Wacky scenes at iconic Aussie race
As revheads descend on Bathurst for Australia’s great endurance race, diehard fans have taken advantage of the weather to have a bit of fun. SEE THE PICTURES.
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Kembla preview: Kazotsky ready to kick up his heels with a win
Kazotsky felt the pinch late on testing ground last start but trainer Edward O’Rourke expects the gelding to be much better this time out on a quick back-up.
Town smashed by 69mm of rain in 30min
One Gold Coast town has been absolutely battered by rain overnight, recording a staggering 69mm in just 30 minutes.
State braces for severe thunderstorms
Residents of one state have been warned of damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rain amid a severe weather warning.
Rain only concern for Moody filly at Flemington
Talented filly Eneeza has one box left to tick this spring when she begins her campaign in the Group 2 Danehill Stakes at Flemington on Saturday.
Millions to be battered by severe storms
One state is set to experience severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and destructive winds as two large weather systems move across the country.
Surprise reason for Aussies’ spending
August’s retail trade figures have revealed higher-than-expected growth, with experts putting it down to one surprising factor.
Surprise reason for Aussies’ spending
August’s retail trade figures have revealed higher-than-expected growth, with experts putting it down to one surprising factor.
State warned of possible record-breaking rain
September records could be broken in one state as the country prepares for even more rain across the week.
State cops 110mm drenching overnight
One Aussie state has copped a 110mm drenching from wild weather overnight, withsimilar soakings to come.
Arctic Glamour needs dry weather to show best
Arctic Glamour has her home track and good barrier in her favour in the Group 2 Golden Pendant but needs the weather to improve.
Heavy rain, large swells to smash Aus coast
Millions of Australians have been warned to brace for more rain and thunderstorms, as parts of the country shiver through snow and winter-like temperatures.
Decision looms on Daggers’ final Guineas audition
Sydney will be too wet for Daggers but trainers Natalie Young and Trent Busuttin have a decision to make when it comes to the final Caulfield Guineas lead-up for the exciting colt.
‘Melting’ phenomenon could hit Aussie state
Temperatures are set to plummet across much of the country amid warnings of wild weather, with one state even told it could see unexpected snowfall.
‘Impassible’: Rain warning for drivers
Much of the country is set to be hit by a heavy rain band, with some areas expected to be cut off by up to 150mm of rain in a single day.
Home truths Aussies may regret
An alarming number of Australians don’t prepare their homes for extreme weather, something they may regret given this forecast.
Big change to Aussie ice-cream favourite
A legendary ice-cream maker has launched a new creation to its beloved stable of treats just in time for the warmer weather.
Millions lashed by ‘damaging’ winds
Wild weather has triggered warnings for millions of residents, with a woman losing her life after a tree branch fell on her.
THE LAST SAY: Via Sistina ‘better when it’s raining’, Waller warns rivals
Via Sistina fans shouldn’t be worried about wet weather at Flemington, trainer Chris Waller says, as Storm Boy and Joliestar headline racing at Rosehill Gardens. Get Ray Thomas’s tips late mail for racing right around Australia today.
Millions brace for sudden weather change
Millions of Aussies are bracing for chilly winds and forecasts of showers, hail and snow in what’s been called a “shock to the system” by meteorologists.
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