Podcasts about Moonee Valley

Faith and Val are joined in the studio by Huw Vellacot of Off Course Bike Shop and we all share our bike moments including a particulalry healing ride for Huw. Talk turns to the devasting fire that burned the Off Course home of eighteen years to the ground, almost four weeks ago. The devastation of the fire extends far beyond the bricks and mortar or stock, with twenty staff affected and a community that extends around the world feeling the loss. Huw talks about how the business has been able to regroup, how doing things and being together in a space has helped staff, and the wider community through the recent Fire (Garage) Sale, process not only the loss but what a future might look like. We finish up with a reminder that this Friday sees Critical Mass head to Moonee Valley! 

Simon Price hasn't ridden in a race for five years but still spends plenty of time in the saddle. He's at Morphettville trackwork three mornings a week, and has a regular presence at the barrier trials and jumpouts. With sons Will and Ben both forging successful riding careers in Adelaide, Price Snr is content to take a back seat these days. Simon's CV credits him with close to 2000 winners including a host of black type features. At the height of his career he had regular support from many leading stables and a strong public following. In response to several requests for an interview with the talented horseman I'm pleased to say job's done! Simon joins us on this week's podcast to look back on his very rewarding career.  He talks about his Morphettville trackwork involvement three times a week for some discerning trainers. Simon says he also works a “day job” at a prominent landscaping business owned by an old friend. He looks back on a snap decision in 2020 to relocate to NSW at the request of former South Australian horseman Sam Kavanagh. Simon recalls going all the way to Mudgee to ride his first winner for Kavanagh. The veteran says a Tamworth success on More Sundays for Kavanagh was his last winning ride. Simon pays tribute to Sam Kavanagh who died after a short illness 18 months ago. He looks back on childhood days in Adelaide and pays tribute to his parents. Simon recalls the unlikely circumstances that would trigger his introduction to horses. He talks of early tuition from George Davison and a subsequent apprenticeship to Peter Hayes at Oakbank.  Simon says Peter Hayes was a thoughtful boss who encouraged him to ride for other trainers. He clearly remembers his first race ride at Cheltenham and his first win at a now defunct racecourse close to the Victorian border. The fifty five year old remembers the support he received from some prominent Adelaide trainers. He looks back on a “loan-out” to Cranbourne trainer Colin Alderson. During this time Peter Hayes sent a horse to Melbourne to run in the inaugural C.S Hayes Stakes at Moonee Valley. Young Simon gained the ride and it was a dream result. We randomly reminisce with Price about some of his favourite horses beginning with the Russell Cameron trained Shavano Miss- an unpleasant mare with great ability. Simon looks back on a surprise phone call from the Waterhouse stable and the offer of a Doncaster ride. He thought someone was “pulling his leg.”  He looks back on a brief association with the Leon Corstens trained Cherontessa which led to a win in the Gr 1 South Australian Oaks. Simon couldn't believe his luck when history repeated itself the following year. WA owner Bob Peters sent Miss Margaret to Peter Hayes for a three race campaign. Simon got the ride and won the Gr 3 Auraria, ran second in the Australasian Oaks before winning the Gr 1 South Australian Oaks.  The jockey enjoyed several successful stints in Singapore including one twelve month stay. He was delighted to win the 1998 Gr 1 Singapore Gold Cup on the Malcolm Thwaites trained Three Crowns. It was the last Cup to be staged at the Bukit Timah track. Six weeks later Simon rode Three Crowns in the Melbourne Cup, and was deeply saddened when the genuine gelding broke down at the top of the straight. Simon had little hesitation in declaring Fields Of Omagh to be the best horse he rode in a race. The jockey was on board for three of the gelding's South Australian wins. One of those wins was at Cheltenham the other two at Victoria Park. Both tracks have subsequently been closed. Price had a big opinion of the brilliant but unsound mare La Baraka. He won two Group 3 races on the daughter of Euclase and hasn't forgotten her glaring conformation faults. Most Adelaide jockeys greatly value wins in the Goodwood Hcp and the Adelaide Cup. He regrets not being able to win either. He ran second in both races to horses ridden by the same top Victorian jockey. Simon says a busy work routine has helped him deal with a difficult time since the passing of his wife Belinda. He pays tribute to sons Will and Ben and daughter Abby who has in turn given him two adored grandsons. The elder Price reviews the careers so far of sons Will and Ben. Both young jockeys are currently settled in Adelaide where they're getting good support from prominent stables.  I remember the days in the broadcast box when I'd watch Adelaide races in between Sydney events. Simon Price won a huge number of those races. Great to welcome him as a podcast guest.   

