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Deep Field dispute - insurer yet to pay out on prematurely pensioned stallion

A row is simmering between the shareholders of Deep Field and an insurance company with a claim regarding the now pensioned stallion still unpaid.

The push to open up live in-play sports betting in Australia

Wagering industry insiders are extolling the virtues of Australia joining much of the rest of the world in opening up online live in-play betting as a means to combat unregulated operators and boost funding to racing.

Uncontested - Kanga and two other MRC directors' terms extended

John Kanga and two other Melbourne Racing Club committee members have had their terms extended after no other nominees came forward to contest their positions.

Plenty on his Plate - Moonee Valley boss Browell on turning his vision into a reality

Apartments, townhouses and a racetrack realignment will herald a new era for Moonee Valley after this year’s running of the Cox Plate.

Mulberry Racing signs for Quality Road colt as Keeneland figures surge

Emerging Australian thoroughbred outfit Mulberry Racing has made its presence felt during trading at the Keeneland September Yearling Sale.

Run The Numbers – History repeats in Moir for Group 1-producing mares

The win of Baraqiel in the Moir Stakes not only enhanced the remarkable record of his dam, Angel Of Mercy, but the legacy of two of Arrowfield’s most influential stallions of the 21st century, Snitzel and Hussonet.

Farewell to Fastnet Rock – Champion Coolmore sire dies aged 24

The remarkable and record-breaking career of Coolmore’s champion sire Fastnet Rock is being remembered after his death at the Hunter Valley farm.
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