The appointment follows a detailed and thorough process undertaken by the selection panel. She had been with Ross Neal, the co-chief stipendiary steward for the Racing Integrity Unit, which polices the racing industry. Mr Neal will transition from his role on the 10th November 2021 with the Board looking to the market to seek a successor to the role. The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation of Neal, whose personal life had been in the public spotlight. In This Weeks Podcast @Lachlan Stace Talks to HRSA's CEO Ross Neal on Recent EventsThe ONLY Show that is PROUDLY Brought to you By Harness Racing SA Limit. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. A recorded voice message said he was no longer working for the RIU and directed all work-related calls to its general manager Mike Godber. Ross Neal - Harness Racing SA Toby Bensimon - MD Shiels Jewellers Toby Strong - MD Podpac Customer testimonial Toby Strong - Managing Director Podpac Pty Ltd (Manufacturer and retailer of coffee pods) Posted on Linkedin 24 July 2019 New customers only. ", Godbersaid Neal was in Christchurch in a private capacity. Mr. Congratulations to Ross Neal on his appointment as CEO. she said. The awards are decided by the votes of an 11-person panel comprising: one representative from each of the three clubs; the Thoroughbred Advisory Network chairman; four representatives of Tasracing (chairman, code director, code lead and content producer); and three members of the media. He then appointed him in 2018 as the positions executive director of publishing, prompting complaints from some industry participants. Ross Neal scored two tries in his debut game for Wasps in November 2018 after arriving from London Scottish Saracens have signed former London Irish, London Scottish and Wasps centre Ross. Neal had been an excellent co-chief stipendiary steward and was committed to the industry, Godber said. He only recently took up the role of Deputy Chief Steward with Harness Racing Victoria, after three years as HRNSW Chairman Of Stewards. Your email address will not be published. Ross and Yvonne are the proud parents of two sons Dean (41) who chooses to work away from harness racing, and Grant (37) who has forged a career as a stipendiary steward in the industry. Read our Privacy Policy. Picture: Colin James Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. "Horses are regularly swabbed pre race and post race and all of those swabs have been sent to Racing Laboratory Services in Victoria, which is world-renowned," he said. Your email address will not be published. "He would come down every six weeks or so for work and she'd meet up and have dinner with him, the first few times that was fine, I understood. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. READ MORE: *Top jockey fails cannabis test *Michelle Payne to retire? Neal, who is married, confirmed he was with Lyn O'Connell at the motel when she had the heart attack. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. "That's all I wish to say.". 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Godber said he could not comment when asked whether Neal had jumped,or was pushed. Sign up to receive our new evening newsletter Two Minutes of Stuff - the news, but different. In May, it was revealed hewas with Harness Racing New Zealand(HRNZ)employeeLyn O'Connellin a Christchurch motel in February when shesuffered a heart attack. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. He said Neal could not champion "integrity" after having an affair with an employee -Lyn O'Connell worked as a casual stenographer for the integrity unit -while she was vulnerable and battling cancer. 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved |, Miracle Mile field brings possible record, Hooker Berry and the handsomest horse in the world, Strong Free For Allers to battle at Yonkers, Young stallions lesser known but valuable, Williamson pulls the pin on Majestic Man campaign, Walners Coach K to stand at Dublin Valley Farms. Home delivery is not available in all areas. Terms & Conditions, 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved | NV. It will be the smallest thoroughbred meeting for some time at Spreyton on Sunday with only 67 acceptors for the eight races. John Lewis The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. On Tuesday 11 August 2022, Office of Racing Integrity Stewards conducted a hearing in relation to harness racing trainer Mr Mark Reggett presenting a horse, BUSTER BYRON, with a total carbon dioxide content (TCO2) present in a pre-race blood sample above the permitted threshold. . The latest name being thrown up by the rumour mill is Ross Neal. In a statement released on its website this afternoon, it said Mr Neal had decided to . Turk Warrior is the only cut and dried winner in the two-year-old category and is also likely to poll votes in the overall horse of the year section. You already have a current subscription with us. Payment every 4 weeks for the first 12 weeks. Monday to Friday 7:30am 6:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00am 11:30am (AEST), App or digital edition only customer? The appointment follows a detailed and thorough process undertaken by the selection panel. Seewww.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Ross has a wealth of experience, both in harness racing, having been a trainer, driver, club administrator and steward; and externally in senior management, where he has successfully led large teams of people in challenging and competitive businesses. Mr Neal has been CEO for the last three years and has acted tirelessly in the interests of the industry- actively campaigning for growth and positive change. Mystic Journey won the group 2 Stocks Stakes - the only Tasmanian horse to score at that level - and was beaten only 1-1/4 lengths in the group 1 Empire Rose. Harness Racing SA has announced that New Zealand expat Ross Neal has resigned weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. Harness Racing Victoria is a statutory body for which the Victorian Minister for Racing is responsible. Please call us on 1800 070 535 and well help resolve the issue or try again later. Established pursuant to section 39(1) of the Racing Act, 1958, it officially commenced operations as the Trotting Control Board on January 1, 1947. It is unknown what his "personal reasons" for resigning are. What got him into harness racing, his hist. HRSA's statement said that Neal would be leaving his current employment on November 10. Phone: (03) 62 144 260 admin@taspacing.com.au Welcome to the TTC The Tasmanian Trotting Club (TTC) is the major Harness racing club in Tasmania, located in Hobart. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Mr Neal has been CEO for the last three years and has acted tirelessly in the interests of the industry- actively campaigning for growth and positive change. Blair O'Connell, a Motukarara trainer and breeder, learned his wife was critically ill only by a phone call from the hospital. Mike Godber, general manager of the Integrity Unit, said Neal rode to hospital with O'Connell in an ambulance. 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(Only applies if home delivery is included in your package), Subscriber-only newsletters straight to your inbox, Todays Paper, a digital replica of the newspaper, SuperCoach Plus for stats, analysis, tips and more, Saturday and Sunday paper delivery* (Not available in all areas). The couple withheld nearly $400,000 in assembly and hiring fees from the club, though it wasnt easy for their monetary records, prompting their committee to protest racing minister Corey Wingard and treasurer Rob Lucas. Mr Neal will transition from his role on the 10th November 2021 with the Board looking to the market to seek a successor to the role. How long does it take for my home delivery to start? The only three-year-olds to win the open category have been Dream Quest and Mystic Journey. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. Then, after the initial 12 weeks it is $28 billed approximately 4 weekly. Lynair O'Connell was rushed to Christchurch Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. His mobile phone went straight to voicemail. ROSS NEAL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (08) 8285 2899 rneal@saharness.org.au 24 February 2023 Newcastle ready to keep up the pace after Dan's big win Last Friday night's feature meeting concluded a highly successful Febfest carnival for the Newcastle Harness Racing Club, highlighted by the running of the Group 2 AVE Technologies Newcastle Mile. You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. Last Update. Musk Made a Mess at Twitter. Sections of this page. The latest name being thrown up by the rumour mill is Ross Neal. Mr Fiacchi's replacement, former army officer Emma Grigson, said Mr Neal had demonstrated "immense passion and leadership" during his three years at the helm of harness racing. When he found out his wife had been at the motel he confronted Neal about it, demanding to know the truth of the relationship.