Latest

‘We're obviously doing something right’ - Webster full of Hope leading into BJ McLachlan

Tim Rowe |
Murray Webster’s Hopetoun Farm has defied the odds, breeding two horses who will contest Saturday’s Group 3 BJ McLachlan, a race that could prove to be a key pointer for the Magic Millions two-year-old race.
Featured
See all

Nothing is Inevitable in the heat of the Tasmanian Summer Racing Festival

Sponsored Content |
The start of the 2024/25 Tasmanian Summer has seen a look into the past and the future and paints a fascinating picture for the upcoming two months of feature racing.

New Zealand foal crop holding firm as breeders apply sharper commercial lens

Tim Rowe |
While Australian foal numbers are on the decline, the foal crop in New Zealand is expected to remain steady in 2025 at around 3000, based on the impressions of the major studs from the 2024 season.

Run The Numbers - The state(s) of the nation

Bren O'Brien |
The recent release of the Racing Australia Fact Book allows us to compare the role Australia’s six states and two territories play in the national thoroughbred landscape. This week’s Run The Numbers looks at each state’s contribution.

'As integral as any person you can name' - Colleagues reflect on the legacy of Peter Heagney

Tim Rowe |
Friends and colleagues have recalled the lasting legacy of the late Peter Heagney, a long-time Australian thoroughbred auctioneer, who passed away on Sunday.
You've successfully subscribed to The Straight
Great! Next, complete checkout for full access to The Straight
Welcome back! You've successfully signed in.
Unable to sign you in. Please try again.
Success! Your account is fully activated, you now have access to all content.
Error! Stripe checkout failed.
Success! Your billing info is updated.
Error! Billing info update failed.
 Become a member