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Syndicator Jamie Walter fined over ad

Thursday 25 May 2017, 6:33pm

Racehorse syndicator Jamie Walter has been fined for breaching the rules after a complaint from a rival over an advertisement.  Read more »

Geelong synthetic meetings transferred

Thursday 25 May 2017, 5:48pm

Concerns with the synthetic surface at Geelong have forced two upcoming meetings to be transferred.  Read more »

Corey Brown whip suspension set aside

Thursday 25 May 2017, 5:07pm

Corey Brown's suspension for excessive whip use for his winning ride in the Doomben Cup has been set aside on appeal.  Read more »

Peter and Paul Snowden cautious about Farm

Thursday 25 May 2017, 4:28pm

The Peter and Paul Snowden training partnership is cautious about their chances at Eagle Farm despite having a strong team of runners.  Read more »

Grand step up for Regine at Eagle Farm

Thursday 25 May 2017, 4:07pm

Regine will be giving away age to her Eagle Farm opponents but has the bloodlines to compensate.  Read more »

Decision pending on Lautaro Sandown run

Thursday 25 May 2017, 3:47pm

Options abound for last-start Scone winner Lautaro following his scratching from the McKell Cup at Randwick.  Read more »

Schofield cleared over Canterbury ride

Thursday 25 May 2017, 3:40pm

Jockey Glyn Schofield has been cleared over his tactics on Up 'N' Rolling, the beaten favourite in a race at Canterbury.  Read more »

Ben Currie to continue winning streak

Thursday 25 May 2017, 2:45pm

Trainer Ben Currie is hoping Col 'N' Lil can continue his winning streak by taking the Group Three Lord Mayor's Cup.  Read more »

Music Magnate in tune for Kingsford Smith

Thursday 25 May 2017, 2:38pm

A strong track gallop has indicated Music Magnate will be back to his best in the Kingsford Smith Cup at Eagle Farm after failing in the Doomben 10,000.  Read more »

Richard Of Yorke seeks redemption

Thursday 25 May 2017, 2:36pm

Chris Waller is confident imported stayers Richard Of Yorke and Soviet Courage can atone for underwhelming last starts when they run in the Listed McKell Cup.  Read more »

Stable favourite draws Wilde to Sandown

Thursday 25 May 2017, 2:19pm

Warrnambool trainer Symon Wilde has a soft spot for Gold Medals who will represent his stable in the Australian Steeplechase at Sandown.  Read more »

Byrne gains Capital ride in Group Two race

Thursday 25 May 2017, 11:34am

In-form jockey Jim Byrne has picked up the ride on handy Brisbane youngster Capital Gain in the Group Two BRC Sires' Produce Stakes.  Read more »

Kiwis to feature at Eagle Farm

Thursday 25 May 2017, 11:13am

After a strong 2016 Eagle Farm carnival, New Zealand-trained horses are again expected to race well at the first feature meeting at the track this time around.  Read more »

Callan Murray off the mark in Hong Kong

Thursday 25 May 2017, 7:36am

South African jockey Callan Murray has ridden his first winner in Hong Kong at his second meeting.  Read more »

German-bred import ready for Sandown debut

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 4:59pm

Lightly raced German-bred import Global Gentl is set to make his Australian debut at Sandown.  Read more »

Double success for Darren Beadman

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 4:49pm

Godolphin trainer Darren Beadman has notched a second successive training double at Canterbury.  Read more »

Jeff Lloyd sets Queensland riding record

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 4:44pm

Jeff Lloyd's win aboard the Toby Edmonds-trained Prontezza has helped him set a Queensland record.  Read more »

Listed ambition delay for Machinegun Jubs

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 3:30pm

Wet weather in Brisbane has stymied Machinegun Jubs' Queensland winter carnival ambitions as the mare seeks sounder footing at Randwick.  Read more »

Hallowed Crown sparked Godolphin interest

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 3:19pm

The win of Hallowed Crown in the Golden Rose put James Cummings on the radar as a potential Godolphin trainer.  Read more »

Lipizzan breaks duck with convincing win

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 3:03pm

Gary Portelli says two-year-old filly Lipizzan can step up to Saturday company after recording her maiden win at the Canterbury midweek meeting.  Read more »

Marlo Man furthers jumps career at Sandown

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 2:53pm

Marlo Man is chasing a feature jumps win when he lines up in the Australian Steeplechase at Sandown.  Read more »

Clearly a case for Stradbroke

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 2:34pm

Clearly Innocent can make certain he gets a start in the Stradbroke Handicap by racing well in the Group One Kingsford Smith Cup.  Read more »

Allergic primed for McKell Cup challenge

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 1:55pm

Godolphin trainer Darren Beadman believes Allergic can turn consistent form into a black-type win in the McKell Cup at Randwick.  Read more »

Sharp Speedo punt pays off

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 1:05pm

Trainer Chris Anderson's punt to pay up a second Queensland Oaks nomination for Sharp Speedo has been franked by the filly's victory at Ipswich.  Read more »

