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$250,000 TO THE WINNER 520m (Group 1) Heats: Saturday, March 17, 2018 Semi-Finals: Saturday, March 24, 2018 Eligibility: The event is open to the best 80 greyhounds nominated plus reserves. Special order of entry conditions applies. Special event condition apply (separate document) Nominations Close: Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 12noon with GRNSW. Prizemoney: Heat: 1st $5,800. 2nd $1,785. 3rd $1,335. Semi-Final: 1st $10,000. 2nd $2,500. 3rd $1,800. Final: 1st $250,000. 2nd $54,000. 3rd $33,800. Unp $1,500. All nominations must be submitted to GRNSW by either: 2 Phone: 1300 664 565 Fax: (02) 8580 5301 2018 Series Events Mon-Fri 8-9am www.thedogs.com.au
A. The event is open to the best 80 greyhounds nominated plus reserves. The following Order of Entry shall apply: 1. Winners of the following Group events will be granted priority entry into the Golden Easter Egg if nominated and eligible to race: Year Track Event Distance Group 2017 MGRA The Meadows Maturity Classic 525m 1 2017 BGRC Albion Park National Sprint Championship 520m 1 2017 Dapto GRC Megastar 520m 1 2017 The Gardens Black Top 515m 2 2017 NSW GBOTA Wentworth Park Bob Payne Spring Sprint 520m 2 2017 GRSA Angle Park Adelaide Cup 515m 1 2017 NSW GBOTA Lismore Lismore Cup 520m 2 2017 MGRA The Meadows Topgun 525m 1 2017 NSW GBOTA Wentworth Park Vic Peters Classic 520m 1 2017 SGRC Sandown Park Melbourne Cup 515m 1 2017 BGRC Albion Park Brisbane Cup 520m 1 2017 HGRC Hobart Hobart Thousand 461m 1 2017 SGRC Sandown Park Laurels Classic 515m 2 2018 MGRA The Meadows Silver Chief Classic 525m 1 2018 Traralgon Traralgon Cup 513m 2 2018 Cranbourne Cranbourne Cup 520m 2 2018 NSW GBOTA Gosford Gosford Cup 515m 2 2018 NSW GBOTA Wentworth Park Paws Of Thunder 520m 1 2018 NSW GBOTA Wentworth Park National Futurity 520m 1 2018 NSW GBOTA Wentworth Park National Derby 520m 1 2018 GWA Cannington Perth Cup 520m 1 2018 Launceston Launceston Cup 515m 2 2018 MGRA The Meadows Australian Cup 525m 1 2018 MGRA The Meadows Temlee 525m 1 2018 NSW GBOTA Bulli Cyril Rowe Gold Cup 472m 2 2018 Richmond Richmond Derby 535m 2 2018 Richmond Richmond Oaks 535m 2 2. Greyhounds that are deemed by the GRNSW Grading Policy to be Grade 1 to 3 inclusive at Wentworth Park (520m Saturday night) at the time of nomination closing will be granted Priority Entry, if nominated and eligible to race. 3. Official winners of a Golden Easter Egg Prelude (including dead-heats) will be granted Priority Entry, if nominated and eligible to race. 4. Subject to Clause 5, the balance of the best 80 nominations will be determined by top down grading principle and the point score system as defined by the GRNSW Grading Policy. 5. Discretionary Powers 5a. A Selection Panel comprising two representatives of the NSW GBOTA and two representatives of GRNSW will review the form of the bottom 15 greyhounds qualifying for the best 80 under condition (4), that is, those ranked 66 to 80. 5b. If in the opinion of the Selection Panel, a greyhound outside the best 80, as determined by conditions (1) to (4), has superior race form under the elevation criteria to any of the greyhounds reviewed under condition 5a, then the said greyhound may be elevated into the best 80. 5c. In order to be elevated, the Selection Panel must be satisfied that the elevated greyhound has superior race form credentials under the following criteria: Number of wins at Category A tracks as defined by the GRNSW Grading Policy. Grade of greyhound at Category A tracks as defined by the GRNSW Grading Policy. Overall Group Race form from July 1, 2017 5d. The Selection Panel will not be bound to elevate any greyhound. It must not elevate any more than 15 greyhounds at its discretion. 6. Reserves will be determined by the Selection Panel, having regard for: Point Score under the GRNSW Grading Policy Number of wins at Category A tracks as defined by the GRNSW Grading Policy. Grade of greyhound at Category A tracks as defined by the GRNSW Grading Policy. Overall Group Race form from July 1, 2017 7. The decisions of the Selection Panel, including discretionary decisions, as to the composition of the heats, will be considered final. B. Greyhounds nominated for the Golden Easter Egg, which subsequently finish 3rd or 4th in the Semi-Finals will be automatically drawn in the The Ambrosoli, being the Golden Easter Egg consolation event. The two fastest 5th greyhounds in the Semi-Finals will be drawn as reserves for this event. 3
