Racing Industry

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

‘Syndicates within syndicates’: The changing face of racehorse ownership

Getting involved in a racehorse isn’t cheap but latest industry statistics show Australian’s appetite for a piece of the action is stronger than ever.

Greg Nichols’ departure leaves three seats to fill on Racing Victoria board

A third vacancy is set to appear on the Racing Victoria board with Greg Nichols to leave at the end of March.

Chris Waller versus legends TJ and Bart at 50

Champion trainer Chris Waller marked a milestone this week with his 50th birthday. How does his incredible haul of 156 Group 1 wins compare to that of legends of the turf Tommy Smith and Bart Cummings? Quite favourably it would appear.

A tale of two PRAs – D-Day settles little in Victoria, NSW power battles

Bren O’Brien examines where things go now in the battle for power in Victorian and NSW racing, with a sudden outbreak of peace looking highly unlikely in either state.

Forecast puts heat on Newmarket Hcp meeting as RV, VRC play waiting game

An abbreviated Newmarket Handicap meeting is likely to start in a morning timeslot with high temperatures tipped for Melbourne.

Southport Tycoon all business in landing Australian Guineas upset

Southport Tycoon has provided Ciaron Maher with a second win in the Australian Guineas at Flemington.

Goulburn hits the jackpot in funding injections for regional NSW racing

Racing NSW will spend $20 million on upgrading nine racecourses across the state with the Goulburn Race Club to receive $9.5 million for a new stable complex.
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