. DARK BRAZILIAN and RANSOM TIME both overraced in the early and middle stages of the event. When questioned regarding the apparent poor performance of HEADSWELL, R. Silburn stated that his mount travelled well in an advantageous position but after straightening, when placed under pressure, the gelding found little and disappointed with its failure to find the line. A post-race veterinary examination of HEADSWELL found that horse to have abrasions to the nearside of the mouth, to be mildly distressed and to have an elevated heart rate.

1^st: SOUTHERN HEIGHTS 2^nd: RANSOM TIME 3^rd: BLISS MISS 4^th: FIESTA

RACE 2: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP            1600M

ROUGH AS, which had an abrasion to the off hind leg was examined by the club’s veterinary surgeon behind the barriers and passed fit to race. The saddle of IDLE WAVE shifted forward noticeably near the 1200 metres placing its rider at a distinct disadvantage for the remainder of the race. After the 300 metres PIAMBONG ROAD and GETTING ON bumped heavily, resulting in both horses becoming unbalanced.

1^st: ANDTOLD 2^nd: SIR ACADEMY 3^rd: GETTING ON 4^th: MAN OF WOOD

RACE 3: TWO-YEAR-OLD OPEN HANDICAP            1000M

BILLYALCHIN, which was slow to begin, was then crowded between SWEEP AGAIN and CHERINE. KISS MY FUJI was buffeted on jumping between RENZETTI and FLYING HENRY, which was taken out by ROGAN’S GEM, which began awkwardly. PARANOID ANDROID was obliged to race very wide throughout. FOR THE WAY (App. N. Beriman) shifted out noticeably when pressured passing the 300 metres. App. Beriman was shown a replay of the incident and advised to make a greater effort to keep her mount straight in the future. A post-race veterinary examination of BILLYALCHIN, which tailed off, did not detect any abnormalities. Trainer Mr M. Barton was advised that BILLYALCHIN must prove its competitiveness in an official barrier trial before it would be permitted to race again. Mr Barton undertook to advise Stewards should anything come to his attention regarding the post-race condition of BILLYALCHIN in the days subsequent to the event.

1^st: ROGAN’S GEM 2^nd: KISS MY FUJI 3^rd: FOR THE WAY 4^th: COUNT VERDI

RACE 4: SIR JAMES MAIDEN PLATE            1000M

MERCY MERCY and MYSTIC SILVER were slow to begin. Approaching the 800 metres GRACIEDUE was crowded and lost ground and MYSTIC SILVER was checked when crowded to the inside of MISSING FINGER (App. N. Beriman) which initially shifted in but was then taken in slightly by FONTENAY (P. Robl) which shifted in when not quite clear. Both P. Robl and App. N. Beriman were advised to exercise far more care. POETIC RACER hung out noticeably throughout and as a result was unable to be tested by its rider. Trainer Mr T. Sutherland was advised that POETIC RACER would be required to barrier trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before it would be permitted to race again. The club’s veterinary surgeon reported that MISSING FINGER returned lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr T. Wilson was advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness must be produced before it would be permitted to race again. A post-race veterinary examination of GRACIEDUE did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: FONTENAY 2^nd: WAKE UP GEORGIE 3^rd: BEFORE THE SHOW 4^th: MYSTIC SILVER

RACE 5: CLASS ONE HANDICAP            2000M

SEEKING REDEMPTION was slow to begin. COLOUR THERAPY raced wide from the 800 metres. When questioned on the disappointing performance of STAY LEICA DANE rider G. Scimone stated that he was instructed to ride the horse in an off pace position, which he was able to obtain, and he travelled well until approaching the 800 metres. He added that when MOLONGLO GORGE shifted out to improve from his inside his mount commenced to lose ground rapidly and failed to find the line. A post-race veterinary examination of STAY LEICA DANE found that horse to be moderately distressed and to have a laceration on the off-hind pastern. Trainer Mr G. Walter advised Stewards that it was now his intention to send STAY LEICA DANE for a spell. A post-race veterinary examination of COLOUR THERAPY found that horse to be lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr W. Davey advised Stewards that it was now his intention to send COLOUR THERAPY for a spell. On this assurance no further action was taken.

1^st: MOLONGLO GORGE 2^nd: POP CIRA 3^rd: SODA WATER 4^th: SEEKING REDEMPTION

RACE 6: CORAL SEA CUP OPEN HANDICAP            1200M

PRINCE OF ASHES was slow to begin. LOVE’S A STUBBY raced wide throughout. When questioned on the performance of RADIANT IMAGE rider M. A. Cahill stated that his mount settled in a rearward position, was caught three wide and never travelled well at any stage. He added that when placed under pressure from the 600 metres RADIANT IMAGE found the line only fairly. A post-race veterinary examination of RADIANT IMAGE found that horse to be mildly distressed.

1^st: BARTOSS 2^nd: SERKELT 3^rd: BLAZER 4^th: LACRISTI

RACE 7: CLASS FOUR HANDICAP            1200M

OVERALL PRINCE, which was fractious in the barriers, reared and struck its head and was subsequently withdrawn by Stewards, acting on veterinary advice, at 3.51 p.m. Stewards ordered all moneys invested on OVERALL PRINCE be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 3.51 p.m. be paid less deductions of 12¢ win 11¢ place and 25¢ quinella on the face value of the ticket. THUNDERSTONE was slow to begin. ROMAN COMPOSER raced wide throughout. Over the concluding stages P. Goode eased EYE FOR FASHION down when he became concerned with its actions. A post-race veterinary examination of EYE FOR FASHION found some soreness in the off foreleg.

1^st: PRINCE NIMROD 2^nd: NORDIC EMPEROR 3^rd: INDIAN CIGAR 4^th: MIGHTY SUAVE

RACE 8: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1000M

M. A. Cahill replaced G. Scimone (indisposed) as the rider of WOODCHIP. JESSAAR was slow to begin. Shortly after the start BROOKE’S LOOKS was checked when crowded between WESTERN SPRINGS and TAD, which shifted in abruptly. Near the 900 metres WESTERN SPRINGS was steadied away from the heels of MONKEYBONE, which shifted in slightly. After the 900 metres CORUNNA struck the running rail and shifted out abruptly hampering WESTERN SPRINGS and JESSAAR. Near the 600 metres WESTERN SPRINGS was checked whilst racing in restricted room to the inside of JESSAAR and behind MONKEYBONE.

1^st: TAD 2^nd: BROOKE’S LOOKS 3^rd: ADVENTURE WALK 4^th: CORUNNA

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 3: BILLYALCHIN to barrier trial—uncompetitive.

Race 4: POETIC RACER to barrier trial—hung out.

Race 4: MISSING FINGER veterinary certificate, lame near fore.

Race 7: OVERALL PRINCE—late scratching. Deductions 12¢ win, 11¢ place and 25¢ quinella.

Canberra (ACT)

Saturday, 13 March 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: 2 metres out

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, T. Smith, N. Triantafillopoulos (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart, J. Anderson (Betting), H. McAlister, J. Wright (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Forrest (Veterinarians).

RACE 1:MAIDEN PLATE            1200M

Trainer Mr M. Sparrow was advised that a warning would be placed on CADILLAC WALK when it proved difficult to be ridden to the barriers. EXTRA TERRESTIAL and RANDOM ENCOUNTER bumped heavily on jumping. GO LOUIE was slow to begin. Approaching the 1000 metres SHAKIN IN SEATTLE was bumped on two occasions by ORO BIANCO. Near the 200 metres ORO BIANCO was steadied when disappointed for a run between EXTRA TERRESTIAL and CADILLAC WALK. After the 800 metres DISCO TOUCH was checked when crowded to the inside of SHAKIN IN SEATTLE, which was taken in slightly by ORO BIANCO (J. Morris), which shifted in. Morris was advised to exercise more care. When questioned, M. A. Cahill stated that RANDOM ENCOUNTER overraced in the early stages of the event and approaching the 900 metres his saddle shifted forward, placing him at a distinct disadvantage throughout the remainder of the event. He added that after straightening his mount made an abnormal respiratory noise and, for this reason, he did not unduly pressure his mount in the run to the line. A veterinary examination of RANDOM ENCOUNTER found the gelding to have lacerations to the nearside hind.

