Horses

  • Local trials put young racers to test on track

    The Colac Turf Club hosted trials for horses on Monday, with most in preparation for their first racing action.

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  • New chapter begins in Brad’s life with horses

    From the desert sands of Bahrain to the fields of Birregurra, Brad Pearson’s journey through the world of horse racing is nothing short of extraordinary.

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  • Rink’s undying love for horses

    It’s not just the working-class man or woman that benefits from the wonders of moving to the Otways coast for retirement.

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  • Equine section is readying to star

    Jenny Daffy says the Colac Show’s horse section marks the first step to encourage young riders into the field.

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  • Successful start to spring for local trainer

    Colac horse trainer Daryl Cannon has enjoyed a strong run of form lately with horses Wyuna Star, Houdini and Mash And Gravy impressing in recent outings.

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  • No links in horse deaths

    Authorities have so far found no link between a spate of 17 sudden horse deaths in Victoria, but have confirmed “normal causes” for some of them.

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  • Horse deaths investigated

    Victoria’s chief vet says there’s no evidence yet to link a spate of horse deaths in Victoria.

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  • Inquiry into horse deaths

    Authorities are investigating whether the sudden death of a Colac district horse is linked to a spate of similar deaths across the state.

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