November'06 - Greyhounds Queensland

JOURNALOfficial Publication of the Greyhound Racing Authority of QldNOVEMBER 2006 Volume 199Registered by Australia PostPublication No. QBP 3978So You Want to be aGreyhoundTrainerGet your copy of the newgreyhound training bookJust $22 at the GRABig Steve McGrathcelebrates 20 yearsat the GRAStory Page 13Kibble and BiscuitsAvailable now from your local stockistsThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 1

Chair: Phil BennettMembers: Kerry WatsonChris WilliamsDavid StittMANAGEMENTGeneral Manager Darren Beavisdbeavis@graq.org.auExecutive assistant Ordet Loweolowe@graq.org.auChairman of Stewards Danny Ryandryan@graq.org.auInvestigations Cameron McLunecmclune@graq.org.auGrading Panel Eddie Little,elittle@graq.org.auRegistrar Liz Murrayemurray@graq.org.auFinancial controller Abhendra Kumarakumar@graq.org.auHEAD OFFICEAlbion Park Raceway,Amy Street, Breakfast Creek(Office Hours Admin 8.30am to4.30pm Monday-Friday.Scratchings 7.30am)POSTAL ADDRESSPO Box 250, Albion, Q, 4010TELEPHONE(07) 3262 7800 (Office)(07) 3262 7809 (Fax)(07) 3862 4437 (Fax noms)1800 851155 (Phone Noms,Mon-Fri 7am-8.30am)Recorded Field Info 1900 95 7003Faxed Field Info 1902 26 1004E-mail address: graq@graq.org.auWeb address: www.graq.org.auEditor and AdvertisingDAVID BRASCHPO Box 93, NundahBrisbane, Qld, 4012.Ph: (07) 32666508E-mail: dbrasch@bigpond.net.auAdvertising RatesFull Page $583Half Page $302.50Quarter Page $170.50One-Eighth Page $99Classifieds $22/$44(All prices are GST inclusive)All casual adverts must bepaid for in advance.Advertisers Note: Notification ofcessation of advertising: The GRArequires one month prior notice, inwriting, if you wish to cease regularadvertising in the GRA’s BoardJournal. This is to be sent direct tothe Authority at PO Box 250,Albion, 4010. Failure to providethis will result in the advertiserbeing sent an account foradvertisements which appear in allsubsequent Journals.THE GRA advises that fees maynow be paid by EFTPOS,Bankcard, Visa and Mastercard.If you decide to pay byBankcard, Visa or Mastercard,you may do so by telephoning theAuthority on(07) 32627800.IT is pleasing to see the recent verypositive publicity the greyhoundindustry has received and the interestit has aroused with the general public.And it has come at little or no cost to theindustry.There have been three recent majorpromotions by Pepsi Max, Nova FM 106.9and Hamish and Andy of B105.They have all been very successful and Ihope the sponsors and promoters havereceived the response they sought.I thank them for their interest and lookforward to their continued interest in thefuture.Special thanks must also go to LukeGatehouse and his people at the BrisbaneClub who have bent over backwards to assistthe promoters and other parties such as theRove Live TV show to use their facilities inthe promotions they have undertaken.I would also like to thank the Club forarranging the Black Enforcer Queen of theCreek special race and the sponsors forsupporting the race.It created enormous interest among thegreyhound racing fraternity and was awonderful spectacle with the four greatbitches finishing within a length and a half ofeach other.To demonstrate the strength of theperformances, Miss Brook destroyed a topclass field in the Sir John Dillon Memorial atSandown and Quidame won the Sydney Cupat Wentworth Park since the Albion ParkFee$660Naturalmating orstud feeincludesprogesteronetesting andsurgicalinseminationby DrChristineKidd.Phil Bennettclash.It is amazing to see the turnaround in thestaying ranks in Queensland in the past 12Now aProven sire!Siring large litters.First pups winningPh (02) 66725183(Awesome Assassin-Highland Bride)Flying ScottGRA ChairThe Nova promotionat Albion Park was agreat success.months.Unfortunately themonetary success that suchpromotions have by way ofincreased turnover does notnecessarily flow through to theQueensland greyhound racing industrybecause of the unfair distribution formula.However, at a recent meeting ofQueensland Race Product Co Limited, I againWON 25Alb PkWenty PkSandownMeadowsIpswich Trk RecChaseSpeedStaminaCould win fromanywhere ... onany track!raised the inequitable treatment we receive.Queensland Racing Limited has agreed tolook at the position from their perspective attheir next board meeting in November.The annual report for the GRA will beavailable shortly.It has to be tabled in the QueenslandParliament before it can be released to thepublic.That normally occurs in early November.It is considered the result achieved for the2005-06 financial year was reasonable, giventhe effect the TVN/Sky Racing dispute hadon racing turnover.I thank the General Manager, DarrenBeavis, and the Financial Controller,Abhendra Kumar, for their efforts incontrolling expenditure throughout the year.Jan Wilson, Victorian Board chairperson,has pointed out the excellent animal welfarepolicy her Board has in place for greyhoundracing in that state.These policies are much needed withinour industry and we are very happy with theresponse we have had from the introductionof our own policy.John & GlendaDartContact either of usfor all your trainingrequirements.(02) 667253140432 252209The (November, 2006) Journal Page 2

Batistagets thejumpon hisrivalsPopular Albion Park track photographerCOREY PEARCE caught this graphic picof Batista hurdling a tap on the inside ofthe running rail during a recent race atheadquarters.The new stewards room at the straighttrack capital Capalaba is completed at longlast.During a recent appeal hearing,stewards were criticised for the lack offacilities available to stewards andlicensees during race meetings.Capalaba has never had a facility assuch and it will be a welcome change onrace days to conduct business.To the best of my knowledge there isno truth to the rumour that the Club willmoonlight the building as Chicka's BaitShop during the week.Let me straighten out what appearsconfusion surrounding kennel securityafter the completion of race meetings.All race clubs supply security for amaximum of 20 minutes after the last raceto allow greyhounds to be removed fromthe kennels.Staff will remain on duty as long asswab greyhounds remain in the swabkennels.The problem develops at clubs wheretrials are conducted after the race meetingis completed and trainers remain to trialgreyhounds or simply watch the trials.Clubs who are already under pressureto restrain their running costs cannot beexpected to pay staff while trainers sit upat the bar or stay to watch trials.So be aware, 20 minutes after the lastrace kennel staff will cease duty and thegreyhounds in the kennel block are yourresponsibility.Swab greyhounds will always havesecurity provided until the sample is taken.A recent incident in the catching penat Townsville would have been worthseeing.A greyhound declared hard to catchwas about to be collared by the twocatchers provided to do the job.One was a leading trainer in Townsvillefor many years, and his assistantTownsville’s leading “catcher”.The greyhounds entered the catchingarea after the race and the leading“catcher" was a little slow off the markDanny RyanRenzo Park ComplexNew!Chairman of Stewardsand received a little encouragement frombehind from the leading trainer.The leading “catcher” lost his footingand finished up on the ground among thedogs.Lucky the winner of the race wasn’t aswab dog as “they say” he licked the“catcher” on a number of occasions,wouldn’t have returned positive to alcohol,that’s for sure, perhaps football liniment.CoveringGrafton - CasinoAreastoGold CoastBrisbaneToowoombaChairman of the Board produced aclassic at the last Board Meeting.Follow this if you can.Things we know we knowThings we know we made upThings we forgot we made upThings we forgot we knewAs we know there are known knowsThere are things we know we knowWe also know there are knownunknownsThat is to say we know there are somethings we do not knowBut there are also unknown unknowns,the ones we don’t know you don’t knowThe more you know the more you don’tknow you don’t knowIt’s what you don’t know you don’tknow.As an extension of Renzo Park Rearing and Spelling Complex, we are now offeringa transport service for your valuable animals.RenzoParkPET TRANSPORT SERVICE* Pick-up Grafton Saturday (appointment only)* Leaving Casino sunday (early AM)* Returning Casino Sunday PM* Pick-up and Drop off along the way* Other trips available by arrangementInquiries & Bookings: Peter & Helen SimpsonPh: (02) 66335115 Mob: Peter 0438 792348 Helen 0428 302725The (November, 2006) Journal Page 3

Great GreyhoundRacing PromotionsThe past couple of months has certainlyseen some high profile promotions ofgreyhound racing in Queensland.Albion Park has been heavily involvedwith promotions with radio stations Nova106.9FM and B105FM and also the RoveLive television program.These promotions have brought a lot ofnewcomers to the track and shown our sportfor the great entertainment that it is.Nova 106.9Our Promotion with Nova 106.9 was agreat success during September, withgreyhound racing dominating discussion onthe station during the month.We saw an upturn in attendance ofyounger people during the month, manyphone and email enquiries and a significantlift in the hits on our web site.The Nova Promotion culminated onSeptember 29, where a lucky Nova listenerwon $20,000 cash. There was a bumper crowdin attendance with Nova promoting the eventheavily.B105On October 19, Albion Park hosted radiostation B105, when the greyhound FredBasset made his Brisbane appearance as partof a national racing tour by the greyhound.Fred is raced by Hamish Blake and AndyLee, the popular drive time hosts of theLukeTopline Lodgereplaced Ips boxes)Re-educationSuccessBLAZE ATTACK(24.86 fastest fromBARNACLE BOB(24.95 BON Ips,2005 Lord Mayor'sCup Alb Pk)PuppyeducationsuccessKATH'S A STAR(30.15 BONAlb Pk)DEEP PRINCE(24.64 BOD GC)TOP LINEROYAL(23.27 Alb Pk)DARK PRINCE(25.95 Ips)Gatehousenationally broadcast Hamish and Andy Show.Andy Lee recently won Cleo Bachelor ofthe Year 2006.As part of their radio show, Hamish Blakeused $800, which was orignally kept aside totake his girlfriend on a holiday, to put a beton Andy winning the ôglamour-questö. As aresult, Hamish won $12,000, which he puttowards buying a greyhound for the radioshow.They recently bought the greyhound fortheir listeners and named it Fred Basset.Hamish and Andy will be donating 50% oftheir entire winnings to the GreyhoundAdoption Program.Andy Lee was in attendance on October19 and was joined by the B105 Breakfast teamto meet fans and cheer on Fred.Fred was coming off a last placing theprevious week at Sandown, so the camp wasWild Voodoo(Go Wild Teddy x Voodoo Princess)17 wins, his first 8 straight. Sensational early paceBest Times: Albion Park 30.17, Ipswich 25.17 & 30.85,Lismore 30.17Fee: $440 (FREE SERVICE to first 10 bitches)Standing at ...Park Ridge Greyhound ComplexRenald and Martin Attard9 Randalls Rd, FernvalePh (07) 54267412or 0412 057287 or 0412 051211toplinelodge@bigpond.comhopeful but not confident. The track wasabuzz leading up to the appearance of Fredin Race Six.The noise from the crowd during the leadup races was deafening û but it was nothingcompared to the roar that went up when Fredcharged to the lead at the post the first time.In true fairytale fashion Fred chargedaway down the back straight with a winninglead. Scenes reminiscent of Flemington onCup Day followed as the victorious Fred wasled back to his adoring fans.Rove LiveIn another promotional event held onOctober 19, the Rove Live television programLot 35 Smith Rd, Park Ridge* Whelping * Rearing * Spelling * TrainingPh (07) 32000172. Mike 0411 326605. Rachel 0401 085757Good Box Dogs Win Races* 30 years experience* Specialising in break ins andre-education* Mini-circle (60mcircumference)* Soft, safe surface* Standard Racetrack boxes* Also special boxes developedto make dogs crouch* Only 10 racing dogsat a time* Pups catered for (from 7months) 12 maximum* Ask us about ourbreak-in programNick Simmons on his way in alap of the Albion Park track aspart of a "Rove Live"promotion in October.was at Albion Park to film a segment for theshow.Seven enterprising University studentsfrom the Gold Coast set up a web site calledhelpusrove.com in an attempt to fund theirend of Semester road trip.Rove came on board, but set the ladsseveral challenges to complete to receive theirreward. One of those challenges was that thelad known as ôGreyhoundö run a lap of agreyhound track during a race meeting.A couple of emails and a few phone callslater and we secured the Rove Live boys forAlbion Park. ôGreyhoundö completed thetask magnificently exiting from box eightlooking resplendent in his pink leotard, shoesand goggles.SKY ChannelBrisbane CupHeats of the Group 1 SKY ChannelBrisbane Cup will be held on 7 December,with the Final on 14 December. The serieswill be open to the Best Greyhoundsnominated. We are also bolstering the supportprogram on Final night, so that we have greatracing across the program.The support Races will be:* Brisbane Cup Consolation $4000 towinner* Heats Christmas Stocking (best 16 5thgrade greyhounds nominated) with the Finalon 21 December $3500 to winner* Catching Pen Best 8 710m* SKY Channel 20 Years Best 8 600m2006 Greyhound of The YearAwards NightThe 2006 Greyhound of the Year Awardswill be held at the Sofitel Brisbane onFebruary 3.We are planning a night of action andentertainment to recognise the achievementsof greyhounds and licencees across the State.2007 Sponsorship ProspectusAvailable NowThe Club has just released its 2007Sponsorship Prospectus. One of our mainaims in the coming year is to increaseSponsorship and Function income.We have developed a very professionalpackage that we can use to market the Clubto organisations, sporting clubs and socialclubs.The 2007 Sponsorship Prospectusprovides organisations and individuals withthree distinct Sponsorship Programs:* 2007 Feature Events Sponsorship* Queensland Greyhound of the YearAwards Sponsorship* Race Night Sponsorship and FunctionPackagesIf you would like a copy or can suggestan organisation that we can send a packageto please contact the Club Office or you candownload it from our web site.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 4

Rally toJulie Addams (right) at the golf day.Encounter KennelsBreaking In Complex(07) 54264338 or0427 264338Our track is an ULTRA-SAFEsurface. Box and Armre-education availableRICK FALL. Lot 13 Wotan Rd, Atkinson Dam Q 4311Julie'saidGREYHOUND racing has ralliedaround Julie Addams and her fight withcancer.A benefit golf day, held at EmeraldLakes on the Gold Coast recently, earned$20,000 for Julie and her family.Julie’s parents are well knowngreyhound identities Vicki and DonMcKinnon.The money will be spent to help Juliereceive much needed treatment in Victoria.Big winners on the day were Clint Wall,who won a night for two at the Gold CoastInternational, and Alicia Graham whowon four tickets to Seaworld.Top trainer Mick Zammit won acorporate box at a fight night on the Coast.“We had 144 golfers, and 200 peopleattended the dinner that night,” said VickiMcKinnon.“It was an overwhelming response andwe cannot thank enough all those peoplewho attended, and helped put on thiswonderful day.“Julie and Paul are so thankful.”Fran nominatedfor PremiersAwardFRAN Forbes has long been one of thoseunsung heroes in greyhound racing, mainlythrough her deeds with the AdoptionProgram.In fact, Fran's home is home to Clyde(Windermere Chief) who is rising 14, and wasthe second greyhound to be adopted throughthe GAP program in Queensland.But Fran recently achieved fame of herown.She received FIVE nominations for aPremier's Award for excellence.This was through the Commission forChildren, Young People and Child Guardians.RACERPerformance Food for Greyhounds* No Artificial Ingredients Added * No Artificial Colours* No Artificial Flavours * All Natural Antioxidant (Vitamin E)* Promotes a Healthy Skin & Coat * No Need for SupplementsTypical Analysis:Crude Protein 18.0%Crude Fat 8.0%Crude Fibre

FEE $1650Black Dog, June 2003, 36.5kgToken Prince-Miss Corleoneby Head HonchoBlack EnforcerYou couldtake himANYWHEREand watchhim fly!Albion Park 29.77(4th fastest EVER)Group 2 Qld Derby5 times under 30.00Wentworth Park 29.85Finalist Grp 1 Paws of ThunderGrp 1 Nat SprintThe Apap Team07 54621201Meadows 30.02Winning 2005Group 1 TOPGUNThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 6

Fee $2200Surf LorianBlue Brindle Dog, April 2002, 33.3kgs. Just The Best-Barrio Fiesta by West Cape.19 starts, 15 wins, 1 2nd, 1 3rd. Set or equalled four track records.ChampionBroodbitchMiss Corleonea recent mating toSurf LorianBrett Lee-Rossa AnticoWhelped 6-8-06Dogs $6000, Bitches $5000Rossa Antico (Bobniak-Flying Amy) 7 wins, Albion Park, Ipswich.A daughter of the Hall of Fame bitch Flying Amy. Litter sister toPrecious Amy (Qld Futurity finalist), Zippy Zena (WP 30.38, NatFuturity finalist).Rossa Antico’s litter sister Amy Grace, when mated to Brett Lee,produced Prang (Bendigo trk rec at first race start), and Gorillaz(Meadows winner).Brett Lee over a Bobniak bitch is the cross that producedHallucinate (multiple Group 1, now at stud), Crash and Where’sPedro.Surf Lorian-Shadow FoxWhelped 23-7-064 Dogs, 1 Bitch $1000 eachShadow Fox (Major Fox-Black Auriga) 15 wins, 10 at Albion Park(520m and 600m). Litter sister to McDeebee (Group 1 NZ winner,2nd Group 1 Nat Distance to Boomeroo, 2nd Group 2 Hume Cup)and Foxy Fonz (Group 3 Singleton Stayers Cup, 3rd Group 3 QldCup, winner Bberg Cup).Shadow Fox is a proven dam. Her first litter to Just The Best juststarting to race and already winning.The A Teamhas QualityPups For SaleSurf Lorian-Model AdeleWhelped 25-6-063 Dogs $1800 each.Model Adele (Bobniak-Little And Loud) 8 wins, Angle Park 29.86,runner-up in SA Oaks. Now proven dam of Worthy Flame (6 wins, 3at Albion Park, GC 21.27, Tweed 23.52), Deep Flame (Angle Park30.52) and the winners Model Lisa, Model Anne, Adele Me etc.Ph (07) 54621201 or 0422 887061The (November, 2006) Journal Page 7

THE time has come forgreyhound racing to vacateAlbion Park and relocate itsheadquarters to a stand alone site.The industry needs to take this courseto get out of what will be a costly andinequitable attempt to redevelop theAlbion Park site.The Greyhound Racing Authoritywould have the support of the vastmajority of the industry.It already has the backing of one ofthe complex's two major tenants, theBrisbane Club, which reluctantly went toAlbion Park in 1992 and has indicatedmore than once it wants out.Greyhound Racing does not need andshould not put up with the proposedredevelopment of Albion Park.Greyhound racing will be the biggestloser, once again, if it goes ahead againstthe industry's wishes.Obviously any need to redevelop thecurrent site would have to includeoptions for both greyhound and harnessracing to stay there with an addedincome stream, and under the new plansthis seems highly unlikely.The proposed gaming and licensedclub proposal by the harness industry ishardly likely to be the huge windfallhoped.So why should we leave, and what arethe alternatives?Any redevelopment of Albion Parkmust provide the two racing codes withmore than just a new racetrack.There is a huge need for an incomestream to fund the industries for manyyears to come.The suggested redevelopment ofAlbion Park, one that has the backing ofPups For Sale40 acre property provides ...* Spacious galloping paddockswith dams and shade* Quality feeding and wormingprogram* Pups taught to lead at anearly age and handledregularly* All pups kennelled beforebreaking in* Excellent facilities availablefor whelping littersZ ammit'sRearing andSpelling Farm'If you want yourpuppy to havegood nutrition,plenty ofgalloping andconstant care,take advantage ofyears ofexperience withinthe industry andgive it the beststart in life onour farm'GEORGEZAMMITFor any information, pedigrees, faxes, e-mails or photosContact George Zammit (07) 54266209Redevelop Albion Park andgreyhound racing will finish ...the harness industry (and why wouldn'tit considering the inequitable nature ofthe plans), would take a number of yearsto complete and will be in a number ofstages.Firstly the entire complex would needto be demolished.The site would then need fill to raiseit to an acceptable level for the futureconstruction of the facilities and theproposed residential and commercialpremises.The Albion Park site is 14 hectares.Under the proposal suggested for theredevelopment of the site, there will beabout four hectares left over after theneeds of the racing area are utilised.But the redevelopment estimationssay to build greyhound and harnessracetracks, kennels, stables, grandstandetc will probably exceed thisBut there is also the Racing ScienceCentre to contend with which is ownedby the Government and is slap bang inthe middle of the site.Greyhound racing, as 50-50 ownersof the Albion Park complex will be upfor HALF of any shortfall between theland sale and the building of the racingcomplex.Remember we said the shift to theback of Albion Park for the racingPupsForSale1 Dog7 BitchesWhelped1-10-06Price$2500 eachThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 8component of thecomplex wasinequitable ... well readon!Both greyhoundracing and harnessracing control bodieswill, as joint tenants atAlbion Park, have toshare in the buildingcosts.While thegrandstand,restaurants, officespace etc will beutilised by both codes,other costings areanything but fair.The greyhoundtrack is 459m incircumference andeight metres wide.Once again the planis to put it in INSIDEthe harness track.The harnessracetrack is 1000m incircumference andmore than 20m wide.The greyhound track will cost a lotless than the harness track to build andluminate.Horse stables take up much moreroom, and thus cost more than a block ofgreyhound kennels.Thus there will be cost disparitybetween the two racing codes.But because greyhound racing is ajoint tenant, it will be forced to payHALF the cost.Did we say the redevelopment wouldbe INEQUITABLE.That's not the half of it.Greyhound racing will be expected tomeet half the operating costs as it doesnow for just 30 percent of the benefits ofany proposed redevelopment at AlbionPark,.INEQUITABLE!If the redevelopment goes ahead,there are still the nagging issues of cotenancyto contend with ... just as there istoday.Catering, trialling (inequitable now),who will run the gaming and clubSire: Black EnforcerDam: Raven Poldar(Moral Standards-Raven Kelly)Raven Poldar (only bitch in litter). Dam ofPOLDARTHUNDER(Flying Amy Puppy Classic winner,Ipswich Cup finalist, reserve PeterMosman; Albion Pk 30.17, 35.00).Raven Kelly (731m trk rec Angle Pk, winner 1992Sydney Cup, 2nd 1991 Sydney Cup, winner InterstateChallenge, won in 4 states.) Raven Kelly's dam RearkRaven (Sandown winner, daughter of Roy Trease).Contact Richard (07) 38212138

