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1 ISSN (Online) Victorian Greyhound Weekly Edition 66 Volume 2 Number 14 Friday 5 January 2018 Barcia Bale Premier Victorian Metropolitan Sire 2017 Details page 8 Pic courtesy of shefaro@peoplepc.com Victoria s only independent greyhound publication

2 From the Editor s Desk Victorian Greyhound Weekly Edition 66-5 January 2017 Remember, you can subscribe to Victorian Greyhound Weekly absolutely FREE OF CHARGE. Simply register your address with us and you will be sent an e-copy by every Friday morning. Letters to the editor are always welcome on any topic of your choice. editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au Victorian meetings coming up over the next week: Friday 5 Jan Healesville, Bendigo, Warragul and Geelong. The Meadows Saturday 6 Jan Warrnambool. Sunday 7 Jan Healesville, Sandown (SAP) and Sale. Monday 8 Jan Ballarat, Shepparton and Traralgon. Tuesday 9 Jan Geelong, Horsham and Warragul Wednesday 10 Jan The Meadows (MEP), Bendigo, Cranbourne and Ballarat. Thursday 11 Jan Traralgon, Shepparton, Warrnambool and Sandown. NOTE THE IMPORTANT CHANGE TO THE MEADOWS GROUP 1 SILVER CHIEF FINAL. FRIDAY NIGHT, NOT SATURDAY P What s inside This week? Item Page Coming Up Next Week 2 Coursing Clubs 21 Dogs to follow 30 Greyhound Adoption Program News 31 Greyhound Clubs Australia - Calendar 18 Greyhound Clubs Australia Group Results 18 GCA Group Racing Preview - G 1 Silver Chief Greyhounds as pets Foster Carers Greyhounds in the home Greyhound Veterinarians Listing (Vic) 24 Metropolitan Results from last week 4-7 Nostalgia 32 Obituary & Tributes Rhonda s World (Rhonda Singleton) 33 Talking Breeding NSW Talking Breeding Victoria 9-10 Victorian Metropolitan Sires List *** Sons At Stud - returns next week Advertising Manager Greyhound Weekly is looking to appoint a Victorian based, Sales Manager, on a commission basis. If you are interested and believe you have something to contribute, now. editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au ADVERTISING Roger Clark Advertising deadline 4.30pm Mondays Contact Advertising Manager, Roger Clark advertising@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au ADVERTISING RATES 1/8 page banner at the bottom of page 1 $35.00 p/week (When available) 1/8 page banner at the bottom of other pages $ p/week Quarter page $ p/week Half page $ p/week Full page $ p/week Victorian Greyhound Weekly is edited and published by Roger J Clark, for Azpak Marketing PO Box 184, Grantville Vic, ABN editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au Facebook: local_search?surface=sist

3 At Stud METICULOUS lodge Paul & Michelle Westerveld For full terms and conditions of Frozen Semen Breeding Unit Purchase please refer to our website or contact us directly at the office Refund (less 10% nil pups Credit Card Facilities Available +2% Surcharge Applies). FERNANDO BALE White & Brindle dog March kg Kelsos Fuslieer x Chloe Allen 44 starts 35 wins Prizemoney $1, THE WORLD S GREATEST GREYHOUND Won 11 Group 1 races Multiple track records $4,400 (incl GST) Frozen only BARCIA BALE Black dog March kg Go Wild Teddy x Princess Bale 14 starts 13 wins Prizemoney $ LEADING AUSTRALASIAN SIRE (3,547 WINS) 2017 LEADING AGRA RANKED SIRE (1178 points) 2017 LEADING AUSTRALIAN STRIKE RATE (16.8%) 2017 LEADING METROPOLITAN SIRE (840 WINS) 2017 LEADING AUSTRALIAN P/M ($9.1mil) ( Jan-Oct 2017) $5,500 (incl GST) Frozen only FABREGAS Black dog October kg 13 starts 12 wins Bombastic Shiraz x Wicked Witch Prizemoney $131,055 GROUP 1 NATIONAL SPRINT CHAMPION AT 22 MONTHS Four time Group 1 producer $3,300 (incl GST) Frozen only AGRA SIRE OF THE YEAR 2016 ZAMBORA BROCKIE Black dog September kg 53 starts 34 wins Prizemoney $532,503 WON SIX GROUP RACES AGAINST THE BEST IN AUSTRALIA G1 Vic Peters, G1 Winter Cup G2 Warrnambool Cup G2 Shoutout G2 Horsham Cup G2 Ballarat Cup Wpk San Mea $1,950 (incl GST) Frozen only KIOWA PRODUCER* Dark brindle dog April kg Dragon Fire x Kay V Sweet Kay 94 starts 50 wins PERFECT OUTCROSS FOR AUSTRALIAN BITCHES Won Hollywood Classic, Southland Derby and Southland Callas Memorial $1,950 (incl GST) Frozen only LIGHTNING FRANK Black dog September kg 30 starts 17 wins Black Magic Opal x Kirabilli Abbie GROUP 1 WINNING SON OF IN DEMAND SIRE BLACK MAGIC OPAL Brilliant Race Dog with A Beautiful Temperament Won G1 Silver Chief and G1 Temlee Meadows $1,650 (incl GST) Frozen only SHIMA BAR Black dog February kg Barcia Bale x Shimaguni 17 starts 10 wins GROUP 1 PAWS OF THUNDER WINNER WON WESTERN DERBY AT BALLARAT Son of Barcia Bale and outstanding racer/producer Shimaguni, whose progeny have won 110 races, $600,000+ $1,250 (incl GST) Frozen only BRED TO BE A SUPERSTAR UNLAWFUL ENTRY Brindle & White Dog December kg Knocka Norris x She Aint Late 73 Starts: Prizemoney: $275,428 THREE TIME TRACK RECORD HOLDER! Sandown 28.95, W bool 24.72, Ballarat Won G1 Hobart 1000, G2 Great Chase. $1,100 (incl GST) Frozen only - 3 -

