Bren O'Brien
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The $63 million question - Victoria slashes expectations on POCT-related revenue again
The Victorian government's initial projections on raising the Point Of Consumption Tax were for revenue of $462 million in the first year. The actual number will be $63 million less than that, causing headaches for a racing industry that now gets half of POCT proceeds.
Nothing is Inevitable in the heat of the Tasmanian Summer Racing Festival
The start of the 2024/25 Tasmanian Summer has seen a look into the past and the future and paints a fascinating picture for the upcoming two months of feature racing.
VRC members maintain the faith with board despite $24 million loss
The Victoria Racing Club board will remain unchanged with directors Neil Werrett, Sophie O’Kane and Michael Ramsden all re-elected for another term at Tuesday’s annual general meeting.
New Zealand foal crop holding firm as breeders apply sharper commercial lens
While Australian foal numbers are on the decline, the foal crop in New Zealand is expected to remain steady in 2025 at around 3000, based on the impressions of the major studs from the 2024 season.
Run The Numbers - The state(s) of the nation
The recent release of the Racing Australia Fact Book allows us to compare the role Australia’s six states and two territories play in the national thoroughbred landscape. This week’s Run The Numbers looks at each state’s contribution.
Local talent leads the way in select Magic Millions Perth catalogue
Magic Millions has compiled a 350-lot catalogue for its 2025 Perth Yearling Sale after whittling it down from over 600 entries.
Entain to front Federal Court over allegations of “serious and systemic non-compliance”
One of Australia’s biggest wagering companies could face significant penalties over allegations of non-compliance with Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.