Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
2024 in reflection - ‘The one constant in their life’ – The unbreakable bond between horse and strapper
Donna Fisher cried for two days straight when she realised Black Caviar’s end was near. The strapper and the unbeaten mare shared an unbreakable bond during her racing days, a relationship mirrored with champion racehorses and their strappers the world over.
A $20 million POCT haircut – NSW government revises its tax numbers again
New South Wales has joined Victoria in slashing the expected revenue from Point Of Consumption Tax this financial year as a national wagering downturn rolls on.
What will be the five biggest racing industry stories of 2025?
The potential sale of Rosehill promised to become a significant industry topic in 2024 and the headlines didn’t disappoint. Nothing will likely change heading into 2025 as we look into the crystal ball to see what’s ahead for racing in the New Year.
Foundation set in harness racing, Brick takes over three codes of racing in Queensland
Racing Queensland executive David Brick has been promoted to the position of general manager - racing, replacing the role vacated by the retired Adam Wallish.
ICAC dismisses Rosehill report referral
Concerns raised in a parliamentary report regarding possible conflicts of interest in the Rosehill sale proposal process have been quickly dismissed by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).
Reilly appointed as Melbourne Racing Club chief executive
John Kanga's revolution at the Melbourne Racing Club gathers pace as Tom Reilly is announced as the new CEO of the club.
Charny and Crismale have Racing NSW board terms extended
NSW Racing Minister David Harris has preserved the status quo of the Racing NSW board by extending the terms of directors Michael Crismale and Garry Charny.