Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 26 February 2005 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position

Stewards: L Lane (Chairman), J Hamilton, R Merritt, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)
Veterinary Surgeon: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 39
Stakes Paid: 39,000
Riding Changes: Nil

Stewards completed an inquiry adjourned from the racemeeting on 17 February 2005 regarding GOODONYA ZIGGY.  Stewards accepted the evidence tendered by Ms AWhite, trainer of GOODONYA ZIGGY regarding the stable return for that filly.

Stewards completed an inquiry adjourned from the racemeeting on 17 February 2005 into P Shiers not fulfilling his engagements.  P Shiers was fined $100 under AR120 (b) in that he was unable to fulfil his engagements on ANTIOPE, CALMER KARMA, WHERE’S DA IVORY, SPIN DUSTY and CHEESECAKE at Fannie Bay on 17 February, 2005 due to being overweight and as a result was replaced as the rider of those horses.

Stewards questioned Mr B Merrall regarding the ownership details of his runners SAKANON, TIMES RIPE and MURPHY’S PRIZE as the transfers of ownership or the lease details had not been lodged prior to today.  Mr Merrall’s explanation for not having the transfers/leases completed prior to today was accepted.  Stewards notified Mr Merrall of the policy adopted by the stewards in relation to such matters, that being; if any horse is presented to race without the relinquishing owners having completed the appropriate documentation, stewards would consider withdrawing the horse.  Further that unless the transfer/lease was completed the horse would not be permitted to start again until such time as it was completed.

Race 1 – OPEN - 1100 metres:

Near the 900 metre PRINCE RAJA had to be eased off the heels of TOP SQUIRE (B Davis (a)) which shifted in.  B Davis (a) was notified that in future he must ensure he is 2 lengths clear prior to shifting ground.

Rounding the turn TOP SQUIRE had a tendency to hang out.

1^st        COOKE STREET (NZ)          2^nd       TOP SQUIRE 3^rd        MOOKTA’S REWARD

Race 2 – 3YO CLASS 3 - 1200 metres:

When the gates opened WITCH WAY WEST was slow to begin.

Stewards questioned P Shiers, rider of SKYY GREY which performed below expectations.  P Shiers stated that the gelding had a tendency to hang out and rather than fight against it he let it move out which resulted in him racing wider than he would have liked.  Further that in the straight SKYY GREY stretched out and ran on.  Ms L Edwards, representing Mr A Trengrove, trainer of SKYY GREY stated that she could offer no explanation and that the gelding had done everything right leading up to the race, however it did in her opinion pull up slightly distressed.  The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected SKYY GREY subsequent to the event and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality. 

1^st        RATTLETRAP          2^nd       PERFORMANCE      3^rd        SKYY GREY

Race 3 – CLASS B - 1100 metres:

When the gates opened BOX OFFICE STAR was slow into stride.

During the event BELLO DIVISTA had a tendency to lay in.

D Bates, rider of MATABELE, which performed below expectations stated that the gelding hung out early in the race and that he had advised the trainer he believed that it would race more tractably in blinkers.

1^st        CHILL FACTOR       2^nd       MATABELE  3^rd        VLTAVA

Race 4 – CLASS 2 - 1200 metres:

S Ridler, rider of BEL DE FERRO, which performed below expectations, stated that the gelding may have pulled up slightly lame in the off foreleg.  The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected BEL DE FERRO subsequent to the event and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality. 

1^st        BRANDY AND ICE   2^nd       PETER JAMES          3^rd        ANTIOPE

Race 5 – CLASS 5 - 1200 metres:

Mr D Leech, trainer of PRINCE PAREE was fined $50 for failing to produce a clearance for that gelding which last raced interstate (AR59B(b)).  Acting on Mr Leech’s assurance that PRINCE PAREE was clear of any embargo stewards permitted the gelding to race.

Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of RHYTHMIC STEP was fined $50 for presenting that gelding without it’s approved gear (pacifiers)(AR140(a)).

B Huppatz, rider of RHYTHMIC STEP was reprimanded for excessive use of the whip on this gelding.

1^st        RANKS           2^nd       PRINCE PAREE        3^rd        VIDAL

Race 6 – CLASS 4 - 1500 metres:

Shortly after the start SPIN DUSTY bumped with SHODIYM and shifted out and hampered NASH STREET.

M Abe(a), rider of SHODIYM was fined $100 for unnecessary use of the whip (AR137A (1)) on this horse when it was out of contention and showing no response.

