Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
"Utmost seriousness" – Special Report recommends Racing NSW submission be referred for ‘possible contempt’
The Committee overseeing the Rosehill parliamentary inquiry has recommended that a Racing NSW submission be referred to the Privileges Committee as “it may constitute a substantial interference with the work of the committee and therefore a possible contempt”.
Go West: Behind the recruitment drive for WA’s summer summit
In a congested Australian calendar, West Australian officials are as proactive as any when scouting for talent for their premier racing.
Kah gets three-week suspension on running and handling charge
Leading jockey Jamie Kah has been banned for three weeks over her ride on Let’sfacethemusic in the McNeil Stakes.
Kanga board spill motion denied on legal grounds by MRC
John Kanga’s bid to spill the Melbourne Racing Club board has struck another hurdle ahead as the Club prepares for an annual general meeting after the release of its 2023/24 annual report.
Morrison on message, now for the execution
Aaron Morrison has made all the right noises early in his time as Racing Victoria’s CEO, knowing he needs everyone pulling the same way to battle the headwinds the Victorian industry is confronting. He sat down with The Straight’s Bren O’Brien for an extensive interview.
Third time's a charm - Bella gets her Everest shot
Having twice knocked back offers for his star mare Bella Nipotina to run in previous editions of The Everest, managing owner Michael Christian feels the time is right for his ‘iron-mare’ in 2024.
‘Untenable’ - Disaffected ATC members put McGauran in the gun
Unhappy Australian Turf Club members are moving to bring about the removal of chairman Peter McGauran over the contentious Rosehill proposal.