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Heagney set for Central West stint

Experienced jockey Michael Heagney has linked up with the Longreach stable of Mark Oates for the Central West season. (Courtesy of Racing Queensland)

Group-winning hoop Michael Heagney is set for a Sunshine State homecoming and will give the Central West riding ranks a […]

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