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Dave, read the whole SANTA requisition for SGM and motivation behind this for clarity. No one is talking about collapse of NHA ......
Reasoning is that we as an industry are not moving forward and being held back by certain individuals. The industry is at last sticking together which a lot of people on ABC have been shouting for over the years . Now let’s move ahead and grow...
Reasoning is that we as an industry are not moving forward and being held back by certain individuals. The industry is at last sticking together which a lot of people on ABC have been shouting for over the years . Now let’s move ahead and grow...
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Txs Mark all the best for racing and getting the right people in the right positions to move forward. 👍
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3 years 11 months ago
I noticed the NHRA hid after Cyril’s last speech 🎤
Hearing the JHB racing community are hoping they revert to close doors racing for safety reasons
Hearing the JHB racing community are hoping they revert to close doors racing for safety reasons
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GENERAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF A RESOLUTION
TO CALL A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING ON 1 SEPTEMBER 2021
1. In terms of clause 26 of the Constitution of The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (“NHA”) no alteration, amendment or addition shall be made to the Constitution save by a special resolution carried by a majority of not less than two thirds of the votes, both given by proxy and by members present and entitled to vote at a Special General Meeting (“SGM”) called for the purpose.
2. On 10 June 2021 the National Board of the NHA (“the Board”) received a written requisition signed by not less than 100 members to call a SGM in terms of clause 13 of the Constitution. According to the requisition,
2.1. the object of the SGM is to consider, and if deemed fit, approve the amendment of the Constitution in order to reconstitute the Board and to remove all references to the office of the Racing Control Executive; and
2.2. the Board is required to convene a SGM within 30 days of receipt of the requisition, namely on or before 10 July 2021.
3. On 15 June 2021 at a special meeting held for this purpose, the Board considered the requisition. The Board took into account that clause 13 of the Constitution requires the Board upon receipt of such requisition to call a SGM of members “at any time and place”. The Board further considered that with the rate of Covid-19 infections increasing at an alarming rate and with the tightening of restrictions under the regulations issued in terms of the Disaster Management Act 57 of 2002, the earliest date on which the SGM can responsibly be called, is on 1 September 2021.
4. The Board accordingly hereby gives notice that the Board resolved to call a SGM of members to consider and vote on the proposed amendment of the Constitution, on Wednesday, 1 September 2021. The resolution was adopted subject to the condition that the Covid-19 protocols prevailing at the time must be adhered to.
5. The Board will arrange to put appropriate measures in place for members to either attend the SGM in person, or via a virtual platform. These measures will aim to ensure the health and safety of attendees and to safeguard the integrity of the meeting and the voting procedures.
6. Clause 12.3.1 of the Constitution provides that the meeting shall be convened by notice published in the Official Publication and/or the NHA website not less than 21 days prior to the meeting. Notice of the time and place of the SGM will therefore be given in terms of the requirements of the Constitution by 10 August 2021. As required by clause 12.3.2 of the Constitution, the notice convening the meeting shall also specify the object and business of the SGM.
7. Documents relevant to the proceedings, including proxy forms, will be forwarded to members and/or placed on the NHA website by 10 August 2021.
Vee Moodley Chief Executive
NOTICE OF A RESOLUTION
TO CALL A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING ON 1 SEPTEMBER 2021
1. In terms of clause 26 of the Constitution of The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (“NHA”) no alteration, amendment or addition shall be made to the Constitution save by a special resolution carried by a majority of not less than two thirds of the votes, both given by proxy and by members present and entitled to vote at a Special General Meeting (“SGM”) called for the purpose.
2. On 10 June 2021 the National Board of the NHA (“the Board”) received a written requisition signed by not less than 100 members to call a SGM in terms of clause 13 of the Constitution. According to the requisition,
2.1. the object of the SGM is to consider, and if deemed fit, approve the amendment of the Constitution in order to reconstitute the Board and to remove all references to the office of the Racing Control Executive; and
2.2. the Board is required to convene a SGM within 30 days of receipt of the requisition, namely on or before 10 July 2021.
3. On 15 June 2021 at a special meeting held for this purpose, the Board considered the requisition. The Board took into account that clause 13 of the Constitution requires the Board upon receipt of such requisition to call a SGM of members “at any time and place”. The Board further considered that with the rate of Covid-19 infections increasing at an alarming rate and with the tightening of restrictions under the regulations issued in terms of the Disaster Management Act 57 of 2002, the earliest date on which the SGM can responsibly be called, is on 1 September 2021.
