capers Kennel CELEBRATE THE YEAR THAT WAS IN STYLE Friday, 2 nd February Also inside this issue Nixons Function Centre Nixon Tce, Gawler, SA

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1 Kennel capers JANUARY 2018 EDITION CELEBRATE THE YEAR THAT WAS IN STYLE Friday, 2 nd February Nixons Function Centre Nixon Tce, Gawler, SA Nominee and event details on pages 4-6 Also inside this issue Greyhound of the Month - page 7 \ Racing report - page 8

2 TRIAL BOOKINGS Call (08) Gawler SCRATCHINGS Call (08) To make a scratching - Select 1 To listen to scratchings - Select 2 CHASERS chasersevents.com.au Call (08) Booking and fundraising enquiries Bookings for Tuesday taken from Monday 11:30pm Thursday 11:30pm for Saturday Bookings taken from Tuesday 11:30pm MCQUEENS mcqueenstavern.com.au Tavern (08) Sports Bar (08) VETERINARY CLINIC At Vet Surgery every Tuesday from 10am through to completion of trials. To organise appointments contact Greg at gregmoore.vet@hotmail.com. Dr Greg Moore Race meeting vet Dr Chris Doyle (08) find us on facebook at /greyhoundracingsa TEAM MEMBERS AND BUSINESS CONTACT DETAILS 55 Cardigan Street, SA 5010 PO Box 2352, Regency Park SA 5942 Phone: Fax: Nominations fax: admin@grsa.com.au Web: grsa.com.au ADMINISTRATION Chief Executive Officer Matt Corby: (08) matthew.corby@grsa.com.au Chief Operating Officer Sarah Webster: (08) sarah.webster@grsa.com.au Strategic Projects Manager Scott Wuchatsch: (08) scott.wuchatsch@grsa.com.au Executive Assistant Sheriden Milam: (08) sheriden.milam@grsa.com.au FINANCE Finance Officer Julie Huynh: (08) julie.huynh@grsa.com.au Finance Assistant Jenny Stavrides: (08) jenny.stavrides@grsa.com.au MARKETING Marketing Manager Dianne Dumanovic: (08) dianne.dumanovic@grsa.com.au Marketing Coordinator James Norris: (08) james.norris@grsa.com.au HOSPITALITY Food & Beverage Manager Alex Fairgrieve: (08) alex.fairgrieve@grsa.com.au GAP (GREYHOUND ADOPTION PROGRAM) Supervisor Helen Hughes: (08) gap@grsa.com.au INTEGRITY Integrity Manager Lisa Michalanney: (08) lisa.michalanney@grsa.com.au Chief Steward Des Jonas: (08) des.jonas@grsa.com.au Stewards: (08) Joshua Evans Jann Jones Michael Fernholz Samuel Lange (Cadet) Welfare Compliance Officers Stephanie Paprzycki-Baker: (08) stephanie.paprzycki-baker@grsa.com.au Kirsty Lawrence: kirsty.lawrence@grsa.com.au Licensing and Integrity Officer Renee Colquhoun (08) renee.colquhoun@grsa.com.au RACING Racing Manager Shaun Mathieson: (08) shaun.mathieson@grsa.com.au Racing Secretary (Grading, Breeding, Futurities) Caralyn Fielden: (08) caralyn.fielden@grsa.com.au General Enquiries Skye Stewart (08) Skye@grsa.com.au Carolyn Webster (08) carolyn@grsa.com.au Brooke Davies (08) Brooke.Davies@grsa.com.au

3 Matt Corby, CEO MESSAGE FROM MATT The Year Ahead As the calendar flicks over into a new year, it s an appropriate time to take stock and look at where our priorities lie for The project at Murray Bridge is progressing well and we remain hopeful of commencing (some) racing at that venue by the end of the current year. This development is the biggest project that the industry has undertaken since privatisation, and should prove to be a game-changer in terms of its ability to cater for greyhounds across a scope of distances and a range of abilities. The independent modelling by University of Technology Sydney (UTS) reinforces our expectation that the two tracks will be numbered amongst the safest in the country. We will continue to work with the industry, the current Strathalbyn Committee and other relevant stakeholders over the coming months to ensure that the final product is as progressed and informed as it can be. The Council at Murray Bridge is right behind the project and the community in that region understands racing. Further to recently announced breeder support initiatives, we recognise the need for breeders to be the subject of ongoing support as being a key to the industry s sustainability. It should be made clear to all of our participants that the Board will always be committed to preserving the fullest possible racing schedule for participants and strive to maximise the return to industry from racing. On a related note, current negotiations in relation to UBET s renewal of retail exclusivity combined with the recent announcement of the Tabcorp/Tatts merger all point to foreseeable upside in terms of revenue growth related to wagering. Taking these considerations into account, and having regard for the diversity of racing options that will come from the introduction of racing at Murray Bridge, breeders are finally facing a future that is defined more by upside than risk. It s pleasing to note the initial responsiveness that breeders have demonstrated in response to the breeder support changes. Our Greyhound Adoption Program has undergone enormous reform to enable it to triple its capacity in just three years. Our commitment to rehoming is the foundation from which the South Australian industry can move forward in a defendable and responsible manner, and we urge all participants to take all reasonable measures to embrace that position. In support of same, GAP is continuing to expand and is currently paying priority attention to the issues that have previously presented as challenges to participants in their use of the program. Such matters include the time taken to get dogs into foster care, the number of accredited testers and small dogs within the team (which, in turn, equates to more opportunities for temperament testing), and the opportunity to continue to race beyond the notification of retirement. All of these issues require resourcing and structure, and our efforts in that regard are well underway. The subsidy for greyhounds on the waiting list beyond six weeks came in on January 1. I m hopeful that we can make the need for that subsidy redundant in the longer term. We are committed to ensuring that the industry sees continuous improvement in this area until these matters are resolved and we aim to ensure that our GAP is duly recognised as the most successful of its kind nationally. There are any number more irons in the fire, but for my money, these are guiding priorities. I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone luck in running for the 2018 racing season and to encourage all participants to try to look at our current circumstances from a perspective of the glass being half-full. That will only help us to continue to move in the current northerly direction. Matt Corby CEO, Greyhound Racing SA matthew.corby@grsa.com.au An official publication of Greyhound Racing SA

4 NEWS Finalists for the 2017 UBET SA Greyhound of the Year The Greyhound of the Year Selection Panel met recently and determined the Finalists for the 2017 UBET SA Greyhound of the Year. The panel members will now cast their individual votes on the title, with the winner announced at the Awards Dinner at Gawler on Friday, 2nd February. The Greyhound of the Year Panel members are also voting on the SA Bred GOTY, SA Distance GOTY and SA Sprinting GOTY to be announced at the Awards Dinner. The Finalists are: BOGIE BEKIM 2017 Starts 29-1sts 16, 2nds 6, 3rds 0 (Bekim Bale x Bogie Skye) Owner Les Bein Trainer Ben Rawlings 2017 Prizemoney $260,536 Greyhound of the Month February, April & October - (scored votes in 7 months) Won Final WA Galaxy (G1 second in Heat) Heat Association Cup (G1 second in Final) Heat & Final SA Distance Championship Final State National Distance Championship (G1 second in Heat, sixth National Final) Premier s Cup Sky Racing Topgun Stayers Invitation (G2) Heat Summer Cup (G3 eighth in Final) Fourth Heat Sandown Cup (G1) Heat Bold Trease (G1) Fifth Zoom Top Invitation (G1) Sixth Heat Super Stayers (G1) Best Times: (600m ) (731m r) (715m Cannington) (720m Wentworth Park) (725m The Meadows) CAIRNLEA KENNY 2017 Starts 37-1sts 15, 2nds 11, 3rds 2 (Premier Fantasy x Cairnlea Elle) Owner Jan Hubbard Trainer Petar Jovanovic 2017 Prizemoney $48,420 Greyhound of the Month September - (scored votes in 3 months) Won Heat Adelaide Cup (G1 eighth in Final) Second Heat State National Sprint Championship (second in SA Final) Third Heat Kings & Queens Feature (fifth in Final) Fifth Heat Gawler Cup (G3) Heat Silver Chief (G1) Seventh Heat Warrnambool Classic (G2) Best Times: (515m ) 4 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

5 HIGH EDEN FROST 2017 Starts 32-1sts 12, 2nds 9, 3rds 5 (Banjo Boy x Zardae) Owner Antony & Jan Jones Trainer Jan Jones 2017 Prizemoney $49,495 Greyhound of the Month (scored votes in 2 months) Won Heat Heat & Semi Final Gawler Produce (third in Final) Heat State National Sprint Championship (sixth in SA Final) Heat Gawler Cup (G3 third in Final) Second Heat Adelaide Cup (G1 third in Final) Best Times: (515m ) (531m Gawler) ON FIRE 2017 Starts 34-1sts 21, 2nds 8, 3rds 2 (Bekim Bale x Alana Blues - SA Bred) Owner / Trainer - Cameron Butcher 2017 Prizemoney $105,100 Greyhound of the Month May, June, July & August - (scored votes in 7 months) Won Final SA St Leger (second in Heat) Final SA Anniversary Cup (second in Heat) Heat & Final State National Sprint Championship (G1 second in National Final) Best Times: (515m ) (531m Gawler) * Won 13 Metropolitan races in a row from April to July WINDMILL HAZE 2017 Starts 43-1sts 18, 2nds 5, 3rds 5 (Barcia Bale x Contrary Mary -SA Bred) Owner / Trainer Ken Gill 2017 Prizemoney $57,570 Greyhound of the Month November - (scored votes in 1 month) Won Heat SA St Leger (third in Final) Heat Kings & Queens Feature (sixth in Final) Heat & Final Gawler Gold Cup (G3) Fourth Heat Adelaide Cup (G1) Best Times: (515m ) (600m ) (531m Gawler) IF YOU BEAT 25 MINUTES IT S FREE! Take on the challenge today! Kennel Capers JANUARY

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7 Zinfandel Zara's month to remember Greyhound of the month for December was the Gavin Harris trained Zinfandel Zara who was undefeated in December winning all four of her race starts including two feature race wins at headquarters. The daughter of Fabregas and Wikena started the month of with a blistering win at at just her fourth start. She then won the Doug Payne in impressive fashion against open company running a super She headed off to Gawler as a short priced favourite and won her Grade 6 in a solid before again heading back to headquarters for the Christmas Cup Sprint. She didn t disappoint her followers coming from just off the pace to score in scintillating fashion by almost 2 lengths in At the end of the month Zinfandel Zara s record stands at 7 starts with 6 wins and 0 placings with earnings just over $14,000. The Run of the Month for December was Zinfandel Zara for trainer Gavin Harris for her performance at on Thursday, 7th December in the Doug Payne SA Bred Feature. At only her fifth lifetime start she took on some of the best open company chasers in the State and gave them a beating. She ran a blistering in winning by over 6 lengths and declared herself as a star of the future. GREYHOUND December OF THE MONTH RUN OF THE MONTH December ZINFANDEL ZARA TRAINER GAVIN HARRIS ZINFANDEL ZARA TRAINER GAVIN HARRIS Kennel Capers JANUARY

