Bren O'Brien
Total 1447 Posts
'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.
How Sydney’s on-course bookies are railing against a changing wagering market
A wagering platform that brings the best odds available from the racetrack betting ring to punters' fingertips has been introduced in the hope that it can reinvigorate on-course bookmaking.
Federal crossbench moves to ban gambling advertising
Federal parliament crossbenchers, frustrated by the Albanese government’s lack of progress of gambling advertising reform, have introduced a Private Member’s Bill which would ban all advertising of online gambling.
Select neglect – Australia’s Japanese obsession yet to stretch to yearlings and foals
The connection between the Japanese and Australian thoroughbred industries may be building, but when it comes to buying bloodstock from the JRHA Select Sale, Australians are happy to keep their hands in their pockets.
Magic Millions shakes up its breeze-up sale
Three-year-olds will now feature at Magic Millions’ Horses in Training Sale alongside unraced two-year-olds in a major shift from the sales company to re-invigorate the format.
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.