Socks Nation stunned her rivals to win the Group 1 Queensland Oaks, while Vilana reached a new career peak with a dominant win in the Group 2 Moreton Cup.

The wagering downturn continues to bite state governments with South Australia predicting a $15 million drop in revenue from its Point Of Consumption Tax regime over the current and next three financial years.

Amid strong industry opposition to the sale of Rosehill, the Australian Turf Club has told members the state government has advanced its unsolicited proposal for a potential sell-off.

The walls are going up in American racing after Louisiana went it alone on a more relaxed approach to the medication of thoroughbreds and it is an important lesson for an Australian industry increasingly divided along state lines, writes Bren O’Brien.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists reform of gambling promotion is important to his government despite a 12-month delay in implementing the parliament’s recommendations.

Racing will always remain a passionate distraction for prominent owner Ozzie Kheir to escape the pressures of running a successful property development business.