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Australian handicapping changes for 2026

THE Handicapping Rules Review Committee (HRRC) recommended changes to the Australian Handicapping Rules, particularly the National Ratings Based Handicapping System have been passed by the HRA members. The Australian Handicapping Rules that will come into effect on 1 January 2026, can be viewed here. After extensive consultation with industry over

Draft boosted by trotting entrants

Draft boosted by trotting entrants

THE catalogue for the 2026 Australian Pacing Gold Melbourne Yearling Sale, to be held on Sunday, February 15 at Oaklands Junction, has been further boosted with the 12-strong contingent of trotting bred youngsters going up for auction. The draft is spearheaded by three colts and two fillies from the first

Positive signs in HRV financial report

Positive signs in HRV financial report

HARNESS Racing Victoria has made significant strides in its transformation to financial sustainability, which are outlined in today’s release of the 2024-25 Annual Report. The HRV group’s performance represented a $14.2 million improvement year-on-year before operational grants, having achieved year two of its turnaround program and on