Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
Driving ambition - WA owner Santo Guagliardo in for the long haul
Santo Guagliardo, one of Western Australia’s most prolific owners, is hoping an affinity with South Australian racing can deliver an end-of-season stakes result in Adelaide.
The Payne of expectation – How Michelle’s Melbourne Cup changed everything
Michelle Payne, who retired from riding this week, was centre stage in one of the most remarkable moments in Australian racing history. The legacy of that Melbourne Cup win is still being felt, by Payne herself, those who are closest to her, and by a new generation of jockeys she has inspired.
Melinda Martin assumes Racing Queensland COO role
A shuffle up of responsibilities as Racing Queensland has seen Melinda Martin appointed as Chief Operating Officer.
‘A $40 million-a-year basket case?’ - QRIC budget blowout probed by parliament
The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) has been placed under further scrutiny, with suggestions of a budget blowout as the industry awaits the public release of a KPMG review into the integrity body.
V’landys called to appear twice before Rosehill inquiry
The parliamentary inquiry into the proposed redevelopment of Rosehill has called on Racing NSW CEO Peter V’landys to give evidence in two separate hearings.
Economic report reveals $2.4 billion contribution by Queensland racing
Queensland racing’s growing contribution to the state’s broader economy has been highlighted in an independent report.
‘A great opportunity both for racing and the Sydney area’ – Minns doubles down on Rosehill development
Significant opposition from major players in the racing industry has not dampened NSW Premier Chris Minns’ desire to see Rosehill racecourse shut down and redeveloped.