Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

Total 412 Posts
Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

Extreme colt highlights positive finish to Adelaide sale

Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale concluded with an improved average while other metrics exceeded pre-sale expectations.

Racing's tipping Point – Will Point of Consumption taxes increase again?

With wagering revenue in decline, state governments are facing a shortfall in their Point of Consumption Tax revenues, prompting rumours of a further tax hike in NSW.

Vinnie filly on top as bearish market continues in Adelaide

A $400,000 I Am Invincible filly set a new mark as the market overcame early sluggishness to post solid results on the first day of the Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale.

Run The Numbers – A win a day as Zoustar sets record pace

Zoustar has been racking up winners this season at a rate never seen in Australia. We dissect the numbers behind his record-breaking campaign.

Alleged offensive remark about regulator led to Rytenskild’s downfall

Fallen Tabcorp chief executive Adam Rytenskild is alleged to have made an offensive comment about a Victorian-based gambling regulator.

Rytenskild departs Tabcorp amid offensive language probe

Tabcorp has parted ways with CEO Adam Rytenskild after an investigation was launched into the use of inappropriate and offensive language.

Suffixation - Are European imports taking the air out of Australian racing?

Far from the novelty they once were, European racehorses are being imported to Australia at a rate unprecedented in modern times. But is their presence a net negative or a net positive to the local industry?
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