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Trading places - Tamac’s Mark Taylor prepares for life after the farm
Tamac Farm Stud, a NSW bloodstock operation that has ridden the highs and the lows of the thoroughbred industry over six decades, is on the market with owner Mark Taylor hoping to make one final splash during the Magic Millions National Sales series.
Schweida and Wilson’s journey from Oink to a Doomben Cup start
Queensland pig farmer Darren Wilson’s chance introduction to Kelly Schweida could lead to a breakthrough Doomben Cup win with Miss Joelene 10 years in the making.
Straight Shorts - Thursday May 22 - Doomben runner added to Millions catalogue, Moxon to lead NSW stewards, Entain court date set, WA sire remains at state-high fee
In today's Straight Shorts, a Group 3 winner has been added to the Magic Millions National Broodmare Sale, changes to the Racing NSW stewards' panel, date set for Entain hearing in Federal Court, Playing God fee stays the same.
Bookmakers at odds over early betting changes
The early betting landscape of Australian racing changed significantly when Tabcorp altered its approach to publishing odds for certain meetings. One rival bookmaker believes the move lifts the lid on a bigger industry issue.
Straight Shorts - Wednesday May 21 - Floods impact NSW trainers, Pippie's daughter wins on debut, France reduces prize money, new head of racing for Seven Network
In today's Straight Shorts, Taree racecourse is under water in major flood event, blueblood filly wins at Sandown, France forced to cut prize money and a key racing appointment at the Seven Network.
Unibet fined $1 million for breaches of self-exclusion regulations
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has fined Unibet more than $1 million after an investigation into the wagering company’s non-compliance of self-exclusion regulations.
A $139 million reality check – Victorian government's racing tax shortfall
Predictions of a massive surge in state government revenue from the new Victorian Point of Consumption Tax rate have proven optimistic, with the state budget revealing a $139 million reduction in revenue expectations over the next four years.