4 2018 Ladbrokes Golden Easter Egg Field Composition Details Heats The composition of the 10 heats of the Ladbrokes Golden Easter Egg will be determined by conditions of entry to seek Best 80. Greyhounds will then be ordered by pointscore system to seed the top 25%. No guarding will apply to the 25% that are seeded, balance of the fields will be determined by blind draw and guarded where possible. Semi-Finals Four semi-finals of the Ladbrokes Golden Easter Egg will be drawn and they will comprise the 10 heat winners, 10 heat second placegetters, 10 heat third placegetters and the fastest two fourths in the heats. The field composition of the semi-finals will be determined, firstly, by placings in heats and, secondly, times recorded in registering such placings. The formula used fairly seeds greyhounds into the semi-finals based on a combined consideration of the placings and times recorded by all greyhounds in the heats. No guarding applies in the semi-finals. Semi-final composition is determined solely on the basis of heat performance to a pre-set formula. Final The final will comprise the four semi-final winners and the four semi-final second placegetters. The fastest two semifinal third placegetters will be first and second reserves in the final. Preludes SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2018 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2018 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2018 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2018 SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2018 The Preludes will be conducted on the above dates, with up to two Preludes to be conducted on each date. The Preludes on each night are open to the best 16 greyhounds nominated plus reserves that are deemed by the GRNSW Grading Policy to be eligible for 4th or 5th Grade events at Wentworth Park Saturday meetings at the time of nominations closing. Greyhounds may compete in more than one Prelude but winners (including dead-heaters) of any Prelude are not eligible to contest further Preludes. Greyhounds winning a Prelude will be granted Priority Entry if nominated for the Heats of the. NOMINATIONS CLOSE Nominations close Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 9am with Saturday, February 3, 2018 Nominations close Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 9am with Saturday, February 10, 2018 Nominations close Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 9am with Saturday, February 17, 2018 Nominations close Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 9am with Saturday, February 24, 2018 Nominations close Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 9am with Saturday, March 3, 2018 2018 Series Events The Ambrosoli - 520m (Group 3) Eligibility: Greyhounds which were engaged in the Golden Easter Egg semi-finals and finished 3rd or 4th will be automatically drawn, with the two fastest 5th greyhounds to be drawn as reserves. Prizemoney: Final Prizemoney 1st $25,000 2nd $5,405. 3rd $3,378. Unp $100 Trainers Support The NSW GBOTA aims to make each participant s involvement in the Carnival as enjoyable as possible. In the event you need further information or assistance with information surrounding, trials, kennelling, travel or accommodation please contact our Racing team on (02) 8587 1202 Monday Friday. An upgrade of the Wentworth Park Trainer s Change Rooms was undertaken to provide improved facilities for all trainers, with particular concern for those travelling long distances. The change rooms include lockers, shower and toilet facilities and a sitting area. We encourage all travelling trainers to utilise this service, be it on arrival or prior to departure. Travel packs are available free of charge from the race night office and include Towel, Razor, Shampoo and Conditioner, Soap and Toothbrush. Please do not hesitate to speak with our staff. Key contacts: Wentworth Park Operations Manager Ellen Harris M: 0403 802 022 E: ellen@gbota.com.au Wentworth Park Racing Manager Peter Cole P: (02) 8587 1202 M: 0418 603 099 E: wentworthpark@gbota.com.au Trials Wentworth Park trials every Tuesday evening Bookings are made via trialbooker.com or by contacting head office. Standard trials are also conducted after the last race at Wednesday Race Meetings. Standard trials are also available to trainers following the last race at Saturday night Race Meetings, provided the trainer has other greyhounds engaged at the said Race Meeting. Wentworth Park has changed its finish on trials. A synthetic skin only option is also available at $16 per trial for finish ons, participants are permitted to bring their own teaser, which must be synthetic only and checked by the trial supervisor prior to attachment by NSW GBOTA staff. Trials into the pen are $13 each trial (multiple dogs are permitted). Contact: NSW GBOTA Head Office on (02) 8587 1202 to book finish on trials.
