Racing HQ with Steve Hewlett

Grahame Begg 26.03.2025

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leading trainer Grahame Begg believes the next Moonee Valley meeting should be moved to another venue in the wake of last weekend.

David McColm 25.03.2025

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Far Too Easy trialled this morning at the Gold Coast. What are his plans? Trainer David McColm joined Steve with the latest.

Ken Kelso 25.03.2025

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Outstanding Kiwi filly Alabama Lass will start a warm favourite when she runs at Flemington for the first time this weekend. Trainer Ken Kelso joined ...

Rob Hickmott 25.03.2025

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Progressive Victorian galloper Revelare, winner of his past 5 starts, won’t be seen again until the spring says trainer Rob Hickmott. 

Mark Newnham 25.03.2025

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Sydney trainer Mark Newnham came within millimetres of winning Saturday's HK Derby with My Wish. Newnham says his last 400 sectional was just e...

Michael Hawkes 25.03.2025

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Briasa and Swiftfalcon were both outstanding in defeat last weekend at Rosehill. Co-trainer Michael Hawkes joined Steve on Racing HQ. 

Black Bookers 24.03.25

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy @chantellebuckle, @gramage_, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB

Press Room 24.03.25

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB

Tom Henjak 22.03.2025

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Get Set 21.03.2025

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.

Ron Dufficy 21.03.2025

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ron Dufficy rode an outsider in a Golden Slipper back in the early eighties. Tomorrow, he is selecting an outsider to win the $5M juvenile feature.

Maureen Harry 21.03.2025

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bomber Bill was a star for trainer Maureen Harry. Harry has since moved north to Qld from Vic and has one horse in work. That horse is flying and run...

Leo Schlink 21.03.2025

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We get all of the latest @HKJC_Racing news with our Hong Kong correspondent Leo Schlink.

Tony Gollan 21.03.2025

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

G1 winning Brisbane galloper Antino is no certainty to take his place in the Doomben Cup. Tony Gollan spoke with Steve re his plans for the Autumn/Win...

Shaun Clotworthy 21.03.2025

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The ATC Derby could potentially be fuelled with emotion, given pre-post favourite Willydoit will leave the stables of Shaun & Emma Clotworthy post rac...

Travis Elson 20.03.2025

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Astute Qld greyhound trainer Travis Elson was taken aback when he walked into Qld's new state of the art greyhound facility (Near Ipswich).

Andrew Gluyas 20.03.2025

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Goldrush Guru is right on track to win his second G1 Derby in one season. What is the expectation in the Rosehill Guineas this weekend? Steve spoke w...

Emily Lang 20.03.2025

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brisbane apprentice Emily Lang is on the verge on creating history by becoming the first female rider to win the Metro title. Hear her story on Racin...

Robbie Patterson 20.03.2025

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Star kiwi filly Leica Lucy will head to Chris Waller next week following her NZ Oaks run on the weekend. Current trainer Robbie Patterson says the onl...

Kelly Schweida 19.03.2025

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A relation to El Morzillo had a few people talking, following the Deagon trials in Brisbane yesterday. Trainer Kelly Schweida says the 2yo appears ...

Emma-Lee Browne 18.03.2025

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s next for unbeaten Victorian galloper McGaw ? Co-trainer Emma-Lee Browne speaks with Steve.

Kim Kelly 18.03.2025

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kim Kelly (QRIC) has all of the latest Stewards news with Steve on Racing HQ.

Brett Robb 18.03.2025

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brilliant country sprinter Gallant Star may head to Qld post the Country Championship at Randwick. Trainer Brett Robb initially thought the owner may ...

Tony Ottobre 18.03.2025

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Owner Tony Ottobre opened up about the return of his star mare Pride of Jenni. What’s her future beyond the QE stakes at Randwick?

Black Bookers 17.03.25

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy @chantellebuckle, @gramage_, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB

Press Room 17.03.25

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB

Tom Henjak 15.03.2025

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Get Set 14.03.2025

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.

Lee Freedman 14.03.2025

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Trainer Lee Freedman discusses his stable stars, including plans for Encoder with Steve Hewlett and Gerard Daffy.

Maddy Sears and Steve Lines 14.03.2025

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We hear from trainer Maddy Sears and also Gold Coast CEO Steve Lines with some of the logistical challenges ahead of tomorrow's big prizemoney Jewel m...

Mick Dittman 14.03.2025

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Hewlett and Gerard Daffy talk to Hall Of Fame jockey Mick Dittman live from the Gold Coast.

Zac Purton 13.03.2025

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Will champion Hong Kong rider Zac Purton be fit enough to continue with sprint star Ka Ying Rising ? Zac joined Steve this morning.

Barry Lockwood 13.03.2025

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Exciting Brisbane galloper Give Me Space is not for sale. Trainer Barry Lockwood says “ He is excited about his prospects over ground during the wi...

Peter Moody 13.03.2025

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Star horse 'I Wish I Win' will head back to his place of birth. Peter Moody spoke to Steve on RHQ. 

