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Te Akau's Snitzel colt leads the way as Karaka market stays hot

The New Zealand Bloodstock National Yearling Sale carried its record tempo through to the second day at Karaka, highlighted by a $825,000 Snitzel colt purchased by Te Akau Racing’s David Ellis.

SA thoroughbred breeding industry mourns Kambula patriarch BJ Toole

Brian (BJ) Toole, described as a stalwart of the South Australian thoroughbred industry, has died.

New stallions feature heavily in 2024 Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale

First-season sires Wootton Bassett, Ole Kirk and Farnan will be out to continue their popularity yearling buyers during Magic Millions' Adelaide sale.

Australian racing mourns Lauriston Thoroughbed Farm's Tanith O'Brien

Tanith O’Brien, the matriarch of a family that continues to have a major influence on Australian racing, has died.

Wagering firm SportChamps fined over another inducement breach

Bookmaker SportsChamps has pleaded guilty to two offences under the NSW Betting and Racing Act.

Waitak delivers Railway joy for O'Sullivan

Former champion jockey Lance O’Sullivan captured his first Group 1 Railway (1200m) success at a trainer.

Andrew Nicholl ends tenure as chief executive of national trainers' body

Stephen Bell will replace Andrew Nicholl as the chief executive of the Australian Trainers Association.
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