After a debilitating three month shutdown because of equine flu, racing resumes in Sydney and Brisbane tomorrow. But the uncertainty about the industry’s future remains, writes Jeff Wall.
Flu
First Dog on the Moon has the flu
And is not getting the approriate sympathy thankyou very much…
Caulfield Guineas Day feels the equine flu impact
Caulfield Guineas day is generally regarded as one of the best in the Spring Racing Carnival, but tomorrow’s program shows evidence of the impact of equine flu on fields in major races… an impact that is likely to grow in the weeks ahead , writes Jeff Wall.
Tips and rumours
Passing the buck to the EPA. There are some oil recycling facilities in the Rutherford Industrial Estate in Maitland NSW that are emitting putrid stenches and causing illness in locals. Despite repeated reports to the council (these facilities where vigorously objected to by locals in the development phase) and the EPA - nothing has been done. […]