1^st: DISCO TOUCH 2^nd: DANISH GOLD 3^rd: BUSKING 4^th: EXTRA TERRESTIAL

RACE 2:CLASS FOUR HANDICAP            1400M

BARBECUE BETTY and STORMY LAD were slow to begin. Rider M. de Montfort (COURT GRINNING) stated that he was instructed to go forward from a wide barrier and when racing to the outside of BARTOSS his mount commenced to overrace and after straightening compounded noticeably. A veterinary examination of COURT GRINNING did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: AT THE SHOW 2^nd: CEDE NIGHT 3^rd: BARTOSS 4^th: TAVERN

RACE 3: GUNDAROO STUD SYNDICATE CANBERRA GUINEAS            1600M

TERRACOTTA BAY was slow to begin. TERRACOTTA BAY was held up behind LOOKOUT and to the inside of GRAND ZULU approaching the 200 metres. After the 100 metres LOOKOUT was steadied away from the heels of INTERMOO (J. Cassidy) which shifted out under pressure. Cassidy was advised to exercise more care. A post-race veterinary examination of GILDED YOUTH found that gelding to be stepping short behind. Trainer Mr F. Cleary was advised that a veterinary clearance would be required before that horse would be permitted to race again. CLEWS PLACE returned with blood in its right nostril. A veterinary examination of INTERMOO found that horse to be mildly lame in both forelegs. Mr Hawkins was advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness must be produced before INTERMOO would be permitted to race again.

1^st: GRAND ZULU 2^nd: LORD OF THE LAND 3^rd: ANEED 4^th: TOUCHED BY GOD

RACE 4: HOLIDAY INN NATIONAL SPRINT 1400

Near the 400 metres ARCHITRAVE was steadied when crowded between THIS MANSHOOD and CAN HE SING, which shifted out. CAN HE SING hung in noticeably after straightening and for some distance near the 300 metres was awkwardly placed close to the heels of CUT FOR DEAL. D. Beadman reported that in his opinion ALQSAR did not handle today’s slightly hard racing surface. ALQSAR returned having lost its off-hind plate. R. M. Quinn reported that CAN HE SING proved difficult to ride throughout and hung in after straightening. A veterinary examination of CAN HE SING did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: AIN’T SEEN NOTHIN’ 2^nd: BOSWORTH 3^rd: THIS MANSHOOD 4^th: ARIANTE

RACE 5: SAYERS BLACK OPAL STAKES            1200M

SPECIAL IMPACT was withdrawn by Stewards at 2.55 p.m. after it dislodged its rider L. Maloney on its way to the barriers, which then resulted in this race being run approximately seven minutes late. Maloney was uninjured in this incident. Prior to the declaration of correct weight, Stewards ordered all moneys invested on SPECIAL IMPACT be refunded with no further alteration to betting. After the 800 metres ST PIRIAN got its head up, became unbalanced and lost some ground. S. Pollard (UBER) was fined $200 under AR137(c) for flourishing his whip prior to the winning post. When questioned on the performance of ASSAFA, D. Beasley stated that the colt’s three previous barrier trials had been on rain-affected tracks and shortly after the start ASSAFA appeared to resent today’s firm racing surface. Stable representative Mr S. Brem undertook to advise Stewards on the post-race condition of ASSAFA, at which time the Stewards will decide what, if any, action should be taken against the colt. A veterinary examination of ASSAFA did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: UBER 2^nd: ST PIRIAN 3^rd: JUST AS BEAUTIFUL 4^th: SNIPPETY DAY

RACE 6: CLASS ONE HANDICAP            1600M

OUR MELVIN and FILANTE STAR were slow to begin. From the 200 metres CASH CARTER shifted ground outwards abruptly on at least three occasions finishing very close to the outside fence. Mr B. Hawtin, representing the G. Rogerson stable, was advised that CASH CARTER must trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before it would be permitted to race again. A veterinary examination of CASH CARTER did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: CASH CARTER 2^nd: DEVILS RAINBOW 3^rd: SAY BOO 4^th: GLOWING PRINCE

RACE 7: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1000M

PAPER WORKER slipped behind on jumping and lost considerable ground (5L). A post-race veterinary examination of CON’S AMY found that horse to have lost its off-fore plate and to be mildly lame in that limb. A post-race veterinary examination of UNDER LIGHTS found that horse to be lame in the nearside knee. Trainer Mr L. Tilley was advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness must be produced before UNDER LIGHTS would be permitted to race again.

1^st: CASUAL CHICK 2^nd: UNDER LIGHTS 3^rd: RADIO SONG 4^th: PRINCE VESUVIUS

RACE 8: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP            1200M

SHANNON BANK and GATTLING ROSIE were slow to begin. ALL ELEGANCE blundered on jumping. Shortly after the start STEAMY BEAU and MANIPURA were crowded when AL KHAFRA shifted out. A veterinary examination of ALL ELEGANCE revealed a laceration to the nearside hip.

1^st: SHANNON BANK 2^nd: MAJORETTE 3^rd: APPERTAIN 4^th: AL KHAFRA

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 1: CADILLAC WALK—warning parade manners.

Race 3: GILDED YOUTH—veterinary certificate stepping short behind.

Race 3: INTERMOO—veterinary certificate sore in front.

Race 5: S. Pollard fined $200 (AR137(c)).

Race 6: CASH CARTER to barrier trial—hung out.

Race 6: UNDERLIGHTS—veterinary certificate lame near fore.

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 30 April 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: True

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. Yeo, T. Smith (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), J. Anderson (Betting), H. McAlister (Swab), A. Clark (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Joyce (Veterinarians).

RACE 1: MAIDEN PLATE            1200M

App. B. Poile was fined $100 under LR70 when he claimed only 1½ half kilos of his 2 kilo allowance as the rider of THE PADSTER. PAGO MISS (C. Agnew) reared behind the barriers and dislodged its rider; it then galloped riderless around the outside of the course before being recaptured. It was withdrawn by Stewards at 12.21 p.m. who ordered all moneys invested on PAGO MISS be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 12.21 p.m. be paid less deductions of 12¢ win, 11¢ place and 25¢ quinella on the face value of the ticket. THE PADSTER and RAYANUI were slow to begin. RADICAL BAY overraced in the middle stages of the event. Near the 400 metres RADICAL BAY shifted out to improve and bumped heavily with BIG PICTURE, which became unbalanced. After the 200 metres POETIC RACER shifted out on two occasions and hampered PETROL HEAD, which was weakening. MONEY FOR NOTHIN shifted abruptly inwards to improve approaching the 100 metres.

1^st: SINGA BETINA 2^nd: SOUTHERN HEIGHTS 3^rd: RADICAL BAY 4^th: HUSH MONEY

RACE 2: MAIDEN PLATE            1600M

App. D. Langridge replaced K. Parkin (indisposed) as the rider of SHORTAN SHARP. G. Buckley replaced C. Reith (ill) as the rider of MISS DINGALING. C. Reith was advised that a medical clearance must be produced before he would be permitted to ride again. WEDGETAIL (R. Silburn) was very fractious in the mounting yard and dislodged its rider who appeared uninjured in the incident. Following this event R. Silburn reported slight soreness to his left shoulder, elbow and knee but he continued to fulfil his engagements throughout the day. Trainer Mr M. Warren was advised that a warning would be placed against the parade manners of WEDGETAIL. COLUMBAN and MISS DINGALING were slow to begin. SIMPSON DESERT raced very wide throughout. Approaching the 600 metres LARES was steadied and lost ground when it attempted to shift out after being held up behind SHORTAN SHARP and to the inside of MEDDLING MAGPIE. For some distance approaching the 400 metres COLUMBAN was held up and unable to improve when racing behind MISS SEKHMET and to the inside of LARES. For some distance between the 300 metres and the 200 metres WEDGETAIL was steadied when disappointed for a narrow run to the inside of ZOLEIGH.