8 RACING REPORT RACING MANAGERS REPORT SHAUN MATHIESON RACING MANAGER John Gray Heats The time honoured John Gray series will kick off on Thursday, 18th January with $3,190 heats and the $9,290 final on Thursday, 25th January. The series is for Grade 5 greyhounds over the 515m journey. A special mention to the AGRC who again are supporting the John Gray Final in 2018 and have been great supporters of this race for many years. Special thanks to local racing identity Ron Johnson who kindly donates a trophy each year for the winning connections. Nominations close on Monday, 15th January 2018 at 9am with GRSA. St Leger heats on Wednesday 31 st January A reminder to trainers that the St Leger heats for greyhounds whelped on or after 1st July 2015 are to be run on Wednesday, 31st January with the semi-finals on Thursday, 8th February and the final on Thursday, 15th February. Prizemoney for the St Leger series is Heats - $1,130, Semi Finals - $4,590, Final - $9,290 Nominations close with GRSA at 9am on Thursday, 25th January. Launching Pad SA series begins in February Again this year the Sandown GRC offered sweepstakes tickets into the rich Launching Pad Series. There are special conditions on the race being greyhounds that have won between 1 and 6 races and have not had more than 30 starts at close of nominations. The heats will be run at Sandown over the 515m on Thursday, 15th March, semi-finals on Thursday, 22nd March with the $150,000 to the winner final run on Thursday, 29th March. Greyhound Racing SA has been able to secure a ticket and will give one greyhound the opportunity to compete in this lucrative series. We will run a heat and final series to determine who will make the Launching Pad heats on 15th March. Our heats will be run on Wednesday, 21st February over the 515m at for greyhounds that have won 1-4 races and no more than 28 starts. The heats will be worth $1,130 and will be Non Penalty events. The final will be run at on Thursday, 1st March over the 515m with prizemoney of $4,540 and will also be a Non Penalty event. The winner of the final will take their spot in the Launching Pad heats two weeks later, however, if the winner for whatever reason cannot take their spot, then the next qualified greyhound will be given that spot. GRSA has restricted the series to 1-4 wins and 28 starts incase a greyhound wins both the heat and final, so this will still keep them eligible. We have also made our final two weeks before the Launching Pad heats at Sandown giving the trainer an opportunity to get across the border and trial for the big race. Nominations close with GRSA at 9am on Friday, 16th February. Mount Gambier Cup in March now a Listed event The Mount Gambier Cup carnival will be run over two weeks and three meetings this year, highlighted by the Mount Gambier Cup final on Sunday, March 18th. The Cup has been elevated to Listed status and will carry $22,000 in total prizemoney with $15,000 to the winner. On Friday, 9th March the Club will run heats of The Produce Store Feature Maiden over 512m, heats of the Grade 5 over 600m and heats of the Formula 400 Open over 400m along with a Back to Distance Racing stayers event over the 732m. On Sunday, 11th March the Club will conduct the Mount Gambier Cup Heats with 8 terrific heats anticipated. The Club will be running up to 12 races on each day of the carnival. The final day of the carnival will not only feature the $22,000 Mount Gambier Cup final it will also feature all the other finals on a superb card of racing in the South East of the State. 8 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

9 New race track lighting for The lights at have been in place for a very long time and are in desperate need of replacing. The front straight will be done first and for GRSA to do this it is going to take a number of days to be completed resulting in a few meetings not being conducted. Therefore, the Monday night meeting on the 15th January will now be conducted at Strathalbyn with Monday night prizemoney. For the meeting on Wednesday, 17th January the meeting will now be at Gawler during the day. There will be NO trials at on Tuesday night, 16th January due to the work being conducted however GRSA will conduct another trial session at Gawler on Monday, 17th January in the morning. Racing Date changes - Delete: Monday 15th January 2018 (TAB) Night Add: Strathalbyn Monday 15th January 2018 (TAB) Night Delete: Wednesday 17th January 2018 (TAB) Day Add: Gawler Wednesday 17th January 2018 (TAB) Day Outstanding Service to the Industry Award nomination form As part of the GOTY awards, GRSA presents an Outstanding Service to the Industry Award and are calling for nominations. Nomination forms are available online, from the Racing Office at GRSA or on page 21. Please forward your nomination to shaun.mathieson@ grsa.com.au, fax (08) or GRSA, PO Box 2352, Regency Park, 5942 by COB Friday, January 12, Decision of the judging panel will be final. Syndication interest from trainers Greyhound Racing SA is interested in gaining feedback from trainers who would be interested in having their details made available to any prospective syndicate groups. GRSA receives a number of queries from owners about getting involved with their friends however it is quite hard for them to find a trainer. Those trainers who are comfortable with this please respond to Shaun Mathieson via shaun.mathieson@ grsa.com.au or phone (08) These details would only be made available to syndicate groups. Nomination limits on Port Augusta and GOTBA coursing The GRSA Board determined to provide limits of nominations for both the NON TAB Port Augusta meetings and GOTBA Coursing events to provide some form of indication on the likely scenario of the meeting proceeding or being cancelled. This will assist both participants and staff alike. The number of nominations required for a meeting to proceed for Port Augusta is 40 and for GOTBA Coursing it is 30. As always GRSA will extend nominations if the number is below these cut offs however if it is significantly lower, then GRSA will liaise with the Clubs in regard to cancelling the meeting straight away if agreed. Slipping Track With the warmer weather GRSA has increased the amount of water being put on the slipping track. The slipping track will have the sprinklers on from 1pm to 2pm daily. We believe this is the best time to water with the least amount of activity. Safe and reliable animal transport from SA (Adel) to VIC via Mt Gambier and Warnambool ON THE LURE TRANSPORT We transport frozen semen and domestic animals as well If you can't get to VIC to race your greyhound we can cater for this as well (weekend only) Meadows, Bendigo etc. PHONE: LANCE SIMPSON Air-conditioned greyhound transport from Adelaide to Melbourne via Mount Gambier ABN: Kennel Capers JANUARY

10 RACING REPORT 2018 Gawler Produce Stakes After nominations were finalised for the 2018 Gawler Produce Stakes there were 106 nominations. We will have guaranteed final stakemoney of $22,000 with an estimate for the total series prizemoney around $40,000. The series is for greyhounds whelped in The racing dates for this series will be heats on Sunday, 24th June 2018, semi-finals on Sunday, 1st July 2018 and the final on Sunday, 8th July GRSA administers the event for the Gawler Club, so all payments are to be made to GRSA. If you have already made the one off payment then there is nothing more to do however if you only made the first payment, the second lot of payments will be due on 2nd February 2018 with the third and final payment due on 6th April Naming applications When lodging a Naming Application participants are advised to allow at least two weeks for the name to be approved from Greyhounds Australasia and then for GRSA to process the application and issue a greyhound and weight card. Therefore, should you wish to nominate the greyhound GRSA suggests that you lodge the Naming Application three weeks prior to nominating, this will give GA, GRSA and yourself enough time to name the greyhound, issue documentation and then for the trainer to have the greyhound checked off on a trial night. This time frame could be further extended if GA requires more name choices. Notification of training amendment and clearance of greyhounds Trainers are reminded of their obligation to notify GRSA within 3 working days of a greyhound coming into or leaving their kennel (Rule 105(4)(i)). This is a requirement for all greyhounds regardless of where bred. We have had a number of trainers recently put in training amendments late the night prior to nominations closing at 9am the following day, this practice can lead to your nomination not being accepted or being unable to nominate online should any issues arise the following morning. Trainers are also leaving it to the night before nominations close to have greyhounds checked off. This practice can also lead to your nomination not being accepted or being unable to nominate online should any issues arise. It is therefore in the trainer s best interest to have lodged with GRSA the training amendment and clearance of the greyhound a number of days prior to wishing to nominate the greyhound. It is not GRSA s responsibility to ensure that the paperwork is processed within ½ hour, which is the amount of time available to have it processed before nominations close at 9am. Completion of paperwork Participants are reminded of their obligation to ensure that when lodging paperwork that it is fully completed and payment is made at the time of lodgement. GRSA is here to assist should you be unsure of how to complete any paperwork however it is not our responsibility to arrange for its completion, nor is it our responsibility to ensure that it is lodged. Therefore, please ensure when lodging any paperwork eg, Transfer of Ownerships, Litter Registrations etc that they are fully completed and paid for and lodged within a timely manner. Handling greyhounds at the trials while lure in motion A reminder to participants that when on course for any trial meetings that the lure could be in motion at anytime. Please be mindful of your surroundings and also with your greyhounds ensuring you have full control at all times. Breeder Support Changes A number of Breeder Support Changes have come into effect from January 1. The first phase of that framework will commence with the introduction of the following support strategies: 100% increase to the breeder component of the SA Bred Scheme from July 1, 2019 (which will impact more recent litters and all future breeding activity) The introduction of a subsidy of $30 per week for any retired greyhound on the waiting list to go into GAP that is being kept on a Trainer s or Owner s approved premises from January 1, 2018 commencing from the start of the 7th week on the list post-retirement. Existing arrangements around subsidised boarding will remain unchanged. New placement forms will be available. An increase to the average Breeders Support Payment by 40% through the introduction of a fixed payment of $100 per pup for litters whelped after January 1, New claim forms will be sent out with new services lodged from 1st January The elimination of fees for natural notice of service, FSI notice of service rebated by GRSA, litter registration and naming from January 1, An increase to the subsidy for DNA testing of breeding females to cover the full cost of (approximately) $180 from January 1, Applications to Greyhounds Australasia for DNA testing from 1st January A cap on the cost of sire registration of $500 with the remainder being reimbursed by way of subsidy from January 1, Applications to Greyhounds Australasia for stud dog registration from 1st January 2018 Expansion of the Superbonus scheme in line with consultation with the ICG from January 1, Specific details to be released shortly. 10 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

11 Racing and trialling arrangements Below is the list of dates with trials, race meetings and nomination closing dates for the upcoming month: Friday 12th January - Racing Mount Gambier (day) Noms: Gawler, Wednesday 17th January Saturday 13th January No racing Trials: (morning) Sunday 14th January Racing Mt Gambier (day), Gawler (night) Monday 15th January Racing - Strathalbyn (night) Trials: Gawler (morning) Noms:, Thursday 18th January Strathalbyn, Friday 19th January Tuesday 16th January Racing - Gawler (day) Trials: No trials Noms: Mt Gambier, Sunday 21st January Gawler, Sunday 21st January Wednesday 17th January Racing Gawler (day) Trials: Gawler (night), Strathalbyn (night) Noms:, Monday 22nd January Thursday 18th January Racing (night) Trials: Gawler (morning) Noms: Gawler, Tuesday 23rd January Friday 19th January - Racing Strathalbyn (day) Noms:, Wednesday 22nd January Saturday 20th January No racing Trials: (morning) Sunday 21st January Racing Mt Gambier (day), Gawler (night) Monday 22nd January Racing (night) Noms:, Thursday 25th January Mt Gambier, Friday 26th January Tuesday 23rd January Racing - Gawler (day) Trials: (night) Noms: Port Augusta, Saturday 27th January Mt Gambier, Sunday 28th January Gawler, Sunday 28th January Wednesday 24th January Racing (day) Trials: Gawler (night), Strathalbyn (night) Noms:, Monday 29th January Thursday 25th January Racing (night) Trials: Gawler (morning) Noms: Gawler, Tuesday 30th January, Wednesday 31st January Friday 26th January - Racing Mt Gambier (day) Noms: No Noms (Public Holiday) Saturday 27th January Racing Port Augusta (twilight) Trials: (morning) Sunday 28th January Racing Mt Gambier (day), Gawler (night) Monday 29th January Racing - (night) Noms:, Thursday 1st February Strathalbyn, Friday 2nd February Tuesday 30th January Racing - Gawler (day) Trials: (night) Noms: Mt Gambier, Sunday 4th February Gawler, Sunday 4th February Wednesday 31st January Racing (day) Trials: Gawler (night), Strathalbyn (night) Noms:, Monday 5th February Thursday 1st February Racing (night) Trials: Gawler (morning) Noms: Gawler, Tuesday 6th February Friday 2nd February - Racing Strathalbyn (day) Noms:, Wednesday 7th February Saturday 3rd February No racing Trials: (morning) Sunday 4th February Racing Mt Gambier (day), Gawler (night) Monday 5th February Racing - (night) Noms:, Thursday 8th February Mount Gambier, Friday 9th February Tuesday 6th February Racing - Gawler (day) Trials: (night) Noms: Mount Gambier, Sunday 11th February Gawler, Sunday 11th February Wednesday 7th February Racing (day) Trials: Gawler (night), Strathalbyn (night) Noms:, Monday 12th February Thursday 8th February Racing (night) Trials: Gawler (morning) Noms: Gawler, Tuesday 13th February Friday 9th February - Racing Mount Gambier (day) Noms:, Wednesday 14th February All scratchings should be taken at the normal times, but please check the race sheets to confirm this. (Trials at Emerley Park (Mon & Fri) Kennel Capers JANUARY

