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News.com.au
28-05-2025
- General
- News.com.au
BRC Sires' Produce to decide if Hi Barbie heads towards Group 1 JJ Atkins
Tony Gollan has always liked Hi Barbie and he says when the penny finally drops, the young filly could morph into something special. But will the penny drop on Saturday in the $1m BRC Sires' Produce Stakes (1400m) at Eagle Farm? • Racenet iQ members get full access to our Pro Tips service, where Greg Polson and our team of professional punters provide daily tips with fully transparent return on investment statistics. SUBSCRIBE NOW and start punting like a pro! Two-year-old Hi Barbie, who was an emotional $1.2m yearling purchase for Jennifer Acton who wanted to honour her late husband Alan's legacy in racing, can stake her claim on Saturday for next month's Group 1 JJ Atkins. But it will be a sliding doors moment as Gollan knows the filly could have a lot more to offer in her three-year-old season. • 'This run on Saturday will tell us whether we go to the JJ Atkins, or give her a break and bring her back for the summer,' Gollan said. 'The penny hasn't quite dropped yet, that's been evident really in every run. 'There have been different aspects of each run where you can see she's a young and immature filly. 'When the penny drops, she will be a really nice horse. 'She is still a work in progress, she is working out her style and her pattern. 'It is all happening pretty early for her. 'She is a preparation away from probably really showing what she can do, but she has come on physically since her last run.' Cattle baron Alan Acton raced hundreds of horses over the years – the best was Gollan-trained mare Outback Barbie which won $1.6m in prizemoney. The Actons own several cattle properties in central Queensland but the main one is Wilpeena which is situated just outside Dingo, 150km west of Rockhampton. Tragically, Alan Acton died just over two years ago when his mustering helicopter hit power lines and crashed. Widow Jennifer is continuing her late husband's racing legacy and emotions overflowed when Hi Barbie won the Listed Phelan Ready when she made her debut last November. There have been some trials and tribulations since and Hi Barbie finished a brave sixth in the Gold Coast Magic Millions 2YO Classic in January after recovering from a heart condition that she has suffered at her previous start. Her last start, finishing fifth and beaten three lengths in the Group 2 Spirit Of Boom Classic won by Cool Archie, encouraged Gollan enough to let her loose on the Sires' on Saturday. 'In her last run, she drew wide on a really testing track,' Gollan said. 'Our plan was to let her get into her stride, she ended up back in the field and then she followed the right horse. 'But when it was time to sprint, she was still all over the place a bit. 'She is still quite a young filly, mentally and physically. 'But her run still was quite good if you look at it from a Sires' viewpoint, now going to the big track Eagle Farm. 'I also think she will appreciate getting back on better ground.' Hi Barbie, who is a $34 chance to cause a Sires' boilover, is a get-back type and she has drawn wide in barrier 15 in Saturday's Group 2 event. Craig Williams will ride.
Buzz Feed
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
27 Pairs Of Shoes From Zappos You'll Find Yourself Reaching For Again And Again...And Again
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Time to add to your ever-growing shoe collection with hot pink sneakers, ridiculously comfy Birkenstocks, and super cute ballet flats. Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's. 1. New Balance Classics 237 because you can wear them with a cute little sundress for a date in the park or paired with your fave shorts and tee for strolling around the farmers market. Zappos 2. Or some hot pink sneakers for a fun pop of color to add a little Barbie energy to any outfit you have going on. Let's please bring back "Hi Barbie!" for summer 2025... Zappos Promising review:"Love these sneakers! I read some reviews saying TTS, and others saying size up half a size. I am usually a 6 and sized up to a 6.5. They fit well, with some room at the toes. I definitely could have done a 6, and they would have been fine too. Hope that can help anyone on the fence!" — Anonymous 3. Dr. Martens Chelsea boots if you love an ~edgy~ look that you can wear with almost every outfit you can imagine. These may take you a second to break in, but once you do, these will be your go-to pair for pretty much every occasion. Zappos Promising review:"Love these, my first pair of Docs! I hope they hold up for a long time. Do not be afraid of how tall these shoes are, they're just right in person! Not much time was needed to break them in. The leather is good — on one shoe I can see real nice grain texture (they aren't the type of shoe that looks practically like plastic). I am considering putting an insole in them just to make them that much comfier." — Anonymous Price: $114.95 (originally $130, available in women's sizes 5–12, men's sizes 4–12, and two colors) 4. Slingback flats that look very similar to a much more expensive pair from Ganni — perfect for dressing up any ensemble you have going on without opting for high heels. I literally just bought these as I was writing this article... Zappos Promising review:"This shoe fits perfectly!!! Very comfortable. Wore them all day and night. Love love love them. Not too tight or punchy for me. Padding in the insole was great." — Megan Price: $69.99+ (originally $99.95, available in sizes 5.5–10 and six colors) 5. Hoka sneakers if you fancy yourself a walker, jogger, or runner. I have worn Hokas for three half marathons, and I love them for all the great support they offer my knee and ankle joints! Zappos Promising review:"The fit is excellent! I've had a hard time finding shoes in my size in wide width. These have plenty of room and don't make my feet feel cramped. There is enough cushioning to feel supportive, but not overwhelming. My feet feel great in these!" — Anonymous 6. A pair of Birkenstock Arizonas for a tried and true sandal that slowly molds to the shape of your foot over time, so they're incredibly comfortable! Zappos Promising review:"I was a little hesitant to buy these because it has a man-made upper rather than a leather one. I am pleasantly surprised with the quality of the material. I would definitely order them again. In fact, it's hard to tell they are not leather unless I place them side by side with my leather Birkenstocks. The footbed and the sole are the same as regular Birkenstocks. As usual, Zappos sent them to me with lightning speed." — Anonymous 7. Or a slightly dressier Birkenstock thong sandal so you can show off that pedicure you definitely didn't get done while you were supposed to be working from home. Zappos Promising review:"I've had different pairs of Birkenstocks for many years, but hadn't worn any for quite some time. Last summer, I noticed several people wearing these, and I thought they were stylish, so I decided I would get them. They are both stylish and comfortable right out of the box. I love them. They look nice with skirts." — Anonymous 8. Some super cute Toms Diana wedge sandals if you want to add a little extra height to your outfit but try to stay away from stilettos since they are a safety hazard if we're being honest. 9. Mesh rhinestone Mary Janes that would look so adorable paired with some frilly socks, so you can look like a fashion incluencer even when you're stuck at your 9 to 5. Zappos Promising review:"These shoes are super cute and unique. I enjoy the sparkle and being mesh, they seem really summery. I wear an 8 in sandals and an 8.5 in athletic shoes in most brands. I always take a 7M in a Sam Edelman shoe." — Diane 10. Slip-on sneakers so you can throw them on when you have to run down the driveway real quick when the delivery person arrives with your food. Zappos Promising review:"They are true to size. I bought this particular pair because of the color, and it goes with virtually everything casual." — R. 11. A pair of Crocs because these are the ultimate do-anything shoe. Running errands? Dropping the kids at school? Working from home? Yeah, Crocs are appropriate for pretty much any occasion (I've even seen brides wear them at weddings). Zappos Promising review:"I wore Birkenstock sandals full time for 40 years. Then my right heel developed a bad case of plantar fasciitis, and I found that ONLY wearing Crocs helped! Now my heel doesn't hurt anymore, and the added bonus is that the Crocs are VERY easy to keep clean!" — Linda G 12. Some gold Vionic loafers you can wear to the office, but are cute enough to keep on afterward for impromptu drinks with coworkers or a dinner date. Zappos Promising review:"Very soft leather, wore them all over Spain while on vacation. Good with a light sock; very comfortable. No trouble with my plantar fasciitis." — Diane 13. Or a pair of Sam Edelman stilettos so you can emulate Miranda Priestly energy at work and finally snag that promotion you've been hoping for. Zappos Promising review:"These are the most comfortable pumps I own! I feel like I could walk in these all day. I've had these for 5–6 years by now and they're still holding up great!" — Peggy 14. Converse high-top sneakers because you really can't go wrong with this classic since you know they pair well with pretty much any casual outfit. Zappos 15. Vans slip-ons if you are trying to re-live your emo sk8er era and just want to feel something again because the world is a garbage fire 🥲 (*starts crying while screaming the lyrics "I Miss You" by Blink-182*). Zappos 16. A pair of platform or flatform Tevas ideal for wearing to any upcoming music festivals you have on your calendar since they're the perfect blend of style and practicality. I've had my pair for a few years and can attest to their comfort! Zapps 17. Slide sandals with a block heel so you can exude old Hollywood glamour next time you're asked out on a brunch date. Like, how darn cute would these look with some mini shorts and a tie-front top?? Zappos 18. A pair of Sam Edelman Mary Janes for a more mature take on the shoes you grew up wearing that are just as cute with a slightly more ~elevated~ feel. Zappos Promising review:"I love these so much! The shape is elegant with the squared toe, and they are really nicely constructed. They look and feel like much more expensive shoes. I get a lot of compliments on them, which is always fun. The leather is really soft, which means no chafing, even when I wore these for the first time." — Casey 19. Kate Spade New York sneakers if you've been wearing the same pair of white tennis shoes for the last five years now and they're more of a brownish gray color than white at this point. It's time for an update *I fear.