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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
Jones’s demise as Racing Victoria CEO a lesson in board behaviour
The brutal nature of racing politics in Australia of late speaks to the importance of principal racing authorities and racing clubs having both a strong, independent board and a knowledgeable and accountable executive, writes Bren O’Brien.
‘Patience and planning’ – The challenge that keeps Ciaron Maher coming back to the jumps of Warrnambool
Australia’s leading trainer Ciaron Maher tells Michael Lynch he is never more at home than at the Warrnambool carnival and its iconic jumps races.
NRL Titans owner Rebecca Frizelle joins Racing Queensland board
Racing Minister Grace Grace has named a new Racing Queensland Board, which includes six reappointments and the addition of Rebecca Frizelle.
Gold Coast loses Hollindale Stakes meeting as track debacle continues
The Group 2 Hollindale Stakes meeting will be run at the Sunshine Coast as the Gold Coast course proper remains closed for racing.
Racing NSW lobbied government on Rosehill proposal ahead of public announcement
Peter V’landys met with representatives of the NSW government to express his support for the sale of Rosehill while raising concerns about the Australian Turf Club's board structure weeks before the contentious proposal was announced.
Racing Victoria chief executive Andrew Jones in sudden departure
Racing Victoria chief executive Andrew Jones has resigned with immediate effect with his departure linked to the expected arrival of former AFL boss Gillion McLachlan as chairman.
Wings of destiny - Oaks filly 40 years in the making for Taits
Wings Of Song carries more than just the weight of punters’ expectations as a leading chance in the Australasian Oaks. She carries three generations of pedigree planning for her breeders.