So where can I download racing data containing results?

And where can I download racing form prior to the race running?

http://formguide.cyberhorse.com.au/

Most of the bookie sites have good results, but if you are after past results http://www.tabonline.com.au/2010/11/01/mtgraces.html just change the date to what you want, better than the new site.

So I really have to subscribe somewhere to get any electronic data downloads?

I pay less than $350 a year for a fast daily download, but as far as I'm aware the same data is available from Cyberhorse free of charge but a bit of effort is required on your part.

If you have Excel or other programming experience you can automate it.

I do have pretty good excel skills (working in finance and payroll and project management most of my life).

I went to that site but could not find any free downloads at all.

Got a link?

No files but you could use excel and import external data.