1^st        RADIANT SOCIETY             2^nd       SPIN DUSTY  3^rd        SUSURRO

SWAB SAMPLES:

Pre-race blood for post-race analysis:  RADIANT SOCIETY, NASH STREET, SHODIYM

Post-race samples:   All winners were swabbed

Darwin (NT)

Wednesday, 26 January 2005 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position

Stewards: L Lane (Chairman), J Hamilton, R Merritt, B Merritt, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)

Veterinary Surgeon: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic

Number of Races: 6

Number of Runners: 36

Stakes Paid: $35,000

Riding Changes: Nil

Race 1 – SPECIAL CONDITIONS (3) S/W - 1300 metres: 

Stewards questioned B Davis (a),rider of MOOKTA’S REWARD which weakened badly in the straight.  B Davis (a) stated that he intended to sit back in the field however the gelding jumped well and raced keenly in the early stages.  This resulted in MOOKTA’S REWARD being used up early and in his opinion was the reason for the gelding weakening in the straight.

During the event CARL THE BULL suffered an attack of bleeding and is therefore subject to the embargoes as set out in AR53A.

1^st        GILDED STAR          2^nd       PRINCE RAJA          3^rd        GUNNEL

Race 2 – 3YO CLASS 1 HCP - 1200 metres: 

MISS TALITHA broke through the front gates prior to the start and had to be reboxed.

When the gates opened MISS TALITHA jumped away awkwardly and in doing so bumped BLIX.

1^st        PERFORMANCE      2^nd       GAGS  3^rd        BLIX

Race 3 – CLASS 4 HCP - 1200 metres: 

When the gates opened CALMER KARMA and PICAYUNE were slow to begin and then came together.

1^st        IF YOU SAY SO         2^nd       LUSKIN DREAMS    3^rd        PICAYUNE

Race 4 - WFA - 1000 metres: 

Ms T Halter, stable representative for trainer B Halter who had nominated BEAU MASTER for this event when ineligible was notified that a $50 fine would be imposed for nominating BEAU MASTER when ineligible.

1^st        BEAU MASTER        2^nd       ORIENTAL TREASURE      3^rd        BRAVE DECISION

Race 5 – CLASS B HCP - 1000 metres: 

Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of STORMY LANDING, which last raced interstate was fined $50 for failing to produce a clearance for that gelding (AR59B(b)).  Mr Lamprecht further stated that he believed that STORMY LANDING was clear to race.  Acting on this information stewards permitted STORMY LANDING to race.

S Ridler, rider of REEF STAR notified the stewards that his mount had a tendency to lay out.

1^st        ANTIOPE       2^nd       EYE EYE SIR 3^rd        BOX OFFICE STAR

Race 6 – CLASS 2 HCP - 1100 metres: 

Mr B Merrall, trainer of SPRUIK, which last raced interstate, notified the stewards that he had contacted the office of the SDRA and requested a clearance for that gelding.  Acting on Mr Merrall’s assurance that SPRUIK was clear of any embargo, stewards permitted it to race.

When the gates opened OUR CAMBIDA jumped away awkwardly and lost ground.

Stewards opened an inquiry into S Hillebrand (a) riding of BELLO DIVISTA.  During the inquiry evidence was taken from S Hillebrand (a), L Houldsworth trainer of BELLO DIVISTA and trainer B Merrall representing S Hillebrand (a).  Stewards adjourned the inquiry until a date to be fixed.

Stewards expressed their concerns to B Merrall, trainer of the winner SPRUIK regarding his conduct after the race.  Stewards noted that Mr Merrall did not attend the winners stall in the mounting yard after the race and that as SPRUIK’s rider M Abe (a) was returning to scale Mr Merrall made a derogatory comment to him.  Mr Merrall stated this occurred because he was dissatisfied with M Abe (a)’s riding of SPRUIK even though he had won the race.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected MODERN GLORY subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding was lame in the near fore leg.

1^st        SPRUIK          2^nd       MODERN GLORY    3^rd        RHYTHMIC STEP

SWAB SAMPLES:

Post-race samples:   All winners were swabbed

Alice Springs (NT)

Saturday, 19 February 2005 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position

Stewards: R LENNOX (CHAIRMAN), J BENNETT, S FREARSON
Veterinary Surgeon: DENISE McEWAN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 39
Stakes Paid: $28,8000
Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	MONOLOGIST	D McINTOSH	K GLADWIN	Race book error

Race 1 – CLASS 5 HANDICAP – 1400 metres:

SPAKATAK jumped out bumping CAPTAIN SNAADEE.

