Hamilton: What comes next after Moonee Valley?

09 June 2026 | Adam Hamilton
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With the Moonee Valley dream over, what’s next for Victorian harness racing?

The single most important thing is what happens to the Melton track and its surrounding area.

Simply, some or all it will need to be sold to not only secure the future of the sport in Victoria, but also provide funds to increase prize money.

This MUST be a big win for the industry.

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