4 Metropolitan winners Winners for last week s top metropolitan sires Victoria, NSW, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and West Australia. Last week, there were 14 metropolitan meetings in the six states, and the most successful sires across the country, at those meetings were as follows: 16 wins Fabregas. 13 wins Barcia Bale. 12 wins Fernando Bale. 9 wins Cosmic Rumble and Magic Sprite. 7 wins Collision. 6 wins Bekim Bale and Lochinvar Marlow. 5 wins Oaks Road and Spring Gun. 3 wins Bella Infrared*, Destini Fireball, Dyna Nalin, El Grand Senor, Jagger Swagger, KC And All*, Mogambo, Velocette and Where s Pedro. 2 wins Adios Alonso, Don t Knocka Him, Fear Zafonic*, Jarvis Bale, Kelsos Fusileer*, Kiowa Mon Manny*, Swift Fancy, Turanza Bale, Vee Man Vane And Zulu Zeus. 1 win Banjo Boy, Big Daddy Cool, Bobby Boucheau, Brett Lee, David Bale, Djays Octane*, Dyna Lachlan, Farley Blitz*, Farmor Las Vegas, Go Wild Teddy, My Bro Fabio, Paw Licking, Premier Fantasy*, Razldazl Jayfkay*, Roanokee, SH Avatar*, St. Pierre, Satanic Cash, Shakey Jakey, Surf Lorian, Talk s Cheap and Train A Journey. Winners and their breeding and trainers, from all Metropolitan meetings in Vic, NSW, Qld, S.A, W.A and Tasmania appear on our facebook page, as soon as possible each morning. Victorian-Greyhound-Weekly / Breeding and trainers of last week s metropolitan winners. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and West Australia. Week ending 31 December The Meadows (MEP) - Wednesday 27 December 1. Dyna Alice (Bella Infrared* x Dyna Cari) A.Dailly 2. Outshined (Fabregas x Sticka Size) B. Bravo 3. Zipping Riot (Turanza Bale x Zipping Willow) D. Geall 4. Hot Tip (Barcia Bale x Hot Irish) M. Briganti 5. Rig Fifty Five (Oaks Road x Full Noise Turbo) A.Langton 6. Allen Lottery (Razldazl Jayfkay* x Tonneli Bale) M. Delbridge 7. Crazy Jo Jo (Barcia Bale x Flying Liddy) M. Delbridge 8. Rebecca Bale (Dyna Nalin x Delfina Bale) D. Trewin 9. Idabelle Bale (Fernando Bale x Searle Bale) A.Dailly 10. Ursula Bale (David Bale x Tonneli Bale) M. Delbridge 11. Dyna Elvio (Kiowa Mon Manny* x Prue Bale) M. Delbridge Albion Park Wednesday 27 December 1. Absolutely Fab (Fabregas x Super Surfer) S Lawrance 2. Exponential (Cosmic Rumble x La Sirenuse) G. Smith 3. Syfy Hero (Cosmic Rumble x Stubborn Babe) S. Kleinhans 4. Crazy Emjay (Hostile x Tell The Truth) M. Brauer 5. Wheatacre (Velocette x Clair Vision) B. Baker 6. Sir To You (Surf Lorian x Are They Now) S. Hunt 7. Dodgy Dancer (Spring Gun x Gunnadoo Dancer) R. Higgs 8. Albury Way (Fabregas x Tiny Wong Way) C. Suttle 9. Arabian Go Go (Train A Journey x Arabian Magic Tu) B. Baker 10. Dancing Solo (Fear Zafonic* x Abundia Flyer) M. Wells 11. Bill s Special (Magic Sprite x Hope s Fantasy) T. Elson 12. Orphan Annie (Barcia Bale x To See You) R. Higgs ******** - 4 -

5 Breeding and trainers of last week s metropolitan winners. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and West Australia. Devonport Wednesday 27 December 1. Roll Call (Radley Bale x Enjoy) P. Ryan 2. Rusty The Jett (Jagger Swagger x It s A Jett) R. Watts 3. Bobby The Jett (Jagger Swagger x It s A Jett) R. Watts 4. Hetti s Produce (Destini Fireball x Miss Hetti) P. Ryan 5. Dolly Does It (Destini Fireball x Miss Hetti) M. Elphinstone 6. Fernando Bolt (Fernando Bale x She s All Class) D. Crosswell 7. Fernando Magic (Fernando Bale x She s All Class) D. Crosswell 8. Two Bills (Spring Gun x China Lady) S. Whitney 9. Manila Sal (Magic Sprite x Golden Patsy) A. Bullock 10. Beau Wonder (Fabregas x Cheer Girl) P. Cassidy Wentworth Park Wednesday 27 December 1. Zulu Reigh (Where s Pedro x Fancy Mandy) S. Burgis 2. Ocean Realm (Magic Sprite x Ocean Foam) C. Pallos 3. Audi Key (Cosmic Rumble x Miston Belle) L. Davis 4. Dale s Jet (Lochinvar Marlow x Champness Gal) S. Hazlett 5. Ebby Ripper (SH Avatar* x Ebby Miss) M. Eberand 6. Blazin Savannah (Barcia Bale x Regal Blaze) J. Eston 7. Sheez My Chicki (My Bro Fabio x Miss Chicki) C. Proctor 8. Two Times Twice (Fernando Bale x Chica Destacada) J. Finn 9. Big Black (El Grand Senor x Time And Money) D. Campbell 10. Nations (Barcia Bale x Haves) P. Sims Cannington Wednesday 27 December 1. Mr. Courageous (Where s Pedro x Classy Love) B. Cook 2. Kalgaritch Kid (Bekim Bale x Bea Smith) G. Price 3. West On Tia (Bekim Bale x Tearsabout Tears) C. Halse 4. Ortega City (Mogambo x Natural Sapphire) J. Marsh 5. Camelia Monelli (Fabregas x Jackie Bale) D. Hobby 6. Poppy Monelli (Fabregas x Jackie Bale) D. Hobby 7. Iridiun Flare (Zulu Zeus x Princess Alyssa) T. Erenshaw 8. Magic Monelli (Magic Sprite x Dyna Sandy) D. Hobby 9. It s The Horse (Fabregas x Whispering Ling) E. Crudeli 10. Jarbass Bale (Adios Alonso x Bala Bale) E. Crudeli Metropolitan Winners 11. Shiney Row (Bobby Boucheau x High Tide Ebony) G. Ellis 12. Assassin Creed (Shakey Jakey x Bakaara) B. Cook 13. Black Kotter (Bekim Bale x Runaway Princess) D. Rowe 14. Mighty Matt (Velocette x Nurse Tina) J. Thompson Sandown Thursday 28 December 1. Go Seek Heidi (Fernando Bale x Heidi Go Seek) A.Langton 2. Dyna Zesty (Kelsos Fusileer* x Xylia Allen) A.Dailly 3. Shady Tex (Fernando Bale x Sweet Shadow) J. Gill 4. Hecton Bale (Fernando Bale x Searle Bale) A.Dailly 5. Miss Innings (Destini Fireball x Flash Innings) J. Britton 6. Oshkosh Expert (Fernando Bale x Oshkosh Fayola*) A.Dailly 7. Vostok (Oaks Road x Full Noise Turbo) A.Langton 8. Not Available (Barcia Bale x Lochinvar Vogue) R. Britton 9. King Colt (Brett Lee x Total Upgrade) G. Scott- Smith 10. Oshkosh Uni Chet (Fernando Bale x Oshkosh Fayola*) A.Dailly 11. Mars Rising (Banjo Boy x Easy Baby) D. Douch 12. Ocean View (Djays Octane x Stunning View) P. Martinovic Angle Park Thursday 28 December 1. Fox Gambler (Collision x Francescana) S. Gray 2. Becky Bale (Farley Blitz* x Gail Allen) L. Rasmussen 3. Cash For Jam (Satanic Cash x Sweet Jam) R. Isaacson 4. Springvale Carla (Bekim Bale x Springvale Cool) G. Harris 5. Born Billy (Velocette x Molly Grace) L. Rasmussen 6. Bereluke (Barcia Bale x Flying Cheryl) T. Murray 7. Mr. Arjay (Magic Sprite x Mingle) C. Swain 8. Pyredos Monelli (Bekim Bale x Luba Monelli) B. Rawlings 9. Chief Bale (Adios Alonso x Adelle Bale) T. Rasmussen 10. Game Over (Magic Sprite x Bon Choix) R. Stasiak 11. Cairnlea Strider (Bella Infrared* x Cairnlea Layla) P. Jovanovic 12. Whackin Theo (Fabregas x What Kuda Been) N. Newlyn Greyhound Data provides information about greyhounds from all over the world with pedigree information drawn from the last four centuries. Online are 4,026,078 race results and 2,163,692 greyhound pedigrees.