* Zappos Promising review:"Absolutely love these. I accidentally ordered the white/carousel and love the white/pink combo. Super cute and will go with a ton of things. Happy happy happy! Cannot wait to wear them to work tomorrow :)" — Lori 20. Classic cowboy boots because as an Austin, Texas native, I can assure you that cowboy boots go with LITERALLY every outfit. And these are a super nice pair for a relatively low price in comparison to what you might find at boot stores down south. Yes, these are still an investment piece, but they will only get better with age! Trust! Zappos Promising review:"These boots are gorgeous. I am a huge Corral boot wearer, but was unable to find a pair that I liked this time around. I stumbled across these Dan Post boots, loved the way they looked, and decided to give them a try. I love them — much prettier in person, and the leather is super soft — definitely recommend. Just an FYI — I am typically a size 7 and bought a size 7. They fit as expected." — M. 21. Ugg slippers to keep your feet plush while you're hanging on the couch all day and watching your favorite comfort show for the hundredth time. Zappos Promising review:"This is my second pair of Ugg slippers. I love them. They felt a little snug when I first put them on, but within a few hours, they were perfect. My last pair lasted two years, and I wear them every day, all year long. I wear a 7.5 and got an 8, they fit perfectly." — Anonymous 22. A pair of studded ballet flats if you want to relive your mid-2000s glory days when you didn't have to worry about rent, doing your taxes, or mindlessly scrolling through dating apps (I'm fine). I have a pair of these and I wear them all. the. time. They're so comfortable and versatile! Zappos Promising review:"I recently got these shoes. They are adorable! I love the gold color. They go with so many outfits, from casual to dressy. They are a comfortable fit. The strap was easy to adjust and buckle. The bow adds to the look of the shoes. I am very happy with these." — Katy 23. A pair of platform loafers from Coach that ooze ~cool vibes~ and are perfect for making a big presentation at work, then hitting the town afterwards. Zappos Promising review:"I love these shoes!!! They are so cute and comfortable. Fit true to size, and I can't wait for the brown or black to go on sale because I will be buying them too. They are a MUST-have!" — Cheryl 24. Some Havaianas flip-flops for living that beach lifestyle, even if you're stuck on your couch working from home. A gal can dream, right? Zappos 25. A pair of Dansko professional clogs with a memory foam footbed beloved by healthcare workers to provide plenty of support while you're out and about. These comfy shoes will keep your dogs from barkin' after long hours on your feet! Zappos Promising review:"These are so comfortable. I walk to work (a mile each way), teach on a hard linoleum floor, run up and down stairs all day, and run errands around town on foot, and these are super comfortable." — Sarah Price: $134.95+ (available in sizes 4.5–13 and in 12 colors) 26. A pair of block heels because you have a gazillion weddings coming up and you want to have the best shoes for boogeying on the dance floor. Zappos Price: $70+ (originally $125, available in sizes 5–12 and in 10 colors) 27. A pair of hot pink oxfords if you want to add a splash of vibrant color (while still looking profesh, of course) to your outfit and garner tons of compliments wherever you go. Zappos Promising review:"I wore these all day for work and they are great! The bright pink is such a fun color!!" — Anonymous Price: $53.29 (available in sizes 5.5–12 and in three colors) Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
The Australian
26-04-2025
- Sport
- The Australian
Dragonne Rouge plunge comes off as favourite Hi Barbie bombs start in Calaway Gal Stakes
