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13 May 2025

HRNSW: Interruptions to Harvey

As some in the industry may be aware the national racing system, Harvey, has been offline since early Monday morning. This has had a significant impact on all harness racing jurisdictions across Australia. The outage has disrupted almost every aspect of the business operations of each state. In New South...

9 May 2025

Industry Notice- Gear and Equipment

HRA wish to draw trainer’s attention to Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 273, particularly parts (2) and (3) which relate to the maintenance of gear and equipment and certain compulsory items which must be worn during a race. There have been multiple incidents in recent times of bit failures,...

9 May 2025

Albion Park Track Closure - Resurfacing works

Please note the Albion Park main and jog tracks will be closed from Sunday May 11 until further notice due to track re-surfacing works. Due to the track re-surfacing works the race meeting Tuesday May 13 has been transferred to Redcliffe with Albion Park expected to resume racing Friday May 16. In other...

6 May 2025

LZR – VL5 Sulky Wheel Approval

Harness Racing Australia have recently completed testing of the LZR – VL5 sulky wheel which is now approved for use in racing events conducted in Australia - effective 6 May 2025. In accord with the HRA Sulky Wheel Standard and approval process, the sulky wheel has been tested for strength, durability...