Message from LADBROKES Ladbrokes is once again thrilled to be the naming sponsor of the 2018 Golden Easter Egg Carnival, continuing its association with the NSW Greyhound Breeders, Owners and Trainers Association further solidifying the partnership as the leading one of its kind between a corporate bookmaker and race club. Our association with the NSW GBOTA has already ensured that an additional $350,000 has been returned to participants through the Ladbrokes Monthly Medal, a unique initiative well into its second year and above the company s sponsorship and signage arrangements. Ladbrokes is continually developing innovative wagering promotions for participants and punters alike, offering cutting edge accessibility and usage convenience to our account holders. On behalf of all at Ladbrokes, we wish all 2018 Carnival competitors the very best of luck. JASON KIBSGAARD Ladbrokes Chief Marketing Officer Message from the NSW GBOTA The is one of the greatest championships within the Australian greyhound racing landscape. Its three week structure continues to ensure that all runners have the fairest opportunity to progress to the final and only the truest of champions are ultimately successful. Ladbrokes are on board as naming partners for their third year. The ongoing support provided by Ladbrokes is unprecedented in the greyhound industry, with their sponsorship stretching to more venues in NSW than any other. This support has ensured that the NSW GBOTA has been able to retain the best possible prizemoney returns to participants. Away from the track, Ladbrokes remain innovators in the wagering market. Their ongoing promotions across a range of NSW GBOTA feature events continues to ensure that punters receive the best possible returns. We again thank the Ladbrokes team for their support. In 2017 we have reviewed the range of events and criteria. This review has resulted in modifications to the Ladbrokes Magic Maiden performance trial opportunities. The 2018 open session will be conducted on 22nd February, with further opportunities to follow on Wednesday race nights, see details on page 7. Participants are encouraged to review the Trainers Guide thoroughly and understand all of the methods of qualification for each series. Our Operations Manager, Ellen Harris and Wentworth Park Racing Manager Peter Cole are available to answer questions and assist where they can. Interstate trainers are also encouraged to ensure their respective GRNSW prizemoney split forms are completed and lodged prior to the series commencing. Again, please speak to our team if you have any questions. On behalf of the Directors of the NSW GBOTA and supporters of the Carnival, we wish all competitors the very best of luck and safe racing. BRENTON SCOTT Executive Officer 5
2017 Association Cup; winner Trip To Eden 2017 New Sensation; winner Chevy King 6 Association Cup - 720m (Group 1) Heats: Saturday, March 24, 2018 Eligibility: Nominations Close: Open to the best 32 greyhounds nominated plus reserves. Priority Entry will be granted to greyhounds that have won a Group 1 or Group 2 event, of not less than 595m, in the 12 months immediately prior to close of nominations. Balance of fields for heats will be determined by top down grading based on the GRNSW Grading Policy. Where less than 32 nominations are received the NSW GBOTA and GRNSW reserve the right to determine the number of heats conducted. Greyhounds will then be ordered by pointscore system to seed the top 25%. No guarding will apply to the 25% that are seeded, balance of the fields will be determined by blind draw and guarded where possible. Tuesday, March 20, 2018 with GRNSW at 9am Prizemoney: Heat: 1st $6,200. 2nd $1,900. 3rd $1,430. Final: 1st $75,000. 2nd $16,216. 3rd $10,135. Unp $500 2018 Series Events New Sensation 520m (Group 3) Heats: Wednesday, March 21, 2018 Eligibility: The event is open to the best 40 greyhounds nominated plus reserves. Open to greyhounds that are 27 months of age, whelped on or after 17/11/15, and have won no more than 10 races from no more than 20 race starts at the time of nomination closing. Greyhounds with one win are eligible. Maidens are ineligible. Greyhounds will first graded using GRNSW Grading Policy and then be ordered by pointscore system to seed the top 25%. No guarding will apply to the 25% that are seeded, balance of the fields will be determined by blind draw and guarded where possible Where less than 40 nominations are received the NSW GBOTA and GRNSW reserve the right to determine the number of heats conducted. Nominations Close: Friday, March 16, 2018 at 12noon with GRNSW. Prizemoney: Heat: 1st $3,000. 2nd $920. 3rd $690. Final: 1st $25,000. 2nd $5,405. 3rd $3,378. Unp $100
