Melbourne Cup possibilities almost halved after first acceptances

Sixty-six horses remain in the running for the $10 million Melbourne Cup following the first declaration stage.

Outside gate for Autumn Glow in Epsom Handicap

Unbeaten Autumn Glow has drawn the outside barrier in the $1.5 million Epsom Handicap as she chases her first Group 1 win.

Resolute's Stewart taken by Goffs session-topping Blue Point colt

Resolute Racing's John Stewart, best-known in Australia for the horse he didn't buy, made a splash on the opening day of the Goffs Orby Sale in Ireland this week.

Rourke elevated to RV deputy chair

Tim Rourke has been appointed as Deputy Chair of Racing Victoria, only 15 months after he was first appointed to the board.

VRC selects breeder and businessman Peter Murray to join board

Peter Murray, the current president of Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria and founder of Australian menswear label Blazer, has joined the Victoria Racing Club board.

Racing NSW extends show-cause deadline for embattled Australian Turf Club

Racing NSW has agreed to an Australian Turf Club request for an extension in response to a show-cause notice from the regulator.

Racing Queensland weathers turnover troubles to post a $34.4 million profit

As Queensland racing awaits a major strategic reset from the anticipated state government review into racing, the state’s racing regulator has recorded a $34.4 million profit for the 2024/25 financial year.
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