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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.

A breath of fresh air - What drove auction houses to change scoping system

Inglis, Magic Millions and New Zealand Bloodstock have confirmed they will do away with the Lane-Bain Fallon post-sale endoscopic grading system in favour of the seven-point Havemeyer scale. Tim Rowe talks to veterinary experts about the motivation behind the change.

Rosehill sale process and viability condemned, report recommends inquiry into Racing NSW

The Rosehill parliamentary committee has been scathing in its findings on the process of the proposal to redevelop the western Sydney racecourse, while recommending that the operations of Racing NSW should be a matter of further inquiry.

Resilient breeders press on but 2025 Australian foal crop set to be smallest in 50 years

Australia’s foal crop could hit a five-decade low next year, but the possible outcome is far better than some studmasters were predicting leading into the breeding season.

Savage but irresistible – Why a Sydney satellite stable makes so much sense for Victorian trainers

With Anthony and Sam Freedman having followed in the footsteps of Mick Price and Michael Kent Jr and taken out a satellite operation in Sydney, Matt Stewart examines the motivations behind the shift from state to national operations.

B2B gets back to basics, outsourcing breeding arm to focus on racing

Ricky Surace recently inked a deal for unbeaten colt Private Harry to run in B2B Thoroughbreds’ slot for the $3 million Magic Millions Sunlight on the Gold Coast in January. It signals a change in direction for the Southern Highlands breeder’s thoroughbred portfolio.
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