Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

Total 1447 Posts
Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

WorkCover subsidy scheme to ease financial burden on Victorian trainers

An additional 1 per cent levy on prizemoney will fund a Racing Victoria subsidy scheme aimed at reducing WorkCover expenses for trainers.

What will be the five biggest racing industry stories in 2024?

The Australian racing industry's biggest newsmakers this year seem certain to dominate the headlines again in 2024.

What will be the five biggest stories to watch in the wagering space for 2024?

Economic headwinds will present serious challenges for Australian racing's wagering service providers in 2024.

Made by Maher, Eustace now set to fulfil destiny in racing's cauldron

The confirmation that David Eustace will take up a trainer’s contract in Hong Kong poses two key questions, writes Bren O’Brien.

David Eustace to join Hong Kong training ranks in 2024

Australia's most successful training partnership will come to an end with David Eustace confirming he will leave Ciaron Maher Racing and take up a position in Hong Kong.

PointsBet shake-up: CFO to depart, CPO role axed after US withdrawal

Alister Lui will replace Andrew Mellor as PointsBet group chief financial offer, effective from March.

Up-and-coming stayer Kosgei off to Hong Kong after record online sale

Untapped Kosgei has been sold to Hong Kong interests after the well-related three-year-old was offered for sale during an online auction.
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