50th Year History of Launceston
Here is the 50th year history of Launceston written in the 70’s.
70’s
Strathalbyn
Went to Strathalbyn once and looked like this. I have included a Video of the last ever race run after 50 years in operation. 21st […]
Sole Force
The “Bulli Bullet” Sole Force almost unbeatable at the South Coast circuit. Jeff Collerson – Sole Force was a sensation on big tracks, trained by Ken Howe […]
Lively Band
The ill-fated Lively Band unfortunately died on the plane on his way back to Ireland after a very successful stud career in Australia. I subsequently […]
Terry Cahalan Pilot
Unique way of getting to a meeting. Terry Cahalan back in the early 70’s Jeff Collerson – Recall trainer the late Les Lahiff going to […]
Sandown Melbourne Cup Night 71
Sandown just as I remember it in 1971 on Melbourne Cup night. Love the old stands and the parade yard right next to the crowd. […]
Whyalla in 70’s
Found some more shots of Whyalla. I will always remember my trip and race night to the track in the middle of summer 1972 it […]
Wentworth in NSW
I only ever went to Wentworth once had a look at the track while I was there.
Richmond on Australian Day 1972.
A big day at Richmond over 4000 in attendance on Australian Day 1972.
Holstein Boy
Another brilliant chaser Holstein Boy.