The use of whips - major announcement
Australia’s Harness Racing Industry will tomorrow (Saturday) announce an historical change to its racing and training practices; specifically, to the use of whips.
The announcement will put Australia at the forefront of international reforms in racing, with the safety of drivers, horses and people being maximised and new standards set for animal welfare.
The significant changes are considered vital to the long-term sustainability of the industry, the generation of a new fan base and to achieving best practice.
In Australia, Harness Racing generates $2.5 billion annually and employs more than 19,000 people (13,000 Full Time Equivalent).
Who:
– Mr Geoff Want, Chairman, Harness Racing Australia
– Mr Andrew Kelly, CEO, Harness Racing Australia
– Mr Andrew Kelly, CEO, Harness Racing Australia
What:
Media Conference — World-leading change in racing practices for harness racing in Australia
Where:
– Gloucester Park, 3 Nelson Crescent, East Perth WA 6004
– JP’s Sports Bar, Ground Floor (drive into Nelson Crescent Main Entrance. Staff will direct you to the Media Conference Room)
– Map at: http://www.gloucesterpark.com.au/about/map-of-gloucester-park/
– JP’s Sports Bar, Ground Floor (drive into Nelson Crescent Main Entrance. Staff will direct you to the Media Conference Room)
– Map at: http://www.gloucesterpark.com.au/about/map-of-gloucester-park/
When: 10am Perth time (1pm AEDT)
Event Date: Saturday 10 December 2016
Media interviews:
– Mr Geoff Want, Chairman, HRA
– Mr Chris Alford, Australian Champion Driver (TBC)
– Ms Heather Neil, National CEO, RSPCA
– Mr Chris Alford, Australian Champion Driver (TBC)
– Ms Heather Neil, National CEO, RSPCA
Pictures and Overlay Video News Release Vision available showing historical progression of harness racing practices in Australia
Media Contacts:
Alex Messina — 0413 316 478
Rob Masters — 0413 147 080
Rob Masters — 0413 147 080
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