James Tzaferis

Legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney has been honoured with the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award at the Australian Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards.

Richmond star Tom Lynch's namesake racehorse Lynch has scored an impressive maiden win after surviving a life-threatening colic battle, with several Tigers teammates involved in ownership.

Nephew of Melbourne Cup-winning trainer David Hall, Hugo Hall-Kahan has earned a second AFL chance after Adelaide selected the Williamstown defender in the mid-season rookie draft.

Luke Cartwright has secured the prized ride on Regal Award in the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap after trainer Phillip Stokes faced a tough search for a jockey capable of making the lightweight 49.5kg.

Matt Laurie believes Grand Omaha can cap a successful campaign with a bold showing in the Queensland Oaks after the filly secured valuable black type during the autumn.

Anthony and Sam Freedman could be sidelined for three months after Racing Victoria urged the Victorian Racing Tribunal to impose a disqualification over raceday treatment charges.

Matt Laurie has a big opinion of Bella Verona and says a Queensland campaign remains possible despite a minor hoof issue interrupting the filly's preparation.

A bomb threat forced an indefinite delay at Sunday's Port Augusta race meeting, with police searching the track before racing resumed later in the day.

Apprentice sensation Luke Cartwright is putting his body on the line to make 49.5kg for Stradbroke contender Regal Award as he chases a breakthrough Group 1 victory.

Brad Rawiller says a unique connection with Rothfire has helped revive both their Group 1 fortunes as they prepare for another shot at glory in the Stradbroke Handicap.