1^st: COLUMBAN 2^nd: MISS SEKHMET 3^rd: GYPSY BATTALIA 4^th: MEDDLING MAGPIE

RACE 3: TRANSITIONAL HANDICAP            1400M

BRAVE RUNNING, which was fractious in the barriers, was examined by the club’s veterinary surgeon and passed fit to start. NORM’S BRIDLE was slow to begin. EXRAY suffered a bleeding attack during the running of this event and is now banned from racing for a period of three months under AR53A.

1^st: BARTOSS 2^nd: LACRISTI 3^rd: NORM’S BRIDLE 4^th: TIRESIAS

RACE 4: CLASS FOUR HANDICAP            1000M

Trainer Ms T. Schmetzer was fined the sum of $50 under LR39 for failing to lodge a stable return for OUR SONG by the prescribed time. INDIAN CIGAR was slow to begin. Near the 150 metres APPERTAIN was steadied and shifted outwards after it rolled in and momentarily crowded MISTRIAL.

1^st: LORENZO 2^nd: INDIAN CIGAR 3^rd: MAJORETTE 4^th: SKY SIGN

RACE 5 MAIDEN PLATE            1000M

Trainer Mr M. W. Smith was fined the sum of $50 under AR140A for presenting HEADSWELL to the mounting yard without a tongue tie, part of that gelding’s approved gear. MISS PICARD and HEADSWELL were slow to begin. FIESTA blundered shortly after jumping and lost considerable ground. TYCOON LADY hung out from the 800 metres until straightening. Trainer Mrs B. Joseph was advised that a warning would now be placed on TYCOON LADY. Approaching the 600 metres HEADSWELL, while overracing, shifted out and bumped FIESTA, which was carried out across the heels of SWEEP AGAIN. After straightening and again after the 200 metres FOREST LOVE was momentarily crowded to the inside of LADY DAVIDSON (S. Pollard), which shifted in. S. Pollard was shown a replay of the incident and advised to exercise more care.

1^st: CAGEEL 2^nd: HEADSWELL 3^rd: MISS PICARD 4^th: ARTS TARALGA GIRL

RACE 6: OPEN HANDICAP            2000M

BANDARES and MACQUEEN overraced in the early and middle stages of the event. Near the 200 metres ELMO CRUSHER, which was weakening, bumped HASTY BELLE resulting in HASTY BELLE becoming unbalanced. BANDARES returned lame in the off foreleg. Trainer Ms M. Schmetzer was advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness would be required before BANDARES would be permitted to race again.

1^st: HASTY BELLE 2^nd: KINGSTON SHORES 3^rd: IL DON 4^th: OUR GIRL JO

RACE 7: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1200M

TOUCH MOVE missed the start. ADVENTURE WALK raced fiercely until straightening. When questioned on the performance of GOLD WORKS A. Bloomfield stated that at its previous start at Queanbeyan on 23 April 2004 the horse had appreciated a fast pace and was able to obtain cover in the event and, as a result, found the line well. He added that today, with an uneven tempo, he travelled wide without cover and when pressured after straightening his mount failed to find the line and had disappointed. A veterinary examination of GOLD WORKS did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: ROMAN COMPOSER 2^nd: DARK CHOCOLATE 3^rd: ADVENTURE WALK 4^th: UNDER THE CARD

RACE 8: CLASS ONE HANDICAP            1400M

DISCO TOUCH was slow to begin. Approaching the 200 metres DISCO TOUCH was held up behind TINY TREASURE and to the inside of IMPETUANCE. Right on the winning post TINY TREASURE stumbled, shifted out and made contact with BUSH FLASH. After passing the winning post TINY TREASURE disarticulated its nearside fetlock joint and was later euthanased. The Club’s veterinary surgeon reported BUSH FLASH returned lame near hind. Trainer Mr A Howlett was advised a veterinary certificate of fitness would be required if was to continue with the gelding’s current preparation.

1^st: BUSH FLASH 2^nd: TINY TREASURE 3^rd: DISCO TOUCH 4^th: MAJESTIC STREET

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 1: App. B. Poile fined $100 (LR70).

Race 1: PAGO MISS late withdrawal. Deductions 12¢ win, 11¢ place and 25¢ quinella.

Race 2: WEDGETAIL warning—parade manners.

Race 3: EXRAY bled first time (AR53A).

Race 4: Ms T. Schmetzer fined $50 (LR39).

Race 5: TYCOON LADY warning—hung out.

Race 5: Trainer Mr M. W. Smith fined $50 (AR140A).

Race 6: BANDARES veterinary certificate—lame off fore.

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 27 February 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: True position.

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, J. Anderson (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart (Betting), H. McAlister (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, I Hayes (Veterinarian).

RACE 1: CLASS ONE HANDICAP             1600M

OH WHAT A MOMENT, which was fractious in the gates, was withdrawn by Stewards acting on veterinary advice at 2.17pm. Prior to correct weight Stewards ordered all monies invested on OH WHAT A MOMENT be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 2.17pm be paid less the deductions of 22 cents win, 23 cents place and 45 cents quinella on the face value of the ticket. EGOISTIC, which overaced in the middle stages, shifted out near the 1250 metres and hampered SODA WATER. Approaching the 300 metres LITTLE LODGE was steadied away from the heels of SODA WATER (S. Pawsey), which shifted in under pressure. Pawsey was advised to exercise more care.

1^ST: INTEMPERATE 2^ND: ENTRY 3^RD: EGOISTIC (NZ) 4^TH: SODA WATER

RACE 2: MAIDEN PLATE             1400M

Prior to correct weight being declared, Rider J. Morris made application for DEVILS RAINBOW to be declared a non-runner, as he believed it was being held by a barrier attendant as the field was released. The Stewards found that DEVILS RAINBOW had been fractious in the gates and had missed the start due to its own barrier manners and it was therefore declared a runner. DEVILS RAINBOW was slow to begin. Approaching the 1000 metres RUGGLES shifted out and carried MINOA (NZ) wider on the track, resulting in APOSTASY being hampered. TRINITY SONG was held up and unable to improve for a short distance near the 200 metres. A post race veterinary examination of ARISEN did not detect any abnormalities.

1^ST: AMBER LIQUID 2^ND: PERETTE 3^RD: TRINTY SONG 4^TH: RUGGLES

RACE 3: MAIDEN PLATE             1000M

Trainer Mr. M Barba approached Stewards, prior to Race 1 to express concern with the condition of his horse SIMPSON DESERT. SIMPSON DESERT was subsequently withdrawn by Stewards at 1.47pm, when a veterinary examination found the gelding to have swelling and soreness to the near side neck area. After taking initial evidence from Mr. Barba the inquiry was adjourned to allow the results of the swab sample taken from SIMPSON DESERT to be analysed. ZEE AND ME and SHAKIN IN SEATTLE were slow to begin. Shortly after the start SHREWD LAD shifted in crowding ROSE OF THE PINES and DISCO TOUCH. Near the 800 metres ROSE OF THE PINES, which was racing greenly, was checked when crowded between ZAKYNTHOS PRIEST and DISCO TOUCH, both of which shifted some ground. Approaching the 500 metres ROSE OF THE PINES was steadied away from the heels of ZAKYNTHOS PRIEST, which shifted out slightly. ROSE OF THE PINES made the home turn awkwardly, shifted out abruptly and carried ZEE AND ME and AMARYNTHIA wider on the track.

