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From harness racing track to showjumping champion

From the very moment she hopped on his back, Ariella Stafford was told her standardbred Practically Magic would never be able to compete in showjumping. Fast forward eight years and…

Lion Kings set for Ultimate Driver Championship tilt

The Brisbane Lions have been kings of the AFL jungle over the last two seasons and now they have turned their attention to becoming royalty in harness racing. Spearheaded by…

Queensland racing industry mourns loss of Ronald Knack

The Queensland harness racing industry is mourning the loss of long-time participant and track curator Ronald Knack. Affectionately known as “Knacky” by many within the sport, the respected former trainer…

Tragedy spurring Bob O’Connor to get the most out of retired pacer

Standardbred Themostess never won a harness race, but it is her impact off the track that proved to be far more valuable for owner and trainer Bob O’Connor. The pacer…

Para-rider powering to success

Kylie Reynolds no longer has use of her legs, but she is proving that disability is no barrier to success – all thanks to a former harness racing racehorse. The…

Dixon’s nod to enthusiastic son on the big stage

For someone who drives and trains one of the greatest pacers in the history of the sport, Grant Dixon is almost as understated and low-key as it gets. It takes…

Young gun driving in honour of late mentor Greg Sugars

When James Herbertson takes to the track for Inter Dominion week, he knows he will have some extra help from above in his pursuit of victory. Australia’s premier harness racing…

Next generation ready to shine at Inter Dom finals

The Smith family have been entrenched in harness racing for decades, and now the next generation will get their chance to shine at next week’s Inter Dominion Finals night. Connor…

Leap To Fame connections reflect on Hall of Fame honours

There was never any doubt over whether Leap To Fame (Bettor’s Delight) would one day be inducted into the Queensland Harness Racing Hall of Fame. But to achieve the feat…

Added motivation for Chloe Butler with Team Teal

It is normally Chloe Butler’s favourite time of year, but Team Teal will take on extra meaning for the young harness racing driver in 2025. Butler and Taleah McMullen are…