Tabcorp uncertainty persists as NSW government drags heels on funding review
No news is not good news for Tabcorp, as it awaits a comprehensive review of its NSW licence agreement which has considerable knock-on implications for the broader racing industry.
Straight to stud - no overseas mission for Coolmore’s Group 1 winner Switzerland
Valuable Snitzel colt Switzerland won’t race again after a three-start autumn preparation, with Coolmore retiring him to stud as its second newcomer for 2025.
Straight Shorts - Tuesday April 15 - The Autumn Sun returns to Arrowfield roster, Per Incanto fee rise, Yulong retires Deny Knowledge and Microphone sold to Brazil
In today's Straight Shorts, Arrowfield Stud has announced its 2025 service fees and the return of The Autumn Sun, New Zealand sire Per Incanto in price hike, Yulong mare Deny Knowledge retired and Darley stallion Microphone has been sold to stand in Brazil.
ATC starts again with a new Rosehill vote set for May 27
A member decision of the future of Rosehill racecourse has been delayed again, with the Australian Turf Club embarking on a whole new voting process, with an Extraordinary General Meeting to be held on May 27.
Racing Victoria, MRC abandon Thousand Guineas November date in spring overhaul
The Thousand Guineas will be switched to a traditional piece of spring carnival programming to bolster the Caulfield Cup meeting among the repositioning of three Group 1 races for the Melbourne Racing Club.
Run The Numbers - The Victorian question
While the Australasian yearling sales market fared better than expected in 2025, data reveals investment from one of Australia’s biggest jurisdictions has plummeted by more than 17 per cent. Run The Numbers breaks down the market by buyer location.
Straight Shorts - Monday April 14 - Dabble punts on UK market, National Sale schedule for Millions, spring racing economic report, Uruguay upgrade
In today's Straight Shorts, Australian online bookmaker Dabble has been licensed in the UK, weanlings to open Magic Millions National Sale, spring racing turbo charges Victorian economy, major Pattern boost for racing in Uruguay.