William Haggas 13.03.2025

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dubai Honour may not take on Via Sistina on Saturday week in the Ranvet Stakes at Rosehill. Trainer William Haggas says he may still have representat...

John Miller 12.03.2025

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sunshine Coast CEO John Miller joined Steve with the latest news on the track.

Steve Lines 12.03.2025

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We hear from the Gold Coast Turf Club CEO Steve Lines, with the latest after the cyclone and looking to the massive Jewel meeting this Saturday.

Nathan Exelby 12.03.2025

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ipswich Race Club CEO Nathan Exelby joined Steve Hewlett with an update on the track after Cyclone Alfred's departure and ahead of racing at Ipswich t...

Marty Synan 12.03.2025

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marty Synan worked at the Moonee Valley race club for over 40 years. He is now working for RQ, hear about his new role. 

Chris Hurley 12.03.2025

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Remarkably the Eagle Farm track is in the Soft range, following the impact of Cyclone 🌀 Alfred. Track manager Chris Hurley provided an update on...

Rob Hickmott 06.03.25

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In form Victorian stayer Revelare may have a new rider if he heads to Caulfield next weekend. Trainer Rob Hickmott says Harry Coffey would be a front ...

Barry Campbell 06.03.25

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ratings expert Daniel O’Sullivan rates unbeaten Tassie youngster Sanniya quite highly. Trainer Barry Campbell spoke with Steve re her plans 

Dan Griffin 06.03.25

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

10 time Gold Coast premier rider Dan Griffin is now working in North Qld. Griffin says " He supervises female prisoners in his new role.

Cam Partington 06.03.25

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have we got too many race clubs in Qld? Cam Partington from the ATA says "Something needs to change otherwise cuts to prize money may be imminent 

Kelly Schweida 06.03.25

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

QLD filly El Morzillo, $1M race winner last weekend at Flemington returns to Brisbane today Kelly Schweida says " Brisbane winter now beckons 

Mobile Rolling 05.03.25

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mobile Rolling-Chris Barsby has all the Harness news with @HastingsFred, Tony Licastro, Jason Gaffney and @GemHewitt142.

Nat McCall 05.03.25

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An unraced 2yo from the Nat McCall stable at the Sunshine Ct impressed at the Sun Ct trials yesterday. McCall spoke on Racing Active this AM 

Allan Kehoe 05.03.25

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the future for talented 2yo Shaggy- beaten for the first time in a Golden Slipper lead-up last weekend. Alan Kehoe spoke with steve 

Cam Partington 05.03.25

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Gold Coast Jewel meeting is likely to be run under lights on Saturday week Cam Partington (ATA QLD) updates 

Clint McDonald 05.03.25

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Clint McDonald spoke on Racing HQ about losing his exciting colt Angel Capital to a leading Sydney stable

Dominic Sutton 04.03.25

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mitch caught up with Dominic Sutton after Feroce’s win in the Australian Guineas

Grahame Begg 04.03.25

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mitch spoke to Grahame Begg to get the latest on Magic Time and Maharba

Steve Lines 04.03.25

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI Mitch spoke with Steve Lines to get the latest heading into Queensland Jewel Day this weekend

Garry Youngberry 04.03.25

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI Mitch caught up with Garry Youngberry to get the latest on Cyclone Alfred

Going Greyhounds Queensland 03.03.25

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Going Greyhounds Queensland with @GerardDaffy and Luke Gatehouse @BrisGreys #RadioTAB

Black Bookers 03.03.25

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy @chantellebuckle, @gramage_, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB

Press Room 03.03.25

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB

Tom Henjak 01.03.25

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Get Set 28.02.25

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.

Leo Schlink 28.02.25

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We get all of the latest @HKJC_Racing news with our Hong Kong correspondent Leo Schlink.

Phillip Stokes 28.02.25

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Phil Stokes is starring down the barrel of another Adelaide Cup on Monday week Stokes says " Deakin is better than his two previous winners of the 320...

Kelly Schweida 28.02.25

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

QLD galloper El Morzillo is on a hit & run mission to Flemington tomorrow in a $1M race @inglis Trainer Kelly Schweida says “ She has raced in good ...

Kelvin Sanderson 27.02.25

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kelvin Sanderson produced the ride of the day at Launceston yesterday aboard Durazzo. Sanderson spent almost a decade on the sidelines prior to his co...

Neil Paine 27.02.25

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A filly from the back of Bourke (NSW) Kisses For Kathy won a Sydney 2yo feature in 1984 Jockey Neil Paine reflects. Neil's nephew Adam Hyeronimus ride...