Up The CreekBy Journal Editor DAVID BRASCHaspects of the complex etc etc, alreadythere are steps being taken by the AlbionPark Harness Racing club to grab thepoker machine rights.It is suggested greyhound racingwould need at least five hectares to buildits own, new home.So is this an alternative?Either the harness racing industry, ora developer, will be needed to buy outgreyhound racing's half share in theAlbion Park complex.It is believed the thoroughbredindustry is pushing for harness racing tomove to inside Doomben racecourse.Stabling is to be built for thethoroughbred population of Brisbane atEagle Farm and all trackwork will beshifted to that course, leaving Doombenfree, and largely unused.It is believed any sale of the 14hectares at Albion Park could belucrative and the half share of theproceeds would exceed the costs ofdeveloping a new greyhound complex.And could leave the greyhoundindustry with money in the bank, or inshares, or in an income producing asset... all the time reaping a princely harvestfor the industry.Greyhound racing could continue atAlbion Park under its present set-upwhile land is bought, and a new complexestablished.Greyhound racing under theproposed redevelopment of Albion Park,would cease for at least two years untilthe new tracks etc could be built.So what does appear the best scenariofor greyhound racing?Take a payout for Albion Park fromdevelopers and head to our owncomplex.Or stay, be part of an inequitableredevelopment, and have a possible debtwith little hope of getting out of the mirewe are now in?And be further "Up the Creek".Redevelopment problemsThe Albion Park complex has a longracing history.And a long history of problems.To be completely honest, it is a swamp,prone to flooding at high tides.Any buildings there need to be designedto ensure differential settlement does notoccur (as has occurred) and involveconsiderable building costs.Salt water seepage impacts oneverything.The whole area has a massivestormwater problems.The hills surrounding the site feed waterinto the site and drains cannot cope withtorrential rainfall.The site also does not have mainthoroughfare access which would restrictcommercial development.And residential development will havethe disadvantage of proximity to theracetrack, its lighting, sound and smells.No matter how acceptable of the racingcomplex these residents will initially be,how long will that last?Any redevelopment of Albion Parkneeds to produce an income stream forBOTH codes of racing.To suggest it will come from improvedpremises and viewing facilities is at bestwishful thinking.Poker machines may present someincome stream but they will hardly be thewindfall expected as the cost of machinelicenses is massive.It is hoped that this presents a case tobalance the recent articles that haveappeared in the Journal supporting theredevelop at all costs argument.THERMOPEUTICREVOLUTIONARY HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS ...SAFE, NATURAL, NON-TOXIC PAIN RELIEF ...THERMOPEUTIC'S GREYHOUND WRAPS, BOOTS & BLANKETS:100% money backguaranteeRelieve soreness and swelling Reduce muscle spasmsRelieve aches, sprains and other soft tissue injuriesReduce future injuriesIncrease circulationHelp mend injured and overused tendons and ligamentsRemove lactic acidPromote healing andregenerationBreak down fats and toxinsIncrease muscle strengthPrevent muscles from feeling overworkedIncrease energyImprove muscle tonePromote cellregenerationJeff Britton - trainer of Pacific SkyWinner 2004 G1 National Derby. 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ListentoKylaRichard Williams in his familiar roleas a harness driver.By DAVID BRASCHGreyhound PropertyJimboomba - 5 AcresLow set Brick home, 3-bedroom all built ins, office, fullyair-conditioned; 3-car garage, plus carport.Licensed Bessar Block kennels, air-conditioned, kitchenincluded; Whelping kennel; 4 dog runs; 300m straight track(fully irrigated); dam and bore.40 minutes to all tracks.$485,000Phone Ron or Margaret(07) 55469164 (No time wasters)Phone: (07) 54924317 Fax: (07) 5492 4317Mob: 0414 682 708 aimmad@bigpond.comPO Box 320 Golden Beach Q 4511The Next Generationin Racing Nutritionand PerformanceBeef/Roo or Roo$2.25kg + gst* All product frozen.No added water. Guaranteed* No supply issues.* Freight availableContact Greg or AlisonOffice 54 92 4317 Mobile 0414 682 708Agents Welcome for Regional AreasKyla andRichardwithUnravel.IT'S lucky for Kyla Jones that she has anunderstanding boyfriend.Kyla, 23, is a dog lover. Not just any dog,but greyhounds ... the swiftest of them all. Herboyfriend Richard Williams is 24 and comesfrom a family entrenched in the racingindustry ... the harness racing industry.But as it is with most girlfriends, Kyla gother way about 18 months ago when sheconvinced Richard to give greyhound racinga try. Now they are both hooked."Kyla just loves greyhounds," Richardtold The Journal. "She would always have abet on the dogs before she'd look at a trotfield."Which is different to say the least. Kyla'sbrother Dean Jones is entrenched in harnessracing as well. He calls the Marburg trot trialsevery Sunday.But 18 months ago Richard and Kyladecided to get a greyhound or two. In stepsBig John Edwards, that most convincing ofgreyhound men."John offered us a couple of dogs," saidRichard. "One was Jack's Menace, the otherDavid's Josh."Unfortunately Jack's Menace hurt himselfand didn't get to continue a career that hadalready included a number of Albion Parkwins.David's Josh was placed in six of the eightstarts Richard and Kyla gave him.That initial temptation at greyhoundracing had to do for a while. Richard wentback to driving harness horses and evenGolden ViewGreyhoundComplex1169 Atkinsons Dam RoadAtkinsons Damfinished seventh on the Rocklea premiershiplast year.But Kyla was not to be denied.The pair went looking for another dog andthis time Ash Williams came to the rescue byselling them the handy Albion Park performerUnravel.Richard and Kyla work fulltime so it isdifficult for them to have more than one ortwo dogs at any one time."I do the work in the morning and Kylathe afternoon walking and feeding," saidRichard.Richard is the handler, Kyla the catcheron race nights."We have had a lot of advice from othertrainers, and we've got a few ideas of ourown," said Richard. "We'd like to get moredogs because we enjoy it so much."Richard's parents Barry and Sue have beenin harness racing for 30 years. Barry was atop freelance driver for many years scoringregularly on such pacers as Miss Pitty Pat andRainier's Boy.Richard was a natural to get involved inthe industry."I had my first drive when I was 16, but Iwas into mini trotters from the age of 10," hesaid.He has driven "about 40 winners" duringhis driving career and won races with his ownhorse Ringo John.Richard and Kyla are still chasing theirfirst greyhound racing winner, but the paircertainly are committed to their new passion.* Breaking-in * Rearing * Spelling* Public Trials * Re-education(every morning from 7.30am, except Wed, Thurs)(07) 54264227The (November, 2006) Journal Page 10

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The Home-Grown Championwith the OUTCROSS pedigreeBlack DogDec 200233.8kgsSireREGGEMITEDamITALIANSPECIAL(by Malawi's Prince)Vesuvio19 starts, 12 wins, 3 2ndsWon 2005 Statewide Challenge (Albion Park in 30.14)2nd 2005 Group 2 Lismore CupFinalist 2005 Group 1 Paws of Thunder (WPk)Finalist 2005 Group 1 Winter Carnival Cup (Alb Pk)Finalist 2005 Group 3 Gold Coast CupRan30.01 Albion Park29.96 Wentworth Park(beating trk rec holder Benny's Toll)30.27 Lismore25.65 Gold Coast (near record )22.68 Gold Coast (near record)Won first eight startsMade TWO Group 1 finals in first 15 startsOnly Qld dog in Group 1 Winter Carnival CupOne of three Qld dogs shortlisted for TOPGUNFee$880ContactGerry Crisci(07) 54246115Sire: REGGEMITE(Topgun winner. Sire of Tears OfJupiter, Ruddikan, Fitzroy Jim, WotanAngel), Timely Thoughts, Duel's MeMum)Dam: ITALIAN PRINCESSWinner, dam also of ...* Italian Special (finalist Group 3 GoldCoast Cup; 14 wins, Alb Pk, GC,Lismore)* Colosseo (6 wins, Ips, GC, Cap)* Monte Bello (winner Capalaba)* Sofiemite (winner Alb Pk, Ips)This is the damline of TROJANTEARS, KOBBLE CREEK,RELIABILITY, ROCKING RAMBO,LONG SHADOW\, TIP TOP TEARS,STYLISH BOUNDER,CONVINCING LEE etc etcPERFECTOutcross for bitches by Just The Best, Yo Yo's Boy and BrettLee (i.e. Convincing Lee). Linebreed bitches by Kobble Creekto him. The damline has worked well with Acacia Ablaze (i.e.Rocking Rambo) line and will pick up well with Bobniak bitchesas well (i.e. Tip Top Tears).The (November, 2006) Journal Page 12

Steve celebrates 20 years at GRAHE'S big and boisterous and a jolly man,known to everyone simply as "Big Steve".Officially he's Steve McGrath, deputychairman of stewards at the GRA, who hasjust celebrated 20 years on the stewards panel."I started on 9-9-86," Steve told TheJournal.McGrath had arrived in town fromRockhampton where he had cut his teeth as asteward from 1982, as chairman stewardsthere from 1984-86.For the past eight years he has been deputychairman behind Danny Ryan.Big Steve loves his job."I've seen some fantastic highlights butnone will top the two Gold Coast Cupvictories by Flying Amy," he told The Journal."To see her win it at the jump, both times,was so exciting. She was at the end of themat before the rest of the field had come outof the boxes."And Pretty Fearless at the Gabba wassomething special as well."McGrath says he has seen a multitude ofchanges in his 20 years at the GRA, andincludes the changing faces among those."The biggest changes have been the lossof tracks but these were done for economicalreasons. I regarded Toowoomba's as the bestracing surface I've seen."But McGrath is a popular man despitehaving to also rule the industry."I never get tired of the funny stories weget told," he said. "I loved the good old daysof betting plunges, the sprint from the mainring to the betting ring at the scoreboard endat the Gabba."Big Steve and wife Debbie have beenmarried 25 years this year. Their son Damienis 10 and an avid sportsman.Damien was named after top jockeyDamien Oliver who has been a long-timefriend of McGrath since he landed theCaulfield-Melbourne Cup double onDoriemus in 1995."We've got a pic of Damien Oliver andour Damien together when our Damien wasjust 18 months old," said Steve.McGrath is a jolly fellow, ever keen for apractical joke ... mostly with racecaller PaulDolan as the victim."For many years the practical jokes weplayed on Dolan, and he played on us, weresomething else," said McGrath."We painted graphite grease on hisheadphones which left Paul with big blackmarks all over his ears and a strip on his head."And we nailed his briefcase to the floorat Beenleigh one day. Dogsy hastried his best to get us backthough."Those days have come to a haltsince the on-course broadcastboxes have been moved too farfrom the stewards rooms at mosttracks.McGrath is a Broncos fan. Infact, he's so passionate about hisrugby league team, "fan" wouldnot do him justice. He is on firstname basis with all members ofthe team and coaching staff."I've followed them since1988 and I try to get to training atleast once a fortnight, and I nevermiss a home game," he said.He has also been to the pastseven Grand Finals and nine in all,seeing the Broncos succeed twice but nonemore pleasing that this year's victory.McGrath has tempted the Broncos intogreyhound racing.Barry and Shaun Berrigan, Tony Carroll,Craig Maguire, Brent Tate, Justin Hodges,Sam Thiaday, Ben Ikin and juniordevelopment officer Paul Dwyer are allinvolved in greyhound racing syndicates.McGrath ... minus his Broncos jersey.Of his own future, Big Steve sees noreason why he can't still be in greyhoundracing control for the next 10 or 20 years tocome.He says the introduction of twilightgreyhound racing has been a boon for theindustry. For two decades, Big Steve McGrathhas been helping guide the industry on its way.BackgroundWhatever the task in life, it is importantto lay a firm foundation if best results areto be expected. This should also be theprime objective of breeders and trainerswishing to achieve success on the track.How do we do this? Assuming thegreyhound has the credentials (breeding)to win, we should then look at other factors,including diet.An adequate and well balance diet isthe essential requirement for goodhealth, development, strength, stamina,speed, soundness and athleticperformance.When planning a diet to meet theseneeds, the aim must be to provide anadequate intake of energy, protein, fibre,fluids, minerals, electrolytes andvitamins to ensure vitality, good healthand peak performance.According to Dr John Kohnke, arespected veterinarian in greyhoundnutrition, these considerations are vitalingredients for success.Dr Kohnke also said energy, with theexception of water, is the most importantcomponent of a greyhound's diet.However, despite this good advice,some trainers still deviate from tried andtrue practices and pay the ultimate penaltyin the shape of disappointment.It makes one think of the wisdom ofsayings, such as: When you're on a goodLay a Firm Foundationfor Better Resultsthing stick to it, leave well alone, don'tchange horses in mid stream, and others likeit.Over the years it has been debated whethertraining and feeding of greyhounds is an "art"or a "science".Whatever the belief, preparing andtraining the racing greyhound can be achallenging and rewarding experience.A well balanced diet with careful use ofsupplements at all stages of life is essentialto reduce stress, maintain health, optimizeperformance and aid recovery.Simply, the aim is to set the rightfoundation for a good start and bestresults.Three old favourites still be bestThe three foundation products I haveselected to give greyhounds a good start arewell known to trainers world-wide.The first one is Feramo-Greyhound, theworld's first supplement specificallyformulated for greyhounds more than 30years ago and one that still holds pride ofplace as the supplement of choice to correctminor imbalances and inadequate feedlevels in all racing, breeding and growinggreyhounds.Make no mistake, Feramo-Greyhoundis an oldie but a goodie which is formulatedto NRC standards with additional amounts ofvitamin A, D, iron and other trace mineralsto meet the specific needs of the racing andgrowing greyhound.Importantly, over the years Feramo hasundergone formulation updates on aregular basis to match new researchfindings related to nutrition,Feramo is easy to use and isrecommended as a set rate daily supplementfor all greyhounds.The standard 1 teaspoon (4gram) dose isadequate for racing greyhounds.The next foundation product I haveselected is Calci-D, a product specificallyformulated to correct the imbalance ofcalcium and phosphorus in meat added tothe diet.Calci-D is given at a calculated dose ratein direct proportion to the amount of meatfed. Calci-D is formulated to provide anoptimum balance of bone minerals as well asvitamin A and D to regulate uptake andbalance of these minerals in the body.Calci-D comes in a powder form and as asuspension.Trainers are well aware of the powderform which is recommended for racinggreyhounds, brood bitches and growingpuppies after weaning. Calci-D Suspensionon the other hand is specifically formulatedfor young puppies that are learning to lap.If it is not shaken prior to use, it can bepoured slowly from the bottle as a gel whichis ideal for young puppies to lick off bitchesteats, or lap from a plate or a saucer placed inthe puppy area.More later about extra uses and handyhints for Calci-D and about correct mineralrequirements for good bones, fewerfractures and less down time at the track.The third member of the foundation triois Beta-Cel, an electrolyte (body salt)formula and the first of its kind developedto meet the specific needs of the racinggreyhound.Beta-Cel is something special and isthe ideal electrolyte for greyhounds ifbest performance is expected.Once greyhounds start to gallop or raceon a repeated basis, the requirement forcertain electrolytes increases.Most trainers are aware of the routineuse of Beta-Cel, but there is even muchmore to know about this electrolytefoundation supplement and I will elaboratefurther when discussing the extra uses andhandy hints for Feramo and Calci-D.However, it is important to rememberthat Beta-Cel is recommended as the baseelectrolyte supplement in the greyhound'sdiet to which other electrolyte formulationssuch as Beta-K, Recharge and Neutradexcan be added as required to meet specificneeds or aid recovery from travelling orracing.In summaryI speak with confidence about the bigthree foundation supplements and themany thousands of trainers using them aretestament to how they are perceived in thegreyhound world.Tried and true products such asFeramo, Calci-D and Beta-Cel are worththeir weight in gold and trainers find themeconomical and reliable with the addedassurance they are doing the best for theirgreyhounds.More later on about routine use, handyhints and special purposes for this fabuloustrio.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 13

Stop PressA FOUR POINT BULLETINFIRSTLY ... Some early Whisky break-in reports filtering through.Mannings in Melb ... Jimmy Auld. These whisky dogs broke in as good as you want pups tobreak in at 13 months old, They showed genuine early speed, and were still strong in there runhome. I find this line keeps finding as they get older, It certainty looks extra promising for the Sire.McNamaras in Melb ... Kevin's comment, I just broke in some Whiskys, very impressed, doneeverything right, showed speed and very good on the arm. They were fast break-ins for there age.Knockers Melb ... Dave, I saw 2 bitches go from the boxes for their first time, for them to run17.50 and 17.60 ... that's extra smart for youngsters.Williamson Qld, Elaine ... Yes, just done one, he was a bit green early, what I did liked eachtime he went around he kept improving, he broke in very nice for just turning 14 months old.Tower Lodge Rugg. NIGEL ... Broke one in for me, she went to Postman's Ridge had one slipand one circle run went 18.12 ... at 13 months, Also had one slip and her first circle run at Ipswich25.45 at 14 months old. She just takes everything in her stride, she and other Whisky pups, theirtemperament is just terrific.SECONDLY ... At the Ipswich Auction, Whisky pups were very well received withone being the highest priced for the day, also I had plenty of comments ... he throws a leggy pupwith nice conformation ... that does confirm Whisky is stamping himself on to his pups.THIRDLY ... On a different note. I am extremely happy for the man that brought adog from me, this bloke told me some stories of buying dogs over the years. Anyway, the dog I soldhim found himself in a Group 1 final, The Paws of Thunder, all week leading up to the final I hadbeen talking him to suck in all the emotion and hype around the week. You could not have writtena better script ... his dog Suave Fella won the final.The gentlemen was so pumped and grateful ... words he had to describe the moment ... he did tellme when he finally spoke to his ageing mum ... She was in tears with Emotion ... Priceless!!I was also very happy, I put the pedigree together paid for the service and in return I had the pickof the litter ... and then named him Suave Fella. Five weeks ago the dam Jessie Shiraz was served byWhisky. The owner said he will be selling a couple.FORTHLY ... Whisky just served Faithful Hawk's fastest daughter in Little Collector.As well as 6th leading Victorian broodbitch Amazing Ability, plus Regal Ricky's sister Regal Marney,also Orana Superstar, Contessa Lee, Get Busy, Daintree Lady, Penguin Princess.Congratulations on Whelpings ... to Springtime Magic, Starline Sal, Double Guess, Coasters Choice,Zane's Girl, Frontier Rose, Silent Ability, Northern Angel, Madeline Bale.YOU KNOW THE DRILL ... FOR A SHOT OF WHISKY ... ContactSTEVE OR MARREE GYFTOS @ TRIPPLE CROWN LODGE02 4578 4400 or 0408 444 445AN OPENING SPECIAL APPLIES FOR OCT. 20% OFF ALL STUD DOGS FEESTHIS IN TURN MAKES WHISKY'S FEE OF $3300 DOWN TO $2640 INC GST.FOR THE LATEST NEWS VISIT WWW.WHISKYASSASSIN.COM.AUThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 14

