Racing Industry

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

Broadcast deal paves way for increased South Africa thoroughbred coverage

Thoroughbred racing from Kenilworth and Durbanville in Cape Town will be shown on the Sky International network in an agreement that will bolster its coverage of South Africa meetings.

Mentally strong but physically weak, Mathew Ellerton closes the door on training for now

Mat Ellerton’s stroke when holidaying in Bali earlier this year sent a shudder through the training ranks. As he continues his recovery, he has opted to close his stables. He told Matt Stewart he doesn’t know if he’ll be back.

Analysis: What does the Rosehill report really mean for Racing NSW?

Bren O’Brien examines the possible impacts on Racing NSW and the broader racing industry from the recently released Rosehill Select Committee report.

ATC switches drinks – Asahi taps into Sydney’s racetracks

Sydney racegoers will need to change up their beer, soft drink and coffee choices with Asahi to assume pourage rights on all four tracks run by the Australian Turf Club.

RV releases conditions for first Group 1 edition of the All-Star Mile

Five Melbourne autumn carnival races will provide an automatic entry into the 2025 All-Star Mile under revised conditions for the Group 1 race.

‘In the best interest of the animals’ - New Zealand to ban greyhound racing by mid-2026

New Zealand will ban greyhound racing from mid-2026 in a move that Racing Minister Winston Peters says has been made because of welfare issues.

School’s out - Marcus Oldham prepares to axe equine education course

A course that mixed theory with hands-on equine education which has helped numerous people excel in the thoroughbred industry has been cut by Victoria’s Marcus Oldham College.
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