6 Breeding and trainers of last week s metropolitan winners. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and West Australia. Albion Park Thursday 28 December 1. Pittsburgh Phil (Cosmic Rumble x La Sirenuse) G. Smith 2. Rockford (Cosmic Rumble x La Sirenuse) G. Smith 3. Noree Dessa (Lochinvar Marlow x Long Long Mama) C. Kadniak 4. Icinic Beach (Spring Gun x Blue Bird) S. Scott 5. Windy Girl (Vee Man Vane x Frosty Dooley) D. Russell 6. Shining Supreme (El Grand Senor x Surin Sal) D. Russell 7. Magic Hornet (Barcia Bale x Bizarre Barbie) R. Burman 8. Slick (Dyna Lachlan x Pearl Za Zinger) J. Mccarthy 9. Bronze Gambler (Collision x Francescana) J. Dart 10. Daze Like These (Fabregas x Tiny Wong Way) C. Suttle Hobart Thursday 28 December 1. Doran s Echo (Premier Fantasy* x Pen Shaw) R. Moate 2. Tommy The Jett (Jagger Swagger x It s A Jett) R. Watts 3. Free Spins (Lochinvar Marlow x Kindalin) W. Howells 4. Straw Cowboy (Fabregas x Tiza Gold) C. Tapp 5. Aqua Cheetah (Cosmic Rumble x Dalta Bale) S. Thompson 6. Leeroy Rogue (Big Daddy Cool x Fantasy Royale) D. Cannan 7. Woosha (St. Pierre x Leica Comet) R. Martin 8. Miny Mo (Fabregas x Cheergirl) A. Clark 9. Rivenlee Lad (Fernando Bale x Witch Fantasy) A.Bullock 10. Jake Sully (Oaks Road x Miss Stackhouse) A.Clark Angle Park Friday 29 December 1. Whitney Showgirl (Barcia Bale x Crown Poker) D. Turner 2. Spring Shirl (Spring Gun x Fantastic Emma) R. Fletcher 3. Hazel Eyes (Barcia Bale x Lachlan s Gift) D. Turner 4. Emerley Hose (Magic Sprite x Emerley Senorita) J. Hurley 5. Darcy Brown (Fabregas x Liza Brown) K. Gill 6. Motown Kenny (Collision x Motown Girl) T. Bradley 7. Jolene Marlow (Lochinvar Marlow x Amity Kinship) A. Milligan 8. Aston Kody (Collision x Aston Elle) T. Murray 9. Zipping Olga (Fernando Bale x Zipping Tess) A. Chevalier Metropolitan Winners Sliper s Soda (Lochinvar Marlow x Slipper s Tonic) B. Jones 11. Ascension (Magic Sprite x Spirited Lady) D. Anderson 12. Dakota Grace (Swift Fancy x Gable La Flash) C. Simes The Meadows Saturday 30 December 1. Jeebus Bird (Barcia Bale x Queen Bluebird) A.Dailly 2. Dyna Danna (Jarvis Bale x Carol Allen) A.Dailly 3. Rebecca Bale (Dyna Nalin x Delfina Bale) D. Trewin 4. Dyna Wazza (Jarvis Bale x Purcell Bale) M. Delbridge 5. Immen Bale (Foanokee x Darya Bale) A.Dailly 6. Fast Car Driving (KC And All* x Subway To Venus) J. Britton 7. Degani (KC And All* x Surfonic) W. McMahon 8. Lila Bale (Fernando Bale x Searle Bale) A.Dailly 9. Zipping Paris (Magic Sprite x Cho Chang) C. Jones 10. Aston It Is (Turanza Bale x Sweet It Is) P. Abela 11. Trianna (Lochinvar Marlow x Mrs Grace) S. Coulson 12. Envy Heist (Talk s Cheap x Hot Genetics) A.Dailly Wentworth Park Saturday 30 December 1. Zipping Potter (Mogambo x Crafty Lady) J. Mackay 2. Bogan Doonie (Spring Gun x Agni) N. Staines 3. Bolt Like Bekim (Bekim Bale x Kim Keeping) D. Power 4. Zipping Floyd (Mogambo x Crafty Lady) D. Prestwidge 5. Ritza Rossi (Where s Pedro x Midnight Quest) M. Gatt 6. Charrua (Cosmic Rumble x Lizzy Tibay) J. Lagogiane 7. Dyna Orenthal (Kiowa Mon Manny* x Desalle Bale) S. Rhodes 8. Royal Turbo (Swift Fancy x Addiction) G. Mckinley 9. Aston Duke (Go Wild Teddy x Aston Elle) J. Mackay 10. Blinken Gone (Barcia Bale x She s A Pedro) R. King *************

7 Metropolitan Winners Breeding and trainers of last week s metropolitan winners. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and West Australia. Cannington Saturday 30 December 1. Everest Monelli (Fabregas x Sveta Monelli) D. Hobby 2. Cropduster (KC And All* x Sialla) P. Stuart 3. West On Charlie (Kelsos Fusileer x High Recall) C. Halse 4. Bundles Galore (Dyna Nalin x Saving Bundles) E. Crudeli 5. West On Babe (Barcia Bale x Disco Girl) C. Halse 6. Mandjoogoordap (Collision x Rotza Night) P. Stuart 7. Allen Kempo (Vee Man Vane x Cailyn Bale) E. Crudeli 8. Pinny Mack (Cosmic Rumble x Flying Sienna) C. White 9. Petunia Monelli (Bella Infrared* x Lara Monelli) D. Hobby 10. Ideal Grace (Zulu Zeus x Transmit) J. Iwanyk 11. Too Dardy (Collision x Unbelief) B. Mcpherson 12. Bushman s Gold (Oaks Road x Kihael Madam) P. Glenny Albion Park Sunday 31 December 1. She s My Lady (El Grand Senor x Miss Ronny) J. Bloomfield 2. Miss Gambler (Collision x Francescana) P. Lavis 3. Poncherello (Fabregas x Short Stories) G. Gilbert 4. Rosie Knocks (Don t Knocka Him x Noir Rose) N. Catchpole 5. Edge Of Forever (Fabregas x Spirited Flame) C. Riordon 6. Fabrique (Fabregas x Spirited Flame C. Riordon 7. Farmor Chips (Farmor Las Vegas x Dunbro Lilly) S. Scott 8. Buddy Tokaam (Don t Knocka Him x Skyela Tokaam) B. Hazelgrove 9. Short Session (Paw Licking x Wise Forecast) R. Hazelgrove 10. Pink Trick (Fear Zafonic* x Nancy Trick) J. Gallaway 11. Another Red (Cosmic Rumble x Ba Bling) G. Keep 12. Lady Perlita (Oaks Road x Sky Twinkle) J. Huthcinson Remember : All previous editions are on the website:

8 Victorian Metropolitan Sires List 2017 Victorian Metropolitan Sires List Full Year 2017 Victorian Metropolitan Sires List Full Year 2017 No. Nov Sire Indiv. 1sts Dec SAP/MEP 2017 Victorian Premier Sire: Barcia Bale (March 2010 Go Wild Teddy x Princess Bale) 370 wins Barcia Bale; 14 starts $136,075 Won the 2012 Group 1 Maturity Classic. The Meadows 29.97, 29.86, 29.90, 29.94; Barcia Bale Cosmic Rumble Fernando Bale Fabregas Djays Octane* Magic Sprite Spring Gun Kinloch Brae* Bella Infrared* Collision Turanza Bale Nolen Oaks Road Banjo Boy Walk Hard SH Avatar* KC And All* Dyna Lachlan ** Kiowa Mon Manny* Lochinvar Marlow Surf Lorian *Import/Overseas Sire Totals ** New in Top 20 Just outside the top 20 at the end of December were: 32 wins Premier Fantasy* 31 wins Jarvis Bale. 30 wins David Bale and Cosmic Chief. 29 wins Black Magic Opal. 27 wins My Bro Fabio. 25 wins Bekim Bale & Velocette. 23 wins Kelsos Fusileer* and Mogambo. 19 wins Talk s Cheap. 16 wins Nitro Burst, Peter Rocket and Dyna Nalin. 15 wins Buck Fever and High Earner. 14 wins Swift Fancy. 13 wins Brett Lee. 12 wins Kilty Lad, Stagger, Don t Knocka Him and Radley Bale. 11 wins Shakey Jakey, Roanokee and El Grand Senor. 10 wins Where s Pedro, Primo Uno and Dyna Steal. His top 2017 winners, and their dams, were: 12 wins Shadale (x Budgie Lass). 9 wins Aston Dee Bee (x Aston Elle). Flyrite (x Phyllis Allen). Mepunga Blazer (x Mepunga Nicky). Zipping Lady (x Scarlett Girl). 8 wins Not Available (x Lochinvar Vogue). 7 wins Blue Gum Hill (x Ema s Princess). Benali (x Born Ali). 6 wins Bella Shima (x Shimaguni). Dundee Calypso (x Crown Poker). 5 wins Cheese Ya Later (x Body Trim). Hoo Gur Affair (x Gold Affair Two). Noaki Colour (x Pepe s Colour). Raw Ability (x Bugatti Flyer). Shanakee (x Punk Rock Lass). Traveller s Joy (x Ema s Princess). Trixta Rox (x Punk Rock Lass). 4 wins Alpha Triton (x Queen Of Cyprus). Are You (x Mighty Elite). Billy s Bake (x Evie s Entity) Celica Bale (x Really Gonnarock). Jeebus Bird (x Queen Bluebird). Louie Lasagna (x Premier Mojo). Mumma Josie (x Charming Louise). Pippy Dippy (x Wiradjuri Girl). Sergei (x Coral). ******************** - 8 -