12 RACING REPORT SA Bred Maiden payment - $1,000 if whelped in 2016 The SA bred maiden payment rewards participants that get a greyhound to the track to win a race. GRSA has committed to dramatically increase this payment from $175 to $1,000 ($500 breeder/$500 owner) on 1st July, This will result in all greyhounds that are whelped in 2016 being eligible for this support. MyOzChase live MyOzChase provides an easy way for participants in the Greyhound Racing Industry to perform transactions online that previously had to be completed manually via paper-based Forms. The portal available on the GRSA website will also improve communications between participants and Greyhound Racing Controlling Bodies. MyOzChase initially offers the following functionality to users who register, obtain a log-in and complete a onceoff identity verification prior to transacting online with their Controlling Body: Online updates of personal details View all their associated greyhounds (as an Owner, Trainer, Custodian, etc.) Submit Notifications of Retirement for greyhounds Submit Trainership and/or Kennel changes for greyhounds (replacing the current Kennel Notification or Notice of Training / Removal Form) *Please note should you wish to transfer a previous Victorian trained greyhound into your kennel you will need to do this via the Online Nomination portal. Link through to the Online Nominations website (for Trainers only) Further enhancements will be made over time. JOKE OF THE MONTH A woman called our airline customer-service desk asking if she could take her dog on board. Sure, I said, as long as you provide your own kennel. I further explained that the kennel needed to be large enough for the dog to stand up, sit down, turn around, and roll over. The customer was flummoxed: I ll never be able to teach him all of that by tomorrow!! Kurt Donsberg Thursday nights GRSA has the services of Kurt Donsberg for Thursday nights oncourse photography. Kurt is no stranger to greyhound racing as he is the son in law of industry stalwart John Oehme so his face is familiar to many industry people. Those participants looking for a photo please see Kurt on the night or contact GRSA. Follow us 12 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

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14 NEWS Grading Review Panel The Grading Review Panel met on Friday 8th December to discuss grading in South Australia from an Agenda provided by submissions and industry consultation. Following is a summary and recommendations of items discussed: The panel approved the minutes from the previous GRP meeting held on 28/4/17. The panel reviewed recommendations and implementations from the previous GRP meeting with their recommendations below. The panel were advised that the Emerley Park Timing System was about to be installed for both the circle and straight tracks. The panel were hopeful this would encourage more use of the facilities by participants. The panel were advised that Top Down Time Grading had ceased and was no longer on the All Tracks calendar after feedback from the last GRP meeting. The panel were updated regarding the Masters Conditions change from 3 years and 6 months to 3 years and 9 months eligibility. The Grader advised that he has noticed a slight reduction in eligible greyhounds and has not been able to conduct as many Masters races as before. The panel felt there would be a transition period and were encouraged by responses from some participants that they were continuing to race their greyhounds so they could compete in Master races. The RM advised that the programming of more Heats and Finals on Monday nights along with reducing Non Penalty races was progressing nicely without negative feedback. This practice will continue for upcoming monthly All Tracks calendars. The RM advised that removing ownership guarding from normal graded events with the exception of identical ownership for heats had been implemented with evener races produced. However as the guarding is still a manual process for the Grader the risk remains that they may occasionally be missed for the heats. The Grader will continue to make every effort that guarding occurs for identical ownership in heats. Business Arising The Racing Manager provided a verbal update to the panel on the progress of the below items. Grading Review Panel Members The panel were advised that GRSA received four expressions of interest to join the Grading Review Panel. There were three additions to the panel, Daniel Grgurovic, Kevin Bewley and Sharyn Gray. New members will look at at all things grading in South Australia and how rules and policies can provide a fair and balanced system. Members work in a group environment and are required to have a strategic and balanced view in regard to the best outcomes for everyone in the industry. The new panel members will be for a 2 year term. Reappointed members Petar Jovanovic, Neil Mann and Anthony McLean will continue on the GRP and have also been appointed for a further 2 year term. The panel were appreciative of applications received and also wished to thank outgoing members John Vivian and Gavin Harris for their contribution to the GRP over a number of years. Pathway Racing The panel were advised that subsequent to the previous GRP meeting GRSA put a survey on the Registered Participants page on Facebook in October regarding the Pathway concept. Based on the survey results the panel agreed for GRSA to continue to program Pathway Racing along with Time Grading on the All Tracks calendar as they felt the balance was meeting demand. The panel agreed for Pathway events to be programmed on Monday nights at and Gawler Sundays with the panel believing they are the best nights for these types of greyhounds. The panel were advised that the Mt Gambier Club was considering reintroducing Pathway Racing on to their race programming to compliment Time Graded racing. Agenda Time Grading The GRP was advised that the Time Grading Report has been determined and finalised bearing in mind there are still improvements that would make the time rating even more current to the greyhounds form and ability but this comes at further cost. The panel agreed that without support on a National level to take the next step GRSA would continue with the current process. The panel were advised that GRSA would discuss options with Western Australia, Queensland and New Zealand who previously flagged their interest. The panel were advised that a fully National ratings system has stalled however the likes of an online time rating being visible to trainers on Ozchase for each greyhound could only be developed with other states support. The panel were advised that GRSA will continue to update and publicise Time Grading and Pathway racing to industry and it is their intention to identify opportunities in the next few months to provide extra education to participants regarding same. In the short term the panel were advised and supported the decision that GRSA would put each greyhounds rating on the hard copy of race fields showing how each dog is ranked in each race. As part of the Time Grading discussion members of the panel provided a submission regarding the differences in the ratings for each race, in particular when there is only one race and the ratings can vary by up to 6 points and whether there should be a cut-off stopping some of the faster rated greyhounds gaining a start at the meeting. The panel considered these options. It was agreed to monitor the variance in ratings per race as on occasion with only one race it is better to have a race than not to have one if there was a restriction in the gap allowed. The panel were mindful that Time Grading works best when there are two or more races so the spread is a lot more even. The panel agreed to consider a cut-off point of around 5. The RM will provide data to the panel about what the cut-off should be however it was agreed to implement in the programming of upcoming meetings when determined. Members suggested that Port Augusta could race on the Time Grading prizemoney (flattened stakes) to encourage more participation. The RM advised that Port Augusta s prizemoney is structured where the Club contributes and 14 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

15 any decision to alter would need Port Augusta s support. The RM advised this would be considered when all prizemoney allocations are done for the new season. Order of Preference Review The panel reviewed the current Order of Preference (City and Provincial) and considered whether changes were required. The panel suggested whether there was a need for Qualifying Trials to sit at (5) on the Order and whether it was needed anymore with the reducing greyhound population. It was suggested that it still allowed for any greyhound not getting a start an avenue to get virtual automatic entry into a race so no change was recommended. It was considered whether performances on a Wednesday in Group 3 heats of the Howard Ashton or Brian Johnstone be considered as Metro performances the same as St Leger and Champion Puppy heats. The panel recommended no change as these heats are restricted by age and with all nominations guaranteed a run the quality could not be considered the same as a Metro performance. It was suggested that (8) on the Order should be higher being 2 wins from last 3 starts in the City. The panel were comfortable not to move this at this stage as none of these greyhounds are missing out on a start even at (8). It was suggested that Reserves greyhounds that did not gain a start at the corresponding meeting should be higher than (19) on the Order. The panel were undecided about the exact spot for this with some suggesting a higher position but others suggesting it may keep out much better performed greyhounds. Also with the introduction of Time Grading and Pathway the reserve greyhounds are not necessarily the worst performed greyhounds. The panel; decided to leave Reserves as they are. It was suggested a new number should be added at (20) to accommodate greyhounds who have a placing in their last 3 starts at the provincial. The grader advised that that effectively happens under Graders Discretion once he gets off the Order any way so believed there would be no benefit in creating another number. The panel agreed. The panel suggested that Maidens having their first start should be on the Order. The grader advised he will give Maidens a run at their first start ahead of bad form in his opinion. He also suggested that greyhounds that have only had 1 start should also be given an opportunity as well. The GRP decided to leave this to graders discretion based around what other greyhounds are nominated and their race form. The panel advised that Port Pirie would need to come out of the Provincial Tracks for form as that venue no longer races. The RM will make that alteration. Claiming Races in SA The RM advised the panel that it has been suggested that the GRP consider the implementation of Claiming Races on the programming calendar. These races could provide an opportunity for greyhounds to race longer and change into new ownership. The RM presented the panel with information from NSW where they were last raced in The panel were interested in the concept with the basic understanding that a greyhound could be transferred into new interests for an advertised fee with the new owners taking the greyhound after it competed. The panel advised the RM to draw up conditions around claiming races and introduce on the racing calendar when confirmed. Late Items The panel discussed other items at today s meeting. The panel discussed the requirement for retiring of greyhounds before going into GAP and how this affects the greyhound racing numbers. Subsequent to the meeting the RM has advised that this will be altered to allow greyhounds to be assessed for GAP but still continue to race under certain circumstances. The CEO asked the panel to consider the introduction next year of the new Murray Bridge one-turn and straight track on the racing calendar. The panel believed if Murray Bridge raced twice a week that each meeting should be available for straight track and one-turn rather than restricting each meeting to the one type of racing. The panel understood this could reduce racing however still wanted to restrict 388m racing away from Monday or Thursday nights. They suggested at least one meeting at Murray Bridge should be conducted on the weekend. The panel suggested a rotation of Murray Bridge, Gawler and on the calendar at the Provincial 1 or 2 levels could accommodate all participants. The panel suggested some form of Tiered system for grading of straight track racing. The panel suggested removing grades 2 & 1 and having grade 3 the highest any greyhound can go which would allow for all greyhounds to gain a start. The RM advised that the panel had made changes allowing for re grades for out graded greyhounds and that mixing these dogs all the time without movement may adversely affect any form of high grade racing. This has been tabled before and the GRP decided there needs to be more consideration before a major change would be introduced. The panel suggested a change in regard to prizemoney. They believed the $15 unplaced should go direct to the trainer as a trainer s fee rather than be included into prizemoney. With increased costs on trainers it was suggested that some owners would be willing to forego this money especially if they are on a 50/50 deal with the trainers. The CEO advised that this would be considered for the new season. The CEO advised that this would be tabled within the next stakemoney review. The panel also considered a similar flattening of stake money for Thursday nights giving reward to those unplaced greyhounds. The RM advised that with all stakes SA is very competitive with the rest of Australia however for Metro stakes we are just below 50% of what Victoria pay as an example. It was suggested that a target of 50% of the Victorian stakemoney level for Thursday night may form the primary objective, with flattening of stakes a secondary goal. The CEO advised this would also be considered within the context of the next stakemoney review. The panel advised that they would like the Grade 6 policy tabled for next meeting. The panel believe that the 12 lifetime race wins for SA Bred greyhounds is still a little high while the 4 grade 6 wins for Non SA bred greyhounds should also be considered. Kennel Capers JANUARY