I was thrilled to meet David Taggart for the first time at the recent Sydney premiere of the “J.Mac Story”. Like many Aussie racing fans I was well acquainted with his story. The story of a distinguished riding career being abruptly halted in 2007 by a freakish fall at Stony Creek- a career which had brought him more than 800 wins including 48 black type races. Included in that impressive tally are six Gr 1's. “Tags” as he's affectionately known, suffered years of post accident trauma before a stroke of good fortune changed his future direction. He's still battling a few issues but occupies his mind with the task of preparing and presenting four weekly segments on Melbourne's SEN Track. I quickly pinned him down to a podcast and we got the job done this week. David begins his inspirational story by talking about his current immobility problems and the way he overcomes them. He talks about the lucky break that led him to a radio career. David pays tribute to his SEN sidekick Gareth Hall. The former successful jockey takes us back to the freakish Stony Creek fall that ended his career. He talks about the injuries, the rehabilitation and the emotional aftermath. Dave looks back on his apprenticeship to legendary trainer Frank King, the man described as Melbourne's answer to Theo Green. He remembers Frank's undying devotion to his apprentices. “Tags” remembers the thrill of his first winning ride. He talks of the overwhelming experience of being engaged for a Gr 1 ride by none other than Bart Cummings. The 52 year old shares recollections of a very special day. David speaks glowingly of Greg Mance, the trainer who supplied his second Gr 1 winner. He enjoyed great success for the Mance stable over a lengthy period of time. His Stony Creek accident was bad enough but he looks back on another freak mishap at Moonee Valley that put him out for eight months. Dave pays tribute to Seascay, a high quality horse who gave him two wins and several placings at the elite level. He looks back on another Gr 1 win in the famous Goodwood Hcp at Morphettville for legendary trainer George Hanlon. He shares memories of a special day. David looks back on a successful stint in Macau. He originally planned on a three month term which stretched to four years. He elaborates on the Hollow Bullet story- the $10,000 filly who gave him his sixth Gr 1 victory in the historic Oaks at Flemington.  He shares several great stories surrounding the filly and the running of the 2004 Crown Oaks. Dave pays tribute to his 25 year old daughter Grace. He's already introduced her to the AFL and to his favourite team.  This is an inspiring interview with a personable little bloke who's learned to blend the good with the bad in life. Keen racing people will find him very entertaining as he looks back on the highs and lows.

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PTTEU). Easter Break 10 days won by your Union. Industry news including Royal Melbourne Hospital, Moonee Valley, Social Housing, Data Centre in Craigieburn, Warringal Hospital, off-site bargaining report. General meeting need members to turn up next time as they lead into next eba negotiations. Sprinkler Fitting Pre-Fab Yard Agreement in negotiations. Support for Sammy who is part of a Ulta marathon through Europe to Norway for Cycles - check out the socials. 

Dicko & Pistol compare Melbourne RC to Melbourne RC, before diving in to the ‘Moonee Valley at Caulfield G1 William Reid Stakes Day Meeting'. And if that's not enough of all the buzzwords for a big weekend of racing, they also reflect on the Melbourne form (#MF) in the Golden Slipper for 2026! 8:55 MR8 G1 William Reid Stakes 16:00 MR10 Caspers Pies & Pastries BM84 19:00 SR8 G1 Golden Slipper Want to get involved with our team this Saturday? Promo codes for our fresh 2026 membership tiers are now live! Hit the link try us out: everlink.tools/themailbag

This weeks program includes two powerful post ride speeches from Pierre Vairo, Bike West and Tim Richter, father of Will Richter, made at a Critical Mass memorial ride for Will on Friday 31 October 2025.On 22 September 2025, Will Richter was riding his bike to the University of Melbourne via Macaulay Road, Kensington, when he was struck and killed by the driver of a truck. It was his 19th birthday.October's Critical Mass memorial ride paused for a moment of reflection and bell ringing on Rankins Road, the site of Will's tragic death then completed his journey to Melbourne Uni."Sanguis Ante Actum" - Blood before action (fb link)From Aly, a family friend 'My thoughts today, 24 October 2025, as posted on my personal page' (fb link)Media release: Family and friends of Will Richter, in conjunction with Critical Mass, to host a memorial ride in honour of WillLetter from Melissa Horne in response to Bike Wests questions. (fb link)Petition: Demand Labor approve safe bike lanes on Macaulay RoadThank you to Liz, Sophie, Cory and Ali for audio and content.Local news includes ABC Life Matters: The battle for the streets: How can we make our roads safer?, FYXO Pop Up sale and Swap Meet at Genovese Coffee in Coburg 8am-noon on Saturday 8 November, call for witnesses and dashcam after a hit run incident on Canning Street on Thursday 30 October 2025, Transport Victoria works for pop-up bike routes in Darebin, Yarra, Moonee Valley, Maribyrnong and Port Phillip making these key routes permanent.Eastern Freeway Upgrade designs from Hoddle Street to Burke Road on exhibition, here's your opportunity to mention the Main Yarra Trail connection stops short of Yarra, especially upgrading existing Roseneath Street Bridge. This is where you can add specific feedback mentioning this, and any other comments to Engage Victoria until Sunday 16 November 2025.Further news includes Gipps Street Ramps (almost there!) You can read Parks Victoria's Gipps Street Elevated Path Community Update for October 2025 with two planned closures and Yarra Council: Road Safety Studies, provide your feedback on Rowena Parade, Richmond, Rose Street, Fitzroy and Little Turner Street, Abbotsford, consultation closes at 9am, Monday 10 November 2025.Program MusicJon Brenner, Tour de VeloDan Abrahams, Our Streets