9 Talking Breeding with Roger Clark Sire/Dam Victorian Litter Registrations Week Ending 15 December THIS week s review of litters on the Victorian Litter Registrations list for the week ending 15 December, starts with a nice litter of nine pups by leading national sire Barcia Bale (March 2010 Go Wild Teddy x Princess Bale). The four dogs and five bitches, registered by one of Victoria s leading breeders, Barry Smith, from Mepunga East, are from his beautifully bred, dual Group winning bitch, Mepunga Nicky (July 2009 Premier Fantasy* x Mepunga Diamond), whose dam is by Brett Lee x Mepunga Anna (Tonight s Wish x Mepunga Silk). She is from a litter of eight named, which provided seven winners, led by the prolific winner, Mepunga Geordie, who won 33 races. Her contribution to the litter s success was 15 wins and five placings from her 25 starts, with four wins over 525 metres at The Meadows (29.90), four wins over 515 metres at Angle Park (29.45) two wins each over 515 metres at Sandown (29.94), 520 metres at Wentworth Park (29.74), and 460 metres at Warragul (25.96), with one win over 460 metres at Geelong (25.93). Talking Breeding - Victoria Dog Bitch Breeder Barcia Bale x Mepunga Nicky 4 5 B. Smith Bella Infrared* x Mepunga Moss 4 3 G. Webb Clappin Thunder x Olive s Gift 0 7 D. Traynor Dyna Double One x Salegreys Power 2 3 E. Johannsen Fabregas x Florence Rose 2 2 B. Pell Fernando Bale x Visualize It 6 2 C. Colaiacovo Jesaulenko x Abigail Rose 1 0 S-L Chignell * Import or Overseas based Totals Litters (5.9) - 9- She won the Group 1 Adelaide Cup and Group 3 South Australian Oaks and has winners on file from each of her first three litters, by Barcia Bale, Bekim Bale and Djays Octane*. Infrared* litter NEXT we have a litter of seven pups by international stud success, Bella Infrared* (July 2009 Kiowa Mon Manny x Bella Ionic). Registered by White Hills breeder, Garry Webb, the four dogs and three bitches are from the Barry Smith bred bitch, Mepunga Moss (December 2011 Where s Pedro x Mepunga Diva), whose dam is by Flying Penske* x Mepunga Shiraz (Black Shiraz x Benji s Babe). Beautifully bred, Mepunga Moss is from a litter of nine named, from which seven raced and all won, including Mepunga Aztec (7 wins(, Mepunga Ledger (13 wins) and Mepunga Ranger (19 wins). She raced 58 times, for 12 wins and 14 placings, winning five times over 515 metres at Sandown (29.43), four times over 525 metres at The Meadows (30.13), twice over 450 metres at Warrnambool (25.24) and also over 530 metres at Cannington (30.60). She has two named offspring from her first litter, whelped in November 2015, by Premier Fantasy*, both winners, and also has a litter of five dogs and five bitches on file, whelped in July 2016, by Kinloch Brae*. These first two litters feature some outstanding future potential breedling lines. Seven bitches BALLIANG EAST breeder, David Traynor has a litter of seven pups on the list this week by well bred, veteran US sire, Clappin Thunder* (May 2001 Molotov x Solar Bear). The seven pups, all bitches, are from the beautifully bred bitch, Olive s Gift (October 2012 Kilty Lad x Beach Witch), whose dam is by Surf Lorian x Bo Douglas (EJ s Douglas* x Advert). Olive s Gift os from a litter of four named, with three winners, including Kilty Boy (1 win) and Silent Mistake (5 wins). She raced 61 times, for seven wins and 16 placings, winning five times over 500 metres at Bendigo (29.28) and twice over 460 metres at Geelong (26.09). Clappin Thunder* is beautifully bred, being by Molotov (HB s Commander x Mystic Rose) from Solar Bear (Minaki Zeke x Lotus Turbo). Solar Bear was a prolific producer of 43 named offspring, from five litters, who won more than 300 races between them.

10 Talking Breeding Victoria Continued On the Double DEVON MEADOWS breeder Elaine Johannsen has a litter of five pups on the list this week, by former champion sprinter, now outstanding stud prospect, Dyna Double One (March 2013 Barcia Bale x Crystin Bale). The two dogs and three bitches, are from the well bred bitch, Salegreys Power (January 2011 Path To Power x En Vogue), whose dam is by Premier Fantasy* x Dance Token (Token Prince x Dance Portrait). She is from a litter of two named, which included Zantey, who raced 34 times, for two wins and ten placings and the unraced, Molly Chambers. On the track, Salegreys Power raced 93 times, for 17 wins and 36 placings, winning seven times over 440 metres at Sale (24.97), where she also won twice over 520 metres (29.68), five times over 520 metres at Cranbourne (30.31), twice over 525 metres at The Meadows (30.18) and also over 515 metres at Sandown (29.80). She has winners on file from the nine named offspring from her first two litters, whelped in July 2015, by Magic Sprite and March 2016 by Dyna Double One. Fab four TOOLLEEN breeders Daniel and Beverley Pell have a litter of four pups on the list this week, by Fabregas (October 2010 Bombastic Shiraz x Wicked Witch). The two dogs and two bitches, are from the well bred bitch, Florence Rose (April 2013 Lonesome Cry* x Bubbles Devere), whose dam is by Elite State x My Selection (Jeff s Selection x Model Assassin). She is from a litter of four named, from which three raced and two won, her and Atlas Hank, who won four times. Her four wins, from just eleven starts were over 525 metres at The Meadows (twice 30.47, 30.52), 500 metres at Bendigo (28.38) and 450 metres at Shepparton (25.72). She has six named offspring on file from her first litter, also by Fabregas, whelped in December 2015 and then has a litter of six dogs and four bitches, by Barcia Bale, whelped in December Talking Breeding - Victoria Fernando Bale litter TOOLLEEN breeder, Clint Colaocavo has a litter of eight pups on the list week, by Australia s hottest stud prospect, Fernando Bale (March 2013 Kelsos Fusileer* x Chloe Allen). Clint s litter of six dogs and two bitches are from the well bred bitch, Visualize It (March 2012 Ivan Brown x Visualization), whose dam is by Surf Lorian x Leataro (Bobniak x Snug Fit). Former champion sprinter, Fernando Bale has had a sensational start to his stud career finished the year in third place on the Victorian Metropolitan Sires List (page 8) with 138 wins from 42 individual winners, after not having his first metropolitan winner until four months into the year s racing. On the track, he raced 44 times, for 35 wins and five placings, winning eight Group 1 finals and $1,299,370 in stakes. Visualize It is from a litter of six named, with three winners, including Iva Vision (17 wins) and Super Vision (6 wins). She raced 29 times, for eight wins and nine placings, winning five times over 520 metres at Albion Park (29.87) and three times over 520 metres at Ipswich (30.58). She has one previous litter on file, with two dogs and four bitches, whelped in November 2016, by Fabregas. Worth noting, her sire Ivan Brown is beautifully bred, by Where s Pedro x Suna Silence, whose dam is by Token Prince x Whispering Eve, who is by Grove Whisper* x Sandy Matu. Just the one pup UNFORTUNATELY just the one pup in the remaining litter this week, but you never know what he could turn out to be, he is certainly bred to win. The one dog pup, registered by Rosedale breeder, Sharon-Lee Chignell, is by Jesaulenko (October 2013 College Causeway* x Elite Fairy), from the well bred bitch, Abigail Rose (March 2011 Talk s Cheap x Kiama Bay), whose dam is by Ginger Bread Man x Winifred Cash (Cry Havoc x Cerise Miss). She is from a litter of five named, which produced four winners and she raced 33 times for seven wins and 15 placings winning over 440 metres (24.89) and 520 metres (29.66) at Sale and 513 metres at Traralgon (29.78). Remember all previous editions are available at -

