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Ole Kirk's promising start continues as O'Ole wins Magic Millions Wyong 2YO Classic
Top college vows to get stronger after scrapping Equine Business course
Marcus Oldham College's Equine Business Management course graduate list includes trainers Henry Dwyer and Cliff Brown, as well as bloodstock managers Brett Gilding (Inglis) and Will Bourne (Ciaron Maher Racing). So, its decision to discontinue this program after 45 years was certainly not an easy one. But with a proud history, the college still has a lot to look forward to, as The Thoroughbred Report investigates.
December 12th 2024
Dogs Gone: New Zealand bans greyhound racing from 2026
New Zealand has announced a ban on greyhound racing, effective July 2026, raising concerns for the thoroughbred racing community. The decision could set a precedent for future challenges to thoroughbred racing. We spoke to veterinarian and breeder Dr Donald Arthur, who shared his worries about the potential impact on the industry.
December 12th 2024
Fabulous foals: the crop of 2024
Exceptional pedigrees and striking types stand out among the top foals of 2024. We caught up with breeders and stud staff to hear their top picks from this year's exciting arrivals.
December 11th 2024
Sectionally Speaking: Stakes glory on the horizon for Miss Roumbini and Private Harry
Group 1 racing is done for 2024 with punters focusing on 2-year-old racing as the Magic Millions carnival looms. We’re also looking for a 3-year-old that’s bursting onto the scene to claim some lower hanging fruit post carnival but might be carnival standard. So, here’s what I’ve found over the past week searching well beyond the usual Saturday metro meetings in Sydney and Melbourne.
December 11th 2024
The work that goes on to keep The Pinnacles at the top of Aussie racing
Perth Racing CEO James Oldring may not have the top-tier facilities of Flemington or the massive prizemoney of Randwick’s The Everest, but his unwavering commitment to ensuring everyone involved in The Pinnacles Carnival – from spectators to stable staff to racetrack officials – is well looked after has played a major role in the carnival’s success.
December 11th 2024
Hong Kong's rising star: Ka Ying Rising; the journey from a $500 mare to the world stage
Ka Ying Rising (NZ) (Shamexpress {NZ}) was already the talk of the town after his stunning record breaking victory at Group 2 level at Sha Tin three weeks ago and he is now a deserved Group 1 winner having shone at Sunday's Hong Kong International Race meeting. The Thoroughbred Report had a chat with his trainer David Hayes, his jockey Zac Purton and his breeder Fraser Auret.
December 10th 2024
Changes to the scoping grading system for Inglis, Magic Millions and New Zealand Bloodstock
All three major sales companies in Australia and New Zealand have announced a change to the endoscope grading system at sales. In 2025, Inglis, Magic Millions, and New Zealand Bloodstock will move to the Havemeyer 7-point grading system.
December 10th 2024
‘There’s a huge appeal for mares in foal to him right now’: Sheridan excited for The Southern Hemisphere Session
Tattersalls has launched its Online December Sale, headlined by the Southern Hemisphere Session featuring eight mares (after one withdrawal) in foal to Too Darn Hot. The bidding will open at 9pm AEDT on December 11 and will conclude at 9pm AEDT December 12. TTR AusNZ spoke to Katherine Sheridan to find out more.
December 10th 2024
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