1^st FIRE JOE              2^nd SPAKATAK         3^rd CAPTAIN SNAADEE

Race 2 – CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

Mr N MOODY, trainer of SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN advised Stewards that he had advice from the horse’s previous trainer that SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN had run his best races when ridden back in the field and that he would issue his rider with those instructions today. No race incidents.

1^st ORSO        2^nd SARATOGA BOY           3^rd PLAY AGAIN SAM

Race 3 – open handicap – 1200 metres:

READY AND GO shifted outwards shortly after the start. SOUTHERN RENEGADE raced very wide throughout the race. BRIGHT VISION appeared to strike the running rail at the 600 metre mark.

1^st READY AND GO             2^nd SOUTHERN RENEGADE         3^rd MURPHY’S LAW

Race 4 – class 1 handicap - 1100 metres:

Start delayed when FIERY PROSPECTOR had to be re-saddled. Stewards asked jockey C MOON, rider of GAELIC DANCE who performed below expectations could he offer any reason. He stated that the mare had not raced at any stage of the race and had been under pressure throughout. He also stated that the mare had been up for a long time and maybe starting to sour. The trainer of GAELIC DANCE, Mrs L GILLETT stated that she was disappointed with the run and that she was of the opinion that the mare needed a spell and that she would be put in the paddock immediately. A veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. A blood sample for analysis was also taken. THE SNARLING DOG pulled up lame in the offside hind leg and will require a veterinary certificate of soundness before being permitted to start again. HAUNTING CHANT returned to the enclosure very distressed and agitated and recovery was very slow. A veterinary certificate of fitness to race will be required by Stewards before being permitted to start again. Trainer of FIERY PROSPECTOR, Mr W SAVAGE fined the sum of $50 under ARR140 – Incorrect Saddling.

1^st HAUNTING CHANT       2^nd FIERY PROSPECTOR               3^rd ADMIRAL HARRY

Race 5 – 3YO CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1100 metres:

GREIMOTA slow to begin. Subsequent to the race an inquiry was opened into the reason that jockey D McINTOSH weighed out and rode BROTHER HENRY in a body protector that had been modified. Inquiry adjourned until Monday 21 February 2005 at 4:00pm.

1^st MARZOTTO        2^nd KAPPA     3^rd SANDOVER

SWAB SAMPLES:

Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed and GAELIC DANCE

Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 15 January 2005 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position

Stewards: R Merritt (Chairman), K Cook, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)

Veterinary Surgeon: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic

Number of Races: 5

Number of Runners: 31

Stakes Paid: $31,000

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
3	King Of Ireland	M Abe (a)	B Davis (a)	Overweight

Race 1 – 3yo CLASS B HCP - 1100 metres:  Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of EMBOSSED was fined $50 for failing to produce a clearance for that gelding which last raced interstate (AR59B(b)).  Acting on Mr Lamprecht’s assurance that EMBOSSED was clear of any embargo stewards permitted the gelding to race.

Near the 200 metres BLIX had a tendency to lay out on EMBOSSED, causing its rider P Denton to stop riding and straighten the gelding.

Mr S Clarke, trainer of EYE EYE SIR was fined $50 for nominating that gelding for this event when ineligible (AR64 (1)). 

1^st        KAPPA           2^nd       PERFORMANCE      3^rd        GAGS

Race 2 –CLASS 4 - 1100 metres:  At the start STUN GUN jumped awkwardly out onto OUR CAMBIDA.

Shortly after the start CALMER KARMA shifted in abruptly taking the running of LUSKIN DREAMS which in turn forced that gelding into OUR CAMBIDA.

At about the 1,050 metres STUN GUN began to race awkwardly and was pulled out of the race by that mare’s rider B Huppatz.  Subsequent to the event B Huppatz reported that he thought the mare had broken down.  The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected STUN GUN subsequent to the event and reported that the mare was lame in the near hind leg.  Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of STUN GUN was notified that a veterinary certificate of soundness would be required before the mare raced again (AR8(t)).

1^st        RANKS           2^nd       LUSKIN DREAMS    3^rd        CALMER KARMA

Race 3 – CLASS 3 HCP - 1500 metres:  As M Abe(a) was to be over his MRW, stewards permitted B Davis(a) to replace him as the rider of KING OF IRELAND.  Stewards accepted his explanation as to his reason for being overweight.

In the back straight both DESERT PROSPECT and MY ADVICE hung inwards.