4. The Board accordingly hereby gives notice that the Board resolved to call a SGM of members to consider and vote on the proposed amendment of the Constitution, on Wednesday, 1 September 2021. The resolution was adopted subject to the condition that the Covid-19 protocols prevailing at the time must be adhered to.
5. The Board will arrange to put appropriate measures in place for members to either attend the SGM in person, or via a virtual platform. These measures will aim to ensure the health and safety of attendees and to safeguard the integrity of the meeting and the voting procedures.
6. Clause 12.3.1 of the Constitution provides that the meeting shall be convened by notice published in the Official Publication and/or the NHA website not less than 21 days prior to the meeting. Notice of the time and place of the SGM will therefore be given in terms of the requirements of the Constitution by 10 August 2021. As required by clause 12.3.2 of the Constitution, the notice convening the meeting shall also specify the object and business of the SGM.
7. Documents relevant to the proceedings, including proxy forms, will be forwarded to members and/or placed on the NHA website by 10 August 2021.
Vee Moodley Chief Executive
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I've never met Mr Moodley , only seen him on the TV screen. He was with Phum before I think.
Where assets were sold left and right, like Germiston, Newmarket, Bloemfontein, Arlington, Kimberley etc.
Clairwood was part of another sellout.
Milnerton was sold out long before.
The ship was sinking long before it set out on it's journey. Captain MJ jumped ship but not overboard.
Surprisingly no pictures of MJ accusing him of bringing down racing were sent out?
Don't make Moodley the fall guy for what was already stuffed up, he's not indispensable anyway, but the damage that was done by that Captain is beyond repairs.
And to think that this trainer actually thanked Captain MJ in a post race interview a few weeks ago.
Mind boggling.
Where assets were sold left and right, like Germiston, Newmarket, Bloemfontein, Arlington, Kimberley etc.
Clairwood was part of another sellout.
Milnerton was sold out long before.
The ship was sinking long before it set out on it's journey. Captain MJ jumped ship but not overboard.
Surprisingly no pictures of MJ accusing him of bringing down racing were sent out?
Don't make Moodley the fall guy for what was already stuffed up, he's not indispensable anyway, but the damage that was done by that Captain is beyond repairs.
And to think that this trainer actually thanked Captain MJ in a post race interview a few weeks ago.
Mind boggling.
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Mike, no one is talking about Phumelela here although please remember that the “bankrupt” operator still pays those huge NHA salaries. Jekkyl has been involved with too many failed racing sites ie,
Phumelela, Betting World, MR system and now NHA...all run into the ground.
It’s the NHA that SANTA has asked for SGM due to the despotic way it is being run. Fines just given with no due process, huge fines to small people and small fines to big people. Plus plenty more...
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Heavy handed changes made to review board (old board gave of their time for free) now using “friends” at large cost to NHA . Easy to get the decision they want now as too many losses of cases with old review board who were/are proper racing people. An average advocate charges R30k a day plus expenses. See how many inquiries have 2 visiting advocates and whose paying that ?
I am waiting 2 months for my Review while they Captured it
What could the delay be ???
Would love to see these 2 senior executives take their current titles into the outside corporate world. They would be lucky if they were given the cleaners job.
Phumelela, Betting World, MR system and now NHA...all run into the ground.
It’s the NHA that SANTA has asked for SGM due to the despotic way it is being run. Fines just given with no due process, huge fines to small people and small fines to big people. Plus plenty more...
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Heavy handed changes made to review board (old board gave of their time for free) now using “friends” at large cost to NHA . Easy to get the decision they want now as too many losses of cases with old review board who were/are proper racing people. An average advocate charges R30k a day plus expenses. See how many inquiries have 2 visiting advocates and whose paying that ?
I am waiting 2 months for my Review while they Captured it
What could the delay be ???
Would love to see these 2 senior executives take their current titles into the outside corporate world. They would be lucky if they were given the cleaners job.
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3 years 11 months ago - 3 years 11 months agoBob Brogan wrote: The Coup is building steam
There is a reference to South Africa here...…………...any clues?
www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/superracing/v...b311607ef4fc60d3dd40
Who’d be a racing steward? Occupation abroad littered with stories of skulduggery, death threats and bashings
MARK Hill had heard all the stories, of jockeys being dangled from helicopters and stewards being clobbered with bottles in food courts, but he took the job anyway.
MATT STEWART
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October 26, 2015 - 12:43PM
Jockey Daniel Ganderton weighs in under the attention of Chief Steward Ray Murrihy after winning race 7 on racehorse Strat's Flyer at Rosehill Gardens in Sydney.
