Bren O'Brien
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Olympics crunch a cloud for Racing Queensland as Jason Scott hints at motivations for leaving
Jason Scott has detailed the reasoning behind his decision to leave his role as Racing Queensland CEO, while hinting at a possible funding crisis facing racing in the state in the run up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.
‘End this charade now’ – ATC members’ group demands Rosehill sale strategy exit and petitions for McGauran’s removal
Peter McGauran’s future as Australian Turf Club (ATC) chairman could be put to a member vote just weeks before he is set to present the final case for the sale of Rosehill racecourse in April.
Train stop - NSW government to stop gambling ads on public transport
Gambling advertising is set to be banned on all public transport in NSW.
The great consolidation myth – Why the number of corporate bookmakers in Australia hasn’t changed
Despite a significant downturn in turnover and greater taxation and regulation, there are still around 100 online bookies in Australia. Bren O’Brien dives into why the ‘great consolidation’ of corporate bookmakers hasn’t occurred.
Run The Numbers – Beyond Savabeel
Well on his way to his 10th Grosvenor Award as New Zealand’s leading sire, Waikato Stud’s Savabeel is undoubtedly a stallion of a generation. This week’s Run The Numbers looks beyond the champion, to see how the next generation of Kiwi sires compare.
Straight Talk Podcast - $2.4 million filly makes Karaka history
In this special edition of Straight Talk, join hosts Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe as they dive into a record-breaking day at the New Zealand Bloodstock National Yearling Sales held at Karaka.
Straight Talk Podcast - Karaka preview with Mark Chitty plus City Of Troy and Caulfield's Cox Plate tilt
Join Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe as they chat the New Zealand Bloodstock Sale at Karaka, plus the latest news in breeding, racing and wagering.