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The latest news from The Straight.
Keenan snapped up by Tabcorp, returns to wagering industry
Former CrownBet executive Nick Keenan has returned to the wagering industry, having been appointed as General Manager of Tabcorp’s Max Gaming division.
Racing’s executive conveyor belt – How V’landys’ long tenure defies a national trend
Peter V’landys’ 21-and-a-half-year tenure as Racing NSW CEO stands in sharp contrast to the merry-go-round of executives through equivalent roles in other states. Bren O’Brien examines the implications of too much or too little change at the top.
Rowe on Tuesday - The aura of racing's spiritual home and the magnificence of Goodwood
After a whirlwind week in the UK, Tim Rowe reflects on time spent in a revered Newmarket and three days at Glorious Goodwood.
Finalists unveiled for Australian Racehorse of the Year
Via Sistina will be a short-priced to claim Australian Racehorse of the Year honours after a dominant 2024/2025 season that included her victory in the Cox Plate.
Tony McEvoy inducted into the SA Thoroughbred Hall of Fame
Leading trainer Tony McEvoy’s career will be celebrated as one of the latest inductees into the South Australian Thoroughbred Hall of Fame.
Picklebet adds Wodonga to race club sponsorship list
Racing Wodonga is the latest Australian thoroughbred club to team up with corporate bookmaker Picklebet after securing a five-year naming rights deal.
Caulfield Guineas winner Griff lands in Tasmania
Caulfield Guineas-winning son of Trapeze Artist, Griff, will kick off his breeding career in Tasmania at Weona Park Stud, after a change of plan saw him on-sold.