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Two mining magnates and a meeting of minds – How Yulong’s Hunter Valley plans became a reality
When Yulong’s mooted interest in Segenhoe Stud failed to result in a sale in 2024, the famous farm was put on the market. Real estate agent Clint Donovan canvassed the world for interested parties and ended up brokering a $30-million plus deal with the original suitor which has set tongues wagging across the thoroughbred industry.
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Twilight expansion – RV reshapes 2026/27 race dates with wagering-driven scheduling shift
Racing Victoria’s 2026/27 calendar will feature 528 meetings, major venue relocations due to infrastructure works and scheduling changes aimed at boosting wagering.
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‘A general love for the game’ – Why on-course bookmakers keep showing up and the carnivals that draw them back
In the next eight days, bookies and punters will go head-to-head at two of Australia’s best-known country carnivals. No one is entitled to win, but vibrant betting rings give those on either side the opportunity to finish in front.
Straight Talk – Yulong’s Segenhoe purchase and its impact on the thoroughbred industry, plus RV date changes and bookies on the road
Straight Talk digs into the deal which saw Yulong secure a Hunter Valley base, chats race date tweaks at Racing Victoria, looks into the life of an on-track bookie and much much more.
The last Dance – visionary syndicator off to see the world through a different lens
After decades chasing Melbourne Cup glory, Darren Dance has exited the syndication game, leaving a pioneering legacy that reshaped Australia’s staying ranks through international scouting and ambition.
Straight Talk – Darley’s big call, stallion fee decisions, beer changes at the VRC and shake-ups at major bookies
Straight Talk interviews Alastair Pulford about the changes to Darley’s roster, looks at a pivot on beer strategy for the VRC, cuts at Sportsbet and much, much more.
