News Article - Australian Harness Racing

Media release regarding SA Trial Meetings

26 March 2020

Media Release

Suspension of Trials Meetings

Effective immediately all trials meetings in South Australia have been suspended.

Connections of horses wishing to qualify, or those under embargo are asked to contact the Chairman of Stewards for alternative arrangements.

These measures taken further mitigate the risk to both participants and the general public at this present time.

For further information please contact:

ROSS NEAL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

(08) 8285 0700 • rneal@saharness.org.au

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