The Straight News Desk

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Jockey Kayla Nisbet hangs up saddle to pursue racing media career

Kayla Nisbet has announced her retirement from the riding ranks, saying she is looking forward to the next chapter in racing as a form analyst and presenter.

Neasham to face further questioning over escaped racehorses

Leading trainer Annabel Neasham will face further questioning over the circumstances that led to four horses being released from her Warwick Farm stable complex last Friday.

Bella back for second Quokka as Sportsbet confirms slot runner

Bella Nipotina has secured another crack at the $5 million Quokka with Sportsbet picking the top sprinting mare to run in its slot.

Victorian bookies in strict new rules involving betting statements

Wagering operators in Victoria will have to change the format of their customer activity statements among new measures introduced by the state’s gambling regulator.

Racing mourns young jockey Stefano Cherchi

Jockey Stefano Cherchi has passed away following injuries sustained in a fall at Canberra on March 20.

Darren Weir hearing ends, tribunal decision expected next week

A Victorian Racing Tribunal hearing involving former leading trainer Darren Weir and two stable employees has ended.

'Jigger' video footage used as evidence during Weir tribunal opening

Former leading trainer Darren Weir has faced the Victorian Racing Tribunal over animal cruelty and corruption charges.
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