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Please find to follow updates from our Branches, for benefit of Members and guests:
| Branch | Announcements |
| Camden | The next Camden Branch meeting will be held on Monday 8th. August 2022.
NEW VENUE: We have a Special Guest attending this meeting, recently appointed Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the GBOTA Daniel Weizman. This meeting coincides with the 30th. Anniversary of the Camden Branch. All Members and Intending Members are encouraged to attend. Generous Supper Provided. Ross Penney The Camden Branch invites all Members and Intending members to attend the Monthly Meeting on MONDAY 9th. MAY 2022 at 6:30pm. EXITING NEW VENUE : COUNTRY CLUB GLEDSWOOD HILLS, 91 THE HERMITAGE WAY GLEDSWOOD HILLS. Congratulations to Neville Brown and MY MATE KATE on winning the recent NOWRA PUPPY CLASSIC at Nowra last Saturday Night making it a treble on the night for Neville. Best of luck to Neville and My Mate Kate in the Ladies Bracelet Final this Saturday Night. Best of luck to Dave Smith and Super Estrella in the Wentworth Park Gold Cup this Saturday Night. We wish Ray Webster all the best in his hip operation in the coming week. Happy Mothers Day to all Mums this Sunday. Supper Provided |
| Camden | The Camden Branch held a Special Meeting on Monday 14th March 2022, to elect office bearers for 2022.
GBOTA General Manager Steve Noyce was in attendance and gave members a in sight into the GBOTA,the most important issue being Wentworth Park and Metropolitan Racing. Metropolitan Area Director Ray Welsh conducted the election for the 2022 Camden Branch Office Bearers. CHAIRMAN: Ross Penney SECRETARY: Pompeo Vallario TREASURER: Craig Flint VICE CHAIR: Bill Mangafas MDA DELEGATES: Bill Mangafas & Pompeo Vallario ALTERNATE DELEGATE: Ross Penney The Camden Branch wish to thank the outgoing hard working office bearers Ray & Sharron Webster, James White, Anne Hector and Christine Oldfield for there tireless work over the years. Ross Penney Publicity Officer |
| City – Parramatta | Members and visitors are advised that August Branch Meeting
has been pushed back a week to Sunday August 14th — 12.30pm. The Meeting will be held at the Arena Sports Club Yagoona. Come along, submit points earned, and enjoy the delicious afternoon tea, and support the raffle and Punters Club. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn – Lidcombe | Members of the Auburn-Lidcombe Branch are reminded that the next meeting is Monday 2nd December at 7pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel, Yennora.
It is time to renew your membership. This can be done on your phone at our meeting. We will also discuss our presentation in January. Our valued member, Jimmy Vassallo is in care. We wish him the best and hope he can still attend our meetings with the help of members. As always, visitors are most wrlcome to come and enjoy a night of discussion and feasting. Sue Absalom Secretary — Auburn-Lidcombe Branch Notice Members are reminded that the next meeting is Monday 4th November at 7pm at Yennora Oasis Hotel Yennora. We will be discussing our presentation night at this meeting. We can also discuss transcripts from the Drake Inquiry into GRNSW. The branch also congratulates member Peter Spiteri on having a finalist in the Young Star Classic. Don’t forget visitors are most welcome so if you have friends or other participants who would like to come along bring them with you. It is a night of good feasting and discussion. Sue Absalom Secretary |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting for the Bathurst GBOTA Branch will be held on January 12 2025 at 11am at the Bathurst RSL Board Room.
—- The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on Sunday the 23rd August 2020 at Kennerson Park at 12 noon. It will be the 4th Sunday of the Month from now on. Congratulations to Raelene McNamara, Ron McGuiness and Ron Smith for winning the Lucky Door prizes. Congratulations to Ron Smith whose greyhound Georgette – race 4 – box 3 was picked as the $500-00 GBOTA Jackpot dog to race on the 20th July 2020 at Kennerson Park, Bathurst. No Point Scores available as yet. Thank you our faithful Members for attending our Meetings so regularly. All Members,Intending Members, Visitors and Friends are always welcome. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held on the 5th of April at 7.00pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the month of February was Ides of Jebrynah with 19 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City – Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday April 5th at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
February Point Sore Winners Leading Greyhound Blue Highway Leading Trainer Frank Sanotti Some amendments have been made to the Point Score Rules. Make sure you attend to enjoy our tasty spread and join in the industry chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held on 28th of March at Wentworth Park at 6.30pm
Point Score The winning greyhound for the month of February 2020, was Ides of Jebrynah with 19 points for Matic Racing Team. Members are also reminded that Auburn-Lidcombe Presentation Night will be held at Wentworth Park on the 28th of March at 6.30pm Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held 09.03.20, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
This meeting will be our Branch AGM We urge all members to attend this important meeting Visitors and new members welcome Supper Supplier Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the third Sunday – 15th March 2020 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
Lucky Door Prizes were won by Greg McAlister, Damien Harris, Ron Smith and John Mathias. Point Scores up to 16/02/2020 are GOTY – GoGo Fernando on 35 points. Owner – Irene Buttsworth on 75 points. Trainer – John Buttsworth on 75 points. Owner/Trainer – Barry Conwell on 25 points. Congratulations to all our Bathurst GBOTA Branch Officials for 2020 who are – Secretary – Tania Chere. Chairman – John Buttsworth. Vice Chairman – Barry Conwell. Treasurer – Damien Harris.’ Point Score Captain – Peter Barnes. Thank you Mr Bill Mangafas with your assistance in our Election and all your informative Greyhound racing updates etc . Thank you to all the Members who come to all our Monthly Meetings. All Members, Intending Members, Friends and Visitors are always Welcome. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held on 1st of March at Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield at 8.00pm.
Visitors are welcome. |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded the next Meeting will be held Sunday March 1st
at Arena Sports Club Yagoona at 1.00pm. Please bring all points earned for December, January and February for verification. Come along and enjoy the tasty goodies, along with a pleasant chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held on 2nd of February at Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield at 8.00pm. Visitors are welcome.
