Trainer Penalties 

J McInerney Jnr | Non-raceday dated 19 December; failed to present runner free of prohibited substance; fined $1,500 ($500 suspended for 12 months) and costs of $1,633.89) 

R Evans | Southland 18 December; incorrect nomination; fined $100. 

Dog Penalties 

OPAWA RIVER | Christchurch 20 December; unsatisfactory performance; must complete trial. 

HOMEBUSH LOCKE | Christchurch 20 December; eye condition; eye specialist clearance required and must complete trial. 

General 

Race 9 Southland GRC meeting of 18 December was declared a no race after the lure breaking down with the remainder of the meeting abandoned.