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Nothing is Inevitable in the heat of the Tasmanian Summer Racing Festival
The start of the 2024/25 Tasmanian Summer has seen a look into the past and the future and paints a fascinating picture for the upcoming two months of feature racing.
New Zealand foal crop holding firm as breeders apply sharper commercial lens
While Australian foal numbers are on the decline, the foal crop in New Zealand is expected to remain steady in 2025 at around 3000, based on the impressions of the major studs from the 2024 season.
Run The Numbers - The state(s) of the nation
The recent release of the Racing Australia Fact Book allows us to compare the role Australia’s six states and two territories play in the national thoroughbred landscape. This week’s Run The Numbers looks at each state’s contribution.
'As integral as any person you can name' - Colleagues reflect on the legacy of Peter Heagney
Friends and colleagues have recalled the lasting legacy of the late Peter Heagney, a long-time Australian thoroughbred auctioneer, who passed away on Sunday.
Mentally strong but physically weak, Mathew Ellerton closes the door on training for now
Mat Ellerton’s stroke when holidaying in Bali earlier this year sent a shudder through the training ranks. As he continues his recovery, he has opted to close his stables. He told Matt Stewart he doesn’t know if he’ll be back.
Analysis: What does the Rosehill report really mean for Racing NSW?
Bren O’Brien examines the possible impacts on Racing NSW and the broader racing industry from the recently released Rosehill Select Committee report.
Back on track - Bookie offers on-course wagering lifeline after Tabcorp exit
Tabcorp’s decision to wind up its on-course operations has been a blow for the Victorian racing industry, but as Warwick Barr reports, one betting agency isn’t giving up on the racetrack as a wagering option.