The fundraising effort for trainer/driver Jim Webb is continuing after a big night at Bankstown last Thursday night. The industry has raised more than $50,000 for Jim since he sustained horrific injuries after falling out of the sulky during track work in June.
The online auction that has been run by HRNSW and supported by some of the leading industry figures will close on Friday September 4th at 4pm.
There has been plenty of interest in the Roll With Joe service donated by Pepper Tree Farm. This is the only chance breeders have to send a mare to the popular stallion in Australia with his book now closed. When available he stood for $6,000 but the leading bid is already $6,100.
A service to multiple Gr. 1 winning stallion Caribbean Blaster has been offered for auction by Rob Nalder. Standing for $2,750, the leading bid currently is $2,000. Trained by Andy Gath and driven by his wife Kate throughout his career, Caribbean Blaster raced and beat the best horses in the country and is exceptionally bred himself.
Brenda Rice donated a service to leading trotting sire Yankee Spider. Valued at $1760, the leading bid is $1250 and is remarkable value currently considering the deeds of his sons and daughters on the track. Spider Girl has taken all before her in her career and is one of his talented daughters. Other progeny include Miracle, Illawong Moonshine, Spidergrace and Forest Spider.
HRNSW has donated a Breeders Challenge Owners Bonus Certificate. Valued at $3,000 this certificate can be used at the sales to purchase a Breeders Challenge eligible horse or used towards the stallion fees of an eligible stallion. The current bid for the $3,000 certificate is $3,000.
It is very easy to place your bid. All you have to do is send an email through to the Media Manager at HRNSW, Greg Hayes with your details and the amount of your bid. The current bids are regularly updated on the press releases available on the website.
Greg’s email address is ghayes@hrnsw.com.au
The auction will close at 4pm on Friday September 4. Get bidding.
Harness Racing NSW (HRNSW) is the controlling body for harness racing in New South Wales with responsibility for commercial and regulatory management of the industry including 31 racing clubs across the State. HRNSW is headed by an industry-appointed Board of Directors and is independent of Government.
| To arrange an interview or for further information please contact: | |
| Name: | Greg Hayes |
| Position: | Media Manager |
| Phone: | (02) 9722 6600 |
| Email: | ghayes@hrnsw.com.au |
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