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Kiwi superstar jockey on riding defending Melbourne Cup champion
James McDonald speaks to Michael Guerin ahead of the race that stops the nation.
Melbourne Cup: Michael Guerin's analysis and tips of the race
What's hot and what's not at Flemington in Melbourne tomorrow.
Cruel call for Kiwi owners as Melbourne Cup field revealed
Ladies Man missed a Melbourne Cup start by one place.
'Beautiful soul, loved by so many': Young Kiwi jockey dies after tragic fall during race
The racing industry has been left stunned after an apprentice jockey was killed in a race.
Exclusive: Massive changes for Auckland racing with Avondale track set to close
Auckland's thoroughbred racing is set for its most dramatic and progressive change.
Kiwis know they're up against it at Melbourne Cup
Three NZ representatives face imposing European presence at empty Flemington.
Exclusive: Kiwi racing icon on the day he 'died' for 10 minutes on live TV
His heart stopped, and those watching feared the worst. Initially, they were right.
Racing: Racing must reform or die
Report suggests shutting 20 racetracks and outsourcing TAB to make industry viable.