Race Day Operations Direction: Parade Ring Attendance and Horse Identity Verification

Race Day Operations Direction: Parade Ring Attendance and Horse Identity Verification

To strengthen race day integrity, Harness Racing SA will conduct a final horse identity verification immediately before runners proceed from the parade ring to the track.

This Direction supplements the existing Notice to Trainers – Parade Ring, which remains in force.

Parade Ring Attendance
In accordance with AHRR 135(1), every runner must be presented in the designated parade ring no later than twelve (12) minutes before the advertised starting time unless otherwise directed by the Stewards.

Track Entry
In accordance with AHRR 135(2), horses must proceed to the track in sufficient time to comply with the Rules.
Final Horse Identity Verification
Immediately before runners proceed from the parade ring to the track, HRSA officials will undertake a final horse identity verification.
Where a discrepancy is identified, the horse will not be permitted to proceed until the matter has been resolved to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

Trainer Responsibilities
Nothing in this Direction alters the responsibility of trainers and drivers under the Australian Harness Racing Rules.
Each trainer remains responsible for presenting the correct horse with the correct gear and saddlecloth.

Commencement
This Direction takes effect immediately.

By Order of the Stewards Harness Racing SA Ltd
10th July 2026