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Michael Trotter
The Phar Lap connection that gives Russian Rock’s Victoria Derby bid extra meaning 
Mick Trotter’s Victoria Derby dream has an unlikely link to Phar Lap, through Tommy Woodcock, the legendary champion’s strapper who was a formative influence on the trainer’s childhood. 
A bet each-way –  the complexities of a relationship when media meets the business of betting
The union between media and wagering remains fluid and convoluted as both industries weigh the costs and opportunities of controlling sports content, reaching audiences and converting attention into commercial returns.
Straight Talk – Coolmore and Derby debates, overseas buys for Aussies and a chat with Louis Mihalyka
This week on Straight Talk, Louis Mihalyka talks about a host of topics including the Coolmore Stud Stakes, while Tim and Bren chat the future of the Victoria Derby, the latest Tattersalls developments and what Star Entertainment’s AUSTRAC penalty could mean for wagering operators.
What Star’s $260 million AUSTRAC penalty may mean for Entain and Tabcorp
While the casino sector has been left reeling after Star Entertainment was forced to pay $260 million in fines for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing program failures, two of Australia’s big three wagering companies watched with interest.

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