The Racing Integrity Unit (RIU) confirmed the resignation of Neal, whose personal life had been in the public spotlight. 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. The Racing Integrity Unit today announced Ross Neal had resigned from his co-chief stipendiary steward role. But once your delivery is activated, youll get the next edition, hot off the press. Chief executive Ross Neal said it was "absolutely ridiculous" for some people involved in harness racing to suggest swabs were not being tested. HRSA wishes to formally announce that Ross Neal has been appointed as the new Chairman of Stewards for Harness Racing SA. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. Please call 1800 070 535. Ross Neal is Chief Executive Officer at South Australian Harness Racing Club Inc. See Ross Neal's compensation, career history, education, & memberships. Mr Reggett admitted a breach of Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 190(1) and the Stewards imposed a seven (7) month disqualification. The awards are decided by the votes of an 11-person panel comprising: one representative from each of the three clubs; the Thoroughbred Advisory Network chairman; four representatives of Tasracing (chairman, code director, code lead and content producer); and three members of the media. The club prides ourselves on the passion we share for the harness industry and the way we conduct a family friendly club. South Australian Harness Racing Club. Four years later, he returned to the world's biggest stage looking for redemption. Neal had been an excellent co-chief stipendiary steward and was committed to the industry, Godber said. Stadium, Arena & Sports Venue. Byrne Burke is a runaway leader of this season's jockeys' premiership with eight wins at the first four meetings. Harness Racing South Australia (HRSA) advises that Ross Neal has been appointed to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Press alt + / to open this menu. He then appointed him in 2018 as the positions executive director of publishing, prompting complaints from some industry participants. The Harness Racing SA Board has today reluctantly accepted the resignation of Mr Ross Neal as CEO. 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved |, Miracle Mile field brings possible record, Hooker Berry and the handsomest horse in the world, Strong Free For Allers to battle at Yonkers, Young stallions lesser known but valuable, Williamson pulls the pin on Majestic Man campaign, Walners Coach K to stand at Dublin Valley Farms. Cohen was a harness trainer. In the shadow of a turbulent future, The Bloomberg New Economy Forum brought together world leaders for face-to-face discussions on the global threats we face. His mobile phone went straight to voicemail. 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. After purchase, this subscription may be managed in your Google Account Settings. Neal, who is married, confirmed he was with Lyn O'Connell at the motel when she had the heart attack. Neal has been one of its most visible staff, appearing as a prosecutor at tribunal hearings around the country. His legacy and contribution are very much appreciated. The thought of representing the U.S. in August's World Driving Championship already has kept harness racing driver Jordan Ross awake at night. This week we decided to step away from present racing and we focussed on finding out more about the MAN Ross Neal. Neal is a top corruption investigator for New Zealand Racing and has played an important role in many anti-corruption cases in the past few years, but Neal has hasn't been living up to his squeaky clean image. 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Acting Racing Integrity and Stewards Manager, 11 August 2022 Police have referred her death to a coroner for investigation. 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. "My commitment to the reputation of the industry has seen me make the extremely difficult decision to resign. Despite the strong credentials of many of the two-year-old winners over the years, none has ever been overall horse of the year. Harness Racing Victoria is a statutory body for which the Victorian Minister for Racing is responsible. ", Asked if they had been having an affair, he said: "I'm just telling you what we did that night and that's all I'm going to comment on. She had been with Ross Neal, the co-chief stipendiary steward for the Racing Integrity Unit, which polices the racing industry. 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. Last Update. Mr Neal will be commencing with HRSA on Thursday 4 May 2017. Still A Star raced only four times for wins in the Vamos Stakes and the listed $140,000 Anniversary Vase at Caulfield and ran second in the group 3 Victoria Handicap. McIntyre said he was at home on the night of the incident and got a call to go and "assist" Neal. Director of Racing and General Manager Justin Helmich Contact Office of Racing Integrity Prospect Government Offices 171 Westbury Road, Prospect PO Box 1329 Launceston TAS 7250 Phone: 03 6777 1900 Fax: 03 6777 5148 Email: admin@racingintegrity.tas.gov.au Website: http://www.racing.tas.gov.au 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. Fiacchis replacement, former army officer Emma Grigson, said Neal had shown immense hobby and leadership in his 3 years leading harness races. Wingard has since threatened to cut government investment for sled racing due to persistent disruptions within the industry, i. e. its monetary management. The three-year-old award is more interesting with War Correspondent, Hela and Swoop Dog all having claims after outstanding seasons. George Santos barricaded himself in the district when local citizens denied meeting with the embattled congressman. "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. See www.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. In a statement Neal, who has been in the role for eightyears, said he had chosen to resign. Subscription automatically renews at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. He said there should also be ramifications for McIntyre. 0417855300, 06 April 2017 Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Blair O'Connell expressed unhappiness about Neal and McIntyre's actions after his wife's heart attack. 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.". | the Office of the Chief Executive Officer: John Lewis, Zac's red-hot run continues with Melton metro triumph, Catch A Wave completes memorable double with Miracle Mile win, Racing Information Services Enterprise 2023. His legacy and contribution are very much appreciated. The appointments were made public when Mr. Neal went with a married member to a hospital in an ambulance when she suffered an attack at the center while they were together in a motel room. In fact, he said, Neal had taken the opportunity to conduct an affair with her for more than a year. Email. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Home delivery is not available in all areas. Mr Neal is a highly experienced steward from New Zealand with an involvement spanning over 20 years. 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'. O'Connell said he had had to tell the truth to his teenage children, which was very hard. For full details, see our Terms and Conditions www.advertiser.com.au/connectedterms. TheRacing Integrity Unit(RIU) confirmed the resignation of Neal, whosepersonal life had been in the public spotlight. "He only admitted it after I threatened to go to the Racing Minister and the Racing Board and go public.". 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. Why subscribe to become a Full Digital Access or Paper Delivery + Full Digital Access Member?