6+ day, 13+ hour ago   (863+ words) High-frequency betting on racing remains one of the major compliance and responsible gambling concerns of Australia’s corporate bookmakers, with the issue put on the agenda at a recent industry conference. The recent national debate on wagering reform may have had…...

1+ week, 12+ hour ago   (1383+ words) In this week’s Rowe On Monday, Singapore and Macau owners turn their attentions to Australian and New Zealand racing, a weekend double for a Godolphin blue hen, a cause for celebration after a Group 1 win, and a sticky question for…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (236+ words) The ability to protest for overuse of the whip has been removed, with the Racing Australia board resolving to amend the rules of racing. The move, which comes into effect on October 1, was made due to the ambiguity of whip…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (1053+ words) The Railway Stakes has emerged as another battleground in Australian racing’s changing relationship with international authorities and the increasingly exacting standards governing Group 1 status. West Australian racing is taking direct action to protect the Group 1 status of the Railway Stakes,…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (746+ words) Key questions from a budget estimates hearing involving NSW Racing Minister David Harris have been expunged from the record after it was determined that the details provided adverse mention of racing industry figures. A line of questioning surrounding Racing NSW…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (784+ words) New Zealand’s racing codes have joined forces on a sweeping governance review, with an independent board to examine structures, costs and opportunities across thoroughbred and harness racing. New Zealand racing has embarked on its most significant structural overhaul in decades,…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (725+ words) New Zealand racing has gained funding certainty for the new season, but questions remain over prize money at the top end, with New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing yet to finalise some major race purses. The New Zealand thoroughbred industry has secured…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (1570+ words) Experienced racing administrator Helen Sinclair has written a letter to the editor questioning key aspects of the Racing for the Regions program. In early April, Scone Race Club got a rare visit from both the Racing Minister, David Harris, and…...