1^ST: KING SIAM 2^ND: DISCO TOUCH 3^RD: SHREWD LAD 4^TH: BUSH FLASH

RACE 4: CLASS TWO HANDICAP             1000M

MORINDA, HORNBLOWER and CASUAL CHICK (NZ) were slow to begin. DEL ARWIN hung out approaching the 700 metres and carried HEAD ENFILADE and MCCHIEF wider on the track. MCCHIEF raced wide throughout.  After the 300 metres PAPER WORKER shifted out and bumped DEL ARWIN, which became unbalanced. Near the 200 metres DEL ARWIN was steadied away from PAPER WORKER, which shifted out slightly. Over the concluding stages PAPER WORKER was carried in when CEDE NIGHT shifted in under pressure. DEL ARWIN was reported to have lost the near fore and off hind plates during the event. TRIGGER bled for the second time during the event and as such is now barred from racing in Australia forever under the provisions of  AR 53A.

1^ST: CEDE NIGHT 2^ND: PAPER WORKER 3^RD: SIMPLY WONDERFUL 4^TH: CASUAL CHICK (NZ)

RACE 5: JACK THOMAS 3YO CLASS FIVE HANDICAP             1400M

COLUMBAN reared as the start was affected and lost considerable ground and was then checked when it raced up onto the heels of MOLONGLO GORGE near the 1250 metres. LOOKOUT began very awkwardly and shifted in abruptly. PRINCESS DANI and GLEN’S REGARD were slow to begin.

1^ST: GRAND ZULU 2^ND: LET’S RIP 3^RD: ISLAND SWING 4^TH: CLEWS PLACE

RACE 6: LIGHTNING RIDGE PLATE 2YO OPEN HANDICAP             1000M

The start of this event was delayed by approximately seven minutes when UGLY JUGGLY was unable to be loaded and WIMBLEDON proved difficult to load. Subsequently UGLY JUGGLY was withdrawn by Stewards at 5.34pm who further ordered that all monies invested on UGLY JUGGLY be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 5.34pm be paid less deductions of 23 cents win, 18 cents place and 45 cents quinella on the face value of the ticket. Ms F Murphy, representing trainer Mr. A Stapleford was advised that UGLY JUGGLY must barrier trial to the Stewards satisfaction before it would be permitted to race again. Trainer Mr. G Vella was advised a warning would be placed on the barrier manners of WIMBLEDON. In attempting to load UGLY JUGGLY the starter, Mr. M Wilson was kicked in the left leg, which necessitated him being transported to hospital. RUMBULLION, TOPRANK, CANNYKIA and MIND THE STEP were slow to begin. Shortly after the start LA VENTANA was checked when crowded between STANDABOVE, which shifted out slightly and MI PIACHI (B. Poile), which shifted in. Poile was issued with a severe reprimand over the incident. Near the 800 metres MY GENERAL and BELLA ARENA bumped, resulting in BELLA ARENA carrying LA VENTANA wider on the track. For some distance after straightening MY GENERAL was awkwardly placed close to the heels of YOUANDI. For a short distance after straightening STANDABOVE was held up and unable to improve. BELLA ARENA raced greenly throughout.

1^ST: FLYING FIREBIRD (NZ) 2^ND: SNIPPETY DAY 3^RD: RUMBULLION 4^TH: MORE THAN HUGS

RACE 7: BURLEY GRIFFIN SPRINT OPEN QUALITY HANDICAP             1200M

Trainer Mr. R Boljun was fined $50 under LR35 for the late declaration of B Elissa as the rider of MISSILE SAM. KABLAMMO was slow to begin. C. Newitt explained he had been instructed not to go wide on KABLAMMO as the trainer feared being forced excessively wide on the home turn and also he did not want the gelding to be caught racing in what the trainer believed to be an inferior section of the track approximately 8 to 10 horses off the fence bearing in mind the big weight allotted to the gelding. He added that approaching the 200 metres he had the choice of runs to the inside and outside of JIVAGO and in keeping with his instructions he elected to shift inside where he was momentarily held up on the heels of INFLATION before securing an uninterrupted run to the line. He added after initially sprinting quickly he believed KABLAMMO then ground to the line and in his opinion was now looking for a longer distance. Trainer Mr. D Williams confirmed the instructions given and expressed satisfaction with C. Newitt’s ride on KABLAMMO although he felt with the benefit of hindsight he may have erred in shifting in near the 200 metres. The explanations were accepted.

1^ST: GREIGACIOUS 2^ND: KABLAMMO 3^RD: SPURWINGS 4^TH: JIVAGO

RACE 8: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP             1200M

This event was rescheduled to start at 6.57pm. CAN HE SING began awkwardly and lost ground. Approaching the 1000 metres TIRESIAS was steadied away from the heels of GESSEPPI THE GREAT.  Near the 900 metres TIRESIAS was awkwardly placed on the heels of HUBCAPPER. TIRESIAS and BARTOSS bumped heavily on the home turn. The veterinary surgeon reported TIRESIAS to be lame behind. Trainer Ms A Langlar was advised a veterinary clearance would be required before TIRESIAS would be permitted to start again.

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 4: TRIGGER- Bled second time.

Race 6: UGLY JUGGLY- To trial- Unable to be load

Race 6: WIMBLEDON- Warning- Difficult to load

Race 6: B. POILE- Severe reprimand- AR137(a)

Race 7: R. BOLJUN- Fined $50- Late rider LR35

Race 8: TIRESIAS- Vet certificate- Lame behind    

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 16 April 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: Out 6 metres

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), T. Smith (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), J. Anderson (Betting), T. Woodham (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Joyce (Veterinarians).

RACE 1: MAIDEN PLATE            1400M

This race was delayed by approximately five minutes after DAMAH GEM shifted its nearside hind plate in the mounting yard, which required farrier attention. WEEKEND WONDER (J. Nisbet) reared as the start was effected began awkwardly and dislodged its rider. J. Nisbet was treated by the ambulance officers and transported to hospital for treatment to his left shoulder. BLISS MISS and COLUMBAN were slow to begin. Approaching the 1200 metres STAR VELLA was checked away from the heels of the riderless WEEKEND WONDER, which shifted wider on the track. SIMPSON DESERT raced wide throughout. For some distance near the 600 metres MINOA was steadied when awkwardly positioned behind APOSTASY and to the inside of SIMPSON DESERT. For a short distance near the home turn KING’S TIDE was held up behind STAR VELLA.

1^st: STAR VELLA 2^nd: COLUMBAN 3^rd: SAILS 4^th: MINOA

RACE 2: OPEN HANDICAP            1600M

N. Beriman replaced A. Kajiya (injured) as the rider of KINGSTON SHORES. Trainers Mr K. Dryden and Mr G. McDermott were reprimanded for the late presentation of MACQUEEN and EXAMINE THE BOOKS to the mounting yard. App. N. Beriman (KINGSTON SHORES) reported her surcingle broke during the event. KINGSTON SHORES, which was slightly slow to begin, was then crowded between STRATEN and NOTHIN’ ON. After the 1400 metres STRATEN was checked when crowded between EXAMINE THE BOOKS and SWING AND MIST (J. Scorse) which initially shifted in but was then taken in further by MACQUEEN (R. Silburn). Stewards advised J. Scorse to exercise more care and issued R. Silburn with a reprimand. Approaching the 150 metres ELMO CRUSHER and EXAMINE THE BOOKS bumped heavily. When questioned J. Scorse (SWING AND MIST) stated that he had been instructed to race in an off-pace position due to the apparent lack of pace in the event. He added that his mount overraced throughout and failed to find the line under its big weight. A post-race veterinary examination of SWING AND MIST found that horse to have an elevated heart rate.