1^st        GOLD HAWK            2^nd       MURPHY’S PRIZE    3^rd        RHYTHMIC STEP

Race 4 – MAIDEN SET WEIGHTS - 1200 metres:  Stewards interviewed D Bates, rider of WASN’T IT GOOD regarding the improved performance of this mare.  D Bates stated that the blinkers had been taken off, a different bit had been used and chiropractic work had been used on the mare since it’s last run.  Mrs L Williams, trainer of WASN’T IT GOOD stated that the change of gear had stopped the mare from hanging out and this had contributed to the improved performance.

1^st        WASN’T IT GOOD    2^nd       BELLO DIVISTA      3^rd        ALLSPENT

Race 5 – OPEN HCP - 1200 metres:  At the start ACELA jumped out into KISSING DOWN which then shifted out onto I DO THEE WED which in turn bumped FOR RORY.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected I DO THEE WED subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding was lame in the off fore leg.

1^st        PRINCE RAJA          2^nd       GALVESTON STORM          3^rd        FOR RORY

SWAB SAMPLES:

Post-race samples:   All winners were swabbed today

Darwin (NT)

Thursday, 17 February 2005 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position

Stewards: L Lane (Chairman), J Hamilton
Veterinary Surgeon: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 47
Stakes Paid: $42,000
Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	ANTIOPE	P Shiers	P Crich	Overweight
2	CALMER KARMA	P Shiers	S Ridler	Overweight
3	WHERE’S DA IVORY	P Shiers	B Davis (a)	Overweight
5	SPIN DUSTY	P Shiers	T Perry	Overweight
5	CHEESECAKE	C Maloney (a)	B Davis (a)	Overweight

Stewards completed an inquiry adjourned from the racemeeting on 3 February 2005 into B Davis (a) use of the whip on MATABELE.  B Davis (a) was charged under AR137A2(a) in that when he rode MATABELE in the After 5 (div 2) Class B Hcp run at Fannie Bay that shortly after the winning post he struck that gelding forward of the shoulder with the whip.  B Davis (a) was found guilty of the charge and fined the sum of $150.

Race 1 – CLASS 1 HCP - 1100 metres:

As P Shiers was overweight the following rider changes were permitted;

Race 1...... ANTIOPE............................ P Crich

Race 2...... CALMER KARMA............. S Ridler

Race 3...... WHERE’S DA IVORY........ B Davis (a)

Race 5...... SPIN DUSTY...................... T Perry

An inquiry was adjourned into the reason for P Shiers being overweight.

When the gates opened CHILL FACTOR was slow into stride.

1^st        ANTIOPE       2^nd       GOING STAG                        3^rd        CHILL FACTOR

Race 2 – CLASS 5 hcP - 1500 metres:

Mr B Merrall, trainer of TIMES RIPE was fined $50 for failing to lodge a stable return for that gelding in accordance with NT56.

As there was an electrical storm in the vicinity of the racecourse, stewards delayed the start of this race and rescheduled the remaining races;

Race 2.............. 4.50

Race 3.............. 5.20

Race 4.............. 5.50

Race 5.............. 6.20

Race 6.............. 6.50

When the gates opened MURPHY’S PRIZE was slow to begin.

Near the 1100 metres CHIGWIDDEN clipped the heels of LEICA CUMNOCK which when overracing rolled in when tightened by KING OF IRELAND.

1^st        KING OF IRELAND 2^nd       CHIGWIDDEN          3^rd        CALMER KARMA

Race 3 – 3YO MAIDEN S/W - 1200 metres:

Mr B Merrall, trainer of DRAPER was fined $50 for failing to lodge a stable return for that gelding in accordance with NT56.

Mr B Merrall, trainer of DRAPER was questioned regarding the transfer of ownership of this filly.  Mr Merrall indicated that he had purchased the filly some 6 months ago from the foreman of the fillies’ previous trainer.  Further that he had only recently received the document of description and today when he brought it in to do a transfer of ownership he realised that the previous owners had not signed out.  The previous owner contacted the stewards prior to the running of the race confirming that he had sold DRAPER to Mr Merrall.  Acting on this assurance stewards permitted it to start.

An inquiry was adjourned into the reason for GOODONYA ZIGGY being nominated when a stable return had not been lodged in accordance with NT56.

On jumping away POLAND was tightened between EMBOSSED and JARNEE.

Shortly after the start RED BOSS bumped BLIX and knuckled. 

Some strides after the start DRAPER shifted out and bumped LEGS ELEVEN.