Point Score The winning greyhound for the month of December was Hermanita with 11 points for Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 11th Jan, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome. Supper Supplied Point Score from November Meeting Leading member Neil Falk on 15 Points R/U member Les Deguara on 15 Points Leading dog Smashing Blaze on 8 Points City dog NIL Tab dog Smashing Blaze on 8 Points Non Tab dog Recode on 5 Points Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held at
57 Gardenia Pde Greystanes 2145, on the 19th January at 6.30 pm Visitors are welcome. Point Score The winning greyhound for the month of November was Promotion with 11 points for Joe Sammut Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City-Parramatta | Point Score for November
Leading Greyhound Isla’s Ivy Leading Trainer Frank Sanotti Leading Owner Cathy Dance Most Points/No Wins Bill Dance Members are advised of No Formal Meeting in January The next Branch Meeting is on Sunday February 2nd at Arena Sports Club Yagoona at 1.00pm |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held at the Bathurst RSL Club on Sunday the 15th December 2019 at 12 noon in the Board Room.
We will have the meeting first and then have our Christmas Party. Congratulations to Damien Harris who won the lucky door prize. Congratulations to Ron Smith the $500-00 Bathurst GBOTA Jackpot Dog to be raced on the 18th November 2019 – Georgette – race 4 – box 8 at the Bathurst track. Thank you to all our regular Members who faithfully attend every Meeting, All Members, Intending Members, Visitors and Friends are always welcome. |
| Auburn – Lidcombe
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Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held at Yennora Oasis Hotel 140 Fairfield St, Fairfield East, on the 1st December at 8.00 pm
Visitors are welcome. Point Score The winning greyhound for the month of October was Sambella Osti with 17 points for Joe Sammut Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday December 1st at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
Point Score October Leading Greyhound Magic Awaits Leading Trainer Frank Sanotti Leading Owner Wilma Messina Members and friends are cordially invited to come along to savour our hot Xmas-time snacks, and enjoy a chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on Sunday the 17th November 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
Congratulations to Barry Conwell the $500-00 Bathurst GBOTA Jackpot Dog is Blaze Eraser – Race 5 Box 6 to race on the 21st October 2019 at the Bathurst track. Congratulations to Peter Barnes who won the Lucky Door prize. No point scores were available. Members please note that our Christmas Party will be held at the Bathurst RSL Club on the 15th December 2019 after our meeting at 12 noon in the Board room. Thank you to our Director Mr Bill Mangafas, Ross Penney and all the Members that faithfully attend our meetings. All Members, Intending Members, Visitors and Friends are always welcome. Regards, Tania Chere, Secretary, Bathurst Branch of the GBOTA. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held
on the 3rd of November at 7.30pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield. Best winning greyhound for the Month of August was Promotion with 12 points for the Joe Sammut racing team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday November 3rd at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.September Point Score: Leading Greyhound Lights Out Tony Leading Trainer Tony Messina Leading Owner Wilma Messina Most Ponts/No Wins Brian SanottiMembers and visitors are invited to come along to enjoy the delicious snacks and a good chat.By attending your Branch Meeting members become eligible to win $500 in the Members Branch Attendance Scheme – make sure that you are eligible to win.Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held at Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield, on the 29th of September at 7.30pm
Point Score The winning greyhound for the month of August was, Really Fast Love with 14 points for Matic Racing team. Yours Faithfully Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday October 6th at 1.00pm at the
Arena Sports Club Yagoona. August Point Score: Leading Greyhound: Ibrox Sandman Leading Trainer: Frank Sanotti Leading Owner: Cathy Dance Most Points/No Wins: Penny Williams By attending your Branch Meetings members become eligible to win $500 in the Branch Members Attendance Scheme – make sure you are eligible to win. Members and visitors are welcome to enjoy our tasty spread and to have a great chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 29th of September at 7.30pm at ,Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the month of August was Realy Fast Love with 14 points,for Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 9th September, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome. Supper Supplied Point Score from August Meeting Leading member Christine Oldfield on 39 Points R/U member David Smith on 19 Points Leading dog Autumn Sun on 19 Points City dog Sir Duke on 8 points Tab dog Autumn Sun on 19 Points Non Tab dog N/A Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on Sunday the 15th September 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
The $500-00 Bathurst Jackpot dog is Conzara Blue – Race 6 – box 8 to race at Bathurst on the 19th August 2019 for Peter Barnes. The Lucky Door prize was won by Peter Barnes and Stephen Gardiner – congratulations to both. No points scores were available. Thank you to Bill Mangafas, Ross Penney and Members for faithfully attending our Meetings. ALL Members, Intending Members, Visitors and Friends are always more than welcome. Regards, Tania Chere, Secretary, Bathurst GBOTA. |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday September 8th at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
Note : Because of Fathers Day being on Sunday September 1st, the Branch Meeting has been moved to Sunday September 8th. June Points Score Leading Greyhound Summer In Motion Leading Trainer Frank Sanotti Leading Owner Wilma Messina This year Certificates of Achievement have been presented to Brian Deveney, Tony & Wilma Messina, Frank Sanotti,Bill & Cathy Dance. By attending your Branch Meetings members become eligible to win $500 in the Members Branch Attendance Scheme – make sure you are eligible to win. Members and visitors are welcome to attend and enjoy a cuppa, some nibbles and a good chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcome | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 1st of September at 7.30pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the month of July ,was Ides of Jebrynah with 13 points ,for Matic Racing Team. Bruce Mc Grath Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on Sunday the 18th August 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