1^st: STRATEN 2^nd: KINGSTON SHORES 3^rd: BARTOSS 4^th: EXAMINE THE BOOKS

RACE 3:TWO-YEAR-OLD OPEN HANDICAP            1000M

Some publications incorrectly listed R. Brewer as the rider of MONGA MIST. S. Pollard was confirmed as the rider of that filly. G. Ryan replaced J. Nisbet (injured) as the rider of LADY DAVIDSON. JOEEJONZ and DANE LUCKY were slow to begin. JIM’S JUDE raced wide throughout. After the 800 metres JIM’S JUDE was steadied away from the heels of IT’S ONLY SHINE, (P. Robl), which shifted in slightly when not quite clear. Robl was shown a video of the incident and advised to exercise more care. BLACK TYPE raced greenly throughout and was inclined to lay in, in the straight. A veterinary examination of LADY DAVIDSON found that filly to have excessive dirt in the nostrils and in the left eye.

1^st: BLACK TYPE 2^nd: CAGEEL 3^rd: MONGA MIST 4^th: DEXTER’S REWARD

RACE 4: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP                1000

App. K. Parkin replaced S. Rogan (overweight) as the rider of EMU RUN. App. Rogan was fined the sum of $100 under LR70. CAMPBELL’S RUN hung out rounding the home turn. Over the concluding stages APPERTAIN was inconvenienced when AL KHAFRA shifted in away from SUPER DRAGON.

1^st: SUPER DRAGON 2^nd: AL KHAFRA 3^rd: ZUM 4^th: APPERTAIN

RACE 5: MAIDEN PLATE            1000M

J. Penza replaced J. Nisbet as the rider of SURF BEACH. Following the running of this event S. Pawsey reported he was ill and was stood down from his remaining engagements. Pawsey was advised that he must produce a medical clearance before he would be permitted to ride again. MACTORRI, FIESTA and LARRY’S FELONY were slow to begin. TYCOON LADY hung out on the home turn. WESTERN SPRINGS shifted out to improve on the point of the home turn and carried SINGA BETINA and AIM TO FIRE wider on the track. After straightening SOUTHERN HEIGHTS struck the running rail heavily and became unbalanced. When questioned on the performance of TYCOON LADY J. Whitney stated that his mount travelled in a favourable position outside the leader, hung out on the home turn and then gave ground quickly after straightening. A post-race veterinary examination of TYCOON LADY, which compounded noticeably over the concluding stages, found that horse to be coughing noticeably and to have a laceration to the nearside cheek. A veterinary examination of PETROL HEAD did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: WESTERN SPRINGS 2^nd: PRINCE BILLY 3^rd: FUHRBALL4^th: SOUTHERN HEIGHTS

RACE 6: CLASS FOUR HANDICAP            2054M

A. Layt replaced S. Pawsey as the rider of SOUTHERN AIR. SOUTHERN AIR was severely checked and lost ground when crowded on jumping by HURRIBY, which began awkwardly and shifted in abruptly. A. Layt (SOUTHERN AIR) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under AR137(a) in that approaching the 1900 metres he did permit his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of POP CIRA which was checked and lost running to which it was entitled. A. Layt’s licence to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period to commence on Wednesday 21 April 2004 and to expire on Wednesday 28 April 2004, on which day he may ride. In assessing penalty Stewards took into account A. Layt’s guilty plea and good recent riding record. When questioned on the performance of TAVERN P. Robl stated that his mount was unusually agitated behind the barriers and commenced to overrace shortly after the start and, for this reason, he felt that the gelding had not run out the distance of today’s event. A veterinary examination of TAVERN did not detect any abnormalities.

1^st: LATIN LOVE 2^nd: MOLONGLO GEORGE 3^rd: SOUTHERN CLOUD 4^th: BUSKING

RACE 7: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1400M

J. Penza replaced J. Nisbet as the rider of SIR RUSSKI. P. Ferris replaced S. Pawsey as the rider of INTEMPERATE. INTEMPERATE and QUEEN OF SHAMROCK were slow to begin. AMBER LIQUID was crowded on jumping between PRINCESS DANI and SPANKY. After the 1000 metres AMBER LIQUID commenced to overrace and hung out noticeably carrying INTEMPERATE and PAPA’S PIONEER wider on the track. Then for some distance approaching the 800 metres AMBER LIQUID, whilst overracing, checked away from the heels of PRINCESS DANI which shifted out abruptly. INTEMPERATE shifted out abruptly when awkwardly placed close to the heels of SODA WATER and inconvenienced PAPA’S PIONEER, which was then obliged to race wide throughout. Approaching the home turn AMBER LIQUID was held up and unable to improve when racing behind PRINCESS DANI and to the inside of INTEMPERATE. AMBER LIQUID had difficulty obtaining clear running over the final 300 metres and, as a result, went to the line without being fully tested. A veterinary examination of AMBER LIQUID revealed that horse had returned with lacerations to the nearside fore and offside hind. A veterinary examination of GALWAY GREY did not detect any abnormalities. A veterinary examination of DANE SPIRIT found that horse to have an acute respiratory disturbance. Trainer Mr R. Cantrell was advised that before the horse would be permitted to race again it would require a veterinary certificate of fitness, including the results of an endoscopic examination.

1^st: TRUE CROWN 2^nd: SIR RUSSKI 3^rd: BRAVE ARCHER 4^th: GETTING ON

RACE 8: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1200M

M. Hanneybel replaced J. Nisbet as the rider of TOUCH MOVE. M. Travers replaced S. Pawsey as the rider of MAGIC MORNING. TOUCH MOVE was slow to begin. Approaching the 900 metres SANSADEE steadied away from the heels of MAGIC MORNING which shifted in when not quite clear. MARY’S FLAG and MAN OF WOOD were severely inconvenienced in this incident and carried wider on the track. Approaching the 800 metres MAN OF WOOD, when attempting to be steadied away from the heels of SANSADEE, shifted in resulting in TOUCH MOVE being severely inconvenienced, checked and shifting wider on the track. Approaching the 200 metres MOVILLE EDDIE was steadied away from the heels of MORTADELLA, which shifted out whilst racing greenly. M. A. Cahill stated that SANSADEE had a torrid run throughout, was trapped wide for most of the journey and under the filly’s big weight it failed to find the line. Trainer Mr B. Howlett could offer no explanation for SANSADEE’S performance but added that it was his intention to continue with the filly’s preparation provided SANSADEE pulled up well after today’s run. Mr Howlett undertook to advise Stewards should anything come to his attention regarding the post-race condition of SANSADEE. A veterinary examination of SANSADEE did not detect any abnormalities. A veterinary examination of MAN OF WOOD found that horse to have an elevated heart rate.

1^st: OVERALL PRINCE 2^nd: DANCE CLEAR 3^rd: MORTADELLA 4^th: GOLD WORKS

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 2: Mr K. Dryden reprimanded (AR124).

Race 2: Mr G. McDermott reprimanded (AR124).

Race 2: R. Silburn reprimanded (AR137(a)).

Race 4: App. S. Rogan fined $100 (LR70).

Race 6: A. Layt suspended from Wednesday 21 April 2004 until Wednesday 28 April 2004 (AR137(a))

Race 7: DANE SPIRIT veterinary certificate of fitness.

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 27 February 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: True position.

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, J. Anderson (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart (Betting), H. McAlister (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, I Hayes (Veterinarian).

RACE 1: CLASS ONE HANDICAP 1600M

OH WHAT A MOMENT, which was fractious in the gates, was withdrawn by Stewards acting on veterinary advice at 2.17pm. Prior to correct weight Stewards ordered all monies invested on OH WHAT A MOMENT be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 2.17pm be paid less the deductions of 22 cents win, 23 cents place and 45 cents quinella on the face value of the ticket. EGOISTIC, which overaced in the middle stages, shifted out near the 1250 metres and hampered SODA WATER. Approaching the 300 metres LITTLE LODGE was steadied away from the heels of SODA WATER (S. Pawsey), which shifted in under pressure. Pawsey was advised to exercise more care.