In the straight RATTLETRAP had a tendency to lay in.

1^st        WHERE’S DA IVORY           2^nd       GOODONYA ZIGGY 3^rd        EMBOSSED

Race 4 – OPEN HCP - 1200 metres:

When the gates opened ACELA bounded in the air and lost ground.

Shortly after jumping away GUNNEL shifted in onto GALVESTON STORM taking that gelding in onto MOOKTA’S REWARD which then became unbalanced.

Near the 200 metres S Hillebrand, rider of ACELA dropped his whip.

1^st        GUNNEL        2^nd       MOOKTA’S REWARD         3^rd        GALVESTON STORM

Race 5 – CLASS B HCP - 1500 metres:

Acting on veterinary advice that EYE EYE SIR had swelling around it’s tendon stewards ordered the withdrawal of EYE EYE SIR at 5.15pm.

As C Maloney (a) was to be overweight, stewards permitted B Davis (a) to replace him as the rider of CHEESECAKE.  C Maloney (a) was fined $100 for accepting rides for which he was subsequently overweight (AR120(b)).

Near the 600 metres and 500 metres STORMY LANDING had difficulty obtaining a clear run.

1^st        SAVNECT      2^nd       SPIN DUSTY  3^rd        RESTLESS LEGS

Race 6 – CLASS 3 HCP - 1300 metres:

Stewards accepted the explanation of Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of RADIANT SOCIETY for presenting that gelding without it’s approved gear (tongue tie) (AR140(a)).

When the gates opened RADIANT SOCIETY stumbled and almost dislodged its rider M Abe (a).

During the event WASN’T IT GOOD lost a hind plate and suffered minor lacerations to its hind legs.

Stewards questioned P Denton, rider of PICAYUNE which performed below expectations.  P Denton stated that the gelding began only fairly and then raced up well until near the 600 metres at which stage he eased out slightly as he had some difficulty seeing due to the sun.  From that stage onwards PICAYUNE failed to improve.  Further that the gelding appeared normal in its action and appeared to pull up alright.

1^st        KELTLRICK 2^nd       RADIANT SOCIETY 3^rd        WASN’T IT GOOD

SWAB SAMPLES:

Post-race samples:   All winners were swabbed

Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 08 January 2005 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

STEWARDS: K.Cook (Chairman), R Merritt, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)

BOOKMAKERS: 3

VETERINARY SURGEON: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic

Number of Races: 5                        Stakes Paid: $ 30,000

Number of Runners: 32

RACE ONE        CLASS 2 HCP – 12OO M

At the 1000 metres KELTRICK was eased when tightened for room by MODERN GLORY (B Davis (a)) which shifted in.  BLUES LEGEND (M Abe(a)) and PECKJATA (S Ridler) were also tightened for room and had to be eased.  B Davis(a) was severely reprimanded and notified that in similar circumstances in future he must ensure he is 2 lengths clear prior to shifting ground.

Rounding the home turn GOLD HAWK was disappointed for a clear run on the inside of PECKJATA which rolled in on several occasions.

1^st            KELTRICK  2^nd            MODERN GLORY            3^rd            GOLD HAWK

RACE THREE        CLASS 3 HCP – 1OOO M

At the start STUN GUN jumped inwards onto NOT THIS TIME (NZ) which lost ground as a consequence. 

T Perry, rider of STUN GUN was reprimanded for excessive use of the whip on that gelding (AR137A(1)).

1^st             HIGHER SCORE            2^nd            REGATTA    3^rd            GREYISH

RACE FIVE OPEN HCP – 11OO M

On jumping away CALIGULA and ORIENTAL TREASURE came together.  Shortly after the start CALIGUA and MOOKTA’S REWARD bumped.

1^st            ORIENTAL TREASURE   2^nd            MOOKTA’S REWARD   3^rd            CALIGULA

RACE SEVEN       CLASS B HCP – 13OO M

Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of GOLD HAWK was fined $50 for nominating that gelding for this event when ineligible (AR64 (1)).

As there was no rider available RHYTHMIC STEP was withdrawn by the stewards at 3.30pm.

At the start RUXTON jumped out onto GAGS who then moved out and bumped EYE EYE SIR.

Brendon Davis (a), rider of WASN’T IT GOOD dropped his whip at the 400 metres.

Subsequent to the event the clubs veterinary surgeon inspected RUXTON which performed poorly and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality. 