Who needs kidswhen you've got30 greyhoundsSIX years ago Mal Dawson retiredfrom his job at Telstra and he andwife Kim loaded up a bus attacheda Subaru and a dinghy and set out aroundAustralia in search of an IVF program.Along the way they decided to settle inQueensland and picked up almost 30greyhounds.Kim was having trouble falling pregnantand medical advice was to take the stress outof their lives and it just might happen.And they were also told that Queenslandhad a great IVF program."So we sold up, packed up and headedaround Australia," said Kim. "And I becamea mother to almost 30 greyhounds."The Dawsons settled at Ormeau leasing asmall acreage while Mal established acommunications company."I had a guy who would come and mowthe property," said Mal. "He had a greyhoundthat wasn't much good and he was going toget rid of it."Kim and I decided to take it off hishands."The dog raced as Safron City and whilethe pair knew they were basically taking a lifelongpet to be, the dog did eventually win arace at the Gold Coast."He's now eight and a pet," said Kim.That initial success prompted thegreyhound racing novices to get another dog.Ron Goldsmith trained Rapid Pony to winfive races. The Dawsons were hooked andgot a few more.Not long after they got lumped with themall when Ron decided to pack up and head toTamworth to live."We moved to a 19-acre property we areleasing at Blacksoil and decided to do thisourselves," said Mal. "That was at Christmastime and we are having a ball. It's become apassion."They have five in training including recentIpswich maiden debut winner Shez Regal(Lindale Blue-Miss Candy Cane).Shez Regal and her litter sister MissMakatam were impulse buys for the couple."We had gone to the breeder (PeterArthur) to buy a Surf Lorian pup, which wedid," said Kim. "On our way out of theproperty, I spotted these two little bitches byLindale Blue and I just had to have them."While Shez Regal won first up, Dawsonrates Miss Makatam highly."We've been picking the brains of peopleas we go about training," said Mal."Greyhound racing people are soeasy to get on with, and that hasmade our introduction to the sportso much easier."The Dawsons have raced thoroughbredswith success, winning at Eagle Farm withGuns Ablaze and Rusty Ranch took out theSt George Cup."But you can have 10 greyhounds for thecost of one racehorse," said Mal. And that'swhat they've done.The Dawsons are unsure of their longtermfuture."We are thinking about buying agreyhound property in Queensland and haveeven looked at one for sale just recently," saidMal."But there is also the lure to head back toWA where we come from originally."At the moment they have a fast increasinggreyhound family, are winning races, andliving their passion to the fullest.Mal's business now has five employeesand he can find plenty of time for hisgreyhound training. Most of his pups arereared by Mick and Amber Boody."Things are great," agreed Mal and Kim.Leaders forthe past 16years in theCollection,Storage andInseminationof FrozenSemen totheGreyhoundRacingIndustryManly Road VetPhone(07) 33969733Mal Dawson, Graham Dunn and Mal's wife Kim with Ipswich winner Shez Regal(pictured top left winning at Ipswich).Black dog, Oct '02, 32.5kg. Brett Lee-Nunkeri Bye by BenjasonBlackWON ON EVERYCITY TRACKTragically retired dueto hip support injuryLeeWinner Gateway to the Top (Alb Pk)Runner-up 2005 Perth Cup (to Sun Hero)Third 2005 Adelaide Cup (to Collide)Finalist 2005 Silver ChiefWinner Albi Pk 30.19, 30.20 (23 mths), WP 30.20 (24 mths), Mead 29.86,30.19 (26 mths), SP 29.80, 29.83 (28 mths), Ang Pk 29.34 (29 mths),Cannington 30.38 (31 mths). All this before full maturity.FREE Service(for 6 months, conditions apply. Winning bitches only - 1 win or more)Wayne Crick (07) 55467617 or 0417 735935* In-house Progesterone Testing* In-house Thyroid Testing* Ultrasound at 28 days(Confirms pregnancy, littersize and health of pups)*Infertility Checks(Male and female)* Semen Bank for studmasters(Approx 40 stud dogs in stock)* Fully secure kennels* Hospital staffed 24 hours per day* Progesterone Testing/Inseminationsperformed 24 hours a day/365days per yearH ospitalFrozen SemenPackageincludes*All progesterone testing* Surgical implant* Boarding* Regular client updates$545Contact Kelly Irving on(07) 39066917Christine Kidd (Veterinarian) - Kelly Irving (Reproduction Technician)Congratulations to the Felgate Kennel for Miss Brook winning the Sir John Dillon Memorial219ManlyRdManlyWestBrisbaneThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 15

Susan knewwhen to buyCairns Futurity winner Pink Tassels is never short of fans. After her victoryowner-trainer Denis Godfrey, his wife Susan and Jessica Rose just had tomake her feel she was special.NorthernRiversStudContactRichard Vrckoff(02) 66637020or0423 821626NorthernRivers Stud65 Crawfords RdLeeville, NSW, 2470www.northernriversstud.comTower Lodge Pre-Training Centre15 Wotan Road, ChurchableStraightTrackTriallingTimesSummer6.30-8.30amWinter7.30-9.30amContactNIGELRUGG(07)54264644Greyhounds at Stud ...ADDIS BOY $880(Token Prince-Fantasy Fortune)BIG SAM BANNER $880(Proper Tears-Small Amount)HALL'S NORTHERN $660(Legs Ahoy-Karalinga)SAINT BRETT $660(Brett Lee-Little Saint)MARLON BANNER $550(Faithful Hawk-Small Amount)NOVEMBER VICTORY $440(Faithful Hawk-November Miss)WHATUIRA BANNER $330(Awesome Assassin-Blossom Banner)Free progesterone testing.Frozen semen available for all dogs.GiveYourPupsEveryChanceALMOST 18 months ago Mick Hickmottwas "having a bad hair day", which was a bitsurprising considering that same day he wonthe Cairns Cup with Gozo Farmer.But Mick was a tad disappointed with theperformance at the same race meeting of PinkTassels, a Trendy Leigh-Shocking Pink bitchhe had bred.Mick decided to get rid of her, andpromptly asked about the track if anyonewanted to buy her for $600.The last thing Denis Godfrey needed atthat time was another greyhound. In fact,Denis had been trying to scale down and eventake a break from the industry in which hehas been involved for many years.But in stepped Denis' wife Susan andluckily for Denis "she's a good judge" ofgreyhounds."Susan wanted her, so I bought her straightaway," said Denis.Since then Pink Tassels has gone on hermerry way, winning race after race, taking hertally to 16 with her recent victory in the CairnsFuturity.For Denis it was back-to-back victoriesin the mini classic having won it in 2005 withhis Cairns greyhound of the year SouthernSaga.Denis was happy to snap up Pink Tasselssimply because of her fabulous damline onethat Hickmott has had so much success within the past few years.Pink Tassels settled in to the Godfreytraining routine so much so that she evenheaded south for a brief stint with the TonyZammit kennel where she was tested over710m at Albion Park.But she had the misfortune to run intosuperstar Lucy's Light, including once whenthird to Lucy's when the now track recordholder ran a blistering 41.69secs.We educate yourpup up our firstclass straight track... gets them fit andswitches them on.ARM WORKOur bulkl ring is a nice sizeand the arm has a built-insqueaker and also has astraight.To assess your pup properly,send it toTower LodgeBrother FoxGun Law OstiMiss Dusty LeeTrendy LeighNew TearsSobbing SalWee SalPINK TASSELS/ABSOLUTE MAGICMalawiMalawi's PrinceDuchess MarinaShocking PinkAmerigo ManElusive BeautyElusive Osti"But she took a few bad knocks inBrisbane and we decided to bring her hometo get her confidence back and that's what hashappened," said Denis.The bitch came from 10 lengths off thepace to win the Futurity narrowly.Godfrey believes Pink Tassels can keepracing at least until Cairns Cup time next year."She's only ever had one injury in hercareer, a pin muscle, but she's also only oneof five dogs to have bettered the 32 secondmark for 544m at Cairns," he said.Pink Tassels ran 31.92. Godfrey's otherstar Southern Saga is another to have brokenthe mark."Pink Tassels is a lovely greyhound," saidGodfrey. "You wouldn't find a nicer bitch andI'm certain she will end up living in our housewhen she does retire."Only a few years ago Godfrey wasthinking of quitting greyhound training.Now he has a kennel full of dogs and threenew arrivals."And Southern Saga is being mated toCollision, and when Flaming Maiden comeson season she will go to Surf Lorian," he said."And Pink Tassels will get her chance atstud as well."While Denis and Susan Godfrey wereearning all the accolades with Pink Tasselsin the Futurity, Mick Hickmott picked up theDerby with littermate Absolute Magic, nowtrained by Adrian Milani.Cairns Futurity (544m)1 PINK TASSELS $1.90(Trendy Leigh-Shocking Pink)Owner-trainer: Denis Godfrey2 COMPLETE CHAOS $3(November Fury-Absolute Chaos)3 SPRING CHARM $3.50(Token Prince-Spring Gleam)Others: 4 Sheza Hostie $6, 5 Macey Mae$2.50, 6 Hitech Regret $9, 7 Wacky Frog$10, 8 Shocking Lee $4. Time: 32.44.Cairns Derby (544m)1 ABSOLUTE MAGIC $1.60(Trendy Leigh-Shocking Pink)Owner: Mick HickmottTrainer: Adrian Milani2 FLY RUMBLE FLY $2.30(Stately Bird-Tropical Rumble)3 MALLABULA GOLD $3.50(Brett Lee-Black Topsy)Others: 4 Sky Patrol $5.50, Fell Cut AndRun $4.40. Time: 32.54.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 16

TOP: Judge Bros streets his rivals to win the inaugural Ipswich 431m Auction Series. RIGHT: Trainer TomNoble and Alan Olsen, son of part-owner Robert Olsen, with Judge Bros and the Auction trophy.By DAVID BRASCHTOM Noble has been in greyhoundracing long enough to have learned a fewtricks.So when he snapped up, for the princelysum of $1000, a bitch called Cheli's Princesshe thought he could do some good with her.Not that Cheli's Princess did not haveability. It was just that she had an aversion toshowing it all the time.The daughter of Casual Encounter-Brindle Cheli was bred and originally racedby Barry and Sharon Morris and won anumber of races for them.But she went sour, Barry and Sharon gota tad tired of her, and a couple of other trainerstried to get her to produce her best ... withoutsuccess.In stepped Tom and bought her for $1000.Noble found the secret, unlocked it andwon a Bundaberg Cup with Cheli's Princess.In all she finished her career with 23 wins,including a 30.20 win at Ipswich over the old512m distance, then retired to the Nobleproperty at Churchable for a career at stud.Tom put her to Awesome McLaren andgot a very smart dog called Gidgee Coals butafter winning in 30.40 around Albion Parkhe broke down never to race again.Cheli's Princess went to Bitability Bale,the Galaxy winner who had just arrived tostand at Sarah Pringle's property around theroad, and Tom sent his bitch there for hersecond mating.In stepped Robert Olsen, Tom's long-timeHandler Kate with the $10,200 WhiskyAssassin-Thai Charm pup that topped theIpswich Auction.Here comethe JudgeTownsville mate.Robert had a couple of mates, Gerard andPeter Judge whose company Judge Bros isone of North Queensland's major electricalcontractors, and he had finally talked the boysinto coming into a greyhound."Tom rang and said he had a couple ofpups for us," said Robert. "But he had keptall the black ones. The boys and I got leftwith the ugly ones."The "ugly" bitch showed little ability, butthe dog quickly turned into a swan ... andracing as Judge Bros he has been a prolificwinner for the group, including the inauguralIpswich Auction 431m final.Judge Bros is the only dog Gerard andPeter race, although Robert has persuadedthem into shares in a Hallucinate-Kalka Katedog pup now 10 months old.In all Judge Bros (to time of writing) haswon 27 races. But he has been an Ipswich431m specialist, the Auction final being his15th victory over the sprint.Noble was disappointed the dog could notshow his best in the much richer 520m seriesearly in the year."He had done some ligaments on a hindfoot and at one time it looked like he wouldnot race again," said Noble."But we gave him time off and it healedup fine, but it put him back too much and hereally wasn't ready for the 520m series."The 431m series was a bonus.Aided by the rails draw, Judge Bros wasin front into the back straight and then heldoff a determined Steele Diamond and fastcharging Nevada Lad who had come from lastearly.Ipswich Auction (431m)1 JUDGE BROS $1.50(Bitability Bale-Cheli's Princess)Owner: Robert Olsen, Gerard & PeterJudgeTrainer: Tom Noble2 STEELE DIAMOND $4.70(Bearability-Girl Diamond)3 NEVADA LAD $15(Bearability-Shady Bee)Others: 4 Tomeels Boy $25, 5 Zee ZeeThree $25, 6 Burnie Barrie $36, 7 Fool'sFormula $18, 8 King Contagious $11.Time: 25.36.It was a victory of sorts for greatQueensland galloper and sire Bearability. Heprovided the second and third placegetters,and his son Bitability Bale sired the winner.And for Gerard and Peter Judge, it was agreat reason to celebrate."I tried to contact them straight after therace," said Robert Olsen. "But the phoneswere off. The celebrations had started."Moonlight Farms Greyhound StudTrendy Leigh(Gun Law Osti x Sobbing Sal)Breeders, you only have 2MONTHS LEFT to usethis PROVEN GROUPSIRE in the flesh! Bequick to secure a bookingbefore he departs forIreland in December.Service Fee Only $990 (incl Gst)Harvey Bale(Awesome Assassin x Sharmon Bale)Dual Group winner onthe racetrack and now ahighly-promising firstseasonsire.Impeccable pedigree andspeed to burn.His pups are sure to haveevery chance to make iton the racetracks.Service Fee Only $770 (incl GST)Contact Studmaster DARIN MAY on(07) 5466 5087 or 0413 138 087 anytimeEmail: moonlightfarms@dodo.com.auCredibilityBearabilityKissy BearBitability BaleGrove Whisper*Jindara BaleStar LeeJUDGE BROSNew TearsCasual EncounterSawtelCheli's PrincessSpider's Me MumBrindle CheliLulu FoxHarvard Bale(Braddy (US) x Monalee Bale)Proven Cups-producingsire; now throwingprogeny the likes of theQueensland “CupsKing” OWEY, the fastMelbourne (Sandown)winner ALL THEMOVES (29.78, 29.82,30.05), etc. Boasts a terrific, trulyInternational pedigree.Service Fee Only $770 (incl GST)Your Awesome(Awesome Assassin x Bonnie Jane)Now a PROVENGROUP SIRE with hisson Greatwhite takingout this year's Group 1NZ Sires Produce Stakes.Like his dad, Greatwhite(47 starts: 20-12-8) hasabundant early speed.Service Fee Only $660 (incl GST)Proud to besponsors of the ...MOONLIGHT FARMS ... “Where SUCCESS breeds SUCCESS”The (November, 2006) Journal Page 17

Billy'sLEFT: Billy Boonwith Tweed Intent.Intent onrewardinghis mateGalaxy DreamsRearing and Breaking-In FacilitySteve andMichelleKEEP95 Imeson RdCasinoPhone (02)66637021MarkBACK in February 2005, Coolangattadog man Mark Johnston was reading throughhis copy of "The Journal".He came across a story that speciallyinterested him. It was about Billy Boon thesergeant in charge of Springsure PoliceStation, 350km from Rockhampton, whohappens to be a long-time greyhound manhimself.Johnston, as well as having raced someclassy gallopers for years, is also a copper.In fact, Mark is officer in charge atCoolangatta.Mark decided he would send Billy somedogs."Mark said he was reading The Journaland saw the story," said Billy. "He contactedBreaking-in30 years in the industrySteve is grandson of LilaSimpsonDogs educated for:Steve KavanaghGlenda andJohn DartMick andKay Thrupp$60 per weekme and since then he's sent about half a dozendogs."The first was Tweed Statesman."I won three races with Tweed Statesman,but he could not run much past 300 metres.Home of Galaxy winnerSottie AlloverRearingFacilitiesBrick kennels12.5m x 50mholding runsFacilities for 70 pupsAll yards open to10-acre gallopingpaddock withhuge dam$35 perweekHe did win a race at Mackay in 17.70," saidBilly.Tweed Gem followed and the Johnston-Boon partnership really fired.Tweed Gem has won 13 races sincejoining the Boon kennel but has also beenluckless."He's been a finalist in the Mackay andTownsville Derbies, the Rockhampton Cupand the North Qld Sprint Championship," saidBoon.But when Mark decided to send TweedIntent north it was with a good wrap."Mark said she was the best he had sentme," said Boon.Tweed Intent had won a maiden at Tweedbut hurt herself soon after."When I got her she was on season, butsince going into work she has won four ofher eight starts for me (to time of writing),"said Boon.One of those wins was in a Mackay YoungBrian Goodman and family withDragmark.Young Guns (456m)Mackay1 TWEED INTENT 1-1(No Intent-Indigo Mint)Owner: Mark JohnstonTrainer: Billy Boon2 SPRING LIGHTS 3-1(Token Prince-November Sonnet)3 BROTHER'S BELLE 10-1(Just The Best-Top Shelf)Others: 4 Ranger Stanley 11-2, 5 RoyalAston 7-1, 6 Spring Charm 3-1, 7 SpringMan 4-1, 8 Quirky Kurt 5-2. Time: 26.36.Walkabout SidHead HonchoFitzroy LassNo IntentNew TearsHotshow DebWee SalTWEED INTENTNew TearsRoanokeeFree MethodIndigo MintFranklin DeanoFranklin MintFor Me MumGuns in which the bitch led throughout to beatSpring Lights and Brother's Belle."I was never more thrilled to win a decentrace than this one," said Billy. "I really wantedto land a big race for Mark because he haslooked after me with good dogs for a whilenow."The Young Guns races are fabulous forus in north Queensland because we don't gettoo many races worth this sort of money," hesaid.Boon now has eight dogs in work andadmits it's too many."With the work at the station and eightdogs, it can become a bit too much. I'll cutdown to six and maybe even four."While Tweed Intent is the new star of theBoon kennel, he has a real love of TweedGem."What a great dog he's been, but unluckynot to have won a big race," he said. "Whathe lacks in ability he makes up for in a greatdetermination to win."He just never gives up."Maiden 1000 (407m)Rockhampton1 DRAGMARK $2.70(Royal Assassin-Spring Amy)Owner: Greg SearTrainer: Brian Goodman2 NICKIE CRUISER $1.90(Surf Lorian-Awesome Cruiser)3 TEAR IT UP $3.50(Modern Assassin-Russian Ago Go)Others: 4 Token Buy $9, 5 Animal Ware$5, 6 Strong Penna $5.50, 7 Silk Wisp $4,8 Just So $5. Time: 23.54.Greyhound DataGreyhound breeders should be aware ofthe value of the fantastic websiteproduced by Gunnar von Boehn inStuttgart, Germany.The site can be accessed viawww.greyhound-data.comIt's well worth a look for theinformation available.The best of its kind.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 18

HoneyshinesPAT and Glenn Carringtonhave their Townsville propertyon the market.They aim to take on the bigtime. Already they've looked atsome prospective greyhoundproperties in the Haigslea area.And when they do, they will have a lineupof quality greyhounds ready to match itwith the best.The Carringtons are long-time greyhoundracing fanatics and have tasted more than theirshare of success.Promising youngster Honey Mist (SurfLorian-Whispering Honey) added to that listwhen winning the recent Townsville Futurity,beating littermate Hustler's Honey.The Carringtons know full well the bitchesare better than Townsville opposition andhave since transferred them both to top trainerTony Brett."Honey Mist really adapted to the rise isdistance from 380m to 498m," said Glenn."The whole litter is strong."So impressed is Carrington with his litterthat he has since mated Whispering Honey, aTownsville Cup runner-up, back to SurfLorian.Honey Mist took her record to nine winsfrom 15 starts when she won the Futurity byseven and a half lengths in a flying 28.29."She jumped to the front and that wasthat," said Glenn so matter-of-factly.Pat Carringtonand HoneyMist.CredibilityJust The BestFlying AmySurf LorianWest CapeBarrio FiestaDee BeeHONEY MISTMalawi's PrinceAwesome McLarenTrue TemptationWhispering HoneyGrove Whisper*Whispering AngelBonnie ChariotFuturity (498m) Townsville1 HONEY MIST $1.80(Surf Lorian-Whispering Honey)Owner-trainer: Pat Carrington2 HUSTLER'S HONEY $3.50(Surf Lorian-Whispering Honey)3 GORGAS $2.50(Token Prince-True Angel)Others: 4 Holly Blue $7, 5 Everyday Light$9, 6 Tears Of Delight $9, 7 Nincom Poop$9, 8 Babushka's Girl $9. Time: 28.29.AddisBoyback atCasinoFORMER record-breaking sprinter and now promising young sire Addis Boy(pictured) has been bought by Northern Rivers Stud.The purchase of the Token Prince-Fantasy Fortune by Richard and Sandy Vrckoffat Northern Rivers Stud has continued their rise in the ranks of rearing and stud farms."Sandy and I are very excited about our purchase as he has some very exciting pupsjust starting to race, with a lot more on the way," said Richard."We feel he will be a top 20 sire within the next two years."The move is part of the Vrckoff's bid to take this industry by storm."The time seemed right to cement ourselves as a stud farm committed to the industry,"said Richard. "Hopefully the people in the industry will support us. Several of our sireshere are on fire."Addis Boy has produced Atta Boy Sam a winner at Lismore in a flying 30.15, PunkAngel has had two starts for wins at Bulli and Richmond, while Crazy Boy is a Daptowinner in smart time.Big Sam Banner achieved a unique feat when his first pup to race, Big Sam Junior,became a greyhound of the year.His other progeny includes Charlie Banner who has been winning well at AlbionPark, Clark a semi-finalist in the Paws of Thunder who has since broken the Dapto600m record, and Ghost Zapper who has been winning at Wentworth Park andRichmond in recent weeks.Marlon Banner only has one litter racing but Bart Banner has won three of his pastfour in outstanding times."All this just shows people you don't need to spend thousands of dollars on sires toget great results," said Richard."Our stud dogs might not be the most expensive on the market but they are certainlyvalue for money and have the results on the board to prove it."FORSALEOnceOnlyOfferContact Peter atBlue Night Kennels on(02) 6844 1059P.S. FULL ON AFFAIR is on season and will be servedby COUNTRY WILLEE for her next litter.Orders will be taken for these pups.LOCHINVAR JET-FULL ON AFFAIR (QLD Bitch)Lochinvar Jet - Needs no introduction, his pupsare winning everywhere.Major Fox-Graceful Affair (QLD Bitch)Racing and breeding propositions with a DOUBLE RASSMUSSEN CROSS.Whelped 3/4/066 Bitches $3000 and 1 Dog $3500Full On Affair - Winner 9 races QLD & NSW.Dam's mother, GRACEFUL AFFAIR, was Number 6broodbitch of the year in Australia in her day. Hasproduced over 140 winners on CITY/TAB/COUNTRY tracks.GRACEFUL AFFAIR's first litter producedSTAR FRED, ran 3rd in the QLD Derby andwent on to win 24 races.These pups if not sold WILL be retained by us for racingand future breeding. These pups have been fed on the bestand in large yards and wormed regularly.For QLD buyers ONLYwe will help by a discount to assist with freight.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 19

