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<\/p>\nTait was a picnic jockey from the age of 16 and rode 48 winners before retiring in 2019, including victory in the Cranbourne Corinthian.<\/p>\n
She became a registered stable employee in 2006 and worked as a trainer and educator of horses in her capacity as a track rider. She also acted as a race-day strapper.<\/p>\n
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Cranbourne Training Centre.Credit: Joe Armao<\/p>\n
RV CEO Aaron Morrison said: \u201cOn behalf of the Victorian racing industry, I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Peta\u2019s family, friends and work colleagues on the tragic news of her passing.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis terrible accident serves as an untimely reminder of the thousands of unsung heroes working in stables each day to provide the best possible care to our racehorses.<\/p>\n
\u201cLike all within our industry, Peta loved horses and she forged a career working with them, helping numerous trainers prepare their horses as a trackwork rider or strapping them on raceday.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe was also a popular member of the picnic racing circuit, enjoying the unique thrill of competing in races as an amateur jockey and doing so with success.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeta made a valuable contribution to Victorian racing over more than 25 years and her sudden passing will be felt by many, particularly in Cranbourne where she was based.\u201d<\/p>\n
Southside Racing chief executive Neil Bainbridge said, \u201cSouthside Racing and the Cranbourne racing community are deeply saddened by this tragic event.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are providing support to Peta\u2019s employer, their staff and our staff who have been greatly affected by this terrible accident that occurred in the stables.<\/p>\n
\u201cOn behalf of everyone at Southside Racing, I wish to extend our sincere condolences to Peta\u2019s family and friends on her tragic passing.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeta was a well-known and liked member of our community and her absence will be felt by lots of people.\u201d<\/p>\n