Jessica Owers
Total 45 Posts
Entain, NZ racing initiatives hailed as a ‘game-changer’ ahead of Karaka sale
On the eve of New Zealand Bloodstock’s National Yearling Sale, there is a sense of optimism around the nation that racing is about to turn the corner.
How ‘a few mad Queenslanders’ created a piece of racing Magic
Almost four decades since the Magic Millions concept came to life, the sales and attached race series are entrenched in the Australian thoroughbred industry.
Award triumph for Maurice gives national pony racing series a lifeline
A financial windfall for winning the National Racing Woman of the Year award could not have come at a better time for one of the industry's most respected educators.
Scott banks on wagering pedigree to help protect industry revenue streams
Jason Scott has been Racing Queensland’s boss for less than a year. And while he admits some parts of his role have been an eye-opener, the married father of two is up for the challenge, writes Jessica Owers.
Fresh but proven - Wootton Bassett in rare air as Australian yearlings make sales debut
The debut of the first Australian-bred crop of proven European sire Wootton Bassett looms as one of the more intriguing aspects of the Magic Millions Yearling Sale.
The green breeder - Three Bridges' fresh approach
Three Bridges Thoroughbreds is committed to showing a clean set of heels to almost everyone else when it comes to sustainable, carbon-savvy practice.
A Star was born - Denise Martin's remarkable racing journey
Denise Martin and Star Thoroughbreds have been a fixture of Australian racing for 30 years. As Jessica Owers found out, such longevity has had its secret weapons, namely good grace, fine manners and red lipstick.