Golf buddies land some silver ... quickSOME friendships last, some comeand go, some reach great heights ... andthen some get a greyhound.Long-time mates Brad Connon andGeorge Doyle both love a game of golf.They play regularly with Gary Hinds.A couple of years ago Gary's sonAdam bred a litter of greyhound pupsby Elite State from his former smartAlbion Park galloper She's Travelling.George had already been a dog man,10 years ago racing a number withsuccess including Cee Jay Fly who ran atenth off the Ipswich 512m track recordbut broke down soon after.So it was natural Brad and Georgewould be convinced by Gary Hinds tosnap up one of his son's pups.That's just what they did and twoyears later Brad's first venture into theindustry has landed a Michael MillerMemorial at Capalaba.Racing as Mr Quicksilver, he ledthroughout to win in 19.81 beatingStrike Rate and Theodore in what hasbecome a "hot" race among younggreyhounds in this state.Mr Quicksilver is trained by TonyBrett and the dog's victory in the heatand final are the only times Brett hasraced a dog at Capalaba.He had to be talked into taking MrQuicksilver to the race."Kerry Halls works with me and he'sOwners Brad Connon and George Doyle and trainer Tony Brett withCapalaba's Michael Miller Memorial winner Mr Quicksilver.got a couple of dogs," said Brad. "Kerrysuggested this race would suit him and thatwe should have a look at it."Brad and George even had to give MrQuicksilver his only trial on the track whileTony Brett was in NSW winning theSydney Cup with Quidame.Mr Quicksilver's victory in the TerryHines-sponsored race was worth $9000 toBrad and George, but the pair could notcontain their delight at the victory."We wanted to get a hobby," said Brad."We'd been mates for ages and when thepup came up, we went for it." MrQuicksilver was the last of the litter left.Tony and Fleur Brett donated $1000of Tony's share of the prizemoney to theCapalaba Club to be put to the race inMichael Miller Memorial(366m) Capalaba1 MR QUICKSILVER 7-4(Elite State-She's Travelling)Owners: Brad Connon, George DoyleTrainer: Tony Brett2 STRIKE STATE 10-1(Just The Best-Timely Thoughts)3 THEODORE 3-1(Go Wild Teddy-Kissin' Bobbie)Others: High Octane 8-1, 5 Great State7-2, 6 Serious Hondo 8-1, 7 PinkCharacter 2-1, 8 Cool Speed 3-1. Time:19.81.CredibilityJust The BestFlying AmyElite StateDagenhamSpark AgainFirst To FireMR QUICKSILVERCasual EncounterTravel TrainMorzee's Me MumShe's TravellingSilver ChiselAngel's PrincessWhispering Angel2007.Capalaba has been a happy huntingground for the litter. Littermate SeriousState won the Capalaba Derby thereearlier in the year.$/kgChicken Mince $ 1.30Beef Minces (lean)$ 2.65Racing Beef Mince (15%)$ 2.65Weaner (all-in-one) $ 2.50Edge (beef, f&v, bone, offal, 15% fat) $ 2.50Breeders Choice (chk, f&v, offal, meat) $ 1.30Cooked Chicken Roll $ 2.25Bulk Lean Beef “Fresh” 25kg bag $ 2.25Bones (bulk buy average weight 15kg) $/kgBe ef Brisket $ 2.00Chicken Wings (bulk 20 kg)$1.75Po rk Trotter -all day special ( bulk 20 kg) $0.80Biscuits/Kibble EachTop Pets Delight $18.00Top Draw $23.00Max Biscuits (18kg)$40.00Sup p le m e ntsSuper- Cell - 450grmSup e r- Ce ll - 1kgSup e r- Ce ll - 3kgVitam in E - 1kgVitamin E- 200grmVitamin 3 - 1kgElectrolytes - 1kgRecharge - 500mlsRec ha rg e - 1litreMethionine - 450grmBovine Colostrum - 450grmSprint Oil - 1litreSprint Oil - 5 litreLittle Mate Milk Powder (20kg) $65.00(Also available in 2kg and 5kg packs)All Leather Collarsand Leads $20.00Fidos Shampoos’ (250mls) from 5.50The (November, 2006) Journal Page 20

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Futurity winputs a Springin Ray's stepDALLAS Beckett has long been one ofthe leading lights in greyhound racing inRockhampton.He's also a very generous man.Dallas is always looking for high classgreyhounds, and constantly turning over histeam in search of that better than averagegalloper.So along the way, he's happy to simplyhand over some very useful greyhounds toother owners and trainers.One such "giveaway" is Spring Lucy(Royal Assassin-Dancing Socks) who onlya couple of months ago joined the kennel oflong-time dog man Ray Young.Ray's been training dogs for 32 yearsbut has only ever had a couple of dogs inwork at any one time.And until Spring Lucy joined hiskennel, he'd never won a feature race.That all changed when Spring Lucycame from near last early to win the recentRockhampton Futurity and Ray started tocelebrate."I love white and black greyhounds andthis bitch is white and black, and whenDallas offered her to me, I took her straightaway," said Ray. "I've since got another onefrom him."Young needed to be a bit of patchworkon Spring Lucy when she arrived."She had a bit of a sore shoulder whichI worked on, and I gave her a few weeks offas well," he said. "It worked."He has even removed a track legstrapping from the bitch saying she nolonger hits herself."Dallas had too many dogs at the timeso he simply gave her to me."Victory in the Futurity final was thethrill of Ray's 32-year training career."The best dog I've had before this bitchwas Red Riot which won a few races for meafter Andrew Russell sent him north."Ray has three dogs in training and heand wife Rosa have moved originally fromLismoreGBOTAHighland SmashRepairsBig Maiden420mWednesday December 6Qualifying heats (Non Betting) starting at 6pmTuesday December 12Four Semi-Finals - Normal prizemoneyGuarded Blind Draw for the semisFinal Tuesday December 19Winner $10,000plus trophy & rug and free service to Addis Boy courtesyNorthern Rivers Stud; 2nd $2000, 3rd $1000, unp $50 eachNoms close Friday December 1 with the NSW G&HRRA at 10amContact: John Scholten (02) 6621 4106email: lisgbota@nrg.com.auRosa and Ray Young with RockhamptonFuturity winner Spring Lucy.Emerald, then Yeppoon to Rockhampton tobe closer to the greyhound track."I've been interested in greyhoundracing for years," said Ray. "I canremember buying the old Sporting Globenewspaper every week and looking at allthe pups for sale in it."I bought a few but wasted a lot ofmoney buying rubbish."Ray reckons trial and error, and a fewwise words from veteran dog men in thepast have helped him with his trainingcareer."I've been to Ipswich, Capalaba and theold Beenleigh track racing dogs in the pastand each time I learned something," hesaid."I've always listened to the old fellaswhen they talk about training. They know."The Futurity win was a huge thrill forRay and Rosa."We did a bit of celebrating, and I evengot to take a few bucks off Fred Ward(local bookie)."Walkabout SidHead HonchoFitzroy LassRoyal AssassinShining ChariotLeprechaun MissNational DingaanSPRING LUCYGingerBlack ShirazDark HorizonDancing SocksNew TearsHot Show DebWee SalPOSTMAN'S RIDGEGreyhound ComplexTrialling Daily(Closed Tues & Wed)Winter (May 1- Sept 30) 7.30am to 9amSummer (Oct 1 - April 30) 7am to 9amContact John and Sharyn Collins0437 789076 or 0408 789076Ph (07) 46303688Futurity (510m)Rockhampton1 SPRING LUCY $4.60(Royal Assassin-Dancing Socks)Owner-trainer: Ray Young2 SHE'S HOT WEST $2.40(Modern Assassin-Fraternise)3 GORGAS $1.90(Token Prince-True Angel)Others: 4 Eyelite $16, 5 Dashing Diva $7,6 Darkwin $3.80, 7 She's Modwest $5.50, 8Foundy's Mate $6.50. Time:The (November, 2006) Journal Page 22

Schoolmates takea punt and comeup winnersABOVE LEFT: Warped streets her rivals at Albion Park. ABOVE: Proud owners BenBlack and Zoran Pavlovski with their first dog, Albion Park winner Warped.EVER since they were mates at highschool, Zoran Pavlovski and Ben Blackhave been avid punters."We've been following the local dogsand trots since our school days at SandgateState High," said Zoran.The 25-year-olds went Internet surfinga year ago and came across the website forThe A Team."I just came across Tony and JaneApap's website and saw they had somepups for sale," said Zoran.The pups were Surf Lorian-GirlDiamond, and Zoran and Ben headedstraight up to the Gatton property andLetter tothe Editorlooked them over."Tony had a dog and a bitch from thelitter for sale," said Zoran. "We liked abitch from the litter. The bitch had actuallybeen Tony's daughter's pup but shewanted to sell her to buy a car."We talked Tony into letting us buy thepup."That bitch now races as Warped andfrom the Tony Zammit kennel she almostgave the first-time owners the biggest thrillof their ever-so-short greyhound racingcareer."She was beaten a nose at her first startat Albion Park, but she won the followingweek," said Zoran.The boys are very low-key owners.Zoran admits neither Ben nor hisfamily are aware they own a greyhound."My family don't like me gambling, soI haven't told them about owning the dog,"he told The Journal.Apap suggested the boys give Warpedto Tony Zammit to train and Zoran andBen have fitted right in to the Zammitkennel clientele."Tony is great, but he does like to havea chat," said Zoran.Warped has since won at the GoldCoast and looks to have a promising racecareer ahead of her."We are already thinking of a breedingcareer with her because she's a winner atAlbion Park and so well bred," said Zoran.Now that will be something to tell hisfamily.Nova 106.9 PromotionThe Brisbane Club's promotion withradio station Nova 106.9 was a greatsuccess during September, with greyhoundracing dominating discussion on the stationduring the month.A bumper crowd was on hand for thefun day. It was great to see Albion Parkalive with activity.Turnover was double a normal Fridaymeeting and nearly three times thecorresponding Friday in 2005.Congratulations go to Megan Nutall,who was the lucky winner of the $20,000in the Nova promotion.Megan is now a fan of the greyhoundWarped, who selected Megan's dog bowlfrom the 100 prize-winners.Warped came to the rescue when Teddythe Pomeranian had a case of stage frightand was more intent on running away thaneating out of a dog bowl.There was never any doubt agreyhound would knock back a freedinner, and it added to the drama andexcitement of the event.Dear Sir,I am compelled to respond to the Letterto the Editor on Page 3 in October's Journalpenned by Cory Austin.It is right when he says it is time for achange in racing. The two horse codes couldwell race at the same venue.Greyhound welfare is a major problem forthe GRA and Brisbane Greyhound Club.The chaotic traffic and summer heatwavespose genuine concerns.Cory Austin and Kevin Seymourconveniently disregard the welfare ofgreyhounds forced to travel at a snails pacein dog trailers in up to 40 degree summertemperature to race at Albion Park.Even allowing for the cross city tunnel,experts predict gridlock in the next 10 years.The Brisbane Club and the GRA have theforesight to realise that Albion Park isdoomed as a greyhound venue.They must now convince the RacingMinister of their animal welfare predicament.The General Manager of Animal Welfare atthe Department of Primary Industries, Dr RickSymons, could be of assistance whenoutlining the necessity for relocation to ananimal friendly accessible complex.ThanksKev GallowayWant a Good Tip?All CarBrokers794 Oxley Rd, CorindaContactDaryl & DeniseKavanagh0418 878880Have the Right Info for YouNew or Used CarsServicing the GreyhoundIndustry for 25 years2003 VY CommodoreGenuine one owner, fulllong book history. ABS,air, power steer &windows, CD, cruisecontrol, alloys. 102,000kmonly.$13,500 Special of the MonthThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 23

Owen EdmondsAn InsultKirsty O'BrienGAP Newsto our SportI wondered when I read it, is this form guide really realOr is it written for a purpose to make us trainers feelThat we're a mob of idiots, for the dogs we choose to raceOr maybe we can’t match it with the southern statesAnd then I thought well maybe, the tipsters lost the plotDoes he have the industry at heart, surely he could notComments such as crab pot bait, or looking for a holeNo man would write such garbage, if he had a human soulCans of petrol and a match; the mans a flamin' sadistHe’d use compassion when he writes, if he only had itOil the rifle indicates some shoot their dogs at willSome impression in the public that weak comment does instillFor a hound to be flea bitten, and a mongrel one at thatSuggests to me our local vets, are somehow out of whackI don’t recall them ever letting dogs with fleas get byAnd if our dogs wore hobble chains, complaints would surely flyThe impression that the public get, when they read this crapWould surely make them sceptical, of ever coming backTry this one "A super slug", what's that meant to meanThose words have many meanings, good and bad it seemsA garden pest can be one, a hit that strikes with forceA cylinder of lead that's fired, to set a targets courseThen in good old Aussie language, for them we have to thankIt’s something that some people think, a thing they like to wankTo those that choose to read them, I clearly say to youThese comments may sound funny, but only to a fewIt’s our sport that really suffers, from these innuendos writtenVisitors that come our way, and sure as hell we need 'emWe love our sport and our dogs, these comments have no placeUnbecoming to the racing game, by someone without faceIF you have spent sometime on the Internet readinggreyhound websites, chancesare you have been viewing a DiO'Donnell created page.Di is a Greyhound AdoptionProgram volunteer, and thewebmaster for many greyhoundrelated sites, including thepopular Greyhound AdoptionProgram website.Behind the scenes Di hasbeen creating, publishing andupdating the GAP website fromthe beginning some six yearsago.Through an interest ingreyhound racing, Di and herson Rick were visiting a youngpup they owned at trainer RossLangtry's property. During their regular visitsthey noticed a greyhound Dash (Mal'sHonour) that was looking for a home.It was then that Di had the thought ofcombining her interests of web design andgreyhounds, and from that grew the GAPwebsite.Success came from the original design,the greyhound found a new home, with helpfrom the website, and Dash went on to live ina nursing home.As the website evolved new features wereadded and the page in its current form is apowerful and essential promotional tool forthe Greyhound Adoption Program.Di regularly gives up her valuable timevoluntarily to update articles and photographson the website and manage the site on a dailybasis.A large quantity of inquiries and adoptionsare a direct result of visitors to the website.The interest the site generates isenormous, and has helped find homes forhundreds of dogs, and educated many peopleabout the greyhound's nature.With three pet greyhounds at home, Diand her son Rick have an interest in the racingside of the industry as well.They have raced Polar Princess who wona couple of races for them, and currently havea greyhound named King Kissy and a SurfLorian pup that they are looking forward toracing in the future.Regulars at the Capalaba greyhound track,Di and Rick (pictured above) created awebpage for Capalaba, and more recently Dihas completed a website for Brisbane andRichmond Clubs in NSW.Her business known as Dinky Di webdesign has created pages for many greyhoundstuds and kennels.The number of visits to the GreyhoundAdoption Program website and commentsreceived about the site is proof that Di isleading the way with her web design.Dogs for Racing OverseasMust be under 26 monthsPh Steve Wilkes(07) 54230276 or 0427 319944The (November, 2006) Journal Page 24

CommitteeThe QGBOTA had its annual generalmeeting at Albion Park and the managementcommittee for 2006-07 is as follows.President - Brad NewmanVice-president - Bob PatchingSecretary - Pat MarchantTreasurer - Rob GauntCommittee - Mary Crawford, GlennSmith, Dave Sterling, Kevin GallawayI would like to welcome our newcommittee and thank those departingcommittee members for their hard work. Mythanks also goes to the many committed andpassionate members of the QGBOTA, whichare the driving force behind the association.Special thanks to Rob and Wendy Gauntfor their tremendous efforts running our BBQevery Friday night at Albion Park and to PeterHinds for his hard work looking after theLawnton trial track.And thank you to everyone who has beeninvolved, associated or helped the QGBOTAover the past year, including the GRA andthe greyhound racing clubs.The new year holds exciting potential weare eager to seize and thanks to the efforts ofcommittees and members of past and presentwe are well placed for a fantastic year.We are passionately dedicated to seeingour association grow and continue to be apositive organisation within greyhoundracing.Bob DoakBy CHRIS McLEODContinued from Oct editionBOBDoak's next top liner was GeminiTodd.Another black sprinter who also wonfour races at Harold Park and two atWentworth Park, he was a finalist in the1970 Bi-Annual Classic [now the PeterMosman Memorial).However, in 1971 Gemini Todd peakedand won the Winter Stakes at Harold Parkas well as the Central Coast Championshipat Gosford, South Coast SprintChampionship at Dapto in record time andGrafton and Wauchope Cup in recordtime.Gemini Todd was the first in a long lineof Sydney city sprinters trained by BobDoak between 1970 and 1977.Considering that he rarely trainedmore than four or five greyhounds at anyone time his record was quite remarkable.The next was the bitch Shane'sMonaro. She was fifth in the 1978 VicPeters Memorial Classic at Harold Parkbut then scored a brilliant win in the LadiesBracelet.PacificPark227 Goldmine Road, OrmeauTrialsCircle & StraightBy appointment onlyCall TOM0414 827392Brad NewmanI encourage any licensee interested,passionate and concerned about the prosperityof our industry to join the QGBOTA.Lawnton TrackReport by Peter HindsAfter a long delay caused by complicatedand frustrating council approval negotiations,the Lawnton track extension is now completedand much appreciated by our long sufferingand loyal key holders and casual users.I must emphasise this would not bepossible without long hours, months ofvoluntary hard labour by that great group ofhelpers who gave not only their time but manyof the equipment and materials that cut costsgreatly.For general information, the track is now244m from front of boxes to catching pen.We would like to thank Neal Thompsonfor donating the joiners to stand the iron posts.Through his powder coating businessNSW Greyhound of the year ShapelyEscort was fourth but took out the CentralCoast Championship at Gosford.A litter by The Smoother out ofAcademy Lass comprising of just four pupsturned out to be all city winners. AcademyQueen and Toddono both won at HaroldPark, but the undoubted stars were theblack dogs Dusty Trail and Dusty Rapid.Dusty Trail won his Maiden art HaroldPark in the world record time of 26.38 andthen took out the 1973 Bi -Annual Classic.He then ran second to the outsiderRushin' Moss in the National Derby andwas unplaced to the mighty New Marinerin the National Sprint Championship.Dusty Rapid broke Dusty Trails' worldmaiden record scoring in 26.36 but didn'tquite manage to reached the same loftyheights as his littermate.The only dog that Bob Doak did notown or breed, was the black bitch LikelyLight.He took over her preparation after theSt Leger winner's form slipped and he gother back on track to win the NationalFuturityBreak-ins$60per weekGBOTA NewsWallaby he powder coated the boxes.John Allison donated the iron to enclosethe extension from the neighbouring propertyto prevent the greyhounds being distracted bythe domestic dogs. He has also donated thepipe stays.Patrick Gilshanon donated and laidcement slabs on which to install the excellentset of boxes."Gene-o" loaned us his welder.Mark Forbes has been invaluable in hishelp welding as well as his labouring skillsand general pick up and delivery.Hazel Rolph, Col Sherwood, KevinLambourne, Ray Crystal, Bobby Crystal, ouroverseer, Brad Newman plus myselfcompleted the team. If I have missed anyoneplease accept our thanks.Trial times are:Thursday: 3:30 to finish.Sunday: 6:30 to finish.Tuesday: 4:30 to finish.Charge is $3 behind lure. $2 for slip.Members wanting keys are now charged$12.50 a month to remainder of the year.GRAQ governanceThe GRAQ has invited the QGBOTA tomake a submission in regards to a suitableconstitution of a future corporatised GRAQ.The future governance of the GRAQ is avery important issue and the QGBOTA willstrive to deliver a thorough andcomprehensive submission, reflective of theneeds and wants of the greyhound racingindustry.The opinions and thoughts of licensees inregards to governance are greatly welcomeat our next general meeting.Next MeetingThe next meeting of the QGBOTA willbe held at Albion Park, on Monday November6, starting at 6pm.MembershipMembership forms are available on ourwebsite QGBOTA.com, at our weekly BBQat Albion Park on Fridays or by contacting acommittee member.Cost is $10 for individual membership or$15 for a family.Brad Newman 0400880295all-star@iinet.net.auNOVEMBER 4Maiden (420m) $430Novice Stayers Stk (652m) 1-4 wins, $690GRNSW Country Challenge (420m) 2 heats, best 16NOVEMBER 11Maiden (420m) $430Tweed Valley Stk (520m) Best 8, $740GRNSW Country Challenge Final (420m) winner $3500NOVEMBER 18Maiden (420m) $430Maiden (520m) $430Novice Stayers Stk (652m) 1-4 wins, $690GRNSW Country Challenge (520m) Placegetters qualify for final at LismoreNov 28 (1st, 2nd, 3rd from Tweed & Casino, 1st, 2nd from Grafton toLismore). Winner at Lismore to Grand Final Wentworth Park December 9,winner $8000 plus trophy and rug.NOVEMBER 25Summer Maiden Series (420m) For 32 maidens, $500 to winnerCoolangatta Stk (420m) Best 8, $740Stayers Mixed Stk (652m) 0-1 win, $690Phone (07) 55364555Fax (07) 55366894The (November, 2006) Journal Page 25

