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Marc Lambourne: The ‘joyful anarchy’ of betting lies at racing’s heart
Australian engagement in horse racing is among the best in the world but there is mounting evidence administrators have for too long ignored an existing fan base.
What will be the five biggest stories in breeding and bloodstock in 2024?
As the New Year approaches, The Straight is looking at what will make headlines in each of the major areas of the thoroughbred industry in 2024. The first cab off the rank is the breeding and bloodstock industry.
Rosehill plans leave David Payne contemplating life after racing
Selling off Rosehill racecourse to property developers might not be the only era to end in Sydney racing.
Cranbourne-Pakenham set for 'super club' status following historic vote
The Cranbourne Turf Club and the Pakenham Racing Club will merge to create a 'super club' in southeast Melbourne.
Tabcorp to pay $864 million to extend Victorian wagering licence until 2044
Tabcorp have won the exclusive rights to the Victorian wagering licence for the next 20 years despite stiff competition from the corporate bookmaking sector.
One last piece of Damien Oliver magic delivers astonishing finale in the west
Champion jockey Damien Oliver has bowed out of racing in the best possible way, winning on his final three rides in Perth.
'Madness' - Tasmanian racing gets eighth integrity head in seven years
Tasmania’s trouble-ridden Office Of Racing Integrity (ORI) has appointed its eighth director in the past seven years as the state battles ongoing major integrity issues in all three codes.