Bren O'Brien

As the New Year approaches, The Straight is looking at what will make headlines in each of the major areas of the thoroughbred industry in 2024. The first cab off the rank is the breeding and bloodstock industry.

An in-depth analysis of what the Victorian government's deal with Tabcorp might look like for the state's racing industry.

Tabcorp have won the exclusive rights to the Victorian wagering licence for the next 20 years despite stiff competition from the corporate bookmaking sector.

Zoustar's dazzling start to the 2023/24 Australian racing season is poised to have an important global impact on his figures.

Tasmania’s trouble-ridden Office Of Racing Integrity (ORI) has appointed its eighth director in the past seven years as the state battles ongoing major integrity issues in all three codes.

Ballarat-based trainers are still awaiting the completion of a new undercover woodchip training track nearly five years after it was announced.

One of the world's biggest corporate wagering entities has announced the resignation of its boss.