THE path to Group 1 glory is never aGary Clarksimple one.The Paws Of Thunder at Wentworth Park,in its seventh running, had many twists andturns even before the boxes opened and theend result was one that not even ownerStephen Conner thought was possible earlierthis year.Victorian-trained Suave Fella came fromsixth out of the first turn to explode betweenrunners in the final 50 metres to give Connerand Jason Thompson a win that had aninteresting build up.Connor, who gave away dogs for 20years, couldn't help himself whenreading the Greyhound Recorder in2003 when visiting his parents home inCasino.He saw a pup for sale and made thecall.The events that followed almostended Connor's involvement in thesport, but it also got him into theThompson kennel.When Connor was left with a coupleof dogs he had to find a trainer for themand decided to call Jason."Jason was a little hesitant at the timedue to the circumstances and it reallytook some talking to get him to take atleast one dog," Connor said.That dog was Schauman who had areasonable career in Victoria beforeConnor sent him to Perth and then on toEric Castle in Queensland.That's when Connor askedThompson to find him a good dog."Jason rang and said he has beenwatching a dog who is strong, doesthings wrong but has ability, so I tookthe advice and paid a fair sum," he said.That dog was Suave Fella. Earlier this year he was injured at Ballarat and had an extended break, one that has paid dividends.IGRCIpswich Greyhound Racing ClubNew South Wales'Leading allthe Way'Vince Curry Highland SmashRepair Memorial Maiden Series'Australia's Richest Maiden &Only Maiden Group Race'$25,000 to the Winner FinalQualifying Heats - Saturday February 10Quarter Finals - Tuesday February 20Semi Finals - Tuesday February 27Grand Final - Tuesday March 6'The Vince Curry - The Nursery of Champions'Highland Smash Repair'Our Major Sponsor & Provider of all your smash repair needs'31 Standish Street, Salisbury.Phone: 07 3277 2722 Fax: 07 3277 9447'Support Those who Support Our Industry'Ipswich Greyhound Racing ClubPh: 07 3202 2977 Fax: 07 3202 2510 Email: igrc@gil.com.au"We knew we had a good dog after Jasonrang and said he had trialled a post to postrecord at Sandown. Jason said this dog was amachine and he has had a few to compare."A winner now in three states, Suave Fellahas earnings of $125,000."Jason said after drawing the one box inthe final that we were a real chance ofwinning, again he was right," Connor said.Amazingly, Connor had never metThompson or even seen the dog race live untilthe night of the heats.Connor's parents moved to the CentralCoast from Sydney when his father Pat retiredand then moved to Casino. They have raceddogs for 30 years.Steve Landsdown, one of Steve's matesfrom school, helped get the Connors intogreyhound racing.Eric Landsdown, Steve's father, and oneof the great trainers of the past few decades,organised a dog from Alex Reid in Victoria."Mum and dad got a dog named Cabaman* Boarding Facilities* Spelling* Pre-Training* Break-in $60pw* RearingThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 26Steve Kim and SarahConnor and trainerJason Thompsonwith Paws ofThunder winnerSuave Fella.in 1976 and won eight races," saidConnor."It was hard not to be involved whenyour parents and mates are in the game,so dad gave me and my brother Mick adog."We named it Equal Interest and Iremember clearly going to trial atSingleton and returning on the Friday,emptied the bank account and our firstwinner hooked me."Mick is now the steward at Casino.Steve went to one of the strongest RugbyLeague schools in Sydney south at De LaSalle and was coached by Ron Arnold whohas been a casual guest on Sky Racing's "TheCatching Pen" and is MC at GBOTAmeetings at Wentworth Park.So why two decades out of the sport afterinitially being hooked?"I got married (to Kim) became a panelbeater, then started a family (daughter Sarah)and we saved to buy a home," he said.Connor has five Collision-Makasa Balepups about to be broken in and there is littledoubt the standout will be heading south.Suave Fella seemed certain to gain aTopgun start and then head to the MelbourneCup before a possible trip to Perth.Will Stephen and the family finally travelto see their star."The seats are booked already, Kim laiddown the instructions, it looks like we willall be doing a fair bit of travelling now."Nathan & RhondaGOODWIN’SBoarding Kennels& Trial Track40104 Bruce Highway, Deeragun (T'ville)(07) 4774 4780 or 0408 180 768Straight Trial Track(sand/loam surface)* Monday 6-7:30am* Tuesday 6-7:30am 5:30-6:30pm* Wednesday 6-7:30am 5:30-6:30pm* Thursday CLOSED* Friday 6-7:30am 5:30-6:30pm* Saturday By Appointment Only* Sunday 6-7:30am 5-Dark

LITTLE RIVER trainer PaulBartolo has a range of optionswith his outstanding BrettLee-Leprechaun Yap litter but looks setto target the Western Australian YoungStar Classic in November.Miss Mini Mouse won the SouthAustralian Oaks after recording a besttime of 29.39.Her litter sister Betty's Angel hadstolen all the headlines in the lead-up tothe final after clocking a sensational29.17 at Angle Park.But she couldn't cross from the pinkin the final and finished down the track.Bartolo said he thought Miss MiniMouse was a great chance because herquicker sister has had trouble beforecrossing the field from box eight.The trainer also bred the litter out ofLeprechaun Yap (Hotshot-LeprechaunMiss) who was a multiple city winnerwith a best time at Sandown of 30.06.She had 37 starts for 14 wins, mostlyin the city, and collected almost $45,000in prizemoney.He said there were five bitches andtwo dogs in the litter and he sold two ofthe pups.Global Warming is racing in Perthand a very quick bitch which broke herhock was sold as a broodbitch but couldstill make it back to the track.Bartolo said the dog he has, FastIndian, damaged a metacarpal in his firstrace start when he won clocking 29.98 atThe Meadows.He said Fast Indian had already hadfour months on the sidelines and x-raysAndrew Thomsonshowed he would not be ready to putback into work until mid-November."Betty's Angel has always been oneand a half to two lengths faster thanMiss Mini Mouse and Fast Indian is asquick as Betty's Angel," he said."It's been very frustrating him beingon the sidelines because he is missing outon the puppy races, but we just don'thave a choice."He'll make a decent race dog. He's32kg and just perfect for two turntracks."Bartolo said he would keep his 26kgbitches on the two turn tracks and letthem go through their grades."They can get out in front and bowlalong without getting into too muchtrouble," he said.The trainer said Leprechaun Yap wasthe best bitch he had raced."She won the Rosebowl at GeelongVictoriaand got beat in the Laurels by a nose,"he said."I've only got six in work, but they allgo all right," he said."We've also got another litter ofBrett Lee-Chloe Jones coming throughand they broke in alright," he said.Bartolo has been involved ingreyhounds for about 15 years, but hewas always going to be hooked after hisfirst venture.He bought four pups from SteveKavanagh, of Brother Fox fame, twoturned out to be Farmer George andPaulatana."Because I bought four he droppedthe price from $1000 each to $900, butSteve rang me after they started and toldme I got a good bargain," he said.Bartolo also bred Leprechaun Yap.Previous Leprechaun Miss littersincluded one by Head Honcho thatincluded Jones Junior, Clearwater Boy,Royal Assassin and Lynshia Star.His first Chloe Jones litter includedTrewly Special, Two Up Larry and GoForever.Other outstanding chasers he bredwere Smack Wallop and Ammo.The 47-year-old said he has been fulltimein greyhounds for the best part of15 years."I thought I would give it a go andthis is where we are now," he said."The quickest I've had would beJones Junior. Leprechaun Yap had abrother Smash Bang that ran 29.80 whenhe was 16 months old but he brokedown."Betty's Angel goes all right. She'snever drawn the red and it'll beinteresting to see how fast she can gofrom the inside draw," he said.BRISBANE GREYHOUND RACING CLUBproudly presents$93,000 Group 1Sky Channel Brisbane Cup 520mFor the best Greyhounds nominatedHeats - 7th DecemberFinal - 14th DecemberWinner - $55,000 + Trophy & RugSecond - $10,000Third - $5300Fourth - $1500Unplaced - $500“HOT SUMMER NIGHTS”Sky Channel Beach Party14th December 2006• Committee Room • Christmas Buffet• Entertainment • $35 per personBookings to be made directly with theClub on (07) 3862 1744Bookings close Monday 11th DecemberGeorge Dailly with Pororoca. Pororocawinning the Brisbane Cup in 2005 in atrack record time of 29.66Support program 14th December• Brisbane Cup Consolation - Winner $4000• Heats Christmas Stocking 5th Grade - 520mBest 16 5th grade greyhoundsnominated plus reservesFinal 21st December Winner $3500• Catching Pen Best 8 - 710m• Sky Channel 20 Years Best 8 - 600mNominations close 8.30 am (Qld time) on December 4th with the Qld GRA. For further information please contact Sharon at the BGRC on (07) 3862 1744The (November, 2006) Journal Page 27

So You Want to be aGreyhoundTrainerAll New!GreyhoundTraining BookContact:The Greyhound Racing Authority of Qldon (07) 32627800or PO Box 250 Albion, Q, 4010$22(incls GST)plus $5 Postage and HandlingThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 28

Mark Green, wife of trainerRoger, with RockhamptonYoung Guns winner AncientRhythm and club officialRay Pike.LeighwonoverRogerROGER Green is a man who likes to keepto himself.In fact, wife Mary and "my old mate" DesYoungberg are about the only two who canpenetrate the Green inner sanctum.So when big-time owner Terry Hinesbought his wife Leigh a promising young pupsome months ago and asked Roger to train it,the answer was a firm "No".In fact, that was the answer for a month.Eventually, Hines wore him down and Rogerended up with Ancient Rhythm.Hines had bought the son of Token Prince-Fancy Chic off an impressive breaking inreport. He bought him as a present for his wifeLeigh, the first dog she has owned.So when Roger headed off north andlanded a Young Guns at Rockhampton withAncient Rhythm, Leigh was overjoyed."Roger even tried to buy him from us,"said Terry Hines. "But this is the first dogLeigh has owned. When I offered him toRoger to train, he said no, and kept saying nofor a month."Ancient Rhythm won the Young Guns finalin impressive style and ran 29.47 just outsidethe track record held by Gozo Farmer whoGreen had trained for most of his career.Young Guns (510m)Rockhampton1 ANCIENT RHYTHM $1.30(Token Prince-Fancy Chic)Owner: Leigh HinesTrainer: Roger Green2 WESTHOT TEXAS $4(Modern Assassin-Fraternise)3 DARKWIN $4.60(Go Wild Teddy-Queen Of Tigers)Others: 4 Tweed Intent $4, 5 Soul Star $5,6 She's Modwest $5.50, 7 Wired Aces $15,8 Sensai $17. Time: 29.47.Secretary'sNotesCAPALABAThe club will increase prizemoney from October 1.$13,000 has gone into increasing second place prizemoney by $20 per race.All levels of prizemoney have been increased for the higher-grade races.This continues the policy of the Club to return operating profits where possible to thetrainers.Previously this was done on an adhoc basis by increasing the number of races run as wellas running special heats and finals with higher prizemoney levels.The club has programmed the Santa comes to Capalaba day for the December 9.There will be the usual free rides and entertainments for the young ones.Just a reminder that if you are a QGBOTA member and you produce your membershipcard when trialling at Capalaba you will receive a reduction of $1 a trial.ROCKHAMPTONAs most greyhound trainers are aware the summertime racing in Rockhampton can be alittle "humid" at times, particularly with the number of Saturday daytime meetings.Things are about to change with the completion of the air-conditioning of the kennel blockas well as all kennels now being on the one level.All modifications were completed with the kind assistance of the GRA and all trainers andtheir charges will be grateful for this necessary change for the welfare of all.Any visitors to the club are assured their greyhounds will be well provided for in thecomfort stakes and any licensees heading this way should contact the club for any otherassistance regarding overnight kennelling, accommodation etc.The AGM has recently been conducted and the office bearers for the committee are GeorgeBarnham (Pres), David Pollard (V/Pres), Ray Pike (Treasurer), Ray Young Barry Pendleburyand Rose Hall.The committee is always approachable regarding any matters for the betterment of theclub and the industry in general.Supporting ProgramSundayDecember 17Heats of the Top Cat Video ChristmasGift SE - 440m (Final of $5000 to be runDecember 26)TuesdayDecember 26Valda Clavarino Memorial SE 650m$2840Heats Causeway Mazda Summer Cup SE520m (Final $5000 to be run SundayDecember 31)Heats Super Gobis Grade 5 440m (Finalof $2840 to be run Sunday December 31.Gobis Bonuses totaling $2500 for eligiblegreyhounds)2006 3TR FM/3GVSaleCupGROUP 2 650MSPECIAL EVENT (ALL GRADES)Trialling or overnightaccommodation and kenneling canbe arranged by contacting theRacing Manager, Des Dooley(03) 5144 2148TOTAL PRIZEMONEY $52,765Heats $2840 ($2000 to winner)Sunday December 17Final $35,725 ($25,000 to winner)Tuesday December 26The (November, 2006) Journal Page 29

IN all the years I've been in greyhoundracing, there have been some wonderfulhighlights.Probably the biggest betting plunge Iever saw was at Capalaba plenty of yearsago, and it was landed by John Reimer.The dog was Pacific Ben and Iremember it like it was yesterday.In those days there were 10 bookies atCapalaba, and they would let you on.Pacific Ben won comfortably. But thething that stood out was the punter whocollected the Reimer winnings.He looked more like a music teacher,horn-rimmed glasses, and the look thathardly seemed likely to be handling such abetting commission.The bookie kept letting him on, and henever ran out of money to back the dog.I watched him collect and was amazed.He stuffed the money into a large plasticbag which by the time he was finished wasbulging.I've since discussed this day withJohnny and of course he remembers it well.He didn't tell me the "music teacher's"name. JR might still have him up his sleevefor a future punt.On a trip to Lismore "in the good olddays", one of the locals was holding courtalongside the fence waiting for the dogs tobe called onto the track.His dog looked terrible, very poor tosay the least.Syd NorrisMemoriesHe was telling one of the punters on theother side of the fence what he was andwasn't giving his dog at the time.We fell about laughing when one of theother handlers, a local woman trainer, saidto the guy holding court "had he ever tried athing called MEAT".My late father Perc was a characterhimself, dry wit, and knew everyone.In the early days of straight track racing,there was no kennelling. We would justkeep the dogs under a tree for shade andwhen our race came up, we would headover to the track.When dad and I turned up to race, Iwould always get left with the dogs.Perc would head off.He'd chat to everyone, finding out whatthey had done with their dogs all week, whothought they could win, and who didn't.He had that way of getting the info outof people. By the time he came back to meand the dogs, he knew the lot.Yes, he was a sticky beak.Back in the 50s, dad pulled off a greatcoup. It was in a final at Capalaba.In those days Archie Sugden (a formertop local trot driver) was riding the horsewho pulled the lure for the dog races.Keith Fuller, a likable larrikin, has MissKingscliffe in a big final on the day and wehad Long Story up against her.Miss Kingscliffe was a "bit of a nonnie"and needed a short hare drive, while LongStory would chase without a lure he wasthat good a chaser.On one of Perc's pre-race fact findingmissions he found out Keith Fuller hadoffered Archie 10 shillings to keep the hareright under the nose of Miss Kingscliffe.Dad wasted no time getting to Archie tooffer him a quid, one pound, to make sureArchie rode that horse as hard as he could.That's how it turned out and Long Storywon.Next Edition:MORE HIGHLIGHTS.Remembering KayUnfortunately I missed the opportunityto say a farewell to Kay Easton in mycolumn in last month's Journal.If ever there was a person "bred" to bein greyhound racing it was Kay. Herfather George Rowley was a long-timetrainer, and a great trainer with dogs likeTravelogue and Gay Occa.I remember of Kay that she had awonderful sense of humour, quick wittedand always fun to be with. She loved to tella joke or listen to a joke.My late dad Perc also always soughtout Kay's company at a racetrack and theyhad a whale of a time.Kay and her husband Eric were likechalk and cheese, but they were partnersfor decades. The great dogs they had werea credit to their ability as trainers, andboth were ever so highly respected by theentire industry.I know for a fact, Eric will miss Kaywith all his heart. They were best mates aswell as husband and wife. We'll all missher.ABOVE: Malibu Gem streaks away to win a maiden at Casino. RIGHT: Anthony Bennettand Diane Sneddon with Malibu Gem.Anthony reckons he's proved his pointANTHONY Bennett doesn'tmuch care for what other peoplethink.If he did, neither he nor partnerDiane Sneddon, would havebothered to keep Malibu Gem.The daughter of Solid Ebony-Dancin' Nancy achieved a fewmilestones some weeks ago when shewon a Maiden at Casino forMundoolin based Bennett andSneddon.It was the bitch's first win, at her44th race start. She had turned fiveyears and four months a few daysbefore.The May 2001 whelp is a fawnbitch and much loved by Bennettand Sneddon. So much so that theykept her, and her only, whileAnthony battled throughmeningococcal meningitis in March of2004."The only reason we kept her wasbecause she was the only dog we hadduring the time I was in hospital,"Anthony told The Journal.Bennett spent nine days on lifesupport before resisting the dreadedillness.Malibu Gem is nothing special as arace dog.In fact, "Jackie", as she is knownaround home, is the only winner fromher litter."The only one to ever pass anotherdog in a race," said Anthony.But Anthony and Diane are ingreyhound racing for more reasonsthat just to win.They love it, and specially lovetheir dogs. Which is why Malibu Gemwas given a second chance."She was kept as a pet aroundhome while I was recovering," saidAnthony."But she started galloping aboutthe place and eventually we decided toput her back into training."When she finally won her maiden,over 411m at Casino in September,Anthony and Diane reckoned they hadproven their point."It was a fantastic thrill just to winthat race with her," he said. "Andnow she will probably retire."In all Malibu Gem has now wonone race and been placed nine times,eight of those at Casino.Anthony reckons the point heproved is that most people give intoo quickly, not just in greyhoundracing, but in life."Many people would think I ammad for keeping her this long, andsome would even have their usualchuckle."But we ride the bumps in lifeand just enjoy racing our dogs," hesaid.The majority of the Bennettgreyhounds are found homes whenthey retire.Some 15 enjoy life in retirementwith families throughout the southeast.As Anthony said, it might havebeen a lowly Casino maiden, but tohe and Diane, it was everything.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 30

On race night, Bernie's the right catchByNATHAN GOODWINAS an owner or a trainer you are normally veryhappy to win, but as a catcher it is hard to hide theexcitement from Bernie Fraser in Townsville.Bernie has been the No. 1 catcher in Townsvillesince racing began here in December 1976 andcontinues to catch winner after winner each week.After catching a winner, Bernie is more thanhappy to tell you his current yearly tally, which atthe time of writing stands at 58 for 2006."My best year of catching winners is 73 in onecalendar year, but I am going to break that thisyear," said Bernie.Bernie, 56, works hard on a daily basis now withSt Vinnies unloading trucks.But for the past 30 years or more he worked forthe Hart family firstly on there soft drink run andlater in the landscaping business."I can count on one hand the greyhoundmeetings I have missed at Townsville," he said. "Itry to never miss a meeting, who knows I might notcatch a winner."When asked about the good dogs Bernie hascaught over the years, he rattled them off like itwas yesterday."Swanky Gun for Joe Olsen, Avenue Princessand Idol Eyes for Tom Hill, Ella's Legend for FredChristenson and all my favourite trainers dog's,Mal Little, including Blessed Power, Dr Woosh,Bernie Fraser withyet another winner.Curly Shuffle," he said."I've caught five Townsville Cup winners whichincluded the last 643m Cup won by MickCampbell's Act All Over."This year I caught my first big race winner inCairns when Darla for Mal Little won the CairnsCup Consolation."Bernie does also have a City catch to his credit."I was in Brisbane on holidays in July 2004 whenMal Little had Juninho (Trendy Leigh-PistolSmoke) with Denis Guppy and one Friday afternoonI got the call to catch him and he won."That's my one and only catch at Albion Parkfor a winner."When asked about the best trainers he has seen."Mal Little without a doubt, Tom Hill and MickCampbell," said Bernie. Bernie is also a sportingfanatic and never short of an opinion to boot."I have never missed a basketball match inTownsville with the Suns and now the Crocs," hesaid."I like going to Cowboy's home games with mygood friend Joe Dyer, but I love watching all thesports and racing on the television."But most of all I love dog racing."Bernie is something of a sports historian who isamazing at the facts and figures he can rememberof just about any sport you want to mention.It's never a night at the dogs unless BernieFraser is catching, but most of all catching winners.And Bernie's payment ... a can of lemonade.MeatRacing Mince (5% fat in 2kg & 20kg)Beef Mix (20kg only)Roo Meat (5kg & 20kg)Chicken Mince (1kg, 2kg & 10kg)Breeders Choice (chicken, F&V, Offal, Meat)Weaner (All-in-one)Edge (Beef, F&V, Bone Offal, 15% fat)Cooked Chicken Roll (2kg)BARF Patties - Dr Billinghurst’s Aussie R.A.W is available in sixflavours - Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Pork, Kangaroo and Combination(which contains beef, lamb, pork, chicken).BonesBeef, Pork, Lamb Bones; Roo Tails; Chicken NecksBiscuits & KibblesBox 1 4x2 (10kg) $22.95Box 1 2x2 (10kg) $22.95MAX Biscuits (18kg) $42Pets Delight (20kg) $22.95Top Draw (Racing Kibble) $29.95Bonnie(Working Dog, Complete, Puppy)Box 1 Gold $33Ph (07) 47289981Enduro Racer(Racer, Full Boar, Complete, Plus & Puppy)Rex's Beef & Chicken $24.95Rex's Family Dog $22.95Advance(1.5kg to 18kg)Pro Plan(1.8kg to 18kg)Fax (07) 47251720Royal Canin(1.5kg to 17kg)Pedigree Performance (18kg)Pedigree Natural (20kg)Optimum(18kg)Cat FoodGrand OpeningWhiskas(10kg)Friskies(10kg)SupplimentsSuper Cell(450 gm, 1kg & 3kg)December 4(Also available in 2kg & 5kg packs)Collars, Leads, Race and Plastic muzzles, hammock frames, bed covers,Fido Shampoo, Heartworm Flea & Tick Supplies.Electrolytes(1kg)Vitamin E(200 gm & 1kg)Vitamin 3(1kg)Methionine(450 gm)Bovine Colostrum (450g gm)Little Mate Milk Powder (20kg) $75The (November, 2006) Journal Page 31Unit 4, 59 Bowen RoadRosslea, TownsvilleDeliveryavailable in mostNth Qld areas

