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Run The Numbers – Sire dynasties built on Flemington’s straight
The Flemington straight is arguably Australia’s most valuable proving ground when it comes to aspiring stallions. For established star sires like Australia’s current top two, I Am Invincible and Zoustar, it continues to be a happy hunting ground.
'Abhorrent and deserving of condemnation' - RV chairman condemns disqualified Weir
Disgraced champion trainer Darren Weir will be free to apply for his trainers’ licence in 2026 after receiving a two-year disqualification from the Victorian Racing Tribunal over the use of jiggers.
How Sydney’s on-course bookies are railing against a changing wagering market
A wagering platform that brings the best odds available from the racetrack betting ring to punters' fingertips has been introduced in the hope that it can reinvigorate on-course bookmaking.
Federal crossbench moves to ban gambling advertising
Federal parliament crossbenchers, frustrated by the Albanese government’s lack of progress of gambling advertising reform, have introduced a Private Member’s Bill which would ban all advertising of online gambling.
Select neglect – Australia’s Japanese obsession yet to stretch to yearlings and foals
The connection between the Japanese and Australian thoroughbred industries may be building, but when it comes to buying bloodstock from the JRHA Select Sale, Australians are happy to keep their hands in their pockets.
The Lindsay Park renaissance - David Hayes on the resurgence of a dynasty
The Hayes name is back in the ascendancy as David Hayes closes in on 50 Hong Kong winners for the season, and sons Ben, JD and Will approach 200 winners in Australia. Jessica Owers spoke to David about the Lindsay Park resurgence.
'The tall are getting taller and the small are getting smaller' - The changing state of Australia’s stallion farms
The number of farms willing to take on the risk and challenge of standing stallions is on the decline. Matt Stewart looks at the situation in Victoria, where a couple of studs are trying to buck the trend.