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Resolutely
A chance to turn a ‘what if’ into a ‘what’s next’ for Flying Start’s Resolutely

Flying Start Syndications runner Resolutely never made it to the Golden Slipper but Cameron Bennett is hoping the form from the $5 million race can translate to spring success for his filly.

King Island
Make-or-break deadline for King Island racing return

King Island Racing Club has set a July 31 deadline for trainers to commit to a proposed 2026/27 season, warning that racing will again be abandoned if it cannot attract enough support as Tasracing concedes the future of racing on the island is uncertain.

‘Future proofing’ – Waterhouse and Bott secure Leilani Lodge after Maher exit

Adrian Bott has hailed he and Gai Waterhouse’s move to take over one of Randwick’s most famous stables as a key platform for future growth of the training business, after they assumed Leilani Lodge following Ciaron Maher’s short-lived association.

Victorian racing
Victoria, Queensland reports highlight racing’s economic strength

Twin economic reports released on the same day have reinforced racing's importance to Victoria and Queensland, highlighting the industry's growing economic contribution, regional employment base and community impact across both states.

Casino gambling
Roy Morgan data underscores gambling reform debate 

New research conducted by Roy Morgan has found one in seven Australian adults is being adversely affected by betting activity, either through their own behaviour or that of someone close to them. 

New British PM’s Everton ties collide with Aussie-owned Stake gambling ad debate

Australian-owned wagering brand Stake has become an unlikely political talking point in Britain, with Everton's sponsorship deal overlapping with new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's lifelong support of the EPL club and a gambling reform agenda.

Wagering behemoth Entain cuts 500 jobs in global efficiency drive 

Entain’s decision to lay off 500 workers globally has intensified concerns about the wagering sector’s restructuring, although the immediate impact on Australian operations remains uncertain following earlier domestic redundancies.

Why Hong Kong dominates racing’s online playbook like no other jurisdiction

Website analytics reveal Hong Kong has built a global digital powerhouse while Australia's racing authorities have adopted sharply different approaches to serving participants, punters and broader racing audiences.

Seeiaye
The boutique racehorse syndicator who believes less is more 

As larger syndicators dominate the racing landscape, Vince Ferraro has built an ownership base on buying fewer horses, cultivating closer relationships and backing a disciplined selection process.

Sports betting websites
Bookmakers and their digital paths to punters

Australia's biggest wagering brands are carving out increasingly distinct positions online, with recent website data highlighting a widening gap between the industry's leaders and the challengers chasing growth. 

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