Hopfgarten beats the ballot blues

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 12:30pm

Hopfgarten has easily made the field for Saturday's Kingsford Smith Cup after a scare he might be balloted out.  Read more »

Queensland cadet steward resigns

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 12:23pm

A cadet steward in Queensland has resigned after allegedly mishanding a swab document.  Read more »

Proven Thoroughbreds invite you to their Open Day

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 11:26am

The John Thompson stable is aesthetically the best setting at Randwick. High above the course with great views, plenty of trees, air flow through the spacious boxes, outdoor yards and astonishingly quiet for an inner-city location.  Read more »

Prime Dispatch 24/5/2017

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 11:24am

This week's Prime Dispatch compiled by Joe O'Neill  Read more »

Mosse to ride for new racing concern

Wednesday 24 May 2017, 5:58am

Melbourne Cup-winning jockey Gerald Mosse will be the retained rider for Phoenix Thoroughbreds.  Read more »

Trainer Pat Carey to face RAD Board

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 6:07pm

Mornington trainer Pat Carey has a date with the Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board after being charged with misconduct.  Read more »

Lindsay Park chasing winning numbers

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 5:52pm

As one of only three stables to achieve the 300 winner mark in a season, Lindsay Park is hoping to again achieve the feat.  Read more »

Broadside could give McKell a wide berth

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 5:37pm

Progressive stayer Broadside appears unlikely to back up from his Rosehill win in the Listed McKell Cup at Randwick.  Read more »

Gelded Lizard on the comeback trail

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 4:58pm

Lizard Island has come through his comeback trial at Cranbourne in good order as trainer Pat Hyland looks towards a spring campaign.  Read more »

Under The Thumb hikes to Highway

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 2:45pm

Tamworth-based gelding Under The Thumb will make his city debut in a Highway Handicap at Randwick on Saturday.  Read more »

Weir a big player in feature jumps race

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 12:17pm

Besides the big races in Queensland, leading trainer Darren Weir is expected to be a key player in the feature jumps races at Sandown.  Read more »

Godolphin appoint James Cummings as Head Trainer in Australia

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 12:14pm

Godolphin have appointed James Cummings as the global operation’s Head Trainer in Australia.   Read more »

Portelli looking to life after Rebel Dane

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 11:50am

Gary Portelli won't be able to replace Rebel Dane who has a new home at stud but hopes his younger sister can show some of the dual Group One winner's talent.  Read more »

Neil Wilson becomes interim VRC CEO

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 11:37am

The honorary treasurer of the VRC, Neil Wilson, has stepped into the role of interim chief executive following the resignation of Simon Love.  Read more »

Inglis to hold Turungga Farm Unreserved Dispersal

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 11:19am

Inglis is proud to announce it will be conducting a dispersal sale of one of Australia’s leading thoroughbred studs, Turangga Farm, on Sunday July 23.  Read more »

James Cummings joins Godolphin

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 7:15am

James Cummings has been confirmed as head trainer for Godolphin Australia, replacing John O'Shea.  Read more »

Solow retired by trainer Freddy Head

Tuesday 23 May 2017, 7:07am

Trainer Freddy Head has announced the retirement of champion miler Solow.  Read more »

Brisbane now a target for Black Heart Bart

Monday 22 May 2017, 5:28pm

Black Heart Bart has pulled up well from his unplaced run in Adelaide and is now heading to Brisbane for the Kingsford-Smith Cup.  Read more »

Kiwis ready to pounce in Premier's Cup

Monday 22 May 2017, 5:24pm

New Zealand stayers Benzini and Chocante are ready to show what they are made of in the Premier's Cup at Eagle Farm.  Read more »

Simon Morrish steps up for caretaker role

Monday 22 May 2017, 5:06pm

With Matt Cumani about to start a suspension, fellow Ballarat trainer Simon Morrish will take over in a caretaker role.  Read more »

Lautaro to stake claim in McKell Cup

Monday 22 May 2017, 4:22pm

Country-trained Lautaro will take on the city horses again in the McKell Cup after a stellar performance at Scone.  Read more »

Wells ready for jumps return at Sandown

Monday 22 May 2017, 4:12pm

Connections of Wells will be hoping to go one better when Wells makes his return to jumping in the Australian Steeplechase at Sandown.  Read more »

Snitzel sets new 2yo winners record

Monday 22 May 2017, 3:32pm

May has been a terrific month for Snitzel.   Read more »

Another record looming for Jeff Lloyd

Monday 22 May 2017, 1:42pm

Premier Brisbane jockey Jeff Lloyd is set to create another record this week as he chases Chris Munce's Queensland total.  Read more »

Miss Cover Girl to finish on a high

Monday 22 May 2017, 1:12pm

Group One winner Miss Cover Girl is set to finish her career with a win in the Glenlogan Park Stud Stakes on Saturday.  Read more »

No surgery for injured Regan Bayliss

Monday 22 May 2017, 12:22pm

Regan Bayliss is likely to be on the sidelines for six weeks with a fractured wrist but has escaped surgery.  Read more »