Racing Industry

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

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.

‘There's already been a huge amount of interest and that doesn't surprise me’ - Racing NSW pitches to buyers of The Star’s Everest slot

Those previously involved as either slotholder or as slot buyer in The Everest expect the vacant slot for the race to be in great demand.

On the road to rationalisation - Ballesty’s tough calls for the sustainability of New Zealand racing

Matt Ballesty might feel like he’s caught on a roulette wheel, but the former casino executive says he’s enjoying the challenge of being New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing’s new chief executive during a pivotal period for the country’s industry. He speaks to Tim Rowe after two months in the top job.

Wilson’s time as RQ chairman extended while government undertakes review

Uncertainty at the top of Racing Queensland persists, despite the low-key extension of Steve Wilson’s long term as chairman.

Racing NSW backs Warwick Farm plans, says it won’t seek Rosehill proceeds

Racing NSW has confirmed that it no longer harbours concerns with the Australian Turf Club’s ability to manage a possible $5 billion windfall from the Rosehill proposal and supports the club’s plans for two racetracks at Warwick Farm.
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