His involvement in harness racing spans more than 50 years, as demonstrated by his . His CV suggests he has the right credentials for the Tasmanian job which was advertised at a annual salary of $96,100 to $108,800. Company. 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. Ross Neal, of the Racing Integrity Unit, at a hearing into charges against jockey David Walker. 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. HRSA wishes to formally announce that Ross Neal has been appointed as the new Chairman of Stewards for Harness Racing SA. He said there should also be ramifications for McIntyre. More information Seewww.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Home delivery is not available in all areas. 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The second biggest story of the week, at least as far as harness racing goes, was the industry's lack of alarm about Ross Cohen's testimony in Fishman's trial. Harness Racing SA has announced that New Zealand expat Ross Neal has resigned weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. We care about the protection of your data. 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. Mr Fiacchi's replacement, former army officer Emma Grigson, said Mr Neal had demonstrated "immense passion and leadership" during his three years at the helm of harness racing. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Contact. 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. When he was appointed to his current position, HRSA put out a statement saying that Neal had "a wealth of experience, both in harness racing - having been a trainer, driver, club administrator and steward - and externally in senior management.". Contact: Ross Neal Acting Racing Integrity and Stewards Manager Ph 0425 836 910 Related News 17 February 2023 VIC - Return to Racing after Injury or Surgery - Ballarat 17 Feb 2023 This special highlights the best of the fifth annual event which was held in Singapore from November 14-17. Despite the strong credentials of many of the two-year-old winners over the years, none has ever been overall horse of the year. Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini was left throwing SANDWICH at AC Milan enthusiasts who abused him after the match. READ MORE: *Top jockey fails cannabis test *Michelle Payne to retire? Full Digital Access $4 (min. Blair O'Connell, a Motukarara trainer and breeder, learned his wife was critically ill only by a phone call from the hospital. 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. Picture: Colin James Blair O'Connell expressed unhappiness about Neal and McIntyre's actions after his wife's heart attack. Police have referred her death to a coroner for investigation. Allow up to 5 days for home delivery to commence. No cancellations during the first 12 months. 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Neal called his co-chief stipendiary steward, Nigel McIntyre, for help andMcIntyre picked him up from the hospital, Godber said. Neal has been the chief executive of Harness Racing South Australia for the past three years but it was announced earlier this week . 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. Payment will be charged to your Google Account. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery 12 Month Plan costs $312 (min. TheRacing Integrity Unit(RIU) confirmed the resignation of Neal, whosepersonal life had been in the public spotlight. You are only entitled to this subscription if and for as long as you hold a valid and active subscription with your Google Account. . Harnesslink.com is the only harness racing website dedicated to covering news and events in the Standardbred Industry world-wide. Monday to Friday 7:30am 6:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:00am 11:30am (AEST), App or digital edition only customer? 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. The RIU polices the racing industry. Acting Racing Director Tony Latham said: "At this stage I can't comment, as no contract has been signed as yet.". In fact, he said, Neal had taken the opportunity to conduct an affair with her for more than a year. 2022 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved | NV. (08) 8285 2899 gcrocker@saharness.org.au. Subscribe with Google lets you purchase a subscription, using your Google account. 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. The successful applicant will take over from Scott Quill who left on July 9 to take up a position in Victoria. Under-fire steward Ross Neal has stood down from his role with the Racing Integrity Unit. The 1998 World Cup was supposed to be Ronaldos crowning glory, but an unexplained seizure shattered Brazil's dreams, and his. Bloomberg Best features the best stories of the day from Bloomberg Radio, Bloomberg Television, and 120 countries around the world. Subsequent investigations through the dating integrity framework led Mr Neal to resign and move to Adelaide to take on a new position at HRSA. The RIUpolices the racing industry. 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. Terms & Conditions, 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved | NV. His mobile phone went straight to voicemail. All other facets of HRSAs business will remain unchanged. Harness Racing SA CHIEF Executive Ross Neal resigns weeks after Chairman George Fiacchi. Tasmania's new chief thoroughbred steward is expected to be announced soon. McIntyre said he was at home on the night of the incident and got a call to go and "assist" Neal. Chief Executive Officer at Harness Racing Victoria. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. There has been plenty of speculation on social media about his likely replacement, with at least three senior interstate stewards and/or administrators 'tipped' to be in the running. The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation. Godber said he understood Neal did not wish to comment further. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $24 every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. 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Mike Godber, general manager of the Integrity Unit, said Neal rode to hospital with O'Connell in an ambulance. ", Godbersaid Neal was in Christchurch in a private capacity. The 2020-21 thoroughbred horse of the year awards will be announced at a dinner in Launceston on September 10. New customers only. Privacy Policy 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. "He rang me back and admitted he'd been having an affair with her for about a year and a half, which just broke my heart. 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 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. "Harness Racing Australia will dictate the process moving forward as to how the matter progresses," he said. HRSA's statement said that Neal would be leaving his current employment on November 10. 