11 At Stud 3 Noaki Street Pearcedale 3912 Call, SMS or Vince info@vtlodge.com.au V.T LODGE s studs have been tagged as some of the quickest dogs Australia has ever seen. They have won several races like the Geelong Cup, the 2016 Golden Easter Egg, the handpicked Speed Star Series at Sandown, the Temlee, and many more. Our studs also have the best temperament, making them ideal sires for your brood bitch. When it comes to strength and speed, there are no other stud dogs that can surpass V.T LODGE breeds. MOREIRA Bd d 31.5kg September 2013 Kinloch Brae* x Donna Ricca 41 starts $374,608 Made 4 GROUP 1's finals including the Australian Cup, The Silver Chief & winning the prestigious 2016 Golden Easter Egg.. Sandown 29.43, The Meadows 29.67, Wentworth Park Frozen Semen $1100* DALGETTY Blk d 32.5kg April 2013 Stagger x Rockin Along 33 Starts $244,270 DALGETTY has the best temperament which is a must quality to become an excellent stud dog! He won the Group 1 Temlee, Group 2 Geelong Cup, Group 3 Silver Bullet and the Listed, Sandown Easter Gift. Sandown The Meadows * Money back minus 10% if Nil Pups

12 Sire/Dam Talking Breeding NSW NSW Whelping Report Week Ending 30 September ONLY five litters on the NSW Whelping Report this week, for the week ending 30 September, but there are plenty of opportunities for prospective buyers with future breeding in mind. The five litters averaged nine pups each, which is well above average and a a great reward for breeders who have realised the opportunities that exist within the industry today. WEDDERBURN breeder has the first of the five litters which is a rare litter these days for the international stud success, Brett Lee (January 1999 Gun Law Osti x Sobbing Sal), who died in August 2010 and whose stocks of frozen semen must be almost all gone. Tiomothy s litter of seven dogs and one bitch, are from the beautifully bred, unraced bitch, Cheeky Action (October 2013 Kinloch Brae* x Cheeky Bonnie), whose dam is by Token Prince x Bonnie Bubbles (Proper Tears x Miss Fancy) and worth noting, Miss Fancy is by Barneys Alarm* x Gay s Fancy. She is from a litter of six named, from which the four who raced all won, including Arctic Action ( ) and Mystic Action ( ). She has two named offspring from her first litter, Centavos (7 wins) and Dambala ( ), who were whelped in April 2015, by Collision. Go Fernando NEXT we have a litter of twelve pups, registered by Toongabbie breeder, Dennis Donohue, by outstanding stud prospect, Fernando Bale (March 2013 Kelsos Fusileer* x Chloe Allen). The eight dogs and four bitches, are from the well bred, Group 1 National Futurity finalist and handy city winner, Winsome Charlee (December 2010 Where s Pedro x Ramblin Ruby), whose dam is by No Intent x Ruby Red Lips (Token Prince x Osti s Dream. Dog Talking Breeding NSW Bitch Breeder Brett Lee x Cheeky Action 7 1 T. Caines Fernando Bale x Winsome Charlee 8 4 D. Donoghue Kiowa Producer* x Flash Focus 7 1 D. Oliver My Bro Fabio x Amyjo 3 4 P. Spiteri Spring Gun x Kiss Me Wench 4 6 P. Keegan * Import or O/Seas based sire Totals litters (Ave 9.0) Brett Lee She is from a litter of nine named, which produced six winners, which included Where s Wob (10 wins) and Gangsta Style (6 wins). She was the standout in the litter, with her 38 starts resulting in 14 wins and 16 placings, with five wins over 520 metres at Wentworth Park (29.77), two wins over 515 metres at The Gardens (29.70), two wins over 472 metres at Bulli (26.39), where she also won over 515 metres (29.20), two wins over 520 metres at Dapto (29.75) and she also won over 535 metres at Richmond (30.82) and 331 metres at Albion Park (20.39). She has an almost perfect strike rate as a brood bitch with 13 of her 14 named offspring from her first two litters winning. Her first litter was whelped in September 2014, by Spring Gun, then she has a June 2015 litter by Fabregas. Kiowa Producer* litter FAIRY MEADOW breeder, Danny Oliver, has a nice litter of eight pups on the list this week, by highly rated international sire, Kiowa Producer* (April 2011 Dragon Fire x Kay V Sweet Kay) and worth noting, Dragon Fire is by Brett Lee x Hoops Slamdunk* (Molotov x Flying Sea Doo). The seven dogs and one bitch in Danny s litter are from the very well bred bitch, Flash Focus (June 2013 Collision x Redskin), whose dam is by Kiowa Sweet Trey* x She s Hot (Bombastic Shiraz x Chili Berger). She is from a litter of eight named, which produced six winners, including Star Torana (20 wins) and Napalm (10 wins). Her contribution was 34 starts for five wins and eleven placings, with wins over 520 metres at Wentworth Park (30.14), 520 metres at Dapto (30.23), 400 metres at Bulli (22.77) and 365 metres at Nowra (20.57). Seven for Fabio NEXT we have a litter of seven pups by former freak sprinter, now highly rated stud prospect, My Bro Fabio (March 2012 Turanza Bale x Flamenco). The three dogs and four bitches, registered by Bringelly breeder, Peter Spiteri, are from the very well bred bitch, Amyjo (November 2012 Collision x Neat Irish), whose dam is by Brett Lee x Carrington Miss (Golden Currency x Missus Tobin). She is from a litter of nine named, with the eight who won, winning 106 races between them, with her contribution being seven wins and 17 placings from her 48 starts. She won at Richmond (30.74), Wentworth Park (30.08), Canberra (17.99, 25.38, 31.14) and Goulburn (19.90).