The smart punters were on the money when a plunge on Dragonne Rouge to win the $200,000 Calaway Gal Stakes for two-year-old fillies at Eagle Farm on Saturday paid off after favourite Hi Barbie missed the start horribly. The Shaun Dwyer-trained filly was paying upwards of $7.50 earlier this week but jumped at $3.30 to win the Listed race on a Soft 7 track over 1200m, while Hi Barbie was short at $2.40. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Andrew Mallyon left his run late to wear down the Paul Shailer-trained Ha'penny Hatch ($6), with Sweet Pretender ($12) finishing third. It was a disaster for Brisbane's premier trainer Tony Gollan, who had nominated $1.2m filly Hi Barbie as the pick of his runners on Saturday before she badly missed the kick with Angela Jones riding. It would have been an emotional victory had Hi Barbie won her first race since her bold sixth in the $3m Gold Coast Magic Millions 2YO Classic in January. Hi Barbie is owned by Jennifer Acton, who lost her husband, cattle baron Alan, in a tragic helicopter accident more than two years ago. Gollan said it was 'back to the drawing board' for Hi Barbie after her mishap in the barriers. 'She was good in the gates, obviously got a bee in her bonnet and lunged in the air when the gates opened,' he said. 'She had a slower than normal post-race recovery but I think that's from getting so worked up when they jumped away.' Dwyer said the $1m JJ Atkins (1600m) on June 14 at Eagle Farm was still on the cards for Dragonne Rouge, who is now undefeated after three starts. 'Look, it's a while off. She'll probably get away with one run in between then,' said Dwyer, who celebrated his 67th birthday last Monday. 'Let's just see how she pulls up. I'm keen to do anything that might work. 'She's got a good 18 months of racing in her and I'm mindful of some good three-year-old races next year too. 'We've got the Magic Millions (3YO Guineas) and next year's three-year-old races. 'She's a big filly but she's light and she doesn't hurt herself. 'She could go through another race and maybe get to the mile race (JJ Atkins). She's a real racehorse.' Andrew Mallyon brings Dragonne Rouge back to the winner's stall. Pictute: Picture: Grant Peters/Trackside Photography Dwyer is hoping to win his first Group 1 since 2004 when the Sunshine Coast trainer secured the Australia Stakes (1200m) at The Valley and the Lightning Stakes (1000m) at Flemington. Owner Brad McMahon was delighted after the race and joked he wanted to send the tough filly to his hometown Grafton. 'It was unbelievable. She's been trained a treat,' McMahon said. 'She's fit and Shaun was really confident. 'She's super for a $25,000 horse. I still want to take her to Grafton for the two-year-old race down there. 'That Magic Millions three-year-old (Guineas on the Gold Coast in January) is still the one, that's the goal.'
News.com.au
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Dragonne Rouge punters happy after Calaway Gal plunge lands
The smart punters were on the money when a plunge on Dragonne Rouge to win the $200,000 Calaway Gal Stakes for two-year-old fillies at Eagle Farm on Saturday paid off after favourite Hi Barbie missed the start horribly. The Shaun Dwyer -trained filly was paying upwards of $7.50 earlier this week but jumped at $3.30 to win the Listed race on a Soft 7 track over 1200m, while Hi Barbie was short at $2.40. Andrew Mallyon left his run late to wear down the Paul Shailer-trained Ha'penny Hatch ($6), with Sweet Pretender ($12) finishing third. It was a disaster for Brisbane's premier trainer Tony Gollan, who had nominated $1.2m filly Hi Barbie as the pick of his runners on Saturday before she badly missed the kick with Angela Jones riding. It would have been an emotional victory had Hi Barbie had won her first race since her bold sixth in the $3m Gold Coast Magic Millions 2YO Classic in January. Hi Barbie is owned by Jennifer Acton, who lost her husband, cattle baron Alan, in a tragic helicopter accident more than two years ago, Dragonne Rouge makes it three in a row to start her career! @mallyon_andrew â€' 7HorseRacing ðŸ�Ž (@7horseracing) April 26, 2025 Dwyer said the $1m JJ Atkins (1600m) on June 14 at Eagle Farm was still on the cards for Dragonne Rouge, who is now undefeated after three starts. 'Look, it's a while off. She'll probably get away with one run in between then,' said Dwyer, who celebrated his 67th birthday last Monday. 'Let's just see how she pulls up. I'm keen to do anything that might work. 'She's got a good 18 months of racing in her and I'm mindful of some good three-year-old races next year too. 'We've got the Magic Millions (3YO Guineas) and next year's three-year-old races. 'She's a big filly but she's light and she doesn't hurt herself. 'She could go through another race and maybe get to the mile race (JJ Atkins). She's a real racehorse.' Dwyer is hoping to win his first Group 1 since 2004 when the Sunshine Coast trainer secured the Australia Stakes (1200m) at The Valley and the Lightning Stakes (1000m) at Flemington. Owner Brad McMahon was delighted after the race and joked he wanted to send the tough filly to his hometown Grafton. 'It was unbelievable. She's been trained a treat,' McMahon said. 'She's fit and Shaun was really confident. 'She's super for a $25,000 horse. I still want to take her to Grafton for the two-year-old race down there. 'That Magic Millions three-year-old (Guineas on the Gold Coast in January) is still the one, that's the goal.'
