In announcing his appointment, HRSA said Mr Neal had a wealth of experience, in sled racing, having been a coach, driver, club administrator and commissioner, and externally in senior management. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. ", Asked if they had been having an affair, he said: "I'm just telling you what we did that night and that's all I'm going to comment on. All other facets of HRSAs business will remain unchanged. Neal called his co-chief stipendiary steward, Nigel McIntyre, for help andMcIntyre picked him up from the hospital, Godber said. War Correspondent won the 3YO Cup, Carbine Club Trophy, 3YO Classic and a $135,000 race at Moonee Valley. The Racing Integrity Unit today announced Ross Neal had resigned from his co-chief stipendiary steward role. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery 12 Month Plan costs $312 (min. This option is only available where expressly indicated with the offer. O'Connell said he suspected his wife and Neal had been having an affair and had confronted her about it six weeks earlier, but she denied it. Chief Executive Officer Mr. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. 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. 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. Your email address will not be published. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. What got him into harness racing, his hist. Harness Racing SA has announced expatriate New Zealander Ross Neal has quit just weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. Harness Racing SA CHIEF Executive Ross Neal resigns weeks after Chairman George Fiacchi. This automatically renews to be charged as $24 (min. She had been with Ross Neal, the co-chief stipendiary steward for the Racing Integrity Unit, which polices the racing industry. Harnesslink.com is the only harness racing website dedicated to covering news and events in the Standardbred Industry world-wide. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. "That's all I wish to say.". The club prides ourselves on the passion we share for the harness industry and the way we conduct a family friendly club. The RIUpolices the racing industry. Select the subscription offer youd like to buy, click Subscribe with Google, and you will be directed to complete your purchase using your Google account. More information Stewards Panel: Ross Neal (Chair); Steven Shinn and Roger Brown Present: Mr Conor Crook (Respondent) Rule: Australian Rules of Harness Racing (AHRR) 190 (1) `A horse shall be presented for a race free of a prohibited substance'. 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. 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. Track Stadium. "If that was one of their wives that this had happened to, they would want the truth and want people to have rung them straight away and said 'your wife's had a heart attack'. In a statement Neal, who has been in the role for eightyears, said he had chosen to resign. To upgrade, call 1300 MY NEWS (696 397), As a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member youll get unlimited digital access to every story online, insight and analysis from our expert journalists PLUS enjoy freebies, discounts and benefits with our +Rewards loyalty program. Contact. Full Digital Access $4 (min. For full details, see our Terms and Conditions www.advertiser.com.au/connectedterms. The only three-year-olds to win the open category have been Dream Quest and Mystic Journey. "It's been killing me inside. A grieving husband is calling for the resignation of a top racing industry corruption. 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. Can I put my subscription or membership on hold? Police have referred her death to a coroner for investigation. 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We care about the protection of your data. copyright 2023 racing information services enterprise. Mr Neal will pursue a change in career direction and the Board wishes him every success in his future endeavors. I still love her and always will.". 24 August 2021 | HRSA Media The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. Godber said he understood Neal did not wish to comment further. Email. Neal has been one of its most visible staff, appearing as a prosecutor at tribunal hearings around the country. Mike Godber, general manager of the Integrity Unit, said Neal rode to hospital with O'Connell in an ambulance. In February, together in a motel room, she suffered the heart attack. Racing's co-chief stipendiary steward Ross Neal has resigned for personal reasons and to pursue other interests, he said on Monday. This automatically renews to be charged as $16 (min. Lynair O'Connell was rushed to Christchurch Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. Your email address will not be published. The 1998 World Cup was supposed to be Ronaldos crowning glory, but an unexplained seizure shattered Brazil's dreams, and his. Nicolas Seiwald: RB Leipzig Replacement of Konrad Laimer in Salzburg, WATCH: Angry Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini throws a sandwich at AC Milan enthusiasts after never winning. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $24 every 4 weeks. Accessibility Help. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. Will His AI Plans Be Any Different? HRSA's statement said that Neal would be leaving his current employment on November 10. Neal had been an excellent co-chief stipendiary steward and was committed to the industry, Godber said. His legacy and contribution are appreciated. In May, it was revealed he was with Harness Racing New Zealand (HRNZ) employee Lyn O'Connell in a . . 