Does The Melbourne Cup Have A Place In 2023? 21 Aussies Weigh In

It's apparently the race that stops the nation. But after over 150 years of being a fixture on Australia's social and sporting calendars, the relevance and place of the Melbourne Cup Carnival is being questioned by more and more Aussies.

From concerns about animal welfare to gambling, there is a plethora of reasons that many people are saying Nup to the Cup. However, others argue that it's a multi-billion dollar industry that not only creates thousands of jobs, but brings Aussies together for a day of social celebration and fashions on the field.

Here we speak to 21 Aussies who share their takes on the Melbourne Cup and racing carnival.