Riding Changes:

Race 1 - WALKER'S EARTHWORKS HURDLE (3100 METRES)

During the running of the race OUR RAAMI GUEST suffered a bleeding attack.

On return to scale DÉTENTE ,which had been pulled up by its rider near the 600 metres was found to be lame in the near fore leg. Mr. D. Brown Trainer of DÉTENTE was notified that prior to the gelding being permitted to start again he must be in receipt of a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness.

Near the 500 metres CROWN DUO (NZ) had to change course after being disappointed for a run between VOODOO SUNSET and JETHRO.

On return to scale PURPLE BEAU (NZ) was found to be lame in the near fore leg. Mrs. K. Durden Trainer of PURPLE BEAU (NZ) was notified that prior to the gelding being permitted to start again she must be in receipt of a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness.

Mr. D. McCabe Trainer of PRIDE'S ARMY which performed in an uncompetitive manner was notified that the gelding would not be permitted to start in a jumping race until such time as PRIDE'S ARMY schools to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

Mr. J. McArthur Trainer of BONHOMME DE NEIGE which performed in an uncompetitive manner was notified that the gelding would not be permitted to start in a jumping race until such time as BONHOMME DE NEIGE schools to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

Race 2 - HAYMES PAINT PERMEWANS SUPER VOBIS THREE-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN PLATE (1200 METRES)

REIGNSTAR was slow to begin.

In the early and middle stages of the race TAMMIVAN raced ungenerously.

LADY CRACKERJACK ,which had been held up rounding the home turn shifted out and bumped DE MILO. LADY CRACKERJACK then had difficulty obtaining a clear run in the early part of the straight.

Approaching the 200 metres BIG KID ,which had a tendency to lay in was held up for a run. After passing the 200 metres POLYDUNK which was weakening had to be eased to avoid the heels of LADY CRACKERJACK which shifted in.

Subsequent to the event REIGNSTAR which finished a distant last was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who reported that the filly was suffering from shin soreness.

Race 3 - WARBURTON CONSTRUCTIONS THREE-YEARS-OLD & UP MAIDEN PLATE (1600 METRES)

Shortly after the start LOCHINVALE (NZ) was hampered by BIG MOVE which shifted in. Shortly after this incident LOCHINVALE (NZ) which was racing between BIG MOVE and DAPPER LAD shifted in abruptly and had to be checked off the heels of BIG MOVE. BELZUMA which was following was hampered in consequence.

After passing the 600 metres BIG MOVE shifted in and tightened RENT FREE resulting in that filly having to be checked. BIG MOVE then shifted out and hampered LOCHINVALE (NZ).

Prior to straightening TARA'S SONG shifted in towards the running rail and became unbalanced.

Mr. M. Lewis Trainer of RUMAH BATIK, the winner, was questioned regarding the marked improved performance of the filly today as opposed to its previous start at Murtoa. Mr. Lewis explained that the filly had shown ability and worked well throughout its preparation. Mr. Lewis added that with the addition of blinkers and tongue-tie for the first time along with a schooling session in a bullring this week may have accounted for RUMAH BATIK'S improved performance. Mr.Lewis further added that the connections had moderately supported RUMAH BATIK today.

RENT FREE which was eased down by its rider in the home straight was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who reported no apparent abnormalities.

Race 4 - ROBCO CLASS 1 HANDICAP (1400 METRES)

No report.

Race 5 - TAMMI HENSLEIGH HANDICAP (1200 METRES)

W. Hokai, rider of SCENIC GARDEN was severely reprimanded for shifting out near the 200 metres when not sufficiently clear of I'M HONOR HIGH (NZ) resulting in that horse being taken out off its course.

S. Harrison, rider of MOSSITON was severely reprimanded for failing to ride his mount out to the end of the race. In arriving at their decision it was the Stewards' belief that S. Harrison's actions had not affected the placings.

When asked if he could explain the improved performance of INKAMULLA (NZ) Mr. J. O'Connor Trainer of the gelding stated that its previous poor run at Oakbank was totally out of character for the horse. Mr. O'Connor added that INKAMULLA (NZ) had worked and trialled well in the lead up to this event and for this reason he gave the gelding a good winning chance.

Race 6 - JOHN HUNT AUTO SPARES CLASS 3 HANDICAP (1600 METRES)

Near the 1400 metres PODGY BLEU shifted in and bumped OLD DUNCAN.

On return to scale PODGY BLEU ,which had performed poorly was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who reported that the gelding was showing signs of abdominal pain.

Race 7 - CARLTON DRAUGHT OPEN HANDICAP (1600 METRES)

UMANOOLA was slow to begin.

Race 8 - HAMILTON SPECTATOR CLASS 4 HANDICAP (2200 METRES)

After being placed in the barrier PETITE JEUNE FILLE broke through its front gate and cantered a short distance. PETITE JEUNE FILLE was returned to the barriers and re-boxed.

AEROLON bounded in the air when the gates were released and lost ground.

Shortly after the start TARTAN RIBOT had to be checked when tightened for room between PETITE JEUNE FILLE and STALKING HORSE which shifted in.

D. Holland, rider of APOLLO'S GHOST (4^th place getter) was severely reprimanded for failing to ride his mount out to the end of the race. In arriving at their decision it was the Stewards' belief that D. Holland's action had not affected the placings.

Near the 1800 metres BROOKSON shifted in away from DUELLING, which also shifted in resulting in APOLLO'S GHOST being bumped in onto PROVEN TIES. APOLLO'S GHOST then became unbalanced, shifted out and had to be checked off the heels of BROOKSON.

Near the 1600 metres DELTA RUN (IRE) which was pulling had to be checked off the heels of YOUNG BEAUTY.

Subsequent to the event YOUNG BEAUTY which had been eased down by its rider in the home straight was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who reported no abnormality.

Race 1- CROWN DUO (NZ) - Winner
Race 2- DOLPHINORA - Winner
Race 3 - RUMAH BATIK - Winner
Race 5- INKAMULLA (NZ) - Winner
Race 7 - KEY TO MY DREAMS - Winner

Race 5 -

Mr. M. Hibbs Trainer of SHATTERED LOVE was fined the sum of $200-00 for permitting the removal of the mare from the saddling paddock without the permission of the Stewards after SHATTERED LOVE had arrived on course.

The Stewards Room