John Tapp Racing

Had Greg Radley not tried his hand as a radio presenter in Brisbane and Sydney he may still be calling races in the Hunter Valley where it all began thirty five years ago. His curiosity about other avenues of sports media saw him develop a special talent as a presenter and interviewer. Today he’s the polished professional who hosts several key Sky Thoroughbred Central programmes. We talk to Greg about his fascinating journey to the top of his profession.  He describes his enduring love for his hometown of Newcastle. Greg pays tribute to his father Terry, a former top sportswriter for the Newcastle Herald and other publications. He talks of Terry’s passion for harness racing and those fun filled nights at the old Newcastle Showground track.  He speaks fondly of mother Ann, brothers Michael and Tony and his only sister Clare. Greg acknowledges the tremendous support he got from the late John McDermott in the early years.  “Macca” became his tutor and close friend. He tells a great story about the night the broa