13 Talking Breeding NSW Continued Spring Gun litter Spring Gun GRETA breeder, Peter Keegan has the final litter on this week s list, and be a happy man, with ten pups, by 2011 Group 1 Vic Peters Memorial Classic winner (WP 29.75) and under-rated sire, Spring Gun (June 2009 Bombastic Shiraz x Ready For Rain). The four dogs and six bitches are from the well bred bitch, Kiss Me Wench (February 2012 Lochinvar Marlow x Kiss Me Milo), whose dam is by Placard x Milo s Return (Saltwater Kid x Blind Wonder) and worth recalling, Saltwater Sid is by Walkabout Sid (Brother Fox x Promises Free) from Blind Wonder (Billy Glider x Louise O Hara). Kiss Me Wench is from a handy litter of five named, who all won, including Kiss Me Hughie (9 wins), Kiss Me Junior (7 wins), Kiss Me Marlow (19 wins) and Precious Lulu (9 wins). She raced 65 times, for seven wins and 17 placings, winning six times over 400 metres (22.98), where she also won over 515 metres (30.37). Talking Breeding NSW Listening Tour For New GRNSW Leadership Stakeholders and community members with an active participation in the greyhound racing industry are invited to meet the new leadership team of Greyhound Racing NSW as they undertake the first leg of a rolling tour of the state s clubs in GRNSW CEO Tony Mestrov and Deputy CEO Dayle Brown will be visiting a number of greyhound racing clubs across NSW throughout January to meet and listen to racing participants, club officials, fans and other industry stakeholders. Further dates and venues will be announced early next year. I m looking forward to meeting as many participants, stakeholders and community members as possible in 2018 in what is an exciting and pivotal time for greyhound racing, Mr Mestrov said. The industry is only as strong as its participants, and these sessions will be a great opportunity for you to share your views on how we can best tackle key challenges and grow the sport for everyone s benefit. I encourage anyone with an interest in the future of greyhound racing in NSW to come along to a drop-in session and have a chat with Dayle and myself. Remaining dates and locations for the January dropin sessions are as follows: Tuesday, January 16: Tamworth Greyhound Club, 5pm 8pm Thursday, January 18: Wagga Greyhound Club, 5:30pm 8:30pm Tuesday, January 23: Goulburn Greyhound Club, 12pm 3pm Thursday, January 25: Dapto Greyhound Club, 12:30pm 3:30pm Tuesday, January 30: Hastings River Greyhound Racing Club, 5:30pm 8:30pm Wednesday, January 31: The Gardens Newcastle Greyhounds, 3:30pm 6:30pm Light snacks and drinks will be provided at each meeting. jpreston@grnsw.com.au

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15 At Stud INTRODUCING AT STUD One of the fastest greyhounds ever to race in this country WORM BURNER The undisputed king of Angle Park HIS PEDIGREE: Hugely in-bred race dogs almost always make the very best stud dogs. This is how champion sires, Brett Lee, Temlee, Head Honcho, Bombastic Shiraz, Collision, Surf Lorian and Where s Pedro are bred. Worm Burner is line bred 4x4 to litter sisters Sobbing Sal and Hot Show Deb. His race record to date* 83 starts 48 wins 10 seconds 10 thirds Stake money $380,395 * He is still racing as well as ever, and had no luck at all when sixth in the Adelaide Cup final, 4.5 lengths behind the winner Raw Ability (29.50) He won the 2016 Group 1 National Sprint Championship, 2015 Group 3 Brian Johnstone Memorial and the 2017 S.A Sprint Championship. He finished second in the 2016 Group 1 Adelaide Cup, third in the 2016 S.A Sprint Championship and the 2016 Group 1 Melbourne Cup and was a finalist in the Group 1 Topgun, Group 2 Shootout and the 2017 Group 1 Temlee. He has won an amazing 38 races over 515 metres at Angle Park, with fastest winning times, 29.17, 29.25, 29.30, and 29.35, and eight races over 515 metres at Sandown 29.16, 29.18, 29.22, 29.30, 29.36, 29.44, and ONLY CHAMPIONS RUN OUTSTANDING TIMES LIKE THAT CONSISTENTLY Stud Fee $1,250 For bookings contact Cameron or Yvonne or

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18 GCA Group Race Calendar/Results Group Race Calendar 6 Jan G 1 Silver Chief, The Meadows 525m 5/13 Jan G2 Warragul Cup. 460m 5/12 Jan G3 Mandurah Cup. 405m 6/13 Jan G3 The Miata, Cannington. 715m 9/13 Jan G3 Devonport Cup. 452m 13/20 Jan G1 Paws Of Thunder. W. Pk 520m 13/20 Jan G2 Summer Distance Plate. W.Pk 720m 18/25 Jan G3 Queensland Cup. Albion Pk 600m 20/27 Jan G2 Traralgon Cup. 525m 27 Jan/3 Feb G1 National Futurity. W.Pk 520m 27 Jan/3 Feb G1 National Derby. W.Pk 520m. For more information please contact: GCA Publicity Officer Neil Brown Tel: Mob: Group Race Results Monday Monday 1 January - Sandown Group 3 Shootout 515m $25,000 - $0- $0 Tuesday 2 January - Gosford Group 2 Woy Woy Poultry Gosford Gold Cup 515 metres $40,000 - $8,649 - $5, Cosmic Bonus Evelyn Harris Pedro Cerrano John Little Wait There Glen Mcinley Chase The Cash Craig Watts Viva Opal Carol Hudson Miss Splendamiro Johannes Vanderberg Barking Bad Michael Eberand One Required Graeme Jose lengths x 1/2 head Aston Dee Bee Seona Thompson Quick Jagger Christopher Halse Shadale Robert Reddenbach Black Mumbo Anthony Karabitsakos lengths x 3.43 lengths

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21 Coursing Clubs Trialling: Lang Lang (Drag Lure). ** PLEASE NOTE - No walk up trials!!!! Booked trials ONLY from 9.00 am till am every Sunday morning. To book your trials please call between 10am 5pm every Friday. Longwood Coursing Club Trials every Sunday morning from am last ticket sold and Tuesdays by appointment with Gary Robinson advance. Julie Stefanos, Secretary Phone/Fax: Benalla Coursing Club Enquiries to:- President: Andrew Scott andyscott@hotmail.com M: Vice President: John Carr Johncarr02@hotmail.com M: Secretary: Amanda Webb Mandywebb70@gmail.com M: Treasurer: Merv Phillips Phillipsmscm@bigpond.com M: Trialling: Contact Amanda Webb for all information on trial times. Track Distance: Approx. 340 metres. Facilities: The Grandstand gives a commanding view over proceedings and the bar is open. Great food is prepared and served by the ladies of the club in the takeaway food bar. Parking is available inside or outside the race course. Accomodation: There are many motels within driving distance to the track. Lang Lang Coursing Club Location: McDonalds Track, Lang Lang. Directions: Travelling South East along South Gippsland Hwy, (from Melb) turn left at Shell Service Station, continue along McDonalds Track passing over the Railway Crossing, then turn left and take the left fork. President: John Clay Mob: Vice President: Dylan Edgar Secretary/Treasurer: Sue Jolly jollyranch@bigpond.com Committee Members: Norm Adderley, Steven Belsham, Steve Thomas, Michael Calstrom, Colin Goodman. National Coursing Association of Victoria Inc. Executive: Secretary: Ms Sue Delaney (Melton GRC) Phone: Mobile: s: Secretary@ncavic.com.au Postal Address: 6 Mark Court, DIGGERS REST 3427 President: Mr Peter Craig (Lang Lang Coursing Club) T: Vice President: Mr Geoff Villinger (VCC) T: Treasurer: Ms Heather Villinger (Longwood Coursing Club) Other Executive members are: Bernie Ryan (Werribee CC); Tony Smith (Werribee CC); Murray Hehir (Benalla PCC); John Clay (Lang Lang CC), John Barsby (Werribee CC); John McFarlane (Melton GRC); Garry Robinson (Longwood CC); Carolyn Mills (Benalla PCC). Life Members of the National Coursing Assoc. of Vic. Mr K Callaghan; Mr S Cleghorn; Mr P Craig; Mr G Fitzpatrick; Mr A Grimmond; Mr J Harris; Mr D Hinks; Mr J Maple; Mrs M Mills; Mr T Mills; Mr T Smith; Mr J Van Echteld; Mr G Villinger; Ms H Villinger. Mr P Lambert (dec.); Mrs W Pearl (dec.); Mr N Ryan (dec.) Mr R Adams (dec.) Coursing South Australia. jahurley@bigpond.com Phone : (NOTE : No message bank) Home (08) (has message capability) Judy Hurley Racing Manager/Secretary GOTBA of SA Coursing Club