16 INTEGRITY INTEGRITY Stewarding, Animal Welfare and Licensing New National Rules A number of new national Rules were approved in late The majority of Rules apply to prohibited substance definitions. Treatment record books must be updated the day the treatment is administered and consecutive days racing (which was already an SA local Rule). GRSA is awaiting official documentation from Greyhounds Australasia and will advise industry as soon as possible of the Rule changes which come into effect March 1. Change to Hot Weather Policy Just prior to Christmas, an alteration was made to the GRSA Hot Weather Policy. The kennel house will now open half an hour earlier than advertised when the forecast temperature for the corresponding regional area is 32 C. An updated policy will be released shortly. Questioning of performance Stewards intend to question and report on performances from greyhounds which have been, in their view, disappointing, particularly short-priced runners which have been beaten. Trainers should be aware they may be questioned during the course of a race meeting or any time following. Checking off of greyhounds Stewards are available at Tuesday and Wednesday night trials to check off greyhounds prior to their first start. Alternatively, the Stewards can be contacted to arrange a time during business hours for greyhounds to be checked off at. In either case, please allow sufficient time between the greyhound getting checked off and the paperwork being lodged and processed if you are looking to nominate the greyhound. Racing Review Panel When a greyhound is sighted by the Stewards in SA for Marring, Failing to Pursue etc there is an option for this penalty to be appealed and then reviewed by a panel separate of the Stewards. This panel is made up of three members with years of experience within the greyhound racing industry that they can draw on in reviewing the decision. Depending on availability members will change on occasion. Current members used are: Howard Ashton, Matt Corby, Greg Barber, Vaun Gray, Scott Wuchatsch and Shaun Mathieson. New Licences - December 2017 Owner: Jennifer Bowditch (N); Gavin Bright (N); Damien Ellul (N); Anthony Gartner (N) Owner Attendant: Colleen Barclay (U) Tier 3 Trainer: Brodie Jessup (RA) Tier 2 Trainer: Adrien Chevalier (U) Licensed New Owner Syndicate Members: Geoffrey Lively (1) New Registration Syndicate Names: Five Blokes (1) *Number in brackets is used to identify licensed owners that are new to that particular syndicate. (P) Provisional Only (N) New Licences (R) Renewals (U) Upgrade of License (DG) Downgrade of License (RA) Re Apply (T) Transfer from interstate. Racing Statistics - December 2017 MARRING: 2 FAILING TO PURSUE: 4 SWABS TAKEN DECEMBER 2017: 113 Inquiries and notifications Mr. Donald Foster Notice of positive sample greyhound MCLAREN MISSILE was found to have ATENOLOL in a urine sample following an event at Angle Park on 9 October Inquiry to be scheduled at a date to be fixed. Mr. Troy Murray Notice of positive sample greyhound HEADING MY WAY was found to have MELOXICAM and DEXAMETHASONE in a urine sample following an event at on 18 September Inquiry to be scheduled at a date to be fixed. JUST A TIP - Review of Stewards Decision 04/01/18 greyhound JUST A TIP reported for failing to pursue by reason of injury during an event at Strathalbyn on 22/12/17. An application was lodged for a review. Review of decision found it could not be established the greyhound had failed to pursue and the turning of the greyhound s head was a result of severe interference. Matter reported as a racing incident and the penalty removed from JUST A TIP s record. All reports from Stewards inquiries and appeal decisions can be found at under the Integrity banner. 16 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

17 Lodgement of breeding documents With the removal of fees for breeding documentation I remind participants of the due date for lodgement of documentation under the Rules of Greyhound Racing. It is imperative that these documents are still lodged on time so GRSA can plan for the future regarding greyhound population. Notice of Service (within 14 days) Whelping Notice (within 14 days) Litter Registration (within 4 months) To ensure documents are received by the due dates the following fines have been reviewed and have been increased and will be imposed should documentation be lodged late. Due date to 4 weeks overdue $50 5 weeks to 8 weeks overdue $100 9 to 12 weeks overdue $ to 16 weeks overdue $ plus weeks overdue $250 The Golden Rules Avoidance of Prohibited Substance Breaches In noting that we have seen recent Cobalt and Arsenic threshold breaches, it serves as a timely opportunity for GRSA to remind participants in their own best interests that there are a number of Golden Rules that can help them to avoid making any such breaches (for prohibited substances generally) and which should be adhered to as principles of best practice: - Always consult your vet to seek guidance in relation to any of the products that you are using, any associated risks and other relevant context - Review the range of any feeds or supplements that you typically purchase and, wherever it is reasonable to do so, replace products containing substances that could contribute to a threshold breach under the rules (eg. cobalt) with alternative products - Observe the instructions on any products that you use and adhere strictly to those directions (having regard for prescribed amounts, frequency of administration/ application, methodology for administering/applying) - Refrain from the use of injectable treatments (eg. Vitamin B12) to any extent that is practical - Refrain from any treatment of a greyhound on raceday other than as relates to its feeding and drinking requirements (GAR83(a)(1) treats this as a specific offence) Our registered participants have the ultimate responsibility to ensure that greyhounds are presented free of prohibited substances. This information is offered as advice in good faith only and should not be relied upon as a defence in the event of a breach being recorded. These Golden Rules will appear in the Integrity section of future Kennel Capers editions on an ongoing basis as a reminder for participants of this responsibility. If you KNOW something or of someone who is involved in illegal practices TELL us in absolute confidence so that we can investigate and if necessary prosecute And help us PROTECT the future of our great industry REPORT IN CONFIDENCE ON (08) OR ADMIN@GRSA.COM.AU Kennel Capers JANUARY

18 NEWS Zara shows her potential again in Christmas Cup win ANGLE PARK The 2017 Christmas Cup was run at on December 21st in front of a large festive crowd and they saw another outstanding performance by Zinfandel Zara who continues to go from strength to strength in her short career. Trained by Gavin Harris she showed another string to her bow when she come from third, just of the speed and showed terrific acceleration over the concluding stages to race past her rivals and win in brilliant style. It was a crack 6 dog field that greeted the starter with Slipper s Time for Barry Jones again showing early pace to lead the field out of the front straight followed by High Eden Frost for Jan Jones and Zinfandel Zara wide on the track. Strong types Hukanui for Tony Rasmussen worked his way to fourth while both Hot Marlow for Steve Meimetis and Pyredos Monelli for Ben Rawlings settled at the tail of the field after slow beginnings. Down the back straight it looked as if Zinfandel Zara could be in trouble, in particular as Hukanui was so close just to her inside but as they left the back straight Zinfandel Zara was able to blast past her rivals around the outside while Hukanui found trouble looking for an inside run and had his momentum stopped. The daughter of Fabregas and Wikena stopped the clock at a brilliant with splits of 4.40 and in winning by almost 2 lengths and now has the impressive career record of 6 wins from just 7 starts. Hukanui again ran a mighty race to grab second on the inside and a win is not too far away for him while Pyredos Monelli came from the clouds to run third with his supporters far from disappointed about his effort. Track Injury Surgery Rebate Scheme Has your greyhound been injured at the races? GRSA will contribute to 80% of your surgery costs* The Greyhound Adoption Program will then prioritise your greyhound for entry into the program. *Not all injuries are covered - please refer to policy for clarification on which injuries will be covered. Maximum rebate of $1200 per injury. For more information speak with the On-Course veterinarian or a representative of the Integrity Department. 18 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

19 GAP NEWS GAP Waiting List Subsidy From 1 January 2018 if your greyhound is on the GAP waiting list for more than 6 weeks you are entitled to receive the Waiting List Subsidy. The Waiting List Subsidy is a payment of $30 per week per greyhound to assist with kennelling costs. However, this does not apply to greyhounds that are placed in the GAP kennels. Every Monday we will process the Waiting List Subsidies for each greyhound that has been on the waiting each additional full week, Monday - Sunday. The Placement Form has been amended to include a section for the owner/trainers bank details so we can make a payment to you quicker. If your greyhound has been on the waiting list prior to 1 January 2018 we will be making contact with you, via , to obtain your bank details so we can arrange the first $30 payment. Upcoming Assessment Days: Track Assessment Day: Wednesday 31st January - 9:30am to 11:30am Booking Day: Wednesday 24th January - 8:30am to 3pm Murray Bridge Location to be confirmed Assessment Day: Wednesday, 24th January - 1:30pm - 3:00pm Booking day: Wednesday 17th, January - 8:30am-3pm FOSTER A GREYHOUND Visit gapsa.org.au Kennel Capers JANUARY

20 MARKETING MATTERS MARKETING MATTERS DIANNE DUMANOVIC MARKETING MANAGER 2017 UBET Greyhound of the Year Awards night The 2017 UBET Greyhound of the Year Awards are only a few weeks away, with the big night scheduled for Friday February 2. Held at Gawler at their Nixon s Function Centre, we are looking to build on last year s successful night as we celebrate excellence from the 2017 racing calendar. Tickets are $60 per head (or $500 per table of 10) which covers a sumptuous 3 course meal and drinks package. As always we have a band playing on the night, as well as the ever popular photo booth. As Gawler is a smaller venue, we encourage people to book their table ASAP to avoid disappointment. Numbers will be capped. You can secure your booking by calling James on 8243 Twitter update GRSA has made a few minor tweaks to our twitter handle in the past week, changing the name of our profile from Greyhound Racing SA to SA Greyhound Tips to align the profile more accurately to the service it provides which is essentially a free tipping service by the organisation for SA greyhound race meets (the handle still remains The profile is still experiencing considerable growth with close to 1700 followers now, many of which are loyal followers pocketing a nice bit of profit from the tips provided. As the saying goes you ve got to be in it, to win it so be sure to follow us on twitter for the hottest greyhound racing tips around! GAP messaging appearing across Adelaide We all know how busy Radelaide gets over the next few months with the TDU, Fringe, Clipsal and other events so we are plastering GAP SA messaging across Adelaide over the next couple of months in the hope of increasing awareness (and applications!!) of the You. Me. 6 Weeks. foster care program. At present there are two billboards and one tram with our branding keep an eye out for them! 20 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

21 Outstanding Service to the Industry Award Nomination Form Nominee s Details (Person that is nominated to receive the award) Name Street Address Suburb, Post Code Home Phone Mobile Phone Address Nominated by Name Street Address Suburb, Post Code Home Phone Mobile Phone Address Please list the reason/s why your nominated person should be considered for the GRSA s Outstanding Service to the Industry Award. Feel free to attach a separate page should the space below be insufficient. Agreement and Signature By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth are true and complete. Name (printed) Signature Date Please forward your nomination to shaun.mathieson@grsa.com.au, fax (08) or GRSA, PO Box 2352, Regency Park, 5942 by COB Friday January 12, Winner to be announced at the 2017 Greyhound of the Year Awards Dinner held on Feb 2, Decision of the judging panel will be final. Kennel Capers JANUARY

22 CLUB NEWS Tears flow after emotional win MOUNT GAMBIER Tarpeena owner Dita Mitchell unashamedly shed tears of joy as she proudly walked Kinnky McPhee back after her win in the second heat of Val and Col Sims Memorial Maiden at Tara Raceway on Sunday 7th December. Placed in all of her first five starts, the sizeable 30 kilogram bitch opened her winning account for Mitchell and Compton trainer Tracie Price when leading all the way to eventually run out a 10 length winner over Got Some Cheek with a further 6½ lengths back to third-placed Bomber Creek in seconds. Also through to the final is Pele s Entity who finished fourth on debut. Kinnky McPhee s win had been a while coming, the daughter of Banjo Boy x Quick And Slick turning three next month and according to her owner, certainly travelling down a rocky road prior to making her race debut at Tara Raceway only a month ago. She was purchased as an eight-month-old pup from Queensland, Mitchell said. But straight away she didn t look to be galloping properly, with a vertebrae issue later being identified. There were countless trips to Warrnambool for remedial Kinnky McPhee overcame plenty of setbacks along the way to win a Sims Memorial heat at Tara Raceway for emotional owner Dita Mitchell. work on her and later she had to have half of her tail removed. So, while it hasn t been all plain sailing, today s emotional win made the effort all worthwhile. I can t speak highly enough of Tracie and the team out at Compton because they ve done a wonderful job getting Kinnky McPhee to the track and now winning a race, said Mitchell after her first Tara Raceway win. Based at Tarpeena for the past 12 months, after a 10-year stint at Crowlands, Mitchell is hopeful of receiving a trainer s licence next month and then preparing several of her twoyear-old Banjo Boy youngsters for a tilt on the track. Nifty Lenehan and Mo Canala with Joshy Wink Wink after his first up win in heat one of the Sims Memorial for owner-trainer Nicole Stanley. Mo Town Roy wrapped up a good year for Edenhope trainer Cap Abbott with a smart 600 metre win at Tara Raceway. MOUNT GAMBIER GREYHOUND RACING CLUB Lake Terrace East, Mount Gambier, SA Every Sunday plus alternate Fridays. Approximate start between (SA time) mountgambiergreyhounds.com.au 22 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

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24 Facebook f Logo CMYK /.eps Facebook f Logo CMYK /.eps CLUB NEWS A good move GAWLER A move to the country has worked out well for greyhound trainer Michael Stewart, who led in a winner at Gawler on Tuesday. That winner occurred in a Mixed Grade event over the 531m journey, which saw Loceryl start the best from box 6, taking the lead with Sutton Wil (5) in pursuit. Those two runners broke away from the rest of the field, but down the back straight they bumped together, momentarily losing some ground. Croydon Boys (3) was at the same time winding up and zipped past the other two, opening up a break which extended out to 6½ lengths at the finish. Bar Room Brawler (4), which had been midfield early, ran home to grab second placing for Nicole Newlyn of Lewiston, with Sutton Wil running third for Angela Modra of Gawler River. Croydon Boys ran a good time of secs for trainer Michael Stewart and owner Duncan Stewart. It took Croydon Boys 11 starts to break through for his first win, but he now has a record of 6 wins and 9 placings from 35 starts and with the way he ran on, Michael is hopeful of moving him up to the 600m journey. Michael has been part of the greyhound industry for over 35 years, getting involved through family connections. About 3 years ago, Michael decided to increase his involvement in the sport and moved to a larger property at Palmer, with a plan to start breeding his own stock and take advantage of the SA bred incentives. He now has 14 racing greyhounds Left to right: Diana and Tamica Dunn with Michael Stewart and Croydon Boys after a recent win at Gawler. in his kennels, a number he is happy to maintain. Establishing his own property has meant that Michael needs plenty of help with his racing kennel and that has come from Michael s partner Tamica Dunn and local resident Brandon Bormann. Michael gets a big kick out of involving others in the sport and has assisted Brandon to also become an owner. The move to his own property is paying off for Michael, training 66 wins in 2017, compared with 32 in the previous year. With further planned enhancements to the property, including his own straight track for trialling, that figure could well increase. IF YOU BEAT 25 MINUTES IT S FREE! Take on the challenge today! Ben Rawlings, Don Wells, Dwayne Jiggins, and Shaz Vigar with Stunning Jiggy after a win at Gawler. Nixon Terrace, Gawler Gawler races every Tuesday afternoon and Sunday night. Enjoy good racing and an excellent meal in Nixons Function Centre. (08) gawlergreyhounds.com /gawlergreyhounds/ 24 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

25 GAWLER EVENTS FROM JULY 1 ST TO JUNE 30 TH 2018 GAWLER EASTER SPRINT 531m For Grade 4/5 greyhounds $3,000 Sunday GAWLER FUTURE STARS 531m Special Event No Penalties Apply For SA Bred greyhounds whelped in 2016 $1,540 $4,000 Sunday Sunday GAWLER PRODUCE STAKE 531m Special Event No Penalties Apply $TBA Sunday Un-Raced greyhounds are ineligible $2,700 Sunday For greyhounds whelped in 2016 Special Conditions $22,000 Sunday (Final guaranteed at $22,000. Consolation on Final night - $2,700) GAWLER BREEDERS m Special Event No Penalties Apply For SA Bred greyhounds paid up for Breeders 2018 TBA TBA Sunday Sunday TBA TBA Greyhound Racing SA reserves the right to alter any of these events including the prizemoney. Kennel Capers JANUARY

26 ANGLE PARK EVENTS FROM DECEMBER 21 ST TO JUNE 30 TH 2018 CLUB NEWS SA SPRINT CHAMPIONSHIP 515M (Listed Event) (SA Domiciled Special Conditions Apply) $4,590 $22,000 Thursday Thursday JOHN GRAY $3,190 Thursday M (Grade 5) $9,290 Thursday SA ST. LEGER 515M Special Event No Penalties Apply Wednesday Un-Raced Maidens are ineligible SEMI $4,590 Thursday For greyhounds whelped on or after 1st July 2015 $9,290 Thursday LAUNCHING PAD (SA Series) 515M Special Event No Penalties Apply $945 Wednesday (1-4 wins with no more than 28 starts) $4,590 Thursday Series at Sandown Heats 15/3, Semis 22/3, Final 29/3. ST. PATRICKS DAY SPRINT 515M (FFA) $4,590 Thursday BREEDERS 2018 PRELUDE (1) 515M Special Event No Penalties Apply TBA Wednesday For SA Bred greyhounds whelped in Jan.16 to June.16 TBA Thursday And paid up for Breeders EASTER CUP $4,990 Thursday M (Mixed 3/4/5 Event) $7,000 Thursday SA DISTANCE CHAMPIONSHIP $4,990 Thursday M (Feature Event) $14,500 Thursday (Best Greyhounds Nominated) SA ANNIVERSARY CUP 515M (Feature Event) Best greyhounds nominated $4,590 $13,750 Thursday Thursday BREEDERS 2018 PRELUDE (2) 515M Special Event No Penalties Apply TBA Monday For SA Bred greyhounds whelped in Jan.16 to June.16 TBA Monday And paid up for Breeders Kennel Capers EDITION 58

27 AGRC/GRSA AUCTION (388m Series) 388M Special Event No Penalties Apply For greyhounds sold through 2016 Auction $1,025 $3,000 Wednesday Wednesday HOWARD ASHTON 515M (Group 3 Event) Special Event No Penalties Apply TBA Wednesday For SA Bred greyhounds whelped in Jan.16 to June.16 TBA Thursday And paid up for Breeders $37,500 Thursday SHANE McQUEEN $4,990 Thursday M $9,290 Thursday Best greyhounds nominated AGRC/GRSA AUCTION 515M Special Event No Penalties Apply For greyhounds sold through 2016 Auction $4,590 $19,000 Thursday Thursday STAYERS CUP $4,990 Thursday M $7,000 Thursday Best greyhounds nominated Greyhound Racing SA reserves the right to alter any of these events including the prizemoney. 2017/2018 ANGLE PARK FEATURE RACES FOR LOWER GRADES 4 January - Final 5 th April Heats 12 th April - Final 3 rd May Heats 10 th May - Final 21 st June Heats 28 th June - Final Heats at normal grade prizemoney Finals to carry prizemoney of $4,590 Grade 6 515m Grade 5 515m (SA Bred) Grade 5 515m (SA Owned) Dates are subject to change. See our vests! Red Vests Available Participants are able to purchase their very own red vests for $20 however GRSA will always have some available. These vests look very smart and come up particularly well on Sky Racing promoting SA Racing so with that in mind the long parade coats have been phased out of action with participants required to have a black or navy jumper available to be worn under the vests. Kennel Capers JANUARY

28 RACING REPORT ANGLE PARK QUALIFYING TRIALS NOW WEEKLY Qualifying Trials are run weekly on Tuesday night, for the corresponding Monday APM meeting and the Wednesday APD meeting. Trainers must be specific on their nominations about which day they are trialling for and what distance. (ie Wed 388m, Mon 515, Mon 600m etc) Tuesday Qualifying dates are: January 16th (No Trials due to Lighting upgrade at ) January 22nd (for APM Monday meeting on 29th January for APD Wednesday meeting on 31st January) January 29th (for APM Monday meeting on 5th February for APD Wednesday meeting on 7th February) February 6th (for APM Monday meeting on 12th February for APD Wednesday meeting on 14th February) February 13th (for APM Monday meeting on 19th February for APD Wednesday meeting on 21st February) February 20th (for APM Monday meeting on 26th February no APD Wednesday meeting on 28th February due to Time Grading meeting) Nominations close with GRSA at 12.30pm on the Tuesday of the meeting. NOMINATING ONLINE FOR QUALIFYING TRIALS For, Gawler and Strathalbyn qualifying trials the nominations must be lodged with GRSA by 12.30pm on the day of the meeting. To nominate online however you can only do this up until 11.59pm the day before. Due to a system security policy you cannot nominate on the day for these trials online. Please contact our staff if you have any issues with these nominations prior to them closing. SINGLE TRIALS A reminder to trainers that single trials can be booked with two greyhounds however you need to advise when booking of your intention to do this. If you wish to put three or more into this trial then a field trial will have to be booked. BOOKING NUMBER FOR TRIALS Participants wishing to book trials are required to ring , this phone line will only be used for trial bookings and will queue participants. By having this one number with participants queuing makes this process to be a more efficient way of booking trials. There will be NO trials accepted through the normal administration number. To be fair to everyone GRSA will only accept bookings using the new number. Remember trials will only be taken from * 11.30pm Monday for Tuesday nights * 11.30pm Tuesday for Gawler Wednesday nights * 11.30pm Thursday for Saturday morning (day earlier due to being morning trials) * For Public Holidays it will be the working day before ie if Monday is a Public Holiday then bookings taken on the Friday *trial days that are not booked in with GRSA remain the same process (ie Gawler Thursday)* POLICY FOR TRIALLING AT ANGLE PARK AND GAWLER BEFORE THE RACE MEETING RACE MEETING TRIAL POLICY Monday & Wednesday along with Gawler Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. Two fields from the boxes with a maximum of four (4) greyhounds will be conducted immediately following the completion of the kennelling procedure for the Race Meeting. The following lists the order in which greyhounds will be selected in the event if more than 8 greyhounds nominated. 1. Reserves at the Meeting that do not obtain starts. 2. Trainers that have greyhounds engaged and are located in an area affected by track closures. 3. Trainers that have greyhounds engaged. 4. Satisfactory trials. 5. Other greyhounds. PROCEDURE/CRITERIA 1. For Monday nights trainer to contact GRSA between 10.00am and 11.00am on the Monday to nominate. Should the Monday be a public holiday bookings are to be made between 8am and 9am on the scratching line. 2. For Wednesday, Gawler Tuesday & Friday trainer to contact GRSA between 4.00pm and 4.30pm on the day before. 3. For Gawler Sunday trainer to contact GRSA between 8.00am and 9.00am on the scratching line to nominate. 4. Other than reserve greyhounds Trainers will be restricted to trialling one (1) greyhound unless nominations determine otherwise. 5. Stewards allot the Box for the Greyhound. 6. Trials will be 515m & 531m in distance as first preference. Other distances considered depending on nominations. 7. Greyhounds currently under suspension or not cleared to race are not eligible to be nominated (these trials are conducted as if they are at a race meeting so all greyhounds need to be eligible at nomination time). 8. Greyhound registration certificate or cards must be produced at kennelling time. POLICY FOR TRIALS IN PLACE 28 Kennel Capers EDITION Trainers with other greyhounds engaged can utilize the extra kennel space until such time they are ready to leave OR trainers with no other greyhounds will be free to leave following their trial.

