In a statement Neal, who has been in the role for eightyears, said he had chosen to resign. John Lewis Payment will be charged to your Google Account. (Only applies if home delivery is included in your package), Subscriber-only newsletters straight to your inbox, Todays Paper, a digital replica of the newspaper, SuperCoach Plus for stats, analysis, tips and more, Saturday and Sunday paper delivery* (Not available in all areas). The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. Mr. Contacts - Department of Natural Resources and Environment The awards are decided by the votes of an 11-person panel comprising: one representative from each of the three clubs; the Thoroughbred Advisory Network chairman; four representatives of Tasracing (chairman, code director, code lead and content producer); and three members of the media. 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Together they went back to the motel, collected O'Connell's clothes and wedding rings and dropped them back at the hospital, leaving before family arrived. O'Connell confronted Neal about the affair by phone while his wife lay dying in hospital. He was also instrumental in making major reforms in animal welfare, injury reporting, and race sample collection, as well as establishing best practice models including a more consultative and inclusive approach for industry participants and officials. But if your subscription or membership includes home delivery, then you can request to suspend your paper delivery through My Account. Not in conjunction with any other offer. r***@saharness.org.au. Picture: Colin James Congratulations to Ross Neal on his appointment as CEO. Neal has been the chief executive of Harness Racing South Australia for the past three years but it was announced earlier this week that he had resigned. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. Neal has been one of its most visible staff, appearing as a prosecutor at tribunal hearings around the country. His involvement in harness racing spans more than 50 years, as demonstrated by his immense passion and leadership, and the Board thanks him for his hard work and contribution. Director of Racing and General Manager Justin Helmich Contact Office of Racing Integrity Prospect Government Offices 171 Westbury Road, Prospect PO Box 1329 Launceston TAS 7250 Phone: 03 6777 1900 Fax: 03 6777 5148 Email: admin@racingintegrity.tas.gov.au Website: http://www.racing.tas.gov.au | TAS - STEWARDS - C Ellson, VIC - Return to Racing after Injury or Surgery - Cranbourne 3 March 2023, VIC - Return to Racing after Injury or Surgery - Melton 23 Feb 2023, HRV Stewards- Elevated TC02 Policy- Maywyns Jewel, VIC VRT Hearing Ben Yole / Robert Walters, Racing Information Services Enterprise 2023. 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Racing's co-chiefstipendiary stewardRoss Nealhas resigned for personal reasons and to pursue other interests, he said on Monday. Subsequent investigations through the dating integrity framework led Mr Neal to resign and move to Adelaide to take on a new position at HRSA. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. No cancellations during the first 12 months. Mystic Journey won the group 2 Stocks Stakes - the only Tasmanian horse to score at that level - and was beaten only 1-1/4 lengths in the group 1 Empire Rose. His involvement in harness racing spans more than 50 years, as demonstrated by his immense passion and leadership, and the Board thanks him for his hard work and contribution. Mr Neal confirmed the HRA executive had issued a "show cause notice". Hela was unbeaten in seven Tasmanian starts including the Strutt Stakes and Thousand Guineas. The couple withheld nearly $400,000 in assembly and hiring fees from the club, though it wasnt easy for their monetary records, prompting their committee to protest racing minister Corey Wingard and treasurer Rob Lucas. Harnesslink.com is the only harness racing website dedicated to covering news and events in the Standardbred Industry world-wide. Turk Warrior is the only cut and dried winner in the two-year-old category and is also likely to poll votes in the overall horse of the year section. Tasmania's new chief thoroughbred steward expected to be named soon Ross Adams Quits Race Driving But Stays in The - John Tapp Racing Phone: (03) 62 144 260 admin@taspacing.com.au Welcome to the TTC The Tasmanian Trotting Club (TTC) is the major Harness racing club in Tasmania, located in Hobart. Mr. George Santos barricaded himself in the district when local citizens denied meeting with the embattled congressman. Mr Reggett admitted a breach of Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 190(1) and the Stewards imposed a seven (7) month disqualification. Our Privacy Policy includes important information about our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information (including to provide you with targeted advertising based on your online activities). Neal was first