Peter RoseAust Winning LinesSUAVE FELLA2006 Group 1 Paws of ThunderModern AssassinSUAVE FELLAJessie ShirazAwesome AssassinMagic GairnBlack ShirazMary McGregorLight Of FireTranquil FlameMalawi's PrinceFancy GairnGingerDark HorizonNew TearsMrs McGregorNew TearsCentrefireAcacia AblazePlacid DoveMalawi (Waverly Supreme*-Sabby's Image)Duchess MarinaTangairnFancy ValEaglehawk StarRinaldi LassBuka Sunset (Waverly Supreme*-Sabby's Image)Sarah's SanctionPretty ShortStarfire LadyBrother FoxTravel BugSire: MODERN ASSASSIN (2002 Paws Of Thunder (Wpk), 2002 Perth Cup (Can), 2002Nat Sprint CÆship Vic Fnl (Spk), 2001 Geelong Cup, TR Sandown Park 515m). Sire of:SUAVE FELLA (2006 Paws Of Thunder (Wpk)), MODERN SUPREME (2006 MultiquipMagic Mdn (Wpk)), DIMPLES AND ICE (2006 Mandurah Oaks), BROTHER JAY (TRGrafton 480m), PROVEN KOOL (TR Shepparton 450m), MODERN SECRET (TRBathurst 450m), DYNA REDBULL (Top grade Melbourne sprinter)1st Dam: JESSIE SHIRAZ (Top grade Sydney sprinter, 7 wins Wpk 30.12)dam of: MARY McWILD (3 wins BGC 22.89, 30.61)RADAR TEDDY (Top grade Perth shortcourser)WILD BUDDY (BGC 23.49)GO WILD JESSIE (Wpk 30.39)2nd Dam: MARY McGREGORdam of: LEISURE PARK (Sire)OFFICIAL SECRET (Wpk 30.92, BGC 36.06)OLYMPIC SHIRAZ (Wpk 30.63, BGC 30.59, Mea 30.23-518m)2nd dam of: DEVIL’S ASSASSIN (TR Casino 411m, 2 wins Wpk 30.64)CAWBOURNE LUKEY (Apk 30.61)LOUIS BOOKER (5 wins BGC 30.42)CAWBOURNE CADMAN (BGC 23.44)POTTSVILLE (Wpk 30.61)STRIKE BACK (BGC 30.35)3rd Dam: MRS McGREGOR (Wpk 30.75)dam of: COOMEALLA FLYER (2 wins Wpk 31.09)NICE AND TIGHT (2 wins BGC 31.30)2nd dam of: EUROKA ROC (Wpk 31.02)4th Dam: TRAVEL BUG (Smart Gabba sprinter)dam of: DAIWA (1989 Provincial Cup Opk)DAISY CLOVER (1989 Horsham Easter Cup, TR Olympic Park 600m,Horsham 480m)3rd dam of: UPTOWN COSMO (1998 SA Sprint Title (Apk), TR Angle Park 515m)4th dam of: ARVO’S ATHENA (2004 Carnival Cup (Spk), 2004 McKenna Mem (Spk),2004 Dillon Mem (Spk), 2004 Canning Show Cup (Can), 2004 WarragulDistance C’ship, 2004 Navy Week Tphy (Spk), TR Angle Park 731m)5th Dam: GALLANT ANNE (1979 Qld GOTY, 1979 Qld Futurity (Gba), 1979 Lord MayorsCup (Gba), 1979 Autumn Tphy (Gba), 1979 Silver Collar (Cap)Dam of: WEE ROBBIE (1984 Tooheys Draught Tphy (Hpk), 1983 Lismore Cup, TR Ipswich431m)ROCKET SUPREME (1982 Coca-Cola Classic (Lis), TR Gabba 420m, Sire)DRESSED IN BLACK (TR Ipswich 512m)LINDA’S LIBERTY (TR Ipswich 431m)FLAG THE FAWN (1985 Qld Constellation (Gba), 1985 Lawnton Futurity)2nd dam of: ORIENTAL KING (1988 Toowoomba Cup)FABULOUS FAWN (1992 Capalaba Straight Track Classic)LATIN ROMEO (1991 Lawnton 100,000)MADELINA (1991 Qld Puppy Classic Gba)RAMPANT STORM (1993 Spring Gift Can)TOSS THE TEDDY (1994 Coca-Cola Cup (BGC), 1994 Parklands Derby, 1995Lawnton Cup, 1995 Golden Sands Classic (Pkl), 1995 Pine Rivers Silver Cup(Law), Sire)Spotlight on BreedingIn this edition of The Journal, noted pedigree analystPETER ROSE looks at the impact on Australiangreyhound bloodlines by the imported broodbitchTapestry. It is such an impact, we will run the article intwo parts, in November and December editions.In any discussion of influential broodbitches, one sure to get a mention is an English bitchwho came to Australia in the 1950s. Her name was Tapestry.Tapestry was bred by Captain Jack Chadwick, a prominent coursing figure in the UKwhere he judged 22 Waterloo Cups.Tapestry was closely related to some top class performers in England and Ireland. Herdam Danger O'Leer (Bah's Choice-Baytown Nightingale) was a sister to Devil O'Leer, QualityO'Leer, Dancer O'Leer and Despot O'Leer who stood at stud in Australia but failed to make animpact.Devil O'Leer won the Springbok Hurdle and equalled the White City 550y track record onthe flat. Quality O'Leer was the grand-dam of Chittering Clapton who scored a brilliant victoryin the 1965 English Derby.Dancer O'Leer was the third dam of Dark Baby (1962 Irish Laurels, TR Cork 525y) andeighth dam of Proud To Run (1988 English Cesarewitch, 1989 BBC TV Tphy).Baytown Nightingale (by Manhattan Midnight) was a daughter of the top class sprintingbitch Baytown Iris (Tanist-Little Nettle) who finished second in the 1944 Irish Oaks and wasan excellent broodbitch.Her son Baytown Dagger won the 1955 Midland Flat C'ship at Hall Green while herdaughter Baytown Bonus produced the sensational sprinter Baytown Coak (by Mad Tanist)who won 9 of his 12 starts including the 1954 Callanan Cup (Harolds Cross) and ran trackrecords at both Shelbourne Park and Harolds Cross.Tapestry's fourth dam Little Nettle (Erin's Best-White Betty) was the mother of BaytownCuckoo, Baytown Blossom and Baytown Pigeon who won the 1947 English Grand National.Baytown Cuckoo was a handy stud dog and Baytown Blossom the dam of Baytown Caddiewho won the 1953 Northern Flat C'ship (Belle Vue) and made many good finals including the1953 English Derby.Tapestry's sixth dam Lady Ashgrove (Hargrove-Barred Bet) can be found in the damlineof many fine greyhounds such Ballyowen Chief (1965 Irish Derby, 1965 Irish Track GOTY),La Cosa Nostra (1979 Irish Nat Sprint) and Nick Savva's outstanding producer Cricket Dance.Tapestry's sire Quare Customer (Mad Tanist-Queen Of Song) won the 1950 EnglishCesarewitch and ran second in the English Derby.Tapestry was bred along similar lines to the brilliant Baytown Coak with Mad Tanist,Bah's Choice and Baytown Iris figuring prominently in both pedigrees. Both were linebred tothe champion sire, Tanist.Tapestry carried a 3x4 linebreeding to him.FIRST LITTERIn 1958, Tapestry had her first litter.They were sired by Rocket Jet and included Lord Lakey who ran third in the 1959 MelbourneCup at 18 months.Lord Lakey sired 1963 Victorian Coursing Oaks winner Lady Lakey and some goodbroodbitches.The Rocket Jet-Tapestry litter also contained Rock Marn who was to continue an importantbranch of the line. Rock Marn is best known through her daughters Marney and Marneena.Marney's daughter Tacron was dam of Mutineer (who represented South Australia in the1974 National Sprint) and the outstanding broodbitch Pengala.Pengala's 1975 litter to Fine Scot produced Festival (TR Lawnton 609m) and Fine Aramawho was rated as one of the fastest sprinters to have raced at Wentworth Park. Fine Aramawon the 1977 NSW St Leger (Wpk) and the Penrith Derby.TANGALOAIn 1976 Pengala had a litter to Temlee which was even better.It contained Gannet (1979 Wagga Gold Cup in a track record for 435m), Black Smoothie(1978 Champion Of Champions Sprint Vic Fnl) and Tangaloa.Tangaloa won the 1978 Melbourne Cup, the 1980 Australian Cup, was runner-up in the1979 Australian Cup and held the track record at Traralgon over 513m.He then became of Australia's best stud dogs with progeny like Eaglehawk Star, PrettyShort, Rustic Venture, Kid Campbell, November Prince, Kununurra, Maggiore, Stetson,Tangairn, Tutanekai Lad and Tangleshell.Marneena was the dam of influential broodbitch Roland Lass, dam of Big Cheyenne,AUSTRALIAN WINNING LINESVolume 13 - 2005 $50 (inc postage & handling)Containing all the usual features of the greyhound year: City Winners; Sires, Dams& Maternal Grandsires of City Winners; Western Australia; Australian FeatureRace Winners; Sires, Dams, Maternal Grandsires and Pedigrees of Feature RaceWinners; Australian Track Records and Overseas Feature Winners.Cheques/Money Orders payable to:Peter Rose, PO Box 330, Jimboomba, Qld, 4280.Ph (07) 5548 6687The (November, 2006) Journal Page 32

Spotlight on Breedingby Peter RoseDenerol Lass, Roland Holme, The Fan Dancer and Stulynn.Big Cheyenne won the 1976 Nat Dist C'ship Tasmanian Final (Lcn).Denerol Lass was the dam of Honey Blue (1983 Cairns Cup) and Kirwan Cutie (1979Carlton Cup (Gba), TR Townsville 643m).Roland Holme produced Linden Busy (1980 Qld Shortcourse (Gba), TR Casino 411m)and Pace Holme (1983 Wauchope Thousand, TR Grafton 402m).The Fan Dancer was the dam of Big Rooster, one time record holder for the 479m atBeenleigh.Stulynn has provided the most successful branch of Marneenastill producing top performers.She was dam of top grade Sydney sprinter Byong River andthe broodbitches Byong Gold, San Dual and San Alena. ByongGold threw Mulgoa (1984 Orange Cup) and Orange 502m recordholder Pangold who was dam of The Annihilator (1988 MudgeeCup).San Dual is the grand-dam of Sibelia whose offspringincluded Kid Keroma (1996 Canberra Cup in track record)and Scotirra, who won the1993 Xmas Stocking at WentworthPark.Scotirra has been a prolific producer of city classperformers in Sydney including top grade sprinter Mantina,dam of Tina Keroma (2003 Molly Campbell Memorial)and Khalia Keroma who in 2004 won Young Guns finals atthe Gold Coast and Albion Park. Another of Scotirra'sdaughters was Zulu Keroma, the dam of Country Zulu(2002 VIP Kennels Magic Mdn (Wpk)).San Alena was the mother of Golden Hazden (topclass Sydney sprinter), Kerlimba (1982 NewcastleDistance CÆship), Marlin Grove (TR Forbes 498m), Crystal Printand Ourimbah.and one that isTanistMad TanistMad DarkieQuare CustomerBallydancerQueen Of SongQuite WelcomeTAPESTRY (Black bitch, May 1954)TokioBah's ChoiceChittering DuchessDanger O'LeerManhattan MidnightBaytown NightingaleBaytown IrisKerlimba was the mother of top grade Sydney sprinter Jimmy Grant and Molly Black(dam of Vitality (TR Lithgow 610m)).Crystal Print's daughter Super Ghost was a brilliant speedster who won in Free For Allcompany at the Gabba in a sizzling 32.33. Earlier in her career she won the 1989 Teys BrosPuppy Classic at Lawnton.Super Ghost was the dam of the top grade Albion Park sprinter Super Crystal (1996 StateOf Origin (BGC), 1996 Cairns Cup, 1995 City Of Ipswich Gold Cup) who threw Bear Creek(2002 Geelong Cup).Another daughter of Super Ghost named Burning Ghost has also been a fine producer.Among her offspring are handy Brisbane sprinter Ebony Ghost (dam of Stella Brandon (TRRichmond 330m)), Fiery Ghost (dam of Fiery Asset (1999 Qld Derby (BGC), 1999 Final StarChallenge (Bnl), TR Beenleigh 555m) and Sundown Song, who briefly held the Beenleigh340m record and became the dam of Woops A Daisy (2003 Vince Curry Memorial (Ips),Flying Amy Puppy Classic (BGC)).Ourimbah was an excellent producer, best known in Queensland through the deeds ofclassy NSW sprinter/stayer Cobbaleena who annexed the1990 Qld Puppy Classic and 1991FAI Gold Cup on visits to the Gabba. In addition, she won the 1991 Tooheys Celebrity Cupat Wentworth Park.Ourimbah was also the dam of Artimbah (1991 Orange Cup, TR Coonamble 301m), HiddenImbah (1990 LVA Coursing Cup) and Ouratunga, the mother of Ince (1996 Anniversary Cup(Can) and Shy Girl (grand-dam of Little Bit Shy (2005 Breeders Puppy Classic (Now), DaptoOaks).BROCATELIn 1959, Tapestry had a litter to New Dream which contained the broodbitches Reciprocityand Brocatel. Reciprocity only appears as the grand-dam of Bunyip Bonny who won the 1968Victorian Coursing Oaks.However, Brocatel is a major branch of the line. She was the dam of talented sprinter/stayer Lord Baden (1967 Silver Chief, 1967 Summer Cup (Hpk)) and the broodbitches BadenBelle, Little Diro, Lena Black and Sunny Manda.Baden Belle's daughter Mary Baden was the mother of SA star Come On Baden (1980Breeders Plate, 1979 Champion Puppy Classic) and Wonder Baden, the dam ofKowie Label (1984 Champion Stakes).Little Diro's daughter Deep Harmony threw TammyKista (1980 Trusty Moomba Tphy (Opk)) and Deeplee,who was the dam of Harmony Boy (1985 Benjamin JohnClassic (Ips)) and Cendrillon, dam of Jay Ess Bach (1994Toledo Trailers Challenge (BGC)), Cool Choice (TRLismore 512m) and Honky Tonk Woman, grand-dam ofOn The Fizz (TR Wagga 516m).Lena Black was the dam of the brilliant Black Diro whowon the 1970 Silver Chief, 1971 Australian Cup and 1971OP Sprint C'ship.He was a handy stud dog with progeny such as Audiro,Cape Soon, Capricorn Gem, Check Vista, Ernie Diro, JustNonsense, Munro Joy, Scala Red, Swedish Mink, WeeklySpecial and Za' Gunka. He has also influenced modern pedigreesthrough his daughter Princess Diro, dam of Bowetzel and ShiningLight.Lena Black was also the mother of the good broodbitchesTina Queen, Lena's Goldy and Merlyn Lady.Tina Queen was the dam of Benjamin Court (1975 SandownDistance C'ship). Lena's Goldy was third dam of Yappa Of All (1982 Vic CoursingOaks) and fourth dam of Kialdu Kellett (1994 Tas Breeders Classic), Kialdu Kaluna (TR PortLincoln 731m) and Kialdu Kate (1994 Tas Oaks).Merlyn Lady has appeared in the bloodlines of many good WA greyhounds. She was thedam of Pop's Jester (1980 WA Derby), Next In Line (1980 WA Oaks, 1980 Lew DorsaMemorial), handy stud dog Slim's Image and the broodbitch Vencourt Lady.Vencourt Lady was the mother of Express Style who won the 1981 Lew Dorsa Memorialand ran a track record over 530m at Mandurah.Next In Line was an excellent producer, best known for her son Fremantle Echo winner ofthe 1987 National Sprint and WA GOTY.Next In Line is also the dam of Black Review (1987 WA Derby, 1987 Lew Dorsa Memorial),Jeramiah Weed and Zute.Jeramiah Weed's daughter Carte Blanche has thrown two top New Zealand greyhounds,To The Peg (2002 Silver Collar) and Majestic Shadow (2003 NZ Breeders Stakes, CanterburyFuturity, NZ Sires Produce).In the December edition of The Journal, Peter Rose looks at the impact of DelBairn Babe, Woburn Lass, Mandalass and Newmore Glenys, all descendingdirectly from Tapestry, had on greyhound racing in this country.Coominya Lodge280 LARSENS RD, COOMINYAWHELPING - Heated whelping bays with experienced mid-wife on hand. 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Win a $100 gift packfrom BigDog Pet FoodsCaption ContestEven the Prince inEngland thought the runwas good!Out of the mouths of babes ... just whatdid Bundaberg trainer Phil Carter'sgrandson Adrian say?Send your entries to:BigDog Caption ContestPO Box 93, Nundah, Qld, 4012or email direct to Journal editorDavid Brasch atdbrasch@bigpond.net.auOctober winner:Alec StevensBy ANWAR RAJAin PakistanGREYHOUNDS are very popular andhunting with them has long historical roots insome parts of the Indo-Pak sub-continent.The Moghal kings who ruled India (1600-1857) would use trained cheetahs and tigersfor deer hunting.It is said Akbar the Great had many trainedbeasts for this purpose.Hundreds of people carrying spears andsabres would go into the jungle beating updrums to make the deer run out of bushes.Cheetahs would be un-caged on the very sightof a deer.Afghana hounds were mostly kept by theland owning community for open coursing asthese dogs, like Barozais, are best known fortheir stamina.The sub-continent, inhabitedby animal loving Hindus, could notdevelop any particular greyhoundbreed.It was only Muslims and Sikhswho kept greyhounds for opencoursing mainly in the plains of thePunjab.One can still find greyhounds in bothparts of the Punjab, a province which laydivided between India and Pakistansince1947.India prohibited open coursing afterindependence (1947) while in Pakistan weare still “at large”.The British ruled the sub-continent formore than two centuries.They introduced cricket and hockey to theelite of the sub-continent and patronised boththe games.They did patronise horse racing forprincely states, rajas and Maharajas.However, they did not organise greyhoundraces, neither did they build up stadiums forthat purpose.They didn't go for “fox-hunting” in theirIndian colony as the native subjects were agood prey for this “old hunting game”.Thus open coursing remained the pasttimeof either peasantry or a section of the feudallords.Some rich feudal lords during the Britishera imported greyhounds from UK. In 1947the sub-continent was divided into twosovereign states of India and Pakistan.We had a mixed greyhound breed by thenthanks to the extensive mating of local bitcheswith the imported dogs.I was born in 1946 a year before theindependence.My father, an ex-Royal Indian Armyoffice, was a great lover of open coursing andhad five mixed breed greyhounds .One was agreat open courser still remembered in ourarea as a freak.I didn't see him run but it is said he wouldchase the hare for kilometres in the hilly,stoney and bushy areas and wouldn't let himgo unsighted.As soon as the hare would enter a plainfields the dog would very easily pick him up.The dog was an Iranian-British cross.The Iranian breed still existsin Pakistan.Thesedogs arenot fast but they arewonderful chasers endowed witha great stamina.They are known as “Kissary” (whichmeans needle-like or hairy, in local Punjabilanguage).In Pakistan, open coursing is still a greathobby of peasantry.Our coursing season starts by the end ofOctober and goes on to mid February. Thereare different clubs known as “hunting teams”.The open coursing still carries the oldname of “hunting”. Each team comprises of40 to 50 persons and around 20 dogs.Each team hires a bus and lunch is takenalong by all individuals in a picnic-likemanner.They board the bus at 6am and travel 50to 60km towards the plains of Punjab, thelargest province of Pakistan.Around 8.30 they will reach the pastures.The bus stops and they would stretch intoa long single file like an infantry regiment ofolden days army advancing in the battle field,with the difference that they have woodensticks in their hands.The eldest man in the team is usually thecaptain. He announces the start of the opencoursing by slashing a bush with his stick, atraditional clapping.The “long march” into the plains beginsnow and no stone or bush is left unseen.Usually a hare is detected hiding orsleeping in the bushes by the oldexperienced “hunters”.T h e s epeopleRacing inPakistanh a v eunbelievable eyesightand they follow the footprints of ahare to the bush where it hides.The team captain would announce whichtwo dogs would be slipped after the hare.A whistle is blown to inform the stretchedteam to cease searching and watch the course.Every one would rush to a higher place.The searching line would be broken.Shouts of different kinds would be heard,everyone asking the other to get back and giveway to the hare.Some are swearing at the dog owners notto slip their dogs too early and let the harefirst be well on his feet.Then the hare is pushed out of the bushand when he has covered a good distance,the whistle is blown to slip the dogs.The dog owners would shout to appreciatetheir dog's performance.“Come on my son. Pick him up. Comeonce again. Oh you swine come on."The hare in this open course has an edgeover the dogs as he runs in his well-knownarea and thus dictates the way.The long march starts again.If a third dog is slipped the owner is finedthere and then.At 1pm lunch break is announced. Theteam sits on the bank of any canal or aroundany natural fountain and in a feast-like mannereveryone would put his lunch on a large clothand eat together.After the lunch the search starts again.Around 4pm the captain announces THEEND and everyone stops searching.This is a typical sight of winter opencoursing.One thing has to be kept in mind that thisa traditional coursing in which there is acompetition between the hare and the chasingdogs and not between the two dogs.The walled-coursing is an advanced sportintroduced in Pakistan by overseasPakistanis in the past 30 years.They started shipping coursing dogsfrom Ireland and UK in the 1970s.Five rich land owners of Punjab builtstadiums like coursing grounds. Eachof the walled clubs holds one coursingmeeting every month.The entry of a greyhound is 10 to15 pounds.No businessman, or bigcompany or any of the Governmentdepartments financially helps the greyhoundraces.The prizemoney consists of a very humbleamount.The greyhound community is growingstronger on its own strength.We have no oval grounds, no bookies, andno electric hare system. We have straightsprint races of 275 to 300 yards mainly aftera lure on a track in open air.Our drag is made of a dry hare skinstitched over a plastic hare which is hookedon a silver plate.This plate is attached to a wire. Theoperator moves the pulley through a handleand the wire revolves over a ball barringdragging the hare.The dogs are caged in boxes. As soon asthe hare appears in front of boxes they are letloose by the box operator.We have three referees on the ending line.They announce the first, second and thirdpositions.No official time is kept by any club, notrack records are maintained.No magazine or newspaper covers theseraces.We are a forgotten community though weimport around 100 greyhounds from UK,Ireland, Australia and the USA every year.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 34