The $500-00 Bathurst GBOTA Jackpot dog is Bubba Valley – Race 10 – box 7 for John Mathias . The Lucky Door prize was won by John Mathias. The point scores for June 2019 are – Greyhound of the Year is Tornado Time on 203 points. Owner/Trainer is Peter Barnes on 153 points. Owner is Peter Barnes on 329 points. Trainer is John Buttsworth on 90 points. Congratulations to Ross Penney who was awarded Life Membership. Thank you to Bill Mangafas, Members, Visitors and Friends for faithfully attending our Meetings – Everyone is always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary, Bathurst GBOTA. |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 14th July, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome. Supper Supplied Point Score from May Meeting Leading member Phil Bailey on 33 points R/U member Les Deguara on 20 points Leading dog Dig Deep Vicki on 15 points City dog Sir Duke on 3 points Tab dog Bom Bom Banjo on 14 points Non Tab dog Dig Deep Vicki on 3 Points Camden Branch would like to thank all that helped to make our major raffle a huge success. Raffle was drawn Saturday 6th July at Wentworth Park Winners are 1st Ticket # 4707 James Webster 2nd Ticket # 4657 Ray Webster 3rd Ticket # 5174 Ross Penney 4th Ticket # 4969 P Bigeni 5th Ticket # 5145 Deborah Penney 6th Ticket # 5183 Tracy ( sold by Bill Maganafas) 7th Ticket # 5268 David Smith 8th Ticket # 5055 Helen Smith 9th Ticket # 4973 J Fitzgerald 10th Ticket # 4903 Anne Hector Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| City – Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday August 4th at 1.00pm at the Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
June Points Score Leading Greyhound Summer In Motion Leading Trainer Frank Sanotti Leading Owner Wilma Messina This year Certificates of Achievement have been presented to Brian Deveney, Tony & Wilma Messina, Frank Sanotti,Bill & Cathy Dance. By attending your Branch Meetings members become eligible to win $500 in the Members Branch Attendance Scheme – make sure you are eligible to win. Members and visitors are welcome to attend and enjoy a cuppa, some nibbles and a good chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn – Lidcome | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 4th of August at 7.30pm at Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the month of June was, Ides of Jebrynah with 24 points,for Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| MEMBERS BRANCH ATTENDANCE BONUS
June |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday July 6, 2019 with the winner drawn being Lorraine from the Wollongong Branch. As Lorraine did not attend a branch meeting in June, she does not win the $500. Congratulations Sheree. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Wollongong Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! ? |
| Bathurst | The next monthly meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on Sunday the 21st July 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
The $500-00 Bathurst GBOTA Jackpot dog is Blaze Eraser – Race 10 – box 6 for Barry Conwell. The Lucky door prize was won by Ron Smith – congratulations to both. The point scores for March, April and May are Greyhound of the year – Tornado Time. Owner/trainer -Peter Barnes. Owner – Peter Barnes. Trainer – John Buttsworth. Thank you to Mr Bill Mangafas, Ross Penney, Members, Visitors and Friends for attending our Meetings – you are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary, Bathurst GBOTA. |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next meeting will be held on Sunday July 7th at Arena Sports Club Yagoona at 1.00pm
May Point Score Leading Greyhound Dreaming Bucks Leading Trainer Tony Messina Leading Owner Penny Williams Members and visitors are welcome to attend and enjoy a cuppa, some nibbles and a good chat. By attending your Branch Meetings members become eligible to win $500 in the Members Branch Attendance Scheme – make sure that you are eligible to win. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 7th of July at 7.30pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the Month of June was Bear the Storm with 16 points for Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 9th June, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome. Supper Supplied. Point Score from May Meeting Leading member Shane Pulbrook on 41 Points R/U member Neil Falk on 29 Points Leading dog Jamella Pearl on 18 Points R/U dog Smashing Kaz on 15 Points City dog One for Tod on 5 Points Tab dog Jamella Pearl on18 Points Non Tab dog Dig Deep Cindy on 4 Points Points w/o a win Hillbilly Blue on 13 Points
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| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 19th May, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome Supper Supplied Point Score from April Meeting Leading member Phil Bailey on 47 Points R/U member Ray Webster on 28 Points Leading dog Jamella Pearl on 21 Points R/U dog Double Flash on 18 Points City dog Lagoon Rhett on 9 Points Tab dog Jamella Pearl on 21 Points Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| City – Parramantta | Members are reminded that our next meeting will be on Sunday June 2nd at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
Point Score for April: Leading Greyhound: Paris Gold Leading Trainer Frank Sanotti Leading Owner Wilma Messina Most Points/No Wins Tony Messina At the May Branch Meeting members congratulated Norm Curby on being awarded Life Membership of the GBOTA. ‘Certificates of Achievement’ were presented to Brian Deveney (Thank You Bill) and Frank Sanotti (Kev’s Comet). By attending the Meeting, members become eligible to win $500 in the Members Branch Attendance Scheme. Members and visitors are invited to come along to enjoy nibblies, a cuppa, and a chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held
on the 5th of May at 7.30pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield. Best winning greyhound for the month of March was Little Jebrynah with 20 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| MEMBERS BRANCH ATTENDANCE BONUS
APRIL |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday May 11, 2019 with the winner drawn being David Matthews from the Leichhardt – Annandale Branch. As David had attended a branch meeting in April he wins $500. Congratulations David. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Leichhardt – Annandale Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting
will be on Sunday May 5th at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona. Point Score for March: Leading Greyhound: Lights Out Tony Leading Trainer: Jack Tatian Leading Owner: Wilma Messina Members, visitors and intending members are invited to come along and enjoy nibblies,a cuppa, and a chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| MEMBERS BRANCH ATTENDANCE BONUS
MARCH |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday April 7, 2019 with the winner drawn being Sheree Thomas from the Wollongong Branch. As Sheree had attended a branch meeting in March, she wins $500. Congratulations Sheree. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Wollongong Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the 14th April 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
Please note that it will be the 2nd Sunday due to Easter. The $500-00 Bathurst GBOTA dog is Smash Hit – race 10 – box 3 for Ron McGuiness to race on Monday the 18th March 2019. The Lucky door prize was won by Tania Chere. No point scores were available. Thank you to Mr Bill Mangafas, Mr Ross Penney and all our Members for faithfully attending all our Meetings. All Members, Friends, intending Members and Visitors are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held at Wentworth Park greyhound Track at 7.00pm on Saturday 6th April. (Awards night).