1^ST: INTEMPERATE 2^ND: ENTRY 3^RD: EGOISTIC (NZ) 4^TH: SODA WATER

RACE 2: MAIDEN PLATE 1400M

Prior to correct weight being declared, Rider J. Morris made application for DEVILS RAINBOW to be declared a non-runner, as he believed it was being held by a barrier attendant as the field was released. The Stewards found that DEVILS RAINBOW had been fractious in the gates and had missed the start due to its own barrier manners and it was therefore declared a runner. DEVILS RAINBOW was slow to begin. Approaching the 1000 metres RUGGLES shifted out and carried MINOA (NZ) wider on the track, resulting in APOSTASY being hampered. TRINITY SONG was held up and unable to improve for a short distance near the 200 metres. A post race veterinary examination of ARISEN did not detect any abnormalities.

1^ST: AMBER LIQUID 2^ND: PERETTE 3^RD: TRINTY SONG 4^TH: RUGGLES

RACE 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1000M

Trainer Mr. M Barba approached Stewards, prior to Race 1 to express concern with the condition of his horse SIMPSON DESERT. SIMPSON DESERT was subsequently withdrawn by Stewards at 1.47pm, when a veterinary examination found the gelding to have swelling and soreness to the near side neck area. After taking initial evidence from Mr. Barba the inquiry was adjourned to allow the results of the swab sample taken from SIMPSON DESERT to be analysed. ZEE AND ME and SHAKIN IN SEATTLE were slow to begin. Shortly after the start SHREWD LAD shifted in crowding ROSE OF THE PINES and DISCO TOUCH. Near the 800 metres ROSE OF THE PINES, which was racing greenly, was checked when crowded between ZAKYNTHOS PRIEST and DISCO TOUCH, both of which shifted some ground. Approaching the 500 metres ROSE OF THE PINES was steadied away from the heels of ZAKYNTHOS PRIEST, which shifted out slightly. ROSE OF THE PINES made the home turn awkwardly, shifted out abruptly and carried ZEE AND ME and AMARYNTHIA wider on the track.

1^ST: KING SIAM 2^ND: DISCO TOUCH 3^RD: SHREWD LAD 4^TH: BUSH FLASH

RACE 4: CLASS TWO HANDICAP 1000M

MORINDA, HORNBLOWER and CASUAL CHICK (NZ) were slow to begin. DEL ARWIN hung out approaching the 700 metres and carried HEAD ENFILADE and MCCHIEF wider on the track. MCCHIEF raced wide throughout.  After the 300 metres PAPER WORKER shifted out and bumped DEL ARWIN, which became unbalanced. Near the 200 metres DEL ARWIN was steadied away from PAPER WORKER, which shifted out slightly. Over the concluding stages PAPER WORKER was carried in when CEDE NIGHT shifted in under pressure. DEL ARWIN was reported to have lost the near fore and off hind plates during the event. TRIGGER bled for the second time during the event and as such is now barred from racing in Australia forever under the provisions of  AR 53A.

1^ST: CEDE NIGHT 2^ND: PAPER WORKER 3^RD: SIMPLY WONDERFUL 4^TH: CASUAL CHICK (NZ)

 RACE 5: JACK THOMAS 3YO CLASS FIVE HANDICAP 1400M

COLUMBAN reared as the start was affected and lost considerable ground and was then checked when it raced up onto the heels of MOLONGLO GORGE near the 1250 metres. LOOKOUT began very awkwardly and shifted in abruptly. PRINCESS DANI and GLEN’S REGARD were slow to begin.

1^ST: GRAND ZULU 2^ND: LET’S RIP 3^RD: ISLAND SWING 4^TH: CLEWS PLACE  

RACE 6: LIGHTNING RIDGE PLATE 2YO OPEN HANDICAP 1000M

The start of this event was delayed by approximately seven minutes when UGLY JUGGLY was unable to be loaded and WIMBLEDON proved difficult to load. Subsequently UGLY JUGGLY was withdrawn by Stewards at 5.34pm who further ordered that all monies invested on UGLY JUGGLY be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 5.34pm be paid less deductions of 23 cents win, 18 cents place and 45 cents quinella on the face value of the ticket. Ms F Murphy, representing trainer Mr. A Stapleford was advised that UGLY JUGGLY must barrier trial to the Stewards satisfaction before it would be permitted to race again. Trainer Mr. G Vella was advised a warning would be placed on the barrier manners of WIMBLEDON. In attempting to load UGLY JUGGLY the starter, Mr. M Wilson was kicked in the left leg, which necessitated him being transported to hospital. RUMBULLION, TOPRANK, CANNYKIA and MIND THE STEP were slow to begin. Shortly after the start LA VENTANA was checked when crowded between STANDABOVE, which shifted out slightly and MI PIACHI (B. Poile), which shifted in. Poile was issued with a severe reprimand over the incident. Near the 800 metres MY GENERAL and BELLA ARENA bumped, resulting in BELLA ARENA carrying LA VENTANA wider on the track. For some distance after straightening MY GENERAL was awkwardly placed close to the heels of YOUANDI. For a short distance after straightening STANDABOVE was held up and unable to improve. BELLA ARENA raced greenly throughout.

1^ST: FLYING FIREBIRD (NZ) 2^ND: SNIPPETY DAY 3^RD: RUMBULLION 4^TH: MORE THAN HUGS     

RACE 7: BURLEY GRIFFIN SPRINT OPEN QUALITY HANDICAP  1200M

Trainer Mr. R Boljun was fined $50 under LR35 for the late declaration of B Elissa as the rider of MISSILE SAM. KABLAMMO was slow to begin. C. Newitt explained he had been instructed not to go wide on KABLAMMO as the trainer feared being forced excessively wide on the home turn and also he did not want the gelding to be caught racing in what the trainer believed to be an inferior section of the track approximately 8 to 10 horses off the fence bearing in mind the big weight allotted to the gelding. He added that approaching the 200 metres he had the choice of runs to the inside and outside of JIVAGO and in keeping with his instructions he elected to shift inside where he was momentarily held up on the heels of INFLATION before securing an uninterrupted run to the line. He added after initially sprinting quickly he believed KABLAMMO then ground to the line and in his opinion was now looking for a longer distance. Trainer Mr. D Williams confirmed the instructions given and expressed satisfaction with C. Newitt’s ride on KABLAMMO although he felt with the benefit of hindsight he may have erred in shifting in near the 200 metres. The explanations were accepted.

1^ST: GREIGACIOUS 2^ND: KABLAMMO 3^RD: SPURWINGS 4^TH: JIVAGO

RACE 8: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP 1200M

This event was rescheduled to start at 6.57pm. CAN HE SING began awkwardly and lost ground. Approaching the 1000 metres TIRESIAS was steadied away from the heels of GESSEPPI THE GREAT.  Near the 900 metres TIRESIAS was awkwardly placed on the heels of HUBCAPPER. TIRESIAS and BARTOSS bumped heavily on the home turn. The veterinary surgeon reported TIRESIAS to be lame behind. Trainer Ms A Langlar was advised a veterinary clearance would be required before TIRESIAS would be permitted to start again.

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 4: TRIGGER- Bled second time.

Race 6: UGLY JUGGLY- To trial- Unable to be load

Race 6: WIMBLEDON- Warning- Difficult to load

Race 6: B. POILE- Severe reprimand- AR137(a)

Race 7: R. BOLJUN- Fined $50- Late rider LR35

Race 8: TIRESIAS- Vet certificate- Lame behind    

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 02 April 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Fine
TRACK: Good
RAIL: Out 6 Metres entire circumference

T. J. Davidson (Chairman), C. P. Yeo, T. Smith (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), J. Anderson (Betting), H. McAlister (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Joyce (Veterinarian).

RACE 1: MAIDEN PLATE            1600M

Stewards considered a request from Trainer Mr. R Boljun, to replace M Schmetzer as the rider of CAFU with J. Nisbet, due to a dispute between M Schmetzer and himself. Stewards agreed to the substitution but ruled that M Schmetzer would be entitled to a losing ride fee. Shortly after the start STAY ALL NIGHT was crowded between COLOUR THERAPY and APOSTASY. MILA GLEAM blundered over the 1300 metre crossing, which resulted in its rider becoming unbalanced. COLOUR THERAPY made the crossing near the 1300 metres awkwardly and lost ground. APOSTASY, which was following and over racing, checked away from the heels of COLOUR THERAPY.

1^ST: BUSKING 2^ND: MINOA (NZ) 3^RD: COLOUR THERAPY 4^TH: REXSTER

RACE 2: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1600M

 SEASCOPE raced greenly under pressure in the straight.

1^ST: ARBITRAGE 2^ND: BRAVE AND BOLD 3^RD:D/H: INTEMPERATE 3^RD:D/H: SODA WATER

 RACE 3: TRANSITIONAL HANDICAP            1600M

M Travers replaced S Pawsey (overweight) as the rider of TAVERN. Pawsey was subsequently fined the sum of $150 under AR120(b). SOUTHERN AIR was slow to begin. GO VOLARE raced wide throughout. G. Buckley (SOUTHERN AIR) explained he traveled in an advantageous position but when placed under pressure from the 700 metres the gelding failed to run on and in his opinion had disappointed. A veterinary examination of SOUTHERN AIR did not detect any abnormalities. When questioned, N Souquet (GO VOLARE), stated from a wide draw he was caught deep in the early stages and he therefore elected to push forward. He added when he went forward, runners to his inside improved and he was then posted wide throughout. He further stated the gelding struck a shifting patch of ground near the home turn and failed to find the line. A post race veterinary examination of GO VOLARE found it to have a mildly elevated heart rate.

1^ST: BARTOSS 2^ND: DESERT BRIGADIER 3^RD: TAVERN (NZ) 4^TH: PATENT

RACE 4: CLASS TWO HANDICAP            1000M

Trainer Mr. B Howlett was reprimanded for the slightly late withdrawal of DUMARESQ. A. Bloomfield replaced M. Schmetzer (overweight) as the rider of COLDAZZ. At a subsequent inquiry M. Schmetzer pleaded guilty to charge under AR175 (a) in that he did weigh out without a girth in an attempt to deceive the Clerk of Scales and make the allotted weight. M. Schmetzer was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence on Sunday 11^th April 2004 and to expire on Thursday 6^th May 2004, on which day he may ride. AFFLICTION was slow to begin. An inquiry into the reason KING SIAM was checked near the 800 metres was adjourned to a date to be fixed, to allow J. Nisbet to be present.  Near the 300 metres KING SIAM collapsed after suffering a massive bleeding attack. It was subsequently euthenased. Rider J. Nisbet suffered an injury to the left shoulder and was stood down from his remaining rides. On return to scale, Mr. D. Bailey, the trainer of GOLD WORKS (third) lodged an objection against AFFLICTION (App W. Pearson) being declared the winner alleging interference after the 300 metres. The evidence revealed that after the 300 metres AFFLICTION shifted out abruptly when struck with the whip, making heavy contact with GOLD WORKS, causing GOLD WORKS to become unbalanced and lose some ground. After considering all evidence and taking into account the manner in which both horses went to the line, the Stewards could not be comfortably satisfied that had this interference not occurred GOLD WORKS would have beaten AFFLICTION to the line and the objection was therefore dismissed. As the Stewards were satisfied that Apprentice W. Pearson had reacted and attempted to straighten his mount as soon as possible, no direct action was taken against him.

1^ST: AFFLICTION 2^ND: TOUCH MOVE 3^RD: GOLD WORKS 4^TH: BRAVE ARCHER

RACE 5: MAIDEN PLATE            1200M

Trainer Mr. G. Rogerson was fined the sum of $50 under AR141A for failing to notify a change of plates on GALWAY GREY (NZ). A. Bloomfield replaced J. Nisbet as the rider of KISEKI MEGAMI. While heading to the barriers AIM TO FIRE took charge of its rider and galloped a circuit of the course. It was withdrawn by Stewards at 2.57pm who ordered all monies invested on AIM TO FIRE be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 2.57pm be paid less deductions of 6 cents win, 7 cents place and 12 cents quinella on the face value of the ticket. UNCLE DORDY and RAYANUI were slow to begin. L. Lunn pleaded guilty to charge of careless riding under AR137(a) in that near the 1100 metres he did make insufficient effort to prevent SPECIAL IMPACT shifting in resulting in UNCLE DORDY being carried in across the running of BLISS MISS, which was checked. Lunn was suspended from riding in races for a period to expire on Tuesday 13^th April 2004 on which day he may ride. Approaching the 800 metres SIMPSON DESERT was checked when it ran up onto the heels of BALLY TIGER (R. Stewart), which steadied after reaching the lead. Apprentice Stewart was advised to exercise more care. KISEKI MEGAMI raced wide throughout. Near the 700 metres SPECIAL IMPACT was awkwardly placed close to the heels of GALWAY GREY (NZ). STAR VELLA was held up and unable to improve behind KISEKI MEGAMI, which was weakening near the 200 metres. On return to scale App W. Pearson (COLUMBAN) weighed in 0.7 kilogram light and after calling for the bridle correct weight was achieved. Apprentice Pearson’s explanation for this short weight was accepted. Apprentice R. Stewart (BALLY TIGER), was severely reprimanded for failing to weigh in after finishing in fifth position.

1^ST: GALWAY GREY (NZ) 2^ND: COLUMBAN 3^RD: SINGA BETINA 4^TH: SIMPSON DESERT     

RACE 6: CLASS ONE HANDICAP            1400M

J. Penza replaced J. Nisbet as the rider of SIR RUSSKI. DISCO TOUCH was crowded on jumping between PRINCESS DANI and MAGIC MORNING (NZ). PRIME COLOUR and MORINDA were slow to begin. DISCO TOUCH raced wide throughout and over raced in the early and middle stages. A post race veterinary examination of PRIME COLOUR found that horse to be stepping short in front. Stable representatives of Trainer Mr. G. Rogerson were advised a veterinary clearance would be required before PRIME COLOUR would be permitted to race again. PRINCESS DANI was found to have a laceration to the front of the near hind fetlock. Veterinary examinations of MAGIC MORNING (NZ) and SETO FAIRY did not detect any abnormalities.

1^ST: SIR RUSSKI 2^ND: PRINCESS DANI 3^RD: AMBER LIQUID 4^TH: OUR MELVIN

RACE 7: OPEN HANDICAP             1200M

BLAZER reared as the start was affected and lost ground (6L). Ms D Reiper representing Mrs. B Joseph was advised BLAZER must barrier trial to the Stewards satisfaction before racing again. RULIQUE commenced to over race near the 800 metres and near the 600 metres lost ground when it was awkwardly placed on the heels of LACRISTI. M.A.Cahill (RULIQUE) stated his mount over raced in the early stages, hung in passing the 600 metres and did not respond when placed under pressure after straightening. A veterinary examination of MUSICAL BEAT did not detect any abnormality. EXRAY returned with a laceration to the near hind.

