Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
McGrath to put Queensland racing under microscope as bookies welcome fresh review
All three codes of Queensland racing are set to be put under the microscope with a review into their sustainability to be headed by former Australian Turf Club chairman Matthew McGrath.
Barham steps down from VRC board
Experienced media executive David Barham has resigned from the board of the Victoria Racing Club.
A Guineas path paved with family Gold for Victoria Derby winner
Goldrush Guru will be trying to emulate the 1998 Australian Guineas win of relation Gold Guru when the Victoria Derby winner continues his autumn campaign at Flemington.
A good bloke, a champion trainer and a huge presence – Racing mourns the loss of Mike Moroney
Mike Moroney’s passion for racing and life was unbridled. His family and friends, including leviathan owner Rupert Legh, will have to learn to live without his substantial presence after his death this week.
Picnics play - Home of iconic bush meeting on Racing NSW's radar
The iconic Ardlethan picnic meeting won’t be run at its traditional venue in 2025 but Racing NSW is considering stepping in to ensure the races will be held at their spiritual home again in the future.
A lot on his Plate: Kevin Payne pinning hopes on Estriella after Katsumi Orochi sale
Kevin Payne says selling Katsumi Orochi was a difficult decision but expectations remain high around Blue Diamond Stakes day for one of racing’s better-known individual owners.
‘It’s all about longevity now’ - Peter Snowden no longer king of the kids
Peter Snowden has trained 17 Group 1 two-year-old winners, and he tells Matt Stewart that while the number of juveniles he trains has reduced, his approach to training is still evolving.