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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.

Analysis: It’s chips-in for McGauran, McMahon and a temperature test for V’landys

The Rosehill vote is more than just a decision on the future of the western Sydney racecourse, it is judgement day for the strategy led by Australian Turf Club chairman Peter McGauran and executive Steve McMahon, as well as a poll on the state of NSW racing under Peter V’landys.

Postal and online ballots close as Rosehill vote looms

Online and postal voting has closed for Australian Turf Club members ahead of the landmark vote on whether to proceed on a $5 billion sale of Rosehill racecourse.

French disconnection – The similarities and differences in the challenges facing racing in France and Australia

The connection between French and Australian racing has arguably never been as strong, and while both confront a decline in wagering, the causes, as well as the racing culture are different, writes Matt Stewart.

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.

Restructure at Racing Victoria sees key faces depart

A major restructure at Racing Victoria has led to several key departures, among them prominent figures in the on and off-air teams at Racing.com.

The $5 billion Rosehill question that only the NSW government can answer

The NSW government’s appetite for the risk of paying $5 billion for Rosehill is arguably a more important question than the support of the Australian Turf Club members, writes Bren O’Brien.

In the name of the father – New beginnings and old memories as Dan Meagher builds on family legacy

Dan Meagher likens the decline of his legendary father John through dementia to “a massive dark cloud” but as the champion Singaporean trainer embarks on his new journey back in Australia, his dad’s lessons ring true every day in the stable.
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