Mick Price 27.02.25

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Space Rider was beaten last start when sent out at $1.14 at Eagle Farm in January Mick Price updates news on the colt & many others quality horses 

The Inevitable Tribute 27.02.25

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A special tribute to the little champ The Inevitable #RIP 

Stuart Gandy 26.02.25

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Star Tassie filly Geegees Mistruth may be Adelaide bound this preparation. Trainer Stuart Gandy spoke about his very strong team heading to Cup day 

Siggy Carr 26.02.25

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ms Tasmania has been a wonderful investment from the Tasmanian @mmsnippets sale. Siggy Carr says " She has provided many lady owners with some wonderf...

Les Bridge 26.02.25

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2024 Doncaster winner Celestial Legend will attempt to go back to back on April 5. Les Bridge says " He will be praying for some rain heading into all...

Rob Heathcote 25.02.25

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Caspernova is one of Qld's most progressive horses, winning his past three starts in town. Rob Heathcote says " The stable is genuinely excited about ...

Henry Dwyer 25.02.25

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Classy mare Asfoora may kick off her international preparation in France this year. Henry Dwyer says " She is Adelaide bound before getting on the pla...

Brian Ellison 25.02.25

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Geelong Cup winner Onesmoothoperator has been busy since last years Melbourne Cup Brian Ellison says “ He is currently in Dubai & running into form ...

Black Bookers 24.02.25

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy @chantellebuckle, @gramage_, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB

Press Room 24.02.25

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB

Tom Henjak 22.02.2025

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Dan Morgan 21.02.2025

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former NT rider/trainer Dan Morgan has arrived on the Gold Coast. Morgan, who featured on the front cover of Best Bets some years ago, is very excite...

Get Set 21.02.2025

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.

Jason Scott 21.02.2025

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Outgoing RQ CEO Jason Scott will take up a new role effective ASAP. In a revealing interview, Scott opened up about the issues facing Qld racing going...

Leo Schlink 21.02.2025

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We get all of the latest @HKJC_Racing news with our Hong Kong correspondent Leo Schlink.

Larry Cassidy 21.02.2025

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Larry Cassidy will remain working in the Qld Racing Industry. Cassidy, who is selling a lot of his gear and trophies on Facebook, says an announcemen...

Leanne Gaffney 20.02.2025

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The sire Calyx has produced two promising types in recent weeks in Sepals and Likeakalix. Trainer Leanne Gaffney says not too many knew about the sir...

Grahame Begg 20.02.2025

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

G1 winning mare Magic Time will remain in Sydney following her Expressway Stks win last weekend. Trainer Grahame Begg also has some decent firepower t...

John McArdle 20.02.2025

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Trainer John McArdle says My Gladiola will be ridden with cover, if circumstances allow, in the Blue Diamond Stks at Caulfield.

John Thompson 20.02.2025

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“She’s a special filly”, John Thompson believes Bel Merci will attempt to run her rivals ragged in the Silver Slipper at Rosehill on the weekend...

Mitchell Freedman 19.02.2025

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

G1 Lightning winner Skybird has suffered a setback. Hear from trainer Mitch Freedman on Racing HQ this morning.

Cliff Brown 19.02.2025

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Progressive Victorian galloper Sepals is now G1 bound. Trainer Cliff Brown says the Australian Guineas will be the final run of his preparation. 

Nathan Doyle 19.02.2025

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can Ash Morgan continue with exciting sprinter Private Harry (4/4) ? Trainer Nathan Doyle is hoping so.

Tony Gollan 18.02.2025

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Qld’s best horse Antino is likely to have one Sydney run this autumn. Tony Gollan says he will likely have 2 trials next month before returning ove...

Alan Kehoe 18.02.2025

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Several high profile riders have been chasing the ride on unbeaten 2yo Shaggy. Alan Kehoe says he may change tact and run three weeks before the Golde...

Robert Hickmott 18.02.2025

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s next for highly progressive Victorian 4yo Revelare ? Hear from trainer Robert Hickmott on Racing HQ.

John Symons 18.02.2025

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Could we see Melbourne Cup winner Knight's Choice resume racing in Brisbane this weekend. Hear from co-trainer John Symons.

Black Bookers 17.02.25

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy @chantellebuckle, @gramage_, @benscadden @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB

Press Room 17.02.25

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB

Tom Henjak 15.02.2025

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Get Set 14.02.2025

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.

Leo Schlink 14.02.2025

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We get all of the latest @HKJC_Racing news with our Hong Kong correspondent Leo Schlink.

Alan Kehoe 14.02.2025

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“He would be more explosive sitting off a horse ”, says trainer Alan Kehoe. 2yo speedster Shaggy doesn’t have to lead to be effective in tomor...

Tommy Berry 14.02.2025

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tommy Berry has pencilled in a return date following his Randwick fall on January 25. Berry says he remains hopeful that he will be back in time to c...

Edward Cummings 14.02.2025

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Edward Cummings remains hopeful that the Cummings brand will remain at Leilani Lodge (Randwick). Cummings spoke to Steve on Racing HQ. 

Emma Jane Vincent 13.02.2025

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Jane Vincent will enter into a training partnership with Barry Lockwood over coming months. Emma says the stable are excited about Give Me Space...