Dear Members,  It’s an exciting time for Queensland racing, with Queensland based horses continuing to make their presence felt on the national stage and showcasing the strength and depth of our industry. Over recent weeks we’ve seen Queensland owned and trained runners competing on the highest stage in Sydney and Melbourne, reinforcing the growing confidence in our local form and the quality of horses being trained in Queensland.  This weekend we see trainers such as Tony Go

Dear Members,  As we begin a new year, the QTOA remains firmly focused on advocating for owners as the Queensland racing industry moves from review to implementation.  A key priority is our upcoming meeting with Mary Collier, who has recently been appointed by Racing Queensland to play a central role in implementing the State Government’s The Next Lap plan for the future of racing in Queensland. This meeting represents an important opportunity for owners to engage directly in

Dear Members, The Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association welcomes the Queensland Government’s release of The Next Lap: A plan for the future of Queensland racing, marking the conclusion of a long-awaited review process and the beginning of a new phase for our industry. For participants, and particularly owners, this review has been closely watched. With the Government’s response now clearly articulated, the focus must shift from consultation and review to delivery and imp

Dear Members, The QTOA Board will gather with members, guests and commercial partners to celebrate the year that has been at our QTOA Owner’s Christmas celebration at the Gold Coast Turf Club’s Silks Under The Stars race meeting on Friday evening December 19. The night will provide a great way to say thanks to all our partners and members for their ongoing support as well as taking in a fantastic evening of night racing, live entertainment along with a food and beverage packa

Dear Members, The Queensland racing industry recently came together to celebrate its finest achievers at the Queensland Racing Awards, an event that highlighted the exceptional talent, dedication and love for the horse that underpin our sport. On behalf of the Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association, I extend our warmest congratulations to all award winners and nominees. Your success is a testament to the passion, commitment, and professionalism that drive excellence acros

Dear Members, As the Queensland racing industry awaits the outcomes from the soon to be delivered Queensland Racing Review, the...

Dear Members, The QTOA has been involved in recent industry discussions around proposed changes to the Pattern and Black Type racing....

Dear Members, Representatives from the QTOA attended a key meeting with Racing Queensland and stakeholders last week to discuss...

The Queensland finalists for next year’s Queensland Off-The-Track Cup Final have been confirmed. The third annual Final will be held on...

Dear Members, In recent weeks, the Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association (QTOA) has been actively engaged in key advocacy matters on...

A retired racehorse that is similar to a ‘Formula One car’ may not sound like he has the best temperament to make the transition to the...

Dear Members, The QTOA held a productive meeting with Queensland Racing Review Thoroughbred lead Kym Daily this month as we further...

Dear Members, The QTOA will this month meet with Queensland Racing Review Chair Matt McGrath and Thoroughbred lead Kym Daly to further...

Lauren Abbott has tasted success with hundreds of race wins as both a jockey and a trainer but now she is in line for an accolade of a...

Exclusively Equine is excited to announce that they are forming a partnership with the Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association (QTOA),...

Dear Members, The Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association (QTOA) has this week finalised our submission to the State Government’s...

Most people will seek advice from trainers or owners when bringing a retired racehorse into their care. But for Tamara Janus, it was a...

Dear Members, Representatives of QTOA will attend a Stakeholder Engagement session Racing Queensland is conducting next month. The...

Dear Members, As we embark on a new year, it represents a time of change for the Queensland Racing industry with a new Racing Minister...

Dear Members, As we embark on a new year, it represents a time of change for the Queensland Racing industry with a new Racing Minister...