Recorded Saturday, October 25, Year-Round Carnival's Vince Accardi and Racetrack Ralphy update their preview of all of the races at Moonee Valley

Year Round Carnival's Vince Accardi and Racetrack Ralphy review all the big races from Moonee Valley and Randwick on  October 25 www.pgpodcast.com All of Vince Accardi's work via www.dailysectionals.com.au. And don't forget to help us  continue to give premium information to racing punters every Monday morning via the Year-Round Carnival podcast by supporting us for as little as $5 per week…go to https://racetrackralphy.com.au/podcast

Recorded Friday, October 24, Year-Round Carnival's Vince Accardi and Racetrack Ralphy preview the main races for Moonee Valley to be held on October 25

Dean Evans returns to SEN Giddy Up with Gareth Hall to offer his insights and previews for major races at Moonee Valley & Randwick including the G1 Cox Plate, and G1 Spring Champion Stakes It certainly pays to listen, with Dean having tipped all of the below winners and more in recent weeks: ✅ Lindermann ($12) ✅ Transatlantic ($12) ✅ Apocalyptic ($5.80) ✅ Too Darn Discreet ($5.80) ✅ On Display ($5.50) ✅ West Of Swindon ($4.80) ✅ Sepals ($3.90) ✅ Apocalyptic ($3) ✅ Oh Too Good ($2.80)

This week, it's the last dance at Moonee Valley before the track's redevelopment, featuring the Moonee Valley Gold Cup on Friday night and the our weight-for-age championship, the Cox Plate, on Saturday. There's plenty of riches up for grabs at Randwick too, with the Group 1 Spring Champion, the Invitation and more.

Although there wasn't a trace of racing in Clare Lindop's family background, the little girl from Warrnambool was hellbent on becoming a jockey from age 10. Her parents finally relented and  bought their youngest daughter a pony called Annie- the pony destined to teach her young companion the rudiments of riding. Whenever either of her parents could find the time to drive her to the St. Mary's Pony Farm at Wangoom, little Clare would spend every available minute putting Annie through her paces. From these unpretentious beginnings, Clare Lindop forged a career that would take her to racing's biggest stage. She quit the saddle in 2018 with 1432 winners on her CV, including 4 Gr 1's and another 50 stakes races. Now in a full time role with Racing South Australia, Clare takes time out to revisit her stellar career for our podcast regulars. She admits to the occasional nostalgic flutter when she watches Adelaide's feature races each year. Clare says she went to great pains to play her retirement down in 2018. She didn't want the fuss. She does admit that she gradually weaned herself off horses by riding trackwork for quite some time. Clare reaffirms that nobody in her family had the slightest connection to horses. Her parents were not overly impressed with her persistent pleas to invest in a pony, but finally relented.  The four time Gr 1 winning jockey looks back on her initial apprenticeship to Warrnambool trainer Frank Byrne. She recalls her first race ride at Warrnambool and her first winning ride at Dunkeld. Clare vividly recalls her first metropolitan win on Mondilibi at Moonee Valley. She talks about a transfer of her indentures to Jack Barling at Hamilton in 1997. The retired jockey looks back on her life changing relocation to Adelaide in 1999 and the beginning of a long time association with trainer Byron Cozamanis. Clare recalls the thrill of her first Adelaide metro win on Odysseus at Cheltenham. She remembers with affection her first metro win as a fully fledged jockey at the famous Victoria Park track. The horse was one of her all time favourites. Clare looks back on the occasion of her first Adelaide stakes win for great supporter Leon McDonald.   She looks back on an amazing sequence of wins- four timers at three consecutive race meetings. Clare remembers with great clarity the unforgettable experience of her first Melbourne Cup ride. The former top lightweight is proud of her three Adelaide jockeys premierships. She remembers her first Gr 1 win- an all the way victory in the 2006 Adelaide Cup.. Lindop takes us back to her second Melbourne Cup appearance in 2007. Not surprisingly Clare takes great pleasure in looking back on her association with outstanding 2YO filly Augusta Proud. She takes us back to her Magic Millions win in 2008. Now to the horse who took the talented rider to racing's biggest stage with a Victoria Derby win at odds of $101. She takes us through the Rebel Raider story. Like most Adelaide based jockeys Clare wanted to win a Goodwood Hcp. Her turn came in 2011 when Robert Smerdon chased her services for Lone Rock in the famous sprint. She got the job done. Clare managed to fit in two separate trips to the UK in 2009 and again in 2011. She looks back on a great experience and the four winners she landed on some famous tracks. She talks of the multiple injuries sustained in a fall at Morphettville in 2014. Clare looks back on a business meeting with leading jockey manager Damian Wilton who is now her husband of seven years. This is a reminiscent chat with one of Australia's most successful female jockeys.

Dave Stanley hosts an expert panel of David Gately, Ally Mosley and Ron Dufficy to dissect the massive weekend of racing at Rosehill and Moonee Valley.

Year Round Carnival's Vince Accardi and Racetrack Ralphy review all the big races from Moonee Valley, Rosehill and Sandown on  September 27 www.pgpodcast.com All of Vince Accardi's work via www.dailysectionals.com.au. And don't forget to help us  continue to give premium information to racing punters every Monday morning via the Year-Round Carnival podcast by supporting us for as little as $5 per week…go to https://racetrackralphy.com.au/podcast.

Dean Evans returns to SEN Giddy Up with Gareth Hall to offer his insights and previews for the G1 Manikato Stakes and other great betting races from Moonee Valley and Rosehill.

Send us a textAuthorities on backing slow horses, enthusiasts of spinning yarns.GET AROUND OUR 2ND NEDS HOSTED POST THIS WEEKEND!www.neds.com.au/hosted-group/RACINGPOTWhat a weekend this could be, can't wait for a huge card at Moonee Valley and Rosehill, with obviously the mighty Brisbane Lions trying to stamp their authority as one fo the best teams of the modern era. On The Drift, the self acclaimed biggest horse racing podcast on the Northside of Brisbane. We preview and review the Group 1 races across the Australian Thoroughbred Racing calendar, while providing best bets each week and a few you can put a line through. We have a light hearted look at the racing industry, talking about topics that racing ethusiasts care about.If you're having a bet this Spring, take it to the Neds level: www.neds.com.auJoin us on Instagram, Twitter & Tiktok.Thanks for listening

Year Round Carnival's Vince Accardi and Racetrack Ralphy review all the big races from Randwick and Moonee Valley on  September 6 www.pgpodcast.com And if you'd like to help Ralphy raise some much needed funding for MND, go to https://support.fightmnd.org.au/fundraisers/AgainfortheBirdman All of Vince Accardi's work via www.dailysectionals.com.au. And don't forget to help us  continue to give premium information to racing punters every Monday morning via the Year-Round Carnival podcast by supporting us for as little as $5 per week…go to https://racetrackralphy.com.au/podcast.

Group 1 Racing heads to Moonee Valley with a competitive edition of the Moir Stakes set to take place. We have plenty of plays on what looks a strong support card as well as a full analysis of Royal Randwick for Chelmsford Stakes Day. Other segments included in this week's episode:The Sultan's SupperPack Ya Nags2 UNITSOutro: Sticky Fingers - Caress Your Soul2 UNITS are proudly supported by Betfair, Australia's only and the world's biggest betting exchange.Our South Australian set is powered by Dare to Dream. A racehorse ownership initiative giving you a chance of owning your own share of a racehorse with reputable trainers at an affordable price. Head to www.daretodream.com.au for more information.Imagine what you could be buying instead. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au

Send us a textAuthorities on backing slow horses, enthusiasts of spinning yarns.A facinating Moir Stakes with half the field making a case! A difficult weekend of racing at Randwick and Moonee Valley with bigger fish to fry in the Spring. Let's get it. 00:00 - Who Am I?05:43 - Randwick Meeting Preview27:08 - Moonee Valley Meeting PreviewOn The Drift, the self acclaimed biggest horse racing podcast on the Northside of Brisbane. We preview and review the Group 1 races across the Australian Thoroughbred Racing calendar, while providing best bets each week and a few you can put a line through. We have a light hearted look at the racing industry, talking about topics that racing ethusiasts care about.If you're having a bet this Spring, take it to the Neds level: www.neds.com.auJoin us on Instagram, Twitter & Tiktok.Thanks for listening

Mack Griffith has long been regarded as one of the most astute country based trainers in the state. He learned the trade from his late father John before taking out his own licence  on the occasion of his 18th  birthday. Mack joined an elite group when he won with his very first starter Acacia Ridge at Quirindi and has maintained an excellent strike rate ever since. He took a long break from racehorse training to manage Gooree Stud's spelling and pre-training division at Mudgee, a role he filled for close to a decade. When Gooree ceased operations in 2020, Mack decided to stay in the district and is currently training a 15 horse team at the Mudgee racecourse. The 55 year old joins us on the podcast to look back on his life in racing. He begins by explaining the origins of his unusual christian name.  Mack talks of his 25 acre farm on the outskirts of Mudgee where his horses spend a lot of time. He talks of a recent trip to the Mackay Cup carnival with two members of his 15 horse team Aimpoint and Amicus Curiae. Neither won but both covered expenses with minor placings. Mack takes us right back to the early 70's when his father landed a new job on a northern territory cattle station. It wasn't long before John Griffith was training a handful of gallopers. Griffith Snr was thrilled to win the 1974 Darwin Cup with Chatelle. Just a few months after Chatelle's win Darwin was devastated by the ravages of Cyclone Tracey. As the city got back on its feet, the Darwin Turf Club launched a huge drive to regenerate racing at Fannie Bay.  Trainers were encouraged to return to the top end, and John Griffith was one of the first to respond. Mack looks back on his time in Darwin. The trainer reflects on his dad's later move to northern Queensland where he built a strong reputation as a trainer. Fast forward to the mid 1980's and Mack looks back on a valuable six months with Brian Mayfield- Smith around the time he deposed Tommy Smith as Sydney's premier trainer. He remembers his father's passing in 1995, and the twenty horse team he and brother Luke inherited. Many of the stable clients opted to support the young horsemen. Mack hasn't forgotten the thrill of winning with his very first runner at Quirindi. He had to endure the pressure of a protest. The trainer looks back on his first city win at Canterbury and the pressure of yet another protest. Griffith lights up as he talks about one of his all time favourites Dancing Sun. The genuine stallion won a string of country Cups and took his young trainer to Moonee Valley on Cox Plate day 1996. He acknowledges the consistency of family horse Mach ‘N' Me. Outback Club gets an honourable mention from the trainer. Mach talks of prolific winner Binalong Road. He recalls a win in a Country Championship Qualifier at Bathurst with Hugh Bowman on board. The trainer looks back on a seven win streak with Pera Pera in the Gooree Stud colours.  Mach sings the praises of current star Compelling Truth, already the winner of $578,000. He has a high opinion of the horse. He remembers the fateful night when he met a charming American girl in a Scone pub. After a whirlwind romance the pair were married in Las Vegas. They are now the proud parents of two daughters and a son. Mack goes back to 2012 when he spotted an advertisement calling for expressions of interest in the role of spelling and pre-training manager at the famous Gooree Stud. He was destined to spend a decade in the job.  He tells the story of Gooree's state of the art training track which once brought James Cummings to the property with twenty horses during a wet spell in Sydney. Mack says the magnificent Gooree property is currently unused as its fate is determined. He pays tribute to some of his favourite “go-to” jockeys. It's a laid back chat with a highly respected bush trainer who's crammed a lot into his fifty five years.

Many punters have noted the absence of Luke Currie from the Melbourne riding ranks in recent weeks. The popular jockey has simply taken advantage of the off-season period to attend to a nagging knee issue he's been dealing with for quite some time.  He's making great progress and hopes to return to the saddle in just a few weeks. Luke Currie has had a presence among Victoria's top bracket of riders for close to three decades posting more than 1500 winners with 13 Gr 1's prominent on his CV. He's been on our podcast shortlist for a long time and we've been able to make it happen during his current layoff. Luke begins by tendering a full report on his troublesome knee. He says the timing of his hiatus wasn't ideal. He'd been riding winners everywhere. The jockey looks back on his Tasmanian upbringing and an early apprenticeship to his father Ricky. He looks back on a couple of winners in his home state. The system was such that any Tasmanian wins would have had an effect on his Victorian claim. He had to relocate as soon as possible.  Luke looks back on his time with trainer and former champion jockey Pat Hyland. He talks of a transfer to Robbie Griffiths in the latter stages of his apprenticeship, and the golden opportunity he was given by his new boss. The high profile jockey looks back on a six race association with champion mare Makybe Diva. Luke remembers his first Gr 1 success on hardy gelding Roman Arch in the famous Toorak Hcp. He pays tribute to mentor, confidant and friend the late Deane Lester. He reminisces about two C.F Orr victories on Suavito and Manuel. The jockey pays a heartfelt tribute to brilliant mare Sunlight  who provided him with ten wins including two Gr 1's. He recalls her fighting effort to beat some star colts in the Coolmore Stud Stakes.  Luke marvels at the mind boggling money generated by Sunlight and her relatives in the sale ring. Currie will always have a soft spot for Hey Doc. He rode the sprinter-miler 27 times for 8 wins including 4 Gr 1's. He reviews his two memorable Blue Diamond wins on Lyre and Artorius. Luke says he was thrilled to win the 2021 Newmarket for old friend Matthew Ellerton. He agrees his McKinnon Stakes win on Arcadia Queen was perhaps the easiest elite level win he's ever been involved with. Luke looks back on his Hong Kong experience at the height of the covid pandemic. He won at his first race ride, but everything went “belly up” from there. He says there was one memorable development during his time in Hong Kong when invited to fly home to ride Mr. Brightside in the All Star Mile at Moonee Valley. The story had a happy ending. Luke pays tribute to his girls- wife Sophia and daughters Mia and Miley.  This is a laid back chat with a Melbourne jockey whose reputation for hard work and reliability precedes him wherever he goes. 

Dean Evans joins Gareth Hall on SEN Giddy Up with his G1 Rosehill & Moonee Valley previews! Learn more about Trial Spy here

At the time this podcast was recorded on Thursday January 30th, Jamie Mott had ridden 71 Victorian winners for the current season, with only Blake Shinn ahead of him on the premiership ladder. A few hours later he booted home two winners at the Pakenham twilight meeting taking him to 73. On Friday evening he was at the Moonee Valley night meeting where after three early placings he won the final race on Excess for great supporter Julius Sandhu. His seven rides at Sandown on Saturday yielded a win on Russian Meteor and one placegetter. Winner tally was now 75. Jamie talks about his current run of success for a wide range of stables. He talks about the never ending task of keeping his weight where it needs to be. The in- form jockey speaks glowingly of My Gladiola and Royal Insignia, two young horses who could provide him with stakes success over the autumn carnival. He also reflects on the Blue Diamond that slipped through his fingers in 2022. Jamie pays tribute to Royal Insignia's dam Yau Chin who had to be euthanised the day before his Manfred Stakes win. The jockey talks of his family background and agrees he was destined to be a jockey. Jamie talks of his early apprenticeship to his late grandmother Janet and a transfer to the Flemington stables of Leon Corstens. He's still embarrassed about his very first race ride at Cranbourne on a Corstens trained mare.  Jamie hasn't forgotten about his first win on a horse trained by his grandmother. He led all the way. He looks back on a short stint with Danny O'Brien during which time he received a suspension. He was stunned when his weight suddenly soared to 62kgs. Disillusioned, he quit his apprenticeship and returned home to Geelong. When the bug bit again, Jamie based himself at Cranbourne and began riding work for a wide range of trainers. His weight came down and he was able to return to race riding. He talks about another setback in 2009 when he failed a jockey's room drug test. Outed for six months he made up his mind to keep his weight in check. Jamie looks back on the freak winning run he enjoyed on the comeback trail- something like 24 winners in the first month. Lady luck hadn't quite finished with young Mott. He went through a trifecta of trauma all in the space of a week- a race fall, a trackwork fall and an unexpected assault at a Melbourne nightclub. Doctors sidelined him for many months. Jamie's life took a turn for the better when he returned to trackwork next time around. He was a massive 71kgs when he linked up with the late Russell Cameron at Flemington- a man destined to become his mentor, his best mate and his salvation. The jockey endorses the sentiments of Victorian participants who were deeply saddened  by Russell Cameron's premature passing. Jamie talks of his good fortune in meeting his future wife at the Cameron stables. Carol Ann was a member of the team and it wasn't long before she and Jamie became partners. He looks back on the fairytale wedding he and Carol Ann were able to enjoy in a 13th century Irish village. He talks of the wonderful family life he and Carol Ann share with their sons Henry (7) and Charlie (4). Jamie looks back on his brief but successful stint as a jumps jockey. He had the time of his life.  The 178cm jockey talks of the bizarre fall in 2019 which left him with two broken legs. He was off the scene for six long months. Jamie was hungry for winners when he returned to the saddle and he didn't have to wait long. At his very first ride back he stormed home on Rock the Ring to win a maiden at Sale, and the winners continued to flow. Jamie's maiden Gr 1 win was on Callsign Mav in the Rupert Clarke Stakes for Danny O'Brien. He says he was worried on the turn. The jockey talks about his second win at the elite level. A lucky late ride paved the way for a thrilling win in the Champion's Sprint at Flemington on expat Kiwi mare Roch ‘N' Horse who made a habit of upsetting high profile opposition. This is a laid back interview with a gifted horseman who's been able to overcome all sorts of adversity to join the ranks of Melbourne's top tier jockeys.

Nicky Whelan is an Australian actress and model. She is best known for her roles as Laurie Mitchell in Chosen (2013), and Pepper Steiger in Australian soap opera Neighbours (2006–2007). Before Neighbours, Whelan hosted a number of shows, including Coxy's Big Break (Seven Network), Beyond the Boundary (Network Ten), and Melbourne Woman (Seven Network), and played the fictional celebrity "Chrissie Grant" on Russell Coight's Celebrity Challenge, a spin-off of All Aussie Adventures.[citation needed] Whelan is also known as the face of the rural Victorian city, Shepparton, and she hosted the night racing at Moonee Valley for eight years.[citation needed] Whelan has also posed for a number of Australian magazines, including FHM (in October 2007), Ralph (in November 2005) and Inside Sport. In November 2007, Whelan made a special appearance in Harrow, London, to promote sustainable transport and initiatives that benefit the environment. She also shot some photos for Harrow's 'It's Up to All of Us' campaign. After leaving Neighbours, Whelan moved to Los Angeles. She made guest appearances in episodes of Entourage and Melrose Place, before securing a role in the final season of Scrubs as Maya, an Australian medical-school student, Whelan also stars in the 2010 film Hollywood & Wine alongside David Spade. In November 2010, Whelan appeared in a viral advertisement for Rökk Vodka alongside The Lonely Island. Whelan got her "big break" in the 2011 film Hall Pass, in which she played Leigh, the love interest of Owen Wilson's character. In October 2011, Whelan guest-starred as an attractive telemarketing temp in the episode "Temp-Tress" of the American sitcom Workaholics.  In 2014, Whelan starred in the short-lived action drama series Matador, as well as the apocalyptic thriller film Left Behind as Hattie Durham. The following year, she appeared in comedy film The Wedding Ringer and Terrence Malick's drama film Knight of Cups. In 2017, Whelan appeared in the horror film Tragedy Girls. She also filmed the 2020 mystery drama film Love by Drowning in which she plays the lead. Whelan starred in betting advertisements on Australian television for BetEasy. Whelan was born in Cranbourne, Victoria, Australia. She is the granddaughter of Marcus Whelan, who played in the Victorian Football League between the 1930s and 1940s. In 2016, Whelan became engaged to American football player Kerry Rhodes. Whelan and Rhodes were married in Los Angeles on 15 April 2017. In October 2017, Whelan confirmed that she had left Rhodes and the couple had separated. They divorced that same year. In her spare time, Whelan also trains boxing as well as Brazilian jiu-jitsu

In this bulletin, David Crisafulli to become Queensland's 41st premier, Israel unapologetic after striking military targets in Iran - and avoiding nuclear sites, and in sport, Via Sistina wins the Cox Plate at Melbourne's Moonee Valley.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to spin you through the racing news from around the globe. On the show today, Harry Eustace arrives in Moonee Valley ahead of the Cox Plate and assesses how his horse Docklands might stack up against the locals before outlining an ambitious three race plan. Jessie Harrington ranks Hotazhell up with the best of her career juveniles ahead of this weekend's Futurity at Doncaster, while US-based Brendan Walsh is similarly enthusiastic about his Breeders' Cup Juvenile favourite East Avenue in conversation with Donna Brothers. Dan Barber has the Timeform rundown on British Champions' day, while Kildaragh Stud's Roderic Kavanagh is the man in the Weatherbys Bloodstock hotseat this week. Nick and Jane also take a close look at the annual Return of Mares, discuss the Hanlon appeal/sales timing, and consider the impact of the positive news on vaccination availability.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to spin you through the racing news from around the globe. On the show today, Harry Eustace arrives in Moonee Valley ahead of the Cox Plate and assesses how his horse Docklands might stack up against the locals before outlining an ambitious three race plan. Jessie Harrington ranks Hotazhell up with the best of her career juveniles ahead of this weekend's Futurity at Doncaster, while US-based Brendan Walsh is similarly enthusiastic about his Breeders' Cup Juvenile favourite East Avenue in conversation with Donna Brothers. Dan Barber has the Timeform rundown on British Champions' day, while Kildaragh Stud's Roderic Kavanagh is the man in the Weatherbys Bloodstock hotseat this week. Nick and Jane also take a close look at the annual Return of Mares, discuss the Hanlon appeal/sales timing, and consider the impact of the positive news on vaccination availability.

