Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
Silkie bantams and bold ambition – Lindsay Park all part of Bain’s big plans
The newest resident trainer at the famous property at Angaston formerly known as Lindsay Park, Aaron Bain, is not intimidated by what those who came before him have achieved, writes Matt Stewart.
NSW government gives green light for Rosehill sale process to continue
Amid strong industry opposition to the sale of Rosehill, the Australian Turf Club has told members the state government has advanced its unsolicited proposal for a potential sell-off.
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.
'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.
‘Sun on their backs’ - how the Queensland sunshine energises Australia's next stars
The benefit of sending racehorses to Queensland for winter campaigns has stood the test of time for many of Australia’s biggest stables, writes Matt Stewart.
Chief executive Josh Blanksby to quit Melbourne Racing Club
Josh Blanksby has resigned as the chief executive of the Melbourne Racing Club after seven years at the helm.