Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) regretfully shares news of the passing of Colin Redwood, a HRV Distinguished Services Medallist who has been remembered as "an all-round good guy".
Mr Redwood's name is synonymous with trotting in Victoria, exemplified by Maryborough's Redwood Classic.
Les Chapman, Mr Redwood's colleague during his long service on the Victorian Square Trotters Association board, warmly reflected on his friend today.
"He was hard working, ever approachable," Mr Chapman said. "He was one of the real nice guys of the game."
Mr Redwood was involved with owning, training and driving standardbreds since 1954 and was one of the most respected members of the sport. He was associated with great squaregaiters such as Rockin Dale, Mount Alm, Kurahaupo Lord, Maressar, Red Eclipse, Classic Victory and Arrestin Tess.
He trained and drove these great horses in races such as Inter Dominion Trotting Grand Finals, Australasian Trotting Championship Finals and the V L Dullard Trotters Cup.
His achievements stretched far and wide, not just encompassing his homeland, having represented Australia at a World Amateur Drivers Championship.
Mr Redwood was tireless in his service to trotting, having been on the committee of the Victorian Square Trotters Association for more than 25 years including serving as president.
Mr Redwood will be farewelled at a private service.
HRV extends its condolences to Mr Redwood's friends and family.
HRV extends its condolences to Mr Redwood's friends and family.