Racing

Regional appeal strong as southern states see migration growth: RAI, CBA

Contributor, ARR.News - 19 January 2026

Queensland’s Sunshine Coast remains the perennial favourite, but cooler climates are proving popular, with Tasmania and regional Victoria appealing to more Australians looking for a change ... “We are seeing interesting moves in the southern states with Victoria’s Wodonga seeing the strongest annual net migration growth, while three Tassie spots Latrobe, Devonport and Huon Valley – ranked second to fourth.

Nhill Boxing Day races

Emily Gladdis, Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times - 7 January 2026

The Nhill & District Racing Club celebrated a wonderful day on Boxing Day at the DMD Nhill Cup ... Just over 1100 people flocked to the Nhill Racecourse for the annual Boxing Day race meeting. The Paul Preusker trained Sirius Black won the feature race of the day, the DMD Nhill Cup with Harry Grace riding.

Omnia shines as Linke family’s draft gamble pays off

Yorke Peninsula Country Times - 23 December 2025

Graham Fischer. The victory of Omnia at Globe Derby Park ... justified owner Tara-Shae Linke's bold decision to pair her mare Consica with the American stallion Volstead...

Harry heads towards a thousand

Contributor, The Buloke Times - 5 December 2025

Quill. Tuesday's mid-week meeting at Donald and District Race Club was one that reminded me of the perks of my job as the local race reporter; what a glorious day ... There was a buzz of excitement around the grounds with Harry Coffey's win total sitting at 997 prior to the first of his eight races on the day.

The importance of rural racing – support the Hay Races

Kimberly Grabham, Back Country Bulletin - 24 November 2025

Country racing is absolutely vital to the entire racing industry, according to Michael Bailey, and events like the Hay Cup play a role that extends far beyond a single day's entertainment. Bailey, who has spent nearly 40 years working in country racing across multiple clubs, believes rural race meetings are essential to the fabric of regional communities and the future of thoroughbred racing in Australia.

Fashions fight windy weather – Gallopers not the only winners

Contributor, The Buloke Times - 21 November 2025

Quill. On Sunday, November 16, Donald and District Racing Club hosted its annual Cup Day celebrations in challenging four-seasons-in-one-day conditions ... Despite the wind and rain later on in the day, a supportive crowd arrived dressed in their finest in cup day fashion, or otherwise comfortably cosy for the conditions.

Wyche Cup Day’s winning style

The Buloke Times - 4 November 2025

Pamela Harrington's smile says it all as the Elders Mt. Wycheproof and District Cup Day unfolded in perfect weather last Saturday. Pamela's black and white ensemble showcased the traditional monochrome colours of Derby Day and later caught the judges' eyes during the Fashions on the Field.

Kokoro wins Mt. Wycheproof Cup

The Buloke Times - 4 November 2025

Wycheproof could not have asked for more glorious weather than that which shone upon its Cup Day celebrations on Derby Day in the Country ... The racing surface was pristine! Some said it was the best they’d ever seen it, and rated a good 4, it raced well and looked about as lush as grass could look in the drier conditions of the season.

National Thoroughbred Week opens the gates to Australia and New Zealand’s rural horse industry

Contributor, ARR.News - 27 October 2025

From the thunder of The Everest to the tradition of the Melbourne Cup, Thoroughbreds dominate headlines every spring. But beyond the racetrack lies a vast rural industry - one built on land, livestock, and the dedicated care of thousands of regional Australians and New Zealanders. This November, the public is being invited to see that world for themselves.

Belvedere Boys set to strike in Port Cup on Friday

Rod Fuller - 9 October 2025

With recent placings in metropolitan feature races under his belt, the stage is set for Belvedere Boys to claim the major prize in the $200,000 Carlton Dry 3.5 per cent Port Macquarie Cup on an outstanding day of racing action at Port on Friday.

Burnout master wins on USA track

Narrandera Argus - 2 October 2025

Narrandera's Burnout Master Jake Myers Sicko machine has had great success in the United States of America over the past four months. Narrandera's Burnout Master Jake Myers has finished a very successful four months with a WIN at Ice Cream Cruise USA 2025, an achievement he said he will never forget.

