Racing Industry

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

British Horseracing Authority boss Harrington to leave post

The exodus of leaders in the British thoroughbred industry has continued with British Horseracing Authority chief executive Julie Harrington announcing her resignation.

Ladbrokes adds Geelong to Australian racetrack partnerships

Ladbrokes has expanded its Australian racetrack footprint after reaching a sponsorship agreement with the Geelong Racing Club.

Silkie bantams and bold ambition – Lindsay Park all part of Bain’s big plans

The newest resident trainer at the famous property at Angaston formerly known as Lindsay Park, Aaron Bain, is not intimidated by what those who came before him have achieved, writes Matt Stewart.

NSW government gives green light for Rosehill sale process to continue

Amid strong industry opposition to the sale of Rosehill, the Australian Turf Club has told members the state government has advanced its unsolicited proposal for a potential sell-off.

The lessons of Louisiana and the danger of a rogue state

The walls are going up in American racing after Louisiana went it alone on a more relaxed approach to the medication of thoroughbreds and it is an important lesson for an Australian industry increasingly divided along state lines, writes Bren O’Brien.

'Racing’s my outlet' - Why Ozzie Kheir refuses to mix business with pleasure

Racing will always remain a passionate distraction for prominent owner Ozzie Kheir to escape the pressures of running a successful property development business.

Survival of the fittest - challenges facing Darwin’s iconic Cup carnival

The Darwin Turf Club has fronted the challenges of slow tickets sales and a slowing tourism economy by downsizing hospitality services for its famous Cup carnival.
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