Tony Jones was at Moonee Valley and had the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Leg Up crew are back for another big weekend of racing including the Arrowfield Stud Plate and the Manikato Stakes. 

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing and bloodstock world. Leading today, jockey Tom Marquand reflects on the strong comeback at Deauville for the much-talked-about Economics, and considers where his best opportunities may now lie. Also on today's show, prominent owner Simon Munir gives Nick a lengthy and fascinating interview that encompasses not only his critique of HRI's restricted races policy, but also his business-minded approach to ownership as a whole. TDN European Editor takes the pulse of Deauville this August, while Karl Burke gives us insight into this weekend's Prix Morny candidate Shareholder. We check in with Moonee Valley's Charlotte Mills as the international cast list for the Cox Plate continues to grow, while Keeneland VP Sales Tony Lacy considers the massive catalogue now published for the upcoming Yearling Sale.

Ethan Brown rode a double at Moonee Valley on Saturday and told RSN he feels like he's been riding well lately and it was nice to finally break through and ride a couple of winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Foot previews the races at Moonee Valley this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vivy Air was very unlucky first-up, and looks well in the mix at Moonee Valley this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marty Synan joined RSN on Friday morning to give the latest track report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moonee Valley's International and Racing Operations Manager, Charlotte Mills, joined Michael Felgate in-studio with an update on where the major Spring Carnival races will move to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Bensley was out at The Valley on Tuesday morning to bring listeners the latest on Racing Pulse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Hunter has done the form for Moonee Valley on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Hunter has done the form for Moonee Valley on Friday night with trainer Robbie Griffiths joining in with his thoughts on his runners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Hunter has done the form for Moonee Valley on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Hunter has done the form for Moonee Valley on Friday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racecaller Brendan Delaney joined Racing Pulse with the Fast Form for the Moonee Valley meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Hunter has done the form for Moonee Valley on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Hunter has done the form for Moonee Valley on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calvin McEvoy joined RSN on Monday morning after Veight stormed home to win the Australia Stakes at Moonee Valley on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Stewart, Daniel Moor and Brad Bishop spoke about racing's burning issues and an eventful few days on the track at Moonee Valley and Flemington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Gately joined Racing Pulse on Thursday to share his Game Plan for this weekend at Moonee Valley and Randwick! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for a truly stellar edition of racing's daily podcast. With Breeders' Cup pre-entries out, Nick catches up with Mostahdaf's rider Jim Crowley about his hopes for a vintage running of the Turf, while Bob Baffert takes us through his whole BC string, headed by strong Classic fancy Arabian Knight. With the UK Jumps season hitting its stride, Lucinda Russell and Peter Scudamore talk about Corach Rambler and more this weekend, while confirming the Coral Gold Cup as the target for Ahoy Señor. Olly Murphy is also along to discuss some smart novice hurdlers out in the next few days. Nick and Lee preview the Kameko Futurity at Doncaster, while JA McGrath takes us to Moonee Valley ahead of the Cox Plate, where he interviews Victoria Road's rider Blake Shinn. Meanwhile, Nick get on the blower to Gai Waterhouse, as she seeks a first Cox Plate, and also asks her about her big money purchases at Tattersalls plus gets the lowdown on her likely Melbourne Cup runners.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for a truly stellar edition of racing's daily podcast. With Breeders' Cup pre-entries out, Nick catches up with Mostahdaf's rider Jim Crowley about his hopes for a vintage running of the Turf, while Bob Baffert takes us through his whole BC string, headed by strong Classic fancy Arabian Knight. With the UK Jumps season hitting its stride, Lucinda Russell and Peter Scudamore talk about Corach Rambler and more this weekend, while confirming the Coral Gold Cup as the target for Ahoy Señor. Olly Murphy is also along to discuss some smart novice hurdlers out in the next few days. Nick and Lee preview the Kameko Futurity at Doncaster, while JA McGrath takes us to Moonee Valley ahead of the Cox Plate, where he interviews Victoria Road's rider Blake Shinn. Meanwhile, Nick get on the blower to Gai Waterhouse, as she seeks a first Cox Plate, and also asks her about her big money purchases at Tattersalls plus gets the lowdown on her likely Melbourne Cup runners.