hired as a senior HRSA delegate in 2017 after resigning as a principal investigator with New Zealands racial integrity framework following a widely publicized extramarital affair. Mr Neal will be commencing with HRSA on Thursday 4 May 2017. Required fields are marked *. He was unbeaten in six starts including five feature races. You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. Acting Racing Director Tony Latham said: "At this stage I can't comment, as no contract has been signed as yet.". Harness Racing Victoria Company Profile | Management and - Datanyze Under fire racing official Ross Neal resigns | Stuff.co.nz The Integrity Unit was set up by the racing industry five years ago to combat cheating, drug-taking, sexual offending, corruption and other activities that might bring the industry into disrepute. she said. Who is Harness Racing Victoria Headquarters 400 Epsom Rd, Flemington, Victoria, 3031, Australia Phone Number +61 383780200 Website www.thetrots.com.au Revenue $12.4M Industry Insurance Harness Racing Victoria's Social Media Is this data correct? To upgrade, call 1300 MY NEWS (696 397), As a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member youll get unlimited digital access to every story online, insight and analysis from our expert journalists PLUS enjoy freebies, discounts and benefits with our +Rewards loyalty program. 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The best-performed older horses included Newhart who won three successive feature races in the Devonport Cup, Thomas Lyons and Mowbray Stakes. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. There has been plenty of speculation on social media about his likely replacement, with at least three senior interstate stewards and/or administrators 'tipped' to be in the running. The woman died a few days later. Mr Neal has been CEO for the last three years and has acted tirelessly in the interests of the industry- actively campaigning for growth and positive change. Press alt + / to open this menu. 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved |, Miracle Mile field brings possible record, Hooker Berry and the handsomest horse in the world, Strong Free For Allers to battle at Yonkers, Young stallions lesser known but valuable, Williamson pulls the pin on Majestic Man campaign, Walners Coach K to stand at Dublin Valley Farms. Police have referred her death to a coroner for investigation. The in-form Erica Byrne Burke is down to ride the six-year-old and her claim will reduce his weight to a manageable 61kg. What got him into harness racing, his hist. Home Delivery is not available in all areas. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. His mobile phone went straight to voicemail. On Tuesday 11 August 2022, Office of Racing Integrity Stewards conducted a hearing in relation to harness racing trainer Mr Mark Reggett presenting a horse, BUSTER BYRON, with a total carbon dioxide content (TCO2) present in a pre-race blood sample above the permitted threshold. Mr Neal has been CEO for the last three years and has acted tirelessly in the interests of the industry- actively campaigning for growth and positive change. 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Other problems come with the fine of a horse co-owner who criticized HRSA on social media, the granting of a drivers license to a teacher banned between states for doping horses and the arrest of two industry participants for transporting 50 kg of methamphetamine. O'Connell said he suspected his wife and Neal had been having an affair and had confronted her about it six weeks earlier, but she denied it. Chief executive Ross Neal said it was "absolutely ridiculous" for some people involved in harness racing to suggest swabs were not being tested. Ross Neal - Harness Racing SA Toby Bensimon - MD Shiels Jewellers Toby Strong - MD Podpac Customer testimonial Toby Strong - Managing Director Podpac Pty Ltd (Manufacturer and retailer of coffee pods) Posted on Linkedin 24 July 2019 Staff were expected to act professionally at all times; he said. His legacy and contribution are very much appreciated. Zac's red-hot run continues with Melton metro triumph, Catch A Wave completes memorable double with Miracle Mile win, Racing Information Services Enterprise 2023. This option is only available where expressly indicated with the offer. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Neal, who is expected to take up a new position in Tasmania, is expected to remain at the workplace until November, while the HRSA board is in place. Fiacchis replacement, former army officer Emma Grigson, said Neal had shown immense hobby and leadership in his 3 years leading harness races. ", Asked if they had been having an affair, he said: "I'm just telling you what we did that night and that's all I'm going to comment on. The three-year-old award is more interesting with War Correspondent, Hela and Swoop Dog all having claims after outstanding seasons.