Bren O’Brien
Founder & Editor, The Straight
Bren O'Brien is the founder and managing editor of The Straight, Australia’s leading independent thoroughbred publication, with in-depth news and analysis on the wagering, breeding and racing industries
With over 20 years’ experience in senior editorial roles, Bren has worked with leading racing and sports publications. His deep industry knowledge and sharp analysis have made him a trusted voice on the key issues shaping the future of wagering and racing.
Bren’s feature reporting and analysis has focused on the key issues shaping the relationship between wagering and the thoroughbred industry, breaking news and sparking industry-wide discussion. He has written extensively on topics such as the corporate bookmaking environment, the decline of parimutuel wagering in Australia, the viability of traditional racing funding models, the challenge of betting exchanges, and how regulatory and tax changes are influencing the market.
Bren continues to play a key role in driving informed discussion around the commercial and structural forces impacting wagering and racing, both in Australia and internationally.
