Maher team chase Cup start with Strawberry Rock, Lionel at Flemington

A start in the Melbourne Cup is on offer for the winner of the Andrew Ramsden at Flemington.

Sportsbet still caught in wagering downdraft

Australia’s biggest corporate bookmaker, Sportsbet, saw its revenue decline US$22 million year-on-year through the first three months of 2024.

‘Serious' debt but MRC’s masterplan can proceed without Sandown sale

A Sandown rezoning application will soon be available for public consultation as the Melbourne Racing Club considers funding options for the next phase of its Caulfield redevelopment.

Star Perth juvenile Bustling sold, joins leading Melbourne stable

Bustling has been tagged the next big thing to come out of West Australian racing and the colt has now found a new interstate home.

How Wordsmith rewrote the course of Tassie racing

For over a decade, the progeny of Wordsmith, most carrying the Gee Gees moniker, dominated Tasmanian racing. But with the passing of owner Paul Geard and the retirement of the prolific chestnut from stud, that era is coming to an end.

Aquis to stand first son of Blame in Australia

Aquis has added multiple American Grade 3 winner Officiating to its Queensland roster for the 2024 season, with the son of Blame to stand at $12,500 (inc GST).

Corstens develops a plan to keep The Astrologist on straight and narrow

In a bid to keep his racing career on track, The Astrologist will have his future restricted to the Flemington straight course.
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