Ladbrokes Magic Maiden - 520m (Group 3) PERFORMANCE TRIALS Tuesday, February 20, 2018 (Unlimited 520m Four Dog Trials) Wednesday, February 21, 2018 (2 x 520m Four Dog Trials) Wednesday, February 28, 2018 (2 x 520m Four Dog Trials) Wednesday, March 7, 2018 (2 x 520m Four Dog Trials) Heats: Wednesday, March 14, 2018 Semi-Finals: Wednesday, March 21, 2018 Eligibility: Open to 88 maiden greyhounds plus reserves. Where less than 88 nominations are received the NSW GBOTA and GRNSW reserve the right to determine the number of heats conducted. To be eligible nominated greyhounds must have contested and passed a GRNSW sanctioned Performance Trial or an official race, in line with GRNSW Grading Policy conditions. No individual greyhound will be permitted to run in more than one Performance Trial conducted at Wentworth Park between Wednesday, February 21 and Wednesday, March 7, 2018, and shall be limited to greyhounds which are contesting their first Performance Trial or have not successfully passed a Performance Trial at Wentworth Park. Preferences will be applied as per GRNSW Grading Policy. The order of entry for greyhounds nominated for the heats, and eligible to race, will be as follows: i. Winners of stipulated Wentworth Park 520m Performance Trials. ii. Greyhounds placed in two (2) of their last three (3) race starts; iii. Greyhounds placed in one (1) of their last three (3) race starts; Nominations Close: iv. First start greyhounds having satisfactorily competed in a Performance Trial at Wentworth Park as determined by the GRNSW Weighted Points Score Table; v. First start greyhounds having satisfactorily competed in a Performance Trial at any track as determined by the GRNSW Weighted Points Score Table; vi. Greyhounds unplaced after having one (1) race start; vii. Greyhounds unplaced as determined by the GRNSW Weighted Point Score Table. Heat field composition will be determined by blind draw. Greyhounds trained and or owned by the same interest will be guarded where possible. The field composition of the semifinals will be determined, firstly, by placings in heats and, secondly, times recorded in registering such placings. The formula used fairly seeds greyhounds into the semifinals based on a combined consideration of the placings and times recorded by all greyhounds in the heats. No guarding applies in the semi-finals. Semi-final composition is determined solely on the basis of heat performance to a pre-set formula. Friday, March 9, 2018 with GRNSW at 12 noon Prizemoney: Heat: 1st $2,500. 2nd $760. 3rd $580. Semi-Final: 1st $4,800. 2nd $1,480. 3rd $1,100. Final: 1st $25,000. 2nd $5,405. 3rd $3,378. Unp $100 Ultra Sense 520m (Listed) Heats: Saturday, March 24, 2018 Eligibility: Open to 4/5th grade greyhounds, as determined by GRNSW Grading Policy. Greyhounds will then be ordered by pointscore system to seed the top 25%. No guarding will apply to the 25% that are seeded, balance of the fields will be determined by blind draw and guarded where possible. Number of heats conducted as determined by nominations received. Nominations Close: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 with GRNSW at 9am Prizemoney: Heat: 1st $5,300. 2nd $1,640. 3rd $1,220. Final: 1st $15,000 2nd $3,243. 3rd $2,207. Unp $100 2017 Ladbrokes Magic Maiden; winner Blitzing Lass 7
FEB CARNIVAL CALENDAR KEY DATES Trainers Parade, live entertainment and more! Saturday, February 3 Preludes commence Tuesday, February 20 Performance Trials Session MAR Thursday, March 8 nominations close at 12noon plus 720m Best 8 nominations close for March 17 event Friday, March 9 Ladbrokes Magic Maiden nominations close at 12noon Monday, March 12 Box draw for Ladbrokes Golden Easter Egg issued including 720m Best 8 Wednesday, March 14 Ladbrokes Magic Maiden Heats 8 2018 Series Events Saturday, March 17 Heats Wednesday, March 21 Ladbrokes Magic Maiden Semis New Sensation Heats Saturday, March 24 Semis Association Cup Heats Ultra Sense Heats FINAL Saturday, March 31 Final Night Association Cup The Ambrosoli Ladbrokes Magic Maiden New Sensation Ultra Sense