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Harness Racing Victoria outlined the industry’s FY26 performance, FY27 forecast and strategic challenges and opportunities at its Annual Presentation at Bendigo Harness Racing Club last night.
All Victorian trial fields will be prepared and published by Harness Racing Victoria’s Racing Office from September 1 to deliver a consistent statewide approach to trials administration.
The Victorian Harness Racing Hall of Fame will induct its second tranche of immortal families at its August 29 dinner, when the Clarke, Mahar and Simons families will be celebrated.
Harness racing in Victoria contributed $623.3 million to the state’s economy, 61.8 per cent of it in the regions.
Yabby Dam Farms has super-powered its support for Victorian harness racing, establishing two $75,000 Yabby Dam Farms 2YO Trotters Classic finals.
Racing contributes more than $5.5 billion to the Victorian economy and sustains over 33,450 full-time equivalent jobs across the state, an independent report has found.
Harness Racing Victoria’s Vicbred program will strengthen its support of Victorian breeding and ownership, with changes taking effect from 1 July and 1 January.
RISE Racing is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of the new harness.org.au website, scheduled for go-live on 29 June 2026.
Harness Racing Victoria will implement racing changes for the 2026-27 season to strengthen participation, enhance its feature racing, and optimise prizemoney distribution.
Harness Racing Victoria has extended its fuel relief rebate to June 30 to help participants manage ongoing travel costs.
Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) has released its Venue Network White Paper, a long-term framework designed to strengthen the sustainability, relevance and future viability of harness racing in Victoria.
Harness Racing Australia (HRA) is seeking Expressions of Interests from appropriate candidates who wish to be considered as its next Independent Chair.
Who will join harness racing’s most illustrious club? The power is in your hands, with nominations open for this year’s Victorian Harness Racing Hall of Fame, which will be celebrated at Melton on Saturday, August 29.
Vicbred Voucher winners will be able to use their $5000 bonuses on eligible Vicbred horses at the May 24 APG Autumn Mix Sale and forthcoming APG and Nutrien winter sales.
Harness Racing Victoria’s kindergarten and graduation series, which encourages early juvenile racing, will continue through May, following a warm reception since its March launch.
The APG Vicbred Super Series will launch a big spring of Victorian harness racing, with the rich two, three and four-year-old series to run from August 28 to September 19.
Harness Racing Victoria has introduced a fuel relief rebate to support participants facing increased travel costs.
Thirteen club leaders and two Harness Racing Victoria staffers gained certificates and invaluable learnings as part of a collaboration to strengthen club governance.
Kevin Seymour was tonight awarded the Caduceus Club Living Legend, celebrating his contribution and success as part of the Victorian Harness Racing Awards night at Melton Entertainment Park.
The 48 stars of the track selected to vie for Victorian Horse of the Year honours have been revealed.
Harness Racing Victoria has amended its racing guidelines regarding horses that are stood down in an effort to maximise starters.
Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) is pleased to announce a new collaboration with miStable, providing Victorian harness trainers with access to a leading communication and stable management platform designed specifically for the racing industry.