Owners and trainers should beaware, the ForthcomingEvents are correct at the timeof publication, but each clubreserves the right to change ordelete any race/races etc.FORTHCOMINGEVENTSALBIONPARKMONDAY EVENINGOCTOBER 30 (Class 2)Best 8 600mBest 8 520mMaiden Final 520mMaiden 600mGraded as requiredNOVEMBER 6 (Class 1)Best 8 520m2 x Dinky Di Web Designs 5th Grade Heats600m. Final Nov 13.Big Dads Pies 5th Grade Heats 520m. FinalNov 132 x Sky Channel Maiden Heats 520m. FinalNov 13.Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 13 (Class 1)Best 8 600mBest 8 520mBig Dads Pies 5th Grade Final 520mDinky Di Web Designs 5th Grade Final 600mNovice Event 520mSky Channel Maiden Final 520m.Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 20 (Class 2)Best 8 520mBrandons Electrical 5th Grade Heats 520m.Final Mon Nov 27VIP Petfoods 4/5th Grade Heats 600m. FinalMon Nov 27Sky Channel Maiden Heats 520m. Final MonNov 27Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 27 (Class 2)Best 8 600mBest 8 520mBrandons Electrical Mixed Final 520mVIP Petfoods Mixed Final 600mNovice Event 520mSky Channel Maiden Final 520mMaiden 600mGraded as requiredDECEMBER 4 (Class 1)Best 8 plus res. 520m2 x Northern Rivers Stud 5th Grade Heats600m. Final Dec 11Big Dads Pies 5th Grade Heats 520m. FinalDec 112 x Sky Channel Maiden Heats 520m. FinalDec 11Graded as requiredDECEMBER 11 (Class 1)Best 8 600mBest 8 520mNovice Event 520mBig Dads Pies 5th Grade Final 520mNorthern Rivers Stud 5th Grade Final 600m.Winning Owner to receive Free Service toôBig Sam BanneröSky Channel Maiden Final 520m.Graded as requiredDECEMBER 18 (Class 2)Doc Castles Memorial 5th Grade Final 520m.Heats conducted at Gold Coast, Ipswich andCapalaba. Winner $3000Best 8 600mBest 8 520mNovice Event 520mTELEPHONE NOMINATIONSThe lines will be open from 7am-8.30amMonday to Friday except on public holidays ornotified changes.Telephone No 1800 851 155 (Toll Free)Five Easy Steps to Nominate Your GreyhoundThe operator will ask you for the followinginformation.1 Name of Greyhound2 Earbrand3 Trainers Name and Licence Number4 Track, Date, Distance, Name of Event,If Greyhound has started Interstate since lastQueensland performance, Comments (i.e.Heats/Early Race etc)5 Second Preference or Nominating atBox DrawsOwners and trainers should beaware they are always able toview the box draw procedureat the GRA offices. This canbe viewed between 10 and11am each day.Maiden 520mMaiden 600mGraded as requiredDECEMBER 25NO RACE MEETINGCHRISTMAS DAYTHURSDAY EVENING(CLASS 1)OCTOBER 26Best 8 600mBest 8 520mGraded 520, 600 and 710mNOVEMBER 2Molly Campbell Memorial 2006 SilverDollars Heats 520m. Best nominated.Greyhounds whelped on or after 1/11/04.Maidens eligible. Non-penalty (other thanthose greyhounds which lose their maidenstatus)Best 8 600mBest 8 520mGraded 520, 600 and 710mNOVEMBER 9Molly Campbell Memorial 2006 SilverDollars Final. Winner $5000 plus trophy andrugBest 8 520mBest 8 710mGraded 520, 600 and 710mNOVEMBER 16Best 8 600mBest 8 520m4/5th Grade 710mGraded 520, 600 and 710mNOVEMBER 23Young Gun Series Final 520m. Winner$10,000 plus trophy and rugBest 8 520mBest 8 710mGraded 520, 600 and 710mNOVEMBER 30Irish Board Trophy 520m. Best 8. Winner$3500 plus trophyBest 8 600m4/5th Grade 710m1800 851 155another Track which is not a second preferencePlease Note:* A nomination form will need to be completedwhen nominating a greyhound for its firstQueensland start which is either owned or trainedby Interstate licensees.* A nomination form needs to be completedso relevant information concerning the greyhound/owner/trainer can be recorded on the GRAdatabase.Graded 520, 600 and 710mDECEMBER 7$93,000 Sky Channel Brisbane Cup Heats520m (Group 1) Best Greyhoundsnominated. Greyhounds must have won onecircle race. All other conditions of gradingwaived.Best 8 710mGraded 520, 600 and 710mDECEMBER 14$93,000 Sky Channel Brisbane Cup Final520m (Group 1). Winner $55,000 plus trophyand rugSky Channel Brisbane Cup Consolation 520m2 x Heats Christmas Stocking 520m. Best 165th grade greyhounds plus reserves. (Gradedaccordingly to GRA selection criteria)Best 8 710mBest 8 600mGraded 520, 600 and 710mDECEMBER 21Christmas Stockings Final 520m. Winner$3500 plus trophyBest 8 600mBest 8 520mAll winners to receive a Christmas StockingGraded 520, 600 and 710mDECEMBER 28Best 8 600mBest 8 520mGraded 520, 600 and 710mFRIDAY TWILIGHT(CLASS 3)OCTOBER 27 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520mMaiden 395mGraded as requiredNOVEMBER 3 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden 395mGraded as requiredNOVEMBER 10 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395m* Once this information is received thetelephone nomination service may be usedprovided there is no change in the ownership ortrainer of the particular greyhound.Should this be the case a new nomination formwill need to be completed.Should you have any queries regarding thisservice please contact the Grading Department 2-3pm Monday to Friday.Maiden 395mGraded as requiredNOVEMBER 17 (Non Penalty)Young Gun Series Heats 520m. Greyhounds30 months or younger at date of Heats.Maiden eligible. Non-penalty (other thanthose Greyhounds which lose their maidenstatus). Final Thursday November 23.Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 24 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden 395mGraded as requiredDECEMBER 1 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden Heats 395m. Final Fri 8 DecGraded as requiredDECEMBER 8 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden Final 395mGraded as requiredDECEMBER 15 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden 395mGraded as requiredDECEMBER 22 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520m5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden 395mGraded as requiredDECEMBER 29 (Non Penalty)Best 8 520mBest 8 395m5th Grade 600m5th Grade 520mThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 35

FORTHCOMING EVENTS5th Grade 395mNovice 395mMaiden 395mGraded as requiredIPSWICHTUESDAYS (Class 2)OCTOBER 31Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mFinal City of Ipswich Gold Cup 520m.$20,000 to the WinnerGold Cup Consolation 520m. $2000 toWinner5th Grade Heats 520mBest 8 431m/or 630m (Dist Depends onNoms)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 7Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 431m5th Grade Heats 431m5th Grade Final 520mBest 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distancedepends on noms)4th/5th Grade 630 m (No Class 1 meetingwins)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 14Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m4th/5th Grade Heats 520m5th Grade Final 431m5th Grade 630m (3 Wins or less)Best 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distancedepends on noms)Graded as RequiredNOVEMBER 21Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m4th/5th Grade Final 520m4th/5th Grade Heats 431mBest 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distancedepends on noms)4th/5th Grade 630m (5 wins or less)Graded as RequiredNOVEMBER 28Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repair Final 431m5th Grade Heats 520m4th/5th Grade Final 431m5th Grade 630m (3 wins or less)Best 8 431m or 520m &/or 630m (Distancedepends on noms)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 5Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 431mJim Roy Interclub Challenge 5th Grade Heats520m. Final Dec 12 & Grand Final Dec 18 atAlbion Park.5th Grade Final 520mBest 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distdepends on noms)4th/5th Grade 630 m (No Class 1 meetingwins)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 12Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m5th Grade Heats 431mJim Roy Interclub Challenge 5th Grade Final520m. First 3 Placings to the Grand Final atAlbion Park Dec 185th Grade 630m (3 wins or less)Best 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distdepends on noms)Graded as RequiredDECEMBER 19Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repairs Maiden Final 431m5th Grade Final 431mQLD STUD DOG STATISTICSJune 2006Statistics include: Results of all types of services by Qld registered stud dogs; Results of all types of services by interstate stud dogs to Queensland ownedbitches. The highlighted services are inseminations by a Queensland registered fsi facility to; Interstate owned bitches with a registered breeding unit frominterstate registered stud dog. Abbreviations: - NIW - Not in Whelp, APD - all pups deceased, NNR - no notification received from breeder, I-S B -Interstate Breeder. Y - artificial insemination, C - artificial insemination with a chilled breeding unit; F - artificial insemination with a frozen breeding unit.The GRA does not record the breeder’s name of interstate whelped litters.Sire Dam Serve Whelp Dog Bitch Breeder Art InsemBearability Stylish Miss 2-6-06 2-8-06 5 4 HolmesBearability Leataro 23-6-06 26-8-06 3 1 Hardy FBig Daddy Cool Classy Alice 2-6-06 2-8-06 2 8 Byrnes FBig Daddy Cool Fine Idea 6-6-06 7-8-06 4 Fredricks Syndicate FBlack Enforcer Lankan Hope 12-6-06 Niw Velocity Lodge Synd FBlack Enforcer She’s Our Dream 18-6-06 Niw ScottBlack Enforcer Head Direct 21-6-06 Niw Muller FBond Yo Yo String 23-6-06 25-8-06 5 1 Kyammy Synd FBond Bombastic Charm 27-6-06 31-8-06 2 Brook FBrett Lee Rossa Antico 4-6-06 6-8-06 4 4 Apap FBrett Lee Dooley’s Mist 13-6-06 Niw Dull FCarnage Superstylin 15-6-06 16-8-06 5 2 Sesko FCollision New Guess 4-6-06 6-8-06 3 3 Robartson YElite State Melody Park 2-6-06 5-8-06 2 5 Scott FElite State Great Mail 3-6-06 7-8-06 1 3 Harvey FExceptional Super Leap 13-6-06 Niw BoodyFlying Scott Viscosity 10-6-06 12-8-06 6 4 PayGo Wild Teddy Serious Girl 8-6-06 8-8-06 2 Loye FGozo Farmer Lilly Blue 10-6-06 6-8-06 3 4 EatonHallucinate Shocking Pink 18-6-06 Niw Hickmott FJust The Best Rumble Delight 6-6-06 Niw Felgate FLindale Blue Gozo Liz 23-6-06 25-8-06 4 3 The Wilkes Synd YPure Octane Brett’s Spark 1-6-06 1-8-06 6 5 Byrnes FPure Octane Amy Banner 11-6-06 Niw EdmondsPure Octane Miss Ellis Lane 12-6-06 11-8-06 3 4 Newman FPure Octane Apricot Chiffon 18-6-06 17-8-06 3 1 Champagne Synd FReggemite Losalini 3-6-06 2-8-06 7 5 Atkinson FReturn The King Dr Daisy 4-6-06 Niw Champagne SyndSpiral Nikita Brittney Bale 4-6-06 4-8-06 7 2 FelgateSurf Lorian Shannons Keysy 16-6-06 20-8-06 1 4 Louden YSurf Lorian Bentley Raheen 19-6-06 20-8-06 3 1 Bentley Synd FTrendy Leigh Enigmatic Elle 29-6-06 2-9-06 3 3 I-S- BVesuvio Marcol Mission 17-6-06 15-8-06 2 5 DarguschWhisky Assassin Mary McWild 5-6-06 8-8-06 2 3 Hines YWhisky Assassin Who Am I 8-6-06 Nnr HinesWhisky Assassin Mysterious Lee 11-6-06 11-8-06 6 5 Hines YWhisky Assassin La Twist 16-6-06 16-8-06 3 1 Falvey F5th Grade Heats 520mBest 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distdepends on noms)5th Grade 630m (5 wins or less)Graded as RequiredDECEMBER 26Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 431mHighland Smash Repair Final 431m5th Grade Heats 431m5th Grade Final 520m5th Grade 630m (3 wins or less)Best 8 431m or 520m &/or 630m (Distdepends on Noms)Graded as requiredWEDNESDAYS (Class 3)OCTOBER 25Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m5th Grade Final 431m5th Grade Heats 520mNovice Stakes 520mBest 8 520m/431m (Dist Depends on Noms)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 1Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m5th Grade Final 520m5th Grade Heats 431mNovice Stakes 431mBest 8 520m/431m (Dist Depends on Noms)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 8Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m5th Grade Final 431m5th Grade Heats 520mNovice Stakes 431m (To be stated on nom)Best 8 431m or 520m630m (Grade depends on noms)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 15Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m5th Grade Final 520m5th Grade Heats 431mNovice Stakes 520m (To be stated on nom)Best 8 431m or 520m &/or 630m (Distancedepends on noms)1 Win/Maiden 630mGraded as requiredNOVEMBER 22Highland Smash Repair Maiden 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m5th Grade Final 431m4th/5th Grade Heats 520mNovice Stakes 431m (To be stated onnomination)Best 8 431m or 520m (Distance depends onnoms)630m (Grade depends on noms)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 29Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m4th/5th Grade Final 520m4th/5th Grade Heats 431mNovice Stakes 520m (To be stated on nom)Best 8 520m or 431m (Distance depends onnoms)630m Grade depends on noms.Graded as requiredDECEMBER 6Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m4th /5th Grade Final 431m5th Grade Heats 431mBest 8 431m or 520m (Dist depends on noms)Novice Stakes 431m (To be stated on nom)630m ( Grade depends on noms)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 13Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m5th Grade Final 431m4th/5th Grade Heats 520mBest 8 431m or 520m &/or 630m (Distdepends on noms)1 Win / Maiden 630mNovice Stakes 520m (To be stated on nom)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 20Highland Smash Repair Maiden 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m4th/5th Grade Final 520m4th/5th Grade Heats 431mBest 8 431m or 520m (Dist depends on noms)630m (Grade depends on noms)Novice Stakes 431m (To be stated on nom)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 27Highland Smash Repair Maiden Heats 520mHighland Smash Repair Maiden Final 520m4th/5th Grade Final 431m5th Grade Heats 520mBest 8 520m or 431m &/or 630m (Distdepends on noms)Novice Stakes 520m (To be stated on nom)Graded as requiredGOLDCOASTTUESDAYS (Class 3)OCTOBER 31Berwicks Canon 5th Grade Heats (373m)Jetpets Maiden final (373m)Best 8 (429m)VIP Petfoods 5th Grade Final (429m)Formguide Maiden Heats (429m)Mirabella Maiden/no more than 2 wins(622m)NOVEMBER 5 (Sunday)Berwicks Canon 5th Grade Final (373m)VIP Petfoods Maiden Heats (373m)Citi Steel Novice Grade (1 win) (373m)Best 8 (373m)Bernies Pet Barn 5th Grade Heats (429m)National Formguide Maiden Final (429m)Mirabella (No more than 2 wins) (622m)NOVEMBER 7No racingNOVEMBER 14VIP Petfoods Maiden Final (373m)Harvey Smash Repairs 5th Grade Heats(373m)Gold Coast Bulletin Maiden Heats (429m)Vetsearch Novice Grade (429m)Bernies Petfood 5th Grade Final (429m)Best 8 (429m)Mirabella 5th Grade (622m)NOVEMBER 21Harvey Smash Repairs 5th Grade Final(373m)Limousine Hire Maiden Heats (373m)Regent Taxi Novice Grade (1 Win) (373m)Best 8 (373m)Gold Coast Bulletin Maiden Final (429m)Citi Steel 5th Grade Heats (429m)Mirabella Maiden (No more than 2 wins)(622m)NOVEMBER 28Limousine Hire Maiden Final (373m)Parklands 5th Grade Heats (373m)Vetsearch Maiden Heats (429m)Citi Steel 5th Grade Final (429m)Garrards Horse & Hound Novice Grade (1Win) (429m)The (November, 2006) Journal Page 36

