News Article - Australian Harness Racing

Guerin: Queensland on radar for Merlin after Derby triumph

25 March 2023

Don’t be fooled by the small margin Merlin scaped home by in Friday night’s $135,000 Woodlands Derby.

Because driver Zachary Butcher is adamant the quality colt could have won the classic by a lot more had he wanted.

“That is just him, he doesn’t like running away from horses and just switches off,” said Butcher after his first win in the great race.

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Harness passion pays off for Jude McLachlan: Jude McLachlan has been an enthusiastic horsewoman for decades and later in life she has added harness racing to her passions. Now 60 years of age, the Buccan-based McLachlan recalls working as a jillaroo on stations as a teenager. She has always had a deep interest in horses. Over the last few years,...

15 May 2026
Sensing a family tradition: EXCITING filly Senses is showing all the right signs to continue a remarkable family tradition. The three-year-old is a half-sister to the incomparable Leap To Fame and only the fourth foal from broodmare Lettucereason to race. Leap To Fame is the standout with 68 wins and a record-smashing $6.3 million...

15 May 2026
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15 May 2026
Solo Safari starts campaign towards bigger races: Trainer Wayne Yole will use Friday night’s Launceston meeting as the starting point for Solo Safari’s campaign towards some of the state’s premier three-year-old races later in the season. The pacer has not raced since winning last season’s Dandy Patch Final in Hobart and has...

14 May 2026
GOODFORM – Tips and analysis for Friday at Melton: Tim O'Connor provides his thoughts on a rare Friday afternoon meeting at Melton Entertainment Park. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

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