Best winning greyhound for the month of February was Really Fast Love with 20 points for the Matic Racing Team. |
| MEMBERS BRANCH ATTENDANCE BONUS
FEBRUARY |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday 8th December with the winner drawn being Kevin Keys from the Wollongong Branch. As Kevin had attended a branch meeting in February, he wins $500. Congratulations Kevin. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Wollongong Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| City-Parramatta | City-Parramatta Branch
Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held on Sunday April 7th at 1.00pm at the Arena Sports Club Yagoona, visitors and intending members are welcome. Point Score Winners: Leading Greyhound: Torayden Leading Trainer: Tony Messina Leading Owner: Brian Deveney Most Points/No Wins: Penny Williams By attending the meeting, members become eligible to win $500 in the Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held
on the 3rd of March at 8.00pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield. Best winning greyhound for the month of January was SuperFast Love with 20 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next Bathurst Monthly Meeting of the GBOTA will be held on the 17th February 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
Congratulations to our new Branch Officials – Secretary – Tania Chere. Chairman – John Buttsworth. Treasurer – Irene Buttsworth. Point Score Captain – Joanne Mathias. Thank you to Mr Paul Toole – the Minister for Racing and our local Member for attending our meeting and giving us good Insights into greyhound racing for the future. Thank you to Ellen Harris for her enlightening information into greyhound racing. Thank you to Bill Mangafas (Director) for assisting us with our Election and all the help you have given us the previous year. We look forward to another year of support and helpful advice. The $500-00 GBOTA Greyhound is Alabana – race 6 – box 7 owned by Greg McAlister. The race to be run on the 18th February 2019. The Lucky door prize was won by Barry Conwell. The Leading Greyhound up to date is My Mate Fox. Trainer – John Buttsworth. Owner/Trainer – Peter Barnes. Owner – Peter Barnes. Thank you to all the G reyhound Trainers, Visitors and Bathurst GBOTA Members who attended to hear Mr Paul Toole’s comments to the future of Greyhound racing. Regards, Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Leichhardt-Annandale | The Leichhardt-Annandale Annual General Branch meeting and Elections will be on Wednesday 20th Feb at Wentworth Park. The annual presentation night will be on Saturday 23rd February at the Chinese Restaurant at the Fish Markets. |
| The Association’s thoughts are with the family and friends of member Jenny Brown who is currently in hospital following a stroke. We wish Jenny a speedy recovery. | |
| Bathurst | PLEASE NOTE: CHANGE OF TIME FOR THE BATHURST GBOTA BRANCH MEETING.
The next Monthly Meeting (the AGM) will still be held on the 17th February 2019 at Kennerson Park But the TIME CHANGE IS TO 10AM FROM 12 NOON as the Minister for Racing – Mr Paul Tool has agreed to attend and give us some insight into the Greyhound Industry. This Meeting time change is a “one off” – the rest of the Meetings will be at the normal time of 12 noon. All Members, intending Members, Friends and Visitors are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be on Sunday March 3rd at 1.00pm, at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
Election Results Chairman Lynne Curby Secretary George Hayes Treasurer Robyn Hayes Point Score Captain Darren Curby Point Score Leading Greyhound Thank You Bill Leading Trainer Penny Williams Most Points/No Wins Frank Sanotti Visitors and intending members are invited to attend and enjoy a pleasant chat and tasty afternoon tea. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Camden | 2018 AWARD WINNERS
Non-Tab Greyhound Hifalutin Tab Dog Lagoon Pirate Tab Bitch Road Angel Leading Breeder Sharron Webster Leading Broodbitch Lagoon Lowanna R/U Owner Jason Bolwell Leading Owner Neil Falk Allan Brown Memorial Encouragement Award Alois Hokin Carol Rhodes Best & Fairest Award Jason Bolwell NSW G.B.O.T.A. Achievement Award Ray & Sharron Webster Rick Hodgson Memorial Award Leading Member Mick Player Chairman’s Award Tom Essen Trainer on Averages Garry Erwin R/U Owner Trainer Mick Player Leading Owner Trainer Sharron Webster R/U Trainer Sharron Webster Leading Trainer Mick Player |
| Camden | CAMDEN BRANCH
AGM NOTICE Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 10th February, Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm, which is our AGM Visitors and new members welcome Supper Supplied Point Score for Nov 2018 Leading Member – Pompeo Vallario on 13 points Leading Dog – Zipping Melody on 10 points Tab Dog – Hugo Boss on 8 points Point Score for Dec 2018 Leading Member – Annette Fleming on 12 points Leading Dog – Firestone Icon on 7 points Tab Dog – Firestone Icon on 7 points Point Score for Jan 2019 Leading Member – Phil Bailey on 32 points Leading Dog – Baileys Banjo on 18 points City Dog – Ouzo on 5 points Tab Dog – Baileys Banjo on 18 points Our Presentation night was held Dec 2, 2018 Attached is the list of all our award winners. Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| MEMBERS BRANCH ATTENDANCE BONUS | Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday 2nd February 2019 with the winner drawn being Arthur Barrass from the Gunnedah Branch. Unfortunately as Arthur did not attend a branch meeting in January, he does not win the $500. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Gunnedah Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Auburn-Lidcome | Auburn-Lidcombe
Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 3rd of February at 8.00pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel,Fairfield. Best winning greyhound for the month of December was Little Jebrynah with 18 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next Monthly Meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be our Annual General Meeting where we will be electing our new Branch Officials so could all our Members please attend.