1^st             RADIANT SOCIETY            2^nd            EYE EYE SIR                     3^rd            SAVNECT

RACE EIGHT        CLASS 5 HCP – 13OO M

At the start KISSING DOWN jumped awkwardly across HADRIAN.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected WINABULL subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding was lame in the near fore leg.

1^st            SPAKATAK 2^nd            LUSKIN DREAMS            3^rd            LEICA CUMNOCK

All winners were swabbed today

Alice Springs (NT)

Saturday, 05 February 2005 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position

Stewards: J Hamilton (Chairman) S Frearson, N Graham (Stipendiary Stewards)

Veterinary Surgeon: D McEwan

Number of Races: 5

Number of Runners: 38

Stakes Paid: $28,800

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
3	KOSSI PRINCE	P DENTON	C MOON	DUAL ACCEPT

Race 1 – SPECIAL CONDITIONS PLATE - 1000 metres:

When the gates opened COMPASS BOY jumped awkwardly and lost ground. On jumping away QUEEN OF THE NORTH and SONG MEKONG bumped. After the race the Club veterinary surgeon reported that READY AND GO had lost both foreplates.

1^st        QUEEN OF THE NORTH    2^nd       READY AND GO      3^rd        SONG MEKONG

Race 2 – CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1000 metres:

After being loaded into the gates MOOKTA GOLD reared and went over backwards and landed on its back. At the same time ADMIRAL HARRY and SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN were kicking the back gates dislodging one of the gates. On being released from the gates MOOKTA GOLD broke away and raced off the course. ADMIRAL HARRY also broke away but was recaptured at the 1200 metre mark. As MOOKTA GOLD had galloped a considerable distance Stewards ordered the withdrawal of that mare at 3.09pm. Acting on vet’s advice the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN at 3.10pm. ADMIRAL HARRY was inspected by Club veterinary surgeon and was declared fit to run. When the gates opened GREIMOTA was slow to begin. REGAL ROSE jumped out and TOP VALUE jumped in and came together. SARASON’S GIRL threw its head in the air and lost ground. RUBYRULE was slow to begin. As a result of the late scratchings the following deductions were announced: No.4 MOOKTA GOLD 20c for the win 16c for the place. No.5 SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN 19c for the win 16c for the place. After the event the Club veterinary surgeon reported that ADMIRAL HARRY had pulled up quite distressed and required treatment.

1^st        RUBYRULE                          2^nd       SMARTACUS                       3^rd        GREIMOTA

Race 3 – OPEN HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

Prior to the race M HART (A) claimed that he had been offered the ride on COOLJET (NZ) by part owner Mr K SATOUR but was subsequently advised that DAMIEN McINTOSH had been given the ride. After hearing all the evidence the Stewards read Mr SATOUR ARR8 and advised him that under that rule there would be a requirement for M HART (A) to receive a loosing ride fee. When the gates opened COOLJET (NZ) got its head up and lost considerable ground.

1^st        REDISON                              2^nd       BRIGHT VISION     3^rd        MURPHY’S LAW

Race 4 – MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:

When the gates opened GAELIC DANCE jumped out bumping DO WHAT WE DO which lost ground.

1^st        GAELIC DANCE                  2^nd       DO WHAT WE DO   3^rd          NORTH SKYE

Race 5 – CLASS 5 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

When the gates opened FIRE JOE jumped awkwardly. Stewards questioned G LEFOE, rider of CAPTAIN SNAADEE regarding that gelding’s run. G LEFOE said that the gelding got back down the back straight as it didn’t appreciate the sand being thrown back. On the home turn he moved out to find firmer ground and was inconvenienced by MONOLOGIST who was weakening and shifting ground. Stewards noted this explanation. After the event the Club veterinary surgeon reported that KINGS ALLEY and CAPTAIN SNAADEE both lost near fore plates.

1^st        PLAY AGAIN SAM              2^nd       FIRE JOE                  3^rd        ORSO

SWAB SAMPLES:

Post-race urine for post-race analysis: All winners were swabbed.

Darwin (NT)

Sunday, 26 December 2004 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

STEWARDS:  R Merritt (Chairman), K.Cook, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)

BOOKMAKERS: 4

VETERINARY SURGEON: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic

Number of Races: 6                        Stakes Paid:                             $ 37,000

Number of Runners: 36

RACE ONE        CLASS 3 HCP – 1OOO M

Rounding the turn at the 650 metres the saddle on GREYISH slipped badly causing S Hillebrand (a) to fall from his mount.  Acting on advice from ambulance officers and following discussions with S Hillebrand (a) and his master B Merrall, stewards permitted S Hillebrand (a) to continue to fulfil his engagements.