Del and Walter find their happy place in dressage ring

Fran Cleland, The Regional - 26 September 2025

Experienced event rider Delwyn Ogilvy and her current mount, Walter, are proving that in the sport of equestrian, age is just a number. Walter, a Thoroughbred who raced as Bonny Ezra, only came off-the- track about eight months ago after 56 starts and winning more than $500,000 in prize money.

Off and racing

Contributor, The Koondrook and Barham Bridge Newspaper - 4 September 2025

Gunbower Racing Club is taking a big punt on itself – and the payoff would be huge. But more for Gunbower Lions Club and Echuca Regional Health’s Wellbeing Centre, because there’s $50,000 up for grabs as part of the 2025 Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour National Sweep.

Country race clubs need fair treatment on cancellations

Kimberly Grabham, Back Country Bulletin - 2 September 2025

Country race meetings are the heartbeat of regional Australia. Unlike city races where only a small percentage of people attend, country race days see entire towns turn out to support their local event.

“Times” tops Country Racing’s media award

The Buloke Times - 26 August 2025

Country Racing Victoria held its 2024/2025 awards night at the Melbourne convention centre on Saturday, August 23, where the “Buloke Times” was honoured to be named winner of the Jack Styring Country Racing Media award.

Bong Bong Picnic Races, 21 November 2025

Contributor, ARR.News - 22 August 2025

There’s something magical about the Bong Bong Picnic Race Day—a spirited blend of heritage, heart, and high-stakes fun that draws crowds from across the Highlands and beyond. This year, the beloved event is galloping into exciting new territory, with fresh features that promise to make Race Day 2025 the most memorable yet.

Track record at Charlton Trots

The Buloke Times - 15 August 2025

Peter Hibberd. Even though it was only a 6-race program at Charlton... it will go down in history, as the track record for a mile rate was broken not only once, but twice ... the two horses that broke that time are trained by the powerful Emma Stewart stable.

Tom Lee to be honoured at final Narrandera race meeting for season

Narrandera Argus - 14 August 2025

It is very appropriate that the Narrandera Race Club Community race meeting on Saturday is sponsored by the Narrandera Ex-servicemans Club and named the TC Lee OAM Memorial meeting ... The Lee racing heritage has continued on with his wife Gwen an ongoing active supporter and this year his granddaughter Cassie Jess did an outstanding job with organising and coordinating the club's Fashions extravaganza on Cup Day.

Race club makes final field

Mark Collins, Corryong Courier - 7 August 2025

The Towong Turf Club has been shortlisted for a Country Racing Victoria (CRV) award in recognition of the success of its annual cup meeting. Four club awards will be announced at a gala ceremony on Saturday August 23rd celebrating the best club and community club throughout the past season, as well as the events of the year at both club and community club level.

Ramornie History sealed with a kiss

Emma Pritchard, Clarence Valley Independent - 23 July 2025

Australian racing history was created in Grafton during the 2025 XXXX July Racing Carnival when trainer Jeff Dunn and jockey Rikki Jamieson turned the Grafton District Services Club (GDSC) Ramornie Handicap into a true family affair after they combined to win the time-honoured 1200m sprint with newly purchased stable star Sha Of Gomer.

Top class racing and fashions at Cup

Narrandera Argus - 17 July 2025

Sean Cunningham. Canberra trainer Luke Pepper combined with jockey Rebecca Bronett Prag to emerge triumphant with Hot Bandit ($4.60) in last Sunday's Community Bank - Big Dance Eligibility Narrandera Showcase Cup race.

Glenn Cahill steals the show at Port on Saturday

Rod Fuller - 14 July 2025

A peach ride from Glenn Cahill aboard Chilling highlighted a successful day of thoroughbred action on Fisher’s Plumbing Plus Race Day at Port Macquarie on Saturday. Cahill commenced his riding career at Coffs Harbour under the watchful eye of Jim and Kris Jarvis before relocating to the southern districts and this has resulted in great success in honing his skills and confidence.

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