It will be held on the third Sunday which will be the 17th February 2019 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park. The $500-00 GBOTA Jackpot dog is Que Fever – race 7 – box 7 for John Buttsworth to race on Monday the 21st January 2019. Thank you to our Director Mr Bill Mangafas for his enlightening information re the status of our Greyhound Industry. No point scores were available. Thank you to all our Members for faithfully attending all our meetings. All Members, intending Members, Friends and Visitors are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| City-Parramatta | Members and intending members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held on Sunday February
3rd at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona. Membership fees are now due and must be paid by February 28th. Point Score: Leading Greyhound: Dreaming Bucks Leading Trainer: Tony Messina Leading Owner: Brian Sanotti Most Points/No Wins: Penny Williams Congratulations to all trophy winners at our Presentation Night at Wentworth Park. Tony & Wilma Messina’s ‘Splinters’ won the Branch ‘Greyhound of the Year’ title from a strong field. Visitors are welcome to attend to enjoy a chat and the usual tasty afternoon tea and coffee. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Lismore | 
Lady Trainer for 2018 – Kim Gooding – pictured with Diane Cotroneo
Male Trainer for 2018 – Robert Andrews – pictured with Diane and Joe Cotroneo
Greg Bennet – Independent Candidate for Lismore
Lismore Branch GBOTA Presentation Night
Greyhound of the Year – Kingsbrae Missy. Owner/Trainer Toni Northfield – pictured with Diane Cotroneo |
| City-Parramatta | 
City-Parramatta members with the MDA Perpetual Shield for winning the 2018 Percentages Competition. |
| MEMBERS ATTENDANCE BONUS DRAW | Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on 7th January 2019 with the winner drawn being Michael Manuel from the Cessnock Branch. Currently, follow up is occuring to ascertain whether Michael attended a branch meeting in December. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Cessnock Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the third Sunday of the month – the 20th January 2019 – 12 noon at Kennerson Park
The Soldiers Saddle Dinner and Presentation was held at the Bathurst RSL Cub on the 9th December 2018. Greyhound of the Year – My Mate Fox. Owner of the Year – Irene Buttsworth. Trainer of the Year – John Buttsworth. Owner/Trainer of the year – Peter Barnes. The $500-00 GBOTA Jackpot dog is Sam Rara – Race 6 – Box 9 for John Mathias to race on Monday the 21st December 2018 at Bathurst. ALL MEMBERSHIPS ARE NOW DUE BEFORE THE 31ST DECEMBER 2018. Thank you to all our Members for faithfully attending all the Meetings. All Members, intending Members and Visitors are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Auburn – Lidcome | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting wil be held
on the 6th of January 2019 at 6.00pm at 57 Gardenia Pde Greystanes 2145. Best winning greyhound for month of November was SuperFast Love with 16 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City-Parramatta | Members and visitors are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held on Sunday January 6th at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona, and members may renew memberships for 2019/20 no increase in fees,still $20.00.
December Point Score: Leading Greyhound: Our Alarm Leading Trainer: Frank Sanotti Leading Owner: Penny Williams Please enjoy the tasty afternoon tea, and a chat. Branch Presentation Night is at Wentworth Park on Saturday January 12th, please advise Secretary of numbers attending. Merry Xmas to All – have a great 2019! Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| MEMBERS BRANCH ATTENDANCE BONUS | Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday 8th December with the winner drawn being Marcus Jenner from the Auburn-Lidcombe Branch. Unfortunately as Marcus did not attend a branch meeting in November, he does not win the $500. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Auburn Lidcombe Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the third Sunday of the month – the 16th December 2018 at 12 noon at the Bathurst RSL Club where we will also have our Christmas Party.
The $500-00 GBOTA Jackpot dog is My Mate Fox – Race 7 – Box 8 for Peter Barnes to race on the 19th November 2018 at Bathurst. The Soldiers Saddle Presentation Dinner will be held at the Bathurst RSL Club on Sunday the 9th December 2018 – commencing at 6:30pm. It will be $25-00 per head so please get in touch with Jason Lyne. Thank you to Mr Bill Mangafas and Mr Ross Penney for all their help for the past year. Thank you to all our faithful members who have attended all the meeting for the past year. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A WINNING NEW YEAR to all our Members. All Members, intending Members, Visitors and Friends are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held
on the 2nd of December at 8.00pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield Best winning greyhound for the month of October was Bad Boy Goodesy with 13 points for the Jimmy Vassallo racing team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| OCTOBER
Members Branch Attendance Bonus |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday 10th November with the winner drawn being Cherylee Frankland-Shambler from the Cessnock Branch. As Cherylee did not attend a Branch meeting in October, she did not win the $500 bonus. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Cessnock Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| City Parramatta | Members are reminded that our final meeting of the year will be on Sunday December 2nd at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
Point Score: Leading Greyhound: Air Traffic Leading Trainer: Frank Sanotti Leading Owner: Brian Sanotti Most Points/No Wins: Bill Dance Members and visitors are invited to enjoy refreshments, and a friendly chat. The Branch congratulates Darren Curby and George Hayes on being finalists in the ‘Men in Racing’ awards. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Camden | CAMDEN BRANCH
Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 11th November, at Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm. Visitors and new members welcome Supper Supplied Point Score for Oct 2018 Leading Member – Sharron Webster on 21 points R/U Member – Christine Oldfield on 8 points Leading Dog – Lagoon Rhettbon 8 points R/U Dog – Xtreme Caution on 8 points City Dog – Xtreme Caution on 8 points Tab Dog – Lagoon Rhett on 8 points Non Tab Dog – Hifalutin on 3 points Points w/o a win – Xtreme Caution on 8 points Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the third Sunday of the month – the 18th November 2018 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
The Leading point scores are:- Greyhound of the Year –
Trainer of the Year – John Buttsworth – 250 points John Mathias – 15 points Owner/Trainer of the Year – Peter Barnes – 269 points Les Dennis – 70 points Owner of the Year – Irene Buttsworth – 225 points Peter Barnes – 72 points The lucky door prize was won by Kevin McNamara. The $500-00 Bathurst Jackpot dog is – Georgette – box 5 – race 4 for Ron Smith to race on the 22nd October 2018. Thank you to Mr Bill Mangafas (Director) and Mr Ross Penney for all their help at our meetings. Thank you to all our faithful, regular Members who attend every month. All Members, intending Members, Visitors and Friends are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that next Branch meeting will be held
on the 4th of November at 8.00pm at the Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield. Best winning Greyhound for the month of September was Embye with 10 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| City-Parramatta | Members and visitors are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be on Sunday November 4th at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
October Point Score: Leading Greyhound: Seb Zarr Moonie Leading Trainer: Tony Messina Leading Owner: Brian Sanotti Enjoy our tasty afternoon tea, and remember that by attending your Branch Meeting you are eligible to win $500 in the Monthly Members Draw. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| SEPTEMBER
Members Branch Attendance Bonus |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park on Saturday 6th October, with the winner drawn being Robert Blair from the Bankstown Branch. As Robert attended his Branch meeting in September, he wins the $500 bonus. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Bankstown Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 14th October, at Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome Supper Supplied Point Score for Sept 2018 Leading Member – Mick Player on 28 points R/U Member – Christine Oldfield on 16 points Leading Dog – Xtreme Caution on 16 points R/U Dog – Ritza Show on 15 points City Dog – Xtreme Caution on 16 points Tab Dog – Ritza Show on 15 points Non Tab Dog – Hifalutin on 4 points Points w/o a win – Ritza Show on 15 points Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the third Sunday of the month – the 21st October 2018 at 12 noon at Kennerson park.