Jockey Daniel Ganderton weighs in under the attention of Chief Steward Ray Murrihy after winning race 7 on racehorse Strat's Flyer at Rosehill Gardens in Sydney.
MARK Hill had heard all the stories, of jockeys being dangled from helicopters and stewards being clobbered with bottles in food courts, but he took the job anyway.
Hill had worked under Terry Bailey at Racing Victoria and accepted a post as a senior steward in Malaysia.
He knew races were rigged, that jockeys pulled up horses so regularly, and with such apparent immunity, that they barely disguised it.
Hill said he refused to “go to the dark’’ side and paid for it.
It was late one Sunday morning in October 2011. He and wife Heather were preparing for a day at the Kuala Lumpur races when three hoodlums barged into their apartment.
One had a steel bar, one a sword and the third a hammer.
Hill was bashed and slashed. Heather leapt aboard one of the hoods but was pinned down and had her teeth smashed. It lasted no more than 15 seconds and was “the most horrifying experience of my life”.
Hill left town soon after and is now a harness steward in Melbourne, a short walk from the office of Bailey, who now has something in common with Hill other than a pork pie hat.
South-East Asia, where faceless punting syndicates full of gangsters control jockeys, has long been the scene of racing skulduggery and stewards have never been immune.
Sydney’s former chief steward John “Sheriff’’ Schreck spent 15 years in Asia, in places like Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau and Mauritius.
Schreck received death threats in Sydney during the 1980s but was once given a pretty good tip by “colourful racing identity’’ George Freeman.
“George told me it’s never the person who makes the threat that might get you. They never go through with it. It’s the one that comes out of the shadows,’’ he said.
Chief steward John Schreck received death threats in Sydney during the 1980s.
Chief steward John Schreck received death threats in Sydney during the 1980s.
When Freeman was close to death he told Schreck of the day he saved Schreck from a belting.
“I was going to get bashed one day, apparently, and George told me years later that he got wind of it and had it stopped. I was pretty grateful,’’ he said.
Schreck received many threats, some to his life, while acting as chief cop in the pretty lawless tracks of Asia. None amounted to anything, bar the odd sleepless night.
One of his colleagues, Michael Carrig, wasn’t so fortunate.
“We were in a food court. He was bashed over the head with a bottle. Another steward, Bernie McKay, took off after the assailants but pulled out when they tried to goad him into a back alley,’’ he said.
Sydney’s longstanding chief steward Ray Murrihy says he has been threatened “not 10, not 20, maybe 50 times’’ in a 40-year career.
“They’d say that when you pick up your kids from school they won’t be there, stuff like that,’’ he said.
Early in his career, in Queensland, a jockey told Murrihy “to look over my shoulder’’ during an inquiry. The jockey was disqualified for life.
Murrihy recalled the time many years ago when Perth’s chief steward John Mahoney and his wife were bound and beaten up with baseball bats.
John Schreck in his role as chief steward of the Hong Kong Jockey Club in 2002.
John Schreck in his role as chief steward of the Hong Kong Jockey Club in 2002.
That bashing came at the time of a major racing inquiry that would have had a notorious figure put out of the sport.
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“There are other incidents, all over the world. Colleagues in South Africa have told of very scary incidents, getting run off the road, stuff like that,’’ he said.
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Threats usually never amounted to actions, Murrihy said. Schreck said that even in Asia, the waving of a baseball bat was one thing, a bashing another — and rare.
Murrihy described the incident on Sunday night, when shots were fired at the front door of Terry Bailey’s house, as “a terribly low act, un-Australian”.
“Stewards make decisions that impact on people’s lives. They are well aware of that. They also cross paths of nefarious people. But something like this is utterly abhorrent,’’ he said.
Chief steward Ray Murrihy looks on at a race from his tower at Randwick.
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I have just received two videos mocking Hyde and Moodley and judged by the "forwarded many times" message can only surmise that the majority of the racing fraternity have received these too. I think the shitstirrers should tone down the rhetoric and focus on facts rather that character assassinations of the "enemy". Whoever is behind these should be exposed and dealt with.
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Had them as well, childish at the very least, probably done by someone with nothing sensible to offer
Love them or hate them this looks like the removal of people who don`t "toe the line" imo
Love them or hate them this looks like the removal of people who don`t "toe the line" imo
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Dear NHA Member
On 15 June 2021 the National Board resolved to call a Special General Meeting (“SGM”) to be held on 1 September 2021, for purposes of discussing and voting on proposed amendments to the Constitution of the NHA. The Board will in due course give notice of the SGM in terms of clause 12.3 of the Constitution.
