Bren O'Brien
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‘We will live with the consequences’ - Minns won’t move to compulsorily acquire Rosehill
While compulsory acquisition of Rosehill racecourse is an option open to the NSW government, Premier Chris Minns has promised to live with the consequences should Australian Turf Club members vote down the proposed sale on April 3.
Core markets – What Bet365’s China exit tells us about its future ambitions
As Bet365 withdraws from China and focuses on the booming US market, we examine the company’s presence in Australia and worldwide.
What are the likely outcomes from the Rosehill vote?
With a week left until Australian Turf Club members decide the future of Rosehill racecourse, we look at the possible outcomes and what they may mean.
Wagering companies make submissions to Queensland Racing Review
Australia’s biggest corporate bookmakers are eager to have their voices heard during public submissions for the Queensland government’s comprehensive racing review.
Run The Numbers – Slipper Show part of a Dancing double
Nearly 40 years after she caught the eye of Australian connections at a tried horse sale in Saratoga, Dancing Show’s impact continues to be felt, with maternal descendants Marhoona and Schwarz winning Group 1 races on Saturday. This week’s Run The Numbers charts her influence.
Kim Kelly permanently appointed to QRIC
Kim Kelly, the former Chief Stipendiary Steward of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, has been appointed the Deputy Commissioner for the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) on a permanent basis.
Emirates Park and Freedman continue Slipper love affair
Marhoona continued the extraordinary record of both the Freedman family and Emirates Park in the Golden Slipper, with the Snitzel filly becoming the least experienced winner of the world’s richest two-year-old race in 50 years at Rosehill.