FORTHCOMING EVENTSBest 8 (429m)Mirabella 4th-5th Grade (622m)DECEMBER 5Parklands 5th Grade Final (373m)Nat Greyhound Form Maiden Heats (373m)Dinky Di Web Design Best 8 (373m)Vetsearch Maiden Final (429m)VIP Petfood Novice - 1 win (nom required)429mMirabella Maiden-No more than 2 wins(622m)DECEMBER 12Nat Greyhound Form Maiden Final (373m)VIP Petfood Novice - 1 win (nom required)373mDinky Di Web Design Best 8 (429m)Greyhound Recorder 5th Grade Heats (429m)Bernies Pet Barn Maiden Heats (429m)Mirabella 4th-5th Grade (622m) depends onnomsDECEMBER 19Xmas Best 8 (373m)Jetpets Maiden Heats (373m)Berwick Canon 5th Grade Heats (373m)Greyhound Recorder 5th Grade Final (429m)VIP Petfood Novice - 1 win (nom required)429mBernies Pet Barn Maiden Final (429m)Mirabella 5th Grade (622m)DECEMBER 26Jetpets Maiden Final (373m)Berwick Canon 5th Grade Final (373m)VIP Petfood Novice û 1 win (nom required)373mRegent Taxi Maiden Heats (429m)Vetsearch 5th Grade Heats (429m)Boxing Day Best 8 (429m)Mirabella Maiden-No more than 2 wins(622m)WEDNESDAYS (Class 2)OCTOBER 25Formguide Maiden Final (401m)Parklands 4th-5th Grade Heats (401m)Bernies Pet Barn 5th Grade Final (457m)Virbac Maiden Heats (457m)Limousine Hire Best 8 (457m)Mirabella 4th-5th Grade (650m) depends onnomsNOVEMBER 1Parklands 4th-5th Grade Final (401m)Jetpets Maiden Heats (401m)National Greyhound Form Novice Grade (1Win) (401m)Citi Steel Best 8 (401m)Vetsearch Maiden Final (457m)Bernie’s Pet Food 5th Grade Heats (457m)Mirabella depending on Noms (650m)NOVEMBER 8Jet Pets Maiden Final (401m)Berwicks Canon 5th Grade Heats (401m)Regent Taxi Maiden Heats (457m)Bernies Pet Food 5th Grade Final (457m)Coca Cola Novice (1 Win) (457m)Garrards Horse & Hound Best 8 (457m)Mirabella depending on noms (650m)NOVEMBER 15Dinky Di Web Design Best 8 (401m)Berwicks Canon 5th Grade Final (401m)Greyhound Recorder Novice (1 Win) (401m)Citi Steel Maiden Heats (401m)Regent Taxi Maiden Final (457m)Gold Coast Bulletin 5th Grade Heats (457m)Mirabella depending on Noms (650m)NOVEMBER 22Citi Steel Maiden Final (401m)Jet Pets 5th Grade Heats (401m)Gold Coast Bulletin 5th Grade Final (457m)Harvey Smash Repairs Novice (1 Win)(457m)Limousine Hire Best 8 (457m)National Formguide Maiden Heats (457m)Mirabella depending on Noms (650m)NOVEMBER 29Jet Pets 5th Grade Final (401m)Bernies Pet Barn Novice (1 Win) (401m)Garrards Horse & Hound Maiden Heats(401m)Dinky Di Web Design Best 8 (401m)National Formguide Maiden Final (457m)Greyhound Recorder 5th Grade Heats (457m)Mirabella depending on Noms (650m)DECEMBER 6Garrards Horse & Hound Maiden Final(401m)Nat Greyhound Form Novice - 1 win (nomreq) 401mDoc Castles Memorial 5th Grade Heats(457m)Greyhound Recorder 5th Grade Final (457m)Garrards Horse & Hound Maiden Heats(457m)Dinky Di Web Design Best 8 (457m)650m Event, depends on nomsDECEMBER 13Dinky Di Best 8 (401m)Greyhound Recorder Novice - 1 win (non req)401mDoc Castles Memorial 5th Grade Final(457m) series final to be held Alb Pk Dec 18.Harvey Smash Repair 5th Grade Xmas Heats(457m)Garrards Horse & Hound Maiden Final(457m)Bernies Pet Barn Maiden Heats (457m)650m Event, depends on nomsDECEMBER 20Limousine Hire Maiden Heats (401m)Bernies Pet Barn 5th Grade Heats (401m)Xmas Best 8 (457m)Bernies Pet Barn Maiden Final (457m)Harvey Smash Repairs 5th Grade Xmas Final(457m)Nat Greyhound Form Novice - 1 win (nomreq) 457m650m Event, depends on nomsDECEMBER 27Limousine Hire Maiden Final (401m)Bernies Pet Barn 5th Grade Final (401m)Dinky Di Web Design Maiden Heats (401m)VIP Petfood 5th Grade Heats (401m)Nat Greyhound Form Novice - 1 win (nomreq) 457mGreyhound Recorder Best 8 (457m)650m Event, depends on nomsJANUARY 3Gold Coast Young Guns HeatsJANUARY 10 night meetingGold Coast Young Guns FinalCAPALABAOCTOBER 28Metropolitan Motor Inn DayQGBOTA 5th Grade Heats. 4 heats everystarter makes a final. 1st & 2nd in each heatinto a final Fastest two thirds as reserves. Finalprizemoney 1st $1000 2nd $300 3rd $125 4th$50. 3rd & 4th in heat into a final. Fastesttwo 5ths as reserves. Final prizemoney 1st$450 2nd $170 3rd $80 4th $20. 5th & 6th ineach heat into a final. Fastest two 7ths asreserves. Final prizemoney 1st $300 2nd $753rd $40 4th $20. 7th & 8th in each heat into afinal. Final prizemoney 1st $250 2nd $75 3rd$40 4th $20. As well as being drawn asreserves these greyhounds will be drawn intheir respective finals. Where dead heatoccurs 7 a draw is necessary the stewards willconduct a draw to determine which dogcontest which final. If we receive more than50 noms we will endeavour to program asmany heats and finals as is practicable.MaidenMaiden BitchesNoviceNovice Bitches5th Grade5th Grade Bitches4th Grade4th Grade BitchesBest 8NOVEMBER 4QGBOTA 5th Grade Series FinalsDinki Di Web Design Open Time Trial. Opento best 8 nominated racing against the clock.Winner $800, 2nd $200, 3rd $100, 4th $50.Trainers must specifically nominate.MaidenMaiden BitchesNoviceNovice Bitches5th Grade5th Grade Bitches4th Grade4th Grade BitchesNOVEMBER 7Melbourne Cup DayMaidens (winner $300), 5th Grades (winner$400), 4th Grades and Best 8 (winner $600).Include bitches only races, according to noms.Six races before Melbourne Cup, two afterthe Cup if sufficient noms.Noms close Nov 2.NOVEMBER 11everythingreyhounds.com Maiden SeriesHeats. 2 heats, every starter makes a final.First 4 in each heat to a final (winner $400);5th-8th in each heat to a final (winner $200).Capalaba Tavern 3rd-4th Grade HeatsNoviceNovice Bitches5th Grade5th Grade BitchesBest 8NOVEMBER 18everythinggreyhounds.com Maiden SeriesFinalsCapalaba Tavern 3rd-4th Grade FinalJohn Klose Beds R Us 5th Grade Heats. 4heats every starter makes a final. 1st & 2ndin each heat into a final Fastest two thirds asreserves. Final prizemoney 1st $800 2nd $2003rd $75 4th $20. 3rd & 4th in heat into a final.WhelpingsSire Dam Whelp Dog Bitch Breeder InsemAddis Boy Zippy Zoe 15-7-06 6 3 JonesBearability Leataro 26-8-06 3 1 Hardy FBearability Stylish Miss 2-8-06 5 4 HolmesBig Daddy Cool Burning Spears 29-7-06 2 3 Connell FBig Daddy Cool Classy Alice 2-8-06 2 8 Byrnes FBig Daddy Cool Fine Idea 7-8-06 4 Fredricks FBitability Bale Estella 7-9-06 2 3 PringleBitability Bale Snow In Summer 2-10-06 3 3 Millen & Doyle SyndBlack Enforcer Fireside Doll 14-9-06 1 5 RobinsonBlack Enforcer Magic Attitude 3-10-06 3 1 WisenerBlack Enforcer Where’s Wendy 30-3-06 2 1 Tab Beachhouse Synd FBond Bombastic Charm 31-8-06 2 Brook FBond Yo Yo String 25-8-06 5 1 Kyammy Synd FBrett Lee Rossa Antico 6-8-06 4 4 Apap FCarnage Superstylin 16-8-06 5 2 Sesko FCollision Debjon Girl 30-7-06 5 4 Simon FCollision Iza Tora 8-9-06 2 1 Balligari Synd FCollision New Guess 6-8-06 3 3 Robartson YDeep North Just Topsy 18-9-06 6 2 Ferguson FElite State Best Token 11-9-06 2 5 Smith FElite State Great Mail 7-8-06 1 3 Harvey FElite State Melody Park 5-8-06 2 5 Scott FElite State San Suzie 24-9-06 6 3 Lavis FExcite Ability Rapid Raft 1-8-06 1 LoudenFlying Scott Viscosity 12-8-06 6 4 PayGo Wild Teddy Serious Girl 8-8-06 2 Loye FGozo Farmer Lilly Blue 6-8-06 3 4 EatonHallucinate Miss Ross 1-7-06 4 4 Velocity Lodge Synd FHarvard Bale Zealous Lady 30-1-06 3 4 Frisina & TenagliaHarvey Bale Our Ginger Girl 2-2-06 1 Moonlight One SyndHistory Lesson Lady Kero 6-6-06 2 4 Perry YJust The Best Wild Chameleon 1-10-06 6 4 Barden FLindale Blue Ebony Puzzle 7-10-06 3 3 PerkinsLindale Blue Gozo Liz 25-8-06 4 3 The Wilkes Synd YNovember Fury Katie McCoy 22-7-06 3 4 Herbert FPure Octane Apricot Chiffon 17-8-06 3 1 Champagne Synd FPure Octane Brett’s Spark 1-8-06 6 5 Byrnes FPure Octane La Macarena 16-9-06 1 6 Falvey FPure Octane Miss Ellis Lane 11-8-06 3 4 Newman FReggemite Losalini 2-8-06 7 5 Atkinson FShirdon’s Alarm Golden Cheli 17-9-06 2 8 DarguschSilver Saul Rose Contessa 18-9-06 1 Fitch FSpiral Nikita Brittney Bale 4-8-06 7 2 FelgateSurf Lorian Bentley Raheen 20-8-06 3 1 Bentley Synd FSurf Lorian Shannons Keysy 20-8-06 1 4 Louden YSurf Lorian Sundance Fiesta 24-9-06 1 4 FitchToken Prince Davies Park 14-5-06 3 2 Parthenon Synd FTrendy Leigh Alight 19-7-06 1 1 Staines YTrendy Leigh Te Mata Mai 26-5-06 1 6 Moonlight One SyndTrendy Leigh Tourist Kate 6-7-06 1 Moonlight One SyndVesuvio Marcol Mission 15-8-06 2 5 DarguschVillasanti Awesome Design 1-10-06 1 Hay Synd YWaterview Star Call Me Cash 21-7-06 1 2 Vohland FWhere’s Pedro Modern Design 25-7-06 1 4 Bowe FWhisky Assassin Double Guess 3-10-06 1 5 Robartson YWhisky Assassin La Twist 16-8-06 3 1 Falvey FWhisky Assassin Mary McWild 8-8-06 2 3 Hines YWhisky Assassin Mrs. Tipsy 11-7-06 2 1 Hines YWhisky Assassin Mysterious Lee 11-8-06 6 5 Hines YWhisky Assassin Northern Angel 2-10-06 4 3 Smith FWhisky Assassin Springtime Magic 16-9-06 1 2 Laffey FThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 37

FORTHCOMING EVENTSFastest two 5ths as reserves. Final prizemoney1st $400 2nd $120 3rd $60 4th $20. 5th &6th in each heat into a final. Fastest two 7thsas reserves. Final prizemoney 1st $300 2nd$75 3rd $40 4th $20. 7th & 8th in each heatinto a final. Final prizemoney 1st $250 2nd$75 3rd $40 4th $20. As well as being drawnas reserves these greyhounds will be drawnin their respective finals. Where dead heatoccurs 7 a draw is necessary the stewards willconduct a draw to determine which dogcontest which final. If we receive more than50 noms we will endeavour to program asmany heats and finals as is practicable.MaidenMaiden BitchesNoviceNovice Bitches4th Grade4th Grade BitchesBest 8NOVEMBER 25Metropolitan Motor Inn DayJohn Klose Beds R Us 5th Grade Series FinalsOz Pet Transport Veterans Stk, 4 years andolder at date of race. Winner $300.MaidenMaiden BitchesNoviceNovice Bitches5th Grade5th Grade Bitches4th Grade4th Grade BitchesBest 8DECEMBER 2Capalaba Young Guns heats, 30 months oryounger at date of heats.Doc Castle Memorial 5th Grade Heats (mustbe 5th Grade on Class 2 tracks)Maiden & gradedDECEMBER 9Capalaba Young Guns Final, 1st $2500, 2nd$1000, 3rd $500, 4th $50.Doc Castle Memorial 5th Grade Series Final,1st $900, 2nd $300, 3rd $100, 4th $35. 1st &2nd in final to compete in final at Albion ParkDec 18 with qualifiers from Gold Coast &Ipswich.John Klose Beds R Us 5th Grade SeriesHeats. 4 heats, every starter makes a final.MaidenMaiden BitchesNoviceNovice Bitches4th Grade4th Grade BitchesBest 8DECEMBER 16John Klose Beds R Us 5th Grade SeriesFinals. 1st-2nd Final 1st $800; 3rd-4th Final1st $400; 5th-6th Final 1st $300; 7th-8th Final1st $250.Oz Pet Transport Veterans Stake.Greyhounds 4 years & older at date of race.Winner $300.MaidenMaiden BitchesNoviceNovice Bitches5th Grade5th Grade Bitches4th Grade4th Grade BitchesBest 8NO RACINGUntil January 13, 2007.NO TRIALLINGFrom Dec 18 to Jan 14.BUNDABERGOCTOBER 28Anniversary Cup Final 550mMaiden-5th Grade 550mGraded as noms permitNOVEMBER 4Young Guns Heats 460mGraded as noms permitNOVEMBER 11Young Guns Final 460mBest 8 550mGraded as noms permitNOVEMBER 18Derby Heats 550mOaks Heats 550mGraded as noms permitNOVEMBER 25Derby Final 550mOaks Final 550mGraded as noms permitDECEMBER 2Maiden 460mBest 8 460mGraded as noms permitDECEMBER 9Maiden-5th Grade 550mGraded as noms permitDECEMBER 16Best 8 550mGraded as noms permitDECEMBER 234th-5th Grade 550mGraded as noms permitTOWNSVILLEOCTOBER 245th Grade Final (380m)Maiden, gradedNOVEMBER 24th Grade Heats (380m)Maiden, gradedNOVEMBER 94th Grade Final (498m)Maiden, gradedNOVEMBER 16Young Guns Heats (498m) 30 mths or youngerat 16-11-06Maiden, gradedNOVEMBER 23Young Guns Final (498m) 1st $2500, 2nd$1000, 3rd $500Maiden, gradedNOVEMBER 30Maiden 1000 Heats (380m)Maiden, gradedDECEMBER 7Maiden 1000 Final (380m)Jack Wilson 5th Grade Heats (380m)30th Anniversary Trophy Heats (498m)Maiden, gradedDECEMBER 16(Saturday, 30th Anniversary)Jack Wilson 5th Grade Final (380m)30th Anniversary Trophy Final (498m)Maiden, gradedDECEMBER 21No RacingDECEMBER 28No RacingCAIRNSOCTOBER 28No RacingNOVEMBER 4No RacingNOVEMBER 113RD Grade (544m) 1st $305Maiden, gradedNOVEMBER 18Memorial night, trophies all racesMaiden, gradedNOVEMBER 25No RacingDECEMBER 24th-5th Grade (544m) 1st $285Maiden, gradedDECEMBER 9No RacingDECEMBER 16Young Guns Heats (410m) 30mths or youngerat time of heatsXmas Cup heats (544m)Maiden, gradedDECEMBER 23Young Guns Final (410m) 1st $2500, 2nd$1000, 3rd $500Xmas Cup Final (544m) 1st $375Maiden, gradedDECEMBER 30No RacingMACKAYOCTOBER 26Maiden 1000 Heats (310m) No other maidenthis meetingIPSWICHThe 2006 Highland Smash Repair PuppyAuction was again an outstanding success.Although numbers were down comparedto the previous two years, the high quality ofpups presented resulted in the average saleprice of $2089 being better than recent years.The top price of the sale was $10,200 fora Whiskey Assassin-Thai Charm dog.The Whiskey Assassin pups were in highdemand with buyers and all eyes will be onthem in the coming months as they begin tohit the racetracks.The Elite State-Swelligant litter was alsoin demand and it provided the second highestprice of $8000. A list of all sale prices isavailable from the club.The club would like to thank all vendors,purchasers and our loyal band of volunteersfor their support of Australia's longest runningand most successful Auction.The club is proud to be involved with allSouth-East Queensland clubs in a challengeseries.This series will have increasedprizemoney and is made possible through thesponsorship of industry icon Jimmy Roy. Ourheats of this series will take place on TuesdayDecember 5 with our local final on TuesdayDecember 12.The first three placing s from our final willthen compete in the Grand Final to be run atSecretary'sNotesAlbion Park on Monday December 18.This series is for dogs who are 5th gradeon a class two track at the time of nomination.If you have any questions relating to this seriesplease do not hesitate to contact the club.All owners and trainers with promisingyoung maiden greyhounds should pencil inthe Vince Curry Memorial Maiden Series tobe run during February and March.This is Australia's richest maiden serieswith a $25,000 to the winner final.This series has been the start of the careersof many outstanding greyhounds and thiscoming series will be no exception. Detailsof the series appear in our advertisement inthis Journal.CAIRNSCAIRNS has lost another threegreyhound trainers last month.Carmel and Lloyd Metcalfe jnr have leftCairns for Tamworth. They have been strongsupporters of the Cairns Club since movinghere a few years ago and we would like tothank them for their support during their stayhere.Emma O'Connor, President, wouldpersonally like to thank Lloyd and Carmel fortheir help not only with Club matters but fortheir friendship and untiring help with herdogs on race night. Our loss will surely beTamworth's gain.Everyone was happy to share the goingaway prize that Junior won for them - theJackpot worth $1700. Carmel and Lloyd -good luck and keep safe.Mark (Charlie)Lutter's move to Biloela was work-related.Charlie has been involved for 4-5 years.Thank you Charlie for being another strongsupporter of the Cairns Club. Our loss in thiscase will be Rockhampton's gain.The club has been busy trying to repairCyclone Larry's damage, and has recently reloamedour track.The club would like to wish Evelyn Gougha speedy recovery.MACKAYThe club has endured a number ofproblems with the lure this year.Because of the way this system operateswe had a couple of new ideas bought in thatwere unsuccessful.But we were very fortunate to haveobtained two motors from Townsville Clubthat they no longer had any use for and thisalso gives us an opportunity to again thankthem for their assistance.Also, thank you to Bevan Williamson forthe two reconditioned motors which he hassupplied to our club.Through the help and guidance of NevilleJackson and the engineering skills ofcommittee person Gordon Francis, we notonly have one lure but two very operable luresand another on the bench being built.We would like to thank everyone involvedin this exercise as we can now go to trials ona Monday night and races on a Thursday nightand relax and enjoy our greyhound racing.So well done Mackay Club.The (November, 2006) Journal Page 38

Best 8 (541m)Maiden and gradedNOVEMBER 2Maiden 1000 Final (310m) 1st $1000, 2nd$350, 3rd $150Best 8 (456m)Maiden and gradedNOVEMBER 93rd-4th Grade (456m)Maiden and gradedNOVEMBER 164th-5th Grade (541m)Maiden and gradedNOVEMBER 23Best 8 (456m)Maiden and gradedNOVEMBER 30Best 8 (541m)Maiden and gradedDECEMBER 7Mackay Derby Heats (456m) dogs whelpedon or after 1-1-04Mackay Futurity Heats (456m) Bitcheswhelped on or after 1-1-04Maiden and gradedDECEMBER 14Mackay Derby Final (456m) 1st $500 + rugMackay Futurity Final (456m) 1st $500 + rugMaiden and gradedDECEMBER 21Dog Movers Christmas Cup (456m) Best 8,1st $500 + rugSierra & David Gallagher Christmas Sprint(310m) Best 8, 1st $400 + rugMaiden and gradedROCKHAMPTONOCTOBER 28 (D)No more than 3 wins Final (407m) 1st $500Graded as requiredGREYHOUNDS FLYWITH JET PETSPh 1300 668 309 or03 9339 4300Ask for Tammy or Jason LockStylishKennelsGary & Gail Holmeshave vacancies forperformed or maiden dogs,limited break-ins.Reasonable rates(07) 54665810FORTHCOMING EVENTSNOVEMBER 2CQ Derby Heats (510m) male greyhoundswhelped on or after 1-1-04. Heats 1st $400.5th Grade Heats (407m)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 9CQ Derby Final (510m) 1st $500, 2nd $225,3rd $125.Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 16Dash For Cash Series Heats (407m) Best 16Club Maiden Heats (407m)Novice (407m)Graded as requiredNOVEMBER 25 (D)Dash For Cash Final (407m) 1st $500, 2nd$225, 3rd $125Club Maiden Final (407m) 1st $500, 2nd$225, 3rd $125Novice (510m)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 7 (N)True Value Hardware Christmas Cup heats(510m) best 16Santas Stocking Maiden Heats (407m)Novice (407m)Graded as requiredDECEMBER 14 (N)True Value Hardware Christmas Cup Final(510m) 1st $500Santas Stocking Maiden Final (407m) 1st$400Graded as requiredDECEMBER 23 (D)Novice (510m)Graded as requiredJANUARY 6New Years Sprint Heats (407m) 4th-5th GradeBookmakers Purse Heats (407m) 5th GradeGraded as requiredJANUARY 13 (D)New Years Sprint Final (407m) 1st $400CAMPAD ELECTRONICS& SELTRONICS SERVICESWe are Agents for TGS and Laserexlaser therapy* Sale, services & repairs of* Laser Therapy, Ultrasounds* Muscle Simulators, MagneticTherapy* All repairs guaranteed by QualifiedElectronics Technicians26 Keith Street Capalaba Qld 4157Ph: 07 3245 2008 Fax 07 3823 3428campad@campadelectronics.com.auwww.campadelectronics.com.auEFTPOS and credit cards welcomeConvertingVideos to DVDDon't lose any of your Memories... Convert all your videos toDVD NOW!* Videos deteriorate between 10-15years - DVDs last forever.* We can convert Handycamrecordings straight to DVDas well!* Bulk discounts also available.*Qld inquiries welcomeCall James on0409 557473 or (02) 4648 5853Bookmakers Purse Final (407m) 1st $500Novice (407m)Graded as requiredJANUARY 20 (D)Australia Day Cup Heats (510m) Best 16Novice (407m)Graded as requiredJANUARY 27 (D)Australia Day Cup Final (510m) 1st $500Novice (510m)Graded as requiredTake yourbreath awayAny true lover of fabulous greyhoundswill atest to this statement: "Life is notjudged by how many breaths that you take,but by how many times your breath is takenaway". Watching some of the greats overthe years makes that statement so true.For Sale2 Dog Pups4 months oldSire: Excite AbilityDam: Clijsters(Token Prince-Luscious)$1000(07) 32004981Renzo ParkKennels* Rearing * Spelling* Pre-Training * Pet TransportLimited rearing numbers available.Pups handled & run daily. Fed beef,fresh cows milk, eggs, calcium etcWormed Regularly. Shaded pens &water hole in running paddock.Peter & Helen Simpson(02) 663351150438 792348Clover CottageKennels(Specialising in Pup Rearing)Now in operation for 6 years. OutstandingPups to Graduate from our Farm include:IN FOR LIFE(Group 1 Nat Sprint)BUCKINGHAM CHUCK(Group 1 Nat Sprint 2nd; won Qld final)MR RAUDONIKIS(Group 1 Maturity finalist)ANGELICA TRICK(Group 3 GC Cup finalist)Numerous City, TAB & Country winners.Contact Darryl & Sue Schafer(02) 66339043ClassifiedAdvertisersPlease NoteCheques and moneyorders for payment ofone-off Classified Advertsshould be made payableto theGreyhoundRacingAuthorityof QldWhite RoseBoarding KennelsWalloon, IpswichWHELPING, REARING,SPELLINGPuppies get lots of handling andsocialising, Quality fresh food,Regular worming. Natural rearingavailable on request. Over 25 yearsof success using this method.Greyhound rates from $5 per day.Ph: Peter & Marion Furbank07 54645422Quality Transport Service byRoad with Regular andreliable scheduled services.Regular services operate betweenSth East Qld and Sydney and NthNSW via Pacific & New EnglandHighways. Extensive coverage toRegional Qld ... North to Cairns, Westto Mt Isa, Southwest to Charleville.For full details view our website.Contact: David and Sierra GallagherPh (07) 5530 2710Mob 0418 775 456www.dogmovers.com.auThe (November, 2006) Journal Page 39

STOP PRESSAlreadyproducedover 1100winnersAUSTRALIA’S LEADING STRIKE RATE KING(In the top 20 Australia wide)Full refund if nil pupsFree return serviceif only 1 pupAUSTRALIA’S TOPTEN SIRES1. Token Prince 15.41%2. Brett Lee 19.75%3. Go Wild Teddy 17.32%4. Awesome Assassin 14.67%5. ELITE STATE 19.75%6. Just The Best 14.76%7. No Intent 14.42%8. Royal Assassin 12.83%9. Solve The Puzzle 15.25%10. Stately Bird 12.57%ELITE STATE30 starts 26 wins 3 placingsNATIONAL SPRINTCHAMPIONAnd his Genetic Full Brother ...FROZEN SEMENAVAILABLEAUSTRALIA WIDEFool's HeartAnotherdoubleWentworthParkOctober 7thAlready No. 4Australia WideFOOL TO CRY(17 months old)2 STARTS FOR 2 TRACKRECORDS: DAPTO 29.75, 29.53.Congraulations to Fool To Cry, Pure Clarity,Betty Blush - Finalists inDapto Group 2 Maiden FInalNOW STANDING Contact Jim Osborn0403 220 077 or (07) 5424 6625Sire: Just The BestDam: Heart Spark* A top class city performer with a 30.06Albion Park win at 19 months* From an outstanding litter thatincluded:Cardio Spark (6 wins)City Of Sydney (22)Shrewd Slater (12)M’Lady’s Fool (20)Sparkaholic (11)White Spark (13)* Out of broodbitch gem Heart Spark* Proven at stud* 100% blood brother to Elite StateStud Fee$660 (inc GST)Sire of outstanding prospects ...His LatestFertilityTest was100%GREAT STATE(Gold Coast 24.25 by 10lgths)KIBBLE CRUNCHER(Wentworth Park 30.25)The (November, 2006) Journal Page 40