Go West: Behind the recruitment drive for WA’s summer summit
In a congested Australian calendar, West Australian officials are as proactive as any when scouting for talent for their premier racing.
‘I’m optimistic that our great industry will stay strong’ - van Heemst elected president of Thoroughbred Breeders’ WA
Lynward Park Stud principal Troy van Heemst, whose family is synonymous with racing in Western Australia, has stepped up as the new president of the state’s peak thoroughbred breeders’ body.
Wanaruah ride - Fernrigg on new adventure with exciting Snitzel colt
For a small commercial breeding operation such as Fernrigg Farm it’s difficult to take time off at this time of year, even for a couple of days. But Hunter Valley-based Rae-Louise Kelly isn’t missing Wanaruah’s race in Melbourne on Saturday.
Kah gets three-week suspension on running and handling charge
Leading jockey Jamie Kah has been banned for three weeks over her ride on Let’sfacethemusic in the McNeil Stakes.
Kanga board spill motion denied on legal grounds by MRC
John Kanga’s bid to spill the Melbourne Racing Club board has struck another hurdle ahead as the Club prepares for an annual general meeting after the release of its 2023/24 annual report.
Who is Godolphin Australia’s new managing director, Andy Makiv?
In an announcement months in the making, Andy Makiv has been named the new managing director of Godolphin Australia. The Straight's Tim Rowe sat down with Makiv to discuss his journey to leading the Australian branch of one of the world’s largest thoroughbred operations.
Morrison on message, now for the execution
Aaron Morrison has made all the right noises early in his time as Racing Victoria’s CEO, knowing he needs everyone pulling the same way to battle the headwinds the Victorian industry is confronting. He sat down with The Straight’s Bren O’Brien for an extensive interview.