Mercury
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Mercury
Jennifer Acton has incredible Group 1 omen for Hi Barbie in Queensland winter carnival
Don't miss out on the headlines from Horse Racing. Followed categories will be added to My News. Sitting on her country property looking out over her late husband's grave, Jennifer Acton feels there is an incredible omen for star filly Hi Barbie's Queensland winter carnival campaign. Two-year-old Hi Barbie, who kicks off her winter mission on Saturday, was an emotional $1.2m yearling purchase for Jennifer Acton who wanted to honour her late husband Alan's legacy in racing. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Tony Gollan will resume Hi Barbie in the Listed Calaway Girl (1200m) at Eagle Farm on Saturday and is hoping he can plot a path to stretching her to the 1600m of the Group 1 JJ Atkins in June. Enter the Acton omen. 'I haven't said anything to Tony Gollan about this, but my initials were 'JJ' before I was married,' Jennifer Acton said. 'I was Jennifer Jones and sometimes I would be called JJ. 'And then I became an Acton, which sounds a bit like Atkins. 'So the JJ Atkins sound a perfect race for us to win. 'Alan always wanted to have a Group 1 winner and we are really hoping this filly can be the one. 'I think Alan would be having a chuckle from up above, in a short space of time I have gained so much knowledge about racing. 'I always wondered why Alan got so nervous before a race, but I always left that to him. 'Now I understand, because it's on my shoulders now, and I get very nervous.' • 'Sick of running second to him': Miller's cheeky 'plan' to beat Overpass Cattle baron Alan Acton raced hundreds of horses over the years – the best was Gollan-trained mare Outback Barbie which won $1.6m in prizemoney. The Actons own several cattle properties in central Queensland but the main one is Wilpeena which is situated just outside Dingo, 150km west of Rockhampton. Tragically, Alan Acton died just over two years ago when his mustering helicopter hit power lines and crashed. Alan Acton is buried on the Wilpeena property and the extended Acton family gathered there over the weekend to celebrate Easter. Hopes are high that Hi Barbie, named by Jennifer's granddaughter Tommy after the family had watched a Barbie movie, can be a winter carnival star. • Country jockeys lose riding gear in mobile home fire The filly resumes on Saturday after finishing a bold sixth in the $3m Gold Coast Magic Millions 2YO Classic in January. It was a tremendous effort and a real eye-catcher, especially given the filly suffered heart arrhythmia following her previous race in December. While Jennifer Acton can't wait to see Hi Barbie resume, she is also looking forward to the $1m Rockhampton slot race The Archer on May 4. Acton has exciting Gollan galloper Transatlantic, the early $3.50 favourite, racing in Acton's slot. 'This will be the first time that we have actually had our trainer (Gollan) have a horse racing in our slot,' Acton said. 'Tony contacted me about Transatlantic because I think he thinks he is a Stradbroke horse and he wants to kick him off in The Archer.' Originally published as 'My initials were JJ before I was married': Jennifer Acton has incredible Group 1 omen for Hi Barbie