The Leading Point Scores are: Greyhound of the Year –
Owner/Trainer of the Year-
Owner of the Year –
Trainer of the Year –
Barry Conwell won the lucky door prize and his greyhound – Reciprocal – race 2 box 8 was picked as the Bathurst Branch Jackpot dog to receive $500-00 if he won on the 17th September 2018. Thank you to Mr Bill Mangafas and Mr Ross Penney for all their help and their attendances. Thank you to all our regular Members who attend faithfully every month. All Members, intending Members, visitors and Friends are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| City-Parramatta | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be on Sunday October 7th at 1.00pm at Arena Sports Club Yagoona.
September Point Score : Leading Greyhound: Summer In Motion Leading Trainer: Tony Messina Leading Owner: Wilma Messina Most Points/No Wins: Frank Sanotti Enjoy our tasty afternoon tea, and remember that by attending your Branch Meeting you are eligible to win $500 in the Monthly Members Draw. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held on the 7th of October at 8.00pm at Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield.
Best winning Greyhound for the Month of August was Pozzie with 16 points for the Brian Barton Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| AUGUST
Members Branch Attendance Bonus |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Bulli Saturday 7th September, with the winner drawn being Michael Blissett from the City-Parramatta Branch. Currently, it is being confirmed whether Michael attended a branch meeting in August. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The City-Parramatta Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the third Sunday from now on which will be the 16th September 2018 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park this month.
Point scores were unavailable. Peter Barnes won the lucky door prize and his Greyhound – Timetable – box 6, race 5 was picked as the Bathurst Branch Jackpot dog to receive $500-00 if he won on Monday the 20th August 2013. Thank you to our Director, Bill Mangafas and Ross Penney for all their help and their attendance. Thank you to all our regular Members who faithfully show up every month. All Visitors and Guests are very welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 9th September at Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm.
Visitors and new members welcome Supper Supplied Point Score for August 2018 Leading Member – Gary Erwin on 13 points R/U Member – Sharron Webster on 12 points Leading Dog – Lagoon Pirate on 9 points R/U Dog – Off chops on 9 points City Dog – Lagoon Pirate on 5 points Tab Dog – Off chops on 9 points Points w/o a win – Extreme Caution on 6 points Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 9th of September at 7.30pm at Yennora Oasis Hotel, Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the month July was Super Fast Love with 19 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| Liverpool | Liverpool Branch Meeting
7pm Sunday 19th August 2018 Australia Bowling Club, Edmondson st Austral |
| City-Parramatta | Members are advised that the next Meeting will be on Sunday September 9th at Arena Sports Club Yagoona at 1.00pm.
Point Score for July: Leading Greyhound: Splinters Leading Trainer: Tony Messina Leading Owner: Brian Sanotti Most Points/No Wins: Frank Sanotti Members and visitors are invited to enjoy an informative meeting, then have the pleasure of a tasty afternoon tea, and a chat. Robyn Hayes Publicity Officer |
| JULY
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night 4th August, with the winner drawn being Barry Burnet from the Wollongong Branch. As Barry was not in attendance at the Wollongong Branch meeting in July, he will not receive the Members Bonus of $500. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Wollongong Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst GBOTA will be held on the 19th August 2018 at 12 noon at Kennerson Park.
Point Scores were unavailable. The $500-00 Bonus Draw for the 23rd July 2018 wasn’t drawn. John Mathias won the lucky door prize. Thank you to our Director Bill Mangafas and Ross Penney for their attendance. Thank you to the regular Members who showed up for the BBQ and to the meeting. Tania Chere, Secretary. |
| Newcastle | The next meeting of the Newcastle GBOTA will take place this Sunday 5th August, at Wallsend Sporties, 6pm. |
| Maitland | Our next Maitland Branch GBOTA Meeting will be held on Sunday 5th August 2018 at Maitland Park Bowling Club commencing at 7pm All members and guests are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served after the Meeting.
