Warwick Barr
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ATC board hopeful labels Rosehill sale process a ‘betrayal’
David Walter, one of 10 candidates contesting two vacant Australian Turf Club directors’ seats, says the club’s board should not even consider tabling a resolution to sell Rosehill.
Clean bowled - Punter denied a $30,000 payout
The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission has found in favour of bookmaker Ladbrokes in a hearing involving the likely use of a “bowler” account.
A true Blue pedigree puts Benagil in Thousand Guineas spotlight
Thousand Guineas contender Benagil will provide a reminder of Philip and Patti Campbell’s influence on the Victorian thoroughbred industry when she contests the Group 1 race.
Funding ‘top-ups’ for under-pressure ATC as wagering woes hit home
Chairman Peter McGauran says the reality of a decline in wagering revenue continues to impact the Australian Turf Club’s bottom line.
Departing Racing SA boss warns of ‘challenging’ wagering picture despite record revenue
Racing SA is likely to follow the lead of Racing Victoria in renegotiating its fees with bookmakers despite achieving record revenue figures in the 2023/24 financial year.
Cup carnival media rights switch delivers higher ratings
The Victoria Racing Club’s decision to align its broadcast rights with the Nine network appears to have paid dividends with a 30 per cent increase in television audience figures.
Wagering downturn no impediment to Racing NSW's prize money ambition
Prize money in the NSW thoroughbred industry surged $36 million last financial year, despite Racing NSW annual report revealing it had endured a $19 million drop in wagering revenue.