Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

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Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

The $5 billion Rosehill question that only the NSW government can answer

The NSW government’s appetite for the risk of paying $5 billion for Rosehill is arguably a more important question than the support of the Australian Turf Club members, writes Bren O’Brien.

Run The Numbers – Fastnet Rock hunts a rare double

It has been 19 years since a champion Australia broodmare sire finished top five in the general sires' title. Fastnet Rock, destined for back-to-back damsire titles and currently sixth on the general table, is seeking to emulate his own sire Danehill as his tremendous legacy continues to build.

Weanlings the sole focus of Inglis' Great Southern

Inglis will offer 320 foals, including a daughter of Group 1 winner Catchy, in its first weanling-only edition of the Great Southern Sale in Melbourne next month.

PointsBet fined $500,000 after breaching spam and BetStop responsibilities

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) says a $500,000 fine imposed on PointsBet is a warning to the wagering industry to take compliance obligations seriously.

Analysis: ‘You Win Some, You Stall More’ -  Has Labor dodged gambling advertising fight?

With a new Communications Minister in place and an electoral mandate in hand, the climate seems right for wagering advertising reform. But in what could prove an unexpected boost for the wagering and racing industries, there is no indication that PM Anthony Albanese has an appetite for change.

Wilson’s time as RQ chairman extended while government undertakes review

Uncertainty at the top of Racing Queensland persists, despite the low-key extension of Steve Wilson’s long term as chairman.

Racing NSW backs Warwick Farm plans, says it won’t seek Rosehill proceeds

Racing NSW has confirmed that it no longer harbours concerns with the Australian Turf Club’s ability to manage a possible $5 billion windfall from the Rosehill proposal and supports the club’s plans for two racetracks at Warwick Farm.
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