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OTI Gazette | Issue 61

In a busy 61st edition of the OTI Gazette, we sit down with TBA & Aushorse CEO, Tom Reilly to learn more about the international ‘voice’ for Australia’s thoroughbred industry.

We give our take on the recently released report titled ‘A Framework for Thoroughbred Welfare’, assess our weekend runners, Matt Stewart discusses the legacy of Choisir and we introduce a new acquisition, Notes.

A CONVERSATION WITH TOM REILLY

“The prize money here in Australia is astounding – we now have 72 races worth $1 million or more – but I have concerns whether we have enough investment in strategies that secure the long-term future of racing and breeding. For example, where is the national strategy to ensure we have enough staff to support the industry?”


NATIONAL APPROACH REQUIRED TO ENSURE PROTECTION OF RETIRED RACEHORSES

If there is one issue in racing where a national, coordinated effort is required, it is horse welfare. On one hand, it is the issue that can help ensure the industry’s future. Alternatively, it can lay the foundations for the sport’s demise.”