Maitland Branch Presentation night will be held on Sunday 23rd September 2018 at Heddon Greta Hotel Function Room, 65 Main Street, Heddon Greta commencing at 5.30pm. Contact Margaret Bright for further Information on 0420 977 861. |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next Branch Meeting will be held Sunday 12th August at Camden Golf Club, 6.30 pm. Visitors and new members welcome. Supper Supplied
Point Score for July 2018 Leading Member – Mick Player on 35 points R/U Member – Annette Fleming on 25 points Leading Dog – Road Angel on 14 points R/U Dog – Opulence on 13 points Tab Dog – Road Angel on 14 points Points w/o a win – Ritza Show on 8 points Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Gunnedah | Members of the Gunnedah Branch are reminded of the next meeting on Sunday, July 29 at 11am at the Gunnedah Club. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that next branch meeting will be held on the 5th of August at 7.30 at the Yennora Oasis Hotel, East Fairfield.
Best winning greyhound for the month of June with 14 points was SuperFast Love for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce McGrath Publicity Officer |
| JUNE
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Wednesday night July 7, 2018, with the winner drawn being Louise Mottershead from Georges River Branch. As Louise was in attendance at Georges River Branch Meeting during June, she will receive the Members Bonus of $500. Congratulations Louise. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Georges River Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
May 2018 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Wednesday night June 13, 2018, with the winner drawn being Danny Hubbard from Gunnedah Branch. As Danny was in attendance at Gunnedah Branch meeting in May, he will receive the Members Bonus of $500. Congratulations Danny. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Gunnedah Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Gunnedah | Members are advised that the NSW GBOTA Gunnedah Branch will meet on Sunday, June 24 at 11am at the Gunnedah Greyhound Track. Members of the North West region are encouraged to attend as the meeting will include election of office bearers to the Branch. Any questions can be directed to NSW GBOTA Operations Manager, Ellen Harris on 0403802022. |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 1st of July at 7.30pm at Yennora Oasis Hotel,140 Fairfield St, Fairfield East.
Best winning greyhound for the month of May was Henrietta Rose with 8 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce Mc Grath Publicity Officer |
| Members Draw | Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, May 12, 2018, with the winner drawn being David Cornes from Kurri Kurri Branch. As David did not attend a branch meeting in April, he is not eligible to receive the $500 bonus. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Kurri Kurri Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Auburn-Lidcombe | Members are reminded that the next Branch meeting will be held on the 6th of May at 7.30pm at Yennora Oasis Hotel,140 Fairfield St
Fairfield East. Best winning greyhound for the month of March was Embye with 8 points for the Matic Racing Team. Bruce Mc Grath Publicity Officer |
| Bathurst | The next meeting of the Bathurst Branch of the GBOTA will be held at Kennerson Park on the 6th May 2018 at 12 noon. Please note that it’s the first Sunday of the month as it clashes with Mothers Day.
Greyhound of the year as at 8/4/2018 is Oscar Winner – 58 points. Owner/Trainer – Peter Barnes -39 points. Trainer is John Buttsworth – 116 points. Owner is Irene Buttsworth – 109 points. The $500.00 GBOTA draw for Monday 9th April 2018 is My Mate Fox – Race 8 – Box 2 for Peter Barnes. The winner of the lucky door prize is Stephen Gardiner. Thanks to our Director, Bill Mangafas, Ross Penney and all the Members who attend our meetings faithfully. Guests and Visitors are always welcome. Tania Chere, Secretary ? |
| Members Bonus, Branch Attendance Scheme
April 2018 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, April 7, 2018, with the winner drawn being Glen Jones from City-Parramatta Branch. As Glen had not attended a Branch meeting in the month of March, he was not eligible for the bonus. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The City-Parramatta Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Richmond | Well done to all who received an award at the branch presentation night for 2017. Training honours went to Anne Kada and Tony Pagano while Les Horner and Cheryl Betts took out the owner/trainer sections. I was the proud recipient of owner and breeding honours. Country greyhound went to Diane Wells, quinella greyhound went to Les Horner. Cheryl Betts had two of the three finalists taking out the greyhound of the year with Pursayis. A big thanks to our MC Gary Clark and to Coleen Abella and all our sponsors.
Come along to our next branch meeting and put in your points on Sunday 15th at the Richmond race club upstairs in the function room commencing at 7pm. Visitors are welcome. After the meeting we will have our raffle followed by a light supper. Members are reminded that a plate would be appreciated. Pat Breen Publicity Officer |
| Members Bonus, Branch Attendance Scheme
March 2018 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, March 3, 2018, with the winner drawn being Carol Gaunt from the Direct List. As Carol is a Direct member, she is not eligible for the members bonus scheme. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Bonus, Branch Attendance Scheme
January 2018 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, January 13, 2018, with the winner drawn being Margaret Wall from the Taree Branch. As Margaret was in attendance at Taree Branch meetings during December, she will receive the Members Bonus of $500. Congratulations Margaret! Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Taree Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Head Office
Members Bonus, Branch Attendance Scheme December 2017 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, December 2 , 2017, with the winner being Ray Pitstock from the Gosford Branch. As Ray was in attendance at Gosford Branch meeting during November, he will receive the Members Bonus of $500. Congratulations Ray! Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Gosford Branch this month will also receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn member. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Bathurst | The new Branch Committee Officials are:
Chairperson – John Buttsworth Vice Chairperson – John Mathias Secretary – Tania Cherie Treasurer – Irene Buttsworth Point Score Captain – Joanne Mathias Publicity Officer – John Mathias Auditors – John Buttsworth and John Mathias Congratulations to all the new officials. Tania Cherie, Secretary. |
| Camden | Members are reminded that the next branch meeting will be held Sunday 11th March at Camden Golf Club, 6.30pm.