The purpose of this communique is to give members some background to a written requisition of members accompanied by a letter of the South African National Trainers Association NPC ("SANTA"). Although SANTA has no official standing within the NHA, the requisition was signed by the requisite number of members in terms of clause 13 of the Constitution and the Board was compelled to call the SGM. (Written requisition notice attached).
It is appropriate to look back at the history of The Jockey Club / the NHA. Members may recall that the Constitution of the NHA was significantly amended some fifteen (15) or more years ago, pursuant to which the affairs of the NHA were restructured. Regional Boards were done away with and the membership of the NHA was broadened to include, inter alia, all Colour Holders. As part of that process, various stakeholders within the industry were afforded the right to nominate representatives to the Board of the NHA. Those stakeholders included the Racing Operators, the Thoroughbred Breeders Association and the Racing Association. These arrangements continued to 2016.
At the time, the National Board explained the necessity for further integral change of the above system as follows:
“Whilst it was always recognised that the presence of nominated representatives from various stakeholders within the industry would lead to certain tensions, it was always hoped that those tensions might prove to be manageable. Events have shown, unfortunately, that the conflicts of interest have proved to be extremely difficult to manage. Indeed, the tensions created by these conflicts have reached a point … where the conflicts are compromising the ability of the Board of the NHA to conduct its affairs and where the Board, in certain respects, is threatening to become dysfunctional.
In addition to the above, it has become apparent … that the election process relevant to the election of Board members is functioning unsatisfactorily. It has proved increasingly difficult to secure nominations from members, through the … election process, and a general apathy amongst members has made it extremely difficult to secure the nomination and election of directors to the Board…”
Government were insisting that, for racing to remain as self-regulating, the NHA had to implement changes in order that it conformed with the principles of good governance. It was required that the National Board of the regulator be independent of those that are licensed by the regulator.
Accordingly, against the aforesaid backdrop, the National Board proposed amendments to the Constitution, which amendments were subsequently unanimously adopted by members.
www.nhra.co.za/media/attachments/2020/01..._20_january_2016.pdf
www.nhra.co.za/media/attachments/2020/01...---20-april-2016.pdf
It is these amendments which are effectively sought to be amended in terms of the recent written requisition for the SGM.
The National Board now comprises neutral and independent directors, with a blend of knowledge and skills, all of whom are fully committed to the best interests of South African horse racing industry. The Board and management of the NHA are at all times receptive to and mindful of the needs of each and every stakeholder. Where decisions are contemplated which may impact upon any particular body, entity or stakeholder, due engagement and information sharing takes place, wherever circumstances appropriately permit. Generally, policies are not pursued, or decisions taken, without appropriate input from and consultation with relevant stakeholders, whilst always maintaining the integrity and independence of the NHA.
Against the above background, it is imperative that each member accepts the gravity of the two (2) proposed resolutions as tabled by the requisition (attached for ease of reference) for consideration on 1 September 2021.
The first proposed resolution for consideration, among others, seeks to afford various entities / organizations and licensees representation on the NHA National Board. At first glance the introduction of these stakeholders on the Board appears to satisfy the principles of democracy, but effectively reintroduces the very difficulties which required the amendment of the Constitution prior to 2016. The proposed move would essentially infiltrate the autonomy and integrity of the Board. Experience has taught that the objects of the Constitution cannot be achieved when the pursuance of their opposing interests by the stakeholders now sought to be introduced inevitably result in stifling the operations of the Board.
The first resolution is proposing a regression to a position that existed pre-2016, a position that members sought to change with haste due to its non-functionality and non-compliance with government expectations. Adopting the first resolution will taint the integrity, regulatory authority and independence of the Board and the NHA as a whole. Integrity is essential to all participants. They need to be confident that racing is run fairly and in accordance with the rules, that crime and corruption is deterred, prevented and penalized, and that there is a level playing field for all. A loss of integrity would be a deterrent to owners, punters, trainers, jockeys etc from participating.
Furthermore, integrity is essential to the good standing of the South African racing industry with its relations with government bodies and also other racing jurisdictions. These relations are critical for the finances of the industry as a whole.
