Last year's joint horse of the year The Inevitable heads a small lineup for the Open Handicap (1350m) and, hopefully, will take his place in the field.. His presence would add some much-needed interest to the meeting. Lynair O'Connell was rushed to Christchurch Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. Full Digital Access 12 Month Plan costs $208 (min.cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $16 every 4 weeks. Why subscribe to become a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member? This week we decided to step away from present racing and we focussed on finding out more about the MAN Ross Neal. Select the subscription offer youd like to buy, click Subscribe with Google, and you will be directed to complete your purchase using your Google account. copyright 2023 racing information services enterprise. O'Connell confronted Neal about the affair by phone while his wife lay dying in hospital. Payment will be charged to your Google Account. The beauty of having a digital subscription or membership is that it travels with you. Email. "It is in their hands." The sign to the administration offices of the SA Harness Racing Club. The successful applicant will take over from Scott Quill who left on July 9 to take up a position in Victoria. 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. Stewards Panel: Ross Neal (Chair); Steven Shinn and Roger Brown Present: Mr Conor Crook (Respondent) Rule: Australian Rules of Harness Racing (AHRR) 190 (1) `A horse shall be presented for a race free of a prohibited substance'. Godber said he understood Neal did not wish to comment further. 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 In May, it was revealed he was with Harness Racing New Zealand (HRNZ) employee Lyn O'Connell in a . 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. The thought of representing the U.S. in August's World Driving Championship already has kept harness racing driver Jordan Ross awake at night. Ross Neal, of the Racing Integrity Unit, at a hearing into charges against jockey David Walker. The Office Of Racing Integrity was contacted regarding the rumoured appointment. Nicolas Seiwald: RB Leipzig Replacement of Konrad Laimer in Salzburg, WATCH: Angry Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini throws a sandwich at AC Milan enthusiasts after never winning. A grieving husband is calling for the resignation of a top racing industry corruption. The Racing Integrity Unit today announced Ross Neal had resigned from his co-chief stipendiary steward role. Musk Made a Mess at Twitter. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Chief executive Ross Neal said it was "absolutely ridiculous" for some people involved in harness racing to suggest swabs were not being tested. Please call 1800 070 535. Mr. Company. The Inevitable has never raced on a synthetic track and hasn't raced in his home state since winning the Tasmanian Guineas in January 2019. Engage via Email. Mr Reggett admitted a breach of Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 190(1) and the Stewards imposed a seven (7) month disqualification. When he found out his wife had been at the motel he confronted Neal about it, demanding to know the truth of the relationship. 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). 2022 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved | NV. Sign up to receive our new evening newsletter Two Minutes of Stuff - the news, but different. War Correspondent won the 3YO Cup, Carbine Club Trophy, 3YO Classic and a $135,000 race at Moonee Valley. ROSS NEAL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (08) 8285 0700 rneal@saharness.org.au Approved By Dean Baring www.harnessbred.com Driving The Future Of Harness Racing 2020-11-13 dean@testmating.com Archives February 2023 January 2023 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 "It's been killing me inside. Mr Neal is a highly experienced steward from New Zealand with an involvement spanning over 20 years. she said. He said Neal could not champion "integrity" after having an affair with an employee -Lyn O'Connell worked as a casual stenographer for the integrity unit -while she was vulnerable and battling cancer. Racing's co-chief stipendiary steward Ross Neal has resigned for personal reasons and to pursue other interests, he said on Monday. "I am and continue to be passionate about the integrity and performance of our industry and believe I have been true to the intent and purpose of my role throughout my time in this role. A recorded voice message said he was no longer working for the RIU and directed all work-related calls to its general manager Mike Godber. She died a few days later in hospital. 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. He was unbeaten in six starts including five feature races. For more than 18 months, Mr Neal and Mr Fiacchi have been embroiled in a protracted dispute with the financially troubled SA Harness Racing Club held at Globe Derby Park. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $24 every 4 weeks. Harness Racing SA has announced expatriate New Zealander Ross Neal has quit just weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. Please call us on 1800 070 535 and well help resolve the issue or try again later. r***@saharness.org.au. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. Ross Neal scored two tries in his debut game for Wasps in November 2018 after arriving from London Scottish Saracens have signed former London Irish, London Scottish and Wasps centre Ross. Payment every 4 weeks for the first 12 weeks. 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. 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. Ross Neal is the Chief Executive Officer at Harness Racing Victoria based in Flemington, Victoria. Byrne Burke is a runaway leader of this season's jockeys' premiership with eight wins at the first four meetings. Mike Godber, general manager of the Integrity Unit, said Neal rode to hospital with O'Connell in an ambulance. 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Four years later, he returned to the world's biggest stage looking for redemption. Any Questions? HRSA wishes to formally announce that Ross Neal has been appointed as the new Chairman of Stewards for Harness Racing SA. Contact Us But if your subscription or membership includes home delivery, then you can request to suspend your paper delivery through My Account. Initially he denied any affair, and said the meeting at the motel was innocent. READ MORE: *Top jockey fails cannabis test *Michelle Payne to retire? This automatically renews to be charged as $24 (min. I don't sleep, I've lost 22kg since my wife died. 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. Harness Racing Victoria is a statutory body for which the Victorian Minister for Racing is responsible. Further, in accordance with AHRR 195(1), BUSTER BYRON was disqualified from Race 3 at the Tasmanian Trotting Club meeting on Sunday 26 June 2002. | 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. Neal called his co-chief stipendiary steward, Nigel McIntyre, for help andMcIntyre picked him up from the hospital, Godber said. All other facets of HRSAs business will remain unchanged. "He only admitted it after I threatened to go to the Racing Minister and the Racing Board and go public.". Neal has been the chief executive of Harness Racing South Australia for the past three years but it was announced earlier this week . The RIUpolices the racing industry. Not in conjunction with any other offer. The 1998 World Cup was supposed to be Ronaldos crowning glory, but an unexplained seizure shattered Brazil's dreams, and his. Your email address will not be published. His legacy and contribution are very much appreciated. The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation. The latest name being thrown up by the rumour mill is Ross Neal. The boss of South Australias peak harness racing body has quit just weeks after its chairman resigned. Mr Neal will pursue a change in career direction and the Board wishes him every success in his future endeavors. "We were having dinner at a restaurant, she dropped me back, we had a cup of tea and that was it, and then she collapsed. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. It explains that if you do not provide us with information we have requested from you, we may not be able to provide you with the goods and services you require. This automatically renews to be charged as $16 (min. They discussed about her becoming a stipendiary steward, how you go about it, how you read a race, and she came home and told me all about it.". Neal will be looking for a career replacement and the Board of Directors (HRSA) wishes each and every one of them good luck in their long-term efforts. As a consequence of this change Simon Ewen will assume the role of Acting Chairman of Stewards. RIU policywas to not comment on whether employment action had been taken. Chief Executive Officer at Harness Racing Victoria. ", 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. 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. . Terms & Conditions, 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved | NV. Congratulations to Ross Neal on his appointment as CEO. | the Office of the Chief Executive Officer: John Lewis, 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. Mr. In a statement Neal, who has been in the role for eightyears, said he had chosen to resign. 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. Will His AI Plans Be Any Different? ", Godbersaid Neal was in Christchurch in a private capacity. The latest name being thrown up by the rumour mill is Ross Neal. 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. Blair O'Connell, a Motukarara trainer and breeder, learned his wife was critically ill only by a phone call from the hospital. Your email address will not be published. The board of directors of the organization was aware of the controversy when it hired Mr. Neal. George Santos would have a new treasurer. Police have referred her death to a coroner for investigation. The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation of Neal, whose personal life had been in the public spotlight. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. In fact, he said, Neal had taken the opportunity to conduct an affair with her for more than a year. Share Your Design Ideas, New JerseysMurphy Defends $10 Billion Rainy Day Fund as States Economy Slows, This Week in Crypto: Ukraine War, Marathon Digital, FTX, Chief Executive Officer, South Australian Harness Racing Club Inc. Ross, a 25-year-old Tennessee native who enjoyed a breakout season on the Indiana circuit in 2022, has been selected by the U.S. Trotting Association to wear the Stars and . You already have a current subscription with us. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Kapunda Harness Racing Club. In a statement released on its website this afternoon, it said Mr Neal had decided to . The appointment follows a detailed and thorough process undertaken by the selection panel. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. Last Update. Email or phone: Password: . A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. His mobile phone went straight to voicemail. After purchase, this subscription may be managed in your Google Account Settings. Charge: That you; Conor Crook, as the trainer of FULL SPEED John Lewis Borussia Dortmund vs RB Leipzig: How are they? Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. Godber said he could not comment when asked whether Neal had jumped,or was pushed. "We didn't pay for the flight, we didn't pay for the hotel.". Neal has been one of its most visible staff, appearing as a prosecutor at tribunal hearings around the country. As a consequence of this change Simon Ewen will assume the role of Acting Chairman of Stewards. The appointments were made public when Mr. Neal went with a married member to a hospital in an ambulance when she suffered an attack at the center while they were together in a motel room. cost) billed approximately 4 weekly for the first 12 weeks. Home delivery is not available in all areas. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery 12 Month Plan costs $312 (min. See www.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Jump to. Initially starting as a race day steward in 1996, he graduated through the ranks including as a Senior Stipendiary Steward and Investigator and culminating as Co-Chief Stipendiary Steward for all New Zealand racing including thoroughbreds, harness and greyhounds. 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. Harnesslink.com is the only harness racing website dedicated to covering news and events in the Standardbred Industry world-wide. And, Swoop Dog won the Tasmanian and Launceston Guineas and was placed in the Tasmanian Derby and the WFA Mowbray Stakes. Mr Neal confirmed the HRA executive had issued a "show cause notice". Full Digital Access $4 (min. However, I will continue to be an avid supporter.". New customers only. This special highlights the best of the fifth annual event which was held in Singapore from November 14-17. "He rang me back and admitted he'd been having an affair with her for about a year and a half, which just broke my heart. 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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. I still love her and always will.". McIntyre said he was at home on the night of the incident and got a call to go and "assist" Neal. (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). Fiacchis replacement, former army officer Emma Grigson, said Neal had shown immense hobby and leadership in his 3 years leading harness races. Seewww.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Neal, who recently returned from a period of annual leave, described his decision to resign as "extremely difficult". Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. 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. 24 August 2021 | HRSA Media The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. Disclaimers Harness Racing SA has announced that New Zealand expat Ross Neal has resigned weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. Contact: Ross Neal Acting Racing Integrity and Stewards Manager Ph 0425 836 910 Related News 17 February 2023 VIC - Return to Racing after Injury or Surgery - Ballarat 17 Feb 2023 It will be the smallest thoroughbred meeting for some time at Spreyton on Sunday with only 67 acceptors for the eight races. What got him into harness racing, his hist. The most recent controversy has referred to the easing of monetary costs of groceries, with some other people claiming that they are likely to be maximum to prevent accordingly. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. Cohen was a harness trainer. 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. You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. Disqualification Harness Trainer Mr Mark Reggett. His involvement in harness racing spans more than 50 years, as demonstrated by his . cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions.