STEWARD’S PRESENT: C. Clifford CHAIR OF INQUIRY
                                         C. McLune CHIEF STEWARD INVESTIGATIONS

Stewards opened an inquiry in relation to an incident following the last race in the kennel area of the Ipswich Greyhound Racing Club meeting on the 27 June 2006. The incident involved licensees Mr. Bill Harris of New Farm and Mr. Barry Hogan of Calvert.

Stewards accepted evidence from Mrs. C. Hogan, Mrs. P. Healy, Mr. S. Livotto and Mr. S. McLeish along with submissions from Mr. Harris and Mr. Hogan.

As a result, stewards charged Mr. Harris and Mr. Hogan under GAR 125(1)(q) which states any person (including an Official) who; commits or omits to do any act or engages in conduct which is in any way detrimental or prejudicial to the interest, welfare, image, or promotion of greyhound racing.

Mr. Harris pleaded not guilty to the charge.

Mr. Hogan pleaded not guilty to the charge.

Mr. Harris and Mr. Hogan were found guilty as charged.

Mr. Harris and Mr. Hogan were fined $500 each and suspended for a period of 6 months. The 6 months suspension was totally suspended for Harris and Hogan to be of good behaviour for that period of 6 months.

Mr. Harris and Mr. Hogan were read their rights of appeal at the conclusion of the inquiry.

Chas Clifford
CHAIR OF INQUIRY