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25.01.2022 Tomorrow sees the return of the honoured Kalgoorlie Cup. In 2019, Spiritual Warrior delivered the first Kalgoorlie Cup win for jockey Lucy Warwick and her father and trainer Justin Warwick.
25.01.2022 Nominations are now open for the Australian Racing Hall of Fame, which will be held in Adelaide on Friday, 14 May 2021. The Australian Racing Hall of Fame formally recognises and honours the horses and people who have made such indelible marks in racing. Nominations close on Monday 21 December 2020. See below for further information.
25.01.2022 Following Friday night’s interrupted race meeting at Gloucester Park, RWWA's General Manager Racing Charlotte Mills issues the below statement.
25.01.2022 HorsePower Australia and RWWA's Community TAB have today opened applications for its Hearts & Horses Scholarship program, which provides financial assistance to participants accessing HorsePower programs. HorsePower provides equine programs to individuals with physical, intellectual, emotional and social challenges through activities such as horseback riding, carriage driving, vaulting, hippotherapy and walking with horses.
25.01.2022 Anna Hildebrandt from Secret Harbour has today been crowned the winner of the prestigious WA Fashions on the Field Final, held at the Crown Perth Winterbottom Race Day at Ascot Racecourse. Congratulations, Anna!
25.01.2022 Plain Cracker had 32 starts for seven wins and $11,965 in prizemoney before retiring in January 2020. His new owners, who adopted him from Greyhounds As Pets WA said the following about their new family member. "Mr Boots has become a much loved member of our family. He is a really good match for us and settled in really well. He is a big softie and really tolerant of his Chihuahua sister. We take him everywhere we can, and we are getting used to his little quirks."
24.01.2022 Ahead of tomorrow's Hannans Handicap, we look back at the history of the race: Kalgoorlie’s feature sprint race, the Hannans Handicap, was first run in March 1897 and won by Laura. Notable winners of the race include Lorna’s Nuisance who won the race in three consecutive years: (1977-78-79). Saltilo and Perplex dead-heated in 1905. In 2019, jockey William Pike won his third Hannans Handicap (1400m) in four years when he guided Tellem We’re Comin to victory in a track record time.
24.01.2022 Five Carats, the mare by Speed Week, never made it to the races, however she has had plenty of success off the track. Kiara as she is now known at the Claremont Therapeutic Riding Centre, works with rider Mercedes Portaro, along with the guidance of M'liss Henry. The pair competes in the National Para Dressage Video competitions, which are held every three months. They have also been the Horsepower, RDA Dressage and 4phase Champions for the last three years.... In 2019 Kiara and Mercedes won the Millionaire Award at the Dressage WA Annual Awards. This is award is named in memory of the successful thoroughbred gelding Millionaire, and is presented to the registered thoroughbred who achieves the highest percentage of any competitor in the pony, FEI or para equestrian classes at the State Dressage Championship. Mercedes and Kiara are also on the State Para Equestrian Squad, and their goal is to one day compete like her hero and friend, Paralympian, Sharon Jarvis. We wish Kiara and Mercedes all the best, as they continue chasing their goals.
24.01.2022 Silver lining for trainer Vaughn Sigley in Kalgoorlie Cup.
24.01.2022 The G3 Northerly Stakes shapes as a salivating race. Trainer Neville Parnham goes into the 1400m contest with two top hopes.
23.01.2022 Dave Sheehan has hung up the binoculars after a 39 year career as a broadcaster. Julio Santarelli spoke with the veteran caller about his time behind the mic... #TheRacesWA
23.01.2022 The Racing Month. What happened in September.
23.01.2022 Elite Street has given Brad Rawiller a huge boost as he enters the WA jockey ranks by winning the Gr.1 Crown Winterbottom Stakes for trainer of the moment; Dan Morton Racing. #TheRacesWA
22.01.2022 In celebration of the launch of the Off the Track WA Retraining Program, the first 20 applications received for the program will be eligible for a rebate of up to $200 (per horse) for the cost of vetting. The promotion is in effect and will end when all 20 available rebates have been accessed or by 31 December 2020. The promotion may be applied to retrospective applications received prior to the promotion commencement date if eligible.... Terms and Conditions apply, please contact Suzy Jackson, Retraining and Rehoming Coordinator on 9445 5371 or [email protected] for more information.
20.01.2022 "The world is her oyster, she is a beast." Trainer Darren McAulliffe on exciting 3YO Clairvoyance.
