HRNSW has received a report from the Australian Government National Measurement Institute that cobalt above the threshold was detected in a post race urine sample taken from MISS ARTISTIC TARA following its win in race 3, the Cordina Chickens Ladyship Pace (1609 metres) conducted at Menangle on 16 September 2014.
The “B” sample and associated control sample have been sent to the ChemCentre in Western Australia for confirmatory testing.
The Trainer of MISS ARTISTIC TARA, Mr Dick Inskip, was previously stood down on 20 October 2014 pursuant to Rule 183 following a report from the Australian Government National Measurement Institute that cobalt above the threshold was detected in a post race urine sample taken from MISS ARTISTC TARA on 26 August 2014.
Harness Racing NSW (HRNSW) is the controlling body for harness racing in New South Wales with responsibility for commercial and regulatory management of the industry including 31 racing clubs across the State. HRNSW is headed by an industry-appointed Board of Directors and is independent of Government.
To arrange an interview or for further information please contact:
Name: Reid Sanders
Position: Manager - Integrity
Phone: (02) 9722 6600
Email: rsanders@hrnsw.com.au
