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‘We ask a lot of these people’ - What’s behind Australia’s shortage of equine reproductive vets

The 24-7 demands on equine reproductive veterinarians makes it a hard sell when it comes to attracting graduates. Helen Thomas spoke to a host of industry experts to examine why Australia has an acute shortage of such specialists.

A week of whispers – Why the slot rumour mill works so well for The Everest

The Everest is still two weeks away, but the level of speculation, coverage and expectation around the $20 million sprint already points to one of the great strengths of the slot race format.

As Singapore exits, is Malaysia ready to step up as South East Asia’s next racing frontier?

With Singapore racing’s swansong this Saturday, Tim Rowe explores what’s next for racing in South East Asia and how the thoroughbred industry in Malaysia is best-placed to take up the mantle left by the demise of Kranji.

Run The Numbers – James Cummings’ fast 50

Broadsiding’s victory on Saturday was not only his trainer’s third Golden Rose success, it represented James Cummings’ 50th Group 1 win overall, something only 14 trainers in Australian history have achieved. This week’s Run The Numbers breaks down the trainer’s stats in elite races.

After the gold rush – Punterstech sees opportunity in a wagering industry in flux

The post-pandemic wagering bubble may have burst, but wagering services provider Punterstech says the new bookmakers launched on its platform are booming.

“I’ve never seen a horse whisperer like him” – The Flemington legend of John Patterson

John “Patto” Patterson, Flemington’s legendary clerk of the course, is gravely ill. Matt Stewart reflects on the remarkable racing life of a man who was the greatest horseman Bart Cummings ever knew.

‘I've really become a calmer person for having lived here’ - Donna Logan on leaving Singapore behind for her next racing challenge

Multiple Group 1-winning trainer Donna Logan is up for the challenge of re-establishing herself as a trainer of top-class horses back in New Zealand as the curtain comes down on racing in Singapore on October 5.
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