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'We require change' - McLachlan sets Tabcorp on new strategy as downturn continues to bite

Chief executive Gillon McLachlan has vowed to implement a new strategy for Tabcorp amid a $1.36 billion loss during the 2023-24 financial year.

Key directors flip to support MRC board spill

Melbourne Racing Club directors Caitrin Kelly and Alison Saville have sensationally flipped to support fellow Committee member John Kanga in his bid to spill the board.

Arrowfield snaps up Marabi for $2.4 million

Marabi, one of the fastest racemares of her generation, has sold in foal to leading sire Zoustar for $2.4 million.

V’landys, Morrison at forefront of Australia’s Asian Racing Conference contingent

The 40th Asian Racing Conference will get down to business in Sapporo on Wednesday with Peter V’landys and Aaron Morrison among Australia’s representatives.

PRAs ready to deal with bookies over product fees

The downward pressure on wagering in racing is forcing Principal Racing Authorities to consider revising the amount they charge bookmakers to bet on their product.

Run The Numbers – Yulong’s ambitions on track

Via Sistina’s outstanding victory in the Group 1 Winx Stakes added another chapter to the Yulong story, the fifth time its green and white colours have been carried to victory in an elite Australian race. This week’s Run The Numbers looks at its burgeoning influence as a successful owner.

Ownership, small-scale breeders a cornerstone of Racing NSW's draft strategic plan

Racing NSW has released a draft strategic plan identifying affordability and a shrinking pool of breeders as key industry concerns.
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