HORSE RACING – VICTORIA – REGULATION

Investigator has whip hand on harness racing industry

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Original article by Nick McKenzie, Richard Baker, Matt Taylor
The Age – Page: 9 : 3-Feb-15

Victorian Racing Integrity Commissioner Sal Perna has found evidence of corruption in the harness, thoroughbred and greyhound racing sectors. Perna, a former homicide policeman, says he met people who were so distressed with the state of affairs in the industry that they were crying when talking about corruption and the involvement of organised crime. A prominent harness racing driver and his father were arrested on 2 February 2015

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Vets to be quizzed on cobalt scandal

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Original article by Patrick Bartley
The Age – Page: 38 : 16-Jan-15

Three Victorian racehorse trainers could be banned from the sport for up to three years if allegations about the use of cobalt chloride are proven. Peter Moody, Danny O’Brien and Mark Kavanagh have denied any knowledge of the illegal use of cobalt. Five horses in their stables have tested positive to the banned substance, and Racing Victoria is investigating the scandal. The veterinary surgeons responsible for treating the horses have been asked to give evidence at the inquiry

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