20.01.2022 Off the Track WA Official Retrainer: Bayley Thomas. With a Certificate III in Equine Management, Bayley applies her skills and experiences to identify and solve behavioural concerns in horses in a safe and effective manner. Brought up surrounded by harness racing, Bayley specialises in standardbreds, and has competed in official hacking, show jumping and dressage. ... In January 2020, Bayley won the inaugural Ladies of Pacing Welfare Award for her efforts in rehoming retired racehorses. RWWA is excited to have Bayley on board as one of the Official Retrainers who will work as part of the Off the Track WA Retraining Program, providing retired racehorses with the skills and experiences needed to commence in their next venture as performance or pleasure horses.
19.01.2022 Racing and Wagering Western Australia has today announced that Albany Racing Club will host the $100,000 Western Australia Jericho Cup Qualifier on Anzac Day weekend, Monday 26 April 2021, where the winner will be guaranteed a start in the Jericho Cup at Warrnambool Racecourse Victoria scheduled for late 2021.
18.01.2022 Off the Track WA Official Retrainer: AMT Equestrian Services. Andrew and Maike Turnbull, and AMT staff member Char Jones, all share a love and passion for horses, and assisting owners in progressing their relationship with their horse. AMT Equestrian work with all breeds of horses, including off the track thoroughbreds and standardbreds, as well as older horses requiring re-training.... RWWA is excited to have AMT Equestrian on board as Official Retrainers who will work as part of the Off the Track WA Retraining Program, providing retired racehorses with the skills and experiences needed to commence in their next venture as performance or pleasure horses.
18.01.2022 Tune into the 2020 Australian Racehorse of the Year Awards on Sky Racing Thoroughbred Central or Racing.com from 9pm AEST (6pm in WA) this Monday October 5, to recocgnise the best of Australian racing. View the finalists here - https://bit.ly/ARHOTY2020
18.01.2022 Great story from the Albany Advertiser on the announcement of the $100,000 Jericho Cup Qualifier to be run on the Anzac Day long weekend next year at Albany Racing Club.
17.01.2022 "He self proclaims he is a 'hack' trainer but he certainly does not have a 'hack' horse. Adrian Tiger on Invictus Domini.
16.01.2022 RWWAs WA Fashions on the Field Final will take place tomorrow at Perth Racing. The 12 finalists have arrived in Perth ahead of tomorrow’s final.
16.01.2022 As we head closer to the summer season, it is time to ensure preparations are in place to protect the welfare of our thoroughbreds, standardbreds and greyhounds in the event of a bushfire crisis. RWWA has prepared the WA Racing Industry Bushfire Emergency Information Kit, outlining key contacts and resources to assist in the event of a bushfire crisis, as well as information for planning and returning to your property if you are required to evacuate.
15.01.2022 Blow Me Out creates strong impression after Ascot win.
14.01.2022 RWWA would like to remind industry participants, patrons, staff, volunteers and contractors that anyone attending a race meeting or non-race day event will be required to register their contact details upon arrival to the racetrack, from Saturday 5 December. To assist in this, the WA Government has developed the SafeWA app. This is a free system that uses QR codes to register attendance. It is quick, convenient, easy to use and contactless please see video for a ‘how to use’ guide for individuals.
14.01.2022 "He's a good kid with a great work ethic." Rob Gulberti on apprentice Austin Galati.
14.01.2022 Off the Track WA Official Retrainers: Brocklesby Contracting. Brocklesby Contracting consists of trainer Alan Campbell and rider Tegan Cook. Together, the pair have a combined experience of more than 60 years, exhibiting long term success in the field of training, producing and selling competition horses from beginner mounts to elite competition horses.... RWWA is excited to have Tegan and Alan on board as Official Retrainers who will work as part of the Off the Track WA Retraining Program, providing retired racehorses with the skills and experiences needed to commence in their next venture as performance or pleasure horses
14.01.2022 Elite Street winner of the Group 1 Crown Perth Winterbottom Stakes congratulations to all connections!
13.01.2022 Look for Solaia to improve in Champion Fillies Stakes, says trainer Darren McAulliffe.
13.01.2022 "I'm thrilled to have a good mount in a great race." Star Perth jockey William Pike booked to ride Port Guillaume in Caulfield Cup.
12.01.2022 This Saturday sees the running of the $100,000 R S Crawford Stakes at Ascot Racecourse. In 2019, the race was won by Fabergino, ridden by Peter Knuckey.
11.01.2022 Can Great Waters’ win set the tone for Peter Morley and his Grand Syndicate team who will be cheering on from Perth when giant killer Behemoth tackles The Everest on Saturday?
11.01.2022 "She's going as good as ever." Trainer Bernie Miller on Sheza Chalmer ahead of Belmont Oaks.
10.01.2022 RWWA Manager Commercial Racing and Planning David Hunter was on TABradio this morning announcing the prizemoney increase for the 2021 Magic Millions WA 3YO Trophy for the Magic Millions Raceday to be held at Pinjarra Race Club / Pinjarra Park next February.
