Bren O'Brien

The NSW Privileges Committee will determine whether a submission from Racing NSW is in contempt of parliament despite the Minns government attempting to quash a motion to refer it onwards.

Australian Turf Club vice chairman Tim Hale insists an independent valuation of $1.6 billion, an amount described by chairman Peter McGauran as a “paltry return”, is the true improved value of Rosehill including rezoning and a Metro station.

With Australia set to add to its total of annual Group 1 races for the first time in six years, Run The Numbers examines elite racing around the world and how Australia compares.

New South Wales Racing Minister David Harris has established a selection panel and called for expressions of interest for members of the Racing NSW board, with two roles to be filled by the end of 2024.

The Committee overseeing the Rosehill parliamentary inquiry has recommended that a Racing NSW submission be referred to the Privileges Committee as “it may constitute a substantial interference with the work of the committee and therefore a possible contempt”.

Aaron Morrison has made all the right noises early in his time as Racing Victoria’s CEO, knowing he needs everyone pulling the same way to battle the headwinds the Victorian industry is confronting. He sat down with The Straight’s Bren O’Brien for an extensive interview.

As the wagering industry eagerly awaits an official policy position on advertising reform by the federal government, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has defended a decision not to impose a blanket ban.