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Guardian Essential Poll Shows Record Drop in Melbourne Cup Interest
A new Guardian Essential poll reveals a record number of Australians have low or zero interest in the Melbourne Cup, driven by gambling and animal cruelty concerns.
Monday, 2 November 2026
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