10.01.2022 Tonight at Gloucester Park was the barrier draw for Friday night’s Group 1 TABtouch WA Pacing Cup, the State’s most richest and prestigious pacing event. The night also featured the Owners Only TABtouch WA Pacing Cup Ownership Experience, which is giving 12 people a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of part-owning a runner in the Group 1 race. Each competition winner was matched with a horse at the barrier draw, and if their pacer takes home the trophy Friday night,... they will win a 5% share in a Trotsynd horse plus their training fees paid until June 2022! Hamilton Content Creators
09.01.2022 Following intensive remedial works over the last 48 hours, Western Power has replaced the faulty Transformer that caused the power outage at Friday night’s Gloucester Park meeting. Gloucester Park and RWWA are therefore pleased to announce Tuesday’s race meeting will proceed as scheduled.
08.01.2022 It was William Pike at his patient best, going back on Arcadia Queen in the Caulfield Stakes and turning the tables on Russian Camelot...
07.01.2022 Co-trainer Sean Casey walked away from Tuesday’s Peoplestart Kingston Town Classic (1800m) barrier draw contented that it presented Dom To Shoot with a top opportunity of winning the Group 1 feature at Ascot on Saturday.
07.01.2022 Flirtini out to repeat Colonel Reeves Stakes victory.
07.01.2022 We are pleased to see there were 24 adoptions in June through the Greyhounds As Pets WA (GAP) program. The GAP foster program offers a fantastic opportunity to experience greyhound ownership and assists greyhounds in the successful transition to their forever homes. For more information please visit: https://www.greyhoundsaspets.com.au/fostering/
06.01.2022 "I was going to retire him but he was doing too well." Trainer Darryn Pateman on Moora Cup hopeful Tell Me This.
05.01.2022 RWWA's Community TAB has awarded Leschenault Cricket Club - Public a $2,000 sports grant. The Cricket Club will use the grant towards the purchase of equipment for juniors and to keep fees at a minimum to ensure no obstacles for participation.
04.01.2022 RWWA’s Owners Only initiative are giving five people a unique opportunity to win a TABtouch WA Pacing Cup ownership experience. Each winner will draw a runner at the Tuesday 1 December barrier draw, and experience the thrill of owning a pacer in the Group 1 $450,000 race on December 4. The entrant with the winning horse will also receive a 5% share in Dream Walker and their training fees paid until June 2022.... For more information about the competition, the prize, and how to enter visit Owners Only’s Facebook page. T&C’s apply: https://bit.ly/3fvvNFA
04.01.2022 Who is the biggest sporting personality in #Perth? We sat down with the two heavyweights of the WA sporting fraternity to settle the score once and for all! Wha...t do you think, are you team #WilliamPike or team #NicNat? #TheRacesWA
04.01.2022 Kevin Leaver legged up Ian Albuino on Red Javelin in the 1992 Beat Diabetes 2 Stakes, now known as the Kingston Town Classic, but a mishap at the start nearly s...aw the eventual winner of the race scratched at the barriers! Julio Santarelli sat down with the former trainer to relive his glory days as a trainer and the spirited animal that was Red Javelin. #TheRacesWA
03.01.2022 TABradio's breakfast show, The Sports Daily, is on the road. If you are in Kalgoorlie, you are welcome to join the team at Hoovers Café from 6.30AM, Thursday 1 October. Breakfast is on TABradio!
01.01.2022 Racing and Wagering WA and Magic Millions Perth have together funded a $50,000 increase in prizemoney for the next running of the Magic Millions WA 3YO Trophy, bringing the total prizemoney for the race to $200,000. The increase cements the Magic Millions Raceday, to be held at Pinjarra Race Club / Pinjarra Park on Saturday 6 February 2021, as the richest regional race meeting in Western Australia.
01.01.2022 RWWA can confirm that racing, trialling and trackwork will continue under strict bio-security measures, irrespective of location. Please see the below update for further information.
01.01.2022 On Friday 25 September 2020, RWWA launched its Off the Track WA Estate. The Estate is a multi-purpose racehorse welfare facility, providing retirement services and emergency care for WA racehorses. RWWA also welcomed Official Retrainers Bayley Thomas, Alan Campbell, Tegan Cook, Maike and Andrew Turnbull, Tyla Schou and Michael Dagostino to its Off the Track WA Retraining Program. ... The Official Retrainers will work to provide retired racehorses with the necessary skills and experiences needed to transition from racing to their second career as a pleasure or performance horse.
01.01.2022 Racing 'Queen' eyes comeback.