22 Friends of Greyhound Adoption Program Appreciation post Pia Francesca As 2018 rolls in, I can t help but feel very thankful for my gorgeous boy, Charlie. He s been such a good boy over the Christmas/New Year period and all of my family have commented on how placid and calm he is, even when surrounded by people. He even slept inside at my dad s house (formerly a no animal inside residence) and had no accidents or caused any fuss. Although he can be cheeky at times, he really brings us all so much joy every day. Happy New Year to all you other pups and fur-parents! I hope 2018 brings everyone much happiness. Greyhounds in the home Taking a breather in the shade, admiring the surroundings. Happy hound Anna Cruden Marlene Hassett said I agree, they really do seem to know what is expected of them. I had 14 people at my house for Christmas lunch, she was happy to just walk around and get pats from everyone. Didnt bother anyone while we ate outside and didnt do any bench surfing even though all the food was laid out on the bench and we were all outside. An absolute angel Send us your favourite dogs in your home pic editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au

23 Greyhounds in the home Happy New Year Jo Bowler Just popping in to a group that understand my pain. Living in a tourist town can be challenging, never more so than on bloody New Years Eve. Bloody fireworks (both official and even worse the backyard ones) and drunk partying neighbours. I'm waiting for midnight to come for the next round of booms and hoping that these two keep relatively calm. Happy bloody new year... What do u mean I have space issues? Editor s Note: For all those people whose lives would not be bearable if there were no Fireworks? I wish the authorities would start looking at Noiseless Fireworks at least. Those that make the decisions obviously don t stop long enough to think about the effect the noise has on animals, particularly dogs. Noel McMahon Greyhound Weekly is a proud supporter of the Greyhound Adoption Program

24 GRV Greyhound Care Greyhound Veterinarians in Victoria Place/Area Practice Veterinarian Phone Albury/Wodonga Hume Animal Hospital Dr. Rohan Goyne (02) Ballarat Eureka Veterinary Hospital Dr. Robert Page (03) Bendigo McIvor Road Veterinary Centre Dr. Sue Collins (03) Dr. James Chadwick Dr. Jack Wong Caulfield Caulfield Veterinary Clinic Dr. Janene Kirschner (03) Craigieburn Craigieburn Animal Hospital Dr. Michael Bell (03) Cranbourne Walnut Veterinary Centre Dr. Des Fegan (03) East Bentleigh East Bentleigh Veterinary clinic Dr. Kunal Nagaich (03) Glenrowan Glenrowan Veterinary Clinic Dr. Joanne Watkins (03) Keysborough Keysborough Veterinary Clinic Dr. Chris Boemo (03) Langwarrin Langwarrin Veterinary Clinis Dr. Barbara Bakhoy (03) Maffra Gippsland Veterinary Hospital (incorporating Maffra Veterinary Center, Sale Veterinary Centre and Gippsland Equine Hospital) Dr. Cindy Hayes, Dr. Duncan Runciman (03) Mansfield Mansfield Veterinary Hospital Dr. Peter Cullen (03) Maryborough Maryborough Veterinary Practice Dr. Gemma Coulter (03) Metro West Regional North West (Mobile practice) Dr. Elissa Marriott Newton Newton Veterinary Clinic Dr. John (Jack) Ayerbe (03) Oakleigh Monash Veterinary Center Dr. Ray Ferguson (03) Dr. Mark Foley Dr. Stuart Mason Sale Gippsland Veterinary Hospital (incorporating Maffra Veterinary Center, Sale Veterinary Centre and Gippsland Equine Hospital) Dr. Emily Haywood (03) Sandown Sandown Vet Clinic Dr. Alastair Smith (03) Shepparton Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club Dr. Zoe Manning (03) Tatura Tatura Vet Clinic Dr. Phil Stammers (03) Terang Terang & Mortlake Veterinary Clinic Dr. Nicole Cheek Dr. Craig Wood (03) Trafalgar Trafalgar Veterinary Centre Dr. Peter McCourt Dr. Gee Tawfik (03) Wangaratta Wangarrata Veterinary Clinic Dr. Felicity Miller Dr. Adam Williams (03) Warrnambool The Vet Group Wollaston and The Vet Group Timboon All vets (03) Warrnambool Warrnambool Quality Vetcare Dr. Craig Finlayson

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28 Obituary Vale Big Fella. Former Moyne councillor Dick Prendergast dies Everard Himmelreich The family said Mr Prendergast would be remembered by those whom he encountered for his many acts of kindness and his years of community involvement. Mr Prendergast is survived by his wife Rita and children Kristie, Mick, Paul and Anthony. His funeral will be held at 11am on Friday, January 5, at Our Lady Help of Christians church in Warrnambool. Former Moyne Shire councillor Dick Prendergast was a champion of the underdog and highly regarded in the Mepunga community, Moyne Cr Jim Doukas said. Cr Doukas said Mr Prendergast, who died on Wednesday at the age of 74, was a strong advocate for Moyne residents whom he thought had been unfairly treated by the council. Cr Doukas said he and Mr Prendergast were both elected to the council in 2002 and had hit it off as mates from the first day. Mr Prendergast attracted considerable media attention after he was convicted in 2006 of assaulting a Moyne council officer and disqualified as a councillor.. Cr Doukas said even after his disqualification, Mr Prendergast was still held in high regard by members of the Mepunga community who would speak to him for advice. Among the many jobs Mr Prendergast worked at were as a sub-editor and rural journalist with The Standard. A colleague of his at The Standard, Peter Fletcher, said Mr Prendergast was well suited to journalism because he told the best stories. No one told stories like Dick, many of them from his own remarkable life experiences. Dick was a powerful force in the newsroom and always commanded respect for his editorial principles and work ethic. He matched it with a lively sense of humour, Mr Fletcher said. Dick s death will be hard felt among his Fairfax colleagues but his legacy is assured. As he always (accurately) maintained in life: Nobody forgets the Big Fella, Mr Fletcher said. Mr Prendergast s family said he had died after an arduous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Editor s Note: Dick Prendergast was well known in greyhound racing circle in Victoria for many years, back in the 1970 s and 80 s. I had the pleasure of working with Dick for many years when he was a full time journalist with the original Greyhound Weekly newspaper, which was published from 1973 to Dick was instrumental in encouraging me to expand my Victorian Metropolitan Sires and Brood Bitch statistics, which have been published in some form, every month, since After moving to the Warrnambool area in the early 1980 s, Dick worked for many years at the Standard. Tragedy struck Dick, wife Rita and the family in 2002, when their eldest son Patrick was killed in a helicopter crash in South Africa. Dick and I corresponded now and then regarding greyhound matters and I never forget the early influence he had on my 45 years as a greyhound journalist. Roger Clark. Editor & Publisher Victorian Greyhound Weekly. Obituary compliments of:

29 Vale Graeme Thomas GRV Website Tribute Awarded 2004 Ken Carr Medal Margaret Thomas is considered one of greyhound racing s first ladies. Her tireless devotion and commitment has encompassed the entire gamut of the sport. Margaret, who served the Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club with distinction for 10 years, received the 2004 Ken Carr Medal - the highest award for excellence within the Victorian greyhound racing industry. Graeme Thomas, a long-time supporter of the Traralgon GRC, has passed away after a long illness. We offer our condolences to his wife Margaret Thomas, family and friends. Graeme was a life member of TGRC and was well known for his tireless fundraising efforts for the club. With a large beef cattle farm in Meeniyan, Graeme still managed to find time for the club and as the support team for Margaret, who is a renowned trainer in Gippsland, a former vice president and past president of the club. Margaret was inducted into the GRV Hall of Fame, receiving the 2004 Ken Carr Medal the highest award for excellence within the Victorian greyhound racing industry. TGRC president Don Haley, paid tribute to Graeme. Margaret always used to say that she couldn t do what she did without Graeme. He was a strong supporter of the club, very involved for many years. Graeme was larger than life, he was full of life and he will be missed by many people. Graeme s funeral service was held at Meeniyan Cemetery at 10.30am on Wednesday, January 3. A memorial service to celebrate Graeme s life followed from 11.30am at Meeniyan Town Hall. Margaret Thomas GRV Hall of Fame: Years involved in industry: 50 Category: Administrator NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS: Traralgon GRC Committee Member 10 years Traralgon GRC President 6 years, Vice-President 3 years Production of presentation rugs for feature race winners 35 years She trained a champion greyhound in the mid-1970s, and has hand-made presentation rugs for several race clubs for the past 35 years. Margaret also played a pivotal role in one of the sport s greatest PR exercises Dalkeith which hit the silver screen. But Margaret s life in greyhound racing really has its genesis in the late 1930s. Here she tells her own story. I was born and bred into greyhound racing. I had a collar and lead in my hand from the time I could walk, Margaret said. I was my father s (Arch Franklin) little dog keeper. He gave me a gift of loving the sport. From aged four, I would create a toothache, just to go to the White City dogs with dad. And when I was around 10 years old, I would go coursing hares with dad, Ron Gooding and Jim Sparks in the paddocks along Greens Road, Dandenong. Not long after, dad was called up to the air force where he served in Papua New Guinea during World War II. He left behind a 12-month-old pup and I used to walk her along the banks of the Dandenong Creek. I thought he would only be away a couple of weeks, but he was gone four years. Then, in 1972, I met a man called Graeme Thomas and we moved to Meeniyan. He bought me my first two greyhounds Nigger Chimes and Charlie Chimes. They were bought for $100 from Nugget Charles as three-month-old pups. Cattle prices were low and the two dogs were our salvation. Nigger Chimes was my first winner. He won the 1975 Silver Chief, at only 17 months of age, and all of my family was there. But my most exhilarating moment as a trainer was when Meeniyan Prince defeated Eaglehawk Star in a heat of a Melbourne Cup. He later went to stud in Ireland and some of his pups also raced in America. Read the full story at:

30 DOGS TO FOLLOW Our weekly selection of greyhounds to follow, based on their breeding and recent performances Dogs to follow Windy Millar* JOHNNY WISHBONE Black dog, December 2015 Fernando Bale x Come On Luaan. Owner: Brett Dowler. Trainer: Brian Hodgson (Smythesdale). Beautifully bred two year old who has only had five starts for two wins and two placings. Back to back wins, 500 metres at Bendigo, 29 September (28.44)and 6 October (28.44) before second there and then had over a month off. Resumed at The Meadows (MEP) 23 December when fifth from box four then had no luck when third over 515 metres at Sandown (SAP) on 1 January, beaten 9 lengths in the race won by Carltonian (29.57). NO PASSENGERS Black dog, January 2016 Barcia Bale x Hot Irish. Owner: Rare Diamond Syndicate. Trainer: Mario Briganti (Pearcedale). Beautifully bred youngster who has now had 13 starts now for four wins and six placings and has been a model of consistency. Win over 525 metres at Traralgon (30.76) and three placings, Traralgon, Meadows (MEP) and Sandown (SAP) before last start fifth there, from box eight on 1 January, beaten 5.84 lengths in the race won by Dyna Zervo (29.63), who had box one. Reverse the boxes and the result may have been different for this promising youngster. AIR LOAD Black dog, February 2016 Sure As x Air Tight. Owners: Jim and Len Syndicate. Trainer Leonard Absolom (Devon North). Raced 15 times now for four wins and five placings and looks like a handy type. Won from box six over 460 metres at Warragul on 12 December, then placed two of next three, over 440 metres at Sale. The other run was a close fourth over 515 metres at Sandown (SAP) 21 December and he started there again on 1 January, when beaten lengths in the race won by Barcali (29.89) after having no luck in the run. Keep following him as he'll win again soon. August 2006 Honcho Classic (Head Honcho x Sure Lass) x Any Time Soon (Staplers Jo x Toss Spirit) 52 Starts 14 wins 23 placings Won 2009 Group 1 Belfred Stakes, and 2008 Group 3 Kasco Stakes, with placings at Group level. Outstanding winning percentage as a sire. $700 Frozen, Bendigo or Sandown Contact Richard NOW AVAILABLE FOR STUD DUTIES (AI or Natural, at Bendigo) Athos Black Dog Dec kgs Windy Millar* (Honcho Classic x Any Time Soon) a Alanis Lane (Primo Uno x Daishi Bale) 95 starts, 15 wins, 14 seconds, 11 thirds Won 425 to 600 metres As close as you can get to Turanza Bale on the dam side. $500 or FREE service (at cost) to city winning or proven bitches by Mogambo, Kelsos Fusileer or Premier Fantasy CALL RICHARD

31 Start your New Year Grey! GAP News If you re not ready to adopt just yet, don't worry. Come along for a pat and find out more information. Our experts from GAP will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. It is a new year and what PAWfect way to celebrate by attending our first ever ADOPTION WEEKEND! The Adoption Extravaganza will be held on Friday 12 January to Sunday 14 January and located at GAP Seymour. There will be around 100 dogs onsite over the 3 days and they are looking to find their new FUREVER home! Please register so we can send you an updated list of greyhounds available prior to the day, and keep an eye on the Greyhound Adoption Day page of the GAP website in the week leading up to the event. Parking is free, and refreshments are available. Please note: Unfortunately, due to high demand there will be no cat-tolerant greyhounds on the day. Register Now

32 Nostalgia Floodgate Breeding: SIRE: Chariot Supreme DAM: Bonjour Cecie Whelped : 01/11/1989 Trainer : Peter Giles Owners : Arthur Cooper NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS: Won 25 races Producer of 22 race dogs who combined for 362 wins Producer of stud dogs Jack Junior and Pete s Boss. Producer of top class greyhounds Ashlee Jeannine, Floodfawn, Flood Gun, Flood Law, and Initiative Grand producer of Elgrando, Flashing Floods, Paddy s Flame and many other topliners. Following a career that spanned 93 starts for 25 wins and 33 minor placings, Floodgate went on to have five litters between 1993 and Amazingly these litters produced 22 racedogs that combined for a staggering 362 wins; an average of more than 16 wins per pup. However, Floodgate s influence doesn t end there, with some of her sons including Adelaide Cup winner Jack Junior and Pete s Boss, plus daughters Ashlee Jeannine and Floodfawn all featuring successfully on the breeding scene in their own right. Floodgate s bloodlines have been prominent in the making of Peter Giles hugely successful breeding If you have a Nostalgia contribution to editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au and training complex in Moe, and have also had a huge bearing on the life of Floodgate s owner Arthur Cooper. Floodgate died in 2004 aged 15, and Cooper remembers the daughter of Chariot Supreme and Bonjour Cecie with great fondness. ******************

33 Rhonda s World Nostalgia Rhonda Singleton shares photos from her collection of History and Memorabilia. Rhonda lives in New South Wales and became involved with greyhounds in 2007 as a owner and racing them all over the state. If you ve got a story, or photo you would like to see printed here, please let us know, we anxious to share memories from The good old days editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au Stud Books for Sale Rare collection of Australian and New Zealand Greyhound Stud books. 40 volumes from 1972/3 to 2013 Good condition for their age. $1,000 or nearest offer. editor@victoriangreyhoundweekly.com.au

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35 Greyhound Stories All of the works of Robert McKinnon a.k.a Maddog McDermutt, including his latest book. Stubs Feral, are available online at Then reference Robert McKinnon

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