D Bates, rider of STUN GUN reported his saddle had shifted, thus affecting the manner in which he rode that mare over the last 200 metres.

1^st        ALTO EGO    2^nd            MODERN GLORY            3^rd            NOT THIS TIME

RACE TWO        CLASS 1 HCP – 13OO M

Near the 550 metres SAVNECT (S Hillebrand) had to be eased off the heels of SHE’S A CARD causing that gelding to race wide around the home turn.

1^st             DESERT PROSPECT                2^nd            KELTRICK  3^rd            PECKJATA

RACE THREE  3YO CLASS 1 HCP – 12OO M

At the start GAGS jumped out onto PERFORMANCE and TAFFETA’S BEST jumped in onto PERFORMANCE.

Stewards questioned M Morita (a), rider of BLIX, regarding his riding of that gelding.  M Morita (a) stated that he wanted to ride BLIX behind the leaders but did not intend to get as far back as he did.  He then found it difficult to ride BLIX forward.  Stewards accepted this explanation.

1^st            KAPPA         2^nd            PERFORMANCE             3^rd            GAGS

RACE FOUR OPEN HCP – 15OO M

At the start STUBBS jumped awkwardly.

Subsequent to the event the clubs veterinary surgeon reported that CARL THE BULL had blood in one nostril.

1^st             ACELA         2^nd            STUBBS       3^rd            GUNNEL

RACE FIVE        CLASS 4 HCP – 1OOO M

At the start SPAKATAK jumped awkwardly, immediately after the start MY ADVICE jumped in onto SPAKATAK.  Shortly after the start LUSKIN DREAMS moved out onto RHYTHMIC STEP which bumped MY ADVICE onto SPAKATAK.  During this incident LUSKIN DREAMS lost ground.

1^st            SPAKATAK 2^nd            LUSKIN DREAMS            3^rd            RHYTHMIC STEP

RACE SIX SPEC COND (3) HCP – 11OO M

After the start CALIGULA and SIR ACADEMY were slow into stride.

During the event SIR ACADEMY suffered an attack of bleeding.

1^st        BEAU MASTER   2^nd            ORIENTAL TREASURE            3^rd            AMBERLIGHT

All winners were swabbed today

Darwin (NT)

Thursday, 03 February 2005 00:00

Race 1 – CLASS B HCP - 1300 metres:

As C Maloney (a) was to be overweight M Abe (a) was permitted to replace him as the rider of GOING STAG.  Stewards reprimanded C Maloney (a) for accepting rides for which he was subsequently overweight (AR120(b)).

At the entrance to the straight CHEESECAKE had difficulty obtaining a clear run between ALLSPENT and the weakening GOING STAG.

1^st        WASN’T IT GOOD    2^nd       EYE EYE SIR 3^rd        ALLSPENT

Race 2 – CLASS B HCP - 1300 metres:

B Merrall trainer of SAVNECT advised stewards he would instruct the rider to ride the gelding where it feels comfortable rather than ease back as it had been ridden previously.

In the straight SAVNECT had a tendency to lay in.

Stewards adjourned an inquiry into an incident which occurred after the winning post involving B Davis (a) rider of MATABELE.

1^st        RHYTHMIC STEP    2^nd       MATABELE  3^rd        RESTLESS LEGS

Race 3 – SPEC COND S/W - 1500 metres:

As C Maloney (a) was to be overweight and there were no other apprentice riders P Denton was permitted to replace him as the rider of KING OF IRELAND.

At the entrance to the straight VIDAL was tightened for room between LEICA CUMNOCK, which rolled out, and GUNNEL.

Mr B Merrall, trainer of KING OF IRELAND notified the stewards that in his opinion the gelding appreciated being able to roll along in front without any pressure today.  At its previous start although he had instructed the rider to stride along early on that occasion KING OF IRELAND got back in the field and appeared not to appreciate the sand being thrown back.

1^st        KING OF IRELAND 2^nd       GUNNEL        3^rd        LEICA CUMNOCK

Race 4 – OPEN HCP - 1100 metres:

B Merrall trainer of CALIGULA advised stewards he would instruct the rider to ride the gelding back in the field rather than in the lead where it normally races.

On jumping away CALIGULA knuckled and MOOKTA’S REWARD was slow to begin.

