This week, the future leadership of Racing Queensland comes into sharp focus as the search for a permanent chief executive gathers momentum, Western Australia’s racing industry awaits the findings of a critical review into its funding model,.

In breeding and bloodstock, another extraordinary Saratoga sale underlines the strength of the global elite market, Lady Of Camelot’s ownership group weighs multiple offers, and an end of an era for Cornerstone Stud.

In wagering, the Prime Minister signals he is pressing ahead with gambling reform, Tabcorp launches a major acquisition of BetMakers and the industry’s smaller operators are left considering their future.