Racing Victoria’s annual general meeting on Monday revealed $1.9 million had been spent instigating and defending cobalt charges against several prominent trainers. When one considers that total statewide turnover for the industry is $5.5 billion, the cost to ensure it operates according to the highest levels of integrity and transparency is money well spent.
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Big break for Heartbreak City in Melbourne Cup
Colourful racing identity is not a phrase heard quite so often on Australian racetracks these days as the big stables have become slicker and more professional. Image and “brand awareness” have become essential elements for success.
Victoria Derby 2016: Hugh Bowman says 'luck' a big factor in super record in three-year-old classic
Hugh Bowman hadn’t ridden two of his three Victoria Derby winners before the three-year-old classic. He is desperately hoping history will repeat again this year.
International Cricket Council looking at revamp of calendar
Australia will play fewer one-day internationals under a radical restructure of the international calendar being considered by the ICC aimed at adding greater context to limited overs games.
Melbourne Cup 2016: John Wheeler to run Pentathlon in Lexus Stakes despite almost being assured of Cup start
John Wheeler might still be recovering from Veandercross’s near miss in the Caulfield-Melbourne cups double of 1992, but his old school methods haven’t waned as he stands on the brink of squeezing into this year’s race.
Melbourne Cup horses getting last check-up
Racing Victoria veterinary surgeons have spent the past two days travelling across Victoria examining the 32 runners in contention for this year’s $6.2 million Melbourne Cup.
James Sutherland refuses to guarantee cricketers' pay model
Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland has refused to publicly endorse the ongoing set-percentage revenue-sharing model with players, potentially setting the stage for another fiery pay war.
Bruce Kamau could return for Melbourne City amidst brutal schedule
Melbourne City face their third high-profile game in seven days when they host champions Adelaide United on Friday night and flying winger Bruce Kamau could be one of several fresh faces in the line-up.
Melbourne Cup 2016: Bart Cummings' influence could help Godolphin break their Melbourne Cup drought
Bart Cummings’ most trusted lieutenant Reg Fleming is part of the Godolphin team trying to break the boys in blue’s Melbourne Cup hoodoo with favourite Hartnell.
Ellyse Perry hopes NSW Breakers will pave the way for women's professional sport
Ellyse Perry believes the sky is the limit for women’s sport in Australia following the NSW Breakers’ pay deal.