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King Island harness racing left in limbo as TasRacing delays decision 

By Gary Newton ·

TasRacing’s position on the future of King Island harness racing remains unclear, despite repeated assurances that the organisation “supports” the island’s unique mixed‑code program, which traditionally includes two harness races per meeting. Correspondence obtained by the club shows TasRacing has maintained that it cannot commit to funding or programming until its annual budget is finalised and approved by the board. In April, General Manager Racing Liam […]

Australia

Calling horse trainers – Opportunity knocks on King Island!

By Gary Newton ·

The King Island Racing Club Inc., proud custodians of 134 seasons of racing on one of Australia’s most remote and picturesque islands, is calling for trainers to help ensure the 2024–25 summer season goes ahead. Last season, a shortage of on-island trainers meant the club was unable to prepare enough horses to run a full […]

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