The second resolution is to remove the reference to “Racing Control Executive” in the Constitution, with the expressed intent of eliminating the position. The post of Racing Control Executive has existed separately to that of Chief Executive for at least the last 35 years, with the combined functions being beyond the capabilities of one person. Eliminating this position would, amongst other legal consequences, certainly compromise the regulatory standards of the NHA.
The key aspect in considering the impact of the two resolutions is to remain mindful of the absolute necessity to primarily maintain the NHA’s integrity and independence as the industry regulator in order to ensure horse racing’s sustainability and longevity.
It is also important for members to realise that there is a difference between signing a requisition to call a SGM and casting votes at the SGM. The signing of the requisition does not mean the member is obliged to vote in favour of the resolutions as contained therein. The Board is encouraged by the interest displayed by members in petitioning the SGM and wishes to garner such interest in a positive fashion to foster a position for the betterment of all stakeholders. Members are welcome to engage with Board members with any questions. The Board implores each member to ensure he/she is properly informed and understands what is at stake – will the proposed resolutions really progress the industry, or will they regress it?
The decision you, as a valued member, must make on 1 September 2021 shall have far reaching consequences, with the future of the racing industry dependent upon your vote. The Board urge a holistic view on what would be in the racing industry’s best interest as a whole.
The Board will in due course be circulating documents to members covering the various aspects of the proposed changes in greater detail and highlighting pertinent issues.
South Africa is battling the third wave of a pandemic and the industry is in crisis. The Board and management of the NHA are using their best efforts to help see the industry through these difficult times. The focus of the NHA remains committed to protecting the integrity of the South Africa racing industry in the best interests of its members and everyone involved in the industry.
Best regards,
Susan Rowett
Chairperson
The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa
P O Box 74439, Turffontein 2140, South Africa -Turffontein Racecourse, Turf Club Street, Turffontein, Johannesburg 2190
Telephone: 683 9283 – Facsimile: 683 5548 - Dialling Codes: International +2711, Local 011 - E-mail: info@nhra.co.za
On 15 June 2021 the National Board resolved to call a Special General Meeting (“SGM”) to be held on 1 September 2021, for purposes of discussing and voting on proposed amendments to the Constitution of the NHA. The Board will in due course give notice of the SGM in terms of clause 12.3 of the Constitution.
The purpose of this communique is to give members some background to a written requisition of members accompanied by a letter of the South African National Trainers Association NPC ("SANTA"). Although SANTA has no official standing within the NHA, the requisition was signed by the requisite number of members in terms of clause 13 of the Constitution and the Board was compelled to call the SGM. (Written requisition notice attached).
It is appropriate to look back at the history of The Jockey Club / the NHA. Members may recall that the Constitution of the NHA was significantly amended some fifteen (15) or more years ago, pursuant to which the affairs of the NHA were restructured. Regional Boards were done away with and the membership of the NHA was broadened to include, inter alia, all Colour Holders. As part of that process, various stakeholders within the industry were afforded the right to nominate representatives to the Board of the NHA. Those stakeholders included the Racing Operators, the Thoroughbred Breeders Association and the Racing Association. These arrangements continued to 2016.
At the time, the National Board explained the necessity for further integral change of the above system as follows:
“Whilst it was always recognised that the presence of nominated representatives from various stakeholders within the industry would lead to certain tensions, it was always hoped that those tensions might prove to be manageable. Events have shown, unfortunately, that the conflicts of interest have proved to be extremely difficult to manage. Indeed, the tensions created by these conflicts have reached a point … where the conflicts are compromising the ability of the Board of the NHA to conduct its affairs and where the Board, in certain respects, is threatening to become dysfunctional.
In addition to the above, it has become apparent … that the election process relevant to the election of Board members is functioning unsatisfactorily. It has proved increasingly difficult to secure nominations from members, through the … election process, and a general apathy amongst members has made it extremely difficult to secure the nomination and election of directors to the Board…”
Government were insisting that, for racing to remain as self-regulating, the NHA had to implement changes in order that it conformed with the principles of good governance. It was required that the National Board of the regulator be independent of those that are licensed by the regulator.
Accordingly, against the aforesaid backdrop, the National Board proposed amendments to the Constitution, which amendments were subsequently unanimously adopted by members.
www.nhra.co.za/media/attachments/2020/01..._20_january_2016.pdf
www.nhra.co.za/media/attachments/2020/01...---20-april-2016.pdf
It is these amendments which are effectively sought to be amended in terms of the recent written requisition for the SGM.
