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Fireburn’s bright - Golden Slipper winner’s first-born foal sells for $3.3 million in Japan
The decision by Golden Slipper winner Fireburn’s owners to sell as a late spring four-year-old has resulted in Northern Farm selling her first foal for $3.3 million in Japan
Deed of uncertainty - Racing’s funding future under Tasmanian election spotlight
In an election most “mainlanders” perceive as about the building of a stadium and the future of an AFL team, the health of the Tasmanian racing industry is also on the agenda in Saturday’s election in Australia’s southernmost state.
State Government chips in $5 million to Valley rebuild
The Victorian Government has announced a $5 million contribution to the major redevelopment of Moonee Valley racecourse, with its investment focussed on the building of a new racetrack, the establishment of new lighting and construction of tie-up stalls.
Yankee Rose and Mosheen progeny sought after at Japan Select Sale
Progeny of Australian Group 1 winning mares were in hot demand on the opening day of Japan’s biggest bloodstock sale, with one colt fetching in excess of A$4.3 million.
Rowe On Monday - In Flight follows a Proven path, the Middle East's influence on Europe, Aussies in Japan, Seoul winner for Pierata
In today's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe reveals how a conservative approach is paying rich dividends for a leading syndicator, examines what underpins the European bloodstock market, catches up with an Australian attending the JHRA Select Sale and reports on a Pierata winner in South Korea.
Betr in the black as positive promise is delivered upon
In a financial year where it conducted a merger, an acquisition and another attempted buyout of a key rival, betr has posted its first positive EBITDA result.
The chosen nine - Godolphin unveils its post-Cummings Australian training roster
Ciaron Maher will pick up high-class filly Tempted and Group 1 winner Zardozi while eight other NSW and Victorian trainers will also prepare horses for Godolphin under its new-look public racing model.