29 If there are 12 races at or Gawler there will be NO trials. The Vet Clinic at these meetings cannot be used to accommodate any greyhounds to allow for extra trialling greyhounds. This policy has been introduced so that participants book in under the policy. The Vet Clinic needs to be available for the Vet and Stewards at race meetings EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY Thursday nights are kept available for the option for Interstate greyhounds to solo trial in a lead up to our Group races and also local greyhound s trialling for Group racing interstate. Local greyhounds will be allowed to solo trial in a lead up to a feature race upon request and they will take one of the eight kennels available for trialling ahead of the policy and sit separately to the 4 dog trials. Feature races are considered to be Adelaide Cup, Gawler Cup, Oaks, Derby, Howard Ashton, Brian Johnstone, SA Sprint, SA Distance Championship, SA Anniversary Cup, SA Country Cup, National Finals & any Group race Interstate. Local greyhounds will be allowed to trial on a race night, where they are in preparation for a feature event and nominated for a meeting and the race does not stand up. This will include all distances and also take precedence over the policy. If a greyhound qualifies for a feature final and requires a trial in between this will be conducted as a solo trial and sit separately to the 2 four dog trials. It is extremely important that trainers book in to trial at these race meetings. If unable to book in at these times then please contact GRSA where permission may be given to accept a booking outside of these times.. GAWLER QUALIFYING TRIALS AT GAWLER Qualifying trials are held every Wednesday for the corresponding Tuesday. MURRAY BRIDGE Trials are held on SUNDAY MORNINGS, from 9am to am. Bookings MUST be sent via Telephone to Kay Burns or Bob Harris or to burnsron1@bigpond.com. If there are no bookings there will be no trials. MOUNT GAMBIER The Mt Gambier GRC committee advises that satisfactory trials can be run in the summer months under the criteria below. 1. On race days when there are less than 12 races. 2. On race days with 12 races when the temperature is 30 degrees or less trial can be run before the first race but greyhounds must leave the track straight after the trial to head back to their home kennel. 3. On a Saturday trial session when stewards are available. These trials will have to be booked in with GRSA in consultation with the Mt Gambier GRC. STRATHALBYN All bookings for normal trials are taken by the Club. You can book trials via text MSG / or call Yvonne King at the Club on between 9am and 11am on the day of the trials. All qualifying trials will need to be booked through GRSA as per normal by 12.30pm on the day of the Qualy trials. GRSA thanks the support of Yvonne and the Strathalbyn GRC in regard to these changes. The following dates are for the next trial sessions - Wednesday 20th December Wednesday 27th December Wednesday 3rd January Wednesday 10th January (Qualifying Trials) Wednesday 17th January Wednesday 23rd January Wednesday 30th January We will allow for trials, following race meetings with a maximum of 8 (to be kennelled at kennelling time into race block 11.) These trials need to be rang through to Yvonne King from the Club, (following eligibility guidelines agreed with by GRSA.) **Please note if there are 11 races on the program then there will be No trials during the race meeting** Wednesday Early Trials Grabs only starting at 5.15pm to 6.15pm Pen Trials 6.30pm until completion Field Trials followed by Single Trials from each distance starting at 536m to 416m to 319m At conclusion of 319m Pen Trials late Grab Trials will commence starting from 319m to 416m to 536m Wednesday Nights with Qualifying Trials When Qualy Trials are conducted in conjunction with Satisfactory Trials the Satisfactorys are first followed by the Qualys Trials starting at 6.30pm. Kennel Capers JANUARY

30 RACING REPORT SA BRED WINNERS These winners all receive a $100 base payment divided equally between the Owner & Breeder. Then a monthly payment to the Owner & Breeder will be determined by the number of SA Bred wins at all Sky Racing meetings in South Australia for the month. Monthly Payment December Final: All Sky Meetings: SA Bred Pool: $30,000 December Wins: 130 (29 meetings) Meeting Average: 4.48 Final Payment for December $100 x 130 (divided between Owner & Breeder) $70.70 x 130 (Monthly payment for Breeder) $70.70 x 130 Monthly payment for Owner) Greyhound Owner Breeder ANGLE PARK Monday 11th December I'M Batman K Trowbridge M Trowbridge Aiming Y Butcher C Butcher Springvale Carla G Harris G Harris Gangalla Fury Gangalla Park Syn T Cattermole Jimmy Mcbain V Roz T Kelly GAWLER Tuesday 12th December Stunning Jiggy Jiggy Wells Syn L Cummins I'M Zoolander M Trowbridge M Trowbridge Highbury Hustle J Mundy J Mundy ANGLE PARK Wednesday 13th December Hot Zeus S Meimetis A Meimetis Emerley Again J Hurley J Hurley Crazy Again R Maruszczyk M Wittholz Mr. Dagwood J Banner R Fewings ANGLE PARK Thursday 14th December Hot Marlow S Meimetis A Meimetis Lonely Cowboy C Scott C Scott Jimmy Mcbain V Roz T Kelly Slipper's Time B Jones B Jones MOUNT GAMBIER 15th December Glenville Callie K Clayfield R Clayfield Practice Run E Broers M Trowbridge GAWLER Sunday 17th December Flying Ellen R May L Cummins Emerley Storm J Hurley J Hurley Zinfandel Zara G Harris K Corby Baa Man Black Sheep Syn M Wittholz MOUNT GAMBIER Sunday 17th December Blazing Moment Moment Syn T Price Galactic Panther R Chuck R Chuck Oh No Beta J Caddy J Caddy Bluestone D Hicks R Murray Greyhound Owner Breeder ANGLE PARK Monday 18th December Emerley Cosmic B Sebastyan J Hurley Game Over R Stasiak R Stasiak Nirimba Pirate P Luxton P Luxton Windmill Haze K Gill K Bearpark Long Gully Del P Hearnden P Hearnden GAWLER Tuesday 19th December Panhandle Slim R Murray R Murray Stir Crazy Top Vintage Syn M Wittholz Dakota Grace N Farley K Stagg Elisha's Delight L Carter L Carter Ima Smithy R Mackellar R Mackellar ANGLE PARK Wednesday 20th December Emerley Jose J Hurley J Hurley Over Pitched J Gray K Watson Crown Jester D Galvin S Brook Elite Chaos C Boston T Rawlings Deputy Speaker D Stuppos T Rawlings ANGLE PARK Thursday 21st December Aberlour Riff Raff Syn K Bearpark Zindandel Zara G Harris K Corby Gangalla Fury Gangalla Park Syn T Cattermole STRATHALBYN Friday 22nd December Chopper's Echo L Stewart L Stewart Bounty Hawke R Harris R Harris Ruby Creek B Gottschutzke B Gottschutzke Cinderbella B Gottschutzke B Gottschutzke Farmin T Mccallum B Murphy GAWLER Sunday 24th December Victa Roz R Schadow J Schadow Stir Crazy Top Vintage Syn M Wittholz Baa Man Black Sheep Syn M Wittholz Darcy Brown K Gill K Gill Ima Smithy R Mackellar R Mackellar Shout C Scott C Scott Ivy Murial S Brook S Brook GAWLER Tuesday 26th December Nitro Kist Kist Syn K Hurley Superbious T Mccallum T Mccallum Breemelia Swift T Hinrichsen T Hinrichsen Crown Jester D Galvin S Brook Gangalla Fury Gangalla Park Syn T Cattermole Deputy Speaker D Stuppos T Rawlings Long Gully Robbi P Hearnden P Hearnden MOUNT GAMBIER Wednesday 27th December Practice Run E Boers M Trowbridge ANGLE PARK Thursday 28th December Cash For Jam R Isaacson R Isaacson Springvale Carla G Harris G Harris Bereluke M Groves L Cummins Game Over R Stasiak R Stasiak Whackin' Theo Black Magic Syn C Scott 30 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

31 Greyhound Owner Breeder Greyhound Owner Breeder ANGLE PARK Friday 29th December Emerley Jose J Hurley J Hurley Darcy Brown K Gill K Gill Jolene Marlow G Milligan A Milligan Slipper's Soda B Jones B Jones Ascension Winning Force Syn R Harris Dakota Grace K Stagg K Stagg MOUNT GAMBIER Sunday 31st December Cilla Brown A Williams A Meimetis Oh No Beta J Caddy J Caddy Same Scenario A Haines T Price Swift Limes B Jnr Bouchier T Price GAWLER Sunday 31st December Junior Tyson T Lagana T Lagana Aston Noir R Borda T Murray Raven Sky J Hurley A Milligan Phoebe Mcbain R Panagiotou R Kelly ANGLE PARK Monday 1st January Farmin T Mccallum B Murphy Fabwik K Corby K Corby Highbury Hustle J Mundy J Mundy Springvale Hope G Harris C Butcher GAWLER Tuesday 2nd January Jiggy's Luck Jiggy Wells Syn L Cummins Bradley Tyson T Lagana T Lagana Deed Riff Raff Syn K Bearpark Long Gully Gus P Hearnden P Hearnden Lonely Cowboy C Scott C Scott Long Gully Robbi P Hearnden P Hearnden ANGLE PARK Wednesday 3rd January Flacon Ute Riff Raff Syn K Bearpark Mercy Road C Vistoli R Harnas Aberlour Riff Raff Syn K Bearpark Dashing Joker D Bartel D Bartel Dakota Grace N Farley K Stagg ANGLE PARK Thursday 4th January Springvale Carla G Harris G Harris Optic Blast T Cattermole T Cattermole Hukanui L Rasmussen J Savaglia Windmill Haze K Gill K Bearpark Fully Fried N Price R Kelly STRATHALBYN Friday 5th January Filthy Phantom Four Phantoms Syn T Hinrichsen Raloo Bartzy P Kelly J Wilson Slipper's Wish B Jones B Jones Slipper's Soda B Jones B Jones Keep On Choppin' N Myers L Stewart Breemelia Swift T Hinrichsen T Hinrichsen Aitch A Browne T Davey MOUNT GAMBIER Sunday 7th January Azumi Spice S Bartholomew S Bartholomew Same Scenario A Haines T Price GAWLER Sunday 7th January Pearl's Poppy M Taylor P Bodsworth Eustace Road Riff Raff Syn B Gottschutzke Tiffin T Mccallum T Mccallum Phoebe Mcbain R Panagiotou R Kelly ANGLE PARK Monday 8th January Up Time Girl C Butcher C Butcher Fabwik K Corby K Corby Emerley Nolen J Hurley J Hurley Don't Kid Me R Fewings S Brook I ve crunched the numbers and yes, I m perfectly affordable! GAP SA greyhounds are now even more affordable at only $ 150. Each greyhound is adopted with: Collar, Lead, Winter Jacket, Desexed, C5 Vaccinated, Vet Checked, Wormed and Microchipped. gapsa.org.au Kennel Capers JANUARY

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33 LEADING STATISTICS ALL WILL BE REVEALED AT THE 2017 Friday, 2 nd February We will announce the: - Trainer of the Year (TAB) - SA Stud Dog of the Year - SA Brood Bitch of the Year - SA Breeder of the Year - Gawler Track Star Results will also be published in the next edition. WHELPINGS NOVEMBER Breeding Whelping Date Offspring Breeder Al Moran - Chelsea Diamond 27 November 4 dogs, 4 Bitches Leanne Fagan Fernando Bale - Cuddletime Tears 15 November 3 Dogs, 3 Bitches Angela Meimetis Humdrum - Emerley Avenue 20 November 3 Dogs, 3 Bitches Judith Hurley My Bro Fabio - Lethal Fury 19 November 2 Dogs, 2 Bitches Tony Hinrichsen Nitro Burst - No Thru Road 30 November 1 Dog Tony Hinrichsen Spring Gun - Long Gully Libby 1 November 4 Dogs, 5 Bitches Paula Hearnden Kennel Capers JANUARY