The National Board now comprises neutral and independent directors, with a blend of knowledge and skills, all of whom are fully committed to the best interests of South African horse racing industry. The Board and management of the NHA are at all times receptive to and mindful of the needs of each and every stakeholder. Where decisions are contemplated which may impact upon any particular body, entity or stakeholder, due engagement and information sharing takes place, wherever circumstances appropriately permit. Generally, policies are not pursued, or decisions taken, without appropriate input from and consultation with relevant stakeholders, whilst always maintaining the integrity and independence of the NHA.
Against the above background, it is imperative that each member accepts the gravity of the two (2) proposed resolutions as tabled by the requisition (attached for ease of reference) for consideration on 1 September 2021.
The first proposed resolution for consideration, among others, seeks to afford various entities / organizations and licensees representation on the NHA National Board. At first glance the introduction of these stakeholders on the Board appears to satisfy the principles of democracy, but effectively reintroduces the very difficulties which required the amendment of the Constitution prior to 2016. The proposed move would essentially infiltrate the autonomy and integrity of the Board. Experience has taught that the objects of the Constitution cannot be achieved when the pursuance of their opposing interests by the stakeholders now sought to be introduced inevitably result in stifling the operations of the Board.
The first resolution is proposing a regression to a position that existed pre-2016, a position that members sought to change with haste due to its non-functionality and non-compliance with government expectations. Adopting the first resolution will taint the integrity, regulatory authority and independence of the Board and the NHA as a whole. Integrity is essential to all participants. They need to be confident that racing is run fairly and in accordance with the rules, that crime and corruption is deterred, prevented and penalized, and that there is a level playing field for all. A loss of integrity would be a deterrent to owners, punters, trainers, jockeys etc from participating.
Furthermore, integrity is essential to the good standing of the South African racing industry with its relations with government bodies and also other racing jurisdictions. These relations are critical for the finances of the industry as a whole.
The second resolution is to remove the reference to “Racing Control Executive” in the Constitution, with the expressed intent of eliminating the position. The post of Racing Control Executive has existed separately to that of Chief Executive for at least the last 35 years, with the combined functions being beyond the capabilities of one person. Eliminating this position would, amongst other legal consequences, certainly compromise the regulatory standards of the NHA.
The key aspect in considering the impact of the two resolutions is to remain mindful of the absolute necessity to primarily maintain the NHA’s integrity and independence as the industry regulator in order to ensure horse racing’s sustainability and longevity.
It is also important for members to realise that there is a difference between signing a requisition to call a SGM and casting votes at the SGM. The signing of the requisition does not mean the member is obliged to vote in favour of the resolutions as contained therein. The Board is encouraged by the interest displayed by members in petitioning the SGM and wishes to garner such interest in a positive fashion to foster a position for the betterment of all stakeholders. Members are welcome to engage with Board members with any questions. The Board implores each member to ensure he/she is properly informed and understands what is at stake – will the proposed resolutions really progress the industry, or will they regress it?
The decision you, as a valued member, must make on 1 September 2021 shall have far reaching consequences, with the future of the racing industry dependent upon your vote. The Board urge a holistic view on what would be in the racing industry’s best interest as a whole.
The Board will in due course be circulating documents to members covering the various aspects of the proposed changes in greater detail and highlighting pertinent issues.
South Africa is battling the third wave of a pandemic and the industry is in crisis. The Board and management of the NHA are using their best efforts to help see the industry through these difficult times. The focus of the NHA remains committed to protecting the integrity of the South Africa racing industry in the best interests of its members and everyone involved in the industry.
Best regards,
Susan Rowett
Chairperson
The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa
P O Box 74439, Turffontein 2140, South Africa -Turffontein Racecourse, Turf Club Street, Turffontein, Johannesburg 2190
Telephone: 683 9283 – Facsimile: 683 5548 - Dialling Codes: International +2711, Local 011 - E-mail: info@nhra.co.za
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Dear Member,
It has been brought to our attention that several members did not receive the communique “Letter to NHA Members” dated 07 July 2021. Upon investigation, we noted that several email servers are blocking the info@nhra.co.za email address. Accordingly, a dedicated members email address has been created to disseminate member information members@nhra.co.za and the aforementioned letter is being resent.
Kind regards,
NHA Team
It has been brought to our attention that several members did not receive the communique “Letter to NHA Members” dated 07 July 2021. Upon investigation, we noted that several email servers are blocking the info@nhra.co.za email address. Accordingly, a dedicated members email address has been created to disseminate member information members@nhra.co.za and the aforementioned letter is being resent.
Kind regards,
NHA Team
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