Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

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Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

A bookie, a breeder and a business opportunity

At the start of 2024, wagering company Entain and Newgate Stud Farm joined forces to build a new Australian racehorse ownership model.

Darren Weir cleared on corruption charges over use of ‘jigger’

The Victorian Racing Tribunal has found Darren Weir not guilty of corruption in relation to his use of a ‘jigger’ on three racehorses.

Ramdhani resigns as Gold Coast track manager, replaces Ross at Australian Turf Club

The Australian Turf Club has appointed former racecourse general manager Nevesh Ramdhani as head of its racing and wagering division.

Service fees for established Vinery stallions stay the same

Vinery Stud says giving breeders every chance for a return on investment is behind its decision to keep 2024 stallion fees in check.

Too Darn Hot gets major fee hike as Darley introduces four new faces

Darley has backed in its star young stallion Too Darn Hot, more than doubling his service fee ahead of the 2024 Australian breeding season.

Newgate reduces stallion fees to meet market as 2024 roster expands

Newgate will introduce three new sires in 2024 amid fee reductions for most of its stallion roster.

Smaller bookies on the wane as Punters Pal joins recent closures

Online bookmaker Punters Pal is the latest wagering firm to close amid difficult times for small-scale operators.
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