34 RACING REPORT NOMINATION DETAILS Nomination details for meetings from 17th December until Monday 15th January. Date Track Total Nominations Sunday 17 December Mount Gambier 108 Sunday 17 December Gawler 116 Monday 18 December 85 Tuesday 19 December Gawler 89 Wednesday 20 December 127 Thursday 21 December 92 Friday 22 December Strathalbyn 114 Sunday 24 December Gawler 110 Tuesday 26 December Gawler 143 Wednesday 27 December Mount Gambier 130 Thursday 28 December 111 Friday 29 December 151 Saturday 30 December Port Augusta 51 Sunday 31 December Mount Gambier 118 Sunday 31 December Gawler 101 Monday 1 January 90 Tuesday 2 January Gawler 100 Wednesday 3 January 100 Thursday 4 January 92 Friday 5 January Strathalbyn 82 Sunday 7 January Mount Gambier 108 Sunday 7 January Gawler 137 Monday 8 January 88 Tuesday 9 January Gawler 96 Wednesday 10 January 147 Thursday 11 January 87 Friday 12 January Mount Gambier 126 Sunday 14 January Mount Gambier 78 Sunday 14 January Gawler 112 Monday 15 January Strathalbyn 114 Get Social! Beyond the popular Facebook pages for Greyhound Racing SA and GAP SA, did you know that we have the following social media profiles: GRSA Registered Participants Closed Group This is strictly only for registered participants with information posted relevant to SA participants on industry matters. You must request to join the closed group via Facebook. Currently we have 226 members and Follow The DogsSA on twitter for the hottest tips and latest punting information on the SA greyhounds. Instagram GAP SA is on instagram and our fan base is growing every day (currently at 1150)! Be sure to for an insider s look into program. Also checkout GRSA's LIFE IS 10% WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU AND 90% HOW YOU REACT TO IT. See our vests! Red Vests Available Participants are able to purchase their very own red vests for $20 however GRSA will always have some available. These vests look very smart and come up particularly well on Sky Racing promoting SA Racing so with that in mind the long parade coats have been phased out of action with participants required to have a black or navy jumper available to be worn under the vests. CHARLES R. SWINDOLL Pastor 34 Kennel Capers EDITION 58

35 CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISE IN KENNEL CAPERS ADVERTISING RATES Full Page - $ 50/Month Half Page - $ 25/Month Classifed Ad - $ 10/Month 92mm x 60mm SA REARING CALOMBA Current vacancies for rearing and pre-training Meat & kibble diet 100m exercise yards Limited kennel spaces at the moment For fees and further information please contact: Leanne on or Paul on ADOPT A GREYHOUND SHIRTS GAP has new Adopt a Greyhound T-Shirts available! They are 100% cotton and cost $22 each. Purchase from the GAP office, or online at youmesixweeks.com.au. ANGLE PARK VET SURGERY OPEN EVERY TUESDAY The Vet Surgery is open on Tuesday s from 10am right through until the completion of the trials. Dr Greg Moore, whom also works out of the Blakes Crossing Veterinary Surgery during the remainder of the week, will be available oncourse every Tuesday to provide this service to the Industry. To assist with the planning of his day it would be appreciated if you could contact Greg via at gregmoore.vet@hotmail. com, sms or leave a message on so that he can organise his appointments. All requests for appointments will be responded to within 24 hours. Should you be attending the Vet Surgery on a hot day you will have access to the Surgery via the electric gate adjacent to McQueens, it will be necessary for you to press the intercom button and advise the staff member that you require access to the Vet Surgery. ADVERTISING TERMS AND CONDITIONS We will be happy to negotiate a price for people wishing to run adverts for an extended period. If we have not received the prescribed fee then the advertisements will be held over until we receive payment. When advertising in Kennel Capers be mindful that once the booking time frame has expired the advertisement will be removed. If you wish to continue please contact Caralyn Fielden at GRSA. Black caps now available from GRSA Along with the white caps GRSA has now approved that black caps can be worn by participants. Both black and white caps with GRSA logos are available from GRSA at a cost of $10. Kennel Capers edition05535

36 SCHEDULE OF FEES FROM JANUARY FEE GST inc. Registration as Owner No Fee Registration as Attendant (15-16 years) $10.00 Yes Registration as Owner / Attendant $20.00 Yes Registration as Tier 3 Trainer $30.00 Yes Registration as Tier 2 Trainer $40.00 Yes Registration as Tier 1 Trainer $50.00 Yes Registration as Breeder $25.00 Yes Notice of Service No Fee Registration of Litter No Fee Transfer of Ownership $20.00 Yes Lease Agreement $20.00 Yes Syndicate Application No Fee Application to Name (SA) No Fee Duplicate Greyhound Card $15.00 Yes Duplicate Licence Card $15.00 Yes Duplicate Weight Card $15.00 Yes Duplicate Naming Form $15.00 Yes DNA Fees - (Apply through GA - $180 rebate in SA) $ Yes Stud Dog Registration (Apply through GA - $775 rebate in SA) $1, Yes Rule Book Free June Whyte Training Book Free Stud Book (apply through GA) $80.00 Yes Kennel Capers Subscription (Annual) $50.00 Yes Right of Review Appeal Application ($150 Non-refundable) $ Yes Appeal Fee ($150 Non-refundable) $ No and Gawler DVD - Full Meeting (DVD $4.00 extra) $33.00 Yes and Gawler DVD - One Race (DVD $4.00 extra) $20.00 Yes AGRC Member - One Race (DVD $4.00 extra) $12.00 Yes Club Member - One Race (DVD $4.00 extra) $13.00 Yes TRIAL FEES Singles, and Handslips $7.00 Yes Qualifying, Proven, Unproven, Satisfactory & Field $7.00 Yes Full Fields of 4 $14.00 Yes Single with 2 dogs together $10.00 Yes Note: Club Members receive a $1 discount & AGRC Members receive a $2 discount off trials Gawler Qualifying, Proven, Unproven, Satisfactory & Field $7.00 Yes Singles, and Handslips $7.00 Yes Single with 2 dogs together $10.00 Yes Gawler Thursday Singles $7.00 Yes Single with 2 dogs together $10.00 Yes Note: Gawler Members receive a $1 discount off all trials RACE BOOKS $3.00 Yes Gawler $3.00 Yes

37 January 18 Amended 14/12/17 GRSA DATE TRACK FEATURES /HEATS MAIDEN JUV-1/1/16 Or as listed 17-Jan-18 Wednesday 18-Jan-18 Thursday 19-Jan-18 Friday 21-Jan-18 Sunday 22-Jan-18 Monday 23-Jan-18 Tuesday 24-Jan-18 Wednesday 25-Jan-18 Thursday 26-Jan-18 Friday 27-Jan-18 Saturday 28-Jan-18 Sunday 29-Jan-18 Monday 30-Jan-18 Tuesday 31-Jan-18 Wednesday Gawler (Night-TAB) City A Strathalbyn Gawler (Night-TAB) Mt Gambier (Night-TAB) City B Gawler Prov1 (TG) (Night-TAB) City A Mt Gambier Port Augusta Twilight Country Mt Gambier (TG) Gawler (Night-TAB) (Night-TAB) City B Gawler Prov1 $900 Grade 6 531m $990 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 643m $22,000 SA Sprint Championship Final (Listed Event) 515m (Special conditions. Heats 11/1/18) $3,190 Heats John Gray Grade 5 515m ($9,290 Final 25/1/18) $2,445 Grade 6 515m (For greyhounds who have won 1 race or Maiden Heat and Final) $820 Heat Princess of Strathalbyn Feature 416m (Bitches only Non Penalty. Special Event. First 4 in final against Princes on 2/2/18) $820 Heat Prince of Strathalbyn Feature 416m (Dogs only Non Penalty. Special Event. First 4 in final against Princesses on 2/2/18) $860 Heats Restricted Wins Series 319m (Restricted to greyhounds 1 4 wins only. Non Penalty. No faster than G5. Final 2/2/18) $900 Maiden/Grade 6 536m *Beat The Grader with Monday 15/1/18* $945 Grade 6 Final 531m (Heats 14/1/18) $860 Heats Grade 5 400m (Final 28/1/17) $785 Juv/Maiden 400m (Maidens only of Juvenile age) $945 Maiden/Grade 6 600m $1,035 Mixed 4/5 600m $1,640 Heats Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 600m (Final Mon 29/1/18) $1,355 Heats Open Maiden 515m (Final 29/1/18) $1,445 Grade 6 Bitches Only 515m $1,990 Free For All 531m (Non Penalty) $1,400 Grade 5 Bitches Only 400m Timed Graded Meeting - Worst to Best rating. Greyhounds will be graded into three categories. Maidens, 1-4 wins and 5 or more wins. Specific grades of greyhounds are not considered except for Maidens. Races Non-Penalty with Pathway Prizemoney. Reserves will be determined by the Grader. There will be No Guarding. Please refer to Time Based Grading published conditions. $9,290 Final John Gray Grade 5 515m (Heats 18/1/18) $2,445 Juvenile 515m $3,490 Grade 5 Bitches 600m *Australia Day Meeting* $1,025 Australia Day Best 8 400m $1,130 Australia Day Best 8 512m $1,175 Australia Day Best 8 600m $1,535 Back To Distance Racing 732m (Mixed N/P. $860,250,125,unplaced $60). GR.6 GR.5 OTHER NOMS CLOSE (Feat.) (Feat.) Fri-12-Jan (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) FFA-731m $4,990 Mon-15-Jan (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) SA Owned Grade 5 515m $1,640 SA Bred Gr.5 400m - $1,500 (Feat.) Mon-15-Jan Tues-16-Jan Tues-16-Jan (Feat.) Mix 6/5-731m $2,120 Wed-17-Jan (Feat.) Mix 6/5 643m $1,640 (N/P) Thurs-18-Jan Fri-19-Jan (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) FFA-731m $4,990 Mon-22-Jan $870 Australia Day Open Feature 447m ($600 Cup & Rug-$150-$120) (Feat.) Timed Graded Meeting - Worst to Best rating. No High Grade (Grade 4 or higher will not be considered), Grades will be Maiden, Grade 6 and Grade 5 over any distance. Races Non-Penalty with Pathway Prizemoney. Races - Timed Graded going from Maidens to Grade 5 s. Each grade will be graded separately. Reserves will be determined by the Grader taking into account the suitability for the fields drawn. There will be No Guarding. Please refer to Time Based Grading published conditions. Includes Restricted wins 600m (0-4 wins only, Non Penalty. No higher than G5) $1,120 Grade 5 Mt Gambier Masters (N/P) 400m (For greyhounds 4 years old and over only) *Beat The Grader with Friday 26/01/18. (Remainder of program subject to nominations received) $990 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 643m $1,025 Grade 5 Final 400m (Heats 21/10/17) PATHWAY RACES Flattened Stakes (All eligible greyhounds will be considered for some races. Trainers must advise No Pathway if they do not want to be considered) $1,445 Juvenile 515m $2,120 Novice Final (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5.) 600m (Heats 22/1/18) $1,540 Open Maiden Final 515m (Heats 22/1/17) $1,540 Grade 5 Bitches Only 515m $1,810 Open 400 metres (Grade 5 greyhounds must nominate for this event) $1,445 Grade 6 531m (For greyhounds who have won 1 race or Maiden Heat and Final) $1,130 Heats SA St. Leger 515m (For greyhounds whelped on or after 1/7/15. Unraced maidens are ineligible. Special Event No penalties or awards apply; Semis 8/2/18, $9,290 Final 15/2/18) $945 Maiden/Grade 6 600m (Feat.) (Feat.) SA Bred -Gr.6-515m $1,545 (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) Mon-22-Jan Tues-23-Jan Tues-23-Jan Tues-23-Jan (Feat.) (Feat.) Mix -731m $2,120 Wed-24-Jan SA Owned Gr.5 400m - $1,500 (Feat.) Grade 5-643m $1,640 Thur-25-Jan (Feat.) (Feat.) Thur-25-Jan

