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Hoping to buck the trend

Hoping to buck the trend

SOUTH Australian horseman David Phillips is hoping to 'buck the trend' during the weekend. With 'Croweaters' usually on the wrong side of interstate invaders - particularly Victorians - the Mount Gambier-based trainer is crossing the border in search of riches. Phillips will head to Melton for

Local filly makes massive statement

Local filly makes massive statement

LOCALLY-OWNED youngster Brighton made a massive statement at Globe Derby last Saturday night. Breaking her maiden at her sixth start, Brighton captured an 1800-metre Southern Cross heat in a slick 1:54.4. Another way to highlight Brighton's performance is noting her time is 6.6 seconds faster

Reigning champ ready for title defence

Reigning champ ready for title defence

REIGNING champion No Notthebuttons is back in town to defend his title. Successful in last season's Southern Cross Final, No Notthebuttons will make the trip from Victoria to contest Saturday night's heats at Globe Derby. In strong form, No Notthebuttons won the Vicbred Silver Series three

Eight years between drives . . . but he'll be back

Eight years between drives . . . but he'll be back

Interstate raiders dominate card

Interstate raiders dominate card

VICTORIANS dominated proceedings during last night's Mount Gambier meeting. With several border-hopping stables in action, raiders captured five of the eight races while also figuring among the placegetters in each event. Popular trainer Rebecca East kick-started proceedings in the opening event when Eastbro Chrissy continued her impressive form

Harness racing loses a true character

Harness racing loses a true character

ROCKBANK-based trainer Brian Kiesey, who was born on Christmas Day 1960, sadly passed away on Sunday, November 17 aged 64. Kiesey loved nothing more than being around his horses, spending many hours each day with them and giving them undivided attention. He was part of harness racing since working for

Chasing first driving win in 50 years!

Chasing first driving win in 50 years!

ALMOST five decades since his last victory and 13 years since his previous drive, veteran horseman Colin Watson will make his comeback in Charlton today. Taking time out from the sport after partnering Dancing Doll to run fifth in Cranbourne on March 6, 2011, Watson has renewed his zest for