Visitors and new members welcome. Supper supplied. February meeting was our Annual General Meeting. New Elected Committee listed below: Chairman: Mick Player Secretary: Ross Penney Treasurer: Sharron Webster Point Score Captain: Anne Hector MDA Delegates: Ross Penney & Bill Magnafas Publicity Officer: Annette Fleming Social Secretaries: Anne Hector & Christine Oldfield Point Score for December 2017 Leading Member – Neil Falk on 18 points Leading Dog – Hifalutin on 13 points City Dog – Lagoon Wilks on 5 points Tab Dog – Hifalutin on 13 points Point Score for January Leading Member – Neil Falk on 49 points Leading Dog – Smashing Sarah on 15 points City Dog – Lagoon Wilks on 4 points Tab Dog – Smashing Sarah on 15 points Point Score for February Leading Member – Garry Erwin on 28 points Leading Dog – Road Angel on 16 points City Dog – Lagoon Rhett on 8 points Tab Dog – Road Angel on 16 points The Branch would like to send get well wishes to Janel Erwin following her recent surgery. Also sending best wishes to Alan Bonham as he goes through his treatment over the next few weeks. Annette Fleming Publicity Officer |
| Lismore | The next branch meeting will be held on Sunday February 4th and will also be the Annual General Meeting. Meeting to be held at Tatts Hotel Casino at 7pm.
Presentation night Saturday February 17th at 7pm. Venue will be Chasers Bistro, Ladbrokes Park Greyhound Club. |
| City-Parramatta | January Greyhound of the month: Thank you Bill
Officer Bearers for 2018: Chairman: Norm Curby Secretary: George Hayes Treasurer: Robyn Hayes Point Score Captain: Darren Curby MDA Delegates: Darren Curby & George Hayes |
| Head Office
Members Bonus, Branch Attendance Scheme November 2017 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, November 4, 2017 Monica Jones of the Wollongong Branch has his name was drawn out. Monica was not in attendance of the October meeting. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Wollongong branch this month will receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Head Office
Members Bonus, Branch Attendance Scheme October 2017 |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night,October 7, 2017 Edan Price of the Maitland Branch has his name was drawn out. Edan was not in attendance so is not eligible for the $500 Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. The Maitland branch this month will receive $100 for being the association Branch with the drawn. It is the Association’s belief this incentive will encourage the Branch to recruit members to meetings and generally. The more members, the greater chance the Branch has to be drawn! |
| Maitland | PHOTO CAPTION: Maitland GBOTA Branch presentation night award winners (back) Mark Watt, Eddie Want, Margaret Bright, (front) Peter Akers, Gayle Masterson and Barbara Rees. Gayle Masterson, Margaret Bright and Peter Akers were the big winners at the Maitland GBOTA Branch presentation night.Masterson and her group winner Knight Sprite won the Maru Best TAB Performer, Best Middle Distance Performer, Best Dog, Leading Lady Trainer and Overall Best Greyhound awards.Bright won the award for Attendance and Club Support and Leading Owner, Best Non-TAB Performer andBest Sprint Performer with George Kelby.Peter Akers won Leading Male Trainer, Best Distance Performer with La Montanara, Leading Brood Bitch with Rum Blaster and Best Bitch with Leggy Blonde.Mark Watt won the Battlers Trophy, Barbara Rees won Best Maitland Track Performer with Back Seat Lover and Eddie Want won the Small Teams Award with Turbo Bob. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
SEPTEMBER |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, September 2, 2017 Michael Clayton of the Goulburn Branch has his name was drawn out. As Michael was not in attendance of the Branch meeting he is not eligible to the $500. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme AUGUST |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, August 5 2017 Gary Comans of the Direct List has his name was drawn out. As Gary is a Direct member he is not eligible for the Members Bonus Draw. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
JULY |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, July 1, 2017 Andrew Drapiewski of Liverpool branch’s name was drawn out. As Andrew attended the June 2017 Liverpool Branch meeting he is eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
JUNE |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, June 3, 2017 Olga Kennan of Leichhardt-Annandale branch’s name was drawn out. As Olga did not attend the May 2017 Leichhardt-Annandale Branch meeting she is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
MAY |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, May 6, 2017 Anne Maree Jarvis of Gosford branch’s name was drawn out. As Anne Maree did not attend the April 2017 Gosford Branch meeting she is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
APRIL |
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, April 1, 2017
John Mahoney of Georges River branch’s name was drawn out. As John did not attend the March 2017 Georges River Branch meeting he is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
MARCH |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, March 11, 2017 Phil Cini of Richmond branch’s name was drawn out. As Phil attended the February 2017 Richmond Branch meeting he has won the members bonus prize of $500. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
FEBRUARY |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, February 4, 2017 Shirley Davidson of Liverpool branch’s name was drawn out. As Shirley did not attend the Liverpool branch meeting in January 2017 she is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
JANUARY |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday, January 7, 2017 John Hewett of Lismore branch’s name was drawn out. As John did not attend the Lismore branch meeting in December 2016 he is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
DECEMBER |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, December 3, 2016. Steven Chapman of Camden branch’s name was drawn out. As Steven did not attend the Camden branch meeting in November 2016 he is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
NOVEMBER |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, November 5, 2016 Rodney Tiyce of Temora Branch name was drawn out. As Rodney did not attend the Temora branch meeting in October 2016 he is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
SEPTEMBER |
Members Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme
The Members’ Branch Attendance Bonus Scheme draw took place at Wentworth Park Saturday night, September 3, 2016 Tony Pearce of Cessnock Branch name was drawn out. As Tony did not attend the Cessnock branch meeting in August 2016 he is not eligible for the members bonus prize. Remember Members, make sure you attend your Branch meetings. You have a chance every month to win the $500 bonus which is drawn at Wentworth Park on the first Saturday meeting of every month. |
| BANKSTOWN SLIPPING TRACK | Bankstown Slipping Track
New opening hours are as follows Tuesday – 3.30pm until 5pm Saturday – 7am until 8.30am Sunday – 7am Until 8.30am Slips needed on any other days please call Ron Marsden on |
| Members Benefits | We have created a unique Coupon Code for your members when purchasing Dr Jack’s Joint Powder so that they can receive a discount of $5.00 on each 300 g tub .
All they have to do is insert this code- NSW50 inthe area – Coupon code . |
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