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. 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Not in conjunction with any other offer. Kapunda Harness Racing Club. Blair O'Connell said in Mayhis wife, licensing secretary for HRNZ, wanted to become a stipendiary steward and told him Neal was helping her with that process. "That's all I wish to say.". HRSA wishes to formally announce that Ross Neal has been appointed as the new Chairman of Stewards for Harness Racing SA. 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. This automatically renews to be charged as $24 (min. This automatically renews to be charged as $16 (min. Disclaimers Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. She died a few days later in hospital. George Santos barricaded himself in the district when local citizens denied meeting with the embattled congressman. "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 making this appointment HRSA Board Chairman Gary Crocker stated since arriving in South Australia little more than a year ago Ross has demonstrated all the qualities necessary to drive our industry forward in both a positive and profitable direction. The Racing Integrity Unit today announced Ross Neal had resigned from his co-chief stipendiary steward role. But if your subscription or membership includes home delivery, then you can request to suspend your paper delivery through My Account. He then appointed him in 2018 as the positions executive director of publishing, prompting complaints from some industry participants. O'Connell confronted Neal about the affair by phone while his wife lay dying in hospital. 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. See www.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Mr Neal confirmed the HRA executive had issued a "show cause notice". 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. Lyn O'Connell, who died in February of a heart attack after battling cancer for two years. Harness Racing SA has announced expatriate New Zealander Ross Neal has quit just weeks after the resignation of its former chairman, George Fiacchi. His legacy and contribution are very much appreciated. Charge: That you; Conor Crook, as the trainer of FULL SPEED 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. Initially starting as a race day steward in 1996, he graduated through the ranks including as a Senior Stipendiary Steward and Investigator and culminating as Co-Chief Stipendiary Steward for all New Zealand racing including thoroughbreds, harness and greyhounds. Fiacchi's replacement, former army officer Emma Grigson, said Neal had shown "immense hobby and leadership" in his 3 years leading harness races. For full details, see our Terms and Conditions www.advertiser.com.au/connectedterms. Neal, who is married, confirmed he was with Lyn O'Connell at the motel when she had the heart attack. Mr Neal will pursue a change in career direction and the Board wishes him every success in his future endeavors. War Correspondent won the 3YO Cup, Carbine Club Trophy, 3YO Classic and a $135,000 race at Moonee Valley. Facebook. Harness Racing South Australia (HRSA) advises that Ross Neal has been appointed to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective today. In a statement Neal, who has been in the role for eightyears, said he had chosen to resign. Godber said he could not comment when asked whether Neal had jumped,or was pushed. 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. Can I put my subscription or membership on hold? 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. How long does it take for my home delivery to start? Four years later, he returned to the world's biggest stage looking for redemption. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. READ MORE:Racing industry anti-corruption boss should resign over fatal affair, says husband. Sign up to receive our new evening newsletter Two Minutes of Stuff - the news, but different. Lynair O'Connell was rushed to Christchurch Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. View contact profiles from Harness Racing Victoria Popular Searches Harness Racing Victoria If you subscribe directly with us you will also get access to our News+ Network which is made up of some of our most popular news sites, like. Turk Warrior is the only cut and dried winner in the two-year-old category and is also likely to poll votes in the overall horse of the year section. Darren Magro Racing. Racing's co-chief stipendiary steward Ross Neal has resigned for personal reasons and to pursue other interests, he said on Monday. See www.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. The Office Of Racing Integrity was contacted regarding the rumoured appointment. Initially he denied any affair, and said the meeting at the motel was innocent. Chief executive Ross Neal said it was "absolutely ridiculous" for some people involved in harness racing to suggest swabs were not being tested. The latest name being thrown up by the rumour mill is Ross Neal. He was also instrumental in making major reforms in animal welfare, injury reporting, and race sample collection, as well as establishing best practice models including a more consultative and inclusive approach for industry participants and officials. The appointment follows a detailed and thorough process undertaken by the selection panel. Ross Neal is the Chief Executive Officer at Harness Racing Victoria based in Flemington, Victoria. It is unknown what his "personal reasons" for resigning are. It could take up to 5 business days before your first paper delivery arrives. Email. O'Connellcould not be reached for comment on Monday. Ross Neal is Chief Executive Officer at South Australian Harness Racing Club Inc. See Ross Neal's compensation, career history, education, & memberships. 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. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. 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. 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'. He was unbeaten in six starts including five feature races. On Tuesday 11 August 2022, Office of Racing Integrity Stewards conducted a hearing in relation to harness racing trainer Mr Mark Reggett presenting a horse, BUSTER BYRON, with a total carbon dioxide content (TCO2) present in a pre-race blood sample above the permitted threshold. 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. Neal, who recently returned from a period of annual leave, described his decision to resign as "extremely difficult". Home Delivery is not available in all areas. Chief Executive Officer Her husband,Blair O'Connell, a Motukararabreeder and trainer, in May called for Neal to resign. He thought she'd been in town with a friend that night. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. I don't sleep, I've lost 22kg since my wife died. 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