38 ALL TRACKS CALENDAR February 2018 GRSA DATE TRACK FEATURES /HEATS MAIDEN 1-Feb-18 Thursday 2-Feb-18 Friday 4-Feb-18 Sunday 5-Feb-18 Monday 6-Feb-18 Tuesday 7-Feb-18 Wednesday 8-Feb-18 Thursday 9-Feb-18 Friday 11-Feb-18 Sunday 12-Feb-18 Monday 13-Feb-18 Tuesday 14-Feb-18 Wednesday (Night-TAB) City A Strathalbyn (Day - TAB) Mt Gambier Gawler (Night-TAB) (Night-TAB) City B Gawler Prov1 (Night-TAB) City A Mt Gambier (TG) Mt Gambier Gawler (Night-TAB) (Night-TAB) City B Gawler Prov1 JUV-1/2/16 Or as listed $4,590 Bitches Only - FFA 515m $2,645 SA Owned Grade 6 515m $1,025 Prince v Princess Final 416m (Bitches & Dogs which qualified in heats at Strathalbyn on 19/1/18. Non Penalty. Special Event) $1,025 Restricted Wins Series Final 319m (Restricted to greyhounds 1 4 wins only. Non Penalty. No faster than G5. Heats 19/1/18) $820 Heats Grade 6 319m (Final 16/2/18) $1,025 Heats Southern Sprinters Challenge 319m (Final 16/2/18) $990 Grade 5 Bitches Only 600m $1,035 Mixed 4/5 600m $1,175 Mixed 732m (Non Penalty) $785 Heats Winning Formula Maiden 400m (Final 11/2/18) PATHWAY RACES Flattened Stakes (All eligible greyhounds will be considered for some races. Trainers must advise No Pathway if they do not want to be considered) $1,445 Heats Grade 6 515m (Final 12/2/18) $1,640 Grade 5 Bitches 600m $1,355 Open Maiden Stake 515m $1,400 Grade 5 Bitches Only 400m $1,810 Free For All 400m (Grade 5 greyhounds must nominate for this event) $1,540 Heats Grade 5 531m (Final 13/2/18) $900 Grade 6 515m $990 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 600m $1,025 Mixed Masters Stake - 388m (For greyhounds 3¾yo or over at time of nom - must have raced previous 6 months or qualy trialled in that time. 4yo and higher will have preference. All grades eligible. N/P) (Preference to 388m as nominations allow) $4,590 Semi Finals SA St. Leger 515m (For greyhounds whelped on or after 1/7/15. Heats 31/1/18, $9,290 Final 15/2/18) $2,445 Grade 6 515m (For greyhounds who have won 1 race or Maiden Heat and Final) Timed Graded Meeting - Worst to Best rating. No High Grade (Grade 4 or higher will not be considered), Grades will be Maiden, Grade 6 and Grade 5 over any distance. Races Non- Penalty with Pathway Prizemoney. Races - Timed Graded going from Maidens to Grade 5 s. Each grade will be graded separately. Reserves will be determined by the Grader taking into account the suitability for the fields drawn. There will be No Guarding. Please refer to Time Based Grading published conditions. All distances including 600m 0-3 wins and Mt Gambier Masters (4yo and older, 400m Grade 5 with Pathway prizemoney) $1,130 Heats Peter Rocket Summer Classic Feature 512m (Special Event for dogs and bitches whelped on or after 1/1/2016. If insufficient nominations for 2 or more heats a one-off final will be run on Sunday 18/2/18 with preference to original nominations. $3,000 Final 18/2/18) $945 Heats Metal Worx Grade 5 Feature 512m ($2,100 Final 18/2/18) $1,035 Mixed 4/5 600m *Beat The Grader with Friday 9/02/18. If gaining a start Friday 9/02/18 you will be selected at the end for Sunday 11/02/18) (Remainder of program subject to nominations received) $860 Winning Formula Maiden Final 400m (Heats 4/2/18) $820 Grade 6 Bitches 400m $990 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 643m $1,540 Grade 6 Final 515m (Heats 5/2/18) $1,355 Open Maiden Stake 515m $1,355 Juvenile/ Maiden Stake 515m (Maidens only of Juvenile age) PATHWAY RACES Flattened Stakes (All eligible greyhounds will be considered for some races. Trainers must advise No Pathway if they do not want to be considered) $1,990 Grade 5 Final 531m (Heats 6/2/18) $1,640 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 643m $945 Maiden/Grade 6 600m $900 Grade 6 515m (Preference to 388m as nominations allow) GR.6 GR.5 OTHER (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) Mixed-600m $3,775 (Feat.) (Feat.) NOMS CLOSE FFA-731m $4,990 Mon-29-Jan Mon-29-Jan Tues-30-Jan (Feat.) $990 Mix 6/5 (N/P) 643m Tues-30-Jan (Feat.) Juvenile - 515m $1,445 (Feat.) SA Bred Grade 5 515m $1,640 SA Owned Gr.6 400m $1,415 (Feat.) Mix 6/5-731m $2,120 Wed-31-Jan (Feat.) (Feat.) Grade 5 643m $1,640 Thurs-1-Feb (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) SA Bred Gr.5 515m - $3,390 Fri-2-Feb (Feat.) FFA-731m $4,990 Mon-5-Feb (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) SA Bred Grade 6 515m $1,545 SA Owned Grade 5 400m $1,500 Grade 5-600m $1,640 (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) MIx 731m $2,120 Mon-5-Feb Tues-6-Feb Tues-6-Feb Wed-7-Feb Thurs-8-Feb Fri-9-Feb

39 February 2018 GRSA DATE TRACK FEATURES /HEATS MAIDEN 15-Feb-18 Thursday 16-Feb-18 Friday 18-Feb-18 Sunday 19-Feb-18 Monday (Night-TAB) City A Strathalbyn Gawler (Night-TAB) (TG) Mt Gambier (Night-TAB) City B $9,290 SA St. Leger Final 515m (For greyhounds whelped on or after 1/7/15. Heats 31/1/18, Semis 8/2/18) $4,590 Master s Mixed 515m (For greyhounds 3¾yo or over at time of nom - must have raced previous 6 months or qualy trialled in that time. All grades eligible. N/P) $860 Grade 6 Final 319m (Heats 2/2/18) $1,025 Southern Sprinters Challenge Final 319m (Heats 2/2/18) $860 Heats Grade 5 416m (Final 2/3/18) Timed Graded Meeting - Worst to Best rating. Greyhounds will be graded into three categories. Maidens, 1-4 wins and 5 or more wins. Specific grades of greyhounds are not considered except for Maidens. Races Non-Penalty with Pathway Prizemoney. Reserves will be determined by the Grader. There will be No Guarding. Please refer to Time Based Grading published conditions. $945 Maiden/Grade 6 643m $3,000 Peter Rocket Summer Classic Feature Final 512m (Special Event. Conditions apply. Heats 11/2/18) $2,100 Metal Worx Feature Grade 5 Final 512m (Heats 11/2/18) $1,035 Mixed 4/5 600m $1,235 Back To Distance Racing 732m (Mixed N/P. $860, $250, $125, unplaced $60). $1,445 Heats Grade 6 515m (For greyhounds who have won up to 4 races.final 26/2/18) $1,355 Heats Open Maiden 515m (Final 26/2/18) JUV-1/2/16 Or as listed GR.6 GR.5 OTHER SA Owned Gr.5 515m $3,390 (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) NOMS CLOSE (Feat.) FFA-731m $4,990 Mon-12-Feb (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) Mix 4/5-600m $1,750 FFA-731m $2,120 Mon-12-Feb Tues-13-Feb Tues-13-Feb Wed-14-Feb 20-Feb-18 Tuesday 21-Feb-18 Wednesday 22-Feb-18 Thursday 23-Feb-18 Friday 24-Feb-18 Saturday 25-Feb-18 Sunday 26-Feb-18 Monday 27-Feb-18 Tuesday 28-Feb-18 Wednesday Gawler Prov1 (Night-TAB) City A Mt Gambier (TG) Pt Augusta (Twilight Non TAB) Country Mt Gambier Gawler (Night-TAB) (Night-TAB) City B Gawler Prov1 (TG) $1,540 Maiden/G6 643m (Maidens must have raced or qualified over 500m or further) $1,810 Master s Mixed 400m (For greyhounds 3¾yo or over at time of nom - must have raced previous 6 months or qualy trialled in that time. All grades eligible. N/P) $1,355 Open Maiden Stake 531m $1,130 Heats 2018 Launching Pad 515m (1-4 wins with no more than 28 starts. Non Penalty. $4,590 N/P Final Thursday 1/3/18. Winner of final qualifies for $410,000 Launching Pad series at Sandown with Heats 15/3/18, Semis 22/3/18, $150,000 to the winner Final 29/3/18) $785 Heats Winning Formula Maiden 388m (Final 28/2/18) $990 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 600m (Feat.) Juvenile 400m $1,315 $3,190 Grade 5 Bitches Only 515m Juvenile 515m - 2,445 Timed Graded Meeting - Worst to Best rating. No High Grade (Grade 4 or higher will not be considered), Grades will be Maiden, Grade 6 and Grade 5 over any distance. Races Non- Penalty with Pathway Prizemoney. Races - Timed Graded going from Maidens to Grade 5 s. Each grade will be graded separately. Reserves will be determined by the Grader taking into account the suitability for the fields drawn. There will be No Guarding. Please refer to Time Based Grading published conditions. All distances including 600m 0-4 wins and Mt Gambier Masters SA Bred Grade 5 400m $1,500 (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) SA Bred Grade 6 515m $2,645 (Feat.) $3,775 Mixed 600m (Feat.) (Feat.) (4yo and older, 400m Grade 5 with Pathway prizemoney) $870 TabRadio Mixed Feature 447m (Feat.) $1,035 Mixed 4/5 600m *Beat The Grader with Friday 23/02/18. If gaining a start Friday 23/02/18 you will be selected at the end for Sunday 25/02/18) (Remainder of program subject to nominations received) $820 Grade 6 400m (For greyhounds who have won 1 race or Maiden Heat and Final) $990 Novice (0-4 wins. N/P. No higher than G5) 643m $785 Juv/Maiden 400m (Maidens only of Juvenile age) $1,540 Heats Grade 5 515m (Final Monday (5/3/18) $1,540 Grade 6 Final 515m (For greyhounds who have won up to 4 races. Heats 19/2/18) $1,540 Open Maiden Final 515m (Heats 19/2/18) $1,445 Grade 6 531m $1,540 Maiden/Grade 6 643m Timed Graded Meeting - Worst to Best rating. Greyhounds will be graded into three categories. Maidens, 1-4 wins and 5 or more wins. Specific grades of greyhounds are not considered except for Maidens. Races Non-Penalty with Pathway Prizemoney. Reserves will be determined by the Grader. There will be No Guarding. Please refer to Time Based Grading published conditions. $860 Winning Formula Maiden Final 388m (Heats 21/2/18) (Feat.) Juvenile 515m $1,445 (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) (Feat.) Mix 3/4/5-600m $1,750 (Feat.) (Feat.) Thurs-15-Feb Fri-16-Feb FFA-731m $4,990 Mon-19-Feb Mon-19-Feb Tues-20-Feb Tues-20-Feb Tues-20-Feb Mix -731m $2,120 Wed-21-Feb Thurs-22-Feb Fri-23-Feb

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