On 20 July 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered a charge issued by Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) Stewards against licensed Grade B trainer Alex Freeman under Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 190(1).
On 13 July 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered a charge issued by Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) Stewards against licensed Grade A trainer Alison Alford under Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 190(1).
On 26 November 2024, Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) Stewards laid 34 charges against licensed trainer Scott Garraway under the Australian Harness Racing Rules (AHRR). Of those 34 charges, 17 charges were laid under AHRR 196A(1)(ii) and 17 charges were laid under AHRR 190(1).
On 1 July 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered three charges issued by Harness Racing Victoria Stewards against licensed trainer Jamie Kirk under Australian Harness Racing Rule 190(1).
On 2 July 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered a charge issued by Harness Racing Victoria Stewards against unlicensed participant Robert Talent under Australian Harness Racing Rule 231(1)(a).
There have been some recent instances, especially during inspections conducted at registered stables, where Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) Stewards have observed and taken action against persons driving a horse in sulky, particularly during trackwork, who have not been wearing a properly affixed helmet, a properly affixed protective vest, and/or adequate footwear offering a sufficient level of bodily protection.
There have been some recent instances during race meetings and inspections conducted at registered stables where Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) Stewards have become aware that persons carrying on activities regulated by licence have not been the holder of a current licence.
On 23 April 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered a charge issued by Harness Racing Victoria Stewards against licensed trainer-driver Jason Grimson under Australian Harness Racing Rule 190.
On 25 March 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered two (2) charges issued by Harness Racing Victoria Stewards against licensed trainer Joe Costa under Australian Harness Racing Rule 190.
On 20 January 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered a charge issued by Harness Racing Victoria Stewards against licensed trainer Robert Evans under Australian Harness Racing Rule 190.
On 10 April 2026, the Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) considered five (5) charges issued by Harness Racing Victoria Stewards against licensed Stablehand Greg Burns under Australian Harness Racing Rules 218, 187(2), and 91(1)(c); and under Australian Trotting Stud Book Regulations 11(4)(b).
Following a proposal and lengthy consultation with representatives from the Victorian Trainers & Drivers Association (VTDA), Stewards advise that the Push Out Position at Melton will be temporarily relocated under a controlled trial. This change will take effect from the race meeting on Friday, 24 April 2026, and is planned to continue for a minimum of three months.