Warwick Barr

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'Racing keeps the family together' - Lonhro connection guides Sun’s path to Oaks

The Gleeson family, breeders of top sprinter Rothfire, are enjoying a different side to the racing industry that could have a Group 1 result in the Queensland Oaks.

Stand and deliver - funding crucial to BRC’s Eagle Farm plans

The Brisbane Racing Club feels “very encouraged” that the new Queensland government seems to be on the same page with plans for a significant upgrade of racegoer facilities at Eagle Farm.

Belmont racetrack issue unresolved as analysis continues

Perth Racing says preliminary data from samples of the Belmont Park racetrack has been “valuable” but further analysis is needed before any remedial action is taken.

Going global - New Zealand syndicator making most of established and new frontiers

Filling a void left by the retirement of three-time Group winner Atishu won’t be easy but Go Racing is already well positioned to cover for her absence, starting with the Queensland Derby aspirant Maison Louis.

Valley closure at centre of major changes to 2025/26 Victorian racing schedule

Racing Victoria will stage 503 meetings across the state in the 2025/26 racing season with 32 reallocated as Moonee Valley shuts for a major redevelopment.

Members reject ATC’s Rosehill proposal

Members have voted against selling Rosehill for a $5 billion housing redevelopment during an Australian Turf Club extraordinary general meeting.

Belmont on indefinite hold as turf, geoscience experts called in to investigate track mystery

Perth’s Belmont Park racetrack will be out of action indefinitely as testing and analysis gets underway to identify the reason for a compromised section of turf.
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