Riding Changes:

RACE 1 - GABLES B & B LAKES ENTRANCE SV 3YO MDN PLATE. 1430 M

When the gates opened, "Campaign" knuckled.

RACE 2 - WINDBRUSH COTTAGE B & B TRAFALGAR MDN PLTE (1).1200 M.

After being loaded into the barriers, "Arkmann" reared and became cast. "Arkmann" was taken from the barrier and examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and declared unfit to race. Acting on this advice, Stewards ordered the withdrawal of "Arkmann" at 12.15 p.m. Subsequent to the race, Stewards further ordered the following betting deductions.
All monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting to be refunded and that all successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: WIN BETS: 19 cents
PLACE BETS: 16 cents WINNING CONCESSION BETS: 18 cents DOUBLES BETS: 19 cents. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket.

Shortly after the start, "Not But The Brave" had to be eased due to "No Debate" shifting in slightly after being bumped by "Sudden Warning".

Approaching the 800 metres, "No Debate" and "Kelly Bay" brushed. Near the 600 metres, "A Thousand Drinks" had to be eased off the heels of "No Debate".

For the majority of the race, "Just Highlights" hung out.

RACE 3 - CREEK COTTAGE B & B TRARALGON MDN PLATE (2). 1200 M.

After being loaded into the barriers, "Ocean Lake" reared and became cast. "Ocean Lake" was then taken from the barrier and inspected by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and declared unfit to run. Acting on this advice, Stewards ordered the withdrawal of "Ocean Lake" at 1.26 p.m. Subsequent to the race, Stewards further ordered the following betting deductions.
All monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting to be refunded and that all successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket WIN BETS: 2 cents
PLACE BETS: 2 cent WINNING CONCESSION BETS: 2 cents and DOUBLES BETS: 2 cents. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket.

Near the 400 metres, "Bardon Hill" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Karma" (N. Callow) which shifted out slightly and "Branch Of Gold" (M. Allen) which shifted in slightly. Both N. Callow and M. Allen were notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Near the 100 metres, "Bardon Hill" had to change course to obtain a clear run.

Approaching the winning post, "Crystal Draw" brushed the running rail when racing tight on the inside of "Aedes".

RACE 5 - BRIGADOON B & B NEWBOROUGH F & M CL 4 H'CAP. 1200 M

In today's Race Book, the starting time for Race 5 appears as 3.45 p.m., when in fact, the scheduled starting time was 2.45 p.m.

Shortly after the start, "Aerialist" commenced to buck for some distance before being pulled up near the 800 metres. Mrs. J. Scott, part owner/trainer of "Aerialist", was notified that the mare was now suspended from racing until she performs to the satisfaction of the Stewards in an organised trial.

No report.

RACE 7 - WORKSAFE VICTORIA CLASS 1 HANDICAP. 1100 Metres.

Acting on a report from the Starter regarding the behaviour of "More Moet" when being loaded into the barrier, Stewards notified Ms. M. Rizzo, part owner/trainer of the gelding that Stewards were placing a warning gainst "More Moet" and that should it perform again in a similar manner, action may be taken against it. Ms. Rizzo was further notified that she must be in receipt of a Barrier Test Certificate before racing again.

In the early and middle stages of the race, "Real Ticker" raced greenly.

Near the 800 metres, "Real Ticker" shifted in and brushed "Red Cheval" in onto "Unhurried Days".

Approaching the 500 metres, "Real Ticker" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Red Cheval" which shifted out and "Tiarna's Girl" (N. Callow) which shifted in. N. Callow was notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Near the 100 metres, "Real Ticker" had to be checked off the heels of "Red Cheval" which was taken out by "Unhurried Days" which shifted out.

RACE 8 - CLEARVIEW FARM B & B FERNDALE CLASS 3 HCAP 1900 Metres.

Near the 300 metres,"Boortkoi Breaker" had to be eased off the heels of "Willunga Lad" which shifted in.

RACE 9 - MIRADOR SPRINGS B & B TRAFALGAR CLASS 2 HCAP 1430 M

In the mounting yard, "Sovereign Swamp" reared over. On arrival at the barrier, "Sovereign Swamp" was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and was deemed unfit to run. Acting on this advice, Stewards ordered the withdrawal of "Sovereign Swamp" at 5.19 p.m. and subsequently ordered the following betting deductions.
All monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting to be refunded and that all successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: WIN BETS: 7 cents
PLACE BETS: 8 cents WINNING CONCESSION BETS: 7 cents and DOUBLES BETS: 7 cents. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket. Shortly after the start, "Brequillo" had to be checked off the heels of "Our Ebony" which was taken in by "Rhymes" which shifted in. "Master Jago" which was following, was hampered in consequence.

Approaching the 200 metres, "Rancho Caught" was slightly inconvenienced when "Nanbrooke Princess", which had a tendency to shift in, then shifted in slightly.

Prior to correct weight, N. Callow, rider of "Rancho Caught", the second place-getter, wished to view the Stewards patrol video of the straight before deciding whether to lodge an objection. After viewing the film, N. Callow decided not to proceed and correct weight was declared.

SWAB SAMPLES -
Routine swab samples were taken from the following winners:
RACE 1 - "Campaign"
RACE 2 - "Yo Picasso"
RACE 5 - "Gaidel's Bid" and
RACE 8 - "Princess Jacana".
A routine swab sample was taken from -
RACE 8 - "Willunga Lad - fifth place-getter.
Five horses had pre-race blood samples for post race analysis.

FINES & EXPLANATIONS:
RACE 3 - After weighing out, E. Cassar became ill and was examined by the Club's Medical Officer and deemed unfit to ride for the remainder of the day. E. Cassar was notified that prior to riding again, he must produce a Medical Certificate of Fitness.
RACE 3 - Mr. R. Hore-Lacy, trainer of "Rhett", was fined the sum of $50.00 for the late notification of a rider for the gelding.
RACE 6 - After riding in Race 6, M. Allen was examined by the Club's Medical Officer and wasdeclared unfit to ride for the remainder of the day. M. Allen was notified that prior to riding again,he must produce a Medical Certificate of Fitness.

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