Tough as their trainer, Laing's stars ready to jump to it

IT IS often said that jumps horses are tough, and so surely are their trainers. Proof of both came easily at Carrum beach in south Melbourne on Thursday morning.

Jumping out of their skins

Sir Pentire and Hasta Manana are fighting fit, even if their trainer isn't, writes Andrew Eddy.

Pet cancer care leaps ahead with new centre

MELBOURNE'S newest cancer treatment centre has officially opened, featuring a state-of-the-art CT scanner, radiation therapy unit, and high-definition video feeds for consulting overseas experts mid-operation.