Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

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Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

Gambling advertising fight intensifies as PM backs in approach

The federal government’s leaked plans to reform gambling advertising are causing discontent within Labor Party ranks, even before they have been put to federal cabinet.

Run The Numbers – The Black Caviar edition – Unmatched perfection

The death of the legendary Black Caviar at the weekend made national headlines, just as the mare herself did during her remarkable racing career. This week’s Run The Numbers reflects on the unmatched perfection of the legendary sprinter.

Morrison vs Reilly - RV CEO race down to two

Racing Victoria is expected to confirm imminently which of Aaron Morrison or Tom Reilly will be appointed as its new CEO.

Black Caviar's sudden death prompts outpouring of tributes

The racing world is paying tribute to Australia’s greatest sprinter Black Caviar, who has died at age 18 after suffering laminitis.

Widden Stud buys in on Victorian interest

Antony and Katie Thompson have expanded the footprint of the family’s historic Widden Stud operation with the purchase of the Victorian property they have been leasing for three years.

Snipes, swamps, frogs and thoroughbreds – Racing NSW and ATC push on with Brickpit plans

Racing NSW insists it is thinking big when it envisions a possible metropolitan racecourse on the Brickpit site at Homebush.

Supplier focus and faith in racing drives Waterhouse VC’s latest investment

Tom Waterhouse says he is keeping faith with racing with the latest investment by his Waterhouse VC company in Racing and Sports.
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