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The lessons of Louisiana and the danger of a rogue state
The walls are going up in American racing after Louisiana went it alone on a more relaxed approach to the medication of thoroughbreds and it is an important lesson for an Australian industry increasingly divided along state lines, writes Bren O’Brien.
Albanese defends ongoing delay on gambling advertising reform
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists reform of gambling promotion is important to his government despite a 12-month delay in implementing the parliament’s recommendations.
'Racing’s my outlet' - Why Ozzie Kheir refuses to mix business with pleasure
Racing will always remain a passionate distraction for prominent owner Ozzie Kheir to escape the pressures of running a successful property development business.
Survival of the fittest - challenges facing Darwin’s iconic Cup carnival
The Darwin Turf Club has fronted the challenges of slow tickets sales and a slowing tourism economy by downsizing hospitality services for its famous Cup carnival.
‘Unprecedented opportunity’ - sharing the ride in Zoustar’s climb to the top
Qatar Bloodstock will offer a lifetime share in Widden Stud’s champion sire Zoustar as part of Inglis Digital’s next online sale.
Riverstone Lodge filly leads final-day buying at Magic Millions National Yearling Sale
A Zoustar filly from the stakes-winning mare Hell Or Highwater has sold for $260,000 as selling came to an end at the Magic Millions National Yearling Sale.
How a land tax loss could change Godolphin Australia’s path
A High Court Appeal defeat has cost Godolphin over $1 million in land tax and may precipitate a change of business model for the global powerhouse in Australia.