Bren O'Brien

Bren O'Brien

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Bren is the founder and managing editor of The Straight.

Bet Right in wrong as NT regulator issues $13,000 fine

Online bookmaker Bet Right has been fined more than $13,000 for code of conduct breaches in relation to responsible gambling, while the Northern Territory government probes questions about the independence of the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission.

WA’s TABradio next on SEN’s expansion playlist

Having acquired Victorian racing radio station RSN, the Craig Hutchison-led Sports Entertainment Group is set to add the West Australian racing industry’s broadcast assets to its burgeoning portfolio.

Prominent sports and media figure Alexi Baker joins betr board

Betr has appointed two new directors onto its board, with experienced sports and media executive Alexi Baker among those to join.

Ridgmont’s strategic shift - Cunninghams to sell farm but maintain racing and breeding investment

The Cunningham family will put their Hunter Valley property, Ridgmont Farm, up for sale, but have vowed to remain heavily involved in all aspects of the thoroughbred industry.

Precedent problem - Australian Turf Club’s challenge as it seeks to keep administration at bay

Four New South Wales race clubs asked to show-cause in the past by regulator Racing NSW have all been placed into administration, a precedent that the Australian Turf Club will have to overcome when it states its case later this month.

Godolphin Tempted as filly wins Everest nod

Godolphin will chase a piece of Everest history after choosing the three-year-old filly Tempted to run in its slot in the $20 million race.

Trial and error - Purton, Hayes say improvement to come from ‘agitated’ Ka Ying Rising

Hong Kong champion and The Everest’s main drawcard Ka Ying Rising has finished third in a Sydney barrier trial in an important dress rehearsal ahead of his $20 million task on Saturday week.
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