ATA: Apprentice Jockey Rates

The Australian Trainers’ Association (ATA) is aware of information circulated concerning Apprentice Jockeys and the federal Horse & Greyhound Training Award 2010 (Award) which may be misleading and excludes important relevant points for Masters of Apprentices. In light of this, the ATA feels obligated to write to you to ensure that you are provided with…

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Industrial Update: NSF Super

Nationwide Superannuation Fund (NSF Super)  What is SuperStream?  SuperStream is a government initiative that is aimed at streamlining the super system for employers. It aims to simplify how contributions are made, saving time and reducing costs. This includes making contributions and supplying member information electronically.  Depending on the size of your business there are different…

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Price Leaves Door Ajar For Smoko

Bunbury co-trainer Ross Price has left the door ajar for Smoko to take on Barakey in next fortnight’s Goodwood Sprint (1300m) at Belmont Park. Smoko cemented his status as Western Australian racing’s newest sprint star with an explosive maiden Listed win in Saturday’s Belmont Newmarket (1200m). The Snitzel gelding treated his rivals with disdain when…

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Hunter Wins Encouragement Award

Apprentice jockey Casey Hunter is the latest recipient of the Western Australian Racing Trainer’s Association (WARTA) Encouragement Award. Hunter, from the Great Southern, is indentured to her father, Paul and is currently spending a few months in Perth with Dan Morton. Hunter received her permit to ride in January and claimed her best win when…

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Ascot Track Update

The new 1600m crossing at Ascot will open on August 13 (Wednesday) to allow curbing and the Pro Ride surface to be installed as well as turfing of the grass track at the 1800m old crossing. There will still be temporary fencing in place but everyone should follow the Track Marshall’s directions to ensure safe…

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