Warwick Barr

Total 218 Posts

A million reasons why Rosehill uncertainty can’t diminish Brian Mayfield-Smith’s legacy

Rosehill is a racecourse full of fond memories for Brian Mayfield-Smith and it’s hardly a surprise a connection to some of the stars he trained remains relevant almost four decades on.

John Moynihan and Rigney family among passengers in Qld plane crash

A leading US bloodstock agent has been confirmed as one of the survivors of a light plane crash on a Far North Queensland holiday island.

Which stables do the million-dollar yearlings go to?

There were 47 horses sold for more than $1 million in Australia during 2023, Warwick Barr examines where they are now.

Storm Boy answers stablemate's challenge ahead of Millions clash

Tulloch Lodge will have depth in quality and numbers going into the Magic Millions 2YO Classic.

Eustace relief as Kettle Hill lands first Australian win at Moonee Valley

Kettle Hill has ended a run of outs on Australian soil, much to the relief of co-trainer Davud Eustace.

Prizemoney decrease for prominent steeplechase, hurdle races in 2024

Racing Victoria has unveiled its jumps program for 2024 by announcing a reduction in prizemoney for some feature races.

WorkCover subsidy scheme to ease financial burden on Victorian trainers

An additional 1 per cent levy on prizemoney will fund a Racing Victoria subsidy scheme aimed at reducing WorkCover expenses for trainers.
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