GRV News

Jackie Greenough: Greyhound racing is no longer a male bastion

March 8, 2020 Comments Off

By Peter Quilty On International Women’s Day, we caught up with prominent greyhound trainer Jackie Greenough, who shed some light on how times have changed in our sport. International Women’s Day is much more than a theme for gender equality. ... Read More »

Judy Wilson: “This is what I was meant to do in life!”

March 7, 2020 Comments Off

By Greyhound Racing Victoria On International Women’s Day, we reflect on the enormous influence that Judy Wilson is having on GRV’s thriving Greyhound Adoption Program. The greyhound racing industry is regarded by most involved as equitable; a level playing field ... Read More »

SHEPPARTON CLASSIC: Percy’s weaves magic

March 7, 2020 Comments Off

By Peter Quilty Underrated sprinter Percy’s Magic will now test himself against the “big boys” after winning tonight’s Shepparton Classic final (450m). Nilma North trainer Nathan Rooney said Percy’s Magic will now be set for the forthcoming Group 2 Shepparton ... Read More »

SHEPPARTON MATCHMAKERS: Blazin’ a trail

March 7, 2020 Comments Off

By Peter Quilty Rising star She’s A Blazin’ stretched her unbeaten record to four straight wins in tonight’s Shepparton Matchmakers final (450m). Prepared at Longlea (a suburb of the city of Bendigo) by Ian Garland, She’s A Blazin’ has made ... Read More »

NEIL’S WHEEL: Going around and around for the children

NEIL’S WHEEL: Going around and around for the children
March 6, 2020 Comments Off

By grvnews Victoria’s Good Friday Appeal, for the Royal Children’s Hospital, is one of the most popular and emotional annual events in the state. The ‘unofficial’ launch of the appeal, as described by its host, is ‘Neil’s Wheel’, when 3AW’s ... Read More »

Vale Doug Ferremi

March 6, 2020 Comments Off

By Greyhound Racing Victoria Shepparton greyhound training stalwart Doug Ferremi has died, aged 79. Read full article Source:: http://shepparton.grv.org.au/?p=8092&preview=true Read More »

Devere dynasty

March 6, 2020 Comments Off

By Peter Quilty Desiree Devere is continuing a greyhound dynasty which had its genesis in 2008. It was established by Daniel Pell and his mother, Bev, when they bought Desiree Devere’s grandmother – Bubbles Devere – as a three-month-old pup. ... Read More »

Bound for success

Bound for success
March 6, 2020 Comments Off

By Molly Haines Bound To Succeed boast a winning strike rate of 71%. His trainer Noel Massina sits at an impressive 67%. The duo will tackle the $10,000 to-the-winner Shepparton Classic final on Saturday night. “It’s a strong field, especially ... Read More »

Ballarat GRC farewells veteran Vet

March 5, 2020 Comments Off

By Phillip Weir When it comes to listing the most significant years in recent history, 1969 must be right up there. John Gorton was Australian Prime Minister and Richard Nixon held office in America. Both the Jumbo Jet and the ... Read More »

CEO’s Monthly Update: March

March 5, 2020 Comments Off

By grvnews I’d like to congratulate Fernando’s Riot and Anthony Azzopardi on a great run at the Australian Cup last Sunday. Read full article Source:: https://greyhoundcare.grv.org.au/ceo-monthly-update-march- Read More »