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‘When someone asks me a question, I like having the answer’ - How curiosity underpins Meta Osborne’s extraordinary racing life
Whether it’s breeding a Cox Plate winner, completing a Masters in equine welfare, assuming the directorship of the Irish National Stud or starting her own podcast, Meta Osborne’s work in the thoroughbred industry is never done.
NZ Group 1 star Prowess joins Yulong after trans-Tasman bidding war
Prowess, a Group 1 winner in Australia and New Zealand, has sold for $NZ1,452,500 million during a Gavelhouse.com auction.
NZ TAB chases new generation with launch of digital wagering option
Wagering company Entain has launched an online-only platform through its partnership with the New Zealand TAB that it hopes will appeal to a different customer base.
Chairman joins CEO in Melbourne Racing Club exit
Matt Cain will step down as Melbourne Racing Club chairman, ending his 15 years on the committee.
V’landys, McGauran and Waller scheduled to front Rosehill sale inquiry
Racing NSW chief executive Peter V’landys, Australian Turf Club chairman Peter McGauran and champion trainer Chris Waller will be key witnesses when an inquiry into the sale of Rosehill continues.
Caulfield Cup, Cox Plate attract renewed overseas interest
International entries have bounced back for the Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate with interest from overseas stables returning to pre-pandemic levels.
MRC acts on ‘feedback’ to implement Caulfield changes
The Melbourne Racing Club is working on a solution to improve Caulfield raceday facilities for jockeys and racegoers, the club’s membership has been told.