TASMANIA Summer News, Feb 15, 2012

More cups loom large in Norsqui's future The Age TASMANIAN stayer Norsqui surprised even his trainer Walter McShane when he ran strongly to claim an easy victory in yesterday's $300000 Mornington Cup, which has given him a guaranteed start in this year's group 1 Caulfield Cup. See all stories on this topic » The Age

On his return to the field, Watson admits all-round workload became too much Sydney Morning Herald Watson, however, remains keen to continue as an opener but faces a battle to wrest his old spot back from Tasmania's Ed Cowan, who made a promising start to his Test career thissummer against India. ''I'd love to be able to open, that's where I've had ... See all stories on this topic » Sydney Morning Herald

The Economy: Winter/Summer Crops Boost/Biz Confidence, Conditions Improve International Business Times AU As well, the mix of the summer crop has been sharply increased. But the recent rain and flooding in parts of NSW and Queensland will have a negative impact on crop size and quality. The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and ... See all stories on this topic »

Competition ignites Canberra gardeners The Canberra Times Vegetables need consistent watering and feeding duringsummer heat, and you need to check every day for bugs and pick them off or squash them before an infestation occurs. Tanya McArthur does most of the cooking, but Kirrily makes lasagne and grates ... See all stories on this topic » The Canberra Times

Naved signs for Derbyshire CCC Derbyshire Times He also boasts an exceptional pedigree in domestic Twenty20 cricket played all around the world having amassed 75 appearances in total with Sialkot Stallions, Sussex Sharks, Yorkshire Carnegie, Tasmania Tigers and Hobart Hurricanes. See all stories on this topic » Derbyshire Times

Glance at drivers in the 2012 Sprint Cup Series Fox News 1, 1976 HOMETOWN: Launceston, Tasmania CREW CHIEF: Todd Parrott SPONSOR: Stanley/Black & Decker/DeWalt/Kwikset NOTES: Ambrose won his first career Sprint Cup Series race last season on the road course at Watkins Glen. He had 12 top-10 finishes and was ... See all stories on this topic »

Gillard under siege The Australian The Hobart Mercury reports: THIS year's projected state budget deficit has more than doubled to $246 million, signalling further tough times ahead forTasmania. News.com.au reports: AUSTRALIA'S Olympic squad will be subjected to the most hardline drug ... See all stories on this topic »

Khawaja's curious fade ESPNcricinfo.com Khawaja entered the home summer having developed a perception of self-containment, if not absorption. It can be a difficult habit to break. In the weeks between Sri Lanka and South Africa, Khawaja made sure he could not be cast aside, making centuries ... See all stories on this topic » ESPNcricinfo.com

Seagate eye world title bid Nelson Mail The world title is one the team is desperate to win after being bumped into third spot in Tasmania last year after a minor breach of the rules (forgetting to carry a tracking device on a trail run) saw four hours added to their time. See all stories on this topic » Nelson Mail

Norsqui Surprises In Mornington Cup The Virtual Form Guide Tasmanian stayer Norsqui surprised even his trainer Walter McShane when he ran home strongly to claim an easy victory in the $300000 Mornington Cup. Norsqui won the 2800m race at Flemington on Melbourne Cup day and was third in the 3200m Sandown Cup ... See all stories on this topic »

State's summer of extremes Tasmania News - The Mercury - The ... State's summer of extremes TASMANIANS are enduring a summer of extreme weather conditions. www.themercury.com.au/article/.../298521_tasmania-news.ht...

TOTE Summer Challenge - expert tips & news on the 2012 ... Win in Round 3 of the TOTE Summer Challenge with David Drew's expert tips on the big chances at the 2012 Tasmanian Derby meeting in Hobart. racing.thetote.com.au/2012/.../tasmanian-derby-2012-preview/

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