Its long-term future is in the hands of the southern harness racing industry and the club's management, according to Harness Racing New Zealand (HRNZ) chief executive Edward Rennell. Speculation that Canterbury horsemen wanted Forbury Park shut down stemmed from publicity following a meeting held by trainers to discuss handicapping procedures. The future of Forbury Park as a racing venue was issues put to Rennell and other HRNZ representatives. While in Dunedin, Rennell confirmed to The Otago Daily Times that HRNZ had no plans other than to foster and continue to support harness racing at the Dunedin venue. ``Forbury Park has its own place in harness racing and we are providing a lot of opportunities for horses, trainers, drivers and owners.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 03, 2017 18:11 UTC