Approaching the winning post COOKE STREET (NZ) had to be checked when tightened for room by GALVESTON STORM (S Hillebrand (a)) which shifted in.  S Hillebrand (a) was severely reprimanded and notified that in future he must stop riding and straighten his mount unless he is 2 lengths clear of other runners.  In deciding not to charge S Hillebrand (a) with careless riding stewards took into account his relative inexperience.

1^st        CALIGULA    2^nd       BEAU MASTER        3^rd        MOOKTA’S REWARD

Race 5 – CLASS 4 HCP - 1100 metres:

As there were no replacement riders C Maloney (a) was permitted to ride SALTWATER WINE 1kg overweight.

On jumping away SALTWATER WINE shifted in and tightened REGATTA in onto LUSKIN DREAMS and ALTO EGO.

Near the 800 metres LUSKIN DREAMS was eased off the heels of REGATTA which was taken in by SALTWATER WINE.  When being eased LUSKIN DREAMS got its head up which accentuated the interference.

Near the 700 metres REGATTA had to be eased when tightened slightly by SALTWATER WINE.

On the home turn HIGHER SCORE had to be eased off the heels of RANKS when disappointed for a run on the inside of that gelding.

In the straight DORTMUNDER had a tendency to lay in which prevented P Shiers from riding it out in his normal manner.

Near the 100 metres DORTMUNDER rolled in resulting in the weakening ALTO EGO having to be eased

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected REGATTA subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding had lost a near fore plate and was slightly lame.

1^st        DORTMUNDER        2^nd       RANKS           3^rd        HIGHER SCORE

Race 6 – CLASS 2 HCP - 1200 metres:

Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of RADIANT SOCIETY was fined $50 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR140(a))

When the gates opened NASH STREET jumped away awkwardly and lost ground and SPRUIK was slow to begin

1^st        RADIANT SOCIETY 2^nd       MODERN GLORY    3^rd        SPRUIK

SWAB SAMPLES:

Post-race samples:   All winners were swabbed

Darwin (NT)

Thursday, 16 December 2004 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

STEWARDS: L.Lane (Chairman), K.Cook, J.Hamilton

BOOKMAKERS: 3

VETERINARY SURGEON: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic

Number of Races: 6                        Stakes Paid: $ 40,000

Number of Runners: 45

RACE ONE        CLASS 3 HCP – 12OO M

Mr B Merrall, trainer of FLYING CAPE was fined $50 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR140(a))

Near the 650 metres FLYING CAPE tightened STUN GUN in onto SPAKATAK resulting in STUN GUN losing its position.

M Abe (a), rider of FLYING CAPE was found guilty of a charge of careless riding (AR137 (a)).  The careless riding being near the 550 metres he permitted FLYING CAPE to shift in when not sufficiently clear of SPAKATAK.  As a result SPAKATAK had to be checked severely.  M Abe (a) was suspended from riding in races for a period to expire at midnight on Sunday 26^th December, 2004.

During the event SPAKATAK sprung it’s off side plate.

1^st            CALMER KARMA            2^nd            SPAKATAK 3^rd            AUTRICITY

RACE TWO OPEN HCP – 1OOO M

No report 

1^st        BEAU MASTER   2^nd            ORIENTAL TREASURE            3^rd            AMBERLIGHT

RACE THREE        CLASS 4 HCP – 15OO M

No report.

1^st        VIDAL                        2^nd            GOLD HAWK                        3^rd            HADRIAN

RACE FOUR        CLASS 1 HCP – 11OO M

Shortly after the start SHE’S A CARD shifted out taking RADIANT SOCIETY out onto WASN’T IT GOOD and that mare in turn out onto RHYTHMIC STEP.

1^st             MODERN GLORY            2^nd            KELTRICK  3^rd            SHE’S A CARD

RACE FIVE       CLASS B HCP – 1OOO M

When the gates opened BLETCHINGLY’S BEST threw its head up and jumped away awkwardly.

Near the 900 metres EYE EYE SIR was tightened for room by RUXTON which shifted in away from ADMIRAL HARRY.  The interference was accentuated by EYE EYE SIR which was reluctant to race close to the rail.

1^st            MATABELE  2^nd            CHILL FACTOR            3^rd            EYE EYE SIR

RACE SIX SPEC COND (3) HCP – 12OO M

Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of KISSING DOWN was fined $50 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR140(a)).

On jumping away FOR RORY got its head up and jumped away awkwardly.

1^st             GALVESTON STORM  2^nd            KOSSI PRINCE  3^rd            MOOKTA’S REWARD

All winners were swabbed today