Racing Industry

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

Dog days - From best-ever to a departed CEO in a week

How did Greyhound Racing NSW go from proclaiming its best-ever year to the Racing Minister threatening to sack its board and its chief executive resigning in a week?

Sportsbet spreads South Australian racing sponsorship hold

Three South Australian clubs have secured Sportsbet sponsorship as the bookmaker continues to invest heavily in racing in the state.

'Abhorrent and deserving of condemnation' - RV chairman condemns disqualified Weir

Disgraced champion trainer Darren Weir will be free to apply for his trainers’ licence in 2026 after receiving a two-year disqualification from the Victorian Racing Tribunal over the use of jiggers.

‘Sometimes I wish I never worked for him’ - Shaun Dwyer’s ultimate tribute to the Cups King

Shaun Dwyer, a disciple of Bart Cummings's training methods without ever knowing the real secrets of his success, is still looking for his next “good horse” - even with retirement on his mind.

The Lindsay Park renaissance - David Hayes on the resurgence of a dynasty

The Hayes name is back in the ascendancy as David Hayes closes in on 50 Hong Kong winners for the season, and sons Ben, JD and Will approach 200 winners in Australia. Jessica Owers spoke to David about the Lindsay Park resurgence.

SA racing adds nearly $500 million in economic value despite declines in breeding and attendance

South Australia's thoroughbred racing industry contributes almost $500 million to the state’s economy and creates more than 3500 jobs, according to a new report.

Racing’s future not on the agenda for Sandown public hearing

The Sandown Racecourse Advisory Committee received 255 submissions ahead of a public hearing into the Melbourne Racing Club’s plans to redevelop Sandown racecourse, but is not responsible for judging racing’s future at the site.
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