1^ST: EDGE OF THE STORM 2^ND: LACRISTI 3^RD: EXRAY 4^TH: WRAPPED UP

RACE 8: CLASS FOUR HANDICAP            1200M

J. Whitney replaced J. Nisbet as the rider of IDLE WAVE. ZUM and MAJORETTE were very fractious in the barriers. Veterinary examinations of ZUM, MAJORETTE and RED ROBERT found RED ROBERT fit to start and ZUM and MAJORETTE unfit to take their place in the field. ZUM and MAJORETTE were withdrawn by stewards at 4.58pm who ordered all monies invested on ZUM and MAJORETTE be refunded and all successful wagers placed prior to 4.58pm be paid less deductions of 31 cents win, 21 cents place and 55 cents quinella on the face value of the ticket. Trainers Mr. M. Petrovic and Mr. J. Morrisey were advised warnings would be placed on the barrier manners of ZUM and MAJORETTE. CEDE NIGHT and GREY DAN were slow to begin. When questioned regarding the pace set in the early stages of the event S. Pawsey (APPERTAIN), stated he was under specific instructions to lead and after being slightly slow to begin he rode his mount hard to endeavor to take up a leading position but he was unable to cross CALHOUN, which was racing to his inside. Trainer Mr. J Morrisey confirmed the instruction given but felt they may have been overdone to a certain extent as he was surprised to see APPERTAIN ridden out with the whip in the early stages. The explanations were noted.

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 3: S. Pawsey fined $150 AR120(b)

Race 4: M. Schmetzer suspended 10/4/04 until 6/5/04 AR175(a)

Race 4: Protest 3^rd against 1^st dismissed

Race 5: R. Stewart severely reprimanded AR144

Race 5: L. Lunn suspended until 13/4/04 AR137(a)

Race 6: PRIME COLOUR- Vet certificate required- Stepping short in front

Race 7: Blazer- To trial-Reared as start was affected

Canberra (ACT)

Friday, 30 January 2004 00:00

WEATHER: Overcast/Showery
TRACK: Good
RAIL: Out 6 metres

C.P. Yeo (Chairman), T.W. Smith, J. Anderson (Stewards), M. Wilson (Starter), D. Stewart (Betting), M. Tarrant (Swab), C. Polglase (Judge), R. Chapman, R. Forrester (Veterinarians).

RACE 1: MAIDEN PLATE 1000M

Shortly after the start APPLECROSS was crowded between ASHEN ANGEL and SIDEARM which shifted out abruptly.

1^st: DON RAPHAEL 2^nd: LUCKY SPIRIT 3^rd: SIDEARM 4^th: APPLECROSS

RACE 2: TWO YEAR OLD OPEN HANDICAP 1000M

CAZA LADRON shifted out abruptly on jumping resulting in STANDABOVE being severely checked (3L).  EGYPTIAN ODYSSEY was slow to begin (3L) and hung out severely in the early and middle stages.  Trainer Mr G. Vella was advised that EGYPTIAN ODYSSEY would be required to trial to the stewards satisfaction in an official barrier trial prior to racing again.  RUMBULLION raced very wide throughout.  Near the 400 metres ARMAGOODLOOKA was steadied away from the heels of LADY BRIONY which was laying in.  App. B. Poile was found guilty of a charge of careless riding (AR 137(a)) in that near the 200 metres he permitted MI PIACHI to shift in when insufficiently clear of LA VENTANA resulting in that filly being severely checked.  App. Poile's permit to ride in races was suspended for a period to commence after the Sapphire Coast meeting on Sunday 1 February 2004 and to expire on Friday 13 February 2004 on which day he may ride.  A post race veterinary examination of  RUBITBABE, which hung in over the concluding stages revealed no apparent abnormalities.

1^st: MI PIACHI 2^nd: RUMBULLION 3^rd: STANDABOVE 4^th: LA VENTANA

RACE 3: MAIDEN PLATE 1200M

STAY ALL NIGHT was slow to begin.  LOVE BOMB over-raced in the middle stages, became awkwardly positioned on the heels of TRULY SOMETHING near the 700 metres and was unable to improve until after straightening.  M.A. Cahill (BARKNUCKLE) was questioned regarding his elaborate whip action after the 100 metres.  After establishing that no contact had been made with any other runner, M.A. Cahill was reprimanded for using his whip in a manner which in the opinion of the stewards was bordering on improper.  M.A. Cahill was further advised that a repetition would not be condoned.  Near the 50 metres ZINGAM improved onto the heels of WOMBAN ROAD which then shifted out abruptly resulting in ZINGAM being checked and unable to be fully tested over the concluding stages.

1^st: AL ADHAM 2^nd: PERETTE 3^rd: WOMBAN ROAD 4^th: ZINGAM

RACE 4: CLASS FOUR HANDICAP 1200M

Near the 450 metres BOY BLUFF was momentarily crowded when CASH ECONOMY shifted in after being steadied away from the heels of RAMBLING.

1^st: AL KHAFRA 2^nd: CASH ECONOMY 3^rd: INDIAN CIGAR 4^th: GESSEPPI THE GREAT

RACE 5: CLASS ONE HANDICAP 1000M

AFFLICTION was withdrawn on veterinary advice at 4.53pm after becoming fractious in the barriers.  BIT SALTY was withdrawn on veterinary advice at 4.54pm after making contact with the gates when proving difficult to load.  All bets on AFFLICTION and  BIT SALTY were ordered to be refunded in full with the following deductions to apply: bets made prior to 4.53pm, face value less 21¢ in the win dollar, less 21¢  place and less 46¢ quinella: bets made after the withdrawal of AFFLICTION AT 4.53pm and prior to the withdrawal of  BIT SALTY at 4.54pm to be paid on face value less 8¢ in the win dollar, less 9¢ place and less 16¢ quinella.   Warnings were recorded against both AFFLICTION and BIT SALTY regarding their barrier manners.  MORINDA was crowded on jumping between PRINCIPATUS which shifted in and LITTLE LODGE which was taken out when ARMIDALE EXPLORER began awkwardly.

1^st: TAD 2^nd: MACK'S SILVER 3^rd: OLYMPIC TWIST 4^th: GRACCHUS

RACE 6: OPEN HANDICAP 1000M

When questioned App. T. Clark (LOCK THE KEY) explained he was instructed to obtain cover from his outside gate if his mount was unable to go forward early, and after travelling 50 metres he elected to steady the gelding to obtain a position nearer the rail when it became apparent that he would not have the necessary speed to clear runners to his inside.  He further explained that in going back to obtain cover he was obliged to race further back than intended however when clear in the straight LOCK THE KEY went to the line strongly under its big weight.  Trainer Mr G. Colvin confirmed the instructions given, adding that with the amount of speed drawn inside LOCK THE KEY he was satisfied with Apprentice Clark's decision not to persevere for the lead in the early stages.  These explanations were accepted.  Near the 200 metres GWEN'S STAR was inconvenienced when CHOSEN VALOUR shifted out under pressure.

1^st: EXRAY 2^nd: LOCK THE KEY 3^rd: MISSILE SAM 4^th: SAMMUKA

RACE 7: CLASS FIVE HANDICAP 1600M

SOUTHERN AIR was slow into stride (4L). Near the 300 metres BANDARES was steadied when disappointed for a run inside GEMBROOK LASS.

1^st: BEAT THE TIDE 2^nd: REBEL DUEL DH 3^rd: WIND STORM & GEMBROOK LASS

RACE 8: CLASS TWO HANDICAP 1400M

No Report.

1^st: CEDE NIGHT 2^nd: CLEWS PLACE 3^rd: PRINCESS DANI 4^th: ZANDES

SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN:

Race 2: EGYPTIAN ODYSSEY to barrier trial - hung out

Race 2:  App. B. Poile suspended from 2/2/04 until 13/2/04 - AR 137(a)

Race 2: M.A. Cahill - reprimand (improper use of whip)            

Race 5: AFFLICTION - warning re: barrier manners

Race 5: BIT SALTY - warning re: barrier manners

CHAIRMAN OF STEWARDS