Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

Total 413 Posts
Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

Dysfunction rules - Tassie integrity boss quits on day he was due to start

Tasmanian racing is lurching from one crisis to the next as the state's recently appointed integrity manager walked out during his first day on the job.

Victorian racing in open warfare as Munz calls for RV CEO Jones to be sacked

The long disquiet within the Victorian racing industry has erupted into outright warfare after Thoroughbred Racehorse Owners Association (TROA) Chairman Jonathan Munz’s call for Racing Victoria CEO Andrew Jones to be sacked.

Decision on Sandown's future looms in 2024

2024 is set to be a crucial year in deciding the future of Sandown racecourse.

Class telling for Huetor ahead of Randwick feature

Connections of Summer Cup topweight Huetor are banking on the cream rising to the top.

What will be the five biggest racing industry stories in 2024?

The Australian racing industry's biggest newsmakers this year seem certain to dominate the headlines again in 2024.

What will be the five biggest stories to watch in the wagering space for 2024?

Economic headwinds will present serious challenges for Australian racing's wagering service providers in 2024.

Made by Maher, Eustace now set to fulfil destiny in racing's cauldron

The confirmation that David Eustace will take up a trainer’s contract in Hong Kong poses two key questions, writes Bren O’Brien.
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