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 The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. 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. Who is Harness Racing Victoria Headquarters 400 Epsom Rd, Flemington, Victoria, 3031, Australia Phone Number +61 383780200 Website www.thetrots.com.au Revenue $12.4M Industry Insurance Harness Racing Victoria's Social Media Is this data correct? READ MORE:Racing industry anti-corruption boss should resign over fatal affair, says husband. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. 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. George Santos would have a new treasurer. Despite the strong credentials of many of the two-year-old winners over the years, none has ever been overall horse of the year. Not in conjunction with any other offer. They discussed about her becoming a stipendiary steward, how you go about it, how you read a race, and she came home and told me all about it.". Harness Racing SA has announced expatriate New Zealander Ross Neal has quit just weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. Initially he denied any affair, and said the meeting at the motel was innocent. 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Last year's joint horse of the year The Inevitable heads a small lineup for the Open Handicap (1350m) and, hopefully, will take his place in the field.. His presence would add some much-needed interest to the meeting. It is unknown what his "personal reasons" for resigning are. New customers only. 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. The Inevitable has never raced on a synthetic track and hasn't raced in his home state since winning the Tasmanian Guineas in January 2019. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. "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. Mr Neal will pursue a change in career direction and the Board wishes him every success in his future endeavors. (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). Please call us on 1800 070 535 and well help resolve the issue or try again later. The board of directors of the organization was aware of the controversy when it hired Mr. Neal. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. "He only admitted it after I threatened to go to the Racing Minister and the Racing Board and go public.". For more than 18 months, Mr Neal and Mr Fiacchi have been embroiled in a protracted dispute with the financially troubled SA Harness Racing Club held at Globe Derby Park. O'Connell confronted Neal about the affair by phone while his wife lay dying in hospital. You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. Tasmania's new chief thoroughbred steward is expected to be announced soon. Together they went back to the motel, collected O'Connell's clothes and wedding rings and dropped them back at the hospital, leaving before family arrived. ROSS NEAL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (08) 8285 0700 rneal@saharness.org.au Approved By Dean Baring www.harnessbred.com Driving The Future Of Harness Racing 2020-11-13 dean@testmating.com Archives February 2023 January 2023 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. 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His involvement in harness racing spans more than 50 years, as demonstrated by his immense passion and leadership, and the Board thanks him for his hard work and contribution. He only recently took up the role of Deputy Chief Steward with Harness Racing Victoria, after three years as HRNSW Chairman Of Stewards. Subscribe with Google lets you purchase a subscription, using your Google account. "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. Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini was left throwing SANDWICH at AC Milan enthusiasts who abused him after the match. O'Connell said he had had to tell the truth to his teenage children, which was very hard. Godber said he was not aware that Lyn O'Connell wanted to become a steward and any apppointment would have been made by him, not Neal. This week we decided to step away from present racing and we focussed on finding out more about the MAN Ross Neal. Share Your Design Ideas, New JerseysMurphy Defends $10 Billion Rainy Day Fund as States Economy Slows, This Week in Crypto: Ukraine War, Marathon Digital, FTX, Chief Executive Officer, South Australian Harness Racing Club Inc. "It is in their hands." The sign to the administration offices of the SA Harness Racing Club. 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. If you wish to change or create a new subscription, please call 1800 070 535 Monday to Friday 7.30am 6.00pm & 7.00am-11.30am AEST on both Saturdays & Sundays. | the Office of the Chief Executive Officer: John Lewis, Zac's red-hot run continues with Melton metro triumph, Catch A Wave completes memorable double with Miracle Mile win, Racing Information Services Enterprise 2023. Other problems come with the fine of a horse co-owner who criticized HRSA on social media, the granting of a drivers license to a teacher banned between states for doping horses and the arrest of two industry participants for transporting 50 kg of methamphetamine. Ross has earnt the respect of all sectors of harness racing within the state during the short time he has been with us, and the Board are delighted that he has accepted the position for a three-